Malai Ice Cream – Indian
This vibrant creamery serves as a fragrant bridge between South Asian heritage and modern indulgence, where the air is thick with the inviting scent of toasted spices and sweet cream. Each velvety scoop tells a story of tradition reimagined, from the earthy warmth of Carrot Halwa and Coffee Cardamom to the bright, botanical zing of Hibiscus Chaat Masala Sorbet.
268 Smith Street, Brooklyn NY 11231 https://malai.co/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Indian
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegetarian, nut-free, gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free, halal, pescatarian, low-fat, plant-based, heart-healthy, low-sodium, low-cholesterol, tlc, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Friday
- 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
- Saturday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its delectable soup and inviting ambiance, guests consistently praise the attentive service staff who provide a warm and welcoming experience. Reviewers highlight the pleasant atmosphere as a standout feature for couples, noting that the high-quality flavors and regular table checks make it a destination worth visiting again.
Menu
- Apricot Mace - $12.95: Light sherbet with tart apricot and sweet piney mace Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Fat
- Black Forest - $12.95: Cardamom whipped cream base, hot fudge, cherry rose ripple Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Carrot Halwa - $12.95: Carrots sautéed in ghee with a touch of cardamom Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Chocolate Coconut Burfi - $12.95: Dairy-free chocolate sorbet swirled with cardamom spiced coconut fudge Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Coffee Cardamom - $12.95: Robust coffee flavor with granules and floral cardamom Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Hibiscus Chaat Masala Sorbet - $12.95: Floral and fruity hibiscus with savory umami chaat masala spice blend Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol
- Lemon Cardamom - $12.95: Tart lemon with floral cardamom Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Lychee - $12.95: Sweet, floral lychee sorbet with a touch of tang Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol
- Masala Chai - $12.95: Ginger, cinnamon, and black pepper inspired by classic tea
- Milk & Cookies - $12.95: Nutmeg, cardamom, and black pepper ice cream with star anise chocolate chip and chocolate chili cookies Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Orange Fennel - $12.95: Citrusy orange with herbal, licorice-note fennel Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Pineapple Pink Peppercorn - $12.95: Pineapple, coconut, white chocolate, and pink peppercorn Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Pumpkin Garam Masala Crumble - $12.95: Pumpkin ice cream with garam masala and black cardamom graham cracker crumble Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Red Chili Chocolate - $12.95: Rich chocolate ice cream with heirloom chilies from Andhra Pradesh Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Sea Salt Vanilla - $12.95: Classic vanilla with a touch of sea salt Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- Spiced Peanut Crunch - $12.95: Vegan spiced peanut ice cream with cayenne pepper and peanut chikki swirls Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Sweet Milk - $12.95: Condensed milk style ice cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Tamarind Spice - $12.95: Tamarind sorbet with cinnamon, clove, and cayenne pepper Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, TLC
- Toasted Nutmeg - $12.95: Warm toasted nutmeg in a creamy milky base Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Tulsi Chocolate Chip - $12.95: Tulsi (holy basil/mint blend) with chocolate and cocoa nibs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Gulab Jamun Ice Cream Cake - $65: Ice cream cake featuring Gulab Jamun Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Sweet Roti & Ghee - $12: Traditional flatbread with clarified butter and sweetness Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Kheer - $12: Traditional South Asian rice pudding Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian
- Chai Masala - $12: Special spice blend based on grandmother's recipe for tea