Ice Cream Stop #18 - Rancatore's, Belmont, MA

Posted on May 28, 2008 20:51 by Stephen Rushmore
Categories: New England Ice Cream Tour | Reviews

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While brother Gus woos the college crowd at Toscanini's in Cambridge, Joe Rancatore keeps it local with the hometown Belmont crowd at Ranc's. This local favorite offers a wide range of flavors, from the old stand-bys (like the Neapolitan trio) to more experimental flavors that give Christina's a run for their money (like Khulfi and gingersnap molasses). As an added bonus for those who enjoy elaboration, Ranc's can top them all with fresh whipped cream and sensational hot fudge.

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Our recommendation - We would travel across state lines to experience Rancatore's Ice Cream.

Trip Report Card
Overall Experience
 
Grape Nut Ice Cream - Great texture and packed with cereal!
Cake Batter Ice Cream - The majority of it is real cake batter, making for a flavor that is almost better than the real thing.
Vanilla Ice Cream - The texture of the vanilla was great, but the flavor was understated.
Hot Fudge Sauce - A thin, dark chocolate sauce, this version was unmistakably homemade.
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Currently rated 4.2 by 5 people

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May 29. 2008 14:19

CeciF has been telling us about this place for quite a while, and her praises do not fall on deaf ears here. The cake batter ice cream was fabulous, and the Grape-nut had sooo much cereal in it. Next time, I want to try some of their cookies (seen above on the righthand shelf).

Chris Ayers

May 29. 2008 20:11

Ceci took me here in February and I agree with the high ratings for the grape nut ice cream and hot fudge sauce.

buffetbuster

May 30. 2008 00:29

Chris,
I'm sure Joe won't mind if I tell you... the cookies come from Lakota Bakery in Arlington.

BTW I love the new(ish) Lexington Rancatore's. Great location in the heart of the center, it's an awesome space.

cecif

July 15. 2008 21:02

I blame living down the street from Ranc's for the extra 20lbs and those 20lbs never tasted better.

breadchick

September 28. 2008 16:53

I am the manager of two kids who have written a song about Rancatores and would love to share it with you. When would be a good time for us to stop by to talk about it.

Thank you for your time - Francesca, Robert, and, Alexis

Francesca Belli

September 29. 2008 08:46

Francesca,
Please call Joe at the store on 617-489-5090.
Best,
Ceci

Cecci

November 10. 2008 21:27

I'm glad I stopped by. I didn't know they had a new location. In addition to what's mentioned, they do good sorbets and fruit ice creams.

David

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