70 Years of Mister Softee
A quick history of how Mister Softee became the sound of summer — and how it found its way to your neighborhood.
1956 · PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA
The original swirl
Mister Softee was founded in Philadelphia in 1956 by brothers James and William Conway. After pitching the idea of selling ice cream out of a truck and being turned down by their bosses, the brothers set out on their own- building their first truck out of a garage in West Philly.
On St. Patrick's Day 1956, the first Mister Softee truck hit the streets, serving green soft serve ice cream.
1956
1956 NEW YORK
Mister Softee Arrives in New York
That same year, Steven's great grandfather, Frank Fielder, became the first Mister Softee distributor in New York, beginning a family tradition that would continue for generations.
2000s
1960s-2000s NEW YORK
Expanding Across New York
For the next 70 years, Steven's family helped grow the franchise throughout Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island and Long Island to 350 trucks operating throughout those territories.
NOW
Steven's father later brought Mister Softee beyond the streets of New York, bringing it into stadiums and arenas across the United States and Canada. Today, Mister Softee can be found in more than 30+ Stadiums.
Meet the Owners
Steven Zoly and Joseph Glendenning
Steven Zoly has owned and operated Mister Softee trucks for the last 7 years, serving local neighborhoods, beaches, schools, and events across the North Shore. He continues a tradition that began with his great grandfather in 1956.
Steven partnered with Joseph Glendenning, owner of JC Discount Fuel, to bring Mister Softee to Miller Place. Steven has worked alongside Joe for the last 5+ years delivering oil during the winter.