La Michoacana

BEST HOT FUDGE!!!…read more Margie's has been open for over 100 years. The exterior neon signs are all from 1954 and a lot of the interior decor is original from when they first opened, including all the Tiffany lamps. You can either order to-go at the inside counter, or wait for a table. If you order to-go, you'll wait outside and they will call your number when it's ready. If you prefer to eat in, they will call your name while you wait outside. Typically the wait for a table isn't too long since it's just ice cream. I always have to get a sundae with their homemade original hot fudge. It's sooo good and served in your own gravy boat.

My husband and I had both wanted to try this historic ice cream parlor and candy shop. The vibes…read moreare authentically vintage, with the wooden booths with individual jukeboxes (ours didn't work). There are a wide array of sundaes to choose from; I got the Margie's famous raspberry hot fudge sundae, which was so yummy; the fudge came in a little turreen on the side and the sundae itself was served in their signature clamshell dish. My husband got a chocolate chip cookie sundae, served in a big glass bowl. There are also shakes, malts, phosphates and other treats to choose from on their menu, as well as a case of homemade candies. The place isn't big and is rather crowded so we got an "eat and get out" vibe from the staff, which made me feel rushed (and who wants to hurry through ice cream?) Overall, though, Margie's has clearly been a Chicago favorite for a long time for a reason. Check them out.

Banana Split for 2

English Toffee Sundae

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Sundae

Firecakes Donuts

4.1(2k reviews)

9.4 mi•Near North Side

Delicious! Simple house made donuts, fresh espresso and hot chai were perfect. Firecakes offers…read moremultiple locations, with easy access throughout the city, open early and closing late, making it the perfect sweet treat all day long. The raspberry bold orange donut truly was fire, no premade compote here, fresh raspberry filling was a game changer. The cinnamon roll donut was decadent but totally worth it with all the walking you do as a tourist.

I think unfortunately people in Chicago might have never had a good donut in their lives. Firecakes…read morehas endless rave reviews, but the donuts I tried from here were borderline inedible. Horchata Donut: I don't know what the filling is here, but it was kind of oddly rancid / sour. No one in my group had more than a nibble. The fried dough in the Jelly Donut and the Cinnamon Sugar were both painfully dry, but the toppings themselves were fine. Glazed Cake Donut: This was the most palatable of the donuts we tried, but it's a very average cake donut. Kinda dry and Do-rite honestly does these way better.

Happy Birthday!

Vanilla Sprinkle Donut

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Java & Mug Cafe

4.5(267 reviews)

2.7 mi•North Park

On a hot sunny day, we were craving some Korean shaved ice (bingsoo). We decided to stop by Java &…read moreMug cafe after a quick google search of their menu. I was shocked to see how empty the cafe was, especially on a hot day. The quality of the bingsoo was great and really hit the spot! We ordered the injeolmi and strawberry flavors and both were very tasty! I would recommend this cafe for those looking for authentic Korean shaved ice around Chicago.

Went solely for their fruit and red bean shaved ice. The ice could've been finer (I had to chew on…read moresome larger shards of ice which wasn't pleasant), but otherwise we enjoyed it, and I was very happy to see that it had all the makings of an old school patbingsoo with both fruit and red bean, as well as mochi and ice cream, which is rare nowadays. It was pricey but enough for 2 people to share. Metered parking on a weekend evening was easy. My only complaint is that it had a strange, unpleasant smell inside (we were there in the evening during the weekend of April 25th). Also, when I came a few years ago, it had a really cozy, welcoming vibe packed with comfy couches. Now, it just looks like basic tables and plastic chairs, lacking comfort, character, and charm. I'm hoping to return to try the sweet potato latte and the other shaved ices, but I hope they do something about the smell and make the space feel more cozy and inviting.

Bingsoo/bingsu

Americano, latte, matcha croffle, black sesame croffle

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Black sesame snow bingsoo

Ghirardelli Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop

3.8(418 reviews)

9.6 mi•Near North Side

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Ghirardelli offers the very best Cacao Bean (in the US known as Cocoa Beans same thing) chocolate…read more Nestle Chocolate chips and candy bars are disgusting just most too much white unhealthy sugar but Americans seem to like it so nbd At Ghirardelli Ice Cream and Chocolate on Michigan Avenue where we have our second residence my husband may enjoy the most delicious ice cream I bring my own soy milk and Ghirardelli has the most delicious hot chocolate If you have a sweet tooth come for the ice cream, chocolates etc If you are shopping at Jewel try the Ghirardelli Chocolate Chips or the Ghirardelli Brownie Mix in a box Ghirardelli has something for everyone

Gift shop on 1st floor, ice cream shop on 2nd floor…read more A mini cone was perfect sized. A bit pricy at $14 but that's the price of late night sweet cravings! There's free water & small cups in the back corner that's not very well placed. I saw someone walk by with it and that's how I found it but it was a nice surprise. Personally wasn't a huge fan of my caramel flavor- it had a chocolatiness to it and I don't care for chocolate. It came with a white chocolate topper which was so cold it also wasn't my fave. The presentation was really nice tho!

