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After a busy day, we wanted something to cool off, so we stopped by here since it was the only option available at this location. We each got two scoops in different flavors, and between us we were able to try different flavors. The variety was nice, and some flavors stood out more than others. You can choose between single, double, or triple scoops, and pick either a cone or a cup. They also have mini donuts in a variety of flavors! The flavors were creamy, fresh, and well-balanced, with something for everyone from classic chocolate and vanilla to fruity options like strawberry, orange sherbet, and Superman. The ice cream was good, though not all flavors were equally memorable. Portions were generous, though not all flavors were equally memorable. It's a fun spot for sharing and sampling, especially if you like having options. read more

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A unique dessert experience in Chicago! The original rainbow cone features 5 flavors in one, which you can either get in a cup or a cone. It incorporates sherbet and ice cream all in one, so there's something for everyone. I fell in love with their orange sherbet flavor so when I went back the next day, ordered their orange dream cone. It did melt pretty quickly under the hot sun so be sure to eat this in the shade! Cones are made quickly and the location I visited was right on Navy Pier, so I got to enjoy this treat with a great view. read more

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Travis P.

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Super delicious and unique ice cream located on Chicago's Navy Pier. We got the rainbow cone which came with five different flavors. It was $10 but definitely a fun treat to have. Every flavor surprisingly went together and the cone was fresh and buttery. Definitely worth getting! read more

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Yum, perfect treat for a summer day! When I went there was no line, and my ice cream was ready fast! I got the rainbow cone, I don't even know what all of the flavors are, but they are delicious. Had to eat fast as it was very melty. Beautiful views from here of course! Kinda pricey but it's to be expected due to its location. Very tasty! read more

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Super good. Small ice cream shack. A "close your eyes and buy" kind of thing . Service was good. On navy pier, a beautiful view. You should be able to sub the flavors but I get the rainbow appeal. Worth getting if you're on the pier and haven't yet. read more

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We were walking around navy pier and saw people holding these super colorful ice cream cones and wanted to give it a try! I really liked the pistachio flavor. I was very impressed with how well the ice cream held together even though so many flavors were piled ontop. I wish there were more places to enjoy our food, but there was a nice view of the Chicago skyline! read more

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You can get two scoops of ice cream for $7 and 3 scoops for $9. If you add $2, you can upgrade to a waffle cone. Unfortunately there is no option for just 1 scoop. This is the first time I've seen the option to get a rainbow cone which looked really pretty. If you get the cone, it comes with an ice cream cone guard to help catch the dripping ice cream. Tried the orange sherbet, vanilla, and cookies and cream which all tasted good. read more

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Only grabbed a cone to say we tried it, but I would've been okay if we didn't grab one. I think a cone is $7 + tax, but at that price point, I would've been better off with a local ice cream shop. The ice cream quality was definitely low-end. It did make for a pretty picture, though. read more

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While roaming around in Navy pier, I stopped by to try the iconic rainbow cone. It was a good ice cream. Palmer house and pistachio were my favorite flavors. read more

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Walking down the Navy Pier and looking for a quick treat. Tasty flavors in a cup or cone hit the spot! read more

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This is a great find at this window serve stand at Navy Pier on the South side of the Pier probably about 3/4 quarters out on the pier, a little ways past the theatre. You'll want to get their famous rainbow cone that comes with 5 flavors and as of August 2023 it's 7 dollars. The flavors are Orange Sherbet, Pistachio, Palmer House (has cherry in it), Strawberry, and Chocolate. Whats cool is how they give you the ice cream, they don't scoop it they slice it, so it comes with one flavor on top of another. Not your usual way to get ice cream but oo so worth it. The cone comes with a little protector so your hand doesn't get melted ice cream all over it (smart move guys, SMART MOVE). You can also get wild berry sorbet ice cream or cookies and cream. I do believe you can just get an individual ice cream if you want, but wasn't sure, we went for the 5 flavor original rainbow cone. I for sure would love to try Palmer House on it's own, it was my favorite of the 5 flavors. Whatever you get, just realize that this place and it's growing expansion has been entertaining Chicago and it's guess since 1926, well done Rainbow Cone, you guys are making smiles everyday, both young and old. read more

