Old-school apothecary vibes meet decadent, giant ice cream sundaes & housemade egg creams. A nostalgic, sweet escape.
Will Hartman reviews Brooklyn Farmacy & Soda Fountain, a Carroll Gardens soda fountain famous for its over-the-top ice cream sundaes and egg creams, served in a unique, old-timey apothecary setting.
Step back in time at this charming Carroll Gardens soda fountain, housed in a meticulously restored 1920s apothecary. Famous for its "embarrassingly large" ice cream sundaes and classic egg creams, this spot uses high-quality ingredients like Adirondack Creamery ice cream and housemade toppings. It's a beloved neighborhood hub, perfect for a nostalgic treat, especially on a summer evening.
The star attractions are the incredibly large ice cream sundaes, made with "velvety" ice cream from Adirondack Creamery and housemade toppings like caramel and peanut butter. Egg creams and milkshakes, particularly chocolate and black and white varieties, are also highly recommended. While generally lauded, one commenter noted the S'mores hot chocolate, while good, was not as memorable as on a previous visit.
"Highly recommended dishes include their "embarrassingly large" ice cream sundaes with housemade toppings, classic egg creams, and milkshakes, particularly the chocolate and black and white varieties."
Customers overwhelmingly praise the nostalgic atmosphere and the generously portioned, high-quality ice cream sundaes and milkshakes, highlighting them as exceptional treats.
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One commenter noted that while good, the S'mores hot chocolate was not as memorable as on a previous visit. Another mentioned that the ice cream selection might be limited to only three flavors, focusing more on sundaes.
"The commenter suggested Brooklyn Farmacy as an option for building a sundae, implying a customizable dessert experience."
Positive"Follows up on the original post, stating Brooklyn Farmacy's Black & White shake was very good and simple, becoming their favorite in NYC after a negative experience at Black Tap."
Positive"The S'mores cocoa from Brooklyn Farmacy & Soda Fountain was rated 7/10. It was a return visit, and while still good, it wasn't as memorable as the commenter remembered."
Neutral"Found Brooklyn Farmacy's milkshakes pretty good on a past trip but is looking for a specific type: chocolate soft serve base with chocolate syrup, like a better Dairy Queen."
Neutral"Enthusiastically declares Brooklyn Farmacy makes the best milkshakes."
Positive"Recommends Brooklyn Farmacy."
Positive"Agrees that Brooklyn Farmacy is a great choice."
Positive"Tried Brooklyn Farmacy's Black & White milkshake on a previous trip and found it phenomenal."
Positive"Seconding the recommendation for Brooklyn Farmacy."
Positive"Also praises Brooklyn Farmacy's black and white milkshake."
Positive"Expresses strong enthusiasm for Brooklyn Farmacy's milkshakes, specifically calling the classic chocolate one amazing."
Positive"This restaurant is listed as a recommendation for milkshakes."
Positive"This place is mentioned as a classic choice for milkshakes."
Positive"Brooklyn Farmacy is mentioned as having a great Cherry Lime Rickey."
Positive"Brooklyn Farmacy is mentioned as a good place for ice cream."
Positive"Brooklyn Farmacy is noted for making a great milkshake."
Positive"Brooklyn Farmacy & Soda Fountain in Carroll Gardens is suggested as a place with good maple walnut ice cream. It's a solid choice for ice cream lovers."
Positive"Brooklyn Farmacy is considered a solid alternative to Eddie's for hot fudge, offering a good experience with less waiting time."
Positive"The user seconds the recommendation for Brooklyn Farmacy, indicating a positive opinion for their hot fudge offerings."
Positive"Brooklyn Farmacy & Soda Fountain is listed as a recommended place for hot fudge, implying a positive experience for ice cream sundaes."
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