Pesso’s Italian Ices

I love small ice cream shops like Pesso’s because they always have unique flavors! What’s more unique than a creamy italian ice? I had their hot chocolate ice cream flavor which tasted like real hot chocolate with real marshmellows! Great for summer nights. Definitely returning to try more flavors!

Awesome variety of flavors. I like the pink grapefruit only one thing stops me from giving them 5 stars and that is the lack of parking and lack of seats. Every time we visit the shop with the family the place is crowded, so we just pick up our ice and eat it out on the sidewalk standing. Always remember to check in for discounts and promotions.

I finally popped Pesso’s as its the longest bookmarked cherry. Now no more excuses why I haven’t been here as I have live in Bayside for more than 20 something years. I had a huge sweet tooth after grabbing lunch from down the block. I was looking at all my fellow Unilocalers’ pictures of their combination of their Italian Ices flavors… so I decided to try the cucumber and oh boy that was so refreshing and I love eating cucumbers as well =)
I got a double scoop of cucumber and mango mmmmm. The cashier handed me a punch card and I definitely will be coming back more often as its literally a 10 – 15 mins walk from my house.
This is definitely an all year round spot =)

Love this place. Awesome selection of home made Italian ices and gelatos. They even have sour flavors! They give out punch cards so more incentive to go there often. Expect long lines on nice warm days.

Everything about my first trip to Pesso’s was amazing: I spotted its brightly colored storefront across the street on a warm early evening, and it was beckoning me so I went in!
That was a great choice to make: a friendly staff worker welcomed me and let me try several flavors; I wavered between going for the milk and cookies ice cream or the party cake creamy ice, and I went for the milk and cookies flavor. It was decadent yet refreshing to eat.
I was impressed at the sheer variety of flavors (and their names) that were available, but I opted for one because I knew I’d be eating dinner soon after this, so I wanted to save my stomach.
I’m definitely coming back here to try the party cake, cookie dough, and strawberry cheesecake flavors.

Got the chocolate heaven with vanilla ice cream. Amazing. The staff is friendly. My bf had the shaved ice which was also good. Received a punch card for future purchases.

Literally the BEST Italian ices ever.
Your toughest decision of the day will be what flavor to choose! There are so many, and all of the ones that I’ve tried so far are delicious.
If you are into gelato, try olive oil. Sounds weird, but I promise you won’t be disappointed.
This place is definitely a hidden gem.

Michelle is the best Pesso’s employee! Also, this milk and cookies ice cream is the best ice cream flavor!
Edit: Michelle and Sara (h) are the best Pesso’s employees!

Michelle is the best Pesso’s employee! Also, this milk and cookies ice cream is the best ice cream flavor!
Edit: Michelle and Sarah are the best Pesso’s employees!
2^nd Edit: Michelle, Sarah, Sophia, and Serena are the best Pesso’s employees!

Currently at the ice cream shop and yummy. It’s such a cute place, wish I had one of these in KG. The guy behind the counter super nice.

Open year round and for good reason: people go nuts for this place (myself included). The ice is fine grain and smooth like sorbet, and as a consequence, melt way slower than the chalk shavings you’d find at your local Ralph’s or even the delicious ices at the famous Lemon Ice King of Corona.
There are always fun and interesting flavors to choose from, like salted caramel (a neighborhood favorite), cucumber and Swedish fish, but my absolute favorite is their limoncello ice (which is objectively superb).
Don’t forget to bring your loyalty punch card: your 10^th ice is FREE.

By far the best Italian ices in the area !
I’m a big fan of the cream ices here. They have many unique flavors, many more than you would find at let’s say the lemon ice king.
Flavors such as peanut butter cup, smores, cannoli, double fudge and many more flavors to keep you coming back for more !
They also have water ices, ice cream and soft serve if that’s what interests you.
I find the small size is good but the prices for a larger size are not that much more. They let you mix and match scoops and now they’re open all year round too!
I don’t see why the winter should limit your sweet tooth !

