We've been here a couple of times now. The line is always out the door and moves in waves (thanks, all you people who order milkshakes....) Everything is always so solidly executed - the milk chocolate an vanilla are great, and their special flavors (though IGNORE what's on their website - I got myself so psyched about what was listed as their flavors of the day on their website only to find out that what was at the store was a completely different list) are SO GOOD. The banana pudding tastes like fresh bananas (which is impressive to pull off with ice cream), and the black raspberry is groan-worthy good. Be prepared to wait. Play a game, talk to a friend...it's worth it. read more

Never been to an ice cream shop that felt like an exclusive club. While visiting Cape Charles for the first time two weeks ago, I stopped by Brown Dog Ice Cream since I wanted a dessert following dinner and saw a lot of people walking down the street with their ice cream cones and they had solid reviews. The shop isn't brightly lit, it's on the dim side, and you need to walk to the back of the shop to start your order. I came towards the end of the day and it wasn't crowded--there was one other person in line--but despite this and the long walk to the end of the shop I wasn't greeted by any of the staff. When I got to the start of the order line I was the only one in it and I looked at the overhead menu for some plant-based ice cream (google stated that Brown Dog Ice Cream carries plant-based ice cream options), there was an employee standing there who saw me standing in line and search the menu but didn't greet me or ask if I was ready to order--then I made eye contact with her to make sure she saw me obviously standing there and she STILL said nothing to me. Fortunately, there was another employee who came over and acknowledged me and kindly asked how she could help me. I let her know I was looking on the menu for plant-based ice cream but hadn't seen it. She let me know that Brown Dog does serve plant-based ice cream options but only in the summer months. I thanked her for her help and walked out. Because of the cold-shoulder I received when walking in and from the first employee, I won't be coming back for the summer plant-based options. I hope management hosts a training with all of their staff on how to treat people that walk into their shop...you kindly greet people when they walk in and when they are next in line, you greet them and ask how you can help them. Hopefully this improves. read more

Brown Dog Ice Cream - Menu on the board and flavor options written on the glass - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Cape Charles, Virginia

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Meh. Line was crazy and to be honest I don't get it. Got the lemon blueberry ricotta and Italian sweet cream. Lemon tasted fake to me and the sweet cream left a weird taste on my tongue. My bride got the twisted something...she said it was 3 out of 5 stars. You live and learn. Yes, I'm an ice cream snob. Maybe it's because it's in a town that thrives on tourism. I don't know, but it just wasn't very good. I had really high hopes just because of the line. If I'm ever back I'll skip this place. read more

Brown Dog Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Cape Charles, Virginia

Had a chance to get Brown Dog Ice Cream right before closing time. I had just watched the sunset at Cape Charles Beach. I wanted yo try this place since it had rave reviews. The line was almost out the door for almost being end of the day. This mom and pop place was super cute and their story of their brown lab. You can even find a brown lab statue out front. All the ice cream sizes have cute dog names. For a second I thought I was about to order a dog ice cream. I did the 1 scoop cup and wow was it huge. The workers let me try the flavors I was debating between. I went with the banana pudding ice cream. It resembled banana pudding so well, but in ice cream. Great job! Until next time Brown Dog Ice Cream because I'll be back for another 1 scoop cup of that banana pudding ice cream in a future visit. read more

Brown Dog Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Cape Charles, Virginia

Brown Dog is worth the wait if the line is a little long. Brown Dog is the perfect fix to cool you and your sun burn off after a day at the beach. We always stop when we're in town before we head back across the Chesapeake Bay Bridge tunnel. It's a nice treat to have before getting on the road for an hour drive. Whenever we've stopped by service was always quick and easy. They have plenty of flavors to pick from and they're also available out in town. I love that they have a pick up and order window outside via sidewalk access. Brown dog seems to be a town favorite in Cape Charles. They are pretty popular. Whether you're looking for ice cream and a cone or a dish they have you covered. read more

