So many Ben & Jerry's flavors are so good! And many of them also happen to be gluten-free. (Of course, ask to make sure that no scooping cross-contamination has occurred with the glutenated flavors.) Also, here's a gluten-free cake option: Ben & Jerry's makes icecream-on-icecream cakes, and specifically advertises that they can do these gluten-free. Or, you can DIY with their pints and go half-n-half with gluten-free cakey-goodness (I heart Pamela's brand g-free cake and frosting mixes, which can be altered to be dairy-free). (If you're not into dairy, my rec is coconut milk icecream, many brands/flavors of which are gluten-free too, or Turtle Mountain dairy-free frozen desserts, many of which are also g-free--Whole Foods tends to stock 'em.) Just one way to feel almost normal when those special occasions roll around. But I digress. read more

I came in here to get a quick snack on a hot day. I came with a couple of friends and it was nice because the store wasn't packed. But watch out because this location is small there's seats but inside is really not that big. I had a buy one get one free coupon and the people there used it easy for me so that was a breeze. I got the little sugar cone with 2 scoops. One scoop of Americone Dream and one scoop of Strawberry Cheesecake. Both were amazing. Americone Dream is actually my favorite. The ice cream was kinda droopy so she put it in a cup for me. We sat and ate it in the store it was a good experience. read more

Ben & Jerry’s - Sugar Waffle Cone with 1 scoop Americone Dream and 1 scoop Strawberry Cheesecake - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Had a very confusing experience here this pm: I asked for a small cup of ice cream with two toppings, and after forgetting my friend's order, the girl that helped us first asked to put both of our ice creams, after scooping them, into larger containers and then put mine into a Sundae bowl, for the extra room. Having worked at an ice cream shop before, I though this seemed weird. Before charging me, she asked if I wanted another topping with my ice cream because it came free with the others, which didn't make much sense, unless I had ordered a sundae, which I didn't. I can't really blame this on her, because I can't now remember how much extra toppings are, but the price I was charged was more than two dollars over what it should have been for a small - making it around a dollar per topping. If she charged me for a sundae to save me money, which is maybe a possibility, she probably should have explained that to me beforehand, instead of leaving me blinking the fluorescent light specks out of my eyes on the dark sidewalk outside, wondering what had just happened to me and trying to finish a mountain of ice cream that in truth was anything but small. read more

How can you go wrong with ben and jerrys?? The line was long but moved fast and of course the ice cream was amazing. I got Coco Loco (chocolate cereal flavored) but my go-tos are cookie dough (the best--so much dough) and half baked (favorite). The outdoor seating was full at around 4 pm, but we walked to the nearby park in front of the public library and enjoyed the rest of our ice cream on the grass. read more

Ben & Jerry’s - coco loco! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Watch out for free cone day! It happens once a year. Other than that I dont care to spend $5-6 on a cone.

Great atmosphere on this shopping district street Kids like the atmosphere We got a bday cake read more

Fun environment in this place, and your typical ben & jerry's ice cream. They also have this gigantic ice cream (i think it's like 40-scoops) called the Vermonster, if you and your friends feel daring. I don't feel like there's a huge selection of flavors, though. You might have a better chance at finding a flavor (esp frozen yogurt) if you just go to the freezer section in the grocery store. Not much indoor seating, but there are a couple tables outside. read more

Yes, the prices are similar to the other ice-creamed related establishments along Newbury. But Ben and Jerry's is Ben and Jerry's: you know what you're getting, and it's good. It's a standard good too. On top of that, this place has a decent variety of low-fat smoothies, including the Doug Flutie one where getting it donates to autism research. So you're getting a good smoothie and giving to a good cause at the same time. I'm a fan. read more

My favorite flavor was the brownie cheesecake and the Gilly's chocolate catastrophe. if you're a student, you can get those college coupon books from your school (usually around september, but they'll have lots of left overs for months to come, just ask for them, I know for a fact NEU, Berklee and MassArt has them). Inside there's a "buy one get one free" coupon for wafle cones at B&J's. These cones are HUGE, and you end up paying like $5 but get a more than a pint (plus their delicious fresh waffle cones, you can see them making it in the morning and afternoon) read more