Open year round. Pesso’s is a wonderful Italian ice /​ice cream /​frozen yogurt spot. So many flavors to choose from. My favorite is blood orange ice but there is no bad ice you can pick

The girls at the counter were awesome, they were super friendly and super nice. I came right before they closed and they were as friendly with me as if it was the middle of the day. I didn’t get a chance to get their names, I just remember the beautician obsessed with cake batter and the other super sweet stuff and the girl who works at an ice shop that is on a temporary hiatus from ice cream lol Thank you. They were also VERY enthusiastic about me trying the different flavors, think I had to have sampled at least 15 different flavors.
The place is a very neighborhood place, it’s kinda off the beaten path, a car definitely helps. The place is on the small side, the inside can fit about 8 or so people so ordering to go might be your best option. I was told the Summer time get’s crazy busy, on a cold day like Tuesday, they «only» had 90 flavors, during the Summer they could have as much as 120. They offer a few different varieties of ice cream, they had regular American Ice Cream, Gelato, Italian ices, Frozen Yogurt, and something I never heard of called Creamy Ice. P. S. the door closes at 9:30pm but the window is open till 10pm. Also, I never heard of this place, I only really came here because it was the ROTD, oh the power of the ROTD haha
The food:
Cookie Cream Creamy Ice– It kinda tasted like a light vanilla ice cream with chunks of chocolate chip cookies in it. I liked it, I think it was my favorite flavor.
Coconut Italian Ice– It taste like a virgin piña colada, it’s great for a hot summer day since it is so refreshing.
Mango Italian Ice– This was really refreshing as well and I would expect this to sell really well in the summer heat.
Sour Apple Italian Ice– This sounded so weird, but I was told to try it lol I was kinda surprised how much I liked it. It taste exactly like a Jolly Rancher. I love Jolly Ranchers! But if you eat too much, it will give you diabetes haha
Rainbow Cookie Creamy Ice– Never had Rainbow Cookie Ice cream but it worked. The flavors really did remind me of Rainbow Cookie.
Red Velvet Creamy Ice– The color of this didn’t look like Red Velvet at all, it kinda looked more like watermelon candy. The flavor of this was nice, but it didn’t have the strongest resemblance to Red Velvet.

The BEST Maple Bacon Ice Cream!!! Actual pieces of bacon in it!!! I love, love, LOVE this place!!! Every single item I’ve sampled has been outrageously delicious!!!
Not sure which one? Ask for a sample… You’ll be happily given a tiny spoonful of deliciousness!!!

Who knew this little neighborhood corner store got some amazing Italian ice!
Tucked away in a quiet neighborhood in Bayside, Pesso gets some cheers! I am so delighted that I finally got to visit this spot while summer is still struggling to stay. We each got a scoop of Italian ices — Mango and Coconut. I really do not know when to start telling you how fresh it was! Mango tasted like the ripe mango on a summer day. Coconut had hints of the fruit every where. It tasted so creamy like coconut milk!
Pesso offers so many flavors that one trip is just not enough! Pineapple, piña colada, lemon, and guava are calling my name for round 2. Luckily for us, they are open all year round!

Man oh man oh man. Nothing quite says summer like making a trip up to Bayside to have some of Pesso’s delicious Italian Ices. These things are incredible! They always have a large variety of delicious flavors which you can sample to figure out the perfect combination. One of my favorite pairings is the limoncello and peach iced tea which swirls together on your taste buds like the most perfect Arnold Palmer. Other favs of mine which I highly recommend you try are mango, red raspberry, passion fruit and pineapple.
The ice cream is also really good. I recommend trying the creamy ice which has a ice cream/​Italian ice feel to it. As always get a few sample spoons to try out the new seasonal flavors.
Pesso’s is open year round. So even if its in the dead of winter and you want to reminisce about the joy of summer, grab a couple of scoops, sit in your car with the heat cranked and enjoy a sweet treat that will bring a smile to your face.

Yup, I’m a fan of Pesso’s Italian Ices. I’ve tried a bunch of Italian ice/​gelato places before but this place has become a new favorite for me (flavor wise and also location wise). I would have never known about this place until a friend introduced me to it. We ordered 2 small cups and we were both able to choose two scoops. I picked pistachio and biscotti and my friend picked the margarita and salted caramel. Out of all of them, my personal favorite was the pistachio (cause who doesn’t love the green coloring, the creamy texture, and purely the taste of the royal nut). The Margarita has to be my second favorite and just a perfect touch for a hot summer day… add your own alcohol in it and it’ll really be a party! The biscotti and salted caramel were both interesting but not my favorite. The salty caramel was just too sweet for my liking.
Next stop… maybe Ralph’s?!?

Why would anyone not like this place?! It has three different types of ice cream (ice cream, gelato and ices) in SO many different flavors! It’s like ice cream heaven!
The owner is super sweet and patient too! He will stand there and let you sample literally all the flavors if you wanted to! I know because that’s what I did… My foreign cousins had no idea what to get and were curious about all the flavors so they tried out A LOT. Not once did the guy look upset or tired. He was happy to help and explain! Such a sweet man
For ice cream, it can be pretty pricey, but a small cup is like two big scoops so you’re not losing out on all too much.
The ice cream is really heavy though so be warned!
Get pistachio. Seriously. The best ever.

