At Long Last, LICKS Ice Cream Parlor to Open at Hudson Harbor

The long wait is almost over. 

Lighthouse Ice Cream Kompanies, an ice cream /coffee takeout shop at Hudson Harbor in Tarrytown has completed construction and plans to open as soon as all permits have been received—probably in just a few days.

The opening could take place even before the name sign goes up. A large banner proclaiming the coming of the ice cream parlor was recently removed. 

"At least 12 flavors of homemade ice cream will be offered daily," manager Kelly Strawbridge said, "made from fresh farm milk and including New York cheesecake as a flavor." Strawbridge, formerly from Eastchester, is a new Tarrytown resident.

Sorbets will include mint plum and strawberry orange; gelato offerings include pistachio and hazelnut.

Bagels, scones and croissants will be available but at least initially sandwiches will not be served. The store will also sell Harney & Sons tea, Lake Champagne Chocolates to include chocolate bars and chocolate truffles, and gifts such as coffee travel carriers.  

Beverages available include espresso, cappuccino, coffee, tea and hot chocolate during the winter.

The new establishment is mainly intended for takeout service but has three small tables.

Lighthouse Ice Cream Kompanies is owned by Joseph Slakas and is located at 127 West Main Street, between Green Street and Orchard Drive in Tarrytown. It opens at 7 a.m. seven days a week to accommodate train commuters and remain open all day, closing at 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.  It is located only a few steps away from the staircase to the Metro-North train platforms on the west side (New York City bound side) of the train tracks. Short-term, on-street parking is available where permissible. 

For the opening date, check the Lighthouse Ice Cream Kompanies website: www.licksusa.com.