50 Best Ice Cream Shops near Darien

“Amazing flavors and nice people such a great addition to the neighborhood!“

“I enjoy getting an original rainbow cone and I'm thankful there are more locations to enjoy them. We accidentally discovered they have a junior size cone which provides just as much flavor and the (required) obligatory drip(s) on my shirt and pants despite my efforts otherwise. They currently offer the Jr size for a buck off on Tuesday making the trip less costly.
I'd suggest a trip to the original Rainbow Cone at 92nd and Western for the true experience. Walk in, stand in line and sit at the tables out back. The original location is on my personal list of Chicago favorites. Thankfully they no longer close in the off-season...“

“I just came home from Culver’s. We ordered online and I scheduled curbside pickup. Well I wanted to add to my order and walked in too early. Well it wasn’t even started yet but they went above and beyond trying to accommodate me. The manger was amazing as were all the employees. They all apologized to me but I made the mistake. Brought me my food which was just made and nice and hot. The young man who brought me my food also apologized to me and held the door open for me. What a wonderful experience. This was in in Darien Il. Will definitely return. My nam is Kathy and I hope the manager sees this. Thank you Culver’s.“

“😀 I've been a satisfied customer for many years. They never disappoint! They also have a nice selection of both dairy free and no sugar added options!“

“Best ice cream ever!!!! I am an ice cream snob when I’m on vacation. I have to have it every day and I walked miles to that ice cream parlor this week the owner and the boy Jake that worked there was such awesome people too. I will definitely be back. I went tonight because I’m leaving in the morning sorted caramel chunk.!!!! you will not be disappointed“

“We rented out High Rollers for a private party in Dec. 2025. John was super helpful, very responsive, and made it a fantastic experience! We had about 50 people. John’s staff was helpful and fun. Highly recommend!“

“If I could rate it 6/5 I would, Mastic Gelato is amazing — super fresh, creamy, and full of flavor. The store is clean and has a great vibe. Special shout-out to Ibrahim for the awesome service. He was friendly, helpful, and made the visit even better. Definitely recommend!“

“This is a five star breakfast restaurant located in West Chicago Illinois. I ordered eggs French toast bacon and sausage. The breakfast was excellent. The owner and staff are concerned that you have a positive experience and they are very attentive to their customers. Id rate this restaurant as highly recommended. The coffee was great!“

“Great ice cream. Friendly. Thank you for working so hard on the 4th of July and way past closing for all the customers.“

“Todo está delicioso y muy buena atención“

“I visited Cocomero in Downers Grove with my wife for the first time and we were delighted. The standout Taro milk tea was rich and creamy, blending earthy sweetness perfectly, while the self-serve frozen yogurt bar, packed with fresh toppings, offered creative fun and flavor. Friendly staff and a cozy, welcoming vibe made our visit memorable—and a great shared treat.“

“The cutest restaurant ever! The churros are super fresh and crisp on the outside, soft inside. We tried several different churros and the cookies and cream sundae. I was honestly blown away by how delicious everything was! Service was prompt and friendly. My daughters all had so much fun! I can’t recommend Lola’s churros enough.“

“So good love the Cookie Monster it taste so good recommended!!!!!!!!!!!😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃😃“

“The best chocolate shakes!“

“very cute boutique and the ice cream, so good!! lots of flavor choices and the ice cream names, pretty great and funny. family focused for sure ♡ very nice staff. thankfully we live around the corner so we'll def be back!“

“Thankful to have a couple vegan options. Very good 😌“

“Amazing custard and the waffle cone is bomb“

“First time trying Andy’s this past Saturday and it was delicious! The staff member was very friendly and fast. We enjoyed every bite!“

“Stopped in prior to an appointment down the road at Hines VA. Absolutely amazing customer service, (I wish I asked for the employees name, my receipt says Liz) but she was the friendliest, warmest, most pleasant person! I ordered fresas con crema and agua fresca de sandia, both are so delicious! I will definitely be visiting this place again! Thank you again for a wonderful experience!!“

“Nice outdoor area to enjoy friends and family gathering plus they have the best Turtle Sundae in the area hands down 👌🏻“

“I remember Sherman’s Ice Cream as a kid when I’d visit my Grandparents in New Buffalo. The flavor selections are absolutely incredible.“

“Delicious! Lived up to the hype!! The staff greeted us with genuine smiles and offered excellent recommendations. Service was swift but never rushed, striking the perfect balance! The staff presented us with our orders before handing us the best cookies I’ve had in a long time. Go check them out, they never disappoint!!“

“The best cookies that I tried!
When I went for the first time I needed a seller because this work like self service, they help me and were so kind. Cookies are expensive but so delicious. The store is too small and it’s confuse because there are two lines, one for order and one for pickup, because of the size of the store it’s kind a mess“

