It was awesome experience it was crowded , but not rushed the lines long and quick.... just a anticipation of sweet surrender and total bliss !!!!From the Korea grandmother who knew very little English and invited us to sit and talk to the youngest baby who couldn't talk we all wanted it .. the sweet happiness that is Sugar Shack!!!The employees were friendly, kind and patient that didn't mind answering our questions the weather was awesome not to hot or cold just a beautiful day for ice cream or whatever tasty treat your heart desired. ..First experience definitely not my last Lol????
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Katie W.
LOVED THIS PLACE! parking along the side streets, amazing portion sizes, and just great options!! been here a few times and each time just solidifies this place's reputation as a true sugar shack. Their menu is extensive and affordable! They are open all year long which is super nice as someone with an ice cream sweet tooth even in winter. They do prefer cash but take card with an added surcharge. Food comes out super quick but keep in mind there isn't anywhere to eat outside or inside since it is literally a shack. Definitely a togo only place but their food more than makes up for it!
Michelle Smith
A must if you love sweets! On our girl day/night we always stop. Carnival good all uear round ♡
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Funnel Cake with Powdered Sugar, Deep Fried Oreos
Phaithe N.
The Sugar Shack was a cool and sweet spot for the hot Chicago summers, but now they are open all year round! Try the ice cream and funnel cakes! Cash only. Service is fast!
Crista Cohn
I haven't been here in years but I just visited Chicago and took my kids and husband, and we got baby cones and 2 mini funnel cakes it was still amazing, ofcourse prices went up but still not
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Funnel Cake with Powdered Sugar
Stanley Wasserman
Great place for ice cream. They now take credit/debit cards.
Ariel S.
I was not expecting this to be a literal shack, but surely am not going to fault them for that (and the lack of seating - there is none) when it's in the name! General Notes: It was pretty busy for a Tuesday night. There is street parking right in front. You can in fact pay with card. Other reviews make it sound like they're seasonal & close at the end of October, so you'd better go before then! Food: The Banana Split sure was tasty! We got Vanilla, Oreo, and Cookie Dough as our 3 flavors. Included was also whipped cream, maraschino cherries, and 2 toppings. We selected Nutella and Cinnamon Toast Crunch (cereal) which honestly went so well with it. I would be inclined to come back for the Funnel Cake Sundaes! Service: We interacted with multiple of the staff, both of whom were friendly Cost: Pretty reasonable
Flakz D.
Always a line so be prepared to wait awhile but the it will definitely cure you sweet tooth
Joe C
They have the best funnel cake topped with ice cream and chocolate ever. Have been going there ever since they opened up a few years ago and they are so nice
Dawn Brown
This place right here!!!! The best funnel cakes EVER!!! my husband loves the Banana pudding!! ITS A HIT!!! PLEASE VISIT!!! YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED!!!!
The regular funnel cake Sunday is a good portion size to share between 2-3 people. It was so spectacular that we will definitely be coming back here to try items on the menu. We topped ours with vanilla soft serve, cookie dough, and strawberries. Go to Sugar Shack if you’re in search of some dessert or ice cream.
EJ C.
Look, if I could inhale this whole menu I would? Service is decent enough considering how small it is and how busy they usually are. Forgive my photo of the avalanche bc it was 100 degrees out and I was eating it so it wouldn't melt... but their ice cream/Italian ice combo is undefeated. And both of them are fire by themselves. PLEASE get the pop tart and get extra powdered sugar. Also funnel cake fries are it's a cool lil pop up mom and pops vibe there.
Scorpio911
Feel like they’re loosing their touch on the funnel cakes. Which is the only reason I go. Went a couple weeks ago and it was over cooked didn’t bother goin back due to the extremely long line. They should probably look into another location because it’s always long lines consisting of a 20-30 min wait which could be why the cake was overcooked cuz they’re rushing.
