While the days of packing into the ice cream shop with friends may be over for the time being, it doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy your favorite local dessert shops. One of the best in upstate New York is Buffalo’s Lake Effect Ice Cream, a small batch artisan ice cream company with some of the most unique ice cream flavors you’ve ever heard of. But don’t take our word for it; head to Lake Effect Ice Cream and see for yourself.

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If you’re in the city, head downtown for Lake Effect’s main location in the heart of the city. The shop also has a location in Lockport, just north of the city. If you stop in Lockport for this one-of-a-kind ice cream, make the short drive up to Lake Ontario for some incredible views.

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