December 4, 2008
The best -- and the not-so-good -- frozen yogurts
Leaving Pinkberry with their famous frozen yoghurt -- a great summertime treat.
Stay cool and save calories this summer. Whether you're in need of an after work pick-me-up or a quick spot for a light lunch, check out our ratings before heading to one of these NYC frozen yogurt stops.
(4 CONES)
Forty Carrots
Taste: Creamy & Smooth
Cost: $4.50-$6.50; plus toppings, $1, fruit toppings, $2
Best flavor: Caribbean Coffee
Best topping: Melba (raspberry) sauce and chocolate gummy bears
Atmosphere: Take the elevator up and venture through the bedding department. Bear to the left for counter take-out and avoid massive restaurant lines. Seating room is available.
Helpful tip: A small cup is plenty.
Location: Bloomingdale's, 1000 Third Ave., seventh floor, 212-705-3085
(1.5 CONES)
Smoochies Lite & Creamy
Taste: Lactose-free and tastes it
Cost: $3-$6; plus toppings $0.50 each
Best flavor: Caramel
Best topping: Coconut
Atmosphere: Virtually no surroundings other than the towering waterfall located in the Chelsea apartment building that shares its space with the frozen yogurt store.
Helpful tip: Grab your table fast because there is limited seating space.
Location: 60 West 23rd St., 212-206-3501
(2.5 CONES)
Yogo Monster
Taste: Icy and fruity
Cost: $3.25-$6; plus toppings (up to three for a set price, depending on size)
Best flavor: Peach
Best topping: Rice cake
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