Recent coastal visit. My friend and I stopped . The stand is cute with picnic tables and umbrellas…read moreto sit. It was hot and the place was busy. I ordered a small mint chip ice cream in a waffle cone and my friend ordered a vanilla in a waffle cone. You order at one window and pick up at another. I looked in while waiting and was amazed at how immaculate it was. Some were wearing gloves which I also appreciated. The ice cream is Gifford but hit the spot. They also had light breakfast bagels, avocado toast and coffee. Overall affordable by today's prices as well. Staff friendly and very accommodating

We look forward to visiting Harbor Ice Cream every year on our vacation. The ice cream is very…read moregood, almost chewy, they have a ton of flavors. Even though they are very busy, their throughput process is very efficient as the wait is very short. The service is quick and friendly and of course you can't beat the mid coast Maine vibe.

This is a perfectly adorable ice cream shop. It is located just off the main highway in a very cute…read moreyellow building with a big ice cream cone on it. They have a large selection of ice cream flavors and sundaes. We had: Chocolate cone with M&M's (wafer cone) - my daughter LOVED - They put M&M's in the cone! Vanilla cone with M&M's (sugar cone) - my other daughter thoroughly enjoyed Whoopie Pie Sundae with hot fudge and salted caramel ice cream - delicious! With a fresh Whoopie pie underneath all the ice creamy, fudgey goodness The service is very friendly and the seating area is very clean. This is a great little spot - get in before word gets out....

This place was fantastic. The lady who waited on us was very nice and a pleasure to do business…read morewith. All the ice cream was delectable and homemade I think. Cool flavors and cool location right across from the water.I will definitely go back often

Great place to get some ice cream or coffee and baked goods! The ice cream was good. Sat at a…read morepicnic table and enjoyed the sunshine and ice cream!

Great place for a sweet treat! Prices are very reasonable and service was quick! Also loved…read moresupporting local here in Maine. FYI - one scoop is a BIG scoop, Lobster Tracks is vanilla ice cream with fudge and caramel cups and Mississippi Mud Slide is coffee with Oreo. Lots of people in line asked about those two so I thought I'd save you some time

I ordered the amarena gelato which is vanilla and cherries. What I got was definitely not gelato,…read morenot even close. It was gritty, dry and mealy in texture unlike a gelato which should be silky in texture. Furthermore, there was not a speck of cherry to be found. Waste of money. I took one bite and threw it out. Please don't advertise that you're serving gelato when it's not.

This place Doesn't exist. It must have closed. This was posted in 2025. The seating was still…read moreoutside but the shop was clearly closed

Yum! The village of Boothbay closes pretty early, but after 8:00 Downeast Ice Cream was still open…read moreand busy! The line out the door went quick and the employees had their work down to a science. Lots of great flavors, and there was something for everyone from our PB lovers, to mint with Andes pieces, to coffee sundaes. The line was efficient and one-way which made everything very organized. There was a lot of indoor seating, but their proximity to a big outdoor seating area made it even easier to find a seat.

I ordered the Black Forest Sundae, which is supposed to come with 2 scoops... but they surprised me…read morewith 3 massive scoops and a mountain of toppings spilling over the edges. It was absolutely delicious, though a little messy -- I love extra ice cream, just not the challenge of balancing it while battling drippage. The location is perfect, right in Boothbay with plenty of outdoor seating to enjoy your treat. They have a huge variety of flavors, so there's something for everyone. If you're looking for generous portions and classic Maine ice cream stand charm, this place delivers.

Really tasty ice cream and sorbet. Line is a little long but moves fairly quickly - you can decide…read morewhat you want from the huge selection while waiting in line. I had the rhubarb sorbet and raspberry truffle ice cream. The flavors were spot on! Rhubarb sorbet was so refreshing and the raspberry truffle was nostalgic and creamy. There are tables inside and out where you can enjoy it.

Good ice cream...many flavors to choose from..early season help need better customer service…read moretraining...especially Thursday afternoon help..didn't remember any of my order..had to repeat it twice..I used to own a candy and ice cream shop in Newport RI..I suggested they write it down as the order is taken...got an attitude.

Absolutely astounding blueberry ice cream--I didn't realize that blueberry flavor could be quite so…read morestrong! Maple walnut is solid too, for a good New England combo.

Great little ice cream place right by Sandy Beach, unique flavors and fantastic taste…read more I had the lavender ice cream and it was so yummy. Cute set up with chairs to look out in the bay and games for kids and adults.

My fiance has been coming here since he was a child, its a very loved spot by locals it seems…read more We went in july and it was really good! The texture and flavor of the ice cream is perfect and their menu is so cute and unique to them. I only wish there was a better place to enjoy your treat, more little tables and things. Otherwise, the service was quick and pleasant, especially being served by mainly teens.

Stopped in after dinner for a sweet treat. I ended up getting a small amaretto milkshake. The…read moreflavor was more subtle but satisfying. The small size was just right and it came out pretty quickly. A small line was starting to form as we were leaving. Most people stand outside or eat in their cars, as there was no seating.

They were very flexible and very nice. The ice cream was delicious, and they had a great selection…read moreof it. They had a very cute setup with lots of flowers. The kids left happy!

Such tasty ice cream in a cute beach town! Stopped while driving along Rt 1 on the way to Acadia,…read moreand River Ducks was a perfect treat for the long drive. The Maine blueberry and "puffin" peanut butter cookie dough flavors are a fantastic combo, in my experience. My husband tried the moose tracks and the cappucino crunch, which were also delicious. It's cash only, just as an FYI, but the portions are generous and the service is so friendly! Highly recommend for a summer cone!