Ice Cream Shops near Chesterton

“We are on vacation at Indiana Dunes and stopped in at Dog Days today after lunch for a treat. Great place, and AMAZING staff! Our kids, ages 5 and 2, changed their minds on what they wanted a couple of times and the two young ladies working were so patient with us as they took our orders. Very clean and a great atmosphere - My kids loved watching the little train overhead. And of course, the ice cream was delicious! Also, they have a family restroom with a changing table, which may not be high on most people’s list but that can be so hard to find in these little specialty shops and as a family with two littles, having those facilities easily available is just a very nice bonus. Highly recommend :)“

“I have been going to this Dairy Queen since I was a little kid. Not only does the nostalgia make me come back, but the quality of the products vs other locations, friendliness of the staff, and fun out of the box items are the best!! They are super fast as well!!! Thanks for the bday cake!! My son LOVED it!!!!“

“We absolutely love Culver’s! It’s one of those places that never disappoints and always feels like such a treat when we stop in. Whether we’re going for a full meal or just grabbing dessert, it’s become a family favorite and a spot we all look forward to visiting. There’s something about the whole experience—the food, the atmosphere, the service—that makes it stand out from other places.

The ButterBurgers are always fresh, juicy, and made just the way you want them. They never taste rushed or thrown together, and you can tell they use quality ingredients. The sides are just as good—crinkle-cut fries, cheese curds, onion rings—you name it, everything is delicious and satisfying. It’s comfort food done right, with portions that actually leave you feeling full.

Of course, the custard is what really makes Culver’s special for us. It’s rich, creamy, and perfectly smooth—way better than your typical ice cream. We love that they rotate their “Flavor of the Day,” because it makes every visit a little different and exciting. You never know what flavor you’ll get to try, and it keeps things from ever feeling repetitive. It’s fun for the kids (and honestly for us adults, too!) to check the board and see what’s new.

On top of the great food, the service is always wonderful. Every time we’ve gone, the staff have been friendly, polite, and quick to help. They’re patient even when things get busy, and you can tell they care about giving good customer service. It’s not just the food that makes us come back—it’s how welcome we feel while we’re there.

Culver’s really strikes that perfect balance: it’s casual enough to be an easy family spot, but the food and service make it feel like you’re getting more than just a quick meal. It’s affordable, consistent, and always leaves us with happy memories. For us, Culver’s is more than just a place to eat—it’s a family tradition. 😊“

“I'm 60 have alot of awesome memories. not only the best ice cream the cones taste different as well“

“DQ is legitimately one of the top fast food places, in my opinion. Way better quality than McD's for sure.My favorite is the chicken strip basket paired with the white gravy... I highly recommend!I've never had a bad experience at this DQ. The food is always hot and fresh, the employees are friendly, and they always have gotten my order correct.Decent fast food AND great ice cream... you can't go wrong! By the way, their ice cream cakes are also amazing! They are pricey, but well worth it!“

“My daughter and I come here at least once a week, if not twice. It’s a nice little reward. Today we came in for a back to school reward. I witnessed an employee doing an amazing job with a stack of reward punch cards. I mean a STACK! She kept her cool and handled the situation like a dang pro! Everyone that works here is so kind and amazing. The flavors are fun and amazing! We love putting all the different toppings on! (I want to give a shout out to the girl tonight. I don’t wanna misspell her name and I told her I would mention her this way. The girl with the name that starts with X, you are the real MVP! Keep doing what your doing sis!)“

“My friend and I went to Crumbl and the worker named Shay made the experience very delightful. She was very kind and made conversation with us while we had to wait in line. She recommended the Dubai chocolate brownie to us and it was so good we came back for a second one. #bestcrumblworkeroftheweek!“

“The servers are very knowledgeable of the ingredients in the many flavors of ice creams. It is a great pleasure to have visited and to enjoy the ice cream and service makes for a memorable time.
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“I'm 60 have alot of awesome memories. not only the best ice cream the cones taste different as well“