I am a person who really, really loves ice cream...so, I had to check out what this place is all about.... Environment When you walk in, you are greeted with the wonderfully smells of a mixture of vanilla and chocolate....at least that's what I picked up...you might have a different smell experience based on your favorite ice cream related smells! The space is on the smaller side...with a few tables and then the case full of chocolate. There is a very easy to understand and read menu board...including visual examples of each of their menu items Staff The staff is super accommodating and laid back...laid back in the way of not feeling rushed to make a decision. Food I fell in love with the campfire s'mores milkshake...it has a great mix of all the s'mores related ingredients...topped with a giant chocolate covered marshmallow read more

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I was greeted when I walked in by Saxony and William talked me into trying all of the bark which was AMAZING by the way. They were both so polite and friendly. The store was clean. My order was made fast. I ordered a dairy free cookies and cream with peanut butter shake. The first sip was a 10/10. Its hard to find teenagers that smile and enjoy coming to work. Thank you SO much for making my day. read more

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Walking in we were greeted by a lovely lady. She explained the different candies and treats then helped me pick out a delicious milkshake I ordered a chocolate covered strawberry and it even had a chocolate covered strawberry on top It was so good. Real strawberries in the shake. Not too sweet but very refreshing. The store itself was spotless. White with nice lighting. Very inviting. Outside there are chairs and when it is good to use the Monon watch out because there is bound to be a line Several people came in and I asked them if they had been before. They all said yes and one girl told me she loved it because they have dairy free milkshakes. Would I go back again? You betcha read more

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Let's start off by saying how amazing the lady behind the counter was. She was so nice and patient with us. It took me a while to figure out which one I wanted because they all sounded so good. Well, I decided on the campfire s'mores you can't go wrong with that one. It had a chocolate and marshmallow ring around the glass. It was full of graham crackers, chocolate and little bitty marshmallows, and it was topped off with a chocolate covered marshmallow dipped in graham crackers. Yum Yum. For my bark samples I chose toasted coconut and the s'mores. Thank you Milkshake Factory for making this possible and Yelp. read more

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Solid milkshake. A little more liquid than thick but it worked for the one I got because it reminded me of like a frappe of sorts. The service was quick and friendly and the space was clean and welcoming. Would definitely grab one again if I'm in the area. read more

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Inside was very clean and organized! The menu was full of interesting milkshake options as well as build-your-own selections. Service was fast despite a sudden boost of customers all at once. There are chocolates and other desserts available for purchase besides milkshakes, but they are pretty pricey for their sizes. My s'mores milkshake was very good with a lot of different textures from the additional toppings that came with it, but I wish I had gotten a smaller size as it was definitely a rich drink (which is not a bad thing at all!) read more

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Now Ill be honest, my children ate all my items before i coukd try anything but the milkshake. However the experience of being there with my daughter was everything. They have a photobooth that we had so much fun with. The shop is so cute and so many plaves where u can take photos. Just had a great time whike waiting. But from what i dod get to try would definitely go again especially bc I want to get the chocolate covered strawberries. read more

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The milkshakes were very tasty! I was impressed by the selection they had. They also had other desserts to choose from too. We will be back to try more! read more

