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Ashford Dairy Bar

4.1 453 reviews Closed 432 Ashford Center Rd, Ashford, CT 06278, United States

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Ashford Dairy Bar is a classic ice cream shop and casual eatery situated on Ashford Center Road in Ashford, Connecticut. It offers a blend of traditional American diner fare and seafood options that cater to a diverse range of tastes. The menu features favorites such as foot-long hot dogs with American cheese, double burgers, lobster rolls served cold, whole belly clam rolls, and chili cheese dogs. Alongside these hearty offerings, the dairy bar serves soft-serve ice cream, maintaining its roots as a neighborhood spot for sweet treats. The atmosphere is informal and welcoming, reflecting a small-town charm that appeals to locals and visitors alike. Situated conveniently on Route 44, Ashford Dairy Bar operates as a reliable stop for those seeking straightforward, satisfying meals and classic ice cream in a relaxed setting. Its combination of casual dining and traditional ice cream shop elements contributes to its role as a notable local destination within the Ashford community.

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Based on 453 reviews

Ashford Dairy Bar is consistently praised for its welcoming atmosphere and prompt, friendly service, making it a favored stop for both locals and visitors in Ashford, CT. Customers frequently highlight the quality and variety of the menu, especially the well-prepared burgers, soft-serve ice cream, and unique offerings like fish and chips and flavorful tacos. While most food items receive positive feedback for freshness and taste, some menu items, such as the chili, have drawn occasional critique for falling short of expectations. Reasonable pricing and accommodating dietary options, including veggie burgers, further add to the appeal. Overall, Ashford Dairy Bar is recognized as a charming and reliable spot that combines comfort food with a casual, inviting setting, encouraging repeat visits from those passing through the area.

Michelle Faraci

Apr 04, 2026

I just love the Ashford Dairy Bar in Connecticut. The service is always prompt and the staff always have a warm and welcoming smile. We aren't from the Northeast corner, however, when we're visiting J.N. Webster Scout Reservation, we always find time for the dairy bar. The ice cream and the fish and chips are delicious and leave a lasting impression. So, if you're ever on Route 44 in Ashford, CT, check out this wonderful establishment.

Bruce Provencher

Mar 30, 2026

I ordered chili, fries, and a double cheeseburger. The chili was disappointing. It was about a step above canned. The fries were decent, a nice shoestring style. The burger was nicely done, fresh, hot, and tasty. On a scale from 0-10 I would rate this 7.6.

Kiley F

Mar 09, 2026

Awesome burger and hot dog, great soft serve. They also had veggie burgers - big plus and their prices are definitely reasonable! We'll be back.

Scott P.

Feb 05, 2026

In case you haven't seen my previous reviews, this is my favorite type of restaurant, and I am all about the burger! So imagine my dismay when I drove all the way to Ashford and found they were temporarily out of ground beef! (Rest easy. More was delivered while I was there.) On this trip, I got the chicken sandwich. Please don't judge the sandwich by the picture. It comes with lettuce, tomato, and a special sauce... none of which I like. I just added bbq sauce. The food was hot, plentiful, and delicious. They serve both hard and soft ice cream, but I abstained this time. There are tables in the open and under cover. I highly recommend and will be returning for more!

Ed Goldberg

Jan 19, 2026

Ashford Dairy is a great little place. Just got an order today of chicken tacos and steak tacos. It was a bit of a wait, but it was well worth it. Vale la pena! These are not Taco Bell style gringo tacos. They are well filled with meat onions and cilantro. Price is reasonable, food was great.

Roman Jurkovic

Jan 12, 2026

I stopped here on my bike trip. Had only drinks and enjoyed my snacks. Staff was very nice and friendly. I have saved this place for future visit as it looks very nice. Lots of parking and place to sit (covered). There are not a lot of dining options in the area so you should stop here. I really enjoyed this cola drink with 33g of sugar :D perfect fuel on my bike day trip.

Timothy Miller

Jan 03, 2026

All in all a decent roadside dairy bar that I’ve stopped at a few times on my way back and forth from CT to RI. The food isn’t bad and it comes out in a reasonable amount of time if you get there before or after the lunch crowd, but you can say that about any place that sells food. Took about 10-15 minutes to get my food with five folks ahead of me in the order.

Brenda Dinsmore

Dec 11, 2025

You can tell this local dairy bar is under new ownership. The prices are reasonable and the food is delicious. My family went the other night. Fish sandwich (loved by my husband ). Daughter in law had a delicious cheeseburger. My son and I were looking forward to a good foot long hot dog, and they delivered! Ice cream was excellent too! Can’t wait to go back.