At this point I haven't had frozen yogurt in a long time ever since the frozen yogurt craze in the…read more2010s. There seems to be a shortage of frozen yogurt shops now, especially shops where you can still scoop your own toppings and pay by weight. The interior is beach-themed, I'd even say 2010s style. They have some tables inside, which are shaped like surfboards. Even a little snack bar to purchase to go with your froyos. I didn't catch the price per weight, but my cup came out to be around $7-8 after tax which seems to be about the standard nowadays for frozen yogurt and ice cream. They have a bunch of different flavors of frozen yogurt as well as both a fresh/fruit bar as well as a dry topping bar and fudge. Free wifi too! As for parking, they have some street parking as well as a few streets around the area that non-residents can park at if the spots right outside are filled. They also offer stamp cards that they stamp when u make a purchase. All in all, a cute froyo shop that is pretty yummy, with a great variety (bonus for mochi!) of toppings that will now be my new go-to froyo spot!

Great frozen yogurt with a range of optional toppings. Priced by weight. Wonderful summertime treat…read moreavailable year round!

Creamy delicious ice cream with fun rotating flavors. Friendly servers although the line moved a…read morebit slowly if there is one. Warm and well lit interior make for a cozy eatery.

Rancatore's Ice Cream and Yogurt is a neighborhood ice cream shop known for its house-made flavors,…read morefrozen yogurt, and rotating seasonal specials. We walked into a small, clean space with the feel of a longtime local favorite, the kind of place where the display case is filled with a mix of familiar classics and more adventurous offerings that make it hard to choose just one. The shop had a warm, unpretentious energy with a steady flow of customers coming in for a scoop, and the option to sample flavors before deciding made the decision process feel more interactive. The menu goes beyond the standard selections with unique flavors alongside classic favorites, making it easy to find something whether we were looking for a familiar scoop or something more adventurous. We tried a few options and found the Cocoa Joel standing out as a rich, chocolate-forward flavor that felt indulgent without being too heavy. The basil chocolate chip was another highlight, with a subtle herbal note that made it feel distinct from a typical chocolate chip scoop. Other popular choices like kulfi, sea salt caramel, mango, pistachio, and cookies and cream gave us plenty of variety to explore across multiple visits. The shop also serves milkshakes, sundaes, and customizable ice cream cakes, with generous portions that made even the smaller cup sizes feel satisfying. The quality of the ice cream was consistent, with a smooth, creamy texture that held up well against the flavors. The staff were friendly and patient throughout our visit, creating a welcoming atmosphere whether we were stopping in alone, with friends, or bringing the whole family. They offered samples without hesitation and guided us through the rotating selection without making the experience feel rushed. The shop itself is small and cozy, more focused on the ice cream than the seating, and it works best as a quick stop for a scoop rather than a place to linger for a long time. Overall, Rancatore's Ice Cream and Yogurt is an easy place to return to for homemade ice cream with a mix of classic and creative flavors. The quality of the ice cream, rotating flavor selection, and neighborhood atmosphere have helped make it a local staple for years, offering a dependable stop for a satisfying scoop whenever we are in the area.

Cabot's Ice Cream in Newtonville is exactly the kind of old-school ice cream spot you hope to find…read morewhen you're craving a good sundae. The first thing that stood out was the portion size and value. For around $7.50 you get two scoops of ice cream with whipped cream, a cherry, and a topping of your choice, which already feels generous. If you go for the regular size, you actually get three scoops, which makes it even better for sharing. There are so many flavors available, and we were happy to see that many of the ice creams are eggless, which is great for vegetarians. The texture of the ice cream was incredibly creamy, and the coffee ice cream was especially delicious with a rich, smooth flavor. We also tried the nachos, which were surprisingly really good and made a nice savory snack before dessert. Between the big portions, classic ice cream flavors, and nostalgic dessert-parlor vibe, Cabot's definitely feels like a local hidden gem in the Newtonville area. If you're around Newton or Boston and want a satisfying ice cream dessert, this place is worth checking out.

We're regulars here. Glad to have an ice cream restaurant in the area…read more The only complaint is that server Jarelin G. does not seem like she wants to be there, which makes customers wonder why she's there looking so miserable and making us lose our appetite. She should really not be there to destroy the moods of those seeking to lighten up from an ice cream joy.

CUTE place and they made a wonderful mint chip frappe. Came out to a nice round 10 whole dollars…read more No stomach ache, super minty, pale artificial green. Not the best I've ever had but I love that they're right there in town. A business I want to support! The ice cream was so nice. Service is great.

