If you’re looking for one of the most delicious ways to cool down, we’ve got you covered! Loads of NYC businesses are serving refreshing icy slushees that of course, have a nice little spike of alcohol.
From the classic frosé and frozen margs, to some new original creations (one combines frozen cold brew and coffee!), here are the best places to stop by when you need some quick frozen cocktails to cool off:
1. Superbueno, East Village
Recently named the #1 Bar in America (and #2 on North America’s 50 Best Bars 2024 list), this Mexican-American style cocktail bar serves up one of our favorite frozen drinks around, the Adobada Bam Bam. It features Mezcal, Adobada Falernum, pineapple, lemon and pineapple shrub…and it of course pairs perfectly with their tacos and other bites.
Where: 13 1st Ave
2. SAPPE, Chelsea
This brand new Northeastern Thai spot that just opened this past January is ringing in their innaugaural summer with a load of frozen drinks and outdoor seating. Their pictured above Somsri (gold tequila, Cointreau, lime, guava puree, spicy plum powder rim, lime zest) cocktail is inspired by the first robotic female protagonist in Thai romance.
Where: 240 W 14th St
3. Jaffa Cocktail and Raw Bar, Williamsburg
This brand new rooftop bar in Brooklyn is serving up all sorts of coastal drinks inspired by Jaffa, Israel. The Jaffa Orange (vodka, aperol, orange, vanilla) is the frozen highlight here and it’s delicious…it takes like a creamsicle! Don’t forget to pair with their raw bar options too like oysters and mussels.
Where: 97 Wythe Ave, Brooklyn
4. Roof at Park South, NoMad
Views and booze is what you’ll find at the Roof at Park South, a trendy cocktail bar that has some of the tastiest frozen drinks around. Enjoy picturesque views of the NYC skyline, all while sipping away on a slushy Famous Froze, Spicy Margarita, Espresso Martini, or “Smoky Melons.” They also have a variety of international bites to snack on as well!
Where: 125 E 27th St
5. Sweet Chick, Brooklyn (Multiple Locations)
Come for the famous chicken n waffles, but stick around for their thirst-quenching frosé. The strawberry flavored slushie mixed with booze has the perfect amount of kick for a summer day! Sweet Chick has 4 locations around the city in Williamsburg, LES, Prospect Heights, and LIC!
Where: Multiple locations
6. Pink’s Cantina, East Village
Pick up this perfectly-colored “Blue 52” drink from Pinks in the East Village, or pair a frozen piña colada with their amazing tacos that are now being served out of their taco kitchen window!
Where: 242 E 10th St
7. Beatstro, The Bronx
This hip hop-influenced Bronx hotspot is serving up delicious rosé and Frozen Nemo nutcrackers with a special blend of liquor and fruit juice.
Where: 135 Alexander Ave, The Bronx
8. The Sampler, Bushwick
Strawberry frosé anyone? This Brooklyn craft beer bar is moving into the frozen cocktail world with options like “Berry Caipirinha,” “Passionfruit Mojito,” and the “Lime Coconut Limber.”
Where: 234 Starr St, Brooklyn
9. Elite Williamsburg, Williamsburg
At Elite Willisamburg, you’ll get $10 frozen drinks, immaculate Latin food, and some of the best rooftop vibes around. Whether you’re after a classic margarita, pina colada, or frose, they have so many frozen options that will pair perfectly with their outdoor seating. Our favorite has to be the Brooklyn Vice!
Where: 128 Metropolitan Ave, Brooklyn
10. Sweet Polly, Prospect Heights
Take your frozen drink game up a notch with these thoughtfully crafted cocktails from a classy bar in Prospect Heights. There’s the Baddie Fumbler (Rum, Mezcal, Pineapple Juice, Lime Juice, Falernum, Fernet, Cinnamon, Almond Orgeat) and The Purpetrator (Vodka, Orange Juice, Orange Curaçao, Galliano, Lemon Juice, Cream, Vanilla).
Where: 71 6th Ave, Brooklyn
11. Dutch Kills, LIC
This craft cocktail bar in Long Island City changes up their frozen drink specials daily. Their Frozen Mojito and Frozen Cosmo are both equally tasty, and you can even add a layer of overproof rum on top of your mojito for an additional $3!
Where: 27-24 Jackson Ave, Queens
12. Grotta Azzurra Restaurant, Little Italy
This historic Italian restaurant is bringing the summer vibes to Little Italy with frozen drinks. Enjoy Pina Coladas, Frosé, and Frozen Margaritas.
