50 Best Ice Cream Shops near South Elgin

“I am addicted to these damn cookies!!! The choices change every week, and I find myself in the app every sunday night looking at what's new. The strawberry shortcake cookie thing was amazing! I also love the cornflake pb cookie. Highly recommend!!!!“

“Shout out to south Elgin dairy queen! My dad is a frequent flyer there always picking up icecream for my mom in nursing home❤️ Today they gave him complimentary chocolate malt to take to mom❤️❤️❤️🍨🍦. Nice to hear kindness like this still😊“

“Vanessa, the store owner, was very attentive to me each time I inquired about designing cookies for our high school 40th class reunion. She was so patient with my many questions and never made me feel like a nuisance. Everything was completed to perfection and done so artistically with Vanessa's recommendations. I would go back there in a heartbeat for my future events. Vanessa, you're the best! Our Class of '85 thanks you, too.“

“Been here numerous times and this Culvers consistently has great Butterburgers! I do not get their custard (Ironic, I know) but I've heard it's good. When it's busy or during rush hour, the wait can be very long but I understand why!“

“A place that has the opportunity to grow legendary like the South Sides’ Mitchell’s. It’s quite good ice cream. The place has a charm but can’t really figure out it exterior options for optimal opportunities to improve flow and customer experience. The shop sure cranks people through at a decent clip. Impressively staffed on a very busy evening. An eclectic neighborhood crowd gives the atmosphere a unique vibe like it’s a big ice cream social and you’re invited.“

“Ice cream has never been my first choice of desserts but Candy’s Creamery may have just changed my sweet tooth preference. Tonight I had a scoop of mint chocolate chip with a scoop of dark chocolate…and oh my goodness it was delicious! Highly recommend!🍦🍦🍦“

“Excellent alternative for a family night out for dessert!! Very friendly and excellent !!“

“I was really happy with my visit. The customer service was really great, sorry I do not know the name of the nice young lady that took my order. I was really happy that you guys have Blue Moon!! It’s my favorite flavor, and I will be back to come get some more. 5/5 stars ❤️❤️❤️“

“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...“

“They have and make the best fruit smoothies ever!“

“if i could put 0 for the service i would, the cookies were delicious and fresh 10/10 but this blonde haired worker didn’t even look at me or talk w me. Js flashed my cookie and all. like cmon dude i like my cheese drippy bruh

Parking: fye

Kid-friendliness: yee“

“We've been looking for a great local boba tea location. We stumbled across this and decided to give it a try. My matcha milk tea with crystal boba was incredible. My daughter's brown sugar tea was photo worthy and we realized afterwards we should have taken a picture. An easy 5 stars! We highly recommend and will be back.“

“It was so good! We enjoyed creating our own“

“Anything. great on a summer day.“

“I was gifted their new Dubai chocolate bar! Can I just say it was delicious!!! Wow the flavors are so unique and fun! Make sure to support this amazing local establishment!“

“They are by far the best dq in the suburbs. They are not stingy with toppings. Sure the price reflects that sometimes but will you rather pay $8 for a blizzard with 2 Oreo cookies in it or $10 for one with 8 Oreos in it? I love the Oreo blizzard and Reese’s. Though no fault of their own…I wish the Reese’s had less choco chunks and more peanut butter stuff ❤️. Regardless i appreciate them and always thank them!“

“Amazing ice cream !♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️“

“girls are very friendly and portions are very decent 👏🙌💥🎊🎉“

“We visited Kilwin's during the early evening on a Sunday. We were happily greeted upon arrival and the staff were cleaning during their downtime, which is always something nice to see! The chocolate and ice cream were great. I also love the old fashioned ice cream shop vibes. Lots of variety, and lots of options for dessert! We will be visiting again!“

“Delicious, and great service!“

“I had the mushroom, Swiss Cheese, single butterburger, and onion rings and didn't need to any condiments. It was delicious!!!“

“I’ve been looking for a good ice cream shop to go to and have definitely found it! This is some of the best ice cream that I’ve had in a long time… loved the water based strawberry and mango… the cream based cafe and chocolate were delicious. Will definitely return for more!!“

“A Sweet Moment of Joy, Thanks to Oberweis

Posting this two weeks late, but the joy of this moment still feels fresh. Oberweis has always been a part of life’s simple joys, and it brought so much happiness to a truly special visit. I picked up a dulce de leche milkshake for my uncle, who is in a memory care community, and it became more than just a treat—it was a moment of connection and light.

The smile on his face as he enjoyed the milkshake was priceless. Oberweis didn’t just deliver a delicious dessert; it helped weave joy into a challenging chapter of our lives. Sitting with my uncle and cousin, looking through photos and seeing cherished memories come alive, reminded me of how small things—like a perfectly made milkshake—can spark immense gratitude.

Thank you, Oberweis, for creating not only high-quality treats but also opportunities to make memories sweeter. Every visit reminds me that even in life’s hardest seasons, there is grace to be found, and sometimes it comes with a straw and a swirl of caramel.“

“Yummy 😋 Good ice cream 🍦“

“I am a regular at this Dairy Queen. There was a communication error more on my part. An extra blizzard were made and i ended up paying more. The employees were great everything worked out. I never have had a problem. This was just a minor mix up. So 1000 ? to the young employees running the store.“

“Custard is always Fresh. Staff is always Friendly and Welcoming. the Ozark Turtle is my favorite. 😊😊😊“

“Recomendadisimo, ssta delicioso y el servicio al cliente de lo mejor, la duena siempre nos atiende personalmente y es superlinda y nos explica y ofrese que tratar de nuevo cada vez que visitamos. Se acuerda de nosotros y es muy amable igual que el resto de su personal. Son un amor y todo esta super delicioso. Nuestro postre favorito son las fresas con crema y pedacitos de cheesecake. Pero todo esta super delicioso al igual que limpio y muy higiénico. Los mejores precios y te atiende super rapido.“

“Thank you so much! It was a blast and I think the adults enjoyed it just as much as the kids. Sweet Sensation did an amazing job!
A huge hit with our son’s High school graduation party. Thank you!!! We will do this again. And I can’t tell you how much our guests enjoyed it even the coffee was absolutely delicious! You guys were awesome!“

“I’ve been to different Dairy Queen’s.