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I first spotted the pending arrival of MilkShake Factory at its Avon location while on the way out to my parents' home. When I noticed that Nora, much closer to my house, was getting one I knew that a stop was to be near in the future. Okay, so the basics. Yes, this is a chain. It started in Pittsburgh in 1914, or at least what would become this chain started then. If you think about it, that was a time when even the idea of refrigeration was fairly new and definitely considered a luxury. So, getting a milkshake was a definite treat. Multiple generations of a family moved from soda fountains to chocolatiers to milkshakes. It was in the mid-90s that MilkShake Factory was actually born - the fourth generation of the family to actually have this tradition. These days, milkshakes are front-and-center while chocolates are definitely still a strong presence. The product is still premium. MilkShake Factory carries classic shakes (the usual flavors), signature shakes, gourmet shakes, limited time shakes, dairy-free shakes, chocolates, a handful of non-shake items, and a decor that brings to mind those old days of soda fountains. Shake prices start around $7 or so and go higher. Again, I'd consider this a more premium but not outrageous experience. This location is ideally located right along the Monon Trail at 82nd Street. It's a great spot with a handful of indoor tables, a row of lawn-type chairs (nicer, wood) along the backside, and easy carry-out. Accessible parking is located almost directly in front of it. The glass door is pretty easy to open. The floor plan is pretty open, though I did have to move one item to gain true wheelchair access. There were a handful of employees working - I'll admit I find this refreshing. I know that money can be tight, but I always like seeing more than 1-2 employees in a shop. I ordered a fairly basic chocolate shake. It's one of the "classic" shakes and one of the least expensive. It came with whipped cream in a modestly sized plastic classic (nicely done, attractive but definitely different than the glasses shown in photos). Employees were friendly. My impression? I think this is likely going to be a bigger deal for those who embrace the gourmet and specialty shakes. The chocolate shake wasn't quite as thick as I'd expected, however, the gourmet and specialty shakes seem to be truly a lot more special. When I return (and I will), I'll likely move out of the classic shakes and into something a bit more extravagant. At this point, I'm feeling more of a 4-star than a 5-star. However, I don't consider it out of the question that I'll fork over that 5th star upon my return and once I start trying other flavors. I may have gone too basic this time around. I'm also wanting to try their chocolates. I look forward to returning and to also trying out the Avon location the next time I'm out that way. read more

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You're not gonna find no five-dollar shakes here. Sorry, honey bunny. But you will find classic milkshakes (vanilla, chocolate, strawberry) for under $7, and specialty milkshakes (fancier shakes with stuff in them) for around $10. Not too bad, considering. One thing you need to know, though: The consistency of the milkshakes at the MilkShake Factory in Nora are a little thinner than you'd expect, or maybe thinner than you'd like. They're more like a smoothie consistency. These are not the kind of milkshakes where you'll need a spoon handy. A straw will do. This detail was told to me by my children, who got milkshakes: the Chocolate Cake Shake and the Confetti Frosted Cupcake Shake. Apparently, the Chocolate Cake Shake tastes just like chocolate cake! I'll be danged. I didn't get a milkshake, because my milkshake and ice cream days are kind of over. I just don't have a taste for ice cream like I used to -- it's all just sweet mucus to me. But I did want to join in on the family fun, so I got a root beer float. A root beet float is more like a beverage, so less like mucus. My root beer float was super refreshing! They use Hank's root beer, which I had never tasted before, but it was very good. There are some tables inside MilkShake Factory, so you can enjoy your sweet treats indoors. There's also a water bottle refill station inside, which is nice because MilkShake Factory is located off of the Monon Trail, and I'm sure they see lots of walking and biking traffic. When the weather is nice, you will probably want to take your milkshake outside, where there are plenty of Adirondack chairs at which to sit. read more

I really loved this place. The store is so sleek and clean, and it smelled amazing as soon as we walked in. We tried the gluten-free yogurt milkshake. I honestly didn't expect it to taste that good, but it surprised me! It was really enjoyable, just a little sweeter than I prefer. We also got the Cookies & Cream bark and the Toasted Coconut bark. The Cookies & Cream was my favorite, so good. What really stood out was the service. I didn't catch her name, but she was so kind and patient, took her time explaining everything, and made us feel comfortable. That kind of service makes all the difference. Definitely coming back. read more

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Uh, ohhhhh...this place will make your taste buds tingle. So many options and so many flavors waiting on you to choose. Friendly atmosphere on top like a cherry . Yummy read more

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We went and got 3 shakes and this is more of a TOGO place in plastic cups....or that is the way we were served ours. In plastic to go cups. Cookies n Cream was delicious and I got the Strawberry dipped in chocolate! The team was very nice and work pretty quickly for all the shakes they are making. The 3 shakes were not thick and more milky like but very delicious read more

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The shakes are delicious. I just got Vanilla. My son got Chocolate Cake Shake any daughter went with the Mint Cookies and Cream. I tried them all. They were all very fun, but I still like the plain ol' Vanilla best :). Maybe next time I will get the coffee flavored one It did take quite a while to get them, but they were super busy too. There is nice outside Adirondack chairs outside. The inside seats are crowded with people waiting for their drinks. Once we got outside, it was great to sit and enjoy. I signed up for rewards and am looking forward to that free birthday present! read more

