Mac's Drive In Ice Cream

Malik B

2023-05

Come for the ice cream but do not come for the food. The fries were never cooked all the way through and the cheese and meat sauce isn’t good(mac fries). The Mac burger is disgusting. I had better burgers from Stewart’s. Ice cream is a yes but the food itself is horrible. Avoid that at all costs. I paid $25 for this and I regret it.

Elizabeth Rhymer

2023-05

We stumbled upon Mac’s when we were killing time before an event. Have tried numerous places for ice cream in the area but this place has risen to the top of our favorites. This review is solely about their Italian Ice and Sorbet. I can’t speak to the rest of the delicious-sounding menu. The homemade lemon ice is really good but even better is the creamy delicious homemade mango sorbet. We are huge fans!! I want some now! Doesn’t this photo make you want to go get some now? It should! You should!

Nick Hall

2023-05

Nice local ice cream spot. Their soft serve is super smooth and creamy. Good portions for the cost. Got a chance to chat with one of the owners when we stopped by. She was super friendly and very knowledgeable about all the details of what makes great soft serve and very knowledgeable about allergen info. They make all of their own ice cream with raw ingredients and it's obvious they have a passion for what they do. We will definitely continue visiting Mac's

Sheila Williams

2023-05

We went there today to get a ice cream cone, I asked for a soft coffee cone, small. I think they gave me a kiddie cone I never saw one this small and the girl charged me 4.98. I was totally shocked at the size, we use to go there all the time, I will never go back, the size of the cone and the price I could of bought a half gallon at Stewart's. I will never go back

Brandon Brown

2023-08

Went today and had the best double cheeseburgers I’ve had in a long time and the fried dough with soft serve was incredible. The service was friendly and welcoming too.

tough n tiny

2020-05

I no longer live in the area. Has been more than a year since I have been there, but I thought they deserved a review. This was my favorite ice cream on the planet. The best home made ice cream in the world. I would order the mint chocolate chip, and it was so creamy and delicious, the chocolate chips so unique-large chips! Hearty portion and reasonably priced. Pleasant service and nice, peaceful atmosphere.

Wanda L.

2022-05

Grilled Chicken Sandwich was "okay"...needed to be grilled more.Hand-cut fries were better than regular fries. Neither were greasy!Friendly staff! Service was fast! Prices were good!!Couldn't eat outside because of little flying green bugs. 😣

Maggie Palmeri

2022-05

Ice cream and food used to be top notch, new owners took over a couple of year ago and now it’s a travesty. The ice cream is gummy and loaded with ice crystals and the “hand cut fries” were cold, sad looking with one plop of cheese. Some place we use to frequent, and we tried again but now we know ilia wasn’t a fluke, it’s just not good anymore.

Mike Catanzaro

2022-05

It was good ice cream for the price. 5 stars because it is worth a visit.

Pyretta Blaze

2017-05

Love this place! Wish it was open all year round! It's great if you don't have a lot of money and want to take your kids to play on the rides. There is also a park right nearby if you don't have the money for the rides, which are just quarter operated kiddie rides. They also have a great vegetarian burger and awesome hot dogs. Quality food and delicious ice cream at affordable prices.

Sarah St Denis

2021-05

First time coming here was told the ice cream sundae’s were big. Nope very small. My husband ordered banana split there were no bananas in it he ordered pistachio ice cream it was sour tasting. My son ordered extra Carmel which I paid for and there was no Carmel on his. Definitely will not come here again for what we paid we should have got what we ordered and was told about size. Go to snowman’s Spend the same amount, order same thing and actually get what we ordered. Angry 😡

Donna Hamlin

2023-08

I love their chocolate ice cream. I think it's some of the best around. It's better than Guptill's, in my opinion.

James

2021-05

Your business really needs to step up, especially selling mostly ice cream. I just spent at least 20 minutes waiting in line with just one person in front of me to place an order, then when they did get it it was to go and I’d say without exaggeration 1 item came out of the window every 5 minutes, for a total of 3. poor customer service and very slow service . Hopefully people read this and go somewhere else for a more pleasant ice cream experience.

