Buffy's Ice Cream

What a hidden gem in South Chatham! We stayed at a Cape house just down the block from Short N'…read moreSweet, and I am so glad we did. This ice cream is awesome! We visited twice. The first time was a Sunday night in May and the line was literally out of the door! And I quickly understood why. Their ice cream is soooo good. Like seriously AMAZING. And even better? The bang for your buck! This is some of the most price favorable and high quality ice cream I've ever tried. Their XXL, which is 6 scoops and huge, is $8.90. I am shocked! Staff is also super nice and explained all of the flavors we had questions about to us. I tried their chocolate, strawberry, raspberry chocolate chip, s'mores, and phantom berry ice cream. All were amazing. My favorites were definitely the chocolate, s'mores, and phantom berry ice creams. All amazing options, I would seriously recommend this place!

The ice cream and frozen yoghurt stack up against my highest rated ice cream establishments. The…read more"coffee heath-bar" flavor was superb and I usually am unimpressed with coffee ice cream.

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2 scoops

Brick Block Ice Cream Shop

3.9(50 reviews)

0.8 mi

Adorable ice cream shop with some seating and great flavors. Line was out the door but did move…read morequickly. Great service. The flavors and toppings are standard but the vibe is charming. My only "criticism" is that there is no bathroom in this shop, but we were able to use the bathroom and wash hands at the park across the street.

This is such a cute little hole-in-the-wall ice cream parlor. They have a great variety of flavors…read moreto choose from, and it makes it fun to try something new each time. The decor is also really nice and gives the place a cozy, welcoming feel. Overall, it's a simple but charming spot to grab a sweet treat, and I'd definitely come back again.

Lots of flavors

Black Raspberry Chip

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Md Caramel Cookie dough/coffee

Schoolhouse Ice Cream

4.2(118 reviews)

5.3 mi

Loved Schoolhouse Ice Cream! Their vegan ice cream was genuinely delicious and perfectly suited our…read moredietary needs -- that alone would bring us back. The regular ice cream was a hit with the family too. Plus, the teenage staff running the shop were fantastic. Great experience all around.

My favorite ice cream on the Cape! GrapeNut custard is SO good and the people there are SO nice!! XOread more

Mud pie!

Mud pie

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Emack & Bolio's Ice Cream and Yogurt

3.4(59 reviews)

0.2 mi

Ice cream was SO good! The staff working there were super…read morefriendly. Highly recommend coming here. It's a little off the beaten path from the regular stores on the main road.

Best ice cream in Chatham downtown. Hidden, just off of Main Street. Nice service. Friendly people…read more Hidden gem.

Peanut butter oreo - very good didn't taste too artificial! long lines and cash only btw

This Sundae is a work of art.

Emack & Bolio's Ice Cream and Yogurt - Menu

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Chatham Squire Restaurant & Tavern

3.2(754 reviews)

0.1 mi

My family always enjoys a visit to the Squire when we are on the Cape. The food is good and prices…read moreare reasonable. Last evening the service was just OK. As for ambiance, the dining area seems to get seedier every year, it definitely could use a makeover. Just sweeping up the food debris on the floor around our booth would have made the dining experience more appealing.

This restaurant is a Chatham staple! I always stop in for lunch when I'm walking down Main Street…read more It has that quintessential Cape Cod feel, warm, welcoming, and filled with sailing memorabilia and nautical decor. I also love that there's both a full dining room and a separate bar area, so whether you're grabbing a quick lunch or sitting down with family, it fits the occasion. It's a popular spot, and you'll usually see plenty of families and larger groups enjoying a meal. The menu is full of fresh seafood and New England favorites. The clam chowder is a great way to start, and I always order the hot lobster roll. Great food, friendly service, and a comfortable atmosphere.

Can't have enough of this roll

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Live band

Chatham Penny Candy Store

2.8(20 reviews)

0.2 mi

The Chatham Penny Candy Store is a childhood favorite that never loses its charm. The nostalgic…read moreatmosphere, brings back so many core memories. They have an incredible selection of candies and treats. It's a sweet treat for all ages! The employees are friendly and helpful.

