Longtime Friends Take Over Ralph's Italian Ices In Great Neck

Corey Rosen and Dan Schwartz, both Massapequa residents, have known each other for more than two decades and purchased the business just a few weeks ago.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 6:23pm

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Two longtime friends, Corey Rosen and Dan Schwartz, have taken over a Ralph's Famous Italian Ices and Ice Cream shop in Great Neck, New York. The pair, who have known each other since high school, have shared a goal of owning an Italian ice shop together for over a decade. To celebrate their arrival in the community, the owners are offering a buy-one-get-one-50-percent-off promotion from April 10 through April 12.

Why it matters

The story highlights the power of friendship and shared dreams, as well as the continued popularity of Italian ice shops as a community gathering place. It also showcases how small business owners can make an impact by investing in local neighborhoods.

The details

Corey Rosen and Dan Schwartz, both Massapequa residents, have known each other for more than 25 years and recently purchased the Ralph's Famous Italian Ices and Ice Cream shop in Great Neck. The pair are offering a special promotion from April 10 through April 12 to celebrate their arrival in the community, with the shop open daily from 12 to 10 p.m. Rosen said they chose Ralph's because they have always loved the product and admired the company.

  • Rosen and Schwartz purchased the business just a few weeks ago.
  • The special buy-one-get-one-50-percent-off promotion will run from April 10 through April 12.

The players

Corey Rosen

A Massapequa resident who has been friends with Dan Schwartz for over 25 years. Rosen and Schwartz recently purchased the Ralph's Famous Italian Ices and Ice Cream shop in Great Neck.

Dan Schwartz

A Massapequa resident who has been friends with Corey Rosen for over 25 years. Rosen and Schwartz recently purchased the Ralph's Famous Italian Ices and Ice Cream shop in Great Neck.

Ralph's Famous Italian Ices and Ice Cream

A popular Italian ice and ice cream shop that Rosen and Schwartz have purchased in Great Neck, New York.

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What they’re saying

“We chose Ralph's because we have always loved the product and always admired the company and everything they stand for.”

— Corey Rosen, Co-owner

“The most exciting thing has been maintaining our incredible friendship while still learning a lot about each other.”

— Corey Rosen, Co-owner

“For instance, I have known Dan forever, but have seen him in the last couple of weeks be a plumber, an IT specialist, and a handyman.”

— Corey Rosen, Co-owner

“We hope that we can put a smile on everyone's face who walks through the door.”

— Corey Rosen, Co-owner

What’s next

Rosen and Schwartz plan to own additional Ralph's Italian Ices shops on Long Island in the future, continuing to grow their business partnership.

The takeaway

This story highlights the power of friendship and shared dreams, as well as the continued appeal of classic Italian ice shops as community gathering places. It shows how small business owners can make a positive impact by investing in local neighborhoods.