Carvel Hartsdale: Westchester's Home for Soft Serve, Classic Ice Cream Cakes, and Family Fun

Carvel Introduce

Welcome to the heart of Westchester County, where a true New York dessert institution continues to serve up joy one creamy swirl at a time. The Carvel location in Hartsdale, New York, is more than just an ice cream shop; it’s the birthplace of the entire Carvel empire, tracing its roots back to a fateful flat tire on Memorial Day weekend in 1934, right here in Hartsdale. It was at this very spot that founder Tom Carvel discovered that people loved his slightly melted, softer ice cream, leading to the invention of soft serve and the eventual establishment of the first retail ice cream company in the nation.

Today, the Carvel shop at the Dalewood Shopping Center upholds this legendary tradition, offering a modern, casual atmosphere while delivering the beloved, classic treats that have defined generations of New York celebrations. It remains a cornerstone for local families seeking everything from a quick, delicious dessert to a spectacular ice cream cake for any special occasion.

The core of the Carvel experience is its commitment to freshness. Unlike some other frozen dessert providers, Carvel’s signature premium soft serve is freshly made in-shoppe daily, ensuring a smooth, creamy texture that has made the brand famous since its inception. This local gem serves the communities of Hartsdale, Scarsdale, White Plains, and beyond, drawing visitors who crave that unmistakable taste of authentic, New York-original soft serve and the textural delight of the famous chocolate crunchies. Whether you're a long-time Westchester resident or just passing through, a stop at this iconic location is a sweet trip down memory lane.

The shop is designed for a quick, enjoyable visit, making it the perfect stop after a local sporting event, a casual family outing, or just an afternoon treat. The friendly attendants are ready to help you navigate the extensive menu, which features everything from cones and cups to custom-blended desserts and an impressive array of take-home cakes.

The Hartsdale location proudly carries the heritage of the entire brand, which includes pioneering the retail ice cream franchise model in the United States back in 1947. To this day, the shop continues to embrace innovation, with new limited-time-offerings and non-dairy options ensuring that the Carvel legacy of delicious, accessible treats continues for everyone in the New York metropolitan area.

Location and Accessibility for the New York Community

The Carvel in Hartsdale is conveniently situated in a central, highly accessible spot for all Westchester residents and visitors.

The specific location is: 419 Central Ave, Hartsdale, NY 10530, USA, located within the bustling Dalewood Shopping Center.

Accessibility is a priority at this location, ensuring a comfortable experience for all patrons. The venue offers on-site parking, which is a major convenience for those driving from surrounding Westchester towns. Furthermore, the shop provides a wheelchair accessible entrance and a wheelchair accessible parking lot. The central location on Central Avenue (Route 100) makes it easy to find and reach, serving as a reliable dessert destination for the New York region.

The typical operating hours for the Carvel Hartsdale Ice Cream & Cake Shoppe are consistent throughout the week, offering plenty of time to satisfy your sweet cravings: Monday through Sunday, from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Note that hours may occasionally vary, so a quick call is always recommended for absolute certainty.

Services Offered at Carvel Hartsdale

This Carvel shoppe is a full-service frozen dessert provider, catering to immediate cravings, take-home enjoyment, and large party needs.

In-store shopping for all menu items, including soft serve, scooped ice cream, and novelty treats.

Takeout service for quick and easy pick-up of orders.

Delivery service, allowing customers in the New York area to have their favorite ice cream, treats, and cakes brought directly to their door.

In-store pickup for cakes and large orders that have been placed in advance or for grab-and-go freezer items.

Onsite services, providing a casual atmosphere for a quick visit.

Ice cream cakes for every occasion, including custom orders and classic character cakes.

Acceptance of various payment methods, including Credit Cards, Debit Cards, and NFC Mobile Payments for a seamless transaction.

Specialty blended products like the Carvelanche® and thick, hand-spun Shakes.

Features and Highlights

Carvel's popularity in New York is built on a foundation of unique and memorable products. The Hartsdale location highlights the best of the brand’s offerings and service features.

The Original Soft Serve: Taste the product that started it all—Tom Carvel’s original, creamy, and distinctively smooth soft ice cream, freshly made daily on the premises.

Iconic Ice Cream Cakes: Home of the legendary Fudgie The Whale® Cake and Cookie Puss® Cake, along with Celebration Cakes in square, round, and sheet sizes, all featuring the famous crunchies center.

