Ashley's Ice Cream

This is the first spot we rush to when arriving in New Haven! The sugar free chocolate chocolate chip with sugar free hot fudge sauce is just perfect!!! Will be back soon!

BEST ICE CREAM. It’s so creamy and the staff are really nice. The portions are pretty good too. Highly recommend the coffee flavour.

This ice cream spot in New Haven, CT is the to-die-for spot for desserts. If you have a dog, this is the #1 ice cream shop to bring them. They have treats and vanilla cream for pups. This shop was named after a dog, Ashley, and as such all the employees have so much patience and kindness for dogs. One guy came out, petted our dog and gave her a treat. You don’t get that treatment at any ice cream shop! Plus, look at that wall of Dog Fame. So many dogs and they have a whole wall dedicated to that awesomeness. Hot damn. Dog friendliness aside, their flavors are insanely good too. You can tell because I’ve rated this 5/5, which I rarely do. Their best flavor I tried is Coffee Oreo. Lot of sugar but it’s so good. In fact we came back again, and I had it again. First time I had: Butter Pecan + Coffee Oreo. Really awesome combo. Second time: cookie batter + coffee Oreo. Cookie dough was bit too sweet but was nice. I would rate ice cream itself as 4/5 and it’s not the best, and variety 3/5 because I feel they could have more, but given candor and general dog friendliness of all the staff (PS they do allow them inside!) I will rate up. After pizza from Wooster Street which is right down from Yale, this ice cream shop is nearby and it’s THE destination to stop by. If we bring our dog or ever visit CT again, we’ll definitely stop by Ashley’s in New Haven. High five!

One of the best ice cream spots around. Also reasonably priced. I had their milkshake it had more of the milk flavor than the icecream flavor but I think that is because of the flavor I chose. Otherwise a great ice cream spot.

While Ashley's ice cream is not only the BEST ice cream I personally have ever had, the service is truly what makes me come back. The workers are so incredibly friendly, especially the girl scoopers. I like to sample a lot of flavors before deciding what I want, and the scoopers are patient, and give me just the perfect amount of ice cream. They're awesome!!

Consistently delicious homemade ice cream. I'd specifically recommend getting the sweet cream ice cream with peanut butter sauce (they use the best, Oringer's) and Reese's peanut butter cups. It's a perfect sweet and salty combo. Looking forward to trying their Downside Watson sundae in the future, a huge seven scoop sundae with nine toppings served in a frisbee.

When we visited Ashley’s today, the staff told us the shop no longer allows dog indoor (due to health department request). BUT they were very nice to us and treated our dog a pup cup (Ice cream and milks bone). The coffee Oreo scoop was delicious too!

This ice cream shop in the heart of New Haven is a gem with a rich history. The variety of ice cream flavors and toppings is incredible, ensuring there’s something for everyone. The shop's nostalgic charm make every visit a delightful experience. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, this iconic spot is a must-visit for ice cream lovers!

Stopped by for a quick sweet treat and I' sure glad I did! The staff was very friendly and ordering was a breeze. The inside was also super cute and even had a wall of tons of pictures of DOGS!!! Who wouldn't love that!!?? I got the lemon sorbet, which was refreshing and tart. Great amount for the price as well-- 2 large scoops for around $5. My friend got a waffle cone bowl with flavors I don't remember, but she loved it as well.

Fresh and delicious, no frills ice cream spot! The flavors were amazing. We had the Oreo and the cookie dough. The cookie dough is a MUST HAVE! It was so delicious! The portions of a normal scoop were also really large. It was $6 and definitely worth it! Service was also great!

The ice cream was good the service was fun and a lot of flavors to choose from including nondairy so something for everyone. It was small so we were up on everyone but I would definitely go back!

My partner and I frequent this spot very often haha. Not my favorite ice cream shop in New Haven, but definitely still a good one! They have all of your classic ice cream shop vibes and flavors. It doesn't feel like high end ice cream, but it feels like the ice cream you get at the chain places (but a little more elevated). My personal go to is always the coffee oreo! We've tried a bunch of other flavors but those always seem too sweet. Normally priced with normal ice cream portions.

