Ben & Jerry’s

4.4
249 reviews
Ben & Jerry's New Haven ice cream shop menu item range, including waffle cones, sundaes, shakes, fresh packed pints, and more!

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Head to our New Haven ice cream shop and dig into any of our euphoric Ben & Jerry's ice cream flavors in the way the first scoops were served up by Ben and Jerry back in 1978. Come enjoy a freshly baked waffle cone, shake or sundae with your favorite flavors.

Details

  • TakeoutAvailable
  • Requires appointmentNot available
  • DebitAvailable
  • Mobile paymentsAvailable

Location

Ben & Jerry’s
159 Temple Street, New Haven, CT
06510, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.4
249 reviews
5 stars
171
4 stars
43
3 stars
19
2 stars
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1 star
12

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Service Quality

Many customers praised the friendly and accommodating staff, highlighting exceptional service experiences.

Cleanliness

Several reviews noted the cleanliness of the establishment, although there were some concerns regarding restroom facilities.

Ice Cream Quality

Customers generally enjoyed the ice cream flavors, with specific mentions of unique and delicious options, though some found it pricey.

Atmosphere

Feedback indicated a mixed perception of the atmosphere, with some enjoying the decor and seating, while others felt it lacked ambiance.

Customer Complaints

There were reports of poor customer service experiences, including rudeness from staff and issues with order accuracy.
  • MK
    Mikey Kantstandyabitz
    Nov 16, 2025
    3.0
    this place is lowkey a little scary- can’t tell which is worse, temple street or the inside of the store. two workers. one male worker was extremely rude and was annoyed to answer simple questions about the ingredients, I was expecting him to spaz out on me. ate my ice cream as quickly as possible.
  • RT
    Resham Talwar
    Oct 6, 2025
    5.0
    Had a great time here! Was able to choose from among many flavors, staff was courteous, and the whole process was smooth.
  • JC
    Jovaro Cucuta
    Sep 12, 2025
    5.0
    Shout out to the manager Louie for keeping the place clean and orderly. I arrived a little after midnight with my three brothers about 2 weeks ago. We were celebrating our youngest 21st birthday and he along with his staff made us feel welcomed and provided exceptional service with a smile and truly set an example for all Ben and Jerry's. We will be back for sure!
  • DG
    David Geer
    Sep 9, 2025
    2.0
    TL:DR; Branding over bite. This is exactly what you expect from a chain scoop shop with the same flavors you’d grab at the grocery store, just at a higher price and with less atmosphere. Nothing bad, but nothing special either. The few times ive gone, before i knew better, it was "OK". But New Haven has much better ice cream if you’re looking for something worth a quick walking trip. MilkCraft gives you a truly unique and fun experience if you want "twist" to your flavors, and Arethusa Farm Dairy is the real-deal local dairy with depth of flavor and freshness you won’t find here. I also don't associate them with any odd political agendas making it an easy choice if you’d rather focus on truly great ice cream and service than a global brands messaging.
  • CS
    Cara Schwab
    Sep 5, 2025
    1.0
    Used the bathroom there and the soap dispenser had been ripped from the wall. When I let them know and asked if they had any hand sanitizer, they said no. I asked if they had any soap back there they could just squeeze into my hand cause I felt gross and they said they don’t cause they don’t have a sink back there. So then I realized they’ve been scooping my ice cream without access to soap/hand sanitizer after using the bathroom/cleaning/handling money etc so that made me very nauseous…Also as an aside (didn’t bother me until after soapgate), there aren’t any outlets anywhere and they refused when I asked if they could plug my phone in behind the counter since it was almost dead and I had a train soon. Soooo the ice cream was good? But would recommend just buying a pint, washing your hands, and staying home

Frequently Asked Questions About Ben & Jerry’s

What types of ice cream flavors does Ben & Jerry's New Haven offer?

Ben & Jerry's New Haven offers euphoric ice cream flavors with chunks & swirls, including non-dairy options, served the way they were first presented in 1978.

What are the opening hours for Ben & Jerry's New Haven?

The shop is open every day from 12:00 PM. Sunday to Thursday they close at 1:00 AM, and on Friday and Saturday they close at 2:00 AM.