Posted in New York Bakeries & Dessert, Food & Dining August 16, 2018 by

The Ice Cream Parlor In New York That’s So Worth Waiting In Line For

You may remember that last year we took you on a delicious adventure when we created our own Ice Cream Trail that takes you through the Adirondack Mountains. But if you’re heading up north and only have time to stop at one destination, there’s a spot on our trail that you simply can’t miss out on tasting for yourself. Well worth the wait, come and see why people from all over are waiting in line to try Martha’s Dandee Creme.

Located just outside of the village of Lake George in Queensbury, Martha's Danee Creme has been a local landmark for over 70 years.
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Right off of Route 9, Martha's is right across the street from the Great Escape and quite easy to stumble upon.
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Aside from the large Rooster perched out front that pays homage to the famous rooster Charlie who once roamed around the property and greeted visitors, Martha's is easy to notice due to all the cars and crowds that are always out front.
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During the summertime, Martha's is most popular with both locals and tourists alike flocking here to get their daily sweet tooth fix.
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And you'll even find long lines outside of Martha's in the winter when people are bundled up and surrounded by the snow - this is place is that good.
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But why exactly are so many people obsessed with this small town ice cream parlor? Well, the proof is in the pudding - or should I say ice cream.
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Aside from the friendly faces that are always here to welcome you at their windows, the ice cream at Martha's is made fresh every day and tastes downright delightful.
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Martha's has nearly 40 different soft serve flavors, featuring a menu of different flavors every day of the week.
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Just when you think you've decided on a flavor at Martha's, while you're waiting in line you'll see groups of people holding all different flavors of ice cream that will intrigue you even further and compel you to ask what they're having.
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Over the last 70 years, Martha's Dandee Creme has been recognized for being one of the top ice cream parlors in the country and has even been featured on The Today Show.
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But this ice cream parlor has more than just amazing soft serve, they also feature their famous Dandee Cremewiches, ice cream cakes, cookies, and sundaes that will make you wish you had room for more.
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Open every day from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., come and see why so many people are willing to wait in line so that they can get their hands on Martha's amazing ice cream.
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A family-owned ice cream parlor, lovers of Martha's Dandee Creme can even choose to take home their favorite soft serve flavors in Quarts. To see what soft serve flavors are on their menu for the day, you can visit their website or see them listed on their official Facebook page.

How to get here:
133 Route 9,
Queensbury, NY 12804

What’s your favorite thing to order when you’re at Martha’s? For more amazing places to cross off of your bucket list, read about how This Tiny Drive-In May Just Be The Best Kept Secret In New York!

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