In-store shopping
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Jersey Junction in Grand Rapids
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Location on the map
Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan, US
Service options
Takeaway
Yes
Dine-in
Yes
Delivery
No
Highlights
Great dessert
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Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Yes
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Yes
Planning
Quick visit
Yes
Payments
NFC mobile payments
Yes
Phone: +1 616-458-4107
Site: https://www.jerseyjunction.com/
Site: https://www.jerseyjunction.com/
Opening hours
- Monday:11AM–10PM
- Tuesday:11AM–10PM
- Wednesday:11AM–10PM
- Thursday:11AM–10PM
- Friday:11AM–10PM
- Saturday:11AM–10PM
- Sunday:12–10PM
Comments (199)
Very tasty ice cream! And its a cute little place in a nice location.
Great place to get delicious ice cream treats and the staff is friendly and helpful.
Cute place for family outing. Their ice cream isn’t really different from other ice cream shops, but when you build and customize your ice cream (sundaes, smoothies, waffle cones, etc), they provide unique options.
Way too much milk in the flurry. Thinner than a shake.
We love this place! Whether stopping by after a nice family walk around Reeds Lake or just a spur of the moment trip, there is never a disappointment! Unless the are out of Coffee Lovers Dream...in which case I am so thankful for the large variety of back up choices!
Great ice cream, pretty good variety. Candy selection isnt anything you couldnt find at a grocery store (to my knowledge) a little pricey and usually crowded with very little indoor sitting space. Very cool little design though!
First time here the atmosphere inside was pretty amazing. Tried the pirate bounty ice cream and it was really good. I would Recommend this ice cream place.
This place is only okay to me. I tried the vegan birthday cake and it tastes like dyed coconut milk. Would’ve been nice to try it first, but the girl snapped me when I even suggested it. Not my first choice when it comes to going out for ice cream.
Kids love it, but then again, they dont cough over the cash. Prices are getting very steep for an ice cream. Can buy a couple of pints of ice cream at the store for the same price as a kids small ice cream here. Might need another stimulus check before my next visit.
This is the place to go for ice cream in East Grand Rapids! More flavors than you can shake a stick at and some really great takes on a shakes. There is also a wall of sweets for those who arent ice ceram fans as well.
Premium Ice cream, in a very clean and asthetically pleasing location.
Gotta say, Jersey Junction is my favorite place to ride my bike to. Theyve got cheap candy and sodas, and SOOOO many ice cream flavors! They also give you PLENTY of ice cream in one scoop so your purchase is worth it. 100% recommend for ice cream ANYTIME!
Friendly service, wonderful Hudsonville ice cream; clean dining area or enjoy outside. Sometimes theres a long line, but we happened to time it just right!
My first visit to the shop I was over the moon I am allergic to dairy this finding vegan ocean made me super happy I had the chocolate flavor it was very delicious. Then I went in a second time and this time I want with the other flavor it was birthday cake such a great idea until I had my third bite it had a bitter after taste I figure I should let them know I called and the kid on the phone said he would try it then he said it was skhalkie but he did not taste the bitterness. My point is try before you buy it.
The ice cream was fantastic, with options for shakes, malts and making your own ice cream sandwiches. The servings were also generous and the prices werent bad. There was a large selection of old style candies that could be bought in bulk. The line was long so there was a wait but the line moved quickly and was well worth it.
They serve very good ice cream and arent too busy during the day but are extremely busy at nights and dont serve cones that I would consider small. Their small size on a cone is like a large to me. It had a great selection of ice cream and good outdoor seating though. I would recommend this place if you like a lot of ice cream. I didnt get a good look at their other desserts but they have a lot of toppings and chocolate choices also.
The vegan raspberry sorbet was very good. Wasn’t a pure taste of just sugar, it tasted like raspberry. My man had a milkshake and he loved it.
Great ice cream fun flowers.
Great little shop in East Grand Rapids. Been in business forever. Selection of ice cream could be better but the make up in candy selection, service and overall quaint surroundings. I would def. say if youre looking for a good fix; cant go wrong.One suggestion: more variants/flavors of ice cream please.
You get what you pay for, a single scoop is like 4
Pretty good selection and if your looking for unique flavors in Grand Rapids its a good start. Though they forgot to get me to pay and my friend until we reminded them. Who knows might take advantage of that.
