The Original Chinatown Ice Cream Factory • 1977

Established in 1977, The Original Chinatown Ice Cream Factory is a beloved institution in Manhattan, New York. Known for its unique Asian-inspired ice cream flavors like lychee, green tea, and taro, this family-run shop also offers innovative flavors such as black sesame and durian. Now owned by Christina Seid, it has expanded to Flushing and the Lower East Side, offering a mix of traditional and exotic tastes popular among locals and tourists.