There's not a whole lot of late night happenings in Cape Charles; however, there are a few ice cream spots that are open after the sun goes down. Out of the ones my friends and I saw, Brown Dog by far had the longest line, so we had to follow the crowd and hop in line to see what the fuss was about. The line moves pretty quickly, and once you're inside, you'll see all the different flavors they have while taking in all the cute dog themed interior. They're pretty efficient, I didn't think that they'd let us sample flavors because they were so busy, but the staff insisted when I said it was my first time. That was so nice of them. After sampling a couple of flavors, I ultimately decided on the Lemon Streussel. It was so good and creamy, and the struessel crumble pieces really set it off. All in all, Brown Dog Ice Cream was one of the best parts of my weekend trip to Cape Charles. read more

Brown Dog Ice Cream - Lemon Streussel Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Cape Charles, Virginia

Nothing hits quite like an ice cream cone from Brown Dog after a day at the beach! In the evenings, the line can be out the door, but the staff is great at keeping things moving so you're never waiting too long. I've tried their lemon mascarpone (a special flavor) and it was amazing. They have a great variety that rotates, so there's always something new to try, but they also keep the classics if that's what you're craving. I'm a waffle cone girl through and through, so that's always my choice when I order. Definitely the best ice cream parlor and worth the stop if you're in the area. read more

I've never had a berry beet goat cheese pistachio ice cream, all things I love btw, until now. Absolutely divine! So many good flavors and clearly, fun ones too, the perfect spot to snag a cool treat in this heat and quite convenient to the beach, although a smidge of a walk if you're hoofin it! Quick and tasty; all the cone options which is a hit in my family where we all have our preference... best part? Reasonably priced for really good ice cream too! read more

Brown dog Ice Cream in Cape Charles is a must visit for anybody with a sweet tooth and a love for all things local! Homemade unique flavors that are made in small batches using fresh ingredients. Every single one that we had was so good. I don't even know how my lemon poppyseed pound cake was so good. It was not too sweet and the pound cake wasn't frozen it gelt like it was freshly wrapped into the ice cream. Amazing The service is great and I was torn between two flavors and the hands down told me which one was their favorite. And I agree. I'm so glad I listened. Do expect lines. It's summertime and obviously everybody knows how good this is read more

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Brown Dog is a classic ice cream shop serving the downtown and beach crowds. They had 12 flavors when we visited. There are three tables, nine seats total inside and some cushions at the bay windows. The servers have been trained well. They are courteous, friendly and efficient. read more

Brown Dog Ice Cream - The store front of Brown Dog Ice Cream. - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Cape Charles, Virginia

Omfg. Number one. So cute. The service is fast & friendly even though it seems like they stay absolutely packed. The ice cream is to die for. I'd go back every day if I could. Love love loved it! read more

Brown Dog Ice Cream - Pistachio Ice Cream with rainbow jimmies. Yum. - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Cape Charles, Virginia

The ice cream is delicious and the service was friendly and fast. Nice atmosphere family friendly.

So glad we made it to Brown Dog Ice cream on our day trip to Cape Charles! I love me some ice cream! I was sad to see they sold out of their chocolate chip cherry pints because it sounded fantastic. Due to the pandemic, you can only order at the window front and take your ice cream to go. We initially were the only ones there. But no sooner than we started sampling a few of their flavors did a crowd of people start to line up out of nowhere! I chose the vanilla salted caramel brownie and the Banana pudding in a waffle cone. The scoops are a good size! The ice cream is so creamy and soft! From the ice cream down to the waffle cone, fully satiated my sweet tooth! I truly enjoy patronizing small local ice cream shops for their unique flavors and who can resist the cute logo and reason the ice cream shop is named after ( the owner's very own brown dog)! *They have limited hours. Check out their Instagram for updates. I think currently they are now on fall hours which they are only open Saturdays and Sundays 12pm-7pm. read more

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Brown Dog Ice Cream is a total Cape Charles staple and for good reason. The flavors are always rotating and super creative, but every single one I've tried has been insanely good. You can really taste the quality -- it's rich, creamy, and never overly sweet. Perfect treat after a day at the beach or just a sunny walk through town. Bonus points for the super friendly staff and cute little shop vibe. This place is a must if you're in the area! read more

Absolutely delicious ice cream, we had their cookies and cream, vanilla bean, and blueberry, goat cheese ice cream, and we all loved it!