I have always loved Jersey Junction. Took my daughter there often, my late parents took us kids there often, now my adult daughter takes me. Great atmosphere, wonderful workers. 🥰
An adorable joint in the gaslight area of Grand Rapids. Yummy Ice cream and candy . The ambiance is just amazing with room outside to enjoy your treat with friends and the four legged ones as well. The staff is super friendly and thought its not the 31 flavors like some other joints what they do serve is delicious and generous
Great ice cream shop! Wide selection of flavors. Fabulous staff. All around excellent.
Keep in mind their scoops are HUGE so you really get what you pay for! They have so so many flavors and offer milkshakes and floats. They have some candy here but definitely not a good variety. It is so tiny and it gets very busy! So you can be waiting in an extremely long line with annoying people for a very, very long time before you can even order.
Nice ice cream scoops but was shocked by stale waffle cones. A shop specializing in ice cream should have fresh and crispy cones.
We make it to jersey about once every week or so. The atmosphere is awesome, every kids dream. From the old fashion candy jars to the toy train that lines the top of the walls all the way around the store. The minute you open the door the smell of homemade waffle cone hits your nose. A little pricy for ice cream, but the servings are generous. I highly recommend this nostalgic ice cream and candy shop for kids of all ages!
As busy as they get on the early days of the year that get everyone out of the house and walking the streets of East Grand Rapids, they always have sincere smiles and handle the rush of people wonderfully well for the amount of pressure their job has. I recommend this place for everyone, especially as a family tradition. I went when I was little and today I shared my first memory with my 2 year old son of our visit here. He loved every lick of his ice cream and thats a wonderful memory to have thanks to Jersey Junction
Ice cream is quite good, nothing particularly out of the ordinary in terms of flavor combinations. The charm comes from the vibe they have of great employees and lots of vintage elements (including candy). Some outdoor and indoor seating available. Place tends to be packed but the line moves quickly in the summer.
Very busy, cute and retro feel. Some of the candy brings back memories. They have a few vegan options, I wish they had more. I get stuck deciding. It’s a bit expensive, but worth it when you’re out on a nice day by the lake. Met some nice people here. The staff was funny too. One of them farted, it stunk and they were trying to figure out who it was. Sorry staff. You still rock. Keep up the good work.
Cute ice cream/candy store in the heart of East Grand Rapids. Theres a small indoor and small outdoor dining area.
Jersey junction is the ice cream place to go-to in the region. The space and offerings are amazing along with simply the best staff. Have been numerous times prior to new ownership, and with the new ownership it has gotten even better!! Super respectful of covid situation. 10 stars if possible
Whats not to love about this place? Always nice staff always great ice cream. The wonderful feel-good nostalgia of the place.
Move over Ben and Jerrys. We havent succumbed to the siren call of Jersey Junction in years, but brought a friend to Happy Hour at Carolina Low Country Kitchen and took a walk past the Junction afterward. Just had to share that with him too. Oh my word, wed forgotten how amazing their ice cream is and how many incredible flavors they offer. Will now try to forget again, lest I turn into a balloon sampling all that creamy deliciousness.
Although this is only a three season location, its always a nice treat to go and get a quick tasty bite to eat, a sweet treat. They have a variety of yummy candies and ice creams. They have plenty of seating, both inside as well as out. Tables have always been clean and clear of trash. And staff is quick and friendly. Been in business for over can only say theyve gotten better over time.
Love the flavors, especially the bubblegum icecream, it is so hard to find it anywhere else, and the staff are very courteous
This place is so cute! I recommend the windmill cookie ice cream. You can get ice cream and candy and some food here. Go in the afternoon so you can catch it when it isnt too busy. You get a lot more ice cream than you would expect for the smaller size cones so be prepared! Also you can get some old school candies that are a lot harder to find, so thats a fun activity for people who want to reminisce or kids who have never had them.
Very cute ice-cream shoppe! Wide selection of various flavors and candies. Coffee Lovers Dream is so good! Offers both indoor and outdoor seating.
Jersey Junction is the best place for ice cream in East Grand Rapids. Service was outstanding. She didnt even flinch when my son ordered a chocolate malt on a very busy evening with a huge line of people waiting. The line moved quickly and the ice cream was so good. Check out the Lego Jersey Junction while you are here.