“so amazing good wonderful sweet cookies I eat cookies every single day and crumble by far excels in every single possible category a cookie can excel in. Let me tell you there are many cookies that are great, but none are perfect except for the cookies that come from this specific crumble location I don’t know how they do it but let me tell you I’m not gonna ask. I’m just gonna keep on buying Crumbl crumbly y’all shout out to bowling brooke“

“Everything looks so yummy! I can't wait to try anything with strawberries 🍓🍓🍓🍓“

“Fabulous customer service! Delicious products. Let us try an array of samples to make a good choice and was pleasant. Decently priced too. Will definitely return.“

“The loaded hot cocoa is so good!“

“I love your delicious products, very clean everything super economical, besides the owner treats her employees very well, she teaches them with love.“

“I haven’t found “chocomania” anywhere else ❤️“

“Everything was fantastic including the service!“

“I've been going to Red Mango every week for over a year and they have the best acai bowls. Staff are friendly and the place is clean. Their menu is extensive and I have never had a problem. All the customers I encounter seem to be satisfied.“

“Buckeye Brownie cookie is to die for!!!“

“The butter pecan was amazing, also the 🍓/🍌 cup was delicious.“

“Found this place by chance when looking for ice cream after being at the zoo. Great ice cream and wonderful service.“

“Soooo delicious! I got a mangonanda and it was like eating a ripe frozen mango, with Chamoy and taji. my family got the ice cream and raced all the way home. I will definitely be back.“

“The best boba place in the area! Brightly lit, exceptionally friendly staff, and some of the best tapioca pearls around. The decor is akin to a modern Japanese boba house. They even have a gotchapon and a cotton candy vending machine. This is a must for all boba lovers!“

“Fine folks - Good staff workers that take photographs as well“

“Been going here since they opened. Always very friendly, best ice cream in town.“

“Amazing gelato and great staff. They aren't pet friendly so we were standing outside and eating our desserts and they brought us water for our puppy. We also got some free delicious cookies for our group at the end of the night. Will definitely go back!“

“I was waiting for my cookies when I observed a worker who was rolling dough. She stepped away from the dough table, and went on her personal phone, then immediately went back to touching the dough. Wearing the same pair of gloves the entire time. I made a comment that she should probably switch gloves if she is going to touch her personal phone and then peoples food. Just wanted to be sure it doesn’t happen again. That’s gross.“

“Love Oberweiss. The milk and ice cream taste so real and creamy.“

“Buying ice cream at Baskin Robbins or any other ice cream places is way better than chasing the ice cream truck for ice cream, and it's an indoor dining with heating and cooling systems installed so you guys won't close for the winter like outdoor dining restaurants such as Dairy Queen in Lockport or Romeoville does. Eggnog ice cream is my favorite thing every time at christmas“

“This coffee shop is so close to where I work so I’ve been visiting here and there and have not been disappointed with a single drink I’ve ordered! Everyone working there is so friendly too 😊“

“The ice cream is absolutely THE BEST! I had a two-scoop waffle cone that would have been perfect, but the cone dribbled a tiny bit. I'll definitely go back again for some more cookie dough. Yum!“

“This delightful ice cream parlor is a true local gem, serving up scoops of absolutely delicious ice cream that are sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. From the moment you walk in, you're greeted by incredibly friendly staff whose warm and welcoming service makes the experience even more enjoyable. It’s clear they take pride in what they do, and their positive attitude is infectious.
Beyond the fantastic ice cream, the shop offers a wonderful assortment of other little sweet goodies. It’s a great place to browse for unique treats and confections, making it more than just a typical ice cream stop. The building itself is beautiful, with a charming and inviting ambiance that makes you want to sit and savor your dessert.
My only minor critique would be the steel and metal chairs. While they fit the aesthetic, they are quite uncomfortable and tend to leave marks after a while. However, this small issue does little to detract from the overall wonderful atmosphere. The combination of tasty treats, excellent customer service, and a lovely setting makes this a must-visit spot. I highly recommend it for a delightful and satisfying dessert experience.“

“The store looks so nice and clean and the service is amazing. Owner and staff is very nice friendly. Will c u again Thank you.“

“The place was a ghost town. I was the only one there. The only thing that changed about the peanut buster parfait was the price ( over $5.00 now ). The worker that was there was very pleasant. It does not have to be blistering hot outside to enjoy good ice cream.“

“Thanks for sponsoring youth baseball!“

“great ice-cream could give a bigger portion but I love the taste.“

“When i heard there was dippin dots in Illinois i knew I had to go there. And it didn't disappoint at all! Had my first ice cream in 10 years and it's as good as I remember them! Always the best!“