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Bobtail Ice Cream Company
(Now Closed)Ice Cream Parlor, Coffee Shop, and Dessert Shop$$$$
Lake View East, Chicago
The experts at Time Out Chicago and Serious Eats recommend this place
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Redeye ChicagoAugust 3, 2014Order an unadulterated scoop or two of one of Bobtail's signatures, such as Sunset (merlot ice cream with dark-chocolate chips), or Lakeview Barhopper (Dutch cocoa ice cream blended with whiskey). Read more
Caitlin SalzbergSeptember 22, 2015Amazing staff, and even better ice cream! The raspberry cheesecake ice cream mixed with the cookies and cream (as suggested by the staff) was to die for! Tastes like and Oreo crusted cheesecake.
Serious EatsMay 14, 2013One of a handful of always available flavors at this ice cream shop, Signature Sunset is a genius combination of Merlot ice cream and dark chocolate chips.
Carol MarrAugust 10, 2014The best ice cream!!! They run out of flavors often in the summer and on the weekends, so try to come at an off time if you're looking for something specific
Time Out ChicagoNovember 2, 2011Go late-night to get a caffeinated “cream express” milkshake (vanilla and espresso). Or go earlier in the evening to grab a scoop of the Lakeview Barhopper (chocolate ice cream with Jack Daniel’s). Read more
ZoeOctober 11, 2017You HAVE to get pumpkin if, and when, it’s available. Their coffee ice cream is solid too. In general, their ice cream is packed with flavor.
Great old-school Ice Cream shop with unique Chicago-themed flavors that should all be sampled! The line can be long - but it moves fast!
Tiffany WongAugust 13, 2017bobtail texture is unique among chicago ice creams (more elastic); i loved their salted caramel pretzel and cubby crunch flavors- L KSeptember 10, 2015Excellent homemade ice creams! Try the salted chocolate caramel pretzel (I forget exactly what it's called but it's damn good).
Time Out ChicagoOctober 19, 2011Go late-night to get a caffeinated “cream express” milkshake (vanilla and espresso). Or go earlier in the evening to grab a scoop of the Lakeview Barhopper (chocolate ice cream with Jack Daniel’s).
This place is always slammed but they are efficient with getting people through the line. Love their peanut butter chip ice cream!
Super tasty ice cream with original homemade flavors. Old school design inside with that Chicago hangout feel. Don't forget to design your own ice cream :) Definitely coming back!
natalie kayMay 31, 2016Merlot ice cream with dark chocolate (signature sunset) is divine! At least sample it!
White chocolate peanut butter ice cream is amazing, and a perk of being slower in the winter...they'll give you as many samples as you want!
Mostly unimpressed with their ice cream flavors but the Cubby Crunch is a great original.
Their ice cream is the best in the City, but their Wi-Fi splash screen will drive you nuts! It even comes up on my iPhone when I turn off Wi-Fi in my settings.
You'll never find another ice cream flavor as good and as classy as the Signature Sunset: merlot ice cream with dark chocolate chips. Amazing!
MoonchildSeptember 15, 2014have their red wine ice cream! LOVE LOVE IT! this is the best place for homemade ice cream!- Zach Solomon-BeloinJune 27, 2016Most amazing place to get ice cream in the area. One of Chicago's best.
Ryan WallaceNovember 2, 2012I prefer Cubby Crunch or Mint Chip, but you really can't go wrong with anything. Plus they have board games!
Melody LeggeMay 24, 2015Ice cream is delightful. Can get busy. Outdoor seats are available to sit and enjoy.
The milkshakes are so thick that you can hardly get them up through a straw--so delicious!
Carol PiusJuly 1, 2014Tried the Signature sunset and lake view bar hopper. They were ok. Go to pacuigo's gelato down the street instead!
Real deal ice cream. Try the coffee/espresso/ice cream shake and stay awake for days.
Steve PeternellAugust 15, 2011I've tried both the merlot and peach flavors and I can't decide on which I like more (so you'll just have to get both)
Get a scoop of the Cubby Crunch. You won't be disappointed.
You have to try a chocolate banana malt milk shake. It's amazing! Stay a while and play some board games!
Adam HickenbottomJune 14, 2013The Italian ice is a big hit for summer. Red raspberry or strawberry lemonade. Both are delicious!
Time Out Chicago KidsJuly 2, 2012Bobtail Ice Cream Company is nominated for Best Ice Cream Shop in our Hipsqueak Awards, vote now at
Eric WagnerOctober 9, 2010The merlot ice cream is excellent. Creamy, lightly merlot flavored ice cream, complemented by thin, crunchy, rich chocolate chunks.- Time Out Chicago KidsFebruary 29, 2012The Cubby Crunch is Bobtail's #1 flavor for kids (sprinkles!) and pays homage to Wrigley's loveable losers. Read more
MaggieJuly 26, 2014Cubby Crunch = Vanilla ice cream, chocolate chips, toffee, Oreo, and rainbow sprinkles
Daisy MertzelAugust 24, 2012Shakes & Smoothies for $2.99 on Thursdays. Spencer made me the BEST smoothie of my life!
@jenwalshMarch 28, 2010Best ice cream in the city - try signature sunsut (merlot ice cream with dark chocolate chips)
- Time Out Chicago KidsFebruary 29, 2012The White Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup ice cream has big candy cups in creamy, smooth white heaven. Read more
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Bobtail Ice Cream Company
2951 N Broadway St (at W Wellington Ave)
Chicago, IL 60657
United States
Chicago, IL 60657
United States
Permanently closed (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 11:00 AM–11:00 PM
(773) 880-7372
Features
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Yes
Wi-Fi
No
Outdoor Seating
No
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"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"
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"Try the Crazy Cake with chocolate custard and a Red Velvet cupcake... or any other of the dozens of combinations. Make sure they add the sprinkles!"
Jessica Reynolds - 8.2
"Chocolate extreme with chocolate ice cream. Yes!"
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