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501 Port Richmond Ave, Staten Island, NY 10302
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Reviewers on Tripadvisor describe the wait as 'part of the experience' at the Port Richmond Avenue flagship, with one warning of 'the long summer wait in line' on sunny days and difficulty with parking due to crowds. Another reviewer says to 'expect long lines but it's worth it.'
One Tripadvisor reviewer suggests visiting a smaller nearby location on Victory Boulevard to sidestep 'the line outside the main store on Port Richmond,' which they describe as 'very long' during peak season.
Patterns as reported by press and regulars — not measured by damnlines.
Walk-ins: Yes, walk-up counter, cash only
Mon & Tue 12–9pm, closed Wed–Sun per Tripadvisor listing (unusually limited; verify before publishing)
On sunny summer days, Tripadvisor reviewers describe the line as 'very long' and 'part of the experience' at the Port Richmond flagship; exact minutes aren't documented.
No, it's a walk-up ices counter with no seating and no reservation system, per Tripadvisor.
Yes, it's walk-up only and cash-only, per Tripadvisor reviewers, though you may face a long line on busy summer days.
Sources: Tripadvisor