This was a great option with loads of flavors to make 4 ice cream lovers very happy! The service was prompt and we were allowed to taste different flavors before ordering. This is much appreciated to be happy with your order since some places have never brought back the bite size tastings again post-pandemic. There are some seats in the front of the shop, loads of pics of dogs and people with ice cream, and stools facing the street to enjoy the view and people watch while enjoying your ice cream or shake! There is no restroom but we were told the pizza shop next door is used to folks running in there to use their restroom. I loved my 3 scoops of 1) Almond Joy, 2) Coffee Oreo, and 3) Peanut Butter something, Explosion maybe? Sooo yummy. We all chose three flavors and got 3 scoops since the price was reasonable and not too much more than the 2 scoops I thought I wanted.

I LOVED this place. It was my first time coming here and I loved how old school it felt. I'm not from the area but I appears to be a local favorite and I could see why. It's creamy and tasty and not too sugary but still sweet! Next time I come here I'll make sure to take my time and sit down! Thank you to the staff for being so nice and for keeping the place so clean and comfortable! If you're in between ice cream places come here!

This ice cream spot in New Haven, CT is the to-die-for spot for desserts. If you have a dog, this is the #1 ice cream shop to bring them. They have treats and vanilla cream for pups. This shop was named after a dog, Ashley, and as such all the employees have so much patience and kindness for dogs. One guy came out, petted our dog and gave her a treat. You don't get that treatment at any ice cream shop! Plus, look at that wall of Dog Fame. So many dogs and they have a whole wall dedicated to that awesomeness. Hot damn. Dog friendliness aside, their flavors are insanely good too. You can tell because I've rated this 5/5, which I rarely do. Their best flavor I tried is Coffee Oreo. Lot of sugar but it's so good. In fact we came back again, and I had it again. First time I had: Butter Pecan + Coffee Oreo. Really awesome combo. Second time: cookie batter + coffee Oreo. Cookie dough was bit too sweet but was nice. I would rate ice cream itself as 4/5 and it's not the best, and variety 3/5 because I feel they could have more, but given candor and general dog friendliness of all the staff (PS they do allow them inside!) I will rate up. After pizza from Wooster Street which is right down from Yale, this ice cream shop is nearby and it's THE destination to stop by. If we bring our dog or ever visit CT again, we'll definitely stop by Ashley's in New Haven. High five!

Ashley's has been a staple since I was a kid. They have a variety of flavors and I always get a variation of chocolate or chocolate chip with chocolate sprinkles. I will stop in any time of year, so glad they are still around no matter what new business pop up.

If it was summer and not February, Ashley's Ice Cream typically has a long line of patrons waiting to get their tasty treat. I walked inside to find three employees ready to serve, and no one else waiting. They offered samples. I tried Nutella Chip, and immediately knew that's what I'd be getting. My friend and I shared a cup of Banana and Nutella Chip. This was for sure a very generous portion. Both of the flavors were creamy, flavorful and so true to their names. The Nutella Chip had that authentic spoonful of Nutella taste, with tiny chocolate chips throughout. The banana was the sweet but mild banana flavor. The walls were adorned with pictures of pups and humans enjoying Ashley's Ice Cream! Needless to say we could be added to their wall of love! The ice cream was delicious, creamy and plenty of it for us both to enjoy!

Pretty delicious! Definitely worth the trip! Sampled a few flavors, the cookies and cream was my favorite. Skip the local pizza! Head straight to Ashley's!

DELICIOUS ice cream near the Yale campus. So many flavors and topping to choose from. Loved this place. Had vegan and sorbet options. Everything was so tasty and somewhat reasonably priced for the area. Old school parlor decor made this a fun stop.

So many flavors to choose from. Ice cream is great however, I do not like the hot fudge.

First, let me say I really really like Ashley's. Due to my diet I have to stay away from regular ice cream, and Ashley's provides frozen yogurt, sherbet, and oatmilk alternatives, which is a huge deal for me. Secondly, I find it hilarious that most of the 1-star reviews are about how "unfriendly" the staff was (just before closing time??) THIS.... is New England. We don't stand at the doorway gushing about how wonderful we think you are. And the "unfriendly tone of voice" is utterly subjective. Ashley's has a great selection of ice cream & alternatives, with a good selection of cones & cup-sizes.

Met one of the partners, Mike, who graciously took the time to answer all our questions. Delicious ice cream that comes from Guilford, CT. small batch local ice cream shop. We'll be back

Cute little ice cream shop by Yale. Dropped by because it was super hot outside and got some of the most amazing ice cream ever. We ordered the coffee Oreo, which the server said was the most popular, and the banana Oreo. Both were really creamy and not too expensive sitting at 5.50 or so for the two scoops.

