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Ice cream shop in Ashland, Massachusetts
What should I order at Murphy's Eats & Treats?
What to order
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Ice Cream
Most frequently praised item in the reviews, with repeated mentions of great flavor, lots of varieties, generous portions, and excellent soft-serve and hard-serve options.
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Banana Split
Recommended multiple times for being large, well-made, and loaded with toppings; reviewers specifically called it a favorite and praised its generous size.
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Burger
Frequently mentioned as a strong savory option, described as awesome, amazing, and high-quality, with one review highlighting the Murphy Burger with double patty.
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Seafood
Repeatedly recommended for being fresh, high-quality, and well-prepared, with specific praise for the fried seafood platters, seafood dinners, and overall seafood offerings.
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Hot Dogs
Mentioned as tasting great and being better than expected, making them a solid quick food choice at the restaurant.
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Fried Scallops
Specifically recommended as worth trying, with reviewers saying they were perfection when battered and fried to order.
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Whole Belly Clams
Called out as a highly recommended seafood item and part of the standout seafood selection.
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Fish Sandwich
Mentioned as fresh and tasty in a review that praised the overall quality and freshness of the made-to-order food.
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Onion Rings
Strongly recommended as an especially good side, with one reviewer calling them the best they have ever had.
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Fried Fish And Chips
Directly praised as excellent and generous, making it one of the clearly recommended seafood meals.
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About Murphy's Eats & Treats
Murphy's Eats & Treats is an ice cream shop in Ashland, Massachusetts, known for hard ice cream, soft serve, sundaes, frappes, and outdoor seating. Reviewers consistently praise the large portions, fair prices, and friendly service, and many mention favorites like black raspberry ice cream, s'mores ice cream, hot fudge sundaes, and old-fashioned candy. The shop also has seating, free parking, Wi-Fi, and a wheelchair accessible entrance. Some reviews note that the Ashland location is especially appealing in summer because it is set up for dine-in or takeout with picnic tables and an indoor seating area.
Amenities
Service options
- In-store pickup
- In-store shopping
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
Dining options
- Seating
Amenities
- Gender-neutral restroom
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- LGBTQ+ friendly
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
Pets
- Dogs allowed
- Dogs allowed outside
Frequently asked
What is Murphy's Eats & Treats known for?
Murphy's Eats & Treats is best known for big ice cream portions, especially hard ice cream, soft serve, and sundaes like the hot fudge sundae and large banana split. Reviewers also call out flavors such as black raspberry and s'mores, plus the outdoor picnic-table setup that makes it a summer stop in Ashland.
What dishes are most recommended at Murphy's Eats & Treats?
Reviewers most often recommend the black raspberry ice cream, s'mores ice cream, hot fudge sundae, vanilla soft serve cone, and lemon sorbet. On the food side, people also mention the Murphy Burger with double patty, onion rings, fried seafood platters, fish sandwich, and grilled chicken sandwich, though some reviews note the Ashland location may focus mainly on ice cream.
What is the atmosphere like at Murphy's Eats & Treats?
The vibe is a classic New England ice cream stand with order-at-one-window service, pickup at another, picnic tables outside, and a few indoor booths. It suits families, groups, and people stopping after a hike or a summer outing, and reviewers repeatedly mention the friendly staff and easy outdoor eating.
Is Murphy's Eats & Treats good value?
Yes, reviewers describe the prices as fair and the portions as large, with sundaes, cones, and takeout boxes often bigger than expected. The shop is generally seen as a good value for an ice cream stop in Ashland, Massachusetts, especially because the servings are generous for the price.
What should I know about visiting Murphy's Eats & Treats at busy times?
Several reviews say the ice cream line can get long, but it usually keeps moving and service is still relatively quick, with one group getting food for five in about 10 minutes. The grill closes at 7 pm, so earlier evening visits are better if you want both food and ice cream.
Is parking available at Murphy's Eats & Treats?
Yes. Free parking lot is available.
Is Murphy's Eats & Treats kid-friendly?
Yes, Murphy's Eats & Treats is good for kids.
