Arctic Ice Cream

A business like this speaks volumes about what true entrepreneurial spirit really is. Arctic was founded in 1931 as an ice house originally. But with all that freezing capability why not expand into an ice cream producer and distributor? So they did, and as is the saying, the rest is history.
This location has been occupied by them since the 40’s, and they are still an ice house. They sell blocks, bags, and even dry ice in addition to the more dairy oriented offerings. If Trenton had an official ice cream, this would probably be it. Today it can be found in several area restaurants and institutions. When Chambersburg was in its heyday, various flavors were available in most of the Italian restaurants, though for some reason peanut butter was king.
Upon entering the establishment I was surprised by the business like setup. No bright colors or marketing of any kind. There were a few cases with takeout options available. Ice cream cakes that looked good and were good on the wallet too, and also Italian frozen novelties such as Tiramisu, Bombes, frozen fruit filled with sorbet, etc (each about $ 4)
Against the back wall was an old school ice cream fountain, and a small blackboard that listed flavors and costs. From the less that 10 choices I already knew I would get peanut butter, and thought chocolate would pair well with it. You have 2 choices of size, small 2.50 and large 3.50. I thought what the hell, go with large. This was a huge serving, really close to being a pint, that the gentleman served in a fall styrofoam cup. This cup was so big that the spoon barely hit the bottom even when I had it barely gripped by my finger tips. Needless to say my hand did get a bit cream covered by the end.
Both flavors were very good, and for those that say the peanut butter is the best around, they may be right. I would certainly enjoy the same combo again. Or I might opt for a few of the fruity options (that means you peach). I hope more people patronize this spot. While it may not be as eye catching as some parlors for the kiddies, I think the parents will be happy with the prices. 4.25 icey Unilocal

I get dry ice from this place for work every few weeks and I finally tried the tiramisu that stares me in the face every time I pay. It is AMAZING! Looking forward to my next visit in three more weeks. I’m sure everything is good, but I’m going to have to try for myself.
Oh…and everyone is always helpful and friendly.

This is the real thing — and the only ice cream served at the Chick and Nello’s («Chick’s») Homestead Inn in Hamilton. The other reviewer has it right — Arctic has the best peanut butter ice cream on this planet. It formerly featured a beautiful lunch counters and road fountain (and apparently some of the best egg salad around, according to my wife), but now it’s just ice cream, frozen treats and ice to go.
I cannot impress upon you enough how good their peanut butter ice cream is. I’ve had several other really good — and often seasonal — flavors, but good lord if you like peanut butter this is the place.

This company makes the greatest peanut butter ice cream known to man. A Trenton original, they’ve been making ice cream for Trentonians for 80 years. You won’t find it in your local grocery store as they only sell whole sale to restaurants and the public out of their Trenton (really Ewing) location.
In addition to 45 flavors of ice cream, they also sell novelty items.
Next time you’re planning to have a party, be sure to get your ice cream treats from Arctic.