So good! I like their unique flavors but they still have the classics. The staff was friendly. read more

Brown Dog Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Cape Charles, Virginia

Brown Dog Ice Cream was the highlight of my recent trip to Cape Charles. I had a single scoop and ended up wishing that I tried the four flavors that I was struggling to choose from. I ended up choosing their butterscotch flavor with chocolate chunks. I could taste the freshness and quality, nothing artificial about it. Very refreshing on a hot day. My daughters selected cookies and cream and found some substantial cookie pieces. I got to finish some and thought it was also excellent. If you're in Cape Charles, you need to have Brown Dog Ice Cream! read more

Brown Dog Ice Cream - Butterscotch with chocolate chunks was delicious!! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Cape Charles, Virginia

My husband and I wanted to know what was up with the long forever line wrapped around the corner . Well a couple cool facts about this spot is : 1. There icecream is rated the #10 on Trip Advisor. 2. There icecream is homemade 3. Voted the best icecream in the United States. Very delicious icecream and the prices are fairly cheap. I gotten two scoops of Cookies and cream and Vanialla , both were very delicious. You most definitely have to come here and check em out . read more

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We had seen the positive reviews and the line out the door, so were excited to give Brown Dog a shot. Well, when we got inside it smelled like a urinal. As my wife tried to hold her breath, I went over to look at the flavors and they had absolutely nothing extraordinary. Basics like chocolate, mint, etc but nothing special. We tried to wait another minute or two, but finally decided the smell was too much and the ice cream place back home was where we ended up going. read more

I thought the ice cream was very good just not the best I ever I ever had. My partner loved his. I had the coffee and he had banana pudding.

My ice cream was huge! I probably could have just shared the small with my husband. After waiting in the long line for the ice cream, the shop was close enough to the beach for a romantic stroll. Will definitely be back when I'm in the area. read more

Honey lemon lavender is exceptionally good! Coffee was good too and black raspberry was amazing too. Line moved fast on a hot Saturday afternoon read more

Brown Dog Ice Cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Cape Charles, Virginia

I liked Brown Dog Ice Cream! Located on the main drag of downtown Cape Charles, Brown Dog Ice Cream is the local ice cream favorite. You order your items at the window and step aside until they call your name. For 2 milkshakes and a cone our total bill was more expensive than I thought it would be. But I get it, it's a small town, so they likely have to upcharge on their items! Their menu is in very small font so you can't read it until you get pretty close, which was hard for the older people I was with. My raspberry lemonade milkshake (I think that was the flavor), was refreshing on an extremely hot day. It's pretty sweet, so be prepared! My family loved their homemade ice creams. If you visit at a busy time, the line may be wrapped around down the street. Try to visit during an in-between time and you'll be all set! We had a golf cart and zipped over to the fishing pier to finish our ice cream. I can see why this spot is a local favorite. read more

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Didn't expect to find a place this good in a town as small as Cape Charles. Every flavor was outstanding, and the fact we could order any flavor in a pint was great. Fast and friendly service and a great location close to the beach and most housing. Definitely a must visit if you come anywhere near Cape Charles. Favorite flavor was Coffee, but they change daily so go back each day. read more

