Opening hours
Closed · opens 1:00 PM
| Monday | 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Thursday | 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Friday | 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Saturday | 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
| Sunday | 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM |
Local time in Brooklyn: 7:26 AM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (347) 889-5789 to confirm.
About Malai
Located at 268 Smith St in Brooklyn, New York, Malai is an ice cream shop. It's part of our guide to 3,238 restaurants, cafes and bars in Brooklyn.
Malai is open daily, 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Guests can choose from 42 menu items across 3 sections, including Ice Cream Pints, Ice Cream Desserts, and Merchandise. Listed prices range from $6.00 to $55.00, with a typical item around $12.95. Dishes worth a look include Banana Peanut Butter Garam Masala, Gulab Jamun Ice Cream Cake, and Malai Cookbook.
Service options include delivery, in-store pickup, in-store shopping, onsite services, and takeout. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual and trendy. It is especially popular for solo dining.
Accessibility features: wheelchair accessible entrance and wheelchair accessible parking lot. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. You can reach the team at (347) 889-5789.
Quick facts
- Category
- Ice Cream Shop
- Address
- 268 Smith St, Brooklyn, NY 11231
- Phone
- (347) 889-5789
- Hours
- Open daily, 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Menu
- 42 items · $6.00–$55.00
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 3 PM on Saturdays; one of the quieter times is around 8 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for ice cream shops and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Malai’s weekday schedule with 31 other ice cream shops in Brooklyn. On a typical weekday it opens at 1:00 PM, later than most (the typical opening time is 11:00 AM) and closes at 10:00 PM, in line with the typical 10:00 PM.
In total it is open about 63 hours a week, 21 hours fewer than the local median of 84. 100% of ice cream shops in Brooklyn open on Sundays, and Malai is one of them.
Compared with 31 other ice cream shops in Brooklyn that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for ice cream shops in New York
Based on 26 menus with 914 priced items from ice cream shops in New York, the median menu item costs $5.00, and half of all items are priced between $3.15 and $9.50.
At Malai the median listed price is $12.95, higher than the typical $5.00 for ice cream shops in New York.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Vanilla | 31% | $5.25 |
| Banana Split | 31% | $11.75 |
| Milkshake | 19% | $9.00 |
Calculated from 26 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
Service options
- Delivery
- In-store pickup
- In-store shopping
- Onsite services
- Takeout
Popular for
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Dining options
- Table service
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Trendy
Planning
- Quick visit
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Malai there are 93 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 425 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (93), Bars & Pubs (43), Burgers & Fast Food (39), and Pizza (29).
Competition is healthy: 4 other ice cream shops are within a mile and 42 within three miles. The closest is The Chocolate Room, 0.1 mi away.
180 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Asian & PacificSoboku< 0.1 mi
- ThaiThaism< 0.1 mi
- Bars & PubsBar Great Harry< 0.1 mi
- EuropeanBar Bête< 0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeCotton Bean< 0.1 mi
What to expect at an ice cream shop
This group brings together bakeries, donut shops, ice cream parlors, frozen yogurt shops, dessert cafes, candy stores and specialty sweet shops. Bakeries usually open early and sell their best items before noon, while ice cream and dessert shops are busiest in the evening and on warm weekends.
What to order
- Croissants or morning pastries – freshest early in the day
- Donuts – classic glazed is the benchmark
- Cookies and cupcakes – easy to share or take home
- Pan dulce or Asian buns – bakery specialties from other traditions
Good to know
- Arrive early for the full selection; popular items sell out.
- Order celebration cakes several days ahead.
- Many bakeries discount day-old bread and pastries in the afternoon.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Malai's opening hours?
Open daily, 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Monday: 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Tuesday: 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Wednesday: 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Thursday: 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Friday: 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Saturday: 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Sunday: 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Is Malai open on Sunday?
Yes, Malai is open on Sundays: 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Where is Malai located?
Malai is located at 268 Smith St, Brooklyn, NY 11231.
What is the phone number of Malai?
You can call Malai at (347) 889-5789.
Does Malai offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Malai offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: delivery, in-store pickup, in-store shopping, onsite services, and takeout.
How much does it cost to eat at Malai?
Menu prices range from $6.00 to $55.00.
Does Malai take reservations?
Reservations are not listed; Malai may be walk-in only.
Is Malai wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair accessible entrance and wheelchair accessible parking lot.
Is Malai open late?
Yes – Malai is open until 10 PM or later on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
What else is near Malai?
There are 425 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Malai. Nearby options include Soboku (< 0.1 mi), Thaism (< 0.1 mi), and Bar Great Harry (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other ice cream shops near Malai?
4 other ice cream shops within a mile. The closest is The Chocolate Room, 0.1 mi away.
How much do ice cream shops in New York cost?
Based on 26 menus with 914 priced items from ice cream shops in New York, the median menu item costs $5.00, and half of all items are priced between $3.15 and $9.50.
