Center Harbor Scoops

Mmfriedm · 05-14-2026, 11:02 PM

Grand re-opening. Under new management with new hours. Come by this wknd for a free topping on us! 34 Plymouth Street

jeffk · 05-15-2026, 04:52 AM

If it matters to anyone else, my understanding is they will be serving Richardson's ice cream, a favorite of my wife & I.

pondguy · 05-15-2026, 06:31 AM

Think needs to chime in on this one he is the official forum ice cream taste tester.

TheTimeTraveler · 05-15-2026, 08:44 AM

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Originally Posted by jeffk

If it matters to anyone else, my understanding is they will be serving Richardson's ice cream, a favorite of my wife & I.

I'm sure it's nice to have Richardson's Ice Cream but does anyone know of ice cream establishments around the lake who actually make their own ice cream on site?

Fifteen years ago there used to be a place in Wolfeboro called "I scream" that did make and serve their own ice cream (it was excellent).

John Mercier · 05-15-2026, 08:55 AM

Jordan's does.

jeffk · 05-15-2026, 09:25 AM

https://www.icehousenh.com/
on Little Squam, Route 3. They do small batches so the available flavors can vary. They are not open for the season yet. We went last year. Yum!

Social Club in Lakeport

Papa Beans in North Sandwich on Wing Road off of 113A. (It's self serve)

Sandwich Creamery ice cream is available in the North Sandwich store on 113. (Also self serve)

All are good with some eclectic flavors.

thinkxingu · 05-15-2026, 09:26 AM

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Originally Posted by pondguy

Think needs to chime in on this one he is the official forum ice cream taste tester.

Hahaha! I do like me some ice cream.

I'm not quite sure why Dewey's, Ollie's, or the earlier places didn't make it, but I know I never returned to any of them because I was always underwhelmed, especially for the price (perhaps required given the location?). Nice setting, though, and I'll certainly give this new shop a go!

My loves aren't based as much on homemade or not, but rather options, price, uniqueness, and location.

My top five Lakes Region ice cream spots, in order:

Liliuokalani's
Eldridge Family Sugar House
Kellerhaus
Bailey's Bubble
The Maple Creamery

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pondguy · 05-15-2026, 09:30 AM

Free toppings this weekend you can't beat that I bet FLL will be there.

thinkxingu · 05-15-2026, 09:58 AM

Here's a link to the flavors: https://centerharborscoops.com/menu

Some blueberry pie ice cream with blueberry sauce, marshmallow, and whipped cream would be delightful!

Early reviews are good—hope the OP had a great opening weekend!

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phoenix · 05-18-2026, 02:52 PM

What no Maine black bear

Nautique2001 · 05-18-2026, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by jeffk

https://www.icehousenh.com/
on Little Squam, Route 3. They do small batches so the available flavors can vary. They are not open for the season yet. We went last year. Yum!

Social Club in Lakeport

Papa Beans in North Sandwich on Wing Road off of 113A. (It's self serve)

Sandwich Creamery ice cream is available in the North Sandwich store on 113. (Also self serve)

All are good with some eclectic flavors.

Social Club Creamery is a new favorite, but don't forget the classic: Kellerhaus.

Bobby Sue's Homemade Ice Cream in Freedom is a good choice if you're over by Ossipee Lake.

BrownstoneNorth · 05-18-2026, 05:43 PM

Another Bobby Sue is/was right next to the late lamented Birch & Vine restaurant in Tuftonboro. I don't know whether it remained after the restaurant lost its lease.

TheTimeTraveler · 05-18-2026, 08:34 PM

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Another Bobby Sue is/was right next to the late lamented Birch & Vine restaurant in Tuftonboro. I don't know whether it remained after the restaurant lost its lease.

I don't believe it did as it was staffed and run by a Birch and Vine. Since Birch and Vine is now gone then I suspect the ice cream operation is now a thing of the past.

The nearest ice cream to the old Birch and Vine is probably at Pier 19.

I was in Pier 19 the other day and it looks like they are going to have a large cigarette/tobacco counter there this year under the new owner. I know CVS and Walgreens have taken out all their smoking products and it looks like Pier 19 has done just the opposite.

Lake Fan · 05-18-2026, 09:28 PM

I was in there too over the weekend and noticed the large smoke section. They moved the checkout area all the way over to the left as you're walking out, and there's a big wall of cigarettes right behind the counter. Surprised me a bit.

The new owners seem nice, hope they can make a go of it. My one suggestion would be for them to return the ice-cream takeout window to its former glory.

LoveLakeLife · 05-19-2026, 12:30 AM

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Originally Posted by thinkxingu

Here's a link to the flavors: https://centerharborscoops.com/menu

Some blueberry pie ice cream with blueberry sauce, marshmallow, and whipped cream would be delightful!

Early reviews are good—hope the OP had a great opening

I went on Saturday. Make sure to talk with Charlie! The window nook table is the best in the house.

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thinkxingu · 05-19-2026, 06:38 AM

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I went on Saturday. Make sure to talk with Charlie! The window nook table is the best in the house.

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There's not much info on the website—do they have any unique offerings, or is it strictly an ice cream shop?

Unique to me are things like puffle cones/maple syrup/creamies (Eldridge/Maple Creamery), parfait-style sundaes (Liliuokalani's), fat-guy specials (Kellerhaus' "Collosus"), etc.

I can get ice cream, especially Richardson's, anywhere...

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Winilyme · 05-19-2026, 10:06 AM

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Free toppings this weekend you can't beat that I bet FLL will be there.

I heard he was there but got banned for life for ordering a free topping - less the cone and ice cream.

