Insider tips
Ice cream reviews
When you're vacationing somewhere new, insider tips help. So we asked the foremost experts in ice cream, kids under 13, for their opinions. They graciously agreed, as long as we bought the ice cream.
Old School House
Route 28, South Chatham · 2 cones up
The kids' review
- Fun atmosphere
- Flavors sampled: Mocha Chip, Mint Chocolate Chip and Crunchasaurus
- Large portions
- Very yummy, with "crunchy thingies"
- Free sprinkles
- Big chocolate chunks
Parental perspective: Nice atmosphere. The owners are very nice people.
Kreme 'N' Kone
1653 Main Street, West Chatham · 1 cone up
The kids' review
- Basic atmosphere
- Flavor sampled: Lemon
- Unique variety of flavors
- Was really a "twirl"
Parental perspective: Casual atmosphere. The building smells of fried seafood, since they also serve a big seafood menu.
Emack & Bolio's
Route 6A, Orleans, and Chatham · 2 cones up
The kids' review
- Fun flavors
- Bleeding Heart: raspberry swirl in vanilla with big heart-shaped chocolate chips
- Flavors go well together
- Yummy and creamy
Reviews are from past summers. Shops, flavors and hours change, so check before you go.