Ben & Jerry’s — Attraction in Burlington

This is definitely a go to ice cream shop if you happen to be visiting Burlington. But, I would not go out of your way for it. The inside has a lot of color and vibrancy. The dining area has fun for all ages. They also sell different Ben and Jerry themed Knick knacks you can pick up as you wait in line to get your ice cream. When it was finally my turn to order at the counter there were sooooo many flavors to choose from, which is where I believe Ben & Jerry’s have found their success but I always judge an ice creamery by their ability to make vanilla. And I must say their vanilla is up there on the list. I wish it was more available for retail. The main reasons I am knocking off two stars from this review is because I ordered my “regular” scoop of vanilla in a waffle cone and was surprised by how little ice cream came in such a large cone. Secondly, the a regular scoop with a waffle cone ended up costing upwards of $7. I may as well have gone an bought a pint...

How can you not love Ben & Jerry's, especially if you got your first cone there decades ago in their old original location in Burlington, Vermont! Sure they've changed over the years, who hasn't, but their ice-cream is still delicious! The store is now on Church Street, for those of us who haven't been in Burlington for a while. I ordered a medium sized ( 2 scoops) in a great waffle cone with chocolate on the rim. I got a scoop of caramel and another of chocolate chunks and it was heavenly! The staff looked like local students and they were efficient and friendly. So I was surprised that when I offered to tip I was told that they don't accept tips. That was a first for me. You can sit indoors or at their outdoor seating area. There are nowadays many small homemade ice-cream sellers in every city and town and I recommend you try them and support them but if you're passing through Burlington give Ben...

It’s been a while since I’ve visited a Ben & Jerry’s shop, and this experience in downtown Vermont reminded me just how special it is. The staff was fantastic—especially the young lady who helped me. She was so friendly, patient, and let me sample several flavors until I found the ones I loved.

I ended up getting two pints: their unique chocolate and a cookie dough flavor that had a twist compared to the usual ones. I also tried the mango flavor, which was absolutely amazing—refreshing and full of flavor. Honestly, I was almost full just from tasting, but the ice cream was too good to pass up.

The atmosphere was perfect too. Sitting outside in the heart of downtown Vermont with my ice cream was such a great experience. It’s not every day you come across a Ben & Jerry’s shop anymore, so I really appreciated being able to visit. I’m already planning to go back tomorrow to enjoy...