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Pretty good and interesting flavors. Of course they are more expensive, but that's part of getting interesting flavors. Bananas Foster flavor was very good, as was Chocolate Raspberry. The person working was sitting on the floor behind the counter which was weird, but other than that everything seemed fine. Plenty of parking out front. read more

Brand new spot! They seem to have plenty of workers since they were able to clear the line efficiently. Everyone very friendly! I had a peanut butter milk shake and hubby had vanilla. Both delicious and the right level of drinkable-ness! The ourdoor seating has plenty of plastic Adirondack chairs / inside has tables but no one was using these with the weather so nice. read more

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Decent tasting milkshake. A bit on the small size for the price. I did not like the chocolate chips mixed in. I'm not a fan of chewing a drink. Service was good and the shop was clean. read more

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Finally a good milkshake place in Indy! The prices were on the higher side ($9 for the shake in the pictures), but the milkshake itself was quite good! A good consistency to be able to drink out of a straw, a nice blend of flavors (really captured both the chocolate & the raspberry), and appropriate size. Despite a line, service was quick! A few tables if you wanted to sit. Will certainly be back when the milkshake cravings hit! read more

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The Milkshake Factory did not disappoint! We visited this location after having dinner as a family for our youngest son's 25th birthday! My 5 year old twin grandsons loved it! They have a lot of different variety of flavors and cool creation's! They appeared to be a little short staffed that evening, but the service was great and the atmosphere was bright and inviting. One thing I would recommend is adding a kids menu or kid friendly options. Even though they don't have a designated kids menu, they did create a nice treat for the twins. We would definitely visit again! read more

Amazing!!! We will be regulars here for sure! We went on a Saturday evening around 7pm and there was a bit of a line. The line moved quickly which was great! I didn't realize they offered more than just milkshakes. They have a bunch of different chocolates and a bunch of different chocolate covered treats! We ordered the Hot Fudge Sundae and Confetti Cake Shake. Both were so yummy! While we waited we tried out the selfie station which is a nice touch! Looking forward to going back! read more

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OMG! Milkshake Factory has something for everyone. It has something for chocolate lovers, milkshake aficionados, and those who savor sweet treats. The chocolate cake shake is a limited time special--so, my 13-year-old companion choose it. At $11, you may think--that's pricey. Although the size, ingredients, and being topped with a house made chocolate cake pop made the cost a moot point. The look on my teenaged companion's face made it worth every penny. He was chatty and animated (maybe it was the sugar). It doesn't matter, we had a great conversation that began with the shake! There are Signature Milkshakes and Gourmet Milkshakes, Classic Shakes and---not too leave anyone out---Non-Dairy Shakes! There's also a menu of "not" shakes including Root Beer Floats, Sundaes, and more. Ambiance is what you make it. There Adirondack chairs on the side of the building facing the Monon Trail (eat your hearts out exercisers)! There's one small bistro table set out front. We sat there. Yummy spot to indulge! read more

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You had me at Milkshake - and then again at Vegan options - and then again at Sundaes. YUM. I was able to sample the bananas foster milkshake (thank you, Erin!) and decided to get the Peanut Butter Meltaway Cookie Sundae and took the Vegan Chocolate Shake (add peanut butter sauce) home for the hubs. ALL were superb! I also got a square of the Dubai chocolate - and it was good. Definitely a new place to grab dairy free goodness going forward! Pro tip: they will let you sample any of the bark and chocolate offerings in the display case - you just have to ask! No pics because we tore the sundae and shake UP before I got one. read more

I mean, it's ice cream so I'm already happy. So hard to choose, but had to go with the bananas foster milkshake and it did not disappoint. Chunks of banana, caramel toffee syrup and house made vanilla ice cream and a chunk of chocolate on top of whipped cream. You need the big straw. Be prepared to be full! Completely worth it!! Must go back and try them all! They also have dairy free options! read more

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I sampled the milk chocolate bark with almonds, and had a chocolate covered strawberry milkshake. Both were incredibly delectable and this is coming from a certified chocolate hater! The person who greeted us and then helped us pick our order was so kind and helpful! It's bright and inviting inside. Get there soon if you haven't been. They have vegan/ non dairy milkshakes! read more

