38 Best Ice Cream Shops near Portsmouth

“Clementine’s has the BEST ice cream in Rhode Island! Highly recommend.“

“Stopped by on our way out of Portsmouth. We wanted a cup of coffee and ice cream. Both were great. People were friendly and the store had a great atmosphere. After getting our iced coffee and ice cream for the kids we went around back where there were some nice benches and shaded areas to sit.

Parking was easy to get in and out of again. If we want ice cream and coffee we will make the little extra trip outside of Middletown to stop here.“

“Absolutely delicious. I chose the maple walnut and I was amazed.“

“Great ice cream, great customer service, great prices! My boyfriend loved their chocolate malted milkshake, while I just get maple walnut or coffee. The price for both of us was under $11!
The atmosphere reminds me of the old Cross Eyed Cow from my childhood (it was where Sakonnet River Grill's grab n go currently is). If you're in or around Tiverton and haven't tried Caf's its really worth stopping in!
Additionally, I noticed a sign that said that 10% of all proceeds go to helping people around the world. There were also photos throughout of, Im assuming, the owner and the children that they've helped. I don't know the owner personally, but it seems like they're doing the good Lord's work while also serving some great ice cream.“

“I’ve gone to Somerset Creamery my whole life, but I hadn’t been in several years. I figured my nostalgia was probably over-hyping it, but I went back yesterday and it was even better than I remembered. I got the cookie dough in a waffle cup and it was so creamy and delicious! Probably the best ice cream around, definitely the creamiest!“

“Love their ice cream! Creative, delicious flavors: my favs fluff n nutter and pumpkin pie (with real pie crust 🎃) 😊 and the milk shakes are outta this world good! ❤️“

“We are addicted! Love my rice bowls“

“Staff is wonderful, family owned business that us locals will always support. ❤️“

“So good.. and super nice people!!! Loved the cappuccino gelato and watermelon sorbet!“

“We love the Inside Scoop! The best“

“Whenever I'm in Rhode Island, Del's frozen lemonade is my absolute must-have favorite treat! I look forward to it every summer! Whether it be from the cart on Block Island or from this shop. Lily assisted me with my purchase yesterday. She was friendly, kind, and polite! It was my great pleasure meeting this young woman who provided such exceptional service!“

“Somerset Creamery is an absolute gem! From the moment you walk up to the window, you’re hit with the sweet aroma of freshly made waffle cones and the buzz of happy customers who know they’ve found something special. The ice cream is rich, creamy, and full of flavor—clearly made with care and high-quality ingredients.

Whether you go for a classic like chocolate chip or try one of their unique seasonal flavors, every scoop is a treat. Portions are generous, prices are fair, and the staff is always friendly and patient, even on busy summer nights. The homemade waffle cones are a must-try—warm, crispy, and the perfect companion to any flavor.

Somerset Creamery is more than just a place to grab ice cream; it’s a local tradition and a highlight of any summer day. If you’re anywhere near the area, do yourself a favor and stop by. You won’t be disappointed!“

“Tried it for the first time just before they closed up for the Winter. 👍✅“

“Decided to try a new ice cream spot tonight! The Ice Cream Garage just turned into our new favorite local spot! Staff was Uber friendly and accommodating....allowing us to try some flavors. The ice cream was DELICIOUS! Creamy and packed with lots of goodness!“

“The chipwiches (is that the correct version of the plural of chipwich or should it be chipwitch/chipwitches as they are bewitching? Or is it Chipwhiches as in which one should I get?) were tasty, both the vanilla and the strawberry. No, I personally did not eat both at one sitting but rather the kids ate half of each and they loved them. My wife and I finished them off. The prices were fair and the quality was excellent. The staff was nice and availablity and the napkin quantity were excellent. We will be back.“

“The cake my daughter got is so beautiful!! Tracy did a wonderful job! Will be back cake was delicious thanks“

“This was the best ice cream we ever had.... we went here every night on vacation“

“Can’t wait to go back Again 😋😋“

“galactic theater is the best music venue in New England. Dave and his team of human beings keep a fun vibe, great music and interesting line-ups almost every night of the week. I'll be performing here on Fri Feb 6 with my associate, Jake Perry. I highly recommend coming to this location regardless of which night it is. you'll always find something worth checking out!“

“Kind staff. Good selection of ice cream and options. Wonderful customer service. Clean. Bright and welcoming. The couple block walk up from the waterfront was well worth it for such a pleasant experience from first interaction to last. Thank you for making sure Bristol has a place to enjoy ice cream and time with friends.“

“Haven't been to the shop in a long time.. took my mom to grab ice cream.. didn't disappoint.. as delicious as I remember.. staff was super friendly.. will definitely go again when I'm in the area..parking is limited so I would not go at a peak time“

“Yum! Servers were super friendly.“

“You can never go wrong with Ben & Jerry’s! This location is a good one to visit for the amazing the amazing harbor views.