If I could give this place 0 stars I would. The staff is rude, unprofessional, mean and…read moreinappropriate to children. They demeaned and accused my son of crushing candies, when he picked up a baggie of Lego candies, and was checking if the pieces align. The older blonde woman that works there, yelled at him not to crush the candy, he replied that he was not crushing anything, just looking at the pieces. To which the woman yelled out that he was lying and she saw him. My older teen and her boyfriend, who were in charge of babysitting, came back to tell me of the incident. As I went to the store to figure out what happened, as the girls at the front were lazily sitting there without acknowledging any customers, I told them that they had accused my 9 year old son (who btw is probably one of the calmest kids I know, who just happens to love Legos and science, hence the curiosity for the Lego candy) of crushing candy. They denied knowledge of the incident and called the older woman to the front, who just started being rude, confrontational, snd paranoid as of what we were doing with our phones. Since I took some pictures prior, as I travel around the world and have a social media platform that posts about travel. She yelled for us to leave if we didn't like it, and then to just leave the store when I told her she was rude. How can an unhinged person like that run a candy store who mainly caters to children, yet seems to hate them??? As we were leaving, she just went out the store and was still yelling something, paranoid we recorded her. P.S.: This is not only a Candy Store, it's an OVERPRICED, STALE Candy, Cash only, RUDE, and unhinged Candy extravaganza store. Chatham could do so much better than this junk.

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Chatham Pier Fish Market

4.3(421 reviews)

0.6 mi

Best lobster roll I've ever had in MA. This is definitely worth the visit and I will be returning…read moreasap. They DO NOT skimp on the lobster meat and I literally had a whole big chunk of the tail included. Cold lobster rolls are superior! A must order is their fried scallops basket! Big, juicy, and tender scallops fried to perfection. They also have seasonal items that they offer, all lobster inspired so just another reason to visit. For a lobster roll and a scallop basket, bill total was about $70. Visited in the summer so lobster roll was MP (~$40).

Great scenic location to visit when on Cape Cod. The ordering process was easy…read more They will call out your order at a pickup window when it's ready. Decent amount of outdoor picnic table seating. Great views from the pier. the best clam chowder I've ever tried! The clam pieces were so big. It was delicious. I have to say I was somewhat disappointed with my lobster roll for the price. I wasn't expecting lettuce on there and just didn't really enjoy having that mixed in. The lobster pieces were massive though.

Outdoor seating

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Outdoor Seating

Chillers

4.6(14 reviews)

1.9 mi

Hawaiian ices are incredible! Delicious flavors & combinations like Shark Attack, so fun. Service…read moreis great and ambience with colorful picnic tables and big chair for pictures. One of our all-time favorite places on the Cape!!

My friend and I were craving shave ice and to my surprise Chillers is one of the only places on…read morecape that serves it. So we drove 45 minutes from Yarmouth to come try it out totally worth it! I got the shark attack shaved ice and it was delicious and refreshing for the hot day. The lady who was working was super nice she was incredible made our food quickly. It is super affordable like $12 for 2 small ices and they were filled to the brim! The shop is super cute looks like a Hawaiian bar! This is a great spot to come during the summer!

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Gustare Gourmet

4.0(26 reviews)

0.1 mi

I love their vinegars and oils. If you cannot visit the store, delivery is great! You should…read morevisit their store.

So expensive but what a great selection of infused oils and vinegar. The white balsamic with…read morewatermelon/rose was our teen's favorite and pairs well over fresh summer salads and crumbled feta. I was partial to the dark balsamic infused with maple or Amarena cherries. Drizzle that over fresh fruit. Yum. The base olive oil was ok, but too high priced. That said, the gremolata infusion was very clever. Nice over lamb, oxtail and/Or pappardelle.

Gustare Gourmet Tour of Italy gift box including 100% extra virgin olive oil and traditional aged balsamic vinegars (from Mod...

