16 Handles
“Definitely plan on coming back whenever I'm in Chelsea and have a froyo craving!”
“16 Handles is definitely one of my go-to froyo spots in the city if I need a snack or a cool treat on a summer night.”
“If you don't have their rewards card I recommend you sign up for one, because I haven't used it in ages and I got $5 off.”
16 Handles
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
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Good vegan froyo options here! There is usually at least 1 to 2 sorbet options and 1 soy froyo option, labeled clearly as vegan!! This 16 handles usually has the soy "creamy" froyo although I haven't seen it at other locations. I think this is what sets 16 handles apart! You can usually find sorbet dairy free froyo at other stores though.
Even the toppings are clearly labeled if vegan. Lots of fruit at toppings bar!
They are willing to give sample cups so that's nice! Price is reasonable. I got a reasonably big cup for $3.70!
I like the acai sorbet a lot. Really refreshing. The soy vanilla froyo is delicious and super creamy! I like the vanilla over the chocolate which wasn't chocolate enough for me. From what I remember it tastes like soft serve ice cream!
For non vegans: they have waffle cones if you want to put your froyo in it. Great variety of other flavors too!
They also have these awesome cup dividers if you wanna get 2 flavors without mixing. Genius!
Nice clean store. Overall I would definitely come back here for my froyo fix !!
This is my favorite froyo by far. I walk out of the way past pink berry and red mango to come here. Graham cracker and no sugar added praline are my favorites!
I love that they let you sample and it really isn't very expensive for self serve yogurt. The hard spoons are also a major plus!!!!!
FROZEN YOGURT YUM!
Reminds me a little bit of Yogurtland on the west coast…except with better options! Ask for sample cups at the front to help you decide on the perfect flavor.
One of my absolute favorite things about this place, and the reason for the extra star, is that they have the option to add a divider to your yogurt cup! This has always been a problem I run into while getting frozen yogurt. I cannot decide between two options but also do not like to mix my yogurt. 16 handles is the perfect place because now I do not have to pick just one, i can have both without mixing! SO GREAT! THANK YOU 16 HANDLES 😀
Service is non-existent and mostly dismissive in this very busy FROYO spot. But I love FROYO. And this place is already in my permanent cold treats rotation 🙂
Best Fro-yo in the area.
I've been here a few times and tried many of the yogurts and toppings. Some are good, some aren't that great so make sure to get a taste before buying a whole cup.
Yes, it's expensive so if you're enjoying it for dessert do so sparingly – they charge by weight and some of those toppings are hefty.
Make sure to join their rewards program – you will earn a free fro-yo very quickly!
After scarfing down fried pickles and onion rings, in drunken elation, my friend drug me to 16 handles with some game show excitement.
It felt like a special treasure in suburbia, giving you that kind of spoiled kid comfort in busy Gotham.
It felt busy for a Wednesday night as we tried a few flavors that seemed a little unusual if a bit sweet, and they didn't have plain, but this is about excess which became evident at the large and fun topping buffet.
I settled on chocolate with fruity Peebles, captain crunch, minature Italian rainbow almond cake cookies.
It was my treat and my friends portion was more gluttonous than mine and the bill for two fro yo's was around $11.
16 handles has a sort of addictively dumb mall carnival feel, that has a delightfully unprentitous quality compared to say a gelataria with flavors like goat cheese and fig. I tend to favor the latter, something more adventurous and sophisticated.
But we had fun picking our flavors and toppings and even sat outside on the bench to enjoy our suburbam treats with urban street view bliss, even tho it was January.
Likely my favorite dessert spot in New York. I don't know what it is, but something about self-serve fro-yo for a relatively cheap price just really appeals to me. I usually go for something of a chocolate peanut butter persuasion. However, I did try the birthday cake and the cereal milk flavors, and those were very solid. Yet, my go-to is usually chocolate or peanut butter fro-yo with crushed Oreos, Oreo bark, M&M's, and more chocolate-centric toppings. If I want to change it it up, I usually go fruit-centric, with the cheescake fro-yo with mochi, kiwi, and blackberry.
In the realm of dessert, I actually think it's one of the cheaper options. You can get a decently
sized cup for about $3.50. Yet, I can only imagine how much the stock photos provided would cost in real life. Service behind the counter at the location is usually very friendly and quick. Pro-tip: see how many sample cups they'll give you before they force you to buy something. I've gotten anywhere from 1-5 sample cups, and while I think 2-3 is fair, 1 sample cup is just too little.
As I previously said, this location is easily my go-to dessert place these days, given its proximity to my apartment. I've taken a few dates here, and it's actually a pretty good move to see what kind of fro-yo and what toppings they go for, because to be honest, it's basically a way to stare into their soul. Haha, I'm totally just kidding about that last part and not speaking the truth at all.
I love a good yogurt on a summer night. 16 handles was near my hotel and had a great selection of yogurts and fruits. It was really refreshing and such a great night cap after a long day of work. ENJOY!