13 Best Ice Cream Shops near Orleans

“I took the advice of a recent reviewer and ordered a ginger ice cream cone. It's probably the best thing I ate this summer. You can tell the ice cream is homemade and the owners are very nice. They close on 10/1/23 so I have a few more weeks to sample their menu. My grandson ordered a vanilla milkshake and thumbs up.“

“We stopped here one night during our Cape Cod trip because they had vegan options. We had really yummy sundaes and were super happy with the amount of vegan options. There's a few picnic tables to eat at and I found a portapotty by the edge of the parking lot (unsure if it was for this business or the one next door). It's also right next to an overpriced trampoline park that my daughter was really excited about.“

“Let me start by saying I've eaten a lot of ice cream in my time. The Cape is possibly THE mecca of ice cream in the Northeast, maybe even the whole country. Holy Cow's ice cream is easily the best of the Cape. I have tried all of them - Four Seas, Creamery, Smuggler, Sundae School, you name it. This place's ice cream is just better. Sure, the shop is a little rickety, but you'll forget that detail when you smell that freshly baked waffle cone, the one they made right in front of you, and that first bite of creamy deliciousness.Firstly, the flavors change, with new flavors arriving and others leaving (so don't hesitate to try the interesting ones). Secondly, they win awards. Who even knew there were awards for ice cream? Well, there are, these guys win them, and it's easy to see why. Ritzy AF is impossibly good. They're not afraid to try things out. Orange Cardamom is a pretty adventurous take on an ice cream flavor but it's delicious and different. Their Strawberry is made from actual strawberry syrup, made from actual strawberries. There is a qualitative difference in the strawberry-ness of the Holy Cow product.Did I mention they're open all year round? It's hard when your ice creamery closes at the end of the summer, and we're a year-round community now. Being able to get a pint of the good stuff in December is a big deal.People are loyal to the places they went to when they were kids and they came here on holiday, and that's ok. That's about loyalty, not about ice cream. After you've tried this place I bet that you'll realize that you can be loyal and you can also enjoy the absolutely best ice cream. Two things can simultaneously be true.You can love your family and enjoy the company of your friends! I love Holy Cow and I'm thinking you will too.“

“I have ordered countless pizzas and now sandwiches from pizza shark. The pizza is always great and topping very fresh and above average quality.Tonight was again a pleasant experience, so pleasant I thought I’d leave a 5 star review. I ordered three sandwiches. When I arrived I had to wait make 5 minutes as they were busy with the dinner rush. Both the chef and counter person apologized profusely. It was not an issue at all. I just perused the store while I waited. When my order was ready the chef again politely thanked me for being patient and the counter person gave me a gift card for the inconvenience. I did not get either of these young mens names but please commend them. This is great customer service. The gift card was completely unnecessary but such a thoughtful touch. My takeout order was at 7:00pm on 2/27/24.The sandwiches were delicious as usual. Great customer service is a becoming more and more rare. Everyone at your location is always super friendly and helpful which must reflect the way ownership is treating them. Please keep up the great work from top to bottom. Thank you again.“

“Ordered a sandwich today December 2, 2023.I was actually probably somewhat of an annoying customer ordering a custom sandwich wanted it with extra mayonnaise then halfway through the guy making it. I asked him to take some of the mayonnaise off I was a real annoying customer I’m sure,Anyways, the guy who made my sandwich absolutely knocked it out of the park might be the best sandwich I’ve ever had on Cape Cod and the whole time. They were polite and accommodating to all my weird request. Probably won’t go anywhere else on Cape Cod for a sandwich after my experience today , wish I knew the guys name who made my sandwich“

“Amazing staff, amazing ice cream, amazing atmosphere. This place as the only homemade ice cream in Chatham, the ice cream bars are out of this world. And they are very accommodating with allergens, (I have celiac and eat here without a problem)“

“The staff was AMAZING and the ice cream was delicious, at a great price. Quick note: the portions are HUGE. A small is considered a large at other places. Me and my family could not finish. Still one of the best Ice cream places I've ever been to.“

“Only one of us was supposed to get ice cream. But I just couldn't resist when I saw something with caramel and chocolate covered pretzels. Their "one-scoop" is so not one scoop! My husband had the coffee ice cream. Both our selections were perfect - not too sweet not too un-sweet - just perfect delicious ice cream. And Al the owner was welcoming and wonderful to visit with!“

“We had a blast here! Played two rounds of mini golf, and then went and got the best Italian ice I've ever had. Before we left, the kids went into the arcade. Our youngest loved it because they had "play until you win" games. Very exciting for a five year old.“

“Awesome & CLEAN place with a great selection. Very nice countertops with barstools attached to the floor at counters, plenty of tables too. I ordered a Crepe with Vanilla Ice Cream and whipped cream, WOWZAPALOOZIA, the crepe was stuffed with 2huge scoops, luckily I had help eating it, Yummylicious“

“A casual seafood shack and the food is exceptional: my favorite kind of places on the Cape. My mom was about to arrive on The Cape and we had had a long day so we decided to order takeout to have at the house so she could unload, unpack and we could all unwind. My brother found Cobie’s when he was looking places up, he ordered about 20min before my mom’s arrival time, they said it would be ready in 15 and it was. It was hot and fresh and since it was just down the road it stayed that way. Everything was tasty, tender and perfectly cooked. Wish I had gone to eat there again before leaving The Cape“

“Always packed and hopping after 12pm. They only took cash, so prepare yourself in advance. Parking looks like a nightmare during peak hours. Indoor seating had enough places to sit but not as much outdoors. Ice cream was good quality with non-generic whipped cream. Nothing much else to say. I wouldn't go there every time for dessert as it would add up to be pretty expensive. Cashiers and servers are pleasant.“

“JT’s is a great fast service restaurant that has a large menu, giving options for everyone in your party! Their lobster Mac n cheese is one of our favorites during the colder weather, along with their steak n cheese sub. When summer time hits give me their lobster rolls! We love that they have both traditional cold and hot lobster rolls to choose from. Their fish tacos are the best fish tacos around as well, as well as Tuna Poke Bowl. You won’t be disappointed with whatever you choose from while dining at Jts!PS…save room for ice cream at the end!“