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The Original Rainbow Cone was not a disappointment. We walked by at first and noticed that the line was bout 40 people long. There was no shade so we decided to wait it out. We gave it sometime for the line to die down and eventually it did. This time we only waited about 5 minutes until we got helped. The employee was friendly and our order was simple. We of course had the original cone. The cone was really good. Who could've thought that all the flavors mixed together would make a great combination. We loved it!! We stood by the pier and enjoyed our cones. It's a must try! read more

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If it's a hot sunny day, this is the perfect little giant treat to cool you down next to Lake Michigan with great views. The ice cream was quite delicious and just little surprises throughout the ice cream feast because each layer is different and actually tastes like the flavor it says it would taste. My favorite was the pistachio and cherry layer. It's also such a pretty ice cream. If you want it for the social media, definitely order it with a cone. It's much nicer than in a cup. It also melts quickly so maybe get a cup on the side. It's a lot of ice cream so bet if shared read more

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Here at 10pm states it closes at 11pm and it's closed!! Wasted our time coming here! Need to update your hours!

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Phi N.

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For the summer, this was a great relief to have to help cool down. I love the flavor mix of the rainbow cone and it was the perfect amount. I chose to get a cup since it was a pretty hot day and I was afraid it would melt quickly. However, if you do get a cone, they have you a sleeve to hold that would catch the drips if it starts to melt. There is a little bit of shade around the stand if you would like to eat your ice cream nearby too! read more

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Uyen-Thanh N.

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3.5 pretty generic but better than riteaid or avg shops a bit. Enjoyable, refreshing. Nothing special about their style, id prefer scoops but i do like you get 6 flavors in 1 order $7 read more

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This was such a great stop. Staff was very quick and the layering is perfect. Really didn't expect the flavors to be so perfectly paired with the layers. read more

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Tastes exactly how it looks - all 5 flavors together wasn't really a great combination but it wasn't bad; it was just fine. Quality of the ice cream and cone felt pretty on the low-end side, like the cheapest "great value" option you'd get at the grocery store, in a big plastic tub. That said, ice cream is ice cream - if you generally like these flavors/style of ice cream, you are unlikely to be disappointed. Definitely fun for taking pictures with and a solid option for beating the heat during the Chicago summer. If you're interested in the taste alone, probably not worth going out of your way for but if a big colorful ice cream cone sounds good to you in the moment, it'll get the job done. read more

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Just like I remember as a kid! I grew up in the Midwest, so trips to Chicago were relatively frequent. My aunt used to take me and my cousins here on the Pier, and I was thrilled to discover this location was still around! Delicious as ever and a great value. The young man dishing up the ice cream was very nice, and the views can't be beat! Can't wait to come back here again! read more

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How can you go wrong with ice cream? Perfect treat for a stroll along Navy Pier! The orange flavor was my favorite. read more

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Had a really nice ice cream after so long in Chicago. We tried the original rainbow and every flavor was amazing my favorite was chocolate and orange sorbet. The ice cream had a texture and it was really unique. Must try and they also have some more locations so try it out when you can :) read more

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When you're walking along the pier on a hot day, you can't really beat this spot. They come in the clutch when you need something cold and sweet. I didn't think anything was spectacular about them, but nothing bad either. They invented their flavor combo with slices on the cone. Worth a try, but nothing to go out of your way for. read more

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Thank you so much for your feedback!! hope to see you again soon!