Granted, I've only been here for Free Cone Day, but the employees are so great at keeping the line moving and still being super nice. I got the Tonight Dough on a cone and it was probably the best thing that happened to me today. The employee was super nice and gave me a huge scoop, which I 100% appreciate. If I was craving ice cream on Newbury, this is definitely the place to go. You can't go wrong with Ben & Jerry's. read more

Ben & Jerry’s - The Tonight Dough (on Free Cone Day) - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Every time I go to Boston, I head to Ben and Jerry's at least once. Stand in line with all the cool kids and try to decide which flavor you want. read more

Icecream at its best. Amazing flavors. Excited and energetic servers. Yum. Nice inside-- a few tables inside and a few outside to sit. read more

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The three stars are really for the quality of the ice cream and not for the location. I expect that any great place is going to have lines, but this location isn't conducive to the sheer number of people that come in and out of this place on a mild day. After being stuck on the stairs for a while, feeling like I'm going to pass out because there's just zero airflow in the place until you get down to the main level and then freezing cold air is blowing out of the strangest places since there aren't any vents to be seen. Anyway, the counter looked dirty, as did the floor and tables in the seating area. If you order anything other than ice cream (i.e. sorbet or froyo) expect to wait a bit since they don't keep it up front. That also means that strangers are going to have to get incredibly intimate as they squeeze by you to pay for their items since there's no sense of how long you might have to wait to get your item. read more

The best Ben and Jerry's around, anywhere. It is in the nicest street in Boston and they serve the ice cream just right. I would love to sit outside everyday there for the rest of my life with a chunky monkey ice cream, I love those wafers also. HOW can anyone not just love this place? read more

Uh, it's Ben and Jerry's... what's not to love? It's simply the best ice cream in the world. The staff at the Newbury location are quite friendly and cheerful. We stop in every chance we get, which I hate to admit is almost every weekend! read more

Tasty ice cream, but no toasted almond. The Stephen Colbert flavor was a more than adequate substitute. Basement level storefront. Good service. Outdoor dining too. Only drawback here, costly ice cream. Probably as much as you can spend on ice cream. read more

Yeah, I love B&J's so this would be a full 4 stars, but I went there today and now I have to deduct a half. Now it's 3.5. I go in and get my ice cream and decided to get a dish instead of a cone. Usually go with a sugar cone, but not today. Didn't want the maintenance factor. The problem was with the spoon. First of all, there's about three hundred of em stuffed into a little bucket, pointing everywhere. Wow, festive. When I pick one out and start eating my ice cream, the thing was a flimsy shame of a utensil. I couldn't even spoon the ice cream without it bending and folding like a cheap suit. So, ice cream good, but what's the point if the spoons are crap? Oh yeah and my small (which did allow for two kinds of ice cream) was $4.50. Ah, Newbury prices. read more

I think it's a good little place with really great ice cream. The customer service is also great. My friends and I went here when it was already closing yet the employees still accommodated us with smiles on their faces. I decided to get a waffle cone (1.50) with one scoop of cherry Garcia (4.21), and I thought it was more than enough. The ice cream was really good and very creamy! I also love how Ben and Jerry's always have great deals and discounts (like the free come day and BOGO coupons!). I will definitely come back! read more

Ben & Jerry’s - Cherry Garcia (one scoop) - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I know it seems odd but two wonderful folks from the Newbury St. store came out to a church hall in Winchester to CATER MOM'S FUNERAL LUNCHEON. They may have been a little weirded out at first but they covered it! They were on time, neat, super friendly and respectful. Can I just say that having ice cream cones at what is frequently a sad event is fabulous! Everyone smiled (cause ice cream was Mom's favorite) and, because we had cones, folks walked around the room and chatted with each other. The 4 ice cream flavors were great: especially the out of this world Scotchy scotch scotch butterscotch. read more

