Van Leeuwen – American
This vibrant, pastel-hued sanctuary reimagines the classic scoop shop experience, blending nostalgic charm with a bold, artisanal approach to frozen indulgence. Velvety textures and imaginative flavors collide in every bite, from the tropical sweetness of mango sticky rice to the decadent, chewy depths of peanut butter brownie honeycomb. Whether lingering over a sophisticated coffee affogato or sipping a frothy malted cookie dough shake, guests find a playful celebration of flavor that elevates the simple joy of dessert.
119 South 13th Street, 19107 https://vanleeuwenicecream.com/scoop-shops/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, soy-free
Diet fit at Van Leeuwen
Dairy-Free at Van Leeuwen
Van Leeuwen in Philadelphia has 11 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Triple Chocolate Swirl Bar, Vegan Brown Sugar Honeycomb Bar and Vegan Choc Chip Cookie Dough. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Van Leeuwen
Van Leeuwen in Philadelphia has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Vegan Vanilla Wildberry Swirl Bar. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Van Leeuwen
Van Leeuwen in Philadelphia has 33 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mango Sticky Rice, Vegan Triple Chocolate Swirl Bar and Marionberry Cheesecake. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Van Leeuwen
Van Leeuwen in Philadelphia has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Earl Grey Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Van Leeuwen
Van Leeuwen in Philadelphia has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Earl Grey Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Van Leeuwen
Van Leeuwen in Philadelphia has 11 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Triple Chocolate Swirl Bar, Vegan Brown Sugar Honeycomb Bar and Vegan Choc Chip Cookie Dough. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Van Leeuwen
Van Leeuwen in Philadelphia has 31 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Mango Sticky Rice, Vegan Triple Chocolate Swirl Bar and Marionberry Cheesecake. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Van Leeuwen
Van Leeuwen in Philadelphia has 5 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Strawberry Shortcake, Vegan Sicilian Pistachio and Earl Grey Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Van Leeuwen
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Vegan Oat Milk Brown Sugar Chunk | 87.5 g | 27.9 g |
| Vegan Peanut Butter Brownie Honeycomb | 138 g | 26.6 g |
| Peanut Butter Brownie Honeycomb | 134.5 g | 25.9 g |
| Vanilla Bean | 24 g | 17.9 g |
| Vegan Banana Bread Pudding with Fudge Swirls | 136.5 g | 17.1 g |
| Brown Sugar Cookie Dough Brownie | 214.6 g | 16.6 g |
| Vegan Sicilian Pistachio | 19 g | 16 g |
| Malted Cookie Dough Shake | 156.7 g | 15 g |
| Cookies & Cream | 88.3 g | 14.9 g |
| Vegan Cookies & Cream Caramel Swirl | 112.2 g | 14.9 g |
| Vegan Strawberry Shortcake | 21.9 g | 14.7 g |
| Vegan Brown Sugar Honeycomb Bar | 184.4 g | 14.6 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Sunday - Thursday
- 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its approachable atmosphere, guests appreciate the comfortable setting that works well for casual group dinners with friends. Reviewers highlight the balanced portion sizes and the consistent nature of the experience, noting that
Menu
Ice Cream Pints
- Mango Sticky Rice - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Strawberry Matcha Latte - $12: Strawberry ice cream, pinnacle-grade matcha ice cream, latte Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Ice Cream Cake - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Strawberry - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Coffee Affogato - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Malted Cookie Dough Shake - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Peanut Butter Brownie Honeycomb - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Black Cherry Chip - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Brown Sugar Cookie Dough Brownie - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Marionberry Cheesecake - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cookies & Cream - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Honeycomb - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Earl Grey Tea - $12 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Mint Chip - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Sicilian Pistachio - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Vanilla Bean - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Dulce de Leche Brownie - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Vegan Ice Cream
- Vegan Banana Bread Pudding with Fudge Swirls - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Vegan Strawberry Shortcake - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Macrobiotic
- Vegan Choc Chip Cookie Dough - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian
- Vegan Peanut Butter Brownie Honeycomb - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Vegan Cookies & Cream Caramel Swirl - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Vegan Oat Milk Brown Sugar Chunk - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber, Renal
- Vegan Sicilian Pistachio - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Macrobiotic
- Vegan Chocolate Cookie Dough Honeycomb - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian
Ice Cream Bars
- Toffee Brown Sugar Bar - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Vanilla Caramel Swirl Bar - $12 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Vegan Brown Sugar Honeycomb Bar - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Vegan Triple Chocolate Swirl Bar - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Vegan Vanilla Wildberry Swirl Bar - $12 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Ice Cream Sandwiches
- Honeycomb Caramel Ice Cream Sandwich - $8 Dietary tags: Halal, High-Fiber
- Double Chocolate Cheesecake Ice Cream Sandwich - $8 Dietary tags: Halal, High-Fiber
Bundles
- Best Sellers (Ice Cream) Bundle - $55 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
Frequently Asked Questions about Van Leeuwen
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- Van Leeuwen features a vibrant, pastel-hued, and approachable atmosphere that offers a comfortable setting for casual group gatherings and nostalgic experiences.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- This budget-friendly ($) shop offers good value with balanced portion sizes and a consistent experience, though it maintains a 3.0/5 rating.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Vegan options include banana bread pudding and Sicilian pistachio, while gluten-free choices feature vanilla bean, honeycomb, and strawberry matcha lattes.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Enjoy the approachable atmosphere for casual group gatherings while sampling artisanal ice cream flavors like honeycomb or peanut butter brownie.
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include mango sticky rice, peanut butter brownie honeycomb, malted cookie dough shakes, and marionberry cheesecake.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- The provided information does not specify a physical address, but locations can be found on the restaurant's official website.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- Visitors can expect a budget-friendly, casual atmosphere featuring artisanal ice cream flavors like honeycomb and extensive vegan and gluten-free options.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Guests appreciate the approachable atmosphere and comfortable setting, though the restaurant maintains a moderate 3.0/5 rating for its consistent experience.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The restaurant accommodates mixed diets with vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and nut-free options like Vegan Sicilian Pistachio and Strawberry Matcha Latte.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This budget-friendly American shop stands out for its extensive vegan and plant-based options despite its average 3.0/5 rating.
- Is Van Leeuwen dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Van Leeuwen has 11 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Vegan Triple Chocolate Swirl Bar, Vegan Brown Sugar Honeycomb Bar and Vegan Choc Chip Cookie Dough.
- What can I eat at Van Leeuwen on a dairy-free diet?
- Vegan Triple Chocolate Swirl Bar, Vegan Brown Sugar Honeycomb Bar and Vegan Choc Chip Cookie Dough carry the dairy-free tag, out of 11 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Van Leeuwen have vegan options?
- Yes. 11 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Vegan Triple Chocolate Swirl Bar and Vegan Brown Sugar Honeycomb Bar.
- Is Van Leeuwen gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Van Leeuwen?
- Vegan Oat Milk Brown Sugar Chunk, at roughly 27.9g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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