Around here, summer isn’t just a season — it’s a feeling. It’s a vibe.
It’s the sound of kids laughing at Mattingly Park, the sizzle of a steak hitting the backyard grill, and the sparkling Potomac views from the River Walk.
And when it comes to the taste of summer in Indian Head, we’re proud to be carving out our own place with Oasis Fresh Foods Market and Papaleo’s Ice Cream each celebrating our first summer on the scene.
Whether you’re gearing up for a backyard barbecue, heading home from work at the base or just craving something cold and sweet after a walk on the Rail Trail, we’re ready to great you with a smile, a friendly hello and something delicious to take home.
Grill Days & Cooler Nights
Step into Oasis this time of year and you’ll know it’s cookout season.
The meat case is loaded with summer staples — thick pork chops, chicken wings, and Logan’s famous beef-and-pork half-smokes. Stock up on brioche buns, grab a pack of tortillas and don’t forget the fresh corn and ripe tomatoes — perfect for slicing onto burgers or tossing in a salad.
The produce section is glowing with color. You can build your entire picnic basket right here — drinks, sides, snacks — and still have time to beat the heat.
Cool Treats & Small-Town Traditions
If the grill is the heart of summer, then Papaleo’s is the soul. Located at Oasis, our new ice cream shop draws a steady line of locals. Kids trade crumpled dollar bills for soft-serve cones. Couples share banana splits on the table out front. And every now and then, someone from the base stops by in uniform, milkshake in hand, savoring up a well-earned break.
Our popular Nor’easters and sundaes are treats that always help you beat the heat. You don’t just come here for dessert. You come to slow down. To make a memory. To smile without trying.
So fill your cart at Oasis. Grab a cone at Papaleo’s. Then take it slow — like the season was meant to be enjoyed.
One stop for everything you need. Two local favorites. All the flavor of summer, right here at home.