Toscanini's Ice Cream – American
A vibrant neighborhood landmark where the air is thick with the sweet scent of toasted sugar and freshly churned cream, drawing in crowds for a taste of artisanal indulgence. Velvety scoops of deep Belgian chocolate and smoky burnt caramel share the stage with adventurous infusions like floral Earl Grey and tart blackberry lime, offering a sophisticated balance of nostalgic comfort and bold innovation. Every visit feels like a celebration of pure, handcrafted joy, where the bustling energy of the counter perfectly complements the rich, decadent textures of each meticulously crafted flavor.
159 First Street, Cambridge MA 02142 https://tosci.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, halal, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, pescatarian, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone
Diet fit at Toscanini's Ice Cream
Dairy-Free at Toscanini's Ice Cream
Toscanini's Ice Cream in Cambridge has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Apple Cider Sorbet and Mango Sorbet. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Toscanini's Ice Cream
Toscanini's Ice Cream in Cambridge has 27 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Personalized Ice Cream Cake, Mint Cookies and Cream and Mint Chocolate Chip. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Toscanini's Ice Cream
Toscanini's Ice Cream in Cambridge has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Blackberry Lime. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Toscanini's Ice Cream
Toscanini's Ice Cream in Cambridge has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Green Tea and Blackberry Lime. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Toscanini's Ice Cream
Toscanini's Ice Cream in Cambridge has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Apple Cider Sorbet and Mango Sorbet. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Toscanini's Ice Cream
Toscanini's Ice Cream in Cambridge has 30 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Personalized Ice Cream Cake, Mint Cookies and Cream and Mochatini. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Toscanini's Ice Cream
Toscanini's Ice Cream in Cambridge has 10 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Gingersnap Molasses, Salty Caramel and Sweet Cream. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Fat at Toscanini's Ice Cream
Toscanini's Ice Cream in Cambridge has 1 low-fat-tagged dish on its current menu, including Mango Sorbet. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Toscanini's Ice Cream
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Mochatini | 106.8 g | 20 g |
| Cookies and Cream | 88.3 g | 14.9 g |
| Salty Caramel | 18.9 g | 14.8 g |
| Hojicha Macaroon | 54.7 g | 14.4 g |
| Blackberry Lime | 2.8 g | 13.6 g |
| Grape Nut | 109.8 g | 12.5 g |
| Mocha Cookie Dough | 89.8 g | 11.4 g |
| Cookie Dough | 105.9 g | 11.2 g |
| Mint Cookies and Cream | 120.5 g | 10.6 g |
| B3 | 98.6 g | 10.6 g |
| Mint Chocolate Chip | 122.9 g | 10 g |
| Personalized Ice Cream Cake | 93.1 g | 9.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Sunday - Thursday
- 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- Friday - Saturday
- 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests love the welcoming feel and professional service, frequently praising the attentive staff for their regular check-ins and friendly demeanor. Standout dishes include the well-seasoned soup, which reviewers highlight for its depth of flavor and satisfying quality. Celebrated for its warm and inviting atmosphere, this destination consistently leaves diners feeling well-cared for and thoroughly pleased with their meal.
Menu
Ice Cream Flavors
Hand-crafted artisanal ice cream flavors.
- Belgian Chocolate: Callebaut chocolate from Belgium, milk chocolate taste Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Blackberry Lime: Blackberries, lime, eggs Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Burnt Caramel: Caramel, eggs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Chocolate Chip: Vanilla ice cream, chocolate chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Coffee: Dark roast coffee Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cookie Dough: Vanilla ice cream, cookie dough chunks, gluten Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cookies and Cream: Vanilla cream, chocolate sandwich cookies, gluten Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Drunken Cherry: Cherry ice cream, rum, orange liqueur, cherries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Earl Grey: Earl grey tea, bergamot Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- French Vanilla: Vanilla, egg custard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Gingersnap Molasses: Molasses base, crushed gingersnap cookies, gluten Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Grape Nut: Grape nut cereal, gluten Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Green Tea: Matcha tea Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Hojicha Macaroon: Hojicha tea, almond base, fresh coconut, nuts, eggs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Kulfi: Cardamom, roasted almonds, pistachio nuts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Mango Sticky Rice: Sticky rice, coconut milk, mango puree, dairy Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
- Mint Chocolate Chip: Mint ice cream, chocolate chips Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Mint Cookies and Cream: Mint ice cream, chocolate sandwich cookies, gluten Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Mocha Cookie Dough: Mocha base, cookie dough, gluten, eggs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Mochatini: Coffee ice cream, cocoa, Kahlua, barley malt syrup, booze, gluten Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
- Nocciola: Hazelnut paste, nuts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Nutella: Chocolate, hazelnut, nuts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Peanut Butter Cup: Peanut butter ice cream, chocolate peanut butter cups, nuts Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Salty Caramel: Caramel, eggs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Strawberry: Strawberries, egg custard Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Sweet Cream: Cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- B3: Brown butter, brown sugar, brownies Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber
Sorbet
Vegan-friendly frozen fruit desserts.
- Apple Cider Sorbet: Reduced apple cider syrup Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Low-Cholesterol
- Mango Sorbet: Mango Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
Ice Cream Cakes
Custom cakes for crowds, requires 2 days notice.
- Personalized Ice Cream Cake: Ice cream, cake, hot fudge Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Frequently Asked Questions about Toscanini's Ice Cream
- Is Toscanini's Ice Cream dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Toscanini's Ice Cream has 2 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Apple Cider Sorbet and Mango Sorbet.
- What can I eat at Toscanini's Ice Cream on a dairy-free diet?
- Apple Cider Sorbet and Mango Sorbet carry the dairy-free tag, out of 2 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Toscanini's Ice Cream have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Apple Cider Sorbet and Mango Sorbet.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Toscanini's Ice Cream?
- Mochatini, at roughly 20g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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