Mad Martha's Homemade Ice Cream — Restaurant in Tisbury

There's absolutely no shortage of good homemade ice cream shops on Cape Cod but when you're on Martha's Vineyard, the pickings dwindle a bit.

What you'll find here is a limited selection of typical flavors. There are about 15 flavors to choose from and while it's not bad ice cream, it's also nothing that stands out as you would expect from some of the reviews here. I had a group of 8 and we shared the "pig" or "oink" thing, that allowed us to try a dozen flavors. I picked the mocha chip thinking it would have two of my favorite flavors working in harmony. The sad reality is that there was no mocha flavor and the chocolate chips were scarce. None of the other flavors (mint, oreo cream, Snickers, M&M something something, etc) were memorable either.

So if the ice cream isn't great, then what else does this parlor have going for it? Nothing really. The staff wasn't rude but emotionless and not really talkative. It helped paint a dreary experience if it weren't for my group. I don't think I'd be coming...

Mad Martha's Ice Cream is a must-visit on Martha's Vineyard! Their ice cream is rich, creamy, and full of flavor—perfect for a summer treat! The variety of flavors is incredible, from classic favorites to unique creations you won't find anywhere else like the MV Sea Salt caramel flavor or the Apple Fritter ice cream. The staff is always friendly and patient, even when the line is out the door. Whether you're grabbing a cone for a stroll through town or sitting down to enjoy a sundae, Mad Martha's never...

We enjoyed multiple flavors at locations in Vineyard Haven, Edgartown and Oak Bluffs during our week stay on the island. Staff are friendly and we enjoyed all the flavors we got to try. We thought the ice cream was very creamy, flavors were great, and mix-ins were plentiful. Not budget ice cream, but worth the price. Limited indoor seating at all the locations. Staff were...