We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers:
Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.

Toscanini's Ice Cream

899 Main St, Cambridge, MA 02139-3512
617-491-5877
Menu
Update restaurant details
Ranked #1 of 498 restaurants in Cambridge
Price range: $1 - $20
Cuisines: Dessert, Fast Food, Ice Cream
Good for: Families with children, Dining on a budget
Dining options: Late Night, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Families with children, Dining on a budget
Dining options: Late Night, Dessert
Write a Review

100 reviews from our community

93% Recommend
    72
    22
    6
    0
    0
Rating summary
    Food
    Service
    Value
    Atmosphere
Date Rating
Jacksonville, Florida
Senior Contributor
47 reviews 47 reviews
26 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 22 cities Reviews in 22 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW via mobile

I've never been to an ice cream shop like this. Blackberry basil? Toasted coconut? Saffron orange khulfee? So imaginative! Of course they also have "normal" flavors. The atmosphere is cool, kind of like a coffee shop for the local students. This ice cream was delicious and I made an effort to go back one more time before leaving the Boston... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by Alison G for Cambridge
Gloucester, Massachusetts
Top Contributor
255 reviews 255 reviews
206 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 93 cities Reviews in 93 cities
58 helpful votes 58 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013 NEW

They aren't lying when they say they're the world's best ice cream- it's true! I haven't had ice cream in forever so after a very disappointing meal elsewhere, my friend and I stopped in here for coffee and were tempted by the ice cream. We ended up splitting an orange chocolate cup and wow- decadent and delicious. I bought a... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by quiet_wave for Cambridge
boston
Top Contributor
52 reviews 52 reviews
24 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2013

I have been to Toscanini's several times and I have never been dissatisfied. The toughest part of the visit is deciding what ice cream to try.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by davetcmom for Cambridge
Acton, Massachusetts
Top Contributor
88 reviews 88 reviews
44 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 46 cities Reviews in 46 cities
40 helpful votes 40 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2013

This is exceptional ice cream and a must go to for dessert when nearby. The servers are happy to let you stand and taste several and that causes a problem because so many of the flavors are wonderful We went (again) last week and we had the butter with brownie and the hazlenut. Each was fabulous. Portions are large and... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by MikeBirdman for Cambridge
Cambridge, Massachusetts
Senior Contributor
30 reviews 30 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2013

I have tried all the ice cream and frozen yogurt shops in Cambridge (and many in Somerville and Boston). Many of them are quite good, but there is no doubt the ice cream here is the best. Toscanini's is hip and experimental with its flavors, and not every one of them is a total success, but most of them are... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 13 more reviews by ii2yeah for Cambridge
New York City, New York
Reviewer
4 reviews 4 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2013

The ice cream was very good & they had a variety of flavors. We went to this place the 2 nights we stayed in Boston & each time it was pretty crowded. I can see why people like this place, it's small but cozy & the ice cream was very good.

Was this review helpful? Yes
Cambridge, Massachusetts
Reviewer
3 reviews 3 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 5, 2013

There are touch stones to its past sprinkled about the shop, and the ice cream has incredible flavor which got it noticed in the first place.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by John R for Cambridge
darnestown md
Top Contributor
78 reviews 78 reviews
44 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 38 cities Reviews in 38 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 2, 2013

Hard to find if you are not in the area. I wouldn't make a special trip here(like we did). B3 was very good, but I thought the other flavors were just average. And I tried a lot of them(as the staff was very generous giving out samples). It is a cute place and also has hot tea and coffe. So... More

Was this review helpful? Yes
Boston, Massachusetts
Senior Contributor
48 reviews 48 reviews
20 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 25, 2013

The best Ice-cream outside Italy. We tried the burnt caramel and it was mind-boggling. Don't miss it.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 2 more reviews by Isambard40 for Cambridge
Boston, Massachusetts
Senior Contributor
33 reviews 33 reviews
18 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
22 helpful votes 22 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 14, 2013

This and another great ice cream place in Inman Sq are the only two places in cambridge, where I get ice cream. Both places are great and have tasty selections.

Was this review helpful? Yes
See 16 more reviews by M R for Cambridge

Travelers who viewed Toscanini's Ice Cream also viewed

 

Been to Toscanini's Ice Cream? Share your experiences!

Write a Review Add Photos Add Videos

Owners: What's your side of the story?

If you own or manage Toscanini's Ice Cream, register now for free tools to enhance your listing, attract new reviews, and respond to reviewers.

Manage your listing