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Margie's Candies

Ice Cream Shop, Dessert Shop, and Candy Store$$$$

Logan Square, Chicago

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Margie's Candies

8.9^/10

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Given the COVID-19 pandemic, call ahead to verify hours, and remember to practice social distancing
Ranked #5 for desserts in Chicago
Has a stamp of approval from Chicago Tribune and Serious Eats
"Get hot fudge banana split with mint chocolate and cookies n cream"(16 Tips)
"25-scoop Royal George ice cream sundae at Margie’s Candies"(16 Tips)
"Hungry? Try Margie’s half-gallon World's Largest Sundae – a very..."(2 Tips)
"Hot fudge and cheesecake ice cream is to die for!"(3 Tips)

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Chicago TribuneDecember 22, 2014
This candy and ice cream parlor is for those moments when you've given up resisting your sweet tooth. It's old school vibe and colorful ambience are worth a short wait. Try their turtle sundae. Read more
Serious EatsMarch 3, 2016
Margie's giant banana splt on chocolate, strawberry, and vanilla ice cream, topped with thick hot fudge, fluffy whipped cream and crushed peanuts is still the best split in the city! Read more
PureWowMay 5, 2016
A Chicago institution, Margie's is worth all the hype. The house specialty--"heaven in a white clamshell dish"-- combines three scoops of ice cream, nuts, whipped cream and hot fudge. Read more
Laurin BelloAugust 20, 2013
Best ice cream ever. You have to arrive and sing up for a table or even to go, and it will take around 30 minutes waiting; especially on weekends. Attention excellent, and price is incredible low.
Chicago Cultural AllianceSeptember 17, 2012
In 1921, Greek immigrant Peter George Poulos founded Margie's Candies, part of the rich tradition of Greek-owned sweet shops, which serves candy & ice cream to Chicago’s sweet toothes.
Jonathan FerreraAugust 6, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Margie's is usually busy. The people outside are just waiting for their orders. You can go inside to place your own order. The chocolate malt is the best.
GenieJuly 29, 2016
The raspberry sundae is my favorite! Add hot fudge to make it even better. You can choose the type of ice cream you want for your sundae
RachelSeptember 24, 2012
Their chocolate is deliciousness!!! I had a chocolate pecan cluster and a chocolate coconut cluster. I'm from Ohio and just happened to pass by. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! =)
Burt BlanchardFebruary 16, 2014
Excellent walk back in time. The food is good; the desserts great! Must try their turtles and NY cherry ice cream.
Eddy GonzalezNovember 1, 2015
Banana split is big enough for two, super affordable and perfect for an after movie date spot to cool down
Abdullah NSeptember 13, 2013
When you're in Chicago you must visit this ice cream place, nice and historic. 1921
Christine T.May 25, 2015
Such a charming place. The sundaes are great... and HUGE.
Time Out Chicago KidsJuly 2, 2012
The 25-scoop Royal George ice cream sundae at Margie’s Candies is nominated for Best Kid-Friendly Thrill in our Hipsqueak Awards, vote now at timeoutchicagokids.com/awards!
Christopher MarianoJuly 25, 2011
Been here 5+ times
This place is a Chicago must in the summer. Lines can be long, but usually short and well worth it. Classic ice cream & candies.
DailyCandyApril 9, 2013
Have a side of nostalgia with your hot fudge sundae. Ginormous portions and retro decor get rave reviews.
Linda WApril 28, 2015
Omg everything is good here.. Fond memories of Margie joining us and chatting with my mother in law. She is greatly missed by all who knew her.
Lauren MarieAugust 28, 2013
Get rid of the cherry on the sundae. It gets in the way of the ice cream, whipped cream, caramel, hot fudge, and nuts.
Jay JoseAugust 11, 2014
You might want to bring a friend along. The portions are amazing huge!
Leslie ONovember 16, 2013
Don't come here for the hot drinks, it's just milk & hershey's in the microwave. :-(. Icecream, chocolates & phosphates are worth it.
Joe DixAugust 7, 2014
It is a very small space ... Large parties are difficult ... If you have a large party I would get your order to go.
Molly KnottMay 12, 2014
I treat myself to the raspberry hot fudge sundae every mother's day. I wait all year for it. I'm actually mad I'll be waiting 364 more days.
venessa tarbellNovember 17, 2011
This place gets super crowded. Be prepared to wait or come at off-times if you want a seat. Otherwise, take your ice cream cones to go.
Sarah Ross MattesonOctober 11, 2012
The mint chocolate chip is amazing! Ask for extra vanilla wafers.
Niccolinas SotoFebruary 23, 2010
...Order their hand-packed ice cream, or banana split..too die for! Skip eating inside (cozy, but too small) and opt to grab a spot outdoors weather permitting.
Juan BermudezSeptember 23, 2016
So many options!!! This old school ice cream shop is great!
Jesús IbarraAugust 21, 2012
Brownie Ala Mode is fire. One of their signature dishes worth trying.
Robyn Mccord-DominguezJuly 18, 2013
Try to snag a table by windows. Best ice cream in the city.
Derek KucyndaApril 9, 2013
The Beatles and Rolling Stones stopped by to eat here, so you know it's THAT GOOD. (It really is...)
Kathleen NemecJuly 4, 2013
Get here before 11:00 pm to be seated.
Evan[Bu]July 24, 2013
Get the Royal George, and then get Type 2 Diabetes.
Brittany NicoleOctober 16, 2014
I wasn't very impressed with this place. Had a weird, mildew-like smell. Apple pie was swimming in melted whipped cream, which was such a disappointment. However, I can say that the ice cream was good
Kelli WadeDecember 30, 2012
The strawberry shake was the best I've ever had!!
Josh HershJanuary 22, 2010
The best two scoops of ice cream w/ hot fudge that I've ever had...and topped with those crunch, delicious wafers.
David KavanaughFebruary 1, 2016
Ice cream is amazing and nice atmosphere!
CBS LocalNovember 1, 2011
Homemade candy and ice cream in the same shop? Be prepared for some difficult decisions. - CBS Chicago Read more
Preita RodriguezAugust 24, 2015
First experience I had at Margie's candies was SUPER great .....love it
Alejandra JimenezMay 16, 2015
Ice cream with Fudge!! :)
Nikki MitchellJune 4, 2016
Everything 😘
X FactorMarch 26, 2013
Come hungry. Period.
Lina GonzoOctober 21, 2012
Best ice cream in Chicago!
Mohammed Hassan-AliJanuary 31, 2015
Hot fudge and cheesecake ice cream is to die for!
Kathleen NemecJuly 6, 2013
That was the best banana split I had in along while...:-)
Lisa WFebruary 23, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Coco Loco is so good. If you like coconut, go for it. But I get it with cheesecake ice cream :)
Tracy TakacsSeptember 3, 2014
Ice cream and ice cream treats!! Oh yeah, good candy too!
Dan StanNovember 23, 2012
Had a terrible experience here I asked for one dessert thy didn't have it asked for another they didn't hve it, asked for another they didn't have it. They need workers to do inventory for real
Jennie HurtadoSeptember 22, 2014
Love that I can blame the kids for wanting to come here!
Kate SchafferMarch 19, 2015
Hot fudge pecan role!
Christina LopezFebruary 24, 2014
Long waits but worth it. Just be patient
Dan StanNovember 23, 2012
This place was soooooooooooooo dissapointing! I asked for 3 things the were out of all three! They need workers to do inventory!
DoraJune 30, 2010
Hungry? Try Margie’s half-gallon World's Largest Sundae – a very good object lesson in the joys of sharing.Powered by ParentsConnect.com Read more

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