Even though the place says Italian ice, they serve ice, ice cream, AND gelatos. Basically all the flavors I’ve tried here are excellent.
(Italian Ice) TRY THESE:
–Limoncello (my favorite)
–Passion Fruit
–Red Orange
–Piña Colada
Their Gelatos were also great. I think I actually enjoyed these MORE than the ices. Weird because they are an Italian ice place.
(Gelato) TRY THESE:
–Hazelnut
–Pistachio (my favorite)
They charge by the scoop. Italian ice is $ 3.75 with three flavors. Gelato is $ 5 with two (generous) scoops. Parking is easy and free because it’s in a residential area. My fav italian ice spot is still Lemon Ice King in Corona, but if you’re in Bayside, you can’t go wrong this place.
WORTH A TRY.

It’s a small little ice cream and ice parlor that has great service and product. Also, it’s the only place in the area where you can find good quality gelato. Want something less heavy? Try a creamy ice. Want it less creamy? Go for an Italian ice! The seating is a bit lacking, but the good about ice cream is that you can eat it on the go.
FYI, don’t forget to bring your loyalty card!

This is the kind of place where childhood memories are made. Where people from all over the neighborhood gather for Italian ices, ice cream and gelato (yes, there’s a difference between the two*).
They have new flavors all the time making each trip worthwhile and exciting. They have excellent and friendly service. And I love their loyalty card so that every tenth purchase of at least a small size gets you a free one.
I’ve slowly been trying each flavor, but so far my favorite is coconut ice cream. Everything is very good, though, and the quality is really top notch. You can’t go wrong with any choice.
The bonus is that they’re open all year round, so I love that I can enjoy Pesso’s even during the winter months.
*Gelato has a lower fat content, is denser with less air, and is silkier than ice cream.

4 STARS — for the ice
2 STARS — for the service without a smile
What’s better than a cold refreshing Italian ice to cool you off on a hot summer’s day? Just kinda sucks when the server’s attitude seems almost as cold…
I’m basing this review on a one time experience. Last week, when driving past, I happened upon a parking spot right across the street & decided to give it a try. There were only 2 customers inside at the counter when I arrived. I grabbed a bottle of cherry cola from the case & went to the counter to scan the plentiful amount of choices. The girl came immediately to take my order. I had zero time to even check anything out so I just went with what I normally would get… a chocolate ice. I asked if the sizes were: small, medium, large? She told me you can get one scoop, 2 scoops, or 3 scoops. Ok… 2 scoops of chocolate ice then please? She quickly rushed off before I had a chance to ask if I could mix the flavors cause I figured maybe 2 flavors would be better than one… Too late! She came back, stuck a spoon in the cup when I mentioned I needed it to go. It looked as though that annoyed her cause I think I saw an… eye roll? She was definitely not happy with me (or maybe just not happy period)! Oh… sorry… maybe since you work there you might ask before assuming how a customer wants their order! Anyway, she somehow managed how to get the lid on it & $ 4.95 later, I was on my way…
I don’t know what the price of the 2 scoops were. Just got the total for the whole order. The chocolate ice was very tasty. I’ve had chocolate ices from another ice shop close to my job on Union Turnpike & it’s about the same. I would consider trying Pess’o again if I happen upon street parking. I’m in the neighborhood once a month. I wouldn’t go out of my way though. But to be fair, I may want to check out some of the fun flavors they have & it seems there are a whole lot! Maybe the server was having a bad day or something… I’ll let it slide because we all have bad days sometimes. I can imagine it isn’t easy dealing with face to face customers all day long! So I won’t let the server’s «bad day» keep me away.
Note: There is inside & outside seating.
Tip: Might be helpful to check out their menu online beforehand. Next time I will be better prepared!
**UPDATE AS OF 8/​4** — 5 STAR EXPERIENCE THIS TIME
Got lucky… the place was empty! It looks as though everything is listed on a board outside the store, which is helpful. I was in a big rush last time so really didn’t get to check it out. Very helpful young guy behind the counter took my order. Got one scoop of lemon & one chocolate (again)! Mmm mmm! The guy was very nice & offered me a discount card. After you buy 10, you get number 11 (small size only) for free. Better than nothin’ …

When Lemon Ice King and Uncle G’s is too far for some italian ice this place is the best spot to go to. I always come here to pick up pints when i attend parties and its a hit every time. They sell Italian ice, Creamy Ice, Gelato, Ice cream and milkshakes. So many different flavors to choose from and of course they let you sample them before making a decision on what you want. They have cups, cones, waffle cones and sugar cones.
The workers are all so friendly and it’s always packed. There’s also some seating outside which is great to enjoy your dessert on a beautiful day. If you check in on Unilocal and show them, you can get $ 1 off your purchase I believe $ 10 or more.
My favorite flavors are cherry and piña colada. I tried peach the other day and it was good, but root beer on the other hand wasn’t so great.
Would reccomend this place to everyone.