Today was "free cone" day! Hurray! Despite the nasty wind and rain, I was determined to get my free cone; and apparently so was everyone else in the area judging by the lines which had formed outside their cramped basement shop on pricey Newbury street. They even had a live band in there playing up a ruckus and to generate "excitement". Nonetheless, I got out of there in under 100 seconds thanks to the ultra efficient staff and kudos to the super speedy scoopers (who were undoubtedly under a huge amount of pressure). I got my very generous "Cherry Garcia" cone (with about 2 scoops in there) and went merrily on my way. My ice-cream cone was great! The waffle cone which the frozen dairy rested upon was fresh and crispy with a warm sugary redolence. B&J even set up a temporary "tent" for shelter outside to keep the ice-cream fiends from getting the worst of the weather; as they huddled together, licking in unison. read more

Ben & Jerry’s - free cone day ~ cherry garcia on a cone - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I agree that it's more expensive by the cone than the pint. Also, the lighting could be a bit brighter, considering it's somewhat underground. I'm not a fan of the decor there, the high chairs are too clunky and the colors are wacky. I know it's B&J's but it's too much. The whimsical statues of B&J in the store window are great, but they should somewhat face the customers in the inside too, instead of having their backs against us. read more

Again, not listed at the Pru.... ate some ice cream... yup, it was good. It's frikin ice cream! I can buy their pints and a box of cones at the grocery and live it up for less. BUT I can't always get what I want, no, I can't always get what I want.... but if I try sometimes, I just might find, I get what I need. And sometimes I just need a big freakin hot fudge sunday! read more

I absolutely love Ben & Jerry`s ice cream. Their Ice cream is the reason i wake up on Sundays. So why could`t Ben & Jerry on Newbury street have a larger selection?? Sure they had vanilla, cookie-dough and cookies and cream, but what about us Ice cream lovers who likes to experiment beyond a few "basic" flavors?? Sorry Ben & Jerry; I love you, but you should really demand more from your ice cream parlors. Due to my high expectations when stepping into this ice cream parlor I will have to give this place three stars. read more

Ben & Jerry's rich, creamy ice cream is a nice treat. During my most recent visit, I got a small Milk & Cookies in a sugar cone. Milk & Cookies tasted similar to Cookies & Cream, but with chocolate chip cookie bits too. The small size is HUGE- my sugar cone had three whopping scoops of ice cream that I had to lick fast to prevent dripping. It was about $6, which was reasonable for the size. Next time I'll probably get the kiddie size or get my ice cream in a waffle cone to prevent dripping. read more

Decent ice cream, very nice staff, a huge variety of flavors. But ya know what? I kind of don't feel I get my money's worth. I think they could maybe give you a little more ice cream for what they are charging you. Not that people really need to eat boatloads of ice cream in this weight-conscious, fashion-conscious society....But the frappes seem awfully small to me. And it's not a recession thing either. It's a good place to go if you are already in the area and in the mood for ice cream. Nothing to make a special trip out there for. read more

This tiny, funky shop on Newbury street has a friendly staff and serves up all the terrific B&J flavors you know and love. Really, it's Ben & Jerry. Need I say more? read more

Officially in love with this place. I'd been to this location before, but a few weeks ago was free cone day and well, they won me over and pretty much made my week. We first called just to make sure it was actually happening, and the guy who answered the phone sounded like he was having one of the best days of his life, which made me start smiling like crazy for the next hour. And once we finally made it through the line, all I had to do was say what flavor I wanted and next thing I know the guy's coming back with the biggest ice cream I think I've ever had. No charge. Just a sweet smile. Best day ever? I think so. read more