Chocolate Crunchies: The beloved layer of chocolate cookie crumbs that provides the quintessential textural contrast in Carvel cakes and can be blended into a Carvelanche® or added to a cone.

Dairy-Free and Vegan Options: A commitment to inclusivity with a dedicated line of products made with Oatly, including Oatly Soft Serve, Oatly Shake, Oatly Scooped, Oatly Lil' Love® Cake, and 6 Pack Oatly Flying Saucer®.

The Carvelanche®: A thick, custom-blended dessert made with soft serve and your choice of mix-ins, thicker than a shake and best enjoyed with a spoon.

Seasonal & Limited-Time Treats: A rotating menu of specialty items, such as the recent S’mores-themed items and holiday cakes for occasions like Mother's Day, Father's Day, and the Festival of Lights, ensuring there is always something new to try.

Family-Friendly Atmosphere: Known to be "Good for kids," the shop provides a casual and welcoming setting that is ideal for all ages to enjoy a frozen treat.

Sundae Dashers®: Signature on-the-go sundaes layered with ice cream, toppings, and mix-ins, available in popular flavors such as Reese’s Peanut Butter, Fudge Brownie, and OREO® Cookie.

Contact Information

For inquiries about custom cake orders, current flavors, or general information, you can reach the Carvel Hartsdale location using the following details:

Address: 419 Central Ave, Hartsdale, NY 10530, USA (Dalewood Shopping Center)

Phone Number: (914) 761-3863

What is Worth Choosing: The Carvel Classic Experience

For the New Yorker seeking a taste of nostalgia or a consistently high-quality frozen dessert, Carvel in Hartsdale is an essential stop. What truly sets this location apart is its authentic connection to the very origins of the brand. It’s a taste of history, offering the original soft serve formula—the very one Tom Carvel pioneered after his famed flat tire in this same town over 90 years ago.

The extensive menu ensures that every member of the family finds their perfect indulgence. For a quick and easy dessert, the Soft Serve Ice Cream in a cone or cup is the ultimate classic, celebrated for its smoothness. If you're celebrating a birthday or holiday, bypassing the iconic Fudgie The Whale® Cake or Cookie Puss® Cake would be a missed opportunity to enjoy a true tri-state tradition—those signature vanilla and chocolate ice cream layers, separated by the irresistible chocolate crunchies, are the stuff of local legend.

For a more modern, customized experience, the Carvelanche® allows you to blend the fresh soft serve with popular mix-ins like OREO® or Reese's®, creating a thick, spoonable concrete. And for those with dietary preferences, the growing line of Non-Dairy treats made with Oatly, from soft serve to cakes, demonstrates the shop's commitment to evolving while honoring its roots. Whether you grab a Flying Saucer® for a drive home or customize a Sheet Ice Cream Celebration Cake for a large gathering, choosing Carvel means choosing a New York original that continues to define the frozen dessert landscape. The combination of historical significance, product quality, and a commitment to customer service—as attested by reviews praising the helpful and kind attendants—makes Carvel Hartsdale a standout local choice for an unforgettable sweet treat.

Carvel Vibe

Handheld Treats
Heart Pops $0.00
Heart-shaped pops made with The Orginal Soft Serve(TM) covered in Brown hard shell Bonnet and drizzled with White Bonnet. Product contains milk, soy, wheat.
Heart Pops (4-Pack) $11.99
Heart-shaped pops made with The Original Soft Serve (TM) covered in Brown Bonnet and drizzled with White Bonnet.
Crunchie Pop $0.00
Crunchie Ice Cream Pops are made with The Original Soft Serve™, dipped in a brown Bonnet® hard shell and rolled in the iconic Carvel Chocolate Crunchies (TM). They're a classic Carvel treat that brings the crunch to every bite. Product contains milk, soy, wheat.
Sprinkle Pop $0.00
Sprinkle Ice Cream Pops are made with The Original Soft Serve™, dipped in a white Bonnet® hard shell and rolled in colorful rainbow sprinkles. A classic Carvel treat that brings the fun to every bite. Product contains milk, soy, wheat.