Swung by when I was in the area. There's public lots nearby so parking isn't an issue. It was a…read morecold day in November and there weren't many people when I first walked in but by the time I left, patrons were waiting for my seat. Service is fast, there's a variety of different flavors, and different offerings. I got pistachio ice cream and a slice of baklava cheesecake, which was very unique. Pistachio ice cream was great but I might stick with the regular cheesecake next time. Looks like the go-to spot for cold treats in the area. Would stop by again if I was around.

I really wish this place was more of a *real* ice cream shop. The fact that the ice cream counter…read moreis never staffed (you have to get the coffee shop workers on the other side of the wall to assist you), is Big Clue #1 that something is awry. Big Clue #2 that they're not a *real* ice cream shop: I think their ice cream has been sitting around in those freezer chests for a long, long time. My scoop of pumpkin very well might have been left over from last year (it was both chewy and crunchy), and the consistency of my chocolate chip scoop was not much better. Plus, it literally (and I mean literally) only had two chocolate chips in it. Two! In an entire scoop! The last time I had ice cream here (probably a year ago), the quality was fine. Perhaps it's the same batch--just a year later? Who knows. Big Clue #3: Coffee shops and ice cream shops really are catering to different clientele--who'd like to patronize said businesses at different hours. Who ever heard of an ice cream shop that closed at 6pm? I really, really, really wanted to fall madly in love with Sebastian's when this place first opened nearly two years ago. I totally envisioned myself hunkered in at one of their tables, a bowl of artisinal ice cream laid out in front of me while penning my very own heartbreaking work of staggering genius. Oh well . . . I'm not going to blame Sebastian for my writer's drought, but I do take his name in vain each and every time I find myself succumbing to Friendly's. Grrr.

Extension of Cafe on the Common. Phenomenal Non-fat Strawberry Yogurt!!! I had it in a cone with…read moretwo scoops for $3.75 and had to pay next door at Cafe on the Common since the register wasn't working which wasn't a problem since the two spaces are connected and I was going over to the other side to enjoy some free wifi anyway. Actually, I'm sitting in Cafe on the Common right now and the ac is crisp and cold and the jazz music music is filtering in at just the right volume. Great new place and looks closed from the outside (due to the dark tint) but is a beautiful space of dark wicker chairs and granite tables with local art featured on the birch paneled walls. All the ice cream is churned out by hand and homemade. They use fresh fruit (and offer more fresh fruit toppings than Lizzy's albeit less dry toppings like KitKats, Oreos, coconut, etc.).

I got the ice cream sandwich. It was intense. Creamy ice cream. Rich buttery cookies. Only…read morecomplaint is the size (way too big), and the cookies were not quite as soft as I'd like. Also - don't go all chocolate. It's too rich! The price was also very high. $9.31 for an ice cream sandwich. If I were to do it again, I'd go simpler flavors, and find a friend to split it with me :) Very clean store, well lit, and the servers were friendly and helpful -

Amazing milkshake. Intensely flavorful. Perfect density and texture. Massively sized. A dinner…read moresubstitute -- not sorry! Service was cheery and speedy!

Best fish moily and tadka daal Love this place, best to go…read morein person for their beautiful presentation. It's a bit too pretty to take out :)

Excellent, tasty food! Really friendly and professional service. Comfortable seating was pretty…read morequiet while we were there for lunch. They expanded to have a new separate "sports" bar, more seating and tv options. Great option for lunch or dinner on Moody St. Excellent Naan!

I drove by here for over a decade and never had the chance to stop but I stopped today The vibe…read moreinside is aged comfort. Marble tables with mismatched chairs and beat up old leather sofas. Chandeliers that have to harken back to much older tenants in this space. The food is good, I had a ham egg and cheese on croissant and it was wonderful. The croissant was surprisingly fresh. The cappuccino was rounded and smooth and didn't taste at all burnt. Service was ok. Polite but not engaging, my cappuccino was forgotten entirely and I had to ask for it again but it was then made promptly. Regulars that came in behind me had a completely different experience. Service was bright and engaging for them. Again, there was nothing BAD about my service, it was just milquetoast and the baristas seemed disinterested. This is definitely a place where people come and linger and there were folks sprawled about the sofas and typing away at the tables. If I lived in Waltham, I's probably make it a staple in my routine. But I did not linger long, I ate my sandwich, sipped half my coffee and took the rest on my way. I have a feeling this is the kind of place that just grows on you overtime, that said, if you need a coffee or tea and a snack on your way, this may be worth a stop.

5 years later same review. Very good dry cappuccino (bless you) , friendly service, great…read moreambience. You could get some work done here. Just as I said last time--you'd have to be a real Scrooge not to give this place high marks. If you have a little gem like this in your town, you should support it. Also. Get the molasses ginger cookie!