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Sometimes, it is important for me to remember that when you go "out", you are paying for the experience and memories just as much as you are paying for the actual items being purchased. This was an important reminder as I visited the Milkshake Factory with my family of five. Let me start by saying the desserts at the Milkshake Factory are top notch. If you are craving a perfectly crafted dessert consisting of premium ice cream, milk and various toppings and mix-ins, Milkshake Factory is THE place. Some of the best milkshakes I've had since Kelis was bringing me to the yard. ;) After much deliberation from my children, we decided on two Choclatiers, a Cookie Brownie Fudge, the surprising delicious Campfire S'mores and a classic strawberry shake. (Fun fact: Sometimes I just crave a strawberry shake. Not usually ice cream, but an actual shake. If I am ordering a milkshake and can't decide ... strawberry for the win. It's also interesting that a strawberry milkshake will let you know if the ice cream establishment is actually any good. Anyone can throw more chocolate or brownie pieces into a cup and make it taste good. You want to know if a place really knows what they are doing? Order the strawberry. You heard it here, first.) The milkshakes were incredible. Based on taste alone, 5 stars and more! My strawberry shake had bits of strawberries all throuhout and was simply refreshing. The various chocolate shakes were perfect. But let me tell you about that Campfire S'mores! True confession: I don't like s'mores. A Hoosier who loves to camp who doesn't like s'mores. I feel like a disgrace to the Midwest (Not really! You can keep your crappy dessert). However, I'll pay respect where respect is due. And this freaking Campfire S'mores milkshake deserves ALL the r-e-s-p-e-c-t! It cost a little more because it also includes a s'more topper, a marshmallow dipped in chocolate and then coated in crushed golden graham cereal. Even that was good! But that milkshake had something special. Maybe the marshmallow cream? I don't know, but I had SEVERAL tastes of my daughter's shake, to her dismay. Haha. Next time, I am going to order the (gasp!) s'mores! Crazy talk. The service was great. It took some time to make the shakes, but not long. And the people behind the counter were very patient with my indecisive family. So far, everything has been a 5-star rating. So, why the 4 stars? Simply put, as a 48-year-old dad, spending $55 on ice cream that will vanish into bellies in the next 30 minutes is a little hard to, well, stomach. Each milkshake we purchased was between $7 for the classic all the way to almost $12 for the s'mores. For me, the Milkshake Factory would be the perfect end to a 1:1 date. That's $20 to sit across from each other and stare into each others eyes as you gently, yet firmly suck ... your delicious ice cream through a straw. (Yes, this dad also has some pretty good date tips. The milkshake ends well for you, I promise.) In all fairness to Milkshake Factory, we had also gone to dinner so it was hard for this dad not to think: "Oh, I wasn't really planning on dropping $200 on food today" Haha. So, $50 for delicious ice cream and a fun family memory is not out of the question every once in a while, but if they had some sort of kid's menu (they do not), this would have been 5 stars. read more

I came in on a Sunday afternoon and it was packed! I looked at the hours on their website it stated that they opened at 2p but it looked like they had been open far earlier. I got the Bananas Foster milkshake, it was good, however, it was a bit more soupy and not as frozen of a milkshake, by the time I got home, it was fairly melted down. The chocolate piece topping the milkshake is a nice touch .. it was a good chunk. The chocolate piece was a really good milk chocolate flavor. In addition to milkshakes they do offer chocolate confectionery items. I also purchased the chocolate almond bark and that was delicious! There is limited seating inside and some seating outside to the side of the building. Customer service was friendly even though they were super busy! read more

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I've been waiting patiently for Milkshake Factory to open in the neighborhood!! I was driving and literally said to myself, "I wonder if that new place is open?" AND IT WAS!! So of course I had to drop by! There was a line but definitely wasn't a hassle! We waiting no more than 5 minutes! We were greeted with smiles and a positive atmosphere! It was a nice surprise to see that they also had chocolates as well! And bonus was that we could sample any and everything! They also had great deals and decent prices as well! I got the non-dairy cookies and cream shake! We don't eat dairy and so my friend was hesitant at first about going but I had a feeling they'd have options for us! The milkshake was 10/10 delicious!! I liked that they also had a variety of flavors and options throughout the menu. Maybe one day I'll brave it out and try some of their dairy options. If the nondairy was good I know those are too! I actually just read that you can replace and dairy shakes with non-dairy! Wow that's amazing! Another plus is their rewards system! Can't go wrong with a place that off rewards! I'm excited for them! Great spot right off the Monon trail! read more