Ice Cream Celebration Cakes
Pumpkin Cake $23.99
Layers of freshly made, premium vanilla and chocolate soft serve ice cream, separated by a layer of our famously delicious chocolate crunchies. Variety of sizes that serve 10-16 people. No substitutions, alterations, or additions. For a more customized cake, please call or visit this location . Product Contains: Milk, Soy and Wheat
Festival Of Lights Cake $20.99
Celebrate the season with layers of chocolate, vanilla ice cream, and Carvel Crunchies™, all beautifully adorned with a festive menorah design.
Sheet Ice Cream Celebration Cake $62.99
Rectangular sheet ice cream cakes perfect for any occasion made with layers of freshly made, premium vanilla and chocolate soft-serve ice cream, separated by a layer of our famously delicious chocolate crunchies. Variety of sizes that serve 14 -40.
Chocolate Decadence Heart Cake $19.99
Feed your chocolate addiction this Valentine's Day with The Original Soft Serve (TM), Carvel Crunchies (TM), and lots of fudge.
Fall Seasonal Round Cake $34.79
Celebrate the season with an autumn-inspired classic Carvel® Ice Cream Cake. Each handmade cake features layers of rich chocolate and creamy vanilla ice cream with Carvel Crunchies® nestled in between.
Crunchie Munchie Monster $33.99
Lovable, fun, and full of flavor, this monster of a cake is ready to bring monstrous fun to any celebration. Topped with a mountain of smooth milk chocolate fudge, cone horns, and signature Chocolate Carvel Crunchies™, Crunchie Munchie Monster is layered with delicious vanilla and chocolate soft serve sandwiching a layer of chocolate Carvel Crunchies™. It’s the perfect mix of creamy goodness and a delightful crunch with every bite. Whether you’re hosting a monster bash or a spooky season gathering, invite the lovable Crunchie Munchie Monster to your next party!
Fudgie The Whale® Cake $48.99
Our famous whale of a cake with layers of vanilla and chocolate ice cream, separated by a layer of chocolate crunchies then covered with fudge, crunchies and whipped topping. Variety of sizes that serve 6-12 people.
Cup Of Toppings $5.39
Your choice of extra toppings.
Game Ball® Cake $44.99
Everyone's a winner with layers of vanilla and chocolate ice cream, separated by a layer of chocolate crunchies then topped with chocolate crunchies and whipped topping.
Round Ice Cream Celebration Cake $50.99
Round ice cream cakes perfect for any occasion made with layers of freshly made, premium vanilla and chocolate soft serve ice cream, separated by a layer of our famously delicious chocolate crunchies. Variety of sizes that serve 10-16 people.
Square Ice Cream Celebration Cake $28.99
Square Ice cream cakes perfect for any occasion made with layers of freshly made, premium vanilla and chocolate soft serve ice cream, separated by a layer of our famously delicious chocolate crunchies. Variety of sizes that serve 4-8 people.
Cookie Puss® Cake $45.99
A favorite party guest with layers of vanilla and chocolate ice cream, separated by a layer of chocolate crunchies then topped with a scoop of chocolate ice cream in a sugar cone, two chocolate chip cookies, and fudge. Serves 10-12 people.
24 Pack Of Candles $3.50
24 candles to blow out. Wish not included.
Baseball Cake $21.99
Layers of chocolate ice cream, chocolate crunchies, and vanilla ice cream. Festively decorated for your special occasions. No substitutions, alterations, or additions. For more customization, please call or visit this location. Baseball Cake is an 8” small round cake. Serving size is 10-12 people.
Pumpkin Cake $34.79
Handmade with layers of classic chocolate and vanilla ice cream, this festive cake is decorated to look just like a pumpkin — complete with Carvel Crunchies™ inside. Perfect for fall gatherings, Halloween parties, or any autumn celebration.
Red White & Blue Cake $39.99
Layers of premium chocolate ice cream, chocolate crunchies, and vanilla ice cream. Topped with a patriotic trim. Product Contains: Milk, Soy and Wheat
Tom The Turkey $23.98
Get ready to gobble up this irresistible treat! Tom the Turkey Ice Cream Cake features rich layers of creamy chocolate and vanilla ice cream, perfectly paired with a crunchy layer of chocolatey Crunchies. Decorated like a turkey, it’s the ultimate Thanksgiving dessert!
Numbered Candles $3.50
Number of your choice. We won't tell.
Santa Cake $24.99
Celebrate the season with layers of chocolate, vanilla ice cream, and Carvel Crunchies™, all dressed up as jolly old Saint Nick. Perfect for sharing holiday cheer!