LoveLakeLife · 05-19-2026, 10:06 AM

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Originally Posted by thinkxingu

There's not much info on the website—do they have any unique offerings, or is it strictly an ice cream shop?

Unique to me are things like puffle cones/maple syrup/creamies (Eldridge/Maple Creamery), parfait-style sundaes (Liliuokalani's), fat-guy specials (Kellerhaus' "Collosus"), etc.

I can get ice cream, especially Richardson's, anywhere...

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Nothing unique, Think. Mainly it’s an alternative to the soft-serve at Red Hill Dairy especially if you come by boat.

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jeffk · 05-19-2026, 04:26 PM

I might point out that they are still getting set up. Right now it is just ice cream. I'm not sure if they will be offering other stuff as time goes on. They have a business manager and that hints there may be more coming.

LoveLakeLife · 05-19-2026, 08:57 PM

Yes there was a nice woman who introduced herself as the general manager. Of course I had to ask if there is also a specific manager.

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Loony Singer · 05-20-2026, 03:36 PM

Richardson’s is the best commercial dairy made (Middleton MA) ice cream available around here IMHO. Death by Chocolate is…well you know…

KeyLargo1972 · 05-20-2026, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by jeffk

If it matters to anyone else, my understanding is they will be serving Richardson's ice cream, a favorite of my wife & I.

Yes. I went a few years ago and they told me that they used Richardsons before as well. Yummy!

Flotnjr · 05-20-2026, 08:55 PM

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Originally Posted by BrownstoneNorth

Another Bobby Sue is/was right next to the late lamented Birch & Vine restaurant in Tuftonboro. I don't know whether it remained after the restaurant lost its lease.

Patti tried both, Ice Cream and a take out window, but there was always too much confusion on where to go, neither worked out. The whole building has been vacant for almost a year- the resort is coming.

Mmfriedm · 05-21-2026, 09:58 PM

Updated summer hours

BroadHopper · 05-22-2026, 09:09 AM

It's a nice ride to the North Country if you use the back roads to Bethlehem NH.
They won the James Beard award for two years in a row.

Every time I'm in the area, there is a long line down the street. I hate lines, so didn't try it. I took a nice leisurely stroll up and down Main Street. The food at the brewery is excellent.

For the history buffs. There are guided tours. You can walk up the street. There are history markers set up along the road.

05-14-2026, 11:02 PM	#1
Mmfriedm Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2023 Posts: 3 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Center Harbor Scoops Grand re-opening. Under new management with new hours. Come by this wknd for a free topping on us! 34 Plymouth Street Attached Images

05-15-2026, 09:58 AM	#9
thinkxingu Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Posts: 6,536 Thanks: 1,184 Thanked 2,174 Times in 1,351 Posts	Here's a link to the flavors: https://centerharborscoops.com/menu Some blueberry pie ice cream with blueberry sauce, marshmallow, and whipped cream would be delightful! Early reviews are good—hope the OP had a great opening weekend! Sent from my SM-S931U using Tapatalk Last edited by thinkxingu; 05-18-2026 at 07:06 AM.

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Loony Singer Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Moultonborough Posts: 111 Thanks: 37 Thanked 17 Times in 12 Posts	👍Richardson’s Richardson’s is the best commercial dairy made (Middleton MA) ice cream available around here IMHO. Death by Chocolate is…well you know…

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Mmfriedm Junior Member Join Date: Jul 2023 Posts: 3 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Updated summer hours Attached Images

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jeffk Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Center Harbor Posts: 1,245 Thanks: 216 Thanked 483 Times in 277 Posts	If it matters to anyone else, my understanding is they will be serving Richardson's ice cream, a favorite of my wife & I.

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05-15-2026, 09:25 AM	#6
jeffk Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Center Harbor Posts: 1,245 Thanks: 216 Thanked 483 Times in 277 Posts	https://www.icehousenh.com/ on Little Squam, Route 3. They do small batches so the available flavors can vary. They are not open for the season yet. We went last year. Yum! Social Club in Lakeport Papa Beans in North Sandwich on Wing Road off of 113A. (It's self serve) Sandwich Creamery ice cream is available in the North Sandwich store on 113. (Also self serve) All are good with some eclectic flavors.

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BrownstoneNorth Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 217 Thanks: 117 Thanked 132 Times in 72 Posts	Another Bobby Sue is/was right next to the late lamented Birch & Vine restaurant in Tuftonboro. I don't know whether it remained after the restaurant lost its lease.

05-18-2026, 09:28 PM	#14
Lake Fan Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Whortleberry Island Posts: 135 Thanks: 19 Thanked 61 Times in 32 Posts	I was in there too over the weekend and noticed the large smoke section. They moved the checkout area all the way over to the left as you're walking out, and there's a big wall of cigarettes right behind the counter. Surprised me a bit. The new owners seem nice, hope they can make a go of it. My one suggestion would be for them to return the ice-cream takeout window to its former glory.

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jeffk Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Center Harbor Posts: 1,245 Thanks: 216 Thanked 483 Times in 277 Posts	I might point out that they are still getting set up. Right now it is just ice cream. I'm not sure if they will be offering other stuff as time goes on. They have a business manager and that hints there may be more coming.

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05-22-2026, 09:09 AM	#25
BroadHopper Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Laconia NH Posts: 5,667 Thanks: 3,280 Thanked 1,132 Times in 814 Posts	Super Secret Ice Cream Project It's a nice ride to the North Country if you use the back roads to Bethlehem NH. They won the James Beard award for two years in a row. Every time I'm in the area, there is a long line down the street. I hate lines, so didn't try it. I took a nice leisurely stroll up and down Main Street. The food at the brewery is excellent. For the history buffs. There are guided tours. You can walk up the street. There are history markers set up along the road. __________________ Someday may never be an actual day.