Pugnuts Ice Cream Shop: Artisanal Ice Cream, Gelato, and Local

A wooden bench sits outside a bright ice cream shop window along a park road in Acadia National Park.

Clam Trax hits with a milk-ch chocolate base, peanut butter swirl, yogurt pretzels, and Oreo fragments—the crunch and snap clash in a creamy swirl. Salted Caramel Kettle Corn brings a crackly, caramel-bright swirl with chocolate-covered corn nuts for a brine-kissed bite. Oak Gelato pours an oaky, woodsmoke edge while Lavender Honey Gelato perfumes the air with floral notes and a silky finish. Pug Passion anchors the lineup, a bold gelato that fans keep coming back for.

Quick facts

Meals Served: Afternoon
Evening
Signature Dishes: Clam Trax; Salted Caramel Kettle Corn; Oak Gelato; Lavender Honey Gelato; Pug Passion
Local Specialties: Uses local Maine ingredients such as Wyman's berries in blueberry sorbet and birch syrup in Birch Bark gelato.
Popular Items: Clam Trax; Salted Caramel Kettle Corn; Oak Gelato; Lavender Honey Gelato; Puppy Cups for dogs.

What to order

Meals Served: Afternoon
Evening
Signature Dishes: Clam Trax; Salted Caramel Kettle Corn; Oak Gelato; Lavender Honey Gelato; Pug Passion
Local Specialties: Uses local Maine ingredients such as Wyman's berries in blueberry sorbet and birch syrup in Birch Bark gelato.
Popular Items: Clam Trax; Salted Caramel Kettle Corn; Oak Gelato; Lavender Honey Gelato; Puppy Cups for dogs.
Menu Recommendations: Clam Trax for texture and contrast; Salted Caramel Kettle Corn for the crunch; Oak Gelato for the smoky edge; Lavender Honey Gelato for floral balance; Puppy Cups for dogs
Dietary Options: Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten-Free

Prices & reservations

Price Specifics: A small gelato in a waffle cone runs around $9 after tax; gluten-free waffle cones are available; there are rotating vegan options daily.
Reservations Policy: Walk-in only.
Payment Methods: Cash
Credit Card
Debit Card
Cash Only: 0

Hours & seating

Operating Hours: Monday: Closed
Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday: Closed
Thursday: Closed
Friday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Seasonal Hours: Seasonal operation; extended hours in summer.
Closed Days: Off-season closures; typically closed in winter.
Happy Hour Times: Happy hour not offered.
Outdoor Seating: Yes
Parking Details: Parking details not listed; on-street options may be available.
Accessibility: No detailed accessibility information provided; inside seating available; takeout offered.

Visit strategy

Best For: Families
Casual outings
Dog-friendly visits
Not Ideal For: Those seeking a formal dining experience or a quiet counter-visit
Service Type: Counter service
Service Speed: Casual pace; counter service
Vibe: Whimsical
Pug-themed
Casual
Community hub
Noise Level: Moderate casual buzz
View Type: Water view
Busiest Times: No official busiest hours published; however, reviews note that vegan flavors can run out, so plan to visit early or call ahead.
Best Visit Times: Go early for vegan options; avoid peak mid-afternoon if possible
Tips Advice: Clam Trax and Salted Caramel Kettle Corn are the musts.
Dog owners: try the puppy cups; dog-friendly patio.
Gluten-free waffle cones available.
Takeout is available if you want to picnic at Surry Town Park.
For vegan options, call ahead to confirm what’s rotating that day.

More details

Park Area: Surry, Maine (near Acadia National Park region).
Takeout Available: 1
Delivery Available: 0
Dress Code: Casual
Beverage Program: Coffee, espresso, cappuccino, and lattes from Bucklyn Coffee beans.
Tasting Flights: 0
Tours Available: 0
Bottle Sales: 0
Parking Available: 0
Dog Friendly Patio: 1
Wi-Fi Available: 0
Family Friendly: 1
Family Friendly Notes: Kid-friendly with whimsical decor; dog-friendly outdoors; park-adjacent
Age Restriction: All ages welcome
Bar Seating: 0
Seasonal Rushes: Summer busier; dates vary
Has Gift Shop: 0
Unique Attractions: Pug-themed ambiance; puppy cups for dogs; water view nearby
Unique Factor: Pug-themed artisanal ice cream with local Maine ingredients
Nearby Facilities: Surry Town Park; water view; picnic seating nearby
Recent Updates: Rotating vegan options daily; dairy-free frozen treats via Paco Jet
Best Time To Visit: Go early or call ahead to check vegan option availability; open daily 12:00–21:00 in season.
The Order Strategy: Skip the vanilla scoop, get Clam Trax. For coffee, order Bucklyn Espresso.
The Vibe Check: Casual, family-friendly, pug-themed hangout with park-side vibes.
The Crowd Factor: Walk-in only; arrive earlier in the day for best vegan options.
Eat Here If Skip If: EAT HERE IF: you want inventive Maine flavors in a pug-themed setting. SKIP IF: you need a formal, sit-down tasting menu.
Distance From Park: approximately 16 miles from park entrance
Review Summary: Texture and flavor notes highlight creamy sweetness and aromatic blends; locals praise artisanal quality and local ingredients; prices labeled as a potential drawback though many savor the inventive lineup.