The staff are always friendly, and go above and beyond. The ice cream always tastes amazing! To the staff that recently took care of me I was very appreciative of your help and I cannot wait to return.“

“Ordered here for the first time today and OMG it’s amazing. Everything was good and I’m so happy I finally tried it!! So yummy!!“

“Our group of 12 stopped in at Yiayia's Cafe and walked away seriously impressed. From the moment we sat down, the staff treated us like family — warm, attentive, and genuinely happy to have us, even with a table our size. The food was outstanding across the board, with that homemade, made-with-love quality that's hard to fake. We enjoyed it so much that we came back a second time during our trip, which says it all. Portions were generous, service stayed friendly and quick even when we were a big group, and the whole vibe felt authentic rather than touristy. Highly recommend for anyone in the area looking for a genuinely great meal and warm hospitality. We'll be back next time we're in town!“

“My grandson has many food allergies, but this is one of the few places he can go. The staff is aware of his allergies and do what needs to be done so he can enjoy his lemonade without worry. We will always be back.“

“I was visiting Newport and decided to stop by your shop with a friend to get ice cream around 4pm on August 31st when we pointed out to the young guy making the order that he gave me the wrong cone. After pointing out that we asked for waffle cone he became very rude and started throwing things around and even swore. Needless to say we will not be returning there again.“

“awesome been to the one in Newport and Port St Lucie Florida. bought an apple some Carmel popcorn as well as fudge“

“Friends and I met here, Sunday of Labor Day weekend. They’d already been another time and were excited to try the dinner menu. Because of the timing and the slight passing sprinkle, we were seated quickly on the rail outside. We decided to order some apps to share and after eating them, ordered entrees. In addition to loving the calamari, we enjoyed the crudo so much that we ordered another serving. Both couples shared burgers which were excellent. The cucumber salad was good but I won’t be dreaming about it the same way I will be all the seafood items we ordered. We finished up the evening with ice cream cones. I didn’t try any of the cocktails as the friends I was with are wine drinkers and had ordered a bottle before I arrived. The plastic cutlery and glassware weren’t ideal but I can understand how this is a challenge for them given their location and setup. Will definitely be back soon!“

“This is hands down the best Sonic Drive-In in Massachusetts as it is the only one in the eastern part of the state that still provides dine in service. Plus, the staff went above and beyond to help me out with a purchase when the app could not process my order. I would come more often if I lived in the area.“

“Located right in front of the pier. Went there to get a coffee and a turnover before a race, and took my goodies to eat sitting on a bench while looking at the landscape. They do have tables inside, but if the weather is right, I highly recommend to eat outdoors. The service was quick, and the food hit the spot.“

“to the young man Jose who was running the counter today 10-23-21!! You are excellent!!!!!a million stars! I can't believe how hard you worked and you were polite! fast! and did a fantastic job cooking! your the reason I go there. your worth every penny they pay you and more!! LOTS MORE! Keep up the great work!“

“Awesome ice cream but very inconsistent on soft serve cone sizes either really big or very small no matter what size we order.“

“Amazing cupcakes! Moist, delicious, and great flavor choices!!“

“I had a wonderful breakfast experience at Newport Creamery! The food was delicious and perfectly cooked, making for a great start to the day. What truly stood out was my server, Curtis—he was absolutely fantastic. Curtis was attentive, friendly, and made sure everything was just right. His excellent service really enhanced the whole visit. Highly recommend stopping by for a tasty breakfast and great service!“

“I came in after not going for a couple of years because it’s so far away and my experience was exceptional. I told the waitress I was ordering a lot and would need a to go box because I would not eat it all and she brought the box before the food instead of at the end and that’s what I wanted. I didn’t have to say it. They were great. The waitresses even tag teamed the tables.“