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Stopped by while at the Navy pier on my solo trip to Chicago. I love the idea of " life's too short for just one flavor". I feel like that can relate to a lot of things in life. I opted for two flavors, pistachio and cookies and cream both very solid flavors. I would say cookies and cream was better than the pistachio if I had to choose. I also opted for a cone and I love that it came with a little cone buddy (not sure the name) that catches the dripping so they don't get all over your hands especially on a warm summer July day. read more

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There are multiple locations of the rainbow cone but this one is conveniently located in Navy Pier. It's $7 for their signature namesake cone and it's so worth it. 5 different flavors in one cone!! I particularly enjoyed the orange sherbert, pistachio, and strawberry. Chocolate tasted kind of weak. There's also a middle layer called Palmer House but not sure what this is. Overall, a great sweet treat to end a fun day at Navy Pier! read more

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Thank you for your feedback! hope to see you again soon!!

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The rainbow cone is decent enough as a photo op, but the combination of flavors leaves a lot to be desired. My kids were not finicky enough to put up any protest, but it was honestly just ok. read more

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Krista C.

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Rainbow Cone has been a tasty Chicago favorite since 1926. It consists of 5 layers of ice cream slabed (not scooped) on to a cone. The layers are as followed from bottom to top.... chocolate, strawberry, palmer house, pistachio, and orange sherbet. What is palmer house you might ask? Welp I tasted it and still couldn't tell you, all I know is it was good. The location I visited was not the original but rather a small booth located on the navy peir. I grabbed a small cone but wish I would have went with the large. Let me say as weird as the five flavors sound mixed together they actually make the perfect flavor. My only question is... How come you can't get this cone anywhere else? Why hasn't New York or Disney world started making it? Wishing I had one right now, oh well just another excuse to go back to Chicago. read more

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This was life-saving to say the least on a brutally hot Chicago day. All the flavors worked really well together. You can also enjoy them separately, if you can lick fast enough before they all melted...Highly recommend when you're around the pier; it adds to the fun! read more

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Rudy lady serving. Family let my group and I order ahead of them because they were still looking at the menu. I was the last of my group to order and she snarkily said "um i think they were here before you" they told us to cut them???? I walked away and she did not get my business, she also did not have to be so rude about it read more

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When you're eating your way through Chicago (what other way is there to truly see Chicago?) and you've had the pizza and the hot dogs and the beef sandwiches, you gotta stop by the Original Rainbow Cone for a one-of-a-kind Chicago treat. Orange sherbet, pistachio, Palmer House (named after a famous Chicago hotel), strawberry and chocolate, squared and tilted onto a cone. Delicious! And perfect for a hot summer day. The cone comes with a plastic drip catcher so you're less likely to get it all over you. And if you have kids, you can ask for a cup instead of a cone. You can't say you've been to Chicago until you've enjoyed the original rainbow cone! read more

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When planning my trip to Chicago I was told that I had to get a Rainbow Cone at Navy Pier. Well it certainly lived up to the hype! It's a small unassuming stand on the pier but clearly marked. The rainbow cone is made up of 5 flavors - Orange Sherbet, Pistachio, Palmer House, Strawberry, and Chocolate. Honestly you'd think all those flavors wouldn't go well together but they do and they all taste amazing! I ordered a large cone, which seemed to be just the right size. You can also purchase a cookies and cream cone or a wild berry sorbet cone. Definitely don't miss this spot at the Navy Pier!! read more

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Ice cream was very good! Hit the spot on a warm sunny day! The lady running the stand was helpful and kind despite being busy! read more

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The flavors were nothing to brag about. I got the strawberry and cookies and cream. My husband got the Palmer. We've had far better icecream other places. Only two size options. read more

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So delicious! We spotted the Rainbow Cone truck in front of the Shedd Aquarium on a particularly hot day yesterday (reached 90 degrees) and this was the perfect dessert to grab as we continued our walk by the lake. The ice cream didn't melt too fast and I enjoyed all the different flavors. read more

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Ordered the small rainbow cone and I just say it wasn't bad at all. I didn't care for one of the flavors (can't remember) but overall it was worth trying. (Even the small was a lot for me and I ended up throwing it away). read more