I don’t want to give it less than a 3 because I don’t want to Pessoff the owner or the awesome girls that work here. However, not to be pessomistic, but I doubt I’ll be raising it from a 3 anytime soon. I was surprised to see that today’s ROTD is for Pesso’s. If this were in Mexico, then it would only cost a few Pesso’s to get ice from here. Whereas here in Queens, it’s a mid-​price spot with pretty decent Italian Ice.
One thing that stood out was that the girls here were all ridiculously good looking. Did the owner select them for that reason, or is it a coincidence? I don’t know, but it was sort of like being in a Breastaurant only for Italian Ice. Queens isn’t always necessarily like that, so it was a surprise. Another nice surprise was that these sweet and sassy servers were willing to provide me with Ice when the place was just a few minutes from closing. Also not always the case in Queens, but here, they did. So massive kudos for that.
Unfortunately, a less enjoyable surprise was that neither the Lemon Ice nor the Lemoncello Ice «did it» for me. I think the main problem with both, was a bitter, chemical-​y aftertaste. Nearby there is the infamous «Lemon Ice King Of Corona» who makes orgasmically good Lemon Ice, and that place does not have that weird aftertaste. However, Pesso’s does, and for this reason it’s hard for me to give it anything more than a 3, despite the nice service and memorable employees.
Unilocal told me I’d like the Lemoncello better… it was different… more yellow, a little creamier, and somewhat sweeter… but I didn’t like it better. Both just reminded me of chemicals. If we were in Buffalo I’d give this place a 4 because there’s no real competition for Lemon Ice — no amazing Lemon Ice in town. The standards set in NYC are very high though, so with the 5-​star gold standard of LIKOC, this place can’t really be more than a 3. I’m sorry girls.
I don’t know what Pessos-​sed people to say this is the best Lemon Ice they’ve had. They’re entitled to that opinion, but for me — I’ll pess.

I always drive by here, but never tried this place out! I usually go to Ralph’s in Bayside. But my friend and I were in the area and decided to stop by for some ices.
I had mango and strawberry and oh my lord — it was freakin’ awesome.
The staff was so extremely friendly and nice! (HUGE PLUS)
**I cant stress enough how IMPORTANT customer service us, and how to train your staff to properly take care of your customers**
The staff let me try so many flavors until I decided with what I wanted to order.
(I had coffee brownie brittle — and whoever is raving about it on previous reviews… they are right. definitely go get yourself a scoop! the raspberry cheesecake is amazing too [so i’m guessing so is the strawberry! I’m a bigger strawberry fan than raspberry] I also had pomegranate which was nice as well)
Parking here compared to Ralph’s on Bell Blvd is like heaven.
I think its safe to say i’ll be coming back to Pesso’s as a regular now.
And they also give you a points card. buy 10, get 1 free. Can’t go wrong with that!
Bottom line, I will definitely recommend and will 100% come back!

Wow. Just wow.
I can’t believe I JUST found out about this place from my friend last week. loll Where the heck have I been… –_​-​” As a faithful customer to Ralph’s on Bell. I was curious and eager to try Pesso’s, which many of my friends rave about.
It’s a tiny establishment, nestled away on the corner, in the middle of a mostly residential neighborhood. There’s a few tables outside. Inside was spotless. Rest assured that this is a very clean and well maintained establishment!
Me being the fatass. I went all out and got a triple scoop of Graham crackers, pistachio and Key Lime, as well as, a smoothie of Peach Crème. The flavor combination in my triple scoop was delicious together, and just as tasty separately. The consistency of the ices was smooth, not clumpy at all and not watered down either. Prices were fair. And it was cool that they have so many flavors available to choose from!
I will always be a loyal Ralph’s customer, but I think I’ve found a equally good alternative! :D

Awesome neighborhood ice cream shop. Homemade deliciousness. The staff is always so friendly and patient. Trust me… I know. I can be a pita and ask to sample alot, but its because everything is soo good!
They have alot to offer from water ice, cream ice, gelato and fro-​yo. Some ices are seasonal so its worth it to AT LEAST pop in once a season. The best was their hot chocolate flavored ice (ah-​maze-​ing!) They also give you generous portions for a great price!