Holiday Cake
Patriotics Seasonal Round (8in) $34.79
Celebrate the Stars and Stripes with a patriotic-inspired classic Carvel Ice Cream cake. Each of Carvel's handmade cakes features Carvel Crunchies lovingly sandwiched between a layer of chocolate and vanilla ice cream. Product contains milk, soy, wheat.
Cookie O'Puss (One-Size) $33.99
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with the cake that has everything on it. Straight from the party planet it's Cookie O'Puss.
Red, White, & Blue Cake (Small Sheet) $46.79
Celebrate the Stars and Stripes with a patriotic-inspired classic Carvel Ice Cream cake. Each of Carvel's handmade cakes features Carvel Crunchies lovingly sandwiched between a layer of chocolate and vanilla ice cream. Product contains milk, soy, wheat.

Sundaes
Ice Cream Sundae $9.35
Your choice of soft ice cream with one topping, whipped cream and a cherry included.
Cup Of Toppings $5.39
Your choice of extra toppings.

Limited Time Offer
Mother's Day Seasonal Round Cake $34.79
Celebrate mom with a spring-inspired classic Carvel Ice Cream cake. Each of Carvel's handmade cakes features Carvel Crunchies lovingly sandwiched between a layer of chocolate and vanilla ice cream. Product contains milk, soy, wheat.
Reese’s Toasted Marshmallow Sundae Dasher® $14.01
Layers of creamy toasted marshmallow soft serve swirled with REESE’S® peanut butter sauce and chunks of peanut butter cups. Topped with fluffy whipped cream and a final drizzle of rich, peanut buttery goodness. It’s the ultimate campfire treat in a cup. Product contains milk, soy, wheat, and peanut.
S’mores Shake $10.76
Toasted marshmallow ice cream, hand-spun with rich fudge and graham cracker topping. Product contains soy, wheat.
S’mores Sundae $9.35
Enjoy the sweetness of caramelized toasted marshmallow ice cream topped with graham cracker and rich fudge. Product contains soy, wheat.
S’mores Scoped Ice Cream $8.35
Toasted marshmallow ice cream brings the campfire flavor with graham cracker and ribbons of fudge in every creamy bite - your favorite s’mores combo, scooped to perfection. Product contains milk, soy, wheat.
Toasted Marshmallow Pop $16.49
This pop’s got it all-creamy toasted marshmallow ice cream with a snap of our iconic Brown bonnet hard shell. It’s a crackly, melty, toasty treat on a stick. Product contains soy, wheat.
Toasted Marshmallow Flying Saucers $18.99
Creamy toasted marshmallow soft serve tucked between two rich chocolatey wafers for a twist on your favorite campfire treat. Product contains soy, wheat.
Mother's Day Heart Cake $31.19
Celebrate mom with a decadently decorated, classic Carvel Ice Cream in the shape of a heart. Each of Carvel's handmade cakes features Carvel Crunchies, lovingly sandwiched between layers of chocolate and vanilla ice cream. Product contains milk, soy, wheat.
Toasted Marshmallow Soft Serve $7.99
Dive into the sweetness of caramelized toasted marshmallow with our original soft serve. Product contains milk, soy, wheat.
Mother's Day Round Cake $34.79
Celebrate mom with a delicately decorated floral classic Carvel Ice Cream cake. Each of Carvel's handmade cakes features Carvel Crunchies lovingly sandwiched between a layer of chocolate and vanilla ice cream. Product contains milk, soy, wheat.
S'mores Sundae Dasher® $14.01
Creamy toasted marshmallow soft serve layered with crunchy graham cracker crumbles and rich ribbons of fudge. Finished with whipped cream and a fudge drizzled - need we say s’more? Product contains milk, soy, wheat.

Shakes and Carvelanche®
Shakes $10.76
Hand-spun shakes made with our signature soft serve ice cream.
Carvelanche® $14.60
Our signature soft ice cream with your choice of mix-ins. Thicker than a shake, a Carvelanche® is best enjoyed with a spoon.

