If you've heard about our famous lobster ice cream and wondered where to get your hands on some, you're in good company. It's one of the questions we hear most from first-time visitors and longtime fans alike — so we thought it was time to set the record straight in true Ben & Bill's fashion.
Come See Us in Bar Harbor
The very best way to experience our lobster ice cream is the way it was always meant to be enjoyed: in person, right here on Mount Desert Street in Bar Harbor, Maine. Our shop is a family-owned, handmade operation, and we take enormous pride in scooping every cone ourselves. Walk through our doors and you'll find lobster ice cream right in the case alongside all of our other handcrafted flavors — made fresh, just the way it's always been.
Whether you're visiting Acadia National Park, strolling downtown Bar Harbor, or making a special trip just for ice cream (it happens — we don't judge), we'd love to see you. Stop in, say hello, and let us scoop you something unforgettable.
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Shopping With Us Online
Our online shop carries a carefully curated selection of Ben & Bill's handmade chocolates, confections, and treats — the kinds of things that travel beautifully and make perfect gifts. If you're looking to stock up on our chocolates or send something sweet to someone special, you're in the right place.
As for lobster ice cream specifically: ice cream is a delicate, temperature-sensitive specialty, and we want to make sure every scoop reaches you exactly as it should. If you have questions about what's currently available to ship or order online, please don't hesitate to reach out — we're always happy to help.
A Little Bit of Ben & Bill's History
Lobster ice cream has been a signature of Ben & Bill's for decades. It's sweet, it's surprising, and yes — it really does have lobster in it. It started as a bit of a novelty, a way to celebrate the flavors of coastal Maine in the most unexpected way possible. Over the years it became a genuine tradition, drawing visitors from around the world who couldn't resist trying something they'd never seen anywhere else.
That's the spirit of everything we do here. Family-owned, handmade with care, and always a little bit adventurous.
Still Have Questions?
We love hearing from our customers. If you're planning a visit, curious about a specific product, or just want to talk ice cream, reach out to us anytime.