Some Yelpers are rating this place low for reasons other than the ice cream. I did not grow up on Thrifty Ice Cream so I can't empathize with those who bash on their atmosphere & ambiance. Sorry if it's not like your childhood favorite but as a new avid fan of it, I love this place.
By far, SCOOPS is my favorite place to get ice cream. I love Cotton Candy, Green Tea, Circus Animal, Rainbow Sorbet & Birthday Cake. I could seriously have their ice cream every chance I get.
All in all, I come solely for their ice cream. Crowded or not, I will patiently wait. Sometimes I'l sit inside or at their outside patio but usually I'm just in and out. Servers were never an issue, they're actually quite nice.