Got Sweet cream, and was very satisfied with a large serving. Ben and Jerrys is kind of on the expensive end, but you expect that with the quality you're getting. Store is also very nice with nice employees, and even has a piano that you can play. read more

i don't really feel like it's that important to review ben and jerry's for the sake of reviewing ben and jerry's. you can pick up a pint at your grocery store or gas station as easy as you can get it scooped for you, but here's what i loved about THIS particular ben and jerry's: today was free cone day, and one of my best friends has celiac's, so we've gotta be careful of the gluten. i knew that some flavors of b&j's were gluten free, but because their products change a fair amount, they don't ever publish which of their products are or aren't gluten free. so, on a day that's bound to be pretty busy, i called the newbury location and asked which of their flavors were gluten free. the girl on the phone was SO helpful and so positive on the phone - it was the epitome of what telephone customer service should be. at the store itself, things were a little more chaotic, but it IS free cone day, after all. bottom line? delicious ice cream (try the new maple one with blondie brownie - YUM)!, good customer service, and we'll both be back fo sho. read more

Love this location for the flagship brand of Ben & Jerry's ice cream. There are a ton of different flavors that you can enjoy. They give you free flavor tastings too if you ask. There's a lot of seating outside which is great. Definitely stop by and grab a scoop of ice cream, rain or shine. read more

It's Ben & Jerry's, so if you are a fan of B&J you'll love this place. They have other stuff besides ice cream, and to be honest I don't know what because I have only gotten ice cream...but whatever it is, I'm sure it's just as good. read more

coffeee coffeee buzz buzz buzzz buzzz...why did they not have coffee heath bar crunch though? Where did it go? Give it back!

Really good ice cream here. I love the flavors and they make the best shakes! They are really original and you can't get them anywhere else! Last time I was there I got a 2 scoop cup of cookie dough and chocolate brownie ice cream. The only complaint I have is that for two scoops, it was 5 dollars! That seemed really high to me because you can get a pint of their ice cream for that price at the grocery store or a bigger sundae at ColdStone's. read more

Every time i walk past this particular Ben and Jerry's, I am startled by the statues/terrifying life-sized dolls of B and J. They look so real--like they're just chillin in the window watching your every move. The ice cream, however, is well worth having to stand near those mannequins, especially on free cone day. Dublin mudslide is heavenly. read more

I love Ben & Jerry's ice-cream. Very creamy with great flavors - makes for great milkshakes too! Staff are usually pretty nice as well. read more

Fast and efficient service on Free Cone Day! I wandered down Newbury Street mid-afternoon to partake in the aforementioned joyous occasion, only to encounter a line that was out the door and down the sidewalk. I almost told myself "forget it!" but decided to stand in line anyway. I'm glad I did, because it went fast. And I mean FAST! They were fully staffed and more than ready to handle the crowds. When I got my cone, the ice cream was a little softer than it should be, but I suppose that's not surprising since the freezer was probably open the entire day. Oh well. On the up side, my free cone reminded me just how much I do love Ben & Jerry's ice cream, and I'm sure I'll be back another day. read more

Who doesn't like Ben and Jerry's. I fell in love with these ice cream parlors in the 90's once I saw the pretty cow wallpaper. My favorite for several years is Phish Food. Just put that in a waffle cone and I'm good to go! read more

Yummy... I found about the Boston institution, JP Licks about a minute and a half after I bought some Imagine Whirled Peace, but hey, just another excuse to make my way back over to the bay. The friendliness of the counter people really won me over. As for the ice cream, it's more expensive for a cup or cone here than the pint at Shaws because there is less air in the scoop shop ice cream. You can taste the difference in texture. It is a fair price to pay for a sweet half-hour threesome with Ben and Jerry. read more

I'm a little biased, as I love Ben & Jerry's ice cream so this place would have had to run out of all their ice cream for me to give it a bad review. White Russian flavor available...resurrected from Flavor Graveyard recently, so of course I tracked down where I could find it! Location on Newbury St is in a sub-basement, is centrally located and easy to get to, closest to the Copley T stop. Warning: no bathroom, you have to go across the street to Starbucks. read more

Nom nom nom, so good. Ben and Jerry's is the same pretty much everywhere. This location gets 4 stars solely for their impeccable "Free Cone Day" service. I was in a long line for a mere 20 minutes (or less) and my order was quickly and generously served. They were very fast and very efficient while serving what seemed like a long line of tipless college students. I'll be back to spend my groupons and eat more deliciousness!! read more