50 Best Ice Cream Shops near Harwood Heights

“Crepes were delicious 👍“

“always great Service & Food always Fresh hot food French fries onion rings etc. & my favorite is the cashew caramel Sundae Luv it & so does my husband❤🇵🇷❤“

“Cute and delicious! Koalas, unicorns, piggies and pandas for the win!“

“The best ice cream spot in all of Chicagoland hands down is this place.
A great atmosphere and a ton of choices for ice cream and ice cream cones.
The owner is a great person and very welcoming. This place is also open until 11 PM, not many ice cream bars places can say that.
They have the best pistachio ice cream!“

“The most amazing ice cream treat I’ve ever eaten. Highly recommended“

“this is THE ice cream spot in the city. the flavor variety is amazing. i like that they make their own twists on the classic flavors (like balsamic vinegar+strawberry or mexican chocolate), as those twists usually add the extra depth to the flavor. but in case you’re looking for regular vanilla, chocolate ice cream or fruity sorbet- they got you covered. this summer, they also offered sweet corn-flavored ice cream and i still think about it (it’s november). i love that they are still opened through the colder weather months and that even if you feel like gelato in the middle of the winter, you might just be able to get some. while you’re there, don’t forget to check out their ‘day old’ section as you can us usually get pints of pretty much all ice cream flavors (and they sometimes have a promo: but 2, get third one for free). great spot“

“Went yesterday to see what all the hype was about and boy was I blown away! The helado de coco is the best I have ever had and I am born and raised in PR!! Keep up the great work!“

“First time there today, but I'll be back again soon. The coffee milkshake was so good, as was their cheezy bread! Can't wait to try more!“

“First time there today, but I'll be back again soon. The coffee milkshake was so good, as was their cheezy bread! Can't wait to try more!“

“Amazing vegan sandwiches, ice cream and service! 10/10“

“It’s such a fantastic ice cream place. Ice cream made with natural, flavorful ingredients- it can be a wonderful, healthy treat for you and your children. They use high-quality, real ingredients. It's hard to find such a place these days. We definitely recommend the Marciano ice cream shop.I’m glad we stumbled upon it while searching for an ice cream shop in the area — it turned out to be the best find. If you’re a fan of ice cream, you’ll definitely want to come back after trying it! Support local quality business!!!“

“Great neighborhood place for an easy family outing.“

“This is a Chicago staple & a must!! I had the grilled cheese with turkey & ice cream and everything was 10/10. Obviously the food menu was limited but hey it was something and of great quality. Looking forward to my second visit & honestly don’t know how I didn’t know about them sooner. The soup was also top notch! & this place has great nostalgic vibes! You can order to go or dine in if there are open tables. Loved the dine in experience even though we waited 40 minutes it was definitely worth it.“

“This is my favourite ice cream spot in the city, it's so charming and it's like going back in time with all the sundaes and splits they offer. The vibe inside the store is lovely too and the people are very friendly. Can't recommend this place enough if you want an old school ice cream parlor experience“

“Best ice cream ever! Staff is amazing!“

“Anyone that gave Amorino or is thinking about giving Amorino less than 5 stars, has no idea what quality gelato is. The flavors and quality are superb! Better than any other place that exists. Especially the places that over charge for ice cream that tastes like chemicals. The staff are extremely welcoming, kind and helpful! The place is warm and inviting. I drive from the northwest suburbs just for Amorino! Please open another location near woodfield mall! Or better yet, near Oakbrook!“

“I had my doubts upon walking in because of the look of the space but I was very pleasantly surprised! The churros are fresh, crunchy on the outside and gooey on the side with delicious various fillings
I will be going again to try the other things on the menu“

“amazing service and yummy choices yum yum i love the workers! i also talked to the owner and he was incredible, friendly, and thoughtful. ❤️“

“Amazing place best customer service and everything is delicious 😋“

“Such a delicious treat in any kind of weather.“

“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“

“Bug in my ice- cream. no thank you. when I brought this to the workers and they just said sorry and continued working... what about the ice cream with the bug? how many bugs are there. my son had oreo ice cream.. YUK! Never again we will go there...“

“Todo está delicioso y muy buena atención“

“Sooo good I will be back tomorrow.“

“Delicious turtle split 😋 open late till 11pm week days 11:30 pm weekends. Very friendly fast service! thank you Andy's for a terrific experience“

“Tasty ice cream, pleasant staff, good family atmosphere“

“Phenomenal.
Food is authentic Italian no photography allowed. Portions are copious amounts and tender delicious was the chicken parmesan.
Gelato is an amazing piece of art just to look at. Smooth as silk creamy. I had some pistachio and lemon cello.
Even the customers are kind and courteous. I'm not in that area very often at all. But if I were, I'd go back in there!“