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Rainbow Cone actually brought its mobile truck out to the suburbs earlier this summer to share its creamy goodness during the COVID time. I'm telling you, these events were packed with people! This establishment is well liked by Chicago natives and it was easy to tell. This was my first time trying a rainbow cone and it was an adventure. I got the large cone to share with my family. When I say it was large, I'm not kidding. I thought the ice cream would topple over at any minute. It became messy pretty quickly as the ice cream began to melt. That little plastic drip guard was not enough! So it quickly became a game of how fast we could eat before my hand was covered in ice cream. While I wasn't able to savor the flavors as much as I wanted, the ice cream was good! The layers of the rainbow cone are chocolate, strawberry, Palmer House (vanilla with cherries and walnuts), pistachio, and orange sherbet. My favorite flavors were the Palmer House and orange sherbet. The orange sherbet was like nothing I have ever had before. So soft and light, but creamy and tangy at the same time. Just delectable! While in Chicago, it is something worth trying. Though, I would say this is more about the experience than anything else. Now that I've had my experience, I don't find myself looking to go back. read more

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You know I'm a Native Chicagoan and if it hadn't been for a recent tiktok account I follow daily; I wouldn't have sought this mobile ice cream parlor out! I'm an ice cream fanatic and I love neopolitan ice cream and spumoni flavored Gelato. This particular rainbow cone was scrumptious and did not disappoint. I ordered a small version for $7 and honestly for all the rich flavors I experienced this was an excellent value and I'll definitely return here for more! You can even take a seat on the bench nearby and enjoy the views from navy pier. read more

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Perfect stop on a summer day! It's a bit further down the pier so you get away from some of the crowds. And most importantly, IT WAS DELICIOUS! read more

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It's a great day for a rainbow cone. And I don't even have to jump down to the Southside. It's been over a decade since I've last had one and it's good folks. My fav part of it is the Palmer house, but it's really good with the pistachio and orange sherbet as well. Somehow all five flavors just goes so we'll together...I don't even like chocolate but I'll eat this one! Catch yours today at the mobile truck location in Skokie! read more

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Very good ice cream with a fun concept. All the five flavors together really does make a great cone!

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glad you enjoyed your rainbow cone!! we loved serving you!

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Ashlyn P.

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We were down at the pier and knew we had to try this very famous cone. I'm so glad we did!! I went in with low expectations because the flavor combination seemed odd. Somehow it all works together perfectly! Wanted to get another hahah definitely recommend even on a cold day like this one was read more

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600 E Grand Ave
Chicago, IL 60611
Near North Side
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What time does The Original Rainbow Cone open?

The Original Rainbow Cone opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does The Original Rainbow Cone close?

The Original Rainbow Cone closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday.The Original Rainbow Cone closes at 10:00 PM on Wednesday and Friday.The Original Rainbow Cone closes at 11:00 PM on Saturday.

Mon-Tue, Thu, Sun 11:00 AM - 9:00 PMWed, Fri 11:00 AM - 10:00 PMSat 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

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Does The Original Rainbow Cone have parking?

Yes, The Original Rainbow Cone has parking options. Garage Parking

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Does The Original Rainbow Cone have free WiFi?

Yes, The Original Rainbow Cone has free WiFi.

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“We didn't have this at Navy Pier but I think it has a food truck we found in front of the Fields Museum.”

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Margie's Candies

4.1(654 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.

4.1 mi•Wicker Park, West Town

Margie's Candies.Montrose Ave,Chicago, IL .Old School (Since1921) Ice Cream /Candy Shop Great Staff Great Friendly Service.Cool!

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Mindy's Bakery

3.9(2.7k reviews)

Stopped by on a day of bopping around town. I asked the gal at the counter to help me pick some…read morethings. She recommended a Bolognese Danish, a Dubai pistachio brownie, and I added an everything bagel and took it all to go. The Danish was by far my favorite. The pastry was flaky, heavenly, and the filling rich and meaty. This is a pastry worth crossing town for. The brownie was fine, but maybe I'm over the Dubai chocolate trend. It didn't really come together as a unified dessert for me. I wanted the brownie to be richer, fudgier, maybe even a bit sweeter. I would probably get something else next time. The everything bagel was a good texture, but the fennel seeds in the seasoning took me so far away from the classic "everything." They overpowered the other flavors, but the texture was fantastic. Overall, I enjoyed the treats I got, would go back to try some other options. I would probably give this 3.5 stars, but I'm rounding up. Also want to add how much I miss Hot Chocolate!

