Massachusetts boasts a vibrant ice cream culture with many local shops thriving year-round. Even in winter, ice cream shops attract long lines. Cabot's Ice Cream & Restaurant stands out as a top choice, celebrated for its family-friendly atmosphere and delightful flavors. Other recommended spots include Gracie's Ice Cream known for its Oreo flavors and Honeycomb Creamery's Salted Caramel Crackle, appreciated for its unique texture. Rancatore's Ice Cream and Yogurt offers traditional Kulfi, making it a favorite for those seeking authentic flavors reminiscent of summer memories in India.
"I adore Cabot's! It's always packed with families, and we marvel at all the kids demolishing their towering sundaes and frappes. The service is super friendly and fast. You can't go wrong here. You will walk out with a huge smile." - Joanne Chang, chef and co-owner of Flour Bakery + Cafe and Myers + Chang
"[I] have to give local love to Gracie's Ice Cream in Union Square in Somerville. I love getting one of their Oreo flavors in their famous Fluff cone. But I also love Honeycomb Creamery in Cambridge, I always get their signature Salted Caramel Crackle because the texture of the Honeycomb candy bits is unreal." - Sam Treadway, bar director of Backbar
"My favorite spot is Rancatore's (the Newton one). Why I like it: [Their] Kulfi is a traditional Indian version of ice cream flavored with cardamom, saffron, and pistachio. I have very fond childhood memories of eating it on hot summer days in Delhi, and it's not a flavor you find everywhere." - Anonymous
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