“Excellent service and the owners provides groceries for Evanston's seniors and shut in.“

“Wonderful delicious ice cream!! Huge variety of flavors, and they taste very fresh.“

“It’s my first time ever here. The gentleman recommended a few menu for us. He definitely knows what’s good. Boba and fruit smoothies and milk tea are so good. i got mango nature smoothies. brown sugar milk tea and coconut milk tea. oh my god. And there’s a big sofa is like heaven. It’s so cozy I was falling asleep I felt so welcomed and wanna def come back here again. He also offered us free sample of smoothies for us to try to see if we like it or not. I mean who does that these days. He is the kindest boba maker I’ve ever met. Thanks for your kindness. You’re such a nice person! 🙏💕☺️“

“Let’s face it. There are La Michoacana ice cream stores on every other block on North Clark. We stopped here for dessert and it’s easily our favorite! The helado (ice cream) is to die for! The coconut is outstanding as is Abuela’s Chocolate. There are regular flavors and some (Rum Raisin!) are so creative and delicious. And the paletas! The BEST Arroz, Fresa, Mango, Coconut...the list goes on. And the couple that run the place are just the sweetest people! Highly recommended.“

“Triple Scoopd is our go to ice cream shop in Park Ridge. Not only is the ice cream delicious but the shop is so cute and the staff goes above and beyond. Best ice cream shop in Park Ridge by FAR!!!“

“The seasonal specials are not only creative but delicious! Tried the Carmel apple cider sundae. In a word fantastic! Worth the trip from Schaumburg! Fun atmosphere. Highly recommend. See you soon!“

“Very good I love it in my neighborhood“

“Me encanta la nieve de Elote. Muy dificil encontrar ese sabor. La mejor de la mejor!!!“

“Delicioso todo tiene un toque especial 100% recomendado“

“Bought Broccoli and Cheddar Soup from here and it was pretty good. Came with crackers and it was perfect the weather! Thanks to Katrina, Florida, and Mrs. Murphy (forgive me if I messed last name up 😬) I was greeted with great service as well.“

“Amazing flavors, great staff. Very nice atmosphere. Good location. I love having this Argentinian delight in Chicago.“

“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!“

“Always love crumbl ever since they open. The variety of cookies every week makes you anticipate every week what to order next. I love thay they experiment on the flavors. Its never a dull moment . You dont get the same cookie every week which makes it great.“

“I love the halo -halo but I hope the customer service will get better. The person who took my orders seems like she wasn’t glad I made an order and not so welcoming. Good customers service is A Must to attract more patron js . Thanks“

“Big Bros Ice Cream is seriously the best ice cream in Chicago. Everything tastes so fresh and flavorful, and you can tell they really care about what they’re putting out.

They catered ice cream for a huge corporate event I hosted, and it couldn’t have gone better. The process was easy, the team was super friendly, and the ice cream was a crowd favorite.

If you need amazing ice cream and a team you can actually rely on, Big Bros Ice Cream is it. I’d book them again without hesitation.“

“The Concrete: Peach Cobbler was amazing!!!“

“Made a few orders for work holiday parties earlier this month. The pricing was great, the owner was very personable and professional, and the best part was the tamales were delicious. Our shop and office staff devoured 6 dozen in less than 20min. Definitely coming back for more.“

“buenos raspados y helados duritos dorilocos.elotes,churritos preparados,bananasplit,platano bañado en chocolate y chochitos.“

“We ordered a large cookie order for a work event from this location. The team turned around the order quickly and accurately. Nicky and Bill were both pleasant, responsive, and a pleasure to work with! I would highly recommend this location.“

“wonderful folks and a great selection of ice cream !“

“highly recommend, good food, great staff!!!“

“This location is best approached as a modern, fusion-style snack and dessert spot, not a traditional La Michoacana street-food stand — and once you understand that, it’s actually a fun experience.

While the name points toward classic Mexican treats, the menu is much broader and global. You’ll find Indian street food, Nepali momos, fusion fries, masala flavors, lassis, aguas frescas, and desserts all sharing the same space. It’s less about authenticity and more about variety and creativity.

The food was very good. The momos were delicious, and the loaded fries were a standout — flavorful, generous, and well executed. Everything we tried tasted fresh and satisfying.

A big plus is that the entire menu is halal, which is rare for this kind of snack-and-dessert concept and makes it especially appealing for families and groups with mixed tastes.

The ambience is simple and casual — more functional than trendy — but the customer service absolutely makes up for it. The owner was incredibly kind, welcoming, and genuinely warm, which leaves a great impression.

If you’re looking for pure, traditional Mexican La Michoacana street food, this may not match that expectation. But if you’re open to a modern, multicultural twist with solid food and great hospitality, it’s definitely worth checking out.“