It's true what they're saying: this might be the best ice cream of your life. (I can't guarantee it's THE BEST but I can't think of anything better right now so... work with me.) We came in on a Saturday afternoon, and the line was about halfway through the store. The friendly staff work quickly though and we were ordering in no time! My husband got two scoops of strawberry on a waffle cone. I tried it, and it was the real deal classic strawberry that EVERY strawberry ice cream should dream to be. I couldn't pass up the idea of a waffle ice cream sandwich, because where else do you get that? I went with their famous ES Coastal Roasting Co coffee flavor. They make the waffle fresh to order, so it takes a few minutes, but it was 100% worth the wait. We paid and grabbed seats in the window just before the line swelled to fill the shop. They still moved it through very quickly! Great service. They brought the waffle ice cream sandwich out with a knife and a fork, and first thing was trying a bit of that ice cream I had heard so much about. HEAVENLY. A strong coffee flavor that really held it's own in the sweet and creamy ice cream. It only got better when paired with the waffle. This might actually have been one of the best waffles I've ever had aside from the ice cream combination. Waffles and ice cream really should be paired together more often. Overall, I could not recommend Brown Dog more. I think I would drive up to the Eastern Shore for this waffle ice cream sandwich alone! read more

Brown Dog Ice Cream - Waffle ice cream sandwich with the ES Coastal Roasting Co Coffee ice cream. - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Cape Charles, Virginia

First experience was 100% tainted by a super rude, disrespectful young girl with hoop earrings that worked behind the counter. She should be fired from brown dog as she made the ice cream place a horrible experience. My family and I were excited to try brown dog for the first time as we have always gone to the competitors down the street. We decided to look over the options and select what kind we wanted as it was our first time and didn't know what was available. While doing so we were being rushed and stared at with a dead look while the worker kept looking behind us to the next family. We were ordering for a total of probably 3 minutes and at the very end she met me with a death look and continued to walk away. Every time I'd order something for one child she would act like we were finished when we clearly wernt done. As long as this chick works here, I will never recommend. read more

ice cream WAS SO GOOD. Good amount of sweetness while still feeling fresh and not heavy. My sister tried mine and went in to buy one herself immediately. We both loved it so much we bought a pint. The store was cute with a quick ordering process. Highly recommend!!! read more

Brown Dog Ice Cream - Blueberry ice cream in waffle cone w/waffle cone - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Cape Charles, Virginia

This was a MUST stop on our short little drip and I'm so glad we did! They're definitely busy but they handle it well. The worst part is waiting in the crazy heat for your ice cream! We got a 2 scoop cherry chocolate chip cone - delicious, I wish I had more cherry pieces though. My friend enjoyed the cookies and cream as well. They have different flavor choices in pints which we would have gotten if it wouldn't have melted lol! Worth the stop, worth the wait! read more

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Waited in line for 20 min and never came anywhere near the door on a Sunday afternoon. Too bad we couldn't try it. They must be very short staffed with limited hours. Close early at 9. read more

Brown dog ice cream was fantastic! They had a sign out front that said voted top 10 ice cream in America and I can see that! The service was great and the ice cream was rich and creamy. They are only open on the weekends so it can get busy but it's worth the wait. There isn't an actual store front but you order from the door, there are at least 3 other ice cream / dessert locations in this same block but I recommend checking out this one! read more

Brown Dog Ice Cream - Cookies and cream milkshake - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Cape Charles, Virginia

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I LOVE this ice cream place. Rich and creamy - the best in town. ES Coffee is my favorite but they have other traditional and some unusual flavors. Today, I tried lavender and orange. Yum! On busy weekends the line can be long but it moves fast. Dont pass it up if visiting Cape Charles read more

Literally some of the best ice cream I have ever had. We want to try all of the shops in town while we are here on vacation, however, my wife can't stop thinking about her banana pudding milkshake. Great service and fast moving line are highlights. read more

