Zita's Homemade Ice Cream & Italian Ice is one of the only places in the area with fresh, homemade ice cream and a wide selection of both traditional and original flavors. With 32 ice cream flavors and eight Italian ice options, there's sure to be something to please every palette. Most requested by those who frequent this neighborhood spot are Mint Chip, Chocolate Thunder, Kong (as in King Kong)—which mixes banana and peanut flavors—and the shop's original 91716, consisting of vanilla ice cream, caramel, chocolate-covered pretzels and peanut butter. The origins of the unusual numerical name are a well-kept secret. The ice cream store also features seasonal ice cream flavors. In summer 2010, Zita's S'mores flavor took first prize in the People's Choice category at the New Jersey State Ice Cream Festival.
Fans of the frozen treat can enjoy their sweets inside or take them outside to the picnic tables on the patio. Orders can also be placed at the walk-up window, which is accessible from the patio. If you plan to stop by, be prepared with cash or check, as Zita's does not accept credit cards. During the off season, locals will find Zita's transformed into an autumn pumpkin patch and a wintry Christmas tree lot.