Where: 177 Mulberry St
13. Nostrand Station Bar & Lounge, Crown Heights
Looking for a boozy cocktail to wash down your brunch? Head to Nostrand Station Bar & Lounge in Crown Heights! This hidden gem is the perfect combo for food and frozen cocktails that will keep you cool all summer long. They have everything from frozen rum punches to frozen sangria, and they are all available in 3 different sizes depending on your mood!
Where: 822 Nostrand Ave, Brooklyn
14. Jue Lan Kitchen, Flatiron
Sip on Jue Lan Kitchen’s Frozen D’usse Colada and Frozen Mango Margaritas on their picturesque patio seating right next to the historic Limelight Church. Complete with perfectly pink umbrellas, it’s known as their “Rosé Garden”!
Where: 49 W 20th St
15. Medusa Green Taverna, Park Slope
Pick between a classic frosé, frozen sangria, or their specialty combinations the frosita (frose + sangria) and sangrita (margarita + sangria). Red or white options are available for most of the drinks and it’s a close walk to the Barclays Center!
Where: 133 5th Ave, Brooklyn
16. Blinky’s, Williamsburg
Blinky’s may just be our favorite frozen cocktail spot in Williamsburg, and it’s because of the drinks and its cozy atmosphere. Blinky’s “Frozen Concotion of the Day” changes daily and the mystique of learning what it will be that day gets to us every time. Head over today to see what the current concoction is, and be sure to stop by the backyard where you may find a DJ spinning some tunes.
Where: 609 Grand St, Brooklyn
17. SVETA, West Village
Something about frozen drinks taste differently when they’re in a pouch, and that’s exactly what you get with Sveta’s “Frozen Crushers.” Try out the Henny Colada, Tropical Blast, or Drunk Compote, among many other choices to pick from. Mix and match different pouches and consider even pairing one of their delicious brunch classics or Russian dishes with it!
Where: 64 Carmine St
18. Gilligan’s, SoHo
Gilligan’s is one of our favorite dining spots at the Soho Grand Hotel. Their Frozen Watermelon Margarita — complete with actual watermelon— is a must-have, especially during the hot days of summer. You can order them by the glass, pitcher, and even take them on the go! Be sure to stop by to see what all the hype is about!
Where: 310 W Broadway
19. Loreley Beer Garden, Bowery
Beer isn’t the only thing on Loreley Beer Garden’s menu, and their cocktails are truly the star of the show. Their Frosé Flamingo and Frozen Margarita are a true highlight, both made with fresh fruits and ample amounts of alcohol. Combine them with their two outdoor spaces to lounge around in, and it’s an absolute must-hit for a frozen cocktail. Plus, if you’re really up for it, order the larger version of the boozy drink and have it served in an inflatable flamingo or unicorn (that you get to keep!).
Where: 7 Rivington St
20. TLK, East Village
Although TLK might be known for their gluten-free and vegan Asian options, they secretly stash some of the best espresso martinis in the city. Be sure to try out their signature Frozen Vietnamese Coffee, which includes Jameson, coffee liqueur, coco foam, and nutmeg.
Where: 58 3rd Ave
21. Donna, West Village
This trendy new worker-owned restaurant and cocktail bar in West Village is serving up great drinks all summer long. Particularly the pictured above frozen Brancolada, which is Donna’s take on the traditional Piña Colada. All of their drinks are tropical and their brand new space makes the grand reopening even sweeter.
Where: 7 Cornelia St
22. Kokomo, Williamsburg
This Caribbean restaurant in Williamsburg is well-documented as one of our favorites, especially during the summer when they serve frozen drinks. Their two options, the Frozen Special Rum Punch (mango or tropical) and the Frozen Dusse Colada are both stellar options and taste incredible.
Where: 65 Kent Ave, Brooklyn
23. Bar Pisellino, Greenwich Village
The Lemon Drop has already taken the lead position as 2024’s anticipated drink of the summer, and Bar Pisellino is doing a riff on it so refreshing you’ll want ten of them. Dubbed the Sgroppino, the boozy frozen cocktail is made with lemon sorbet, vodka, and prosecco, garnished with lemon zest and a lemon wedge. Sipping on it may actually make you feel like you’ve been transported straight to Italy.
Where: 52 Grove Street