Kim Perry

2020-05

Great ice cream both hard and soft. Friendly staff.Update...new owner, new untrained staff, portions are smaller and sundaes have less toppings. Inside tables and chairs are not kept clean. Disappointing we used to love Mac's.

Mia Whitaker

2021-05

Macs is a great treat when it’s nice and hot, it’s good to take ur children there great service but some time long of a wait. Overall is really good nice and clean. U also can order food but to me I don’t really think it’s the best.. but ice cream and the fried dough and very thing definitely a 5 for me. Highly recommend to go there if ur getting some treats...

Raymond C

2023-08

I stop by here once a week. Really great ice cream and fast service. Friendly workers too!Update 2 years later: Still the best ice cream in the area!

Bill Broughton

2019-05

To be honest I've only ever been here once and had one ice cream cone so the five star review is based on that one experience and the fact that they had the friendliest service around. I've learned that friendly service is not something people take pride in around the capital region so I really appreciate it when places in the service industry actually pride themselves on service. I will be back!

Reed Alexander

2019-05

Hidden gem of Watervliet. Best brown burger of the capital region, hands down. And they serve Ice-cream. Price is dirt cheep, quality is surprisingly amazing, staff is great. This is a seasonal place though. When it opens, get your grease on as much as possible. Before you know it, they're closed again.

Colleen Robideau-Berkery

2018-05

Best cook ever, always happy to be cooking and share a hello when he can. The staff is cheery, happy and provide a fun atmosphere. It is impossible not to leave with a smile.🍦🍔🌭 Best ice cream and food in the area.

Tara (Tara)

2017-05

Absolutely amazing burger!Big and thick the way they should be with amazing prices!Definitely a great spot to stop plus the staff is super friendly and helpful. The cook was great!Thanks for such wonderful food.Try the fries as well!!!!

M Desormeau

2023-08

Same name, can't be the same owners, things have changed, food quality different, it's okay, but that cherry on top isn't

Dave Dupont

2019-05

Local homemade ice cream and soft serve. The soft serve coffee/blck raspberry and the hard pumpkin (seasonal) are my favorites.Font forget to get a ice cream punch card . Double stamps on Monday and Tuesdays.Update went today and the ice cream was good but the portions size is alot smaller than last season. Disappointed.

Pete Mason

2020-05

Mac's has some of the best homemade ice cream, period. The soft serve raspberry is fantastic, but really all their ice cream is. The grill has some tasty food and a perfect environment inside or out to enjoy your meal. Set in a quiet neighborhood, Mac's is a gem of Watervliet and one you definitely need to visit if you're in the area!

Owen Barnes

2018-05

Walked in to the wonderful scent of homemade waffle cones being made on premises by "Nana." They were helpful and patient with my little guy (autism, difficulty communicating what he wants sometimes) and all three kids really loved their desserts. Nana even came out to suggest that my little guy might have an easier time with a shorter cup as he was struggling with the large one. We had fun playing foosball and playing on the coin-op rides too. There's also a playground across the street if your young ones get rambunctious. Great place, good food, nice people, not expensive at all.

David Roberts

2018-05

Great local place with delicious food and homemade ice cream and ices at low prices and big portions. Daily specials that would surprise you including corned beef and cabbage! Regular menu includes hot dogs, burgers, fish fry, homemade fries, etc.

Katie Seymour

2021-05

Kind staff, good eats, affordable prices, with a covered area to sit outside and relax! Across the street there's a playground which I think makes this quick stop that much sweeter, though the ice cream helps with that too🍦

Slip Knot

2022-05

Burger was a frozen patty, not much flavor. Hand cut fries were good. Ice cream had good consistency but not that flavorful.

Lynne Johns

2022-05

Ice cream was good, service was horrible. It was a Saturday night there were less than 10 people in line and it took forever. Their soft serve is still delicious though.

Alexa Whyte

2023-11

Ice cream is GREAT! But a little pricey.

Ebony JOHNSON

2021-05

Quick service and staff aren't afraid to remind people to adhere to social distancing! Ground marked to help patrons know where to stand! Smooth ice cream and my fries were hot and cheesy!