Cabots Ice Cream & Restaurant
(617) 964-9200
743 Washington St
Newtonville,
MA
02460
42.3523
-71.2044
Neighborhood: Chestnut Hill
What People Are Saying About Cabots Ice Cream & Restaurant
The Editor
Eric Grossman
Citysearch
In Short
Ice cream spot first, restaurant second: Cabot's is an area destination for a kid-friendly, old-fashioned ice cream parlor feel. Ice cream concoctions run the gamut from five-scoop sundaes to thick frappes. Unusual parfaits are also available. Food offerings include standard comfort faves like grilled cheese sandwiches, hot dogs and an array of chopped salads. Family-owned for more than three decades, it's a Newton staple where practically every Little League team ends its season.
User Reviews
BostonDiner
May 26, 2009
What more could you ask for? this is a true throw back to the classic. I have never been disappointed with an experience at cabot's. it's a great place to bring the kids for a special treat!
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mfoodscritique
November 23, 2007
Cabot's has good food, but very bad service. My party has waited 20 minutes to be served after being seated, been treated poorly by rude waitresses who don't seem to want to be there, and then has had to pay a very impersonal and unfriendly cashier. I had always thought that Cabot's was a nice family-friendly breakfast and icecream restaurant, but it seems that only certain types of people or families are served well. This may not happen to everyone, but I wouldn't go there again unless I wanted to be treated in a discriminatory manner.
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phlordsfo
August 18, 2007
Step back in time to the ice cream shop where Jan and Marsha worked on that unforgettable episode of the Brady Bunch. Cabot's is a wonderful blast from the past. Last night, we were craving ice cream and checked out what Phantom Gourmet had to say... Cabot's was listed as a hidden gem, and while the crowds would indicate otherwise, it is indeed a gem. While the service was fine - nothing special - the high school students and grandmas running the show did lack the grumpiness and attitude so prevalent at establishments within Boston proper. The ice cream and frozen yogurt menu overwhelmed us with its enormous selection of ice creams, hot toppings, cold toppings, and mix-ins. How is one to decide between the infinite combinations or even the delectable choices they've already figured out for you? Needless to say, our huge sundaes were phenomenal. Creamy, decadent ice cream, fabulous toppings. What more could you want? For an all around great time, fill your belly up at Cabot's. I can't wait to go back. It may not be as trendy or as supposedly unique as local chains like JP Licks or Emack & Bolio's but boy does this place make up for it in how wonderful it is all around.
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The Extras:
Health conscious? You don't have to have a hot fudge sundae with ice cream--non-dairy and yogurt options are available.
Know Before You Go:
Keeping in line with its old-fashioned theme, Cabot's accepts cash only. If you fail to bring enough, there's an ATM in the front lobby.
Category:
Ice Cream Parlors, Diners, Dessert Shops
Payment Methods:
American Express, Cash, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Family-Friendly Dining, Special Occasion Dining, Brunch, Cheap Eats
Smoking Permitted:
No
