Opening hours
Open now · closes 11:00 PM
| Monday | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Thursday | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
| Friday | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Saturday | 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM |
| Sunday | 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM |
Local time in New York: 3:54 PM (EST). Holiday hours may differ.
About Softside
Looking for an ice cream shop in New York? Softside is at 51 Spring St, New York, New York. It's part of our guide to 5,477 restaurants, cafes and bars in New York. It sits in the moderate price range ($15–30 per person).
Softside is open 7 days a week, usually 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM. It stays open late, until 11:00 PM on most nights.
Softside's menu features 26 dishes and drinks across 5 sections, including Flavors, Milkshakes, Sundaes, Toppings, and Others. Menu highlights include Vanilla, Nutella, and The Riff.
Service options include onsite services, takeout, and delivery. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual.
Accessibility features: wheelchair accessible entrance. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments.
Quick facts
- Category
- Ice Cream Shop
- Address
- 51 Spring St, New York, NY 10012
- Price range
- $$ per person
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
- Menu
- 26 items
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 3 PM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 10 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for ice cream shops and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Softside’s weekday schedule with 51 other ice cream shops in New York. On a typical weekday it opens at 12:00 PM, later than most (the typical opening time is 11:00 AM) and closes at 11:00 PM, in line with the typical 11:00 PM.
In total it is open about 83 hours a week, 6 hours more than the local median of 77. 98% of ice cream shops in New York open on Sundays, and Softside is one of them.
Compared with 51 other ice cream shops in New York that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for ice cream shops in New York
Based on 26 menus with 914 priced items from ice cream shops in New York, the median menu item costs $5.00, and half of all items are priced between $3.15 and $9.50.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Vanilla | 31% | $5.25 |
| Banana Split | 31% | $11.75 |
| Milkshake | 19% | $9.00 |
Calculated from 26 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
Service options
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Delivery
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
Dining options
- Table service
Atmosphere
- Casual
Planning
- Quick visit
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Softside there are 648 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 1,685 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (276), Bars & Pubs (219), Chinese (139), and Bakeries & Desserts (116).
Competition is strong: 24 other ice cream shops are within a mile and 65 within three miles. The closest is Van Leeuwen Ice Cream, < 0.1 mi away.
676 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- PizzaUpside Pizza< 0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeSpring Lemon Tree< 0.1 mi
- Bars & PubsSpring Lounge< 0.1 mi
- Mediterranean & Middle EasternTaïm< 0.1 mi
- ThaiWan Wan< 0.1 mi
What to expect at an ice cream shop
This group brings together bakeries, donut shops, ice cream parlors, frozen yogurt shops, dessert cafes, candy stores and specialty sweet shops. Bakeries usually open early and sell their best items before noon, while ice cream and dessert shops are busiest in the evening and on warm weekends.
What to order
- Croissants or morning pastries – freshest early in the day
- Donuts – classic glazed is the benchmark
- Cookies and cupcakes – easy to share or take home
- Pan dulce or Asian buns – bakery specialties from other traditions
Good to know
- Arrive early for the full selection; popular items sell out.
- Order celebration cakes several days ahead.
- Many bakeries discount day-old bread and pastries in the afternoon.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Softside's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM. Monday: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM; Tuesday: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM; Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM; Thursday: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM; Friday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Saturday: 12:00 PM – 2:00 AM; Sunday: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Is Softside open on Sunday?
Yes, Softside is open on Sundays: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Where is Softside located?
Softside is located at 51 Spring St, New York, NY 10012.
Does Softside offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Softside offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: onsite services, takeout, and delivery.
How much does it cost to eat at Softside?
The typical price range at Softside is $$ per person.
Does Softside take reservations?
Reservations are not listed; Softside may be walk-in only.
Is Softside wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair accessible entrance.
Is Softside good for kids?
Family-friendly details: good for kids.
Is Softside open late?
Yes – Softside is open until 10 PM or later on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
What else is near Softside?
There are 1,685 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Softside. Nearby options include Upside Pizza (< 0.1 mi), Spring Lemon Tree (< 0.1 mi), and Spring Lounge (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other ice cream shops near Softside?
24 other ice cream shops within a mile. The closest is Van Leeuwen Ice Cream, < 0.1 mi away.
How much do ice cream shops in New York cost?
Based on 26 menus with 914 priced items from ice cream shops in New York, the median menu item costs $5.00, and half of all items are priced between $3.15 and $9.50.