4.1 mi•North Center, Lakeview

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Hot Fudge Sundae and Hot Chocolate

Margie's Candies

4.1(657 reviews)

I had a super special date at Margie's with my 2 year old, and we had the best time ever. What I…read morelove about Margie's is that it's frozen in time. It's pretty small inside, there are only a few tables. A server comes to your table to place your order, which I feel like never happens at ice cream shops anymore! The menu is huge! There were multiple sections to banana splits, sundaes, and shakes. We decided to go with something simple. My son ordered 2 scoops of cookies n cream ice cream (with sprinkles of course) and I got moose tracks! The ice cream is the real deal. Our server was super sweet, and we were in and out of there in probably 30-45 minutes. We had the best time and will definitely be back this summer.

We heard that Margie's Candies had some seriously good sundaes, so obviously we had to check the…read moreplace out. (The fact that the joint's been around for over 100 years doesn't hurt either.) It's a small restaurant but we managed to snag a cozy table near the back. We'd already spent most of the day eating, so we decided to share the Atomic Fudge Sundae. It's a fairly enormous concoction. I found it interesting that the hot fudge was served on the side, but it's actually pretty smart because you get control how much (or how little) sauce you get. The ice cream is the highlight. It's creamy and rich, and it's got a really nice flavor, too. The hot fudge was less impressive, but that might be because I had already eaten a Ghirardelli sundae earlier in the day and their hot fudge just can't be beat. The service was super friendly and the atmosphere was kitschy and fun. It's a cool place.

7.5 mi•Wicker Park, West Town

Coco Loco sundae

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Mindy's Bakery

3.9(2.7k reviews)

On our recent trip to Chicago, we were meeting friends for Wicker Park Fest, but on one condition,…read moreand that was that we met them at Mindy's Bakery for a few treats before heading into the gates. And honestly, I think a stop here for all future visits to Wicker Park now rely on this condition being met! While the baked goods are where it is at, the smell alone was worth selling itself. After we got a few whiffs, we made out way to the counter and did the ole "Ill take that, and this, oh and that too..." and ended up with a wide variety of cookies, tarts, danishes and cakes. All of which were absolutely delightful! Out of our haul, the peanut butter cookie was the highlight for me, and the raspberry crumble bar was it for my partner. Everything in between was delish, but a few things definitely stood out! Service was stellar from entry to exit. They knew we were newbies, so they helped us pick the best of the best. The space is gorgeous, bright, welcoming and classic. They definitely let the baked goods be just as much a part of the decor as the actual artwork. Overall, I get it now...Mindy's was impressive in all the right ways and is certainly a staple for all Chicago trips in the future!

Their seasonal banana cold foam cold brew is so stinkin good! The cold foam itself is super thick…read moreso as you drink your cold brew, quite literally every single sip gets that fantastic cold foam. The bagel, croissant, and peanut butter cookie were all so good! The dough used for the bagel and croissant is so scrumptious. I opted to get the ham and cheese croissant and it was a great balance. Both Bialays are a perfect savory treat! I can't wait to come back and try more of the baked goods, especially the coffee cakes.

8.4 mi•Ukrainian Village, West Town

Banana Butterscotch Au Lait

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Twice Baked Almond Croissant

Black Dog Gelato

4.2(687 reviews)

I realized it's been many years since my last review. It's still my favorite go to gelato spot…read more Small, cute ambiance. It's changed a lot the past couple years. It has gotten a larger menu with drinks & sandwiches too. More of a something for everyone vibe than before. Still have their fun flavors, cashew caramel goat cheese, but more classics now too. Lots of attentive servers ready to dish out your favorites. Day old pints on sale in the freezer with gelato pie & other goodies. Outside patio & counter seating with 3 seats available.

The Black Dog Gelato is such a cute neighborhood dessert spot. When we went around 10 PM on a…read moreFriday night, luckily it wasn't too crowded, so service was friendly and quick. They didn't have a huge flavor selection, but they covered the basics (vanilla, strawberry, chocolate, hazelnut etc). I chose the pistachio and it was so good and really satisfied my sweet tooth. They did samples when I visited, so I tried the goat cheese caramel, but it was a bit too tangy for my taste. There isn't much indoor seating, but they have cute, little patio seating just outside. Parking isn't ideal if you're coming from a long ways away, but I'm guessing a lot of their customers live close by to walk to it. We may have to visit again before we leave, but high recommend!

