Anopoli Ice Cream Parlor and Family Restaurant

I guess you can call this your neighborhood’s local «Friendlys.» While they call themselves an ice cream parlor, it’s actually an old school diner. Overall, the breakfast/​brunch menu is pretty cheap — under $ 8 for most items and they come in extravagant portions. I ordered the regular pancakes with sausage and I felt I was eating an endless amount of layers of pancake. However, the pancake itself was just ok. I had to request for extra syrup on the side to add more flavor. Of course, you can’t leave this place without ordering a scoop of their homemade ice cream. I really like their peach flavored ice cream and they actually add little bits of peaches in them too. The pistachio flavor was just ok. I can’t say this is my favorite diner in Bay Ridge but it’s certainly a nice option.

Anopoli was a bit off today. I arrived with a friend for lunch and was surprised there were only a handful of people in here. The waitress kept us waiting until she finished her conversation with the other waitress working the counter. Ridiculous. I ordered a feta cheese, tomato, and spinach omelet. The omelet I received had no tomatoes, one small piece of feta cheese, and spinach. Our waitress was completely inattentive; apparently she’s not grateful for the job she has while so many are unemployed these days. She never asked us how the food was and never asked us if we’d like anything else. The check was placed on the table and she disappeared. I also found it ridiculous that no one would remove our dishes when we were done. Afterwards, I went up to the counter and ordered a turkey dinner to take home. When I heated it up in the evening, it was very surprising to me to find rancid meat, and fries that looked as though they were days old. The meal was completely inedible, and I noticed the side of extra gravy I requested was not provided. Never has this occurred before, which is what made it so surprising. I called Manny immediately to alert him so that others don’t get sick on this meat, and I knew he would give me a credit for a future meal. The prices are rising and the quality and service are declining, sadly.

I wanted a ham & cheddar cheese omelette and being unsure of the exact ingredients I couldn’t make one myself. So after years of holding out I finally went to this diner
I ordered an omelette with fries and an English muffin because I’m down to earth and a little pretentious.
The fries arrived coated in plastic like cheese. It was microwaved. Who. Does. That? Of course I ate them. The English muffin was almost raw. Yup. Ate that too. The ham and cheddar cheese omelette was ok, still unsure about what’s in that, but down it went.
Our waiter was overly tall which is always off putting. He also did not share any personal information which makes me think he was hiding something. I started fearing for my life and didn’t want to physically fight another overly tall waiter.
I’m glad I satisfied my curiosity for a business I’ve passed many, many times, but won’t be going there again. Unless it gets trendy. Then I’m there like stupid on a primary voter.

Solid 4 out of 5
Tried the brunch and dessert menu.
Good:
Steak and Eggs, Eggs Benedict, Homefries, Toast
Ice Cream, Toppings, Décor, Throwback Diner
Large portions!
Reasonable prices.
Bad:
Corned Beef Hash was slightly burnt
Ice Cream and Topping selection weren’t huge at the moment
Food was great at first, but portions were large, so if you don’t like to eat a lot, the taste goes away as the belly fills up.
Would definitely recommend, would invite more people next time, would try their lunch and dinner menu next time.

I love this place. I take my kids every christmas when we go to visit the lights at Dyker Heights. The burgers are great but the homemade ice cream is great. I love the décor because it is like an old fashion ice cream parlor.

This 100+ year old diner offers everything homemade-​to-​order, including their ice creams and pies. Truly local and friendly. It a #goodeat and a time-​travel to a place where simple is beautiful :)

DO NOT ORDER HERE.
I order waffles with extra strawberries and icecream on the side. The Ice cream was on the cold mushy waffles with barely any strawberries. It’s absolutely disgusting and disappointing. Also, my son is lactose intolerant so he couldn’t even eat his meal. Never ordering from here again. When I called to complain their employee gave me attitude and was not helpful. Horrible business.

