Maroons Ice Cream Shop Closes in Hoboken
The local ice cream shop shutters its Hoboken location as its lease nears its final months.
Updated on Oct. 24, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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The Maroons ice cream shop has closed its doors in Hoboken. This closure comes as the business lease for the location was set to expire in December 2026.
Why it matters
The decision to close was driven by the nearing lease end date, with the landlord opting to pursue a different concept for the property. While the Hoboken location has shuttered, the company continues to operate its Ridgewood shop.
The Hoboken site lease was scheduled to conclude in December 2026. The company maintains its Ridgewood location, which originally opened in 2024.
The players
Maroons
This is an ice cream business that operates multiple locations in New Jersey including a site in Ridgewood.
The details
The Hoboken storefront has officially ceased operations following the landlord's decision to utilize the space for an alternative purpose. This closure follows a trend of activity among dessert vendors on Washington Street, which recently saw the shuttering of Il Laboratorio del Gelato at 500 Washington St. as well as the arrivals of Odd Fellows on First Street and Van Leeuwen at 537 Washington St.
Timeline
Il Laboratorio del Gelato opened in 2022.
The Maroons Ridgewood location opened in 2024.
Il Laboratorio del Gelato closed on July 7, 2026.
The Hoboken Maroons ice cream shop closed in October 2026.
The original lease for the Hoboken shop was set to end in December 2026.
Market Landscape
The closure of this shop reflects the ongoing retail turnover along Washington Street, where dessert brands frequently open and shutter. This shuffle maintains the area's status as a high-density zone for ice cream competition between established and new vendors.
Local residents looking for ice cream options on Washington Street will now need to visit nearby competitors like Van Leeuwen or Odd Fellows. The change marks the end of the brand's presence in the city while the Ridgewood store remains unaffected.
The takeaway
Retail spaces in high-traffic corridors like Washington Street often undergo rapid transitions as landlords seek to refresh their tenant mix. Residents should keep an eye on local real estate listings if they are curious about what new business might replace the vacant storefront.
Further reading
For more on local business changes, check out the latest updates in Hoboken Openings & Closings.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Patch.
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