P & R Ice Cream

4.2 ( 622 reviews )
$10–20
1284 Blue Hill Ave, Mattapan, MA 02126, United States
+1 617-296-0922

P & R Ice Cream is a hidden gem located at 1284 Blue Hill Ave, Mattapan, MA. Renowned for its authentic Jamaican cuisine, this charming spot offers a delightful experience that leaves patrons returning for more. The resounding praise from customers reflects top-notch service and a welcoming atmosphere. Jimmy Vee describes the staff as "polite and accommodating," ensuring every visit is memorable.

One standout item is the Jamaican beef patty, celebrated for its perfect blend of flavors and textures. Clara Rodriguez fondly recalls her first try, emphasizing the need to savor it with a slice of coco bread and some Jamaican cheese, complemented perfectly by the shop's unique ice cream flavors. The grape nut and double rum raisin ice creams are crowd favorites, with KingYvee claiming the pistachio ice cream as the best they’ve ever tasted.

With each visit, customers like Jeffrey cherish the nostalgic flavors that echo childhood memories, making P & R a beloved local institution. Whether you're in the mood for a savory patty or a decadent scoop of ice cream, P & R Ice Cream promises a culinary experience that is both satisfying and deeply rooted in Jamaican culture. Make it your next stop – you won’t be disappointed!

Amenities and More

  • Service options
    • Delivery
    • Takeaway
    • Dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Great dessert
  • Popular for
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
  • Accessibility
    • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Offerings
    • Comfort food
    • Late-night food
    • Quick bite
    • Small plates
  • Dining options
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Catering
    • Dessert
    • Table service
  • Amenities
    • Toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Tourists
  • Planning
    • Usually a wait
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Credit cards
    • Debit cards
    • NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • Kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Parking

Reviews For P & R Ice Cream

Jimmy Vee
Jul 1,2025
I'm never let down when I come here. Always great service. Very polite and accommodating staff. Food is always great, Ice cream is always fresh and delicious.
Clara Rodriguez
May 15,2025
When I was gifted the knowledge and privilege to taste authentic Jamaican beef patties I was too young to understand them or how to eat them. A good friend of mine taught me how to walk into this humble establishment and how to even act when I approach the Lady at the window. At first glance this place doesn’t look like much but as you very well know I’m not one to judge a place for their aesthetic. Instead I took my cues from an expert who knew exactly what he was doing when faced with the dilema of ordering at this restaurant without clear view of a menu in sight. Today I strutted myself in there and walked up to the window greeted the lady and asked for a Jamaican beef patty with Jamaican cheese and a small grape nut ice cream. You can’t come in here and not try their delicious ice cream. Go for the authentic grape nut or indulge in something devilish like the double rum raisin made with Jamaican rum. My dear friend used always get his patty sandwiched between two slices of coco bread.
Jeffrey
Apr 30,2025
Childhood favorite and still alot of love. A great place to get you a patty cocoo bread and Jamaica cheese and ask the cashier her or his favorite beverage..any flavor
KingYvee
Apr 16,2025
P & R has the best green pistachio icecream I ever had hands down! And the beef patty with cocoa bread is the best
Angelita Chevannes
Apr 11,2025
Best patties... my daughters' favorite.
bertram winkle
Apr 7,2025
Wow, I have been to several if not all the Caribbean restaurants in Boston and must say that P & R is by far the best. If you have not tried their rum & raisin ice cream you’re missing out on an exceptional flavor. Even in the height of a winter storm I have braved the Boston weather just to get some grape nut ice-cream, another awesome flavor ice cream. My wife who is from Jamaica often tells me that she thinks I prefer P & R’s food over her own, I am there at least once per week for their jerk chicken and jerk pork. Their beef patties and coco bread is a must try. P & R has the best beef patties in Boston, without question. I will say that customer service can be improved but the food is so worth the trip. The management seem to go above and beyond for customers, even for rude disrespectful customers. However, as a business owner myself I understand the importance of catering to customers.
O'Mar Barnes
Apr 3,2025
Always a good place to eat and find good food. Patties are always on point and the cocoa bread is fresh. Good Ice cream sampled the Ginger flavor recently. Barbeque chicken was my least favorite, everything else is a go for me.
Holly “Gtgal” Joseph
Apr 1,2025
Love this place since I was young went a few weeks ago I wanted jerk chicken bad I got me some took a bite and noticed my chicken was pink as hell cut my other pieces to see if it was pink too it sure was. I only had one that wasn't pink haven't got food since

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