Jersey Junction has been a local favorite in Easy Grand Rapids for decades and is a must-visit destination in the summertime. The menu is simple, with only about a dozen ice cream flavors to choose from, including fruit sherbets, which keeps the overwhelm to a minimum. Pair a visit here with a stroll to the library around the corner, or John Collins Park by Reeds Lake, or any of the many good eateries and shops nearby.
My daughter and I went here for the first time yesterday. The staff was not very friendly or helpful to us. Great location and very festive place. But we were just brushed off the wrong way.
Some of the best ice cream Ive ever had! All homemade as well as the waffle cones. Portions are huge and staff was helpful! Theres a small outside eating area too.
Nice local ice cream shop. Nothing super special about this place as they just serve Hudsonville ice cream. They do have a lot of other typical ice cream shop choices (flurries, banana split, etc.). It is mostly the location that makes this ice cream shop a fun place to stop by and then take a walk.
Just a great place. The tenant to a great place to stop is a line out the door and not a single complaint from one person. The ice cream is not proprietary but they honor their community and its perfect for kids of every age.
Great ice cream options
Come for the experience ignore the costI find this place more expensive than most ice cream joints, but it is the experience of watching the Polar Express train go around the track, sitting outside with friends or walking to the lake while enjoying ice cream.The ice cream in s good and a lot of different flavors
Very nice atmosphere, great selection, housemade waffle cones, and it smells great inside! I will be coming back.
Its a really great place, they give you really decent size scoops even if theyre just single I highly recommend they have a plethora of flavors!
A very cozy and quaint location to grab ice cream and other frozen treats. They have a large outdoor seating area and are close to a nice park. Good for families, couples, and individuals. Parking is limited.
Classic ice cream spot. If ice cream isnt your thing, then they have tons of other frozen treats and candy. You cant go wrong. Sometimes there is a bit of a line, but its worth the wait.
Love this little ice cream and candy store! They are the only place with Playdough ice cream ( blue moon and colorful huge chunks of cookie dough), we love getting ice cream here and walking along Reeds Lake, perfect location
Some of the best Ice-cream I’ve ever had, and incredible homemade waffle cones!
Ive been going to jersey junction for 25 years now. Its been my favorite place since I was a child and it still is at almost 30 years old. Cant wait to take my lady and her kid this awesome and old school candy and ice cream shop! although I havent seen the train on the inside run in quite some time.
We love going to Jersey Junction. The ice cream is Hudsonville so you cant go wrong there. There are over 25 flavors to choose from. The history of the store and the train adds to the fun. Enjoy good memories.
Always friendly service, and a large array of flavors of ice cream and other sweets to choose from. Large portions and delicious ice cream, with also plenty of seating inside and outside the store. Always a joy to visit. 😊
Stopped in after a eating at Big Bobs Pizza. Couldnt have made a better choice. This is a total old school ice cream parlor complete with some vintage candies available. Enjoy a scoop in a handmade waffle cone.
It was my first time visiting this place. There was a long line in order to get in. I had a three scoops on a waffle cone. It was delicious would try it out again.
Average hudsonville ice cream, but great atmosphere. There is a areason it is often busy. Staff are generally great. Great candy selection too, but a bit pricey.
Great service and fabulous ice cream options with a step back in history like the local candy store.
Staff was very friendly and they had a large assortment of icecream flavors.
Great ice cream, great service! Such a quaint place.
Excellent ice cream! Grand Rapids staple.
The BEST ice cream in GR! Lots of fun flavors and toppings!
Not v good ice cream
Great ice cream (sea salt caramel for me) and they graciously split it in two cups for us.
This has been a must go spot since I was a little girl. Any time we are in the area, we make sure to stop! If anything, the only complaint is that the portions are TOO generous. Its a great way to end an evening!
After enjoying dinner at Olives next door you owe it to yourself to enjoy some amazing ice cream at Jersey Junction. Lots of flavors. Real ice cream. Friendly service.
Amazing service, its fast and easy. Places to sit outside and in which is nice. They have your typical flavors of ice cream flurries and such, but its a great atmosphere.
Wide variety of flavors, a generous serving for the cost and a lot of awesome bulk candy and packaged candy. Friendly workers, clean establishment. I would definitely recommend!!
Best ice cream store anywhere! Atmosphere, great employees and great ice cream choices! Plus location lends itself to window shopping and walking down to the lake.
Definitely a place not to miss. Delicious flavors, nostalgic candy and great atmosphere.
One of the best places to go to for ice cream in grand rapids. Great prices, its small and you can sit outside to enjoy the view!
Im pretty convinced Jersey Junction is the most wonderful place on earth. pure true joy tradition family warmth and sweetness ❤
I usually love this place but got a flurry this time. Definitely not worth $7. Watery and barely any toppings in it. Stick with the scooped ice cream :)
Super delicious!! Good chocolate ice cream with caramel and Oreos ;-)
Ice cream and service was great but was very disappointed that there was no polar Express display or information. We can get ice cream anywhere but really wanted to see and learn more about the polar Express.
Great choices of ice cream. Love the nostalgic atmosphere. The staff and service is always good.
I visited 3 ice cream shops near the n.e. area and had no luck finding a shop that could do banana splits. I then proceeded to call five more ice cream shops within a 10 mile radius (I was jus that desperate ) and still luck. How could it be spring and no I cream shops are either open or just cant do a banana splits I asked myself...... ? Almost out of options I stumbled across jersey junction. .. aaahhh! Heaven sent. Best banana split I had in a while , cant wait to return with my fam for a treat...
Super cute ice cream and candy shop. Does get very busy, but the Hudsonville ice cream is very good and East GR has nice places to sit or walk.
I love the old fashioned feeling this place has, nostalgia at its finest. The candy stand and ice cream was a real treat too. Reminded me of a place in my hometown that no longer exists.
Best ice cream shop in Grand Rapids, bar none. Highly recommend the cake batter flavor with a waffle cone. 👍🏾
Went here as a child. Brought back memories. The best icecream place Ive ever been to. Large selection. Sells candies too.
Fantastic Ice Cream, building, and employees. Waffle cones exceptional. Prices are too high to go often.
Hidden gem! Cheap prices, big scoops, lots of selections but only one vegan ice cream and I am lactose allergic and have to get the sherbet everytime.
I was literally like a kid in a candy shop! This place was awesome! Made a special trip, 30 minutes from home based on the raving review from a co-worker and certainly was not disappointed!
What a great place for ice cream. More than reasonable portions, tasty ice cream. Top it off with a coca cola themed retro interior.
Good place for ice-cream. Nice atmosphere.
Really good Hudsonville ice cream.
Im not the biggest fan of ice cream but when it comes to East Grand Rapids Jersey Junction Im a sucker. Such a great spot to take the kids or fellow ice cream lover.
Amazing ice cream and candy in a beautiful little spot, has outdoor seating and benches nearby to enjoy outside
Large selection of Hedsonville ice cream. Plan on a line most evenings but service is friendly, and everyone is having a good time so its not a big deal.
Great ice cream, great price, great location. Be warned, single scoop is usually plenty. Jersey scoop is youre up to the challenge
Hudsonville ice cream, full scale candy counter, neighborhood meeting place for the summer. Not much room inside to sit so plan to sit outside or get cones to go.
The people are friendly and the ice cream tastes amazing but the fact that they use hutsonville ice cream and label it their own is just wrong.
Best cake batter ice cream I have ever indulged in. I live in Florida but would travel to Michigan simply to have the cake batter ice cream here
Always a good place to bring family. Great ice cream and other sweet treats. Try the chocolate dipped fruit kebob
Fun place to get ice cream of any kind. Located within a fun part of town and close to Collins Park to continue the fun!
Ive been going here since I was 4 years old and have always had a great experience, Im 22 now and whenever Im feeling down or nostalgic, I like to go here for some great ice cream and memories.
Love the vegan ice creams they have!
Everything about this place is awesome! Ice cream is fantastic and the staff is friendly and courteous. I love visiting as often as I can!
This place has the BEST ice cream, friendly staff and when you go in that store you feel like you are a kid again
A Grand Rapids must! Jersey Junction serves Hudsonville Ice-cream matched with a wonderful opportunity to walk around Reeds Lake.
Really busy, didnt stay
Definitely my favorite place to go for ice cream in Grand Rapids. Highly recommend!
Lines are way too long, there arent smaller cheaper, faster options...but the ice cream is local at least and tasty!
Really good ice cream in the cutest little store in my favorite part of Grand Rapids, MI!
Great ice cream, unique environment. Wonderful location
Best ice cream around. I LOVE their vegan chocolate ice cream. We go here often
This is a really nice little ice cream shop in a nice little town. Its less than a 10 minutes walk from the lake. Its a nice play to spend a sundsy afternoon.
Favorite place for ice cream in town. Been there since the 1960s. Friendly people and lots of flavors.
Classic ice cream parlor, tons of flavors, candy, and a whole bunch of other things. Waffle cones could be better, I mean this is East Grand Rapids
Staff is friendly and ambiance is great. Their ice cream is not very good, its Hudsonville.
Nice place, SAD they don’t have Sugar Free selection.
Great place! The hours listed here arent always accurate. From the website:Our season runs March 1st through October 31stMarch 1 – March 31Monday – Saturday 11am to 8pm / Sunday noon to 8pmApril 1 – Thursday prior to Memorial WeekendMonday – Saturday 11am to 9pm / Sunday noon to 9pmFriday of Memorial Weekend – Sunday of Labor Day weekendMonday – Saturday 11am to 10pm / Sunday noon to 10pmLabor Day – October 31Monday – Saturday 11am to 9pm / Sunday noon to 9pmClosed EasterOpen until 11pm on 4th of JulyClosed at 5pm on Halloween (Last Day of Season)Closed November through February
Great ice cream shop within walking distance of Reeds Lake! There can be a big wait so try for an off peak time.
They were so nice there and they even hooked our son up for his birthday with free ice cream!
The vegan ice cream is actually really really good!
Im from Georgia and never had Jersery Junction before. However, it is really good and its a nice environment.
The staff was very patient, very fast and moved our large group through efficiently. The decor is darling and the ice cream top notch!
The best ice cream in Grand Rapids! every time we go we feel good! Thank you
Super good ice cream, always busy during the summer, the coffee ice cream is phenomenal!
Awesome ice cream and cool decor. Whenever we are in EGR this is the place to go.
Great ice cream, cute interior, nice patio but grumpy, unfriendly, bored looking personal. Do not work there if you clearly do not like to be there!
Delicious Hudsonville ice cream! Must visit locale for summer adventures around Gaslight village.
Adorable old fashioned ice cream and candy shop in a cute location. Great ice cream and service.
Amazing ice cream and tons of options!
Amazing candy selection to go with the old style ice cream parlor vibe!
Dont get two scoop unless its for two ppl nice size portions
Coolest ice cream place in Michigan! Staff were very friendly
So delicious, friendly staff. Stop here!
Ice cream yummy spot
My favorite food group..ICE CREAM.I scream,you scream, all scream for Ice cream..🍦
Great ice cream and a very friendly staff!
Small and nice. But having to listen to the kids working talk about there boyfriends with friends that stopped in and hung out the whole time we sat there.
Their ice cream is awesome ❤❤ a must go spot
Friendly staff and a great selection of Hudsonville icecream flavors.
Love the hudsonville ice cream selections! Also other candy jaw breakers and chocolate covered fruit!
One place you really needed to go to while in Grand Rapids if you like ice cream.
The best place for ice cream in East Grand Rapids. The staff is awesome!!
Scammers, dont buy shirts on his webpage.
Great building, cool old timey atmosphere. Good service and good ice cream!
You could just buy the same ice cream at Meijer for $3 or you could pay $3 for a scoop.... Hm.
Huge portions of ice cream. Usually long lines. The only negative is every time Ive gone in the train has been broke.
Fun atmosphere, friendly service, and delicious ice cream. Hard to make a choice.
Awesome flavors. Outdoor seating and plenty of space
A great spot to grab some ice cream or something sugary! It is a local one of a kind place!
Delicious and so cool but the line to get in and out is so unorganized and people had to push back through the line when leaving
Welcoming ice cream shop with friendly, smiling employees. Great ice cream variety.
Always have a great experience with the friendly staff and amazing ice cream.
A little pricey but fun. Also its hudsonville ice cream if that sways you either way.
