The Most Scrumptious Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt in Boston

Twist & Shake

★★★★☆ 4.3 (78) • $

Honeycomb Creamery

★★★★☆ 4.1 (435) • $$

"Returned while in the area for some desert even though it was freezing out haha.Today we got a small, two scoops of honey salted caramel crackle and a small PB fudge crackle with pawpaw lime sherbet.I think the lady's salted caramel crackle one was the best. The peanut butter with fudge bits in there was also yummy! I wasn't too big of a fan personally of the paw paw lime, got mostly lime (which is fine) not enough pawpaw haha.Got mine with a waffle cone on top and we were off!Will be back (oh yes they have a mystery flavor you can try in store and then write down your guess of what that flavor may be!"

Helados Juli's Frozen Dessert

★★★★★ 4.7 (45)

"Came here with my friend after dinner. We shared a salpicon with vanilla ice cream and an obleas. The salpicon came with a variety of fresh fruits with some fruit juice and a scoop of ice cream on top. It was refreshing but also delicately sweet. The obleas was like a wafer sandwich with a spread of dulce de leche, condense milk and some cheese. It is more of a savory dessert because of the cheese and is a little dry as all the condense milk ended up in the bottom of the holder. But a bite of both together is what really makes it a game changer. What's even better is it's location by a park and the airport train station. Would love to come again to try more items from their menu."

Toscanini's Ice Cream

★★★★★ 4.7 (54)

"Whenever I'm back in Boston, I make sure to stop by at Toscanini's to get my favorite combo of earl grey and kulfi. Even after four years and through a pandemic, the quality of the ice cream is still phenomenal!Don't stress about the line, make sure you stop by and grab an ice cream cone or two!"

Far Out Ice Cream

★★★★☆ 4.2 (172) • $$

"This was a very cute and interesting place serving New Zealand style ice cream. There are kiosks in the back of the place where you can customize your order. They gave options of different fruits to blend and different bases to choose from. After you order, they would call you up when your order is ready. This type of ice cream isn't my style but it's definitely worth a try. It is definitely a cute place and there is plenty of seating available both inside and outside the place."

Gracie's Ice Cream

★★★★☆ 3.5 (179) • $

"The ice cream here is amazing, creamy with a light flavor. My family of 6 all enjoyed the flavors we chose. Kids loved the fluff cones (coated with marshmallow fluff). Small interior, so it's a bit tight inside when there is a line. Outdoor seating only. The ladies who helped us were nice. Can get Gracie's merch as well. Don't pay attention to the negative reviews--they all seem to be from Covid times."

Crescent Ridge

★★★★☆ 4.4 (67) • $$

Matcha Café Maiko

★★★★★ 4.6 (263) • $$

"Absolutely loved this place! I came on a weeknight and it was pretty busy, so be warned. They have a decent amount of seating, but since the shop is located in a nice area, you could always take it to go, maybe even to the rose garden nearby.So many fun choices for ice cream. We decided we wanted to try all 4 main flavors so we got swirls for both! Everything was delicious, including the cones. Highly recommend stopping by if you're into matcha or hojicha!"

FoMu Ice Cream

★★★★☆ 3.8 (12)

Caffe Lil Italy

★★★★☆ 3.7 (84) • $

"A simple but picture perfect cafe on an out of the way corner on Boston's North End, Caffe Lil Italy is a nice spot for morning coffee and Italian vibes in the neighborhood. We enjoyed lattes in the corner window seat. With views of the Old North Church and nonnas making their way with groceries down the crooked streets, it was enough to make you think you were in Europe and not Boston."

Fort Point Market

★★★★☆ 4.2 (47)

"Hidden gem beer market with loads of wine to boot. Organized by style - from seasonal radlers and shandies to timeless high-gravity concoctions - it's a densely packed den of local and near-local crafts. I found several faves including a fresh batch of Maine Beer's Lunch just out and in the cooler, as opposed to stored in stock and avail in limited supply.Prices are reasonable, with tall boy four-packs averaging out at $11-12. Killer spot, and well worth a stop when in Rome."

Cha Yen Thai Cookery

★★★★★ 4.5 (463) • $$

"Great Thai food - I had to exercise some serious restraint to not finish my green curry because I wanted a portion for leftovers for the next day. The inside is not very big so if you don't want to wait for a table, suggest coming during the early hours. We tried the corn cake as an appetizer. It was pretty good, though the individual corn nuggets got stuck in my back molars. Loved the spicy peanut dipping sauce that came with it. My green curry was seriously one of the best iterations of the dish I've had in a while. Good coconut flavor, packed with veggies (eggplant, string bean, carrot, zucchini), and the tofu I ordered as a protein soaked up so much of the flavor. They offer lunch/dinner portions for the curries. I picked mild for spiciness because I'm a total wimp and it was still pretty spicy for me (so just know their "regular" may actually be quite a kick). The pepper signs on the menu are pretty accurate. I also can't pass up homemade ice creams, especially with black sesame as an option. It nailed the black sesame flavor (i.e., not too sweet) but the texture was a bit too icy and hard to spoon. Next time, I may skip the ice creams and save the stomach room for more of the appetizers/entrees. Next time: the tom yum noodle soup, the crab fried rice. Parking: street options available."

