Opening hours
Open now · closes 9:00 PM
| Monday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Saturday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
| Sunday | 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM |
Local time in Taunton: 1:30 PM (EST). Holiday hours may differ – call (508) 880-4900 to confirm.
Location & directions
1423 Somerset AvenueTaunton, MA 02780
About Frates
Frates is an ice cream shop located at 1423 Somerset Avenue in Taunton, Massachusetts. Our Taunton guide covers 28 food and drink spots, and this is one of them.
Frates is open daily, 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
Available service options are outdoor seating.
Accessibility features: wheelchair accessible. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, cash, and NFC mobile payments. You can reach the team at (508) 880-4900.
Quick facts
- Category
- Ice Cream Shop
- Address
- 1423 Somerset Avenue, Taunton, MA 02780
- Phone
- (508) 880-4900
- Hours
- Open daily, 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 11 AM on Saturdays; one of the quieter times is around 7 PM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for ice cream shops and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Frates’s weekday schedule with 106 other ice cream shops in Massachusetts. On a typical weekday it opens at 11:00 AM, earlier than 60% of them (the typical opening time is 12:00 PM) and closes at 9:00 PM, in line with the typical 9:00 PM.
In total it is open about 70 hours a week, 3 hours more than the local median of 67. 100% of ice cream shops in Massachusetts open on Sundays, and Frates is one of them.
Compared with 106 other ice cream shops in Massachusetts that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for ice cream shops in Massachusetts
Based on 7 menus with 126 priced items from ice cream shops in Massachusetts, the median menu item costs $7.50, and half of all items are priced between $4.50 and $11.25.
We don’t have Frates’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what ice cream shops in Massachusetts typically charge.
Calculated from 7 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
Amenities
- Restroom
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- Cash
- NFC mobile payments
The neighborhood
There are no other places to eat and drink in our guide within half a mile of Frates, but there are 3 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include European (1), Bakeries & Desserts (1), and Pizza (1).
Frates is the only ice cream shop within a mile (1 within three miles). The next closest is Tom & Jimmy's, 1.8 mi away.
Nearest places of other kinds
- PizzaDighton House of Pizza0.6 mi
- EuropeanTaunton Sports Restaurant0.8 mi
- Burgers & Fast FoodBurger King1.7 mi
- AmericanLa Familia Restaurant2.1 mi
- Sandwiches & DelisSubway2.7 mi
What to expect at an ice cream shop
This group brings together bakeries, donut shops, ice cream parlors, frozen yogurt shops, dessert cafes, candy stores and specialty sweet shops. Bakeries usually open early and sell their best items before noon, while ice cream and dessert shops are busiest in the evening and on warm weekends.
What to order
- Croissants or morning pastries – freshest early in the day
- Donuts – classic glazed is the benchmark
- Cookies and cupcakes – easy to share or take home
- Pan dulce or Asian buns – bakery specialties from other traditions
Good to know
- Arrive early for the full selection; popular items sell out.
- Order celebration cakes several days ahead.
- Many bakeries discount day-old bread and pastries in the afternoon.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Frates's opening hours?
Open daily, 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM. Monday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
Is Frates open on Sunday?
Yes, Frates is open on Sundays: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
Where is Frates located?
Frates is located at 1423 Somerset Avenue, Taunton, MA 02780.
What is the phone number of Frates?
You can call Frates at (508) 880-4900.
Does Frates offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Frates. Listed service options: outdoor seating.
Is Frates wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair accessible.
Is Frates open late?
No, Frates usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Frates?
There are 3 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Frates. Nearby options include Dighton House of Pizza (0.6 mi), Taunton Sports Restaurant (0.8 mi), and Burger King (1.7 mi).
Are there other ice cream shops near Frates?
None within a mile. The closest is Tom & Jimmy's, 1.8 mi away.
How much do ice cream shops in Massachusetts cost?
Based on 7 menus with 126 priced items from ice cream shops in Massachusetts, the median menu item costs $7.50, and half of all items are priced between $4.50 and $11.25.
Nearby places
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