Blueberry French Toast

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Goat Cheese Cashew Caramel Seasonal Flavor @dangit.all

Scooter's Frozen Custard

4.4(694 reviews)

5.6 mi•Lakeview

Some of the best mixers and sundae's in the Midwest. Can't eat Culver's anymore after coming here…read more The small concretes are the perfect size. Recommendations include the CFNBC concrete **sub caramel for peanut butter** and the Worms 'N Dirt sundae with chocolate custard (nostalgic and actually delicious). Love this spot!

Scooter's is a must try for a sweet treat! Creamy ice cream and rotating flavors you can find on…read moretheir website. Everything from shakes, concretes, sundaes, Italian ice, and even hot dogs! Line gets pretty long, but it moves decently fast. They have a small inside, as well as a takeout window.

7.7 mi•Wicker Park, West Town

Concrete

Mocha Snicker Madness and Trail Mix Concretes

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PB&J Concrete regular

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams

4.6(761 reviews)

(4.5) ~ Very Good Overall ice Cream Shop…read more MENU: ** Standard: 1/2 scoop of Campfire S'Mores + 1/2 scoop of Buttercream Birthday Cake on their "exclusive" Buttercrisp Waffle Cone = (4.5) Very Tasty!

I love Jeni's. It always smells amazing in here. I'm not a huge ice cream fan, but if I'm gonna eat…read moreice cream, I'll go to Jeni's. It's always fun to check out their new unique flavors. Don't be afraid to ask for samples to help you decide out of all the delicious flavors! I went with two flavors because I couldn't pick between the two: queen charlotte sponge cake and frosted sugar cookie. I love cake batter/flavored ice cream, ice cream with cake chunks, and fruit ice cream, so both flavors were perfect for me. The frosted sugar cookie tasted like cream cheese frosting and the queen charlotte tasted like very sweet raspberry and had cake chunks. So delicious.

Peppermint Patty (v) and Banana Bread Pudding (v)

Salted Licorice and Bombastix

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Lots of flavors to try

26th Street Sugar Shack

4.3(253 reviews)

12.2 mi•Bridgeport

I ordered the butter pecan ice cream on a waffle cone, and it was absolutely delicious! The ice…read morecream was rich, creamy, and full of flavor, and the waffle cone was perfectly crunchy. The flavor of the cone complemented the butter pecan ice cream so well--it was the perfect combination! There's normally a wait, but on this particular day, I walked right up and was greeted with a smile. The friendly service made the experience even better. I truly enjoyed my visit and will definitely be back!

I think I have to give this place another chance. I got the red velvet funnel cake which came with…read morecream cheese icing and it was huge for $8. That's a great price compared to what you have to pay at a fair. The only problem was that the flavor seemed a little off. Or the texture. I'm not completely sure. I have to come back and try something else. They have a ton of options and at very reasonable prices. I'm gonna try and come back and maybe try a normal funnel cake next time I'm in the neighborhood.

26th Street Sugar Shack . 630 W 26th St, Chicago, IL Ice Cream Milk Shakes Italian Ice Famous Funnel Cake Sundae . Cool!

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Matt B.

3

79

54

6 years ago

This store is ran by neo-nazis who discriminate against the disabled. i was denied service there earlier tonight in violation of the Americans With Disabilities Act. if you too are denied service it is important to remember to file complains with the US Department Of Justice and the Illinois Human Rights Commission, as they can receive fines of up to $150,000 under the ADA for discrimination against the disabled. https://civilrights.justice.gov/ https://www2.illinois.gov/dhr/FilingaCharge/Pages/Public_Accommodations.aspx read more

Kristhy R.

0

4

17

4 years ago

I would rate this a zero if I could, they are way too slow and couldn't attend us, they also skipped us since me and my daughter were 2 people. Since it was really busy they literally took their time. We have waited more then 30 minutes and they were also losing customers. Literally the worst customer service read more

Terima K.

5

14

5 years ago

Great place to have some late night ice cream and other goodies. My boyfriend and I come here after a late night movie. They have a vast collection of sweet treats. The employees barely speak English though so double check you're getting what you paid for. read more

Valerie s.

0

2

0

6 years ago

Only one person working and the wait line is ridiculous!!! Waited in line for more than 20 mins . I feel bad for the worker who was there alone ! read more

Martinez M.

0

6

0

7 years ago

Long line all the time and only one employee all the time take one hour in only 5 people in front if me

La Michoacana - icecream - Updated August 2026

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