Opening hours
Closed · opens 11:00 AM
| Monday | 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
Local time in Houston: 6:34 AM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (832) 582-5750 to confirm.
Location & directions
2565 Amherst StreetHouston, TX 77005
About Van Leeuwen
Located at 2565 Amherst Street in Houston, Texas, Van Leeuwen is an ice cream shop. Our Houston guide covers 2,820 food and drink spots, and this is one of them.
Van Leeuwen is open daily, 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM.
For questions or orders, call (832) 582-5750.
Quick facts
- Category
- Ice Cream Shop
- Address
- 2565 Amherst Street, Houston, TX 77005
- Phone
- (832) 582-5750
- Hours
- Open daily, 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 11 AM on Saturdays; one of the quieter times is around 9 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for ice cream shops and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Van Leeuwen’s weekday schedule with 33 other ice cream shops in Houston. On a typical weekday it opens at 11:00 AM, close to the local norm of 11:00 AM and closes at 11:00 PM, later than 91% of them (typical closing time: 10:00 PM).
In total it is open about 84 hours a week, 7 hours more than the local median of 77. 100% of ice cream shops in Houston open on Sundays, and Van Leeuwen is one of them.
Compared with 33 other ice cream shops in Houston that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for ice cream shops in Texas
Based on 27 menus with 360 priced items from ice cream shops in Texas, the median menu item costs $6.25, and half of all items are priced between $4.50 and $8.70.
We don’t have Van Leeuwen’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what ice cream shops in Texas typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Banana Split | 26% | $8.88 |
| Nachos | 15% | $4.75 |
| Rusas | 11% | $7.25 |
| Mangonada | 11% | $5.95 |
| Frito Pie | 11% | $4.50 |
Calculated from 27 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
What ice cream shops usually offer
Across 372 ice cream shops in our guide with detailed profiles:
- 91% offer delivery
- 46% have dine-in seating
- 78% have a wheelchair-accessible entrance
- 83% are described as good for kids
- 75% accept mobile payments
Ask Van Leeuwen directly at (832) 582-5750 to confirm which of these it offers.
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Van Leeuwen there are 27 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 62 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Cafes & Coffee (11), Burgers & Fast Food (9), American (5), and Pizza (5).
Competition is light: 1 other ice cream shop is within a mile and 8 within three miles. The closest is Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams, 0.2 mi away.
25 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
- Vegetarian & VeganSweetgreen< 0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeStarbucks< 0.1 mi
- PizzaSixty Vines< 0.1 mi
- Burgers & Fast FoodShake Shack< 0.1 mi
- EuropeanEl Meson0.1 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 Van Leeuwen's opening hours?
Open daily, 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM. Monday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM.
Is Van Leeuwen open on Sunday?
Yes, Van Leeuwen is open on Sundays: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM.
Where is Van Leeuwen located?
Van Leeuwen is located at 2565 Amherst Street, Houston, TX 77005.
What is the phone number of Van Leeuwen?
You can call Van Leeuwen at (832) 582-5750.
Is Van Leeuwen open late?
Yes – Van Leeuwen is open until 10 PM or later on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
What else is near Van Leeuwen?
There are 62 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Van Leeuwen. Nearby options include Sweetgreen (< 0.1 mi), Starbucks (< 0.1 mi), and Sixty Vines (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other ice cream shops near Van Leeuwen?
1 other ice cream shop within a mile. The closest is Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams, 0.2 mi away.
How much do ice cream shops in Texas cost?
Based on 27 menus with 360 priced items from ice cream shops in Texas, the median menu item costs $6.25, and half of all items are priced between $4.50 and $8.70.
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