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Inside the Gustare Gourmet store with beautiful decor and kitchen items along with olive oil and vinegars

Cape Cod Coffee

3.8(82 reviews)

1.4 mi

We are staying in Chatham for the week and have stopped here before. The bagel sandwiches are okay…read more Nothing fancy, quite pedestrian. The menu is limited so be sure to peruse before stopping. A bit surprised they didn't have cranberry juice but a handful of iced tea choices... on the Cape...NO cranberry juice! LOL Service was slow... noticed very difficult for the person behind the counter and a handful of customers as far as communication/ understanding. For people dining on the patio...you need to walk down a slope in back for the restroom accessed via the patio - towards the dumpsters...the wet grass made it Super Fun. The features on Yelp state outdoor seating and dogs ARE allowed yet there are two or three signs posted no pets in eating area along the picnic tables. Which is it? Are the dogs allowed inside or outside? Either update your Yelp settings or remove those signs. Can't have it both ways. Won't be back.

This coffee place has a spacious open parking lot with plenty of parking spaces, outdoor seating…read moreareas, and welcoming indoor seating. Service is very friendly. The interior decor is a perfect blend of style creating an atmosphere that is both uplifting and unpretentious. Their deli offers made-to-order sandwiches and customers can delight in ordering coffee while exploring a range of 6-8 dispensers offering several flavors and decaf options to suit every taste. The clientele is predominantly local, fostering a sense of community.

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Whoopie pie. Too much icing but very good.

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Tina M.

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1 year ago

Buffy's Ice Cream - Chatham, MA Buffy's is a bright, cheerful stop right on Main Street in Chatham and absolutely worth a visit. They're known for their creative Chatham Ice Cream Bars, but none were available during our visit. A little disappointing, but the scoops did not disappoint. We had: * Vanilla Cherry Chip (Kitty Cup) - Creamy, full of real cherry pieces, and surprisingly generous in portion. * Café Latte - Smooth, not overly sweet, with just the right coffee flavor. The menu is packed with unique flavors like Peanut Butter & Jelly, Coconut Oreo, and dairy-free options like Black Raspberry and Vanilla. Everything is homemade, and you can tell from the texture and flavor. The guy at the counter was super friendly and explained everything well. The space has a light, fun, almost retro beach-town vibe,pink walls, ice cream props, and that perfect summer energy. Buffy's is a solid pick for anyone exploring Chatham. Come back when they have the ice cream bars,they sound next level. read more

James M.

Elite 24

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3 years ago

Buffy's Ice Cream deserves a solid five stars! The ice cream sandwich is a heavenly treat that combines rich, creamy flavors with the perfect cookie texture, creating a delightful symphony for the taste buds. The bacon Affogato is a unique masterpiece, blending the smokiness of bacon with the boldness of espresso, resulting in a surprisingly harmonious and unforgettable experience. The innovative menu and exceptional quality make Buffy's a must-visit for any ice cream enthusiast. read more

Emma V.

3 years ago

Amazing staff, amazing ice cream, amazing atmosphere. This place as the only homemade ice cream in Chatham, the ice cream bars are out of this world. And they are very accommodating with allergens, (I have celiac and eat here without a problem) read more

Viktoriya M.

6 years ago

Absolutely disgusting place. People who work here hide their rudeness behind their mask. Do not go there! Plenty of friendly places around even during this difficult times. read more

Benjamin A.

6 years ago

Woman with curly blond hair is awfully rude to kids. Lots of ice cream shops, it's not smart business to be so rude to a 3 yr old kid. Unfortunate shameful person. read more

Jeff M.

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9 years ago

Ice cream was very good a must stop and try. Staff was friendly and helpful!!!! Lots of Flavors milk shakes were awesome.. read more

C.E. D.

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2 years ago

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K X.

Elite 24

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2 years ago

Not memorable, but finished it all if that means anything. Nothing outstanding, nothing bad.

Hannah B.

1 year ago

Amazing ice cream & cappuccinos!! The service was great I will definitely be going back!

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