Also known as water ices, Italian ices are the perfect NYC snack when summer starts rolling in. You’ll find Italian ice spots all over the city, but these five picks below are the best of the best when it comes to this classic Italian dessert. Don't you deserve a little refreshment?

Best of NYC Water Ices: Pasticceria Rocco (West Village): Pasticceria Rocco makes one of the most authentic Italian ices in the city, and they’ve been doing it for over 40 years. Flavors range from traditional lemon, chocolate, and cherry to more innovative flavors such as cremalata and pistachio. Flavors rotate daily, so you’re sure to always be in for a surprise. Stop by between May and September to cool down with one of Rocco’s most beloved, icey sweets. By the way, according to Rocco, “real New Yorkers don’t use spoons with their Italian ices”. 243 Bleecker St., 212-242-6031, roccos.nyc