My favorite place for breakfast post-​partying. Great staff and the food is always good and quick. I still need to come back in the evening sometime to try their much raved about ice cream. Cash only.

Anapoli is a cool old school diner that is easy to miss. I have eaten here a few times and always pretty happy. Service is very friendly and they will always make sure your cup of coffee is filled! Apparently they also make their own ice cream.
The best part is that they have a pretty unexpected backyard. It is very no frills-​plastic patio furniture and gravel floor, but its a great cheap option to sit outdoors when the weather allows. Otherwise, the indoor space is traditional with diner booths and tables and looks like it hasn’t been redone in decades to maintain the history.
I usually get pancakes when I come here, and the serving is pretty generous-​I can never finish it! It’s the type of place that has been around so long, you know there must be regulars and that the staff has probably been there a while.
You also barely notice it, but the kitchen is open which is always a good thing.

Their ice creams are great! Nice portions & great flavors to pick from. didn’t try much of their food. But overall their knows best for their ice cream, which is a must try for everyone!

This place is misclassified. It’s actually a diner. And a really good one as far as diners go: kind local waiters, great morning staples, and in the age of gourmet everything, a super great deal. The furniture is dated as are the patrons and staff: all part of the charm. If you come expecting farm to table organic everything, you’ll be sorely disappointed. If you want a no nonsense place to get some eggs and coffee, come on down: you’ve found your Mecca.

Anopoli is an ice cream parlor through and through, and it might show up by the counter but the seating lends itself more or less a diner, like many in this neighborhood, are adorned by picture frame of their past accolades.
Although I can’t say I came here for diner food, I did indulge in what many would consider one of the largest sundaes one can finish in one sitting. (We had two people). We sat in a booth and ordered it. Within some 5 – 10 minutes, our sundae was ready and it was magnificently huge. With our choice of sauces, and three scoops of ice cream, it was hard to discern one flavor from another other than the banana and the whipped cream. So although we enjoyed our sundae overall, it didn’t rock my world.
I’ll still come here again to try their regular menu.

An old-​school diner complete with sassy waitresses and cash-​only payments. If you like being greeted by multiple people when you walk into a restaurant and looking at pictures of 1920s NYC, this is your spot. The brunch prices are a little higher than expected, but my waffle + strawberries + ice cream + whipped cream was good. The other food is fine (there’s croutons in the chicken caesar salad wrap?) but nothing outstanding.

Just had a pleasant dinner. Service was good and the food were large portion and you can see that they cooked with their heart. Will come back to try their breakfast and dessert.

I was there yesterday.
The check didn’t seem right, and my guest asked the server about it.
The employee whispered that the rates had been jacked up for Mother’s Day, without any notice to the customers. The prices on the menu were intentionally wrong yesterday.
I do not trust them and will not go back.
The food is very ordinary, not as good as the average diner.

My go to breakfast spot. I moved to Bay Ridge just over a year ago and one of the first things I wanted to establish was a breakfast spot for myself.
This place is old school brooklyn. Everything from the décor, menu, and service people. I usually come for the breakfast and i’ve never not been satisfied. I’ve even come for St. Patricks day and their Corn Beef and Cabbage was very good.
They also are a good dessert spot too. They have homemade ice cream, fresh pies, shakes, and even a good Chocolate Egg Cream (so hard to find nowadays)
If youre in Bay Ridge and youre looking for a good cheap eat, check this place out.
Tip: It’s Cash only!

I’ve been coming to Anapoli for years now and every time is just as great. Whether customers are first timers or regulars, Manny the owner greets everyone that walks through the door like an old friend. The waiters are super friendly and attentive.
I love diner food and this is definitely my favorite diner in NYC (coming from a native New Yorker)! The grilled cheese, the Texas burger, mozzarella sticks, french toast, soup of the day, all of it is great and I always leave stuffed. The ice cream, waffles, shakes and other desserts are AMAZING. No matter how full I am I always have room for something. Manny makes some great combinations and it’s always a surprise. Definitely come here for the classic diner feel, good food, and friendly conversation!

