Scooter's Frozen Custard
Ice Cream Parlor$$$$
Lakeview, Chicago
The folks at Time Out Chicago and Redeye Chicago like this place. Would you agree?
"Boston Shake is amazing."(4 Tips)
"Amazing frozen custard!"(4 Tips)
"Try the Elvis (vanilla custard, Reese's peanut butter cups, bananas)...."(4 Tips)
"Go for the CFNBC (Carmen Fudge Nut Brownie Chip)"(2 Tips)
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Redeye ChicagoAugust 3, 2014This mom-and-pop corner shop has become a Lakeview staple, thanks mainly to its "concretes," a blend of frozen custard, toppings and syrups that really appeal to the inner child. Read moreUpvote5Downvote
- Simply put: There is no better ice cream in Chicago. There, I said it. Now you try it. Boston Shake is amazing. Oh heck, it's all amazing!Upvote1Downvote
- Chefs FeedJuly 20, 2017Try the Elvis (vanilla custard, Reese's peanut butter cups, bananas). Scooter's only serves it in size large and with good reason. Read more
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Britini RiosJuly 1, 2017Cute place! Love coming here for custard treats. Sometimes there's a really long line out the door.
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Jennifer KarumMay 10, 2013Our friend Jess took us to this place and recommended the coconut custard. Incredible. I tried the banana Reese's (Elvis) got a small and was dying. Best custard everUpvote2Downvote
Jose RumboApril 24, 2018Best ice cream in Chicago. Go for the CFNBC (Carmen Fudge Nut Brownie Chip)Upvote1Downvote
Melanie DeniseSeptember 3, 2014CFNBC. Carmen fudge nut brownie chip. Vanilla custard, fudge nut brownie, carmel and chocolate chips. Flavor explosion.
Upvote1Downvote- AmberJuly 11, 2016Whiskey caramel custard + sprinkles + waffle cone + hot summer day = happiness
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Georgia ChevereOctober 20, 2012I'm a chocolate and peanut butter ice cream addict and the chocolate custard with peanut butter mixed in is the best I've ever had!UpvoteDownvote
Cynthia BlancoAugust 9, 2016Best ice cream I've ever had. This is a must everytime I'm in Lincoln Park.UpvoteDownvote
Time Out ChicagoJune 4, 2012Order a Boston shake, and quiver in awe as the towering milkshake topped with hot fudge and whipped cream is handed over.Upvote8Downvote- Time Out ChicagoMay 25, 2012Order a Boston shake, and quiver in awe as the towering milkshake topped with hot fudge and whipped cream is handed over. -JJ Read moreUpvote2Downvote
Green Label SoundJune 16, 2011Our song "Sour Apples" references dessert and made me think of Scooters because I would go there on hot days and grab some ice cream or a shake. -Mikey from The Cool KidsUpvoteDownvote
Nate EllisJune 18, 2018Great shakes! Lines move quickly, so don't be scared if it's out the door.UpvoteDownvote
Kevin DudleyAugust 26, 2014Always crowded, but always worth the wait for the best frozen custard in the city.UpvoteDownvote- Redeye ChicagoAugust 3, 2014Here's a pro tip: Order from the take-out window to avoid the masses of sugar-fueled kiddos inside. Read moreUpvoteDownvote
Shannon JeropkeNovember 19, 2020They’re always coming out with new flavors! Try one out!UpvoteDownvote
Katie LowesJuly 24, 2013Order a "Katie." And when they don't give you a peanut butter and banana shake, tell them that that's what you wanted.Upvote2Downvote
Scort SeaholmSeptember 7, 2013The Eli Smoosh may not LOOK big, but I love ice cream and I couldn't take the whole thing down...Upvote1Downvote
Don't over complicate things. Go with the vanilla custard, especially with strawberries.UpvoteDownvote
Time Out Chicago KidsFebruary 29, 2012The German Chocolate Cake nicely captures the chocolate and coconut flavors of the kuchen. Read moreUpvoteDownvote
- Time Out Chicago KidsFebruary 29, 2012UpvoteDownvote
Caitlin HoweApril 4, 2012Amazing place! But the menu is in comic sans... Let me redesign it!!!UpvoteDownvote
Concrete 4 LYFE, bro! Expensive, but awesome.Upvote1Downvote
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Everything's good here, but if you're on a budget get a scoop or two of custard - much cheaper than a blended concrete!UpvoteDownvote
- Time Out ChicagoMay 29, 2012Try the coconut cream pie concrete. Seriously. -FS Read moreUpvoteDownvote
- Chefs FeedAugust 5, 2014UpvoteDownvote
Turtle sundae and a free puppy cone. Win-win.UpvoteDownvote- Amazing frozen custard! Watch for flavors of the day and monthUpvoteDownvote
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Scooter's Frozen Custard
1658 W Belmont Ave (at Paulina St.)
Chicