Carvel - Plainview

International, Ice Cream, Desserts

Carvel

★ 4.4 / 5 (478 reviews)

Carvel, located in Plainview, NY, is a beloved American dining establishment with an impressive average rating of 4.2 stars. Join the many satisfied diners who have enjoyed their experience at Carvel. The restaurant welcomes guests daily from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM. To ensure you don’t miss out, feel free to reserve your table by calling (516) 931-8090. Prefer dining at home? You can conveniently place your order through DoorDash. If you're exploring similar cuisine options, consider visiting McDonald's or The Main Event. Have you dined here before? We invite you to share your thoughts by leaving a review!.

Last update: 28.02.2026 from: Metsfan

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★ 4.4 / 5 from 478 reviews

Carvel has garnered a reputation for its delicious ice cream, with many praising the generous servings and variety of toppings available. Long-time fans admire the establishment's clean environment and nostalgic charm. However, recent shifts in management have led to staffing shortages, resulting in longer wait times during peak hours. Some patrons have raised concerns over hygiene practices, particularly regarding ice cream preparation. While the quality remains a highlight, some flavors have been noted as overly sweet or inconsistently prepared. Overall, Carvel still delights many, despite some operational challenges that merit attention.

Metsfan

19.11.2023

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

I'm a sucker for soft serve ice cream, so naturally I'd love Carvel. I've been coming here for years, from back in the day when they were in the stand alone building next door that's now some kind of car place. Clean and well maintained, its always nice coming here. I do wish they had tables or something to sit at, but not enough to detract from their rating. Oh and that Ghirardelli soft serve ice cream they sell is a must have!

Đuka

04.06.2025

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Used to be open late into the night when the owners used to be there. Now they will only staff 2 workers all day on a busy Saturday. Not sure how they expect just 2 workers to run a whole shop during endless rushes of customers . Really messed up,I'm sure the owners are making a lot of money given the markup on ice cream . Ice cream was good though. Except the tub ofVolcano was half melted, but I would blame that on management because they probably wouldn't let the workers swap it out for afresh tub, and it probably happened due to understaffing

Metsfan

19.11.2023

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

I visited this store for the first time and saw a young lady making ice cream sandwiches with her bare hands. When I asked her why she wasn't wearing gloves while handling food, she informed me that her hands were clean and that gloves could be germy. I'm really concerned about the lack of infection control in this situation. I won’t be returning to this establishment!

Metsfan

19.11.2023

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Good ice cream. Even better service.

Metsfan

19.11.2023

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

They do not accept digital coupons, and the service was rather slow.

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Ice Cream &Amp; Sorbet

The Original Soft Serve
The Original Soft Serve that started it all. Available in a variety of classic & seasonal flavors.
Celebration Cakes

Sheet Ice Cream Cake
Sheet ice cream cakes perfect for any occasion made + layers of freshly made; premium vanilla & chocolate soft serve ice cream; separated by a layer of our famously delicious chocolate crunchies. Variety of sizes that serve 14‐40 people

Standard Candles
24 candles to blow out. Wish not included. *candle style may vary
Popular Items

Square Ice Cream Cake
Square Ice cream cakes perfect for any occasion made + layers of freshly made; premium vanilla & chocolate soft serve ice cream; separated by a layer of our famously delicious chocolate crunchies. Variety of sizes that serve 4‐8 people
Handmade Ice Cream Cake

Round Ice Cream Cake
Round ice cream cakes perfect for any occasion made + layers of freshly made; premium vanilla & chocolate soft serve ice cream; separated by a layer of our famously delicious chocolate crunchies. Variety of sizes that serve 10‐16 people
Ice Cream Novelties

Deluxe Flying Saucers