DownRiver Ice Cream

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241 John Wise Ave
Essex, MA 01929
+1 (978) 768-0102
https://www.downrivericecream.com

DownRiver Ice Cream, located in Essex, MA, is nestled between the scenic Castleneck River and the Great Marsh, offering a charming retreat for ice cream lovers. The establishment prides itself on crafting artisanal ice cream using high-quality ingredients sourced from local farms and the Pacific Northwest, ensuring a delightful experience reminiscent of traditional ice cream parlors.

With a custom 16% buttermilk fat base and small-batch production, DownRiver Ice Cream delivers exceptional creaminess and flavor in every scoop. Their commitment to quality is evident in their carefully selected ingredients, including organic Vermont maple syrup and pure vanilla extract, making each treat a truly unique indulgence.

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Joanne J.
8/22/2025

Amazing ice cream and the most beautiful yard with trees that shade separated groups of chairs with tables. The landscape is covered with a variety of floral bushes and flowers everywhere! Great...

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Chris T.
10/6/2025

Can't find my photos but, we stopped in here after a day at crane beach! Very close by probably 5-10 min drive from the beach and I guess everyone else had the same idea haha This has the cute...

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Lizzie Y.
10/2/2025

Downriver Ice Cream was just what we needed, after spending an entire day at Crane Beach! It was about a 7 min drive away from the beach and was well worth the stop. Pretty packed the day we...

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Michelle C.
9/1/2024

Perfect location when you're leaving Crane Beach! Just at the end of the road is this cute little walk-up ice cream joint. The ice cream portions are large and the ice cream is fantastic. Love...

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L F.
7/7/2025

Walk-up stand with a variety of unique flavors and a few little seating areas by the tall grass or benches beneath trees near a stream. Friendly service, prices and portions on the smaller side,...

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