Pumpkin ice cream! I love this time of year. I eat pumpkin ice cream until the season passes.

Ashley's have a wonderful Ice Cream shop. We stopped here last summer from the heat of the sun to cool off, and the flavors blew us away. I ordered a couple scoops of Chocolate and Vanilla Ice cream with sprinkles on it. It was really good. They also had Orange, Rainbow Sherberts I like too. Rocky Road was one of the ones we had too. Nice family looking place. Lots of children and families come here alot. Can't wait to visit again.

I've reviewed other Ashley's before. This was one of my better visits. This Ashley's is on a street with Toad's and cool old Yale buildings. The inside is small, but nice. Service was friendly, but efficient. I chose Butterfinger ice cream by sight when I saw it in the case. It had good flavor and ample Butterfinger pieces. My wife gave me a bite of her Sundae with Nutella ice cream and hot fudge. She swears by Ashley''s hot fudge. It is good. Four Stars

I felt morally compelled to post my first ever Yelp review after an experience I had at the New Haven location. Ashley's... what is this? This should be an embarrassment to the ice cream industry. I watched the employee show the left cone to another employee, laugh about it, and then hand it to us. Yale students and members of the New Haven community should avoid this location. For 10 dollars, there is much better service and Icecream in the surrounding area. We've cherished this location for a long time, but we will never return.

the new haven ashley's ice cream is such a cute place to go! all the icecream is very reasonably priced, and imo the kid's portion is the perfect single scoop, and still quite generous. you can tell that this place has been very well loved. all the staff is really accommodating and kind, even when the place is packed and there is a line snaking out the door. so many options for non dairy or sugar free people, and they all taste equally good. though many non-dairy icecream options are made with coconut cream and the coconut flavor dominates the other ones, the lemon graham cracker non-dairy icecream tastes just like normal ice cream! the peach sorbet is also a good option, very refreshing. they have so many unique flavors that i wanted to try (like heath bar, butterfingers, and sweet cream), but unfortunately i could only try a few. some highlights of their icecream flavors would definitely have to be all their oreo variety ice creams. coffee oreo, pb oreo, and strawberry oreo are all uniquely delicious and creamy, and you can really taste the quality. i found myself at this location 3+ times during my stay in yale!

No cinnamon! Argh! Coffee ice cream is a good fall back. No outdoor seating downtown but still delicious.

I love Ashley's Ice Cream! Cute, no thrills, classic ice cream shop. Have probably been there more than any other place in New Haven. Love the rotating dairy free options!

I have been coming to this place for years and I don't think I'll ever be able to stop. One of my favorite ice cream places and I've been to MANY! I love trying new flavors each time but man I will get their whipped cream every time!! Love this place with my whole heart.

I was skeptical of the hype, and after finally visiting, the skepticism remains. Is it still enjoyable? Absolutely - like pizza, I have a wide and forgiving tolerance for most ice creams out there. But if you prefer luxuriously creamy goodness, Arethusa is definitely the local ice cream spot to check out.

Ice cream from Ashley's was just the sweet treat I needed on a hot Summer evening. They offer some unique flavors along with your traditional favorites. The nutella chip was smooth, creamy, and came with just the right amount of chocolate chips. On the night I went, they ran out of waffle cones (boo!), so I opted for a single scoop in a cup. If they had waffle cones available, definitely would have also got the mocha oreo.

So done with Ashley's. Here are the cliff notes: they do not engage in hygienic practices. About a year and a half ago I noticed this at the Hamden location, but my husband said the NH location was different, so I decided to give it another chance. On a Sunday afternoon 7/24/22, I went there with my cousin from out of town to get ice cream. We walk in and both notice NO ONE is wearing gloves and only 1 employee is wearing a mask. So when it is our turn, I quietly address the young woman and ask her where are her gloves. She *rolls her eyes*, bucks up and says "I mean I wash my hands". Even if you are annoyed with a customer, you NEVER EVER show it to a customer AND it's a fair question - esp in the time of covid. (Who raises these people???) Many ppl didn't even know how to properly wash their hands prior to the pandemic. I don't want your dirty knuckles reaching deep into a bin of ice cream that have previously touched all types of random objects. So forgive me if I don't trust you. There are MANY places in the NH area that serve delicious ice cream, so I'm not tied to Ashley's. Firstly, I am not going to explain or go back and forth with a disrespectful *child* the importance of wearing gloves when handling food. Because it was apparent from her attitude, she already knew it was problematic, hence her defensiveness. Secondly, my cousin and I watched her walking back and forth several times touching random things without washing her hands throughout that entire time. So I chose not to engage - we left and got ice cream elsewhere where they actually wear gloves, have great customer service and have delicious ice cream. If Ashley's had one dedicated person to take money, it would be better, albeit still unhygienic. Even outside of the pandemic, food service professionals are mandated to wear gloves when they are handling food. As a physician with almost 2 decades working in public health (some of that time at the NYCDOH), I am admittedly more sensitive to food safety issues, but more importantly this speaks to a larger issue of why it seems to be so difficult to follow certain practices to keep each other safe. Then people complain about how long it has taken so long for us to get out of this pandemic.

