New City Microcreamery

403 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge
(617) 945-0279

Recent Reviews

Kimberly

APR. 2024 UPDATEPro-tip: If you download the app and create an account, you will get a welcome reward for a free affogato.I claimed my reward today. The vibes were much better on a Friday night than the last time I was here. Very lively and different workers who were much more inviting. Gotta say, though, if I had to pay for this affogato, I would have been sorely disappointed. Although the coffee was strong and good, the execution was bad: the steaming hot coffee was immediately poured over the ice cream, so all of it melted in the 1.5 minutes that it took to walk to my car. I recommend they provide the ice cream and the coffee separately instead and let the customer pour the coffee themselves, as affogatos are traditionally served.MAR. 2024A warm day in Boston is always cause for celebration. New City Microcreamery has been on my list because the idea of a smoother ice cream through the process of freezing with liquid nitrogen sounded intriguing.I was able to sample a few flavors and ultimately decided on the tres leches and baklava on a homemade waffle cone.Pros: Both flavors were satisfyingly sweet, true to their names, and smooth. The tres leches had vanilla wafers, while the baklava had filo dough pieces and walnuts, which added some texture variety. I also enjoyed the waffle cone. It was thicker and chewier than store bought ones.Cons: This was very messy to eat because the ice cream was already half melted by the time I was handed my cone (unsure if this is usually the case with their ice cream). I was also shocked by the price when I went to pay (almost $15)—it turns out that I was overcharged. They corrected this after I emailed customer support. However, although this was the first time this has happened to me at a restaurant, this was not the first for them based on other reviews, so be careful. The vibes were also off when I went: the workers weren't enthusiastic or welcoming, so I felt pressured to order and leave asap.Overall, the ice cream was good, but I didn't enjoy my experience. So I would get this again but most likely at another location.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 3

Recommended dishes: Waffle Cone

Celine Ann Trinidad

Cute ice cream place with interesting flavors. I do recommend ordering ice cream in their waffle cone.Ordered the banana foster’s flavor, balance of bananas and caramel flavors perfect w their signature wadffle cone.Great to hangout with friends as well! Will be back during summers.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Waffle Cone

Chris Barrineau

I ordered a quart for delivery from New City and paid $36 including fees and tip. I was delivered one scoop. The arrogant clerk hung the phone up on me when I complained, but not before she told me it was my fault because of a system error. I was also told that they could not refund me. Avoid this place at all costs.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Alice Shao

Flavors are all too sweet

josem138

Ice cream that they make, although not on the premises. They are their own brand, the factory was dedicated to shipping the ice cream directly here.They let you try ice creams without any problem so you can say which one you like with greater confidence.The ice cream prices are more expensive than I would expect, but they are pretty good.When you let it melt a little, the ice cream takes on a lot more flavor, which makes me see that it is more artisanal, although they are not very creamy.They have space to sit and it is quite cozy.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Gabriella

A beautiful, cute spot for an icy snack in Cambridge. Unfortunately, they are understaffed (PLS EMPLOY MORE FOR ur workers :) innovative flavors, “made fresh,” yet still freezer burnt. I think this place is going places, good or bad, and we’re all just along for the ride. Stay tuned.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 3

Ivelisse Rodriguez

I liked it! But the flavors were too sugary, to the point that you can’t really distinguish the different flavor profiles. I got cake batter and a maple-flavored one. I did like the seating and the environment. For more complex and unique flavors, though, I recommend Toscannini’s half a block

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Digby Chappell

Amazing with allergies! It's always so hard to get ice cream with allergies but they were understanding and really great. The ice cream is also delicious!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Onyinye Mkparu

The ice cream is divine! The baklava is a treat!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Waffle Cone, Salted Caramel

Katie Hiltz

The ice cream was delicious! The strawberry sauce was so yummy and the whipped cream was super fresh tasting.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Abhinav Sukumar

The mashup flavours (dulce tres leches, nutela rocher, baklava etc) are really rich and decadent! The Baklava flavour, for instance, is full of nuts-no compromises! The ice creams tend to be slightly sweeter than I'd like, and the quantities are on the lower side (for the price) but still would recommend for the fullness of flavours on offer! Kudos to the staff who was patient with my questions and samplers!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ethan Johnston

Great ice cream! The guy was very accommodating for my peanut allergy and remembered me. Much appreciated!Dietary restrictions: They get a new tub from the back and new scoop just to make sure there is no cross contamination.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Rina Rodriguez

Great staff! Ella was great. It was raining outside and she improvised a “cone holder” so I could carry my ice cream. Thank you!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Waffle Cone

Jay M.

No coffee flavors ice cream? Why notHow about a strong expresso buzz ice cream and infused Bailey Irish cream or Irish coffee or any coffee flavors?

Delilah Renee

I initially wanted to give this place a glowing 5-star review due to the incredible ice cream they offer. However, my experience was marred by the attitude of a particular staff member, a young lady with a messy ponytail. Despite my friendly greeting and gratitude for her assistance in providing me with two ice cream samples, her responses were consistently brusque and unwelcoming. While I understand that people can have bad days, I was taken aback when I noticed a stark contrast in her behavior towards different customers. It appeared that a white lady who came after me received a warm smile and a friendly greeting, while an Indian gentleman who followed her encountered the same unfriendly treatment.To my disappointment, my friends who ordered after me also received similar treatment and observed the same unsettling disparities in service. It's regrettable because we traveled from out of town to experience New City, and this rude staff member made our visit far from enjoyable.On a positive note, I must commend the young woman with the red bun, who was genuinely sweet, welcoming, and friendly, as well as the young woman who handled our payment. I hope that the unkind associate can take a cue from her coworkers and strive to treat all customers with respect and kindness, creating a more inclusive and enjoyable atmosphere for everyone.

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