Stopped by this place for lunch. Upon entering you could see the 1950s décor which is pretty cool and see the wall where there were numerous news article saying how good they were. You could also see display sample of their banana splits, milkshake and their different floats. Their booth seating was tight due to the establishment being so old, probably because people were smaller and thinner back then.
Had their Texas burger, tuna melt, and fried filet of sole. Texas burger was ok. A little tasteless, the patty was not seasoned. The tuna melt was delicious. Tasted fresh and gave a big portion. Fried filet of sole was good. Tasted really fresh but did not come with tartar sauce. The side that it came with was some zucchini and mash potatoes. Mash potatoes tasted like those from powder and the zucchini was ok. Ordered a lime rickey. Looked weird and tasted like it was made with artificial syrup. The cokes that we had also didn’t taste like coke. Maybe like those artificial coke or generic brand. In the end we ordered a banana split with pistachio and vanilla flavored ice cream. Tasted ok and wasn’t as amazing as how other people made it seem. Had better from other places and wasn’t really impressed.
Service was good and quick. Going to give this place another chance. Going to try their milkshake and waffles next time.

I am a long time foodie and go out of my way for a great bite to eat or drink. I don’t usually do Unilocal reviews; i’ll typically go to a place and tell an owner privately what I thought of the dining experience and then relay it to my friends who also are foodies. Well I am here to tell you the experience i had here with my wife today was exceptional. Say hello to some of the best ice cream in the city, and in my opinion, certainly the best in Brooklyn.
We drove in from Long Island to check this place out b/​c i’ve consistently heard good things. The environment is early 1900s style… a little grimey and lived-​in but with a clean kitchen area… just how I like it. The owner immediately struck up a conversation with us at the table, then a new waiter in training took our order. We only came in for the ice cream, but lemme tell you… we got more than we ever expected.
My wife and I shared a waffle hot fudge sundae with fresh fudge, strawberries and whipped cream. I ordered a strawberry frosted shake (not just pink ice cream, mind you… REAL strawberries blended into handmade vanilla ice cream) that was to die for. As we were snacking on our treats, the owner and I started talking again about food and desserts we love, and out of the blue, he’s giving me a taste of the orange soda syrup he has on tap and mixed with 7-up…he made an egg cream and gave me a taste that was HEAVENLY, just over the top. You must try it for that true feeling of delicious nostalgia.
Final summation? You’re missing out if you don’t give Anopoli a shot. I saw reviews on here talking about how the owner is abusive toward his staff… but if you truly appreciate food and what something is supposed to taste and be served like, you expect nothing but the best out of those working for you. I totally get that, though honestly I didn’t hear a slighted word toward anyone. I can’t wait to go back.

While it might be universally recognized as an ice cream parlor, Anopoli screams more «diner» than anything else. Family friendly and a neighborhood staple, it is about as local as it gets. It is a good spot for weekend family gatherings, weekday lunch or early dinner options, and summer ice cream treats.
The diner fare seems to be consistent, if not average as most other diners in the area. I haven’t found their breakfast platters to be remarkable and the same would apply for anything burger related. The prices are fair for Bay Ridge, which is especially appealing considering the rising costs of the hood.
From my perspective, they thrive on two things: customer service and dessert. The staff is usually full of smiles and very warm throughout the service. They work hard to keep everyone engaged, even if the hot food isn’t all the rage. Desserts include their renowned frappes, shakes, splits, and of course, ice cream. While kids might get a kick out of it more than most adults, anyone with a sweet tooth and aversion to the hot weather might find their assorted flavors a fabulous option.
The old school décor and the charming patrons also deserve a nod in the experience. Even as the neighborhood undergoes a new makeover of gentrification, it’s the über local spots like Anopoli that presents another glimpse of eateries that are frozen in time.