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For the town of Mattapoisett, Oxford Creamery is more than a spot on the map.

The almost perpetual line outside the door on hot summer days says a lot about its reputation. Part ice cream shop, part short order restaurant, Oxford is local New England in every sense of the word. The fresh lobster rolls, clam cakes, sandwiches, hamburgers, hotdogs and, of course, ice cream are favorites for locals, summer visitors, and those just passing through.

“Stop by for a dose of nostalgia, a cup of chowder, two scoops of ice cream, and plenty of good conversation.”

From April to October, Oxford Creamery’s picnic tables are packed with families enjoying the best from the kitchen. Not much has changed since the shop first opened as Gulf Hill Ice Cream in 1931. Situated on what was once the main thoroughfare to Cape Cod, the creamery gained a following early on. In those days G.I.’s going to Camp Edwards used to stop in for a few scoops along with summer vacationers headed east.

In 2003, Ken and Liz Ackerman purchased the business from Donald Blanchette who had kept it a staple of Mattapoisett for 20+ years as Oxford Creamery. As the saying goes, if it ain’t broke don’t fix it. Now heading into their 22nd season, Ken and Liz haven’t changed much at the creamery (except the addition of some sweet potato fries.) The small white shop looks much the same as it did in 1931, and they still make the Creamery’s coveted recipes. On most days, both of them can be behind the counter with their dedicated staff, many of them high school and college students, serving their loyal customers.

Stop by for a dose of nostalgia, a cup of chowder, two scoops of ice cream, and plenty of good conversation.

Directions

From Cape Cod, MA:

• Head west on US-6 W.
• Exit onto US-6 W/Scenic Hwy toward Buzzards Bay.
• Continue to follow US-6 W. Take the MA-28 S/MA-25 W ramp to Falmouth the Islands/I-495.
• Keep left at the fork, follow signs for Massachusetts 25 W/Interstate.
• 195/Interstate 495 and merge onto MA-25 W
• Take exit 1 to merge onto I-195 W toward New Bedford/Providence RI
• Take exit 31A (old exit 19A) toward Mattapoisett.
• Merge onto North Street
• Turn left onto County Road (Route 6).
• Go 2 miles East.
• The Oxford Creamery will be on your right.

From Providence, RI:

• Head East on I-195 E
• Take exit 31A (old exit 19A)toward Mattapoisett
• Merge onto North Street
• Turn left onto County Rd (Route 6)
• Go 2 miles East.
• The Oxford Creamery will be on your right.

Contact us

To find out more about The Oxford Creamery or the Oxcart please call us at 508-758-3847

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