Old-school East Village candy store & diner. Famous for nostalgic fried Oreos, classic milkshakes, and egg creams. A true neighborhood institution.
Step into a nostalgic East Village gem, a classic American candy store and diner that's been a neighborhood fixture since 1974. It's celebrated for its old-school charm and comforting treats, from classic milkshakes and egg creams to nostalgic fried Oreos and soft serve ice cream. While the fries might be standard, the unique, sweet confections and classic diner vibe make it a beloved spot for a sweet escape.
This American candy store and diner offers classic comfort treats. It's highly recommended for its nostalgic fried Oreos, traditional milkshakes, and iconic egg creams. Some customers have noted that the 'Belgian Fries' were unremarkable and that condiments were overpriced. Soft serve flavors have also received mixed reviews, with some being praised and others criticized for artificial taste.
"Highly recommended are the nostalgic fried Oreos, classic milkshakes (especially chocolate), and the iconic egg creams. The strawberry soft serve is also called out as a must-try."
Customers largely have a positive sentiment, praising the nostalgic charm and classic treats like egg creams and fried Oreos. However, some have found certain items, like the fries or specific soft serve flavors, to be less impressive.
Important Note
While generally beloved, some customers have found certain items like the fries to be unremarkable or overpriced for condiments. There have also been mixed reviews on specific soft serve flavors.
"Expresses gratitude for the reminder about Ray's and Lexington Candy Store."
Positive"Responding to concerns about cleaning habits, this user states they are unbothered by such issues given their long-term residency in the neighborhood."
Neutral"Mentions that while Ray's excels operationally, there might be concerns about the cleaning habits of some staff, though this hasn't stopped their own consumption."
Neutral"Agrees that Ray's is great for a traditional milkshake."
Positive"This user recommends Ray's for a traditional chocolate milkshake, distinct from overly elaborate modern concoctions."
Positive"The original poster acknowledges the recommendation for egg creams at Ray's Candy Store."
Neutral"The original poster acknowledges the recommendation for egg creams at Ray's Candy Store."
Neutral"Mentions Ray's Candy Store as an institution that has served egg creams for decades."
Positive"Mentions Ray's Candy Store as an institution that has served egg creams for decades."
Positive"This commenter has been meaning to visit Ray's Candy Store in Alphabet City, having heard they make great egg creams."
Neutral"This commenter has been meaning to visit Ray's Candy Store in Alphabet City, having heard they make great egg creams."
Neutral"This user agrees that Ray's is excellent and plans to try the strawberry soft serve next."
Positive"This user recommends Ray's for its strawberry soft serve, calling it an East Village institution and the best."
Positive"Ray's Candy Store on Ave A is stated to be the correct answer for the described fries."
Positive"This commenter asks about the retirement plans of Ray from Ray's Candy Store, drawing a parallel to the news of Famous Eddie's retirement."
Neutral"The author mentions getting an egg cream at Ray's Candy Store, and states they have mastered the technique of making them at home to a very high standard."
Neutral"The user inquired if Foxes U-bet syrup was used for the egg cream at Ray's Candy Store."
Neutral"The user had the strawberry soft serve at Ray's Candy Store, commenting on its likely artificiality given the price."
Neutral"The user found the soft serve at Ray's Candy Store disappointing, noting the pistachio flavor tasted artificial and had a bad aftertaste, despite the store's charm."
Negative"The author mentions Ray's Candy Store for its vanilla/chocolate swirl soft serve."
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