This is the first one that actually filled the cup with Oreos. I order a medium blizzard oreo with extra oreo.

To my surprise they filled it with Oreos!. Unlike other places that I ask for extra oreo and you can’t see any. This place filled it up im super happy I will definitely be back here.“

“Mai gave the best customer service I’ve experienced in a while. She took care of us quickly. South Elgin Oberweis is my new favorite location. I was greeted when I walked in and when I left. No one was on their phone and everyone was attentive. I appreciate that.“

“Look I'm not a very big coffee drinker, but WOW! I didn't get the pleasure of meeting the "Barista" my work partner picked up the coffee as I hung back in work van. We picked up the some potent stuff and by gawd it was DELICIOUS!!! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! Give this place a shot, I honestly believe you'll enjoy it. Looking forward to my visit hopefully very soon...“

“The place for authentic Mexican paletas, aguas frescas, ice cream, fresh fruit, churros, various drinks and the list goes on and on. Tacos de Canasta were an unexpected and delicious surprise. Ask for Paulina, she’s a gem!“

“Sometimes the voice that comes from the drive thru in the morning can really set your mood. Im dreading the fact my son has a change in routine today and I have a meeting to run in an hour. This is my new morning Dunkin when I drive out this way and no matter how my morning is going, the customer service attitude is so upbeat and positive it is contagious. You never know how you can change someone's day and the fast food industry needs more of this. Please take care of this employee well!“

“Great location, employees are awesome. Food is always hot and fresh!“

“First time here and won't be the last! Pleasant, and friendly service, welcoming in today's hurry up world! Food was outstanding especially the fried rice and shrimp and fried rice and chicken combo. Was looking for a good Chinese restaurant. They have my vote, stop by and order, you won't be disappointed!!!
Bernie Andersen“

“Healthy choice, no added sugar, smoothies are so good. Kids love it !!“

“Quick check in and unloaded. Very nice folks up here. Portopott and little to no parking. A couple of spaces on the street. So don't come with low hrs on the clock. Not many truck stops around here and if it is is already. 5 stars if it had better restrooms and overnight parking for truckers“

“Los mejores tamales que eh comido en mucho tiempo y el champurrado igual , muy buenos !! espero que no cambien su forma de hacerlos“

“I got charged $2.50 for a spoon of Mayo and a spoon of cheese on a small cup of corn? i been coming here for so long and never got charged, when i saw my receipt and noticed i couldn’t believed it. I went inside and ask for a bit more and all i got from the supervisor is that he need it another $2.50 what a shame of handling this business by the supervisor Ruben hope this help to as awareness to our community and pay attention to what you pay. you better drive a couple more miles to the next michoacana for a better product and definitely better service. I had to spreaded on the glass guard so he could of believe me that he didn’t add the extra cheese and mayo that was paid for it as you can see. after checking more google reviews it looks like this is a tendency!!!!’“

“Great service everyone here it’s super friendly I eat here at least twice a week“

“Los mejores tamales que eh comido en mucho tiempo y el champurrado igual , muy buenos !! espero que no cambien su forma de hacerlos“

“absolutely one of my favorite places in downtown St. Charles. awesome place and people“

“Culver’s St. Charles is always incredible. The service is wonderful and staff are all friendly and kind. A huge shout out to Josh, the amazing new owner of this location! Thank you for being Culver’s a place where friends and families want to go!“

“Our favorite go-to ice cream shop and chocolate shop. Best place to get some praline crunch…mmm…right when you walk in it smells like sweet waffles, as they make their own cones fresh throughout the day. They have fresh marzipan, snow caps, and so many treats to choose from. Only wish they had a little more seating options, maybe covered, outside, would be a great future improvement for next summer.“

“THE BEST BURGERS AND SWEET POTATO FRIES IN ILLINOIS PERIOD! PLEASE GIVE YOUR EMPLOYEES A RAISE, they are all very kind and helpful! Also the turtle sundae was very delicious. The establishment is very spacious and clean. I love visiting places where the employees are having fun while still providing excellent customer service. It almost felt like i was in the krusty krab with a lot of spongebobs and no squidwards. ??

UPDATE 8/10 this time i had the classic chicago hotdog and sweet potato fries! Unfortunately this time around the hot dog was not all that great, very bland and actual weiner didn’t have much flavor and the sweet potatoes were a bit burnt, but i think this is a minor mistake than can easily be fixed in the future! Can’t wait to be back!“

“Ordered our family birthday cake by mistake at this location. Right day right time everything was 50% off that day. Homemade dilly bars and blizzard cake was amazing. Ice cream was just so fresh tasting. By far the best DQ to go to we will be back. Thanks!!“

“ordered small concrete mixer.. asked for chocolate custard with Reese's peanut butter cups but received a medium size cup of plain custard“

“good softserve service a bit slow but they are young“