So I will start with this - Brown Dog Ice Cream is THE BEST ice cream I've had in my life thus far. It's located on the Eastern Shore, in Cape Charles, on Mason Avenue, amongst all the other shops and restaurants in the area. There aren't many, so you definitely won't miss it. Customer service was excellent, from getting samples, ordering, paying, everything. THEIR ICE CREAM IS CREAMY, OH-SO-DELICIOUS, AND EVERY SPOONFUL WAS PERFECT! I chose their best selling ES Coffee flavor and the Banana Salted Caramel Chip flavors. AMAAAAZZZZING!!! I'll think of that ice cream eating experience forever. Their prices are so affordable too - (Prices as of 8/19/2019) Cones: 1 scoop - $2.95 2 scoops - $4.25 (A little bit more for waffle cones) Cups: 1 scoop - $2.95 2 scoops - $4.25 3 scoops - $5.55 4 scoops - $6.85 Waffle Ice Cream Sandwich - $6.75 Lil pup cone/cup - $2 They also serve some frosty libations and coffee, and for a little extra, you can add toppings to your ice cream as well. There are a handful of tables and chairs, and I imagine this place is super busy during prime tourist /summer season. Foster is the name of "The Brown Dog," the mascot of the place. I now regret not letting my husband get me the enamel pin of Foster holding an ice cream cone. They do have merch by the way, - shirts, hats, bumper stickers, and the pin I regretfully now do not own. I'll save a spot on my bookbag for it, for the next time I return. There will definitely be a next time! They are open DAILY from 11am-9pm. You can't come to Cape Charles and NOT come to Brown Dog Ice Cream. Big fan here & I highly recommend. *Review #41 of 2019. read more

The best ice cream! Dont fear a long line- it moves fast. The flavors are awesome and the cones are fresh...worth the trip!

Yum! If you're craving ice cream, here is the spot! Hello :) . I'm Kylie and I'm 10 years old. I write restaurant reviews on Yelp. You may have seen other reviews I've written. As you guys may know, I'm from Florida and discover new places to eat at. This time we're taking a stop in Virginia. Brown Dog was an amazing place to eat at and I loved it. It's right by many other town attractions too! So if you find yourself at the candy shop, you may end up at Brown Dog! Like any other place, Brown Dog serves ice cream. But there is WAY more to it. They have lots of toppings to choose from, and other food such as an ice cream sandwich and more! Although the line usually is long, they work really fast to serve you and you'll be up there ordering in no time! I definetly will recommend this place. It is delicious! I usually get mint chip, vanilla with m&ms, or cookies and cream. You can also get your own dog an ice cream too! (Obviously not chocolate) They have a water bowl out front too for dogs. Overall, this place was amazing! I go here all the time. (But only in the summer, because they're closed in the winter sadly :( but I love it!!!) I hope you guys visit some day. It is wonderful!!! :) Stay tuned for more reviews and awsome food journeys ;) -Kylie read more

Brown Dog Ice Cream - Outside area. (Due to covid, you have to order outside instead of inside now) :) - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Cape Charles, Virginia

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This plaice has the best ice cream in the area and is a must stop when coming here. Service is always friendly

Had the best ice cream I have ever had. They are reasonable price, and even though it's a popular place, they serve you quickly. The atmosphere was pleasant and welcoming. I ordered the coffee flavor, and it was amazing. It was flavorful and had coffee grounds in it, which is not everyone's cup of tea, however I believe it added to the flavor and texture. Ah yes, the texture. The ice cream was light and creamy, but under no means did it feel like they just churned in bunches of air. The ice cream was delicious, the ambiance was amazing, and the workers were professional and friendly. Any time you come to this town, come here, and you will come back. read more

The ice cream at the Brown Dog is the best in Cape Charles. Love their coffee and chocolate combo! My grandson got banana pudding ice cream and he said it was delicious. read more

Not sure I get the hype, it's average ice cream. I ordered the vanilla peanut butter chocolate chunk, which I was told is a peanut butter ice cream in a vanilla base with chocolate chunks. I got vanilla ice cream with the occasional peanut butter cup piece. What a let down. read more

There is always a good selection of Yummy icecream!! The service is great. Fun for families and friends