Had a layover in New Haven and decided to grab some ice cream after dinner. This was so delicious. I had the coffee Oreo and it was great. You could tell it was homemade for sure. One point off for not having waffle cones, but a solid 4.5 stars.

Very good ice cream, a little more on the staple/classic side than some other places in the area so good for kids. My best friend raves about their cookie dough, the strawberry wasn't my favorite but I prefer it really smooth with no strawberry chunks so definitely depends on your preference!

This ice cream is actually delectable. Their bittersweet chocolate is my absolute favorite and their whipped cream....don't get me started on the whipped cream. I think it's the best whipped cream I have ever had in my life....(I'm serious). 10/10 would recommend. 4.6/5 stars for me!

The ice cream selection is super big! There's some staple and interesting/different flavors to choose from. I got the cookie batter, which is somewhat like vanilla ice cream with cookie dough bits. The cream was very smooth and almost whip-like texture. Highly recommend! One scoop (child size) is about $4. Definitely worth considering if you're in the area!

Five stars for vegan options! Technically I'd give something more like 4.3 stars but am rounding up because Ashley's is awesome for having non-dairy options (that aren't sorbet!!!). The raspberry coconut non-dairy has lovely coconut based vanilla that is creamy and delicious, and a bomb raspberry swirl. My one HUGE complaint is the coconut shreds! Why?? Which leads me to a rant about non-dairy options: News flash: non-dairy/vegan people don't necessarily want special, new flavors. They want chocolate and vanilla and Oreos, too! Not Hemp Cranberry Raisin Granola. (I'm exaggerating.) The Ashley's in Branford had Mint Oreo non-dairy a while ago, which is way better than the choices last week in New Haven: Lemon Cookie and Raspberry Coconut. Finally, the person working behind the counter was awesome, helped me understand the menu/vegan/non-dairy choices, and even gave me a tip on which one to try first. Thanks! I agree with you up to the coconut shreds, which make me quite sad.

An icon ice cream shop for more than 35 years, you will be happy and satisfied after l"visiting Ashley's! I am nuts for their mint chocolate chip. A real splurge is the homemade hot fudge, so delicious! Like grandmas gravy, that good! I am old and dint go for toppings but kids love them. Note, soft ice cream and frozen Yogurt are offered too! Stored in New Haven, Hamden, Branford and Guilford and Madison!

Who doesn't love ice cream. I always go for the blueberry flavor when I'm a NE Cute little ice cream shop

I tried their brownie ice cream and it was delicious! They have various toppings and ice cream flavors. It was creamy.

Ashley's is a great ice cream spot in new haven! Very close to campus so it's great for students! The ice cream itself is really thick and creamy. Loved the variety of flavors they had! Tried the Oreo coffee as it is one of their most popular flavors and really enjoyed it! The coffee flavor was strong but not overpowering and balanced out the sweetness!

Best coffee ice cream I'd ever had! So creamy and rich and not too sweet. Nice dark roast coffee flavor too. I thought the price for the serving size was very reasonable. I will definitely be going back for more.

I love Ashley's! Been going to different Ashley's locations all over CT my whole life. I am obsessed with their coffee Oreo ice cream. Their coconut ice cream is also a really good one. Highly recommend!

Such a great place and definitely deserving of the praise they get. The interior is bright and well lit with lots of different ice cream flavors and options available. They have an adorable board of doggos eating ice cream on the left wall which was really great. I had a peanut butter oreo and heath bar sundae with caramel sauce and it was super tasty! Pricing was good and the staff was very friendly. Great place and a nice late night treat!