Patrick Brown
Great ice cream, prepare to wait on hot days and peak times.
rodneka perry
Rude customer service and the mini funnels cakes then got smaller and smaller and the add on dont match the menu i will not be supporting anymore
It was awesome experience it was crowded , but not rushed the lines long and quick.... just a anticipation of sweet surrender and total bliss !!!!From the Korea grandmother who knew very little English and invited us to sit and talk to the youngest baby who couldn't talk we all wanted it .. the sweet happiness that is Sugar Shack!!!The employees were friendly, kind and patient that didn't mind answering our questions the weather was awesome not to hot or cold just a beautiful day for ice cream or whatever tasty treat your heart desired. ..First experience definitely not my last Lol????
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
LOVED THIS PLACE! parking along the side streets, amazing portion sizes, and just great options!! been here a few times and each time just solidifies this place's reputation as a true sugar shack. Their menu is extensive and affordable! They are open all year long which is super nice as someone with an ice cream sweet tooth even in winter. They do prefer cash but take card with an added surcharge. Food comes out super quick but keep in mind there isn't anywhere to eat outside or inside since it is literally a shack. Definitely a togo only place but their food more than makes up for it!
A must if you love sweets! On our girl day/night we always stop. Carnival good all uear round ♡
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Funnel Cake with Powdered Sugar, Deep Fried Oreos
The Sugar Shack was a cool and sweet spot for the hot Chicago summers, but now they are open all year round! Try the ice cream and funnel cakes! Cash only. Service is fast!
I haven't been here in years but I just visited Chicago and took my kids and husband, and we got baby cones and 2 mini funnel cakes it was still amazing, ofcourse prices went up but still not
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Funnel Cake with Powdered Sugar
Great place for ice cream. They now take credit/debit cards.
I was not expecting this to be a literal shack, but surely am not going to fault them for that (and the lack of seating - there is none) when it's in the name! General Notes: It was pretty busy for a Tuesday night. There is street parking right in front. You can in fact pay with card. Other reviews make it sound like they're seasonal & close at the end of October, so you'd better go before then! Food: The Banana Split sure was tasty! We got Vanilla, Oreo, and Cookie Dough as our 3 flavors. Included was also whipped cream, maraschino cherries, and 2 toppings. We selected Nutella and Cinnamon Toast Crunch (cereal) which honestly went so well with it. I would be inclined to come back for the Funnel Cake Sundaes! Service: We interacted with multiple of the staff, both of whom were friendly Cost: Pretty reasonable
Always a line so be prepared to wait awhile but the it will definitely cure you sweet tooth
They have the best funnel cake topped with ice cream and chocolate ever. Have been going there ever since they opened up a few years ago and they are so nice
This place right here!!!! The best funnel cakes EVER!!! my husband loves the Banana pudding!! ITS A HIT!!! PLEASE VISIT!!! YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED!!!!
Restaurantji Recommends
The regular funnel cake Sunday is a good portion size to share between 2-3 people. It was so spectacular that we will definitely be coming back here to try items on the menu. We topped ours with vanilla soft serve, cookie dough, and strawberries. Go to Sugar Shack if you’re in search of some dessert or ice cream.
Look, if I could inhale this whole menu I would? Service is decent enough considering how small it is and how busy they usually are. Forgive my photo of the avalanche bc it was 100 degrees out and I was eating it so it wouldn't melt... but their ice cream/Italian ice combo is undefeated. And both of them are fire by themselves. PLEASE get the pop tart and get extra powdered sugar. Also funnel cake fries are it's a cool lil pop up mom and pops vibe there.
Feel like they’re loosing their touch on the funnel cakes. Which is the only reason I go. Went a couple weeks ago and it was over cooked didn’t bother goin back due to the extremely long line. They should probably look into another location because it’s always long lines consisting of a 20-30 min wait which could be why the cake was overcooked cuz they’re rushing.
Great ice cream, prepare to wait on hot days and peak times.
Rude customer service and the mini funnels cakes then got smaller and smaller and the add on dont match the menu i will not be supporting anymore