Non Dairy made with Oatly
Oatly Lil' Love® $21.99
Layers of non-dairy soft serve made with Oatly, separated by a layer of our chocolate crunchies. Serves 2-4.
Oatly Soft Serve $7.45
The Original Soft Serve™ you know and love, made with Oatly.
Oatly Round Cake (Small) $24.99
Layers of non-dairy soft serve made with Oatly, separated by a layer of our chocolate crunchies. Serves 10-12.
Oatly Shake $10.75
Non-dairy soft serve spun into creamy deliciousness.
Oatly Scooped $7.80
Thick, creamy and non-dairy. Enjoy scooped ice cream made with Oatly.
6 Pack Oatly Flying Saucer® $18.99
Non-dairy soft serve made with Oatly, sandwiched between two Flying Saucer® chocolate wafers.

Cakes
Father's Day Seasonal Round Cake (8") $43.99
Celebrate Dad this Father’s Day with a classic Carvel Ice Cream cake. Each of Carvel's handmade cakes features Carvel Crunchies lovingly sandwiched between a layer of chocolate and vanilla ice cream. Product contains milk, soy, wheat.

Sundae Dashers
Bananas Foster Sundae Dasher® $14.01
Layers of bananas, vanilla ice cream and caramel topped with whipped cream and caramel drizzle.
Reese’s Peanut Butter Sundae Dasher® $14.01
Layers of Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, Reese's Peanut Butter Sauce, vanilla ice cream and fudge topped with whipped cream and fudge drizzle.
OREO® Cookie Sundae Dasher® $14.01
Layers of Oreo® cookies, vanilla ice cream and fudge topped with whipped cream and fudge drizzle.
Fudge Brownie Sundae Dasher® $14.01
Layers of fudge brownie bites, vanilla ice cream and hot fudge topped with whipped cream and fudge drizzle.
Heath® Sundae Dasher® $14.01
Layers of Heath® pieces, vanilla ice cream and caramel topped with whipped cream and caramel drizzle.
Strawberry Shortcake Sundae Dasher® $14.01
Layers of vanilla ice cream, strawberries and pound cake topped with whipped cream and strawberry drizzle.
Mint Chocolate Chip Sundae Dasher® $14.01
Layers of chocolate crunchies, mint ice cream and fudge topped with whipped cream and fudge drizzle.

Ice Cream, Sorbet and Sherbet
Sherbet Scooped $5.50
A light and creamy treat featuring delicious fruit flavors.
Ice Cream Pint $11.99
Your choice of ice cream flavor in a pint.
Scooped Ice Cream $8.35
Classic scooped ice cream in a variety of flavors.
Cup Of Toppings $5.39
Your choice of extra toppings.
Soft Serve Ice Cream $7.99
Our classic soft ice cream available in a variety of flavors.
Ice Cream Quart $21.99
Your choice of ice cream flavor in a quart.
Sorbet Scooped (Vegan & Dairy-Free Dessert) $8.35
A sweet and fruity frozen treat that’s dairy-free but full of flavor. Toppings may not be vegan or dairy free.

Carvel Details

Service options
Delivery
In-store pickup
In-store shopping
Onsite services
Takeout

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Dining options
Table service

Atmosphere
Casual

Planning
Quick visit

Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards

Children
Good for kids

Parking
On-site parking

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Carvel Location

Carvel

New York Westchester County Hartsdale Central Avenue

419 Central Ave, Hartsdale, NY 10530, USA

Carvel Reviews

An average rating of ★4.4 from 73 user reviews.

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Disappointed at our visit to Carvel for ice cream. We had a gift card which we have previously used and it has a hefty balance available. They would not accept the gift card at this location because they said they have a new system, pretty bad excuse. They also serve a lot less in quantity than other Carvels. We have been to the other one on Central Avenue in Yonkers and in Tuckahoe, and they are much better. Three scoops and my ice cream is finished. My sweet tooth is not satisfied.
April 18 · Monique Clarke
Great place to catch a quick desert. Cakes are are already prepared if needed. The freezer has already prepped ice cream and cookies. The attendants are extremely helpful and kind. They made the orders clearly and were attentive. Would definitely come back
May 20 · Alcy Leyva
A chain ice cream shop with a variety of treats, including soft serve ice cream, and scooped ice cream. They sell cakes and ice cream sandwiches. On Wednesday sundaes are buy one get one free. There is limited seating inside.
August 24 · Hugo Ayala
Do they have new owners ?!? I went today and omg it was so expensive!! I got a regular 2 scoop with a cone and a 1 scoop small cup and it was $11….
June 11 · Nicole Rodriguez
I ordered medium size banana foster and they sent me small, but please pay attention next time
December 16 · Vani Caceres