FoMu

★★★★☆ 4.4 (330) • $$

"After enjoying a delightful dinner, we were in search of the perfect sweet treat to cap off our evening, and FoMu in Boston delivered just that. What sets this place apart is its commitment to being all vegan, which was a refreshing and welcomed change. Vegan ice cream tends to be gentler on the stomach, but sometimes it can fall short in the flavor department compared to traditional dairy ice cream. However, FoMu proved to be a worthy contender.From the moment we walked in, the service was excellent, and the ambiance was charmingly no-frills. But what truly stole the spotlight was the ice cream itself. I'd highly recommend going for the small size because you won't want to miss out on trying as many flavors as possible.Every flavor we sampled was exceptional. The peanut butter chocolate cookie, with its rich and creamy texture, was a heavenly indulgence. The key lime pie flavor was a refreshing burst of tangy sweetness, and the whoopie pie was pure nostalgia in a scoop. FoMu's vegan ice cream not only meets but often exceeds the flavors of its dairy counterparts.As you stroll through the lovely Seaport district in Boston, do yourself a favor and make a pit stop at FoMu. Whether you're a vegan enthusiast or simply in search of high-quality, delicious ice cream, this spot is a must-visit. It's proof that you don't need dairy to create an ice cream experience that truly satisfies the palate."

YoCha

★★★★☆ 3.7 (291) • $

FoMu Ice Cream

★★★★☆ 4.3 (56)

"Let's be honest - if you know, you know :)This place has some of the best damn ice cream I've ever had, vegan or not. The ice cream sundae is super fun and the texture of the ice cream is unreal. Both vegan and non-vegan friends alike love this place and call it elite ice cream. Go FoMu!!"

Insomnia Cookies

★★★★☆ 3.6 (5)

"The female employee was extremely kind and welcoming! We tried their peanut butter and cookie dough ice cream and they were both delicious!! I wish the peanut butter cups weren't as hard though!"

Earnest Drinks

★★★★☆ 4.2 (25)

"I can't speak to the drinks but I love the flight of ice cream deal they had! So worth it. It was 13 dollars for SIX scoops of Gracie's ice cream! Loved all the flavors we got - coffee, cookies and cream, pandan, ube, sweet cream, strawberry.The service is slow during the day (he is by himself during the day time) but I very much respect how hard the guy works. He bartends, is the cash register, cooks the food, and scoops the ice cream. What a trooper. Even though he was so busy, he was very friendly."

BerryLine

★★★★☆ 4.4 (656) • $

"yummy ice cream, lots of options for sizes, clearly displayed prices, good customer service- all 5 stars from me(this review is based on my experience a few years ago before I moved away and back.. I'm going to have to revisit ASAP to see if anythings changed!"

Slush King

★★★★★ 4.8 (33) • $$

"Shocking to find such smooth, delicious gelato at a very inexpensive price. Try the amaretto!"

Tipping Cow Homemade Ice Cream

★★★★☆ 4.2 (118) • $

Christina's Homemade Ice Cream

★★★★☆ 4.1 (832) • $

Chaji Creamery

★★★★☆ 4.2 (103) • $$$

"Went on a whim after dinner and it was quiet when we walked in but with a single staff and a DoorDash order and another group to order got busy/tight in the space fast. The staff handled it well though and the Sundae was delicious."

Sweet Sip

★★★★☆ 4.1 (84) • $$

"My favorite place for Thai tea! The staff is always friendly and accommodating with my orders."

Toscanini's Ice Cream

★★★★☆ 4.4 • $$

"I've been wanting to try this place, and I'm glad I was able to stop in. So many interesting flavors, but I had to go with the salted caramel. Sweet and salty with a smooth consistency. It fulfilled my ice cream craving and was wishing I got a bigger size! Check this place out if you are in the Cambridge area!"

Andalus Pizza & Cafe

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (103) • $

"Andalus is a solid spot for take out or a very casual dine in (I'd recommend taking out though). The pizza is not fancy, it's not artisanal, it's not trying to be anything except, good, solid take-out pizza. And I respect that. I'm not saying that you should go out of your way to get Andalus pizza. But if you're in the area, and want a pie, this should be your spot. The last thing I'll say is that I came here on a Friday night once and knew that I was driving to Vermont early the next morning. There was a major snowstorm, and my car was parked around the corner, so I asked the dude working if I could borrow a shovel. He was like: "Absolutely my friend!". He even asked if I needed any help shoveling out my car. What a guy. That's pretty much the best you can hope for from a neighborhood pizza joint. Andalus, I salute you."

