Overview

Located on Carleton Avenue in East Islip, NY, MR SOFTEE STORE / HAMPTONS SOFT ICE CREAM INC offers a nostalgic yet vibrant ice cream experience that stays true to classic soft serve while adding its own unique twists. This ice cream shop stands out for its dedication to tradition, with familiar favorites like vanilla and chocolate cones, alongside inventive specialty cones such as Cookie Crunch and Coconut. Beyond cones, their menu attracts attention with indulgent creations like the decadent Bubble Waffle and the luxurious Dubai Sundae, blending pistachio, vanilla, chocolate, and strawberries for a rich flavor fusion.

The atmosphere at MR SOFTEE STORE is casual and welcoming, catering primarily to families, longtime fans of soft serve, and anyone craving a sweet treat that feels both comforting and exciting. While the storefront is modest and seating options are limited, the small bench outside offers a charming spot to savor your order. The shop stays open late, making it a reliable destination for late-night cravings and fueling those spontaneous dessert runs.

Patrons appreciate the friendly, efficient staff who manage the often busy crowds with consistent service. This atmosphere is lively but not pretentious, celebrating the messy joy of traditional ice cream without trying to be overly artisanal or upscale. The presence of merchandise like branded toy trucks and T-shirts adds a layer of community and brand loyalty, enhancing the overall experience.

MR SOFTEE STORE’s offerings are reminiscent of nostalgic ice cream trucks but with the convenience and charm of a brick-and-mortar location. The variety in toppings—from the traditional rainbow sprinkles to inventive options like strawberry shortcake crumbles—allows for personalization that appeals to both kids and adults. Their portions are generous, ensuring good value and satisfaction with every visit.

While the space is on the smaller side and parking can require some caution given its strip mall setting, the quality of the ice cream and the warm, down-to-earth service more than make up for these minor inconveniences. For those seeking a classic soft serve experience with a fun twist, MR SOFTEE STORE / HAMPTONS SOFT ICE CREAM INC remains a beloved local gem worth visiting.


Amenities & Services

Atmosphere
Casual

What Customers Say

jocelyn Sanchez
Feb 16,2026
5/5
This cute little spot is so good. Ice cream is always on point and so many toppings to choose from. Staff are quick and friendly. There’s a cute bench Infront of the shop to enjoy your ice cream.
Courtney Thompson
Feb 16,2026
4/5
I was set on getting the traditional rainbow sprinkles, but they have so much more than the truck, including strawberry shortcake crumbles! It looks great inside but they can use a bench outside or maybe a couple small tables. My friend also noticed a bullet hole in the glass. Be mindful of parking. It’s in a small strip mall and not super safe to get into and out of
Ariah H
Feb 16,2026
5/5
What’s not to like about Mr. Softee? This is childhood nostalgia in a cup (or cone) but with a storefront that stays open late enough to fuel your late night cravings. The Choco Taco? Ohhh … MASSIVE, peanut-crusted, and worth every single bite. If you don’t order one, we can’t be friends. They’ve got all sorts of specialty options, but why fix what isn’t broken? Line looks scary sometimes but it moves quick don’t worry. This place isn’t trying to be bougie gelato or artisanal rolled ice cream it’s Mr. Softee. Classic, messy, and exactly what your inner kid signed is looking for
Alex Masciana
Feb 16,2026
4/5
We visited the store in late December and only one employee was working. It woud have been nice to have the truck music playing even softly as a way to improve the ambiance. They have toy truvks, tee shirts for purchase and they have both hard and soft ice cream. The store was clean but too small to have seating. There is a row of wall counters with napkin dispensers , we would have given it full stars but lack of seating and space did not warrant it. Ice cream was pretty good and much like Carvels. Worth a visit though as the only store we are aware of.
James Wood
Feb 16,2026
5/5
This spot is always a hit! The store was extremely busy when we visited, but the staff handled it really well. Even while being overwhelmed, they were helpful, friendly, and kept things moving. The servings are very large and definitely worth the price, you won’t leave hungry! On top of that, the atmosphere is really great and makes it a fun place to stop for a treat. Highly recommend if you’re in the area and craving ice cream.
Jon Manna
Feb 16,2026
5/5
My wife convinced me to get it I knew was a bad idea. I ordered the ice cream sandwich. Six scoops of ice cream or four big scoops of ice cream in between two waffles. After you choose your ice cream, they dip it into one of three sauces a chocolate sauce, a cherry sauce or a blue raspberry sauce and then they dip it in sprinkles. It is definitely big enough to share between two or more people in my opinion and I wish I didn’t eat all six scoops of ice cream and two waffles but I did because I paid $10 for an ice cream burger. I’ll only get it again if I share, but I definitely did not regret my decision. It’s super unique and really fun experience to have. Our group left so full as we all chowed down on our ice cream burgers.

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Location

Opening Hours

Monday 12:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Tuesday 12:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Wednesday 12:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Thursday 12:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Friday 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Saturday 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Sunday 12:00 PM - 09:00 PM
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