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    Dockside Ice Cream

    4.5 (20 reviews)
    Open • 12:00 pm - 9:30 PM

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    Will B.

    This local and padnaram classic staple has been a pillar of the community, let alone the ice cream community for quite some time. Service can be slow, but the portions and flavors are worth it. Small and mediums are quite the amount of ice cream, they also are now taking credit cards. Yay You can't have a classic south coast summer with out a scoop from good ole dockside.

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    David B.

    This ice cream is just fantastic -- some of the best. If you want to have a meal first, try a quahog or two, and then follow it up with a couple scoops of Cookie Monster.

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    Mike P.

    I have had many good experiences with this place. First the staff wears gloves, so that is a plus in my book. Have a pretty good variety of flavors, including sugar free and frozen yogurt. Several specialty Sundays that are huge! Moderately priced, along with some good milkshakes. Haven't tried the food, but seems alright with some hotdogs if you want a cheap quick lunch.

    Shannon F.

    I was going to give dockside two stars, but I think that it would be misleading to do so. It really wasn't that bad, I just wasn't impressed. My mother got a peanut butter cup sundae, and I got a plain ol' chocolate chip scoop on a sugar cone. The ice cream itself was really good, the consistency being nice and it was flavorful. BUT, the chocolate chips that they use were actual chocolate chips that you would find at the store for making cookies, so they were huge and I think overall they detracted from what would have been a really good scoop of ice cream. You really had to chew the chips so I felt like I was eating a meal rather than a scoop of ice cream. If that doesn't bother you, than have at it. Also, the cone was slightly stale.

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    Best ice cream on the south coast! Always great to have a waffle cone and stroll around the harbor!

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    4 years ago

    Super nice staff, amazing waffle cones, good flavors! Serves Acushnet Creamery ice cream which is AMAZING!

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    12 years ago

    Same owners as Acushnet Creamery, but a better view and atmosphere considering it's right on the water. Delicious and worth the money!

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    What more could you want from a water-side, small-town, ice cream shoppe.

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    Zinneken's Belgian Waffles and Café - #9 Oreo Freakin Party

    Zinneken's Belgian Waffles and Café

    4.5(68 reviews)
    28.8 mi•College Hill

    This continues to be my favorite waffle place in the country. They are constantly releasing…read moredifferent flavors to stay on top of trends and they never fail. For this visit, some people in my group ordered the matcha waffle: matcha silky cream, chocolate drizzle, topped with fresh strawberries, while others including myself got the ube waffle: ube silky cream, drizzled condensed milk, and topped with fresh blueberries, bananas, raspberries, and coconut shavings. By default, these were on the liege waffle which is personally my favorite since it has a crispy and caramel like consistency. The ube cream was very creamy and smooth. The condensed milk was a great touch, as it acted like a syrup. The fresh fruits helped balance out the sweetness. The matcha one was also good. It reminded me a little of the dubai chocolate combination, mostly because of the colors. I've been seeing them add more and more drinks to the menu - mostly ones that resemble the waffle flavors. The prices have not changed much and they're still reasonable for the quality and quantity. There is plenty of seating in the lower area of their store. It is off of Thayer street so depending on the day, parking can be tough.

    I recently tried this coffee spot and thought it was just okay overall. The drinks didn't have as…read moremuch flavor as I was expecting. I ordered the crème brûlée coffee, and while it wasn't bad, it mostly just tasted like regular coffee without that rich, dessert like flavor you'd hope for. On the other hand, the tiramisu latte was actually really delicious. Honestly, I wish I could order a whole cake of just the tiramisu, it was the highlight for me. You definitely get more cake than the coffee, but it worked in its favor and tasted much better than the crème brûlée drink. It was nice to try, especially since everything looks so aesthetically pleasing, but it feels more like a place you visit for the vibe rather than a go to coffee run.

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    Toast N Jam - A bagel with an insane amount of meat, hash, brown, and red bliss home fries  with micro greens

    Toast N Jam

    4.3(42 reviews)
    6.9 mi

    What a wonderful breakfast spot! I've lived in the area for years and this was my first time in! It…read morewas so good! I went with an old coworker and she ordered French toast. She said it was delicious! I had a basic breakfast sandwich with a side of hollandaise. So tasty! We eat had breakfast and a drink and it was $20 for everything. What a steal! Dunkin is more expensive for breakfast! There was a ton of seating, but it was rather busy for a Wednesday morning! Food was out quickly and was hot! Loved that! Our server was super nice, i wish i had asked for her name! It looked like there wasn't a ton of parking, but there is also an additional lot around back and street parking if needed by chance! What a cute spot! I have to come back and try more items---they have some really yummy sounding French toasts!