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I had heard good things about Milkshake Factory Nora, so after a long walk on the Monon Trail,I decided to treat myself to a milkshake. When I walked in, I saw a nice display of chocolate bark that looked amazing and the menu of milkshakes on the wall. They have a unique selection of milkshakes to choose from, as well as chocolate cups which is ice cream with chocolate and toppings. The ambiance is very nice and definitely resembles a ice cream shop, except it is milkshakes. I walked up to the counter and the nice girl greeted me with a big smile and asked for my order. I just went with a classic mint chip Shake. I waited a few minutes because the place was packed, but within five minutes, my mint chip Shake was ready for pick up. The gentleman who made my shake greeted me with a smile and told me to have a nice day. I took a sip of the mint chip shake and it was heaven!! It definitely tasted like mint chocolate chip, and it was smooth and cold just like a milkshake should be. I would definitely like to try one of the gourmet milkshakes the next time I come back, because the banana cream pie milkshake looked incredible. Milkshake Factory Nora is a great gourmet milkshake place, and I'm glad it was brought it the Nora area. It is a great concept, and I think it will be around for quite a while. read more

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I have been wanting to try this place out since I first seen that they had opened. So on Sunday I finally gave in and made the stop since I was in the Nora area shopping. Let me just it was the best decision I made. I went at the perfect time because it wasn't a crowd in there maybe like two other customers besides me. After I was in there for 5 min it had got a crowd. The cashier had answered any questions I had about different items on the menu. I love how they have a non diary milkshake which is really great. The prices were your typical prices for a milkshake store of this caliber. Even though there were a lot of great options I opted to stick with my favorite cookies n cream milkshake. The inside of the store was very clean and there were places for you to sit inside if you want to enjoy your milkshake inside the store. If you have not been here and you love milkshakes for sure make sure to try them out. read more

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I have been waiting on this place to open for months. I finally got to try it and thoroughly enjoyed! One of the best milkshakes I've had in a long time. Place was clean and Service was quick,accurate, and very hospitable. I love how close this is to the monon trail and the fact they have an outside seating area as well. I look forward to coming back to try other flavors read more

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We were lucky to get in without a wait. The staff was great. We loved the brand story and roots of the franchise. However we are not in love with the shakes. Peanut butter brownie and cookie varieties...both have some under lying flavor note we are not super fond of. Worth a try to see if it might be appealing to your palette. We'll stick with Handels or Graeters. read more

My first experience at The Milkshake Factory was disappointing. I ordered a peanut butter ice cream dessert, not a milkshake but one of their other ice cream options, and it just wasn't good. The ice cream tasted low quality and had icy crystals throughout, like it hadn't been stored properly. The flavor combination was fine, but for the price, the quality wasn't worth it. It honestly tasted like cheap, generic ice cream, which was a letdown. read more

Nice but slightly pricier than expected. Good customer service and samples are available.

We keep going back to this place. This is honestly the best milkshake I've ever had, so that says a lot. My wife feels the same way. Such an absolute winner of a place. I hope it stays in business for years to come. We will be long time customers! We actually live in the Geist area so it's a little bit of a longer trip for us, but it's way worth it. The first time we went, the owner was there and they were doing some training. We had a conversation with him and he was a fantastic guy and very personable. I wish the best for him and his business endeavors. This place rocks! read more

These are the best milkshakes I've ever had. You will drink the whole thing and then have a stomachache. Regrets? Never! Could use a fee more spots to sit though. read more

First time trying milkshake factory. It was clean and staff were great. There was a really good variety here, we will definitely be back. read more

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Delicious milk shakes. I had the peanut butter brownie and the chunks of brownie are delicious. The fresh whipped cream is super tasty too.

The milkshakes are soo yummy. Loved the chocolate with strawberries. The cookie jar was the best!

The milkshake was very watery and unacceptable, way overpriced for bad quality. With the name milkshake factory they need to be good every time! read more

Really delicious. I liked the David Bowie song they played. The employee Zeke was nice.