Homemade Goodness in Orleans
The Ice Cream Cafe in Orleans has been making their own ice cream for over 20 years. Located at 5 S. Orleans Road (right next to Cooke’s Seafood), this local spot offers something for everyone with their small-batch ice cream made right on the premises.
What Makes It Special
With over 40 flavors of scooped ice cream, they go way beyond the basics:
- Chocolate Chili Pepper
- Indian Pudding
- Key Lime
- Salty Caramel
- Seasonal options like Pumpkin Pie in fall
They also make premium soft serve that can be mixed with fresh fruit or candy bits like Oreo or Heath Bar.
Options for Everyone
The cafe stands out with its inclusive menu:
- Vegan and non-dairy options made with coconut or soy (Toasted Coconut-Oreo, Salty Caramel)
- Vegan soft serve
- Fruit sorbets and sherbets
- Gluten-free cones with strict no-cross-contamination rules
Beyond Ice Cream
They’ve expanded beyond just frozen treats:
- Frozen yogurt blended with real fruit or candy
- Organic, fair-trade coffee from Dean’s Beans
- Custom ice cream cakes (order 48 hours ahead)
- Seasonal sorbet coolers like Caribbean and Razzle Dazzle
The Ice Cream Cafe reopens each April after winter break. For the latest updates, call 508-240-0003 or check their website. Can’t make it to the shop? Look for their ice cream truck around town!