Thoroughly enjoyed this scoop. There were so many tempting flavors that it was hard to pick, but I wound up going with the peanut butter Oreo - a solid choice. The texture was creamy and had plenty of chunky bits of Oreo. The peanut butter wasn't overpowering or overly rich, but not light on the flavor. Next time I'm in CT, I'd definitely come back, especially to check out some of the many other flavors I was eyeing.

Ashley's is our go-to for ice cream in New Haven. Good quality ice cream, nice ambiance, friendly staff. Some flavors are better than others. Our favorites include chocolate chocolate chip, butter crunch, and Nutella chip. It is a popular place; there is often a line on Saturday nights.

Delicious, fresh ice cream. Love the unique flavors.

If I've learned anything from my visits to New Haven, it is this: the students here work hard. Scrambling from endless midterms, problem sets, and extracurriculars while suffering from an acute lack of sleep, scholars at Yale at constantly pushing the boundaries of academic--as well as their own limits of mental stamina. All that is to say: this hardworking community needs places like Ashley's Ice Cream Cafe to load up on sugar and enjoy a moment of blissful, ice cream-induced peace before heading back to the grind. I attest that, for this purpose, Ashley's does not disappoint. I tried the butter pecan first. It was sumptuous with brown sugar, caramelized nuts and a mellow vanilla base. Far more energizing was the dark chocolate flavor I ordered next. Awash in perky cocoa powder and crunchy chocolate chips, it is best enjoyed with a dollop of hot caramel sauce. I usually order a sundae with two scoops of ice cream and a heaping helping of cookie dough on top. I stand outside, impervious to the Connecticut wintertime chill, and savor the most outstanding dairy-infused concoctions I could ever imagine. If the rush of college life is taking its tole, I encourage you to take a breather at Ashley's. Trust me: it helps.

This is a good ice cream place in New Haven. The best is Arethusa Farms and this one comes next. I went with a 3 scoop sundae. Coffee oreo was the best. Blueberry was good too. Swiss vanilla almond was ok. Price was reasonable. The fact that you can add 3 toppings to a sundae was good.

One and only time I went I got a two scoop Sundae in a waffle cone "bowl" with fudge and whipped cream. Paid about $10...yikes! The ice cream was good enough, but the waffle cone bowl was stale/chewy...and the whipped "cream" was more like an oily whipped topping...definitely not the real deal. I was super disappointed overall. My friend's rave about Ashley's all the time, so I will give it another shot....someday.

Nothing says Happy COVID birthday like picking up your own ice cream cake (just waiting to be picked up) while waiting on line with 15 people in front of you. I have no idea why they make people who are all ready do this. I come here all the time. Why? I don't have a good answer. Your better off going to Wentworth's! It's great when it's impossible to email the company too. It shows they care.

They ve raised their prices again. Charging over$6 for a medium scoop of pretty good ice cream. U can get 2 toppings for that price but u pay that even if u don t want any toppings Go to Arethusa and be amazed

Ashley's is my favorite ice cream place in the whole world. I come out of state for this ice cream! One time I called ahead of my birthday and told them I'd be in for the day. I asked if they'd happen to have my favorite flavor (orange-pineapple) that day. They actually made an entire tub of it just for me and hid it from the other customers until I got there so it wouldn't sell out!! Can you believe the care that goes into this place?!?! The hard ice cream is great as is the soft serve. The whipped cream and chocolate sauce are homemade and divine. In addition to my favorite flavor ;) , I highly recommend the lemon pie, blueberry, and banana flavors, which in my opinion are gems. The vanilla soft serve is also SO GOOD.

I've been here multiple times and it's always SO GOOD. There are multiple ice cream establishments downtown, all very good, but this is my favorite. Lots of flavors to choose from all of which are very good. Very smooth texture, none of that ice crystal crunchiness. The coffee and pistachio flavors could be slightly stronger-flavored but still yummy.

Ashley's has a very classic ice cream parlor feel. The space is rather small but there are some seats. As for the ice cream, it tends to be on the sweet side (as in more sweet than flavor). I had the sweet cream in a child size (1 scoop) which was enough for me. It seemed like they don't have all the flavors on display but it is on the board! With it being so close to Arethusa, it is hard to not to compare them. The scoops are much larger for a similar price at Arethusa. To me, the ice cream is rather comparable. All in all, Ashley's does have its merits and the ice cream is enjoyable. I just tend to like my flavors on the stronger side.