I've been a fan since their Hot Chocolate days…read more I normally visit during the week at mid-morning and there are usually a good selection of sweet and savory baked goods. My usual go-to items are the plain croissant, hot fudge babka, hot fudge rugelach, and hot fudge croissant. The mister and I recently had a car maintenance appointment on a Friday morning so we made an effort to have a savory breakfast at Mindy's. There is a small ledge inside and outside the store with a few benches so you could enjoy your coffee and food before heading out. We had the breakfast sandwich with pistachio mortadella, American cheese, crisp parmesan, and fried egg. It was easily one of the best. The bun was extremely fluffy and held up really well. I would really like to recreate that crispy parmesan with my own homemade breakfast sandwiches. The bialy with vodka sauce, basil pesto, and mozzarella is not to be missed either. Both sandwiches can be a bit messy but it is worthwhile! I am looking forward to our next visit!

3.8 mi•Ukrainian Village, West Town

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Black Dog Gelato

4.2(681 reviews)

Yum. I live in the neighborhood and have always been meaning to come here. Busy on a Saturday night…read morebut staff moved people through well. Goat cheese cashew caramel was absolutely delicious, as was the espresso chip and the malted vanilla pretzel. Highly recommend!!

Honestly the best thing about this place is how nice their presentation is. Service was slow and…read morethe staff were rude. They were annoyed and short when explaining what some flavors were when I asked. There was a constant awkward and weird feeling while we were there. We got their Goat Cheese Cashew Caramel and Malted Vanilla Pretzel. The gelato is much prettier than it is tasty. The pretzel was the better of the two, but that doesn't say much. The texture was more like ice cream and it was not satisfying overall. Pricey considering the lack of quality and flavor.

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Scooter's Frozen Custard

4.4(688 reviews)

4.8 mi•Lakeview

Butterfinger concrete was stellar. Filling, flavorful and they did not skimp on the butterfinger…read moretoppings. Well prepared and fast service.

One of the best places in Chicago for ice cream/frozen custard. Highly recommend any of their…read morefrozen custards, sundaes, concretes, or parfaits (Italian ice served on top of vanilla frozen custard; only available in the summertime). Every day they have vanilla, chocolate, and a 3rd rotating frozen custard flavor, as well as a rotating concrete (think McFlurry or Blizzard). Each day during the summer, they also have 1 Italian ice flavor available. Expect a line, especially in the evenings on hot days. You can order inside or outside from the window on the side of the building. Indoor seating is very limited and can get quite crowded. Their hours are a bit limited, they're closed on Tuesdays, and they shut down completely sometime in the late Fall until early Spring, so make sure to check their website for hours of operation. Street parking only!

3.9 mi•Wicker Park, West Town

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Mocha Snicker Madness and Trail Mix Concretes

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams

4.6(757 reviews)

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.

A good sweet treat after dinner! Lots of unique flavors. Ice cream is not super sweet which I love…read more The little waffle cone crisp is also a nice touch. The workers are always super friendly, and it's always a quick line. A Chicago dessert staple!

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26th Street Sugar Shack

4.3(252 reviews)

3.8 mi•Bridgeport

For an early autumn evening on a double date, this was the perfect dessert idea! My husband & I…read morewere both torn between churros & ice cream ...So we got both! My friend's husband also wanted churros! Ice cream was the bonus. My friend stood out & had a funnel cake. It was too big for her, so she took the rest home. (sorry, no pics) Churros sundae comes with vanilla ice cream, hot fudge & peanuts ... exactly what we wanted!!! Everything is made to order, so it's fresh!! We can't wait to go 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.