Rochester, NY
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Two Rochester frozen-dessert counters, from the original Lake Avenue custard stand to small-batch South Wedge ice cream.
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Press picks, until locals rank their own Top 5s. Sourced from the local food press. As seen in Spectrum News 1 and CITY Magazine. Updated September 2026.
Abbott's Frozen Custard · Charlotte
The original Lake Avenue stand has served Rochester since 1926. Stop at the window for a scoop of frozen custard near Ontario Beach Park.
Hedonist Artisan Ice Cream & Chocolates · South Wedge
This South Avenue shop makes small-batch ice cream and sorbet alongside its chocolates. Stop in for a scoop and a few chocolates to take home.