Ralph's Famous Italian Ices

Ralph's Famous Italian Ices is a well-known dessert spot that has been satisfying the sweet cravings of New Yorkers for over 90 years. The business was founded in 1928 by Ralph Silvestro, a first-generation Italian immigrant, who started selling homemade Italian ices from a pushcart in the streets of Staten Island. Silvestro's ices quickly became a hit among locals. Throughout its history, Ralph's Famous Italian Ices has remained a family-owned and operated business. Today, the company is run by Ralph Silvestro's grandson, continues to carry on his grandfather's legacy of providing delicious, high-quality frozen treats to the community.