Downeast Ice Cream Factory

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1 By Way
Boothbay Harbor, ME 04538
+1 (207) 315-6670
https://downeasticecreamfactory.com
Homemade ice cream made in Boothbay Harbor, Maine for more than 45 years. People say we are a Boothbay institution - when in Boothbay Harbor eat a lobster and then enjoy our homemade ice cream! Over 75 fun flavors served in a traditional ice cream shop atmosphere - also with picnic table seating outside at our Pier location. Find us at the Mall shop (185 Townsend Avenue, Boothbay Harbor) or our original Pier shop (1 By-Way, Boothbay Harbor).

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Hillary L.
8/12/2025

I ordered the Black Forest Sundae, which is supposed to come with 2 scoops... but they surprised me with 3 massive scoops and a mountain of toppings spilling over the edges. It was absolutely...

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Aaron K.
7/28/2025

Ice cream! You scream! We all scream for Downeast Ice Cream! I got pumpkin ice cream and it wasn't even in season. Ice cream feast? Go downeast.

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Heather B.
7/13/2025

My mom happened to notice this shop which happened to be right near where we were staying. It was a perfect stop for a sweet treat, a cold sweet treat that is. Once we entered, we were greeted...

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Bill S.
6/21/2025

Handy place to snare some ice cream, especially after dining at McSeagulls restaurant right next door. We wouldn't call it the best ice cream we've ever eaten, but its was good and hit the spot...

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Aaron E.
6/5/2025

Food: Ice Cream was tasty and well portioned Service: Counter service, simple, quick and easy. Ambience: Quaint and cute little shop along/near pier.

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