If you needed an excuse for an ice cream run, consider this it.
A recent ranking based on more than 100 million user ratings on the Beli platform just crowned Ferris Acres Creamery in Newtown, CT as the top ice cream destination in the entire country—and yes, it’s right here in our Fairfield County backyard.
Tucked into the rolling farmland of Newtown, Ferris Acres isn’t just an ice cream stand—it’s a full-on experience. This family-run spot has been serving up small-batch ice cream for generations, with cows grazing nearby and flavors made right on-site. It’s the kind of place where summer evenings stretch a little longer and the line out front is part of the charm.
And the flavors? Think playful classics with a twist—like Grasshopper (mint with crushed cookies) or Bada Bing (chocolate almond with dark chocolate chunks and cherries). It’s the kind of menu that makes choosing the “right” scoop nearly impossible.
While we’re especially proud to see a Connecticut favorite take the #1 spot, it’s worth noting that New England showed up strong overall. Regional standouts like The Juice Bar also earned a place among the country’s best—further proof that this corner of the map knows its way around a waffle cone.
For those already counting down to opening day, Ferris Acres is set to kick off its 2026 season in early May. Pro tip: if you’re planning a visit, go early… or embrace the wait. Some things are worth it. Their address, and you can’t make this up, is 144 Sugar Street in Newtown.
From our team to theirs—huge congratulations to Ferris Acres Creamery on a well-deserved national spotlight. We’ll see you in line.
Note: Some background information in this article was reported in the Hartford Courant.