Expensive and often packed, but the ice cream and candy selection are really top notch.
The icecreams are very very delicious. The employees are kind.
I like the ice cream here! Cheap and tasty
One of my favorite ice cream places in town.
Great place for all you candy, malt, ice cream needs.
Expectations were not. Ice cream good.
Classic spot for ice cream and family traditions in EGR
The workers kept the line moving and the ice cream was delicious!
Jersey Junction is an institution. They serve the most, best ice cream for the least amount of money, and you get the nostalgia for free.
Ice cream was great, staff friendly, love the decor!
Great ice cream and atmosphere!
Jersey Junction has delicious ice cream, huge servings, and great prices!
Cute place, very popular and busy. Lots of options. Indoor and outdoor seating
Solid ice cream place, this would be a cool place to have gone as a kid
Delicious ice cream and friendly staff
Best place to bring the family and enjoy some good icecream!
The fresh waffle comes and superman ice cream, cant beat it
Hands Down the best ice cream in the city . I love Jersey Junction
Love the old time feel. The ice cream is great to.
Great ice cream. Vintage candy store setting.
Very neat little place. Ill be going back
Love the icecream all old time flavors.
Cheap and has a great selection of ice cream!
Ice cream and service, always as good as usual.
Very good selection of candy and ice cream.
Love the aesthetic and generous ice cream portions
Just was sad they had no coffee ice cream
Busy ice cream place in East Town. Friendly service.
A bit pricy but it is good! Staff is very friendly and it has a cool astetic
Great place to grab some ice cream on a hot day
Quick service, nice portions, and when my daughter was upset she ordered the wrong thing they even offered to get her what she wanted.
Greatest ice cream place for in town!
It was very expensive ice cream that you can get anywhere. Nothing special.
Because there ice cream is super cheap in really good 🍦😊
Great service and delicious ice cream
The best ice cream shop in Grand Rapids hands down.
One of the few places that serve Dairy free selections
Enjoyed our first visit.
Great options, friendly staff, walk to reeds lake from here is fun
Total reviews rating 4.7
199 Reviews for Jersey Junction 2023:
Review №1
2022-05-23Great ice cream. The personnel is fantastic. The ice cream is very tasty. The sizes are enormous. You have a little space to be seated but it is very nice with interesting old things. You have great time there. It is ideal for children.
Review №2
2021-08-28Awesome ice cream! Super efficient and very helpful staff!! Cute little place! Loved the old-time soda shoppe vibe!
Review №3
2022-05-31My cousin and I have been coming to Jersey Junction since elementary school, after being lifelong EGR residents. We were the only people in the shop and my cousin asked “What’s in the Milky Way?” A young male worker scoffed and rudely replied as if we were bothering him, “I don’t know, you can just look at the wall.” I myself used to work at an ice cream shop and couldn’t believe the lack of customer service at this place. My cousin ordered a sugar cone and the other young male worker did not even ask what size they wanted. This is such a disappointment. The atmosphere is nothing like it used to be.
Review №4
2022-05-05Took my kids here, seeing they are open still 10pm as advertised, so we thought. No closed sign at all. But told my family and another couple that they are closed. But clearly there where others walking out the door. Please get your hours correct. As this is not professional.
Review №5
2022-07-07A hidden gem since we dont go to E Grand Rapids often. Jersey Junction has a great selection of very deluxe cream flavors; small but vintage inside & the staff are friendly & helpful!
Review №6
2022-06-20They’ve got everything here! Great for treats and candy. Great fun family spot. The service was amazing and the prices are super decent.
Review №7
2022-03-26Great little ice cream shop!
Review №8
2020-08-27This is a great ice cream shop. There is a nice selection of ice cream flavors, homemade waffle cones (it smells divine when you go in), and more candy choices than a person could ever eat. The shop displays a collection of local and dairy-related memorabilia which is fun to look at while waiting in line. Adorable antique school desks are a great place to sit and eat a cone, and there are also tables available inside and out. My son loves to see the Polar Express model train that runs around the top of the shop. My parents went here for their first date over 50 years ago.
Review №9
2022-07-10Great scoop ice cream parlor. They have a bunch of great flavors
Review №10
2022-07-09Great ice cream and service, always loved this place 🍦