The Bittersweet Shoppe on Newbury

★★★★★ 4.5 (122)

"Such a quaint shop. We picked up a cinnamon roll, and it was probably one of the best I've had. Drenched with cream cheese frosting. It reminded me of something out of a Harry Potter movie."

Frio Rico

★★★★★ 4.5 (62) • $

"Looking for imported groceries from Peru? Frio Rico has all the goods you are looking for. It is tucked away in a small corner on Bennington st... although it is tough to find parking, you find what you need right away, making it a quick stop. If you love shaved ice (minutas), ice cream and natural fruit juices, they have delicious and authentic flavors all typically eaten in Peru. Flavors such as Lucuma, Chirimoya, Guanabana, Maracuya are just (some) of the popular flavors in Peru. Chirimoya is my fav for sure, perfect for the summer time. If you are a dessert type of person, try the alfajor (or) alfajores if you want more than one-which in this case I encourage more than one, they are so so good. I became a fan of the alfajores sold here because they were massive and had a thick amount of dulce de leche (manjar blanco) in the middle. They also have Peruvian candy, desserts, ingredients used to make Peruvian dishes, frozen foods and a lot more. You will undoubtedly find what you need at a great price, even if you are simply just in search for some great ice cream during the summer."

Baja Box

★★★★☆ 4 (128)

"Dude! believe the hype, man!One of my good work friend that's been trying to get me to try this place too long, after a couple of trips to Wolly Beach I finally made it in here, and I can see why he spoke so highly of this place. are these the best tacos I've ever had? No, and alas, my search for the perfect taco continues, still this distract you from the fact hands are seriously freakin' good!When I was indecisive Beef Barbacoa and Pork Carnitas, my server recommended the Carnitas, so Carnitas it is!. Let me tell you: they do not skimp on the meat! there's a generous amount there, but not so much that the taco falls apart at first bite. The meat was cooked well and just the right amount of juicy. However, my critique is that while the toppings and sauces did a nice job complimenting the taco I would have liked a little more seasoning in the meat, although to be fair there is S & P available if you choose to add it.The toppings complimented the tacos superbly, they added just enough flavor to give the tacos some pop, but not so much as to overwhelm. they added some freshness, some creaminess, and the onions added a little bit of crunch. My only criticism here is that I would have liked just a tiny bit more onions. I like more crunch and bursts of freshness offered by onions, but I realize that this is somewhat of a personal taste.Still, I was not expecting this level of quality especially from a small shop like this. There is limited window seating available inside, and there is some outdoor seating."

Forge Baking Company

★★★★☆ 3.8 (257) • $$

"The ice cream isn't cheap, but it's good! The coffee was very strongly and well flavored, and the ice cream was definitely on the chewy side, but in a pleasant way. There were a few small lumps, which kept it from being a full five stars, but definitely worth a stop!"

Code 10

★★★★☆ 3.7 (129)

"Hubby and stopped in for a quick bite before we had a day of site seeing.The owner was so welcoming and helpful when choosing something from the menu. Speaking of the menu, there were so many options to choose from. He was happy to accommodate me with switching out bread and condiments.What I noticed was the owner treated everyone the same when they walked the door, with his welcoming smile and ready to take an orderWe left full, happy and with a promise to return when we come back to Boston."

Broadway Dairy Maid

★★★★☆ 4.1 (61) • $

"This is a local family-owned ice cream parlor that has been opened in Everett since the 1980's. Stopped by here earlier this week and picked up a mini pistachio soft serve ($4.50) after dinner nearby which I enjoyed! Not a lot of places serve pistachio soft serve so i was very happy that they had this on their menu! Looking forward to make a trip back here soon so that I can try out their banana soft serve as well as some of their other ice creams."

Belle's Burgers and Ice Cream

★★★★☆ 3.8 (446) • $$

""Yeehaw" was the first word that popped in my head when I walked into this establishment! this has a nice western theme to it and they have a great selections of burgers in terms of meat Angus ,grass fed,impossible burger. I really enjoyed my Angus burger with Swiss cheese and onions, and I literally woofed it down they also had the fresh sweet potato fries, but next time I'm gonna try the hand cut regular fries because this is what they're known for. I also had their freshly orange spritzer. So refreshing! I will definitely come back here again."

Lizzy's Ice Cream

★★★★☆ 4.1 (256) • $

"We stopped for ice cream after Harvard museuming. There was a line out the door because inside is super tiny. I felt bad for one guy working. But he was fast. It's just the patrons that were slow! I did not appreciate the flavor menu sign in white letters on pink. So hard to read. We could have been ready sooner if it was easy to read. I got banana and he got black cherry. They were good but not magical."