    We had brunch here on a Sunday. We were looking for a place that had a different variety of…read morebreakfast food in this seem to be the best place. We made a reservation and seated as soon as we got there. The host is very nice. The menu is great. I liked that they had lattes on the menu and not just regular coffee. Although, we had both. The latte was small, but very good. I ordered the breakfast tacos without me and substituted the mozzarella for cheddar cheese. I got three pretty good sized tacos. That were really good, not a ton of flavor, but they were definitely fresh. We also got an order of the PB&J stuffed French toast, which was absolutely delicious. The peanut butter was warm inside and the French toast was cooked perfectly. We got a blueberry pancake for the table because they have homemade blueberry butter. That was absolutely delicious. No syrup needed! Overall, I really enjoyed the food, and the place was very cute inside. The bathroom was a little rundown and only had one working stall, but other than that it's definitely five stars. We will be back.

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    Nutella French toast.. I requested bananas..

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    Vic's Waffle House - Delicious waffle

    Vic's Waffle House

    4.3(616 reviews)
    73.4 mi
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    I know this review would be an outlier here but I can only speak of my experience…read more We were looking forward to checking this local diner out after just having moved in to the neighborhood. The exterior looked unassuming but was pleasantly surprised on the inside. Really old school vibe, handwritten receipts and used mic/speakers to call the next customers to be served. They have freshly squeezed orange juice which was nice. The hostesses were prompt and attentive. Our order however, arrived later than everyone else around us, waited ~30min for our orders. I made the mistake of ordering steak & eggs here. I thought I said steak tips, my husband confirmed that I said steak tips but the server insisted I said just steak. All of this would've been fine IF the steak hadn't been so bad. I asked for medium steak, hash browns and sunny eggs. I got served a greasy well done steak, this was a bad cut as well with plenty of rubbery connective tissue, the hash browns ended up soaking a lot of the grease, they were all poorly seasoned and honestly lost my appetite after seeing my meal. I had a really bad experience in this place and won't be returning. Not pictured: avocado toast on sour dough. The sour dough was a sandwich-style bread, rectangular loaf. Avocado mash was cold. Just to level your expectations. Pancakes were not note-worthy either. Do not bother. I think maybe their waffles are the best sellers so best stick to that when ordering. Did not feel good tipping at this joint but did so anyway. Certainly won't be returning.

    Earlier this morning, I decided at the last minute to have breakfast at Vic's Waffle House in…read moreTewksbury before I ran errands. Went with a half waffle, 2 slices of crispy but chewy pig, freshly squozen OJ and a cawfee. $11.51 before tip, and I was in and out in 30 minutes. Counter seating is the best for a singleton. It was decent and fast

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    Zinneken's - Harvard Square - Liege waffle

    Zinneken's - Harvard Square

    3.9(666 reviews)
    54.9 mi•Harvard Square, Riverside
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    TLDR: You can't go wrong with a warm, freshly made waffle…read morehere, but people definitely have their individual preferences. My recommendation is to go with the Liege waffle with berries and your pick of any other toppings. With a cozy atmosphere and the smell of warm waffles, this is an especially good spot during the colder months, but still a favorite in the warmer months too. ------ FOOD: THE LIEGE (5/5) The Liege waffle is the classic here and the one I'd recommend. Sweet, thick, and a richer snack (i.e. the satisfying treat you're probably looking for if you're stopping by a waffle shop). All of the topping combos are classic, and the berries they use here are high quality. Waffles come out hot and fresh after just being made, so if you order ice cream or whipped cream, know that you'll have to eat quickly if you don't want it to melt into the waffle. THE BRUSSELS (4.5/5) Besides the Liege, the Brussels waffle is an interesting choice and very different from the Liege. As the menu describes, it's definitely significantly lighter, and it's crispier in a different way (not from the caramelization of the pearl sugar but from crisped up batter similar to an Ego waffle). It's extremely delicate, so I'd recommend just doing some powdered sugar and maybe a chocolate drizzle or some whipped cream. ------ ENVIRONMENT / AMBIANCE: * Small shop on the edge of Harvard Square. Some window seating and a few small tables best for groups of 2 - 4. * Given how small it is inside, finding a seat during peak hours can be particularly challenging, and lines can be out the door too. ------ SERVICE: * Order at the kiosk and then find a seat (if you can). When a waffle is done, they'll call a name and come to you once you indicate that it's for you. * Water and utensils are self-service, and the expectation is that you put your plates, utensils, and cups away in a bin inside by the counter.

    Perfect for sitting quietly on a sunny afternoon, especially when you're feeling down…read more Gourmand Waffle: Liege waffle/banana/whipped cream/caramel. The ultimate sweetness is evident from the ingredients. The waffle was light and crispy on the outside, soft and moist on the inside; the sweetness of the banana and caramel is mellow and rich, the pearl sugar was slightly caramelized, and the sweetness of the cream was natural and light. Every bite offered a different layer of flavor. But most importantly, it was really sweet, and sweetness is the most soul-stirring enjoyment. It was sweet enough to bring peace, allowing you to temporarily escape the world and focus on this plate of beautiful fairytale. Café au Lait (Latte): Beautifully layered, with a natural milky aroma. But what does the menu mean by confusing café au lait with latte?

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