Summer means trips to the beach, barbeques on the back patio, long sunny days and treating yourself to something cool and delicious like a heavenly scoop of your favorite flavor of ice cream.
As summer is now in full swing, we thought this would be the perfect time to explore the delicious assortment of ice cream and sweet treats that can be found in Burlington. Try them all to determine your favorite flavor and toppings.
Schoolhouse Ice Cream & Yogurt
Schoolhouse Ice Cream & Yogurt Stop in at Schoolhouse Ice Cream & Yogurt this summer to get your ice cream fix as they offer homemade ice cream made with the highest quality ingredients from around the globe. Enjoy one of the more than forty flavors of ice cream and nine flavors of yogurt. Don’t forget to add those toppings and sauces to enhance those melt-in-your-mouth scoops.
Owners Rob and Betty opened Schoolhouse in 2003, taking a leap of faith in the business. They knew they had something good with the combination of their quality homemade ice cream, toppings like cocoa powder from Holland and nuts from California, and by hiring the most welcoming team members. This perfect combo provides a recipe for guests to return over and over.
If you are looking for a challenge while you enjoy your ice-cold concoction, try the Sunday Bucket Challenge. This fun challenge invites guests to attempt to eat 10 scoops of ice cream, 10 toppings, 4 bananas, and an entire can of whipped cream in one sitting. Winning the challenge isn’t easy as only 1-in-10 have succeeded.
Schoolhouse Ice Cream and Yogurt is located at 216 Cambridge Street in Burlington and is open Sunday through Thursday from 12:00 pm to 9:30 pm and Friday through Saturday from 12:00 pm to 10:00 pm.
Cold Stone Creamery
Located on Wayside Road in Burlington, the Cold Stone Creamery has been in operation for more than 30 years. They are known for serving customers the freshest Ice Cream Creations™, Cakes, Shakes and Smoothies.
Not only is the ice cream made fresh in the store daily but they use only the finest ingredients as they mix in your choice of candy on the cold, frozen granite stone making for a one-of-a-kind ice cream experience.
Choose from one of their many homemade flavors or opt for a signature creation, cake, drink, or take something pre-packed for later. You won’t be disappointed with the experience or the deliciousness you choose.
Nova Gelato & Bakery
Just inside the Burlington Mall, you will find a unique and rather tasty ice cream option – Nova Gelato and Bakery.
The freshly made, bold taste of gelato can’t be beat at Nova. Gelato is the richer, denser, and smoother relative to American ice cream. From their most popular chocolate gelato to the sensational flavors of Sea Salt Caramel, Hazelnut or Triple Vanilla, Nova Gelato and Bakery has exactly what you need to cool down on a hot summer day. Check out their full menu including gelatos, sorbets, and gelato shakes.
Milkshake Lovers
Located inside the Burlington Mall on Middlesex Street is a milkshake-lovers paradise. Milkshake Lovers offers delicious milkshakes and smoothies with several flavors, all made with fresh ingredients. Enjoy authentic Brazilian Açai with fresh fruits and many other amazing toppings.
Enjoy a refreshing milkshake this summer while you escape the heat and wander the shops of the Burlington Mall.
Cookie Monstah Bakeshop
While the Cookie Monstah Bakeshop is known for its freshly baked cookies of many varieties, what keeps customers coming back is the ice cream cookie combo!
Located on Burlington Mall Road, the Burlington Bakeshop is the perfect place to stop to enjoy an ice cream sandwich made with Richardson’s Ice Cream and freshly baked cookies that are crafted with Callebaut chocolate, bourbon vanilla, and farm fresh butter.
Originally started in a shop in Danvers, MA as well as found in blue food trucks in Boston during the lunch rush, now Cookie Monstah can be found in seven bakeries across the North Shore and at key food truck stops like Dewey Square, the Greenway and Franklin and Pearl Streets.
If you are craving a scoop of delicious ice cream as a sweet treat this summer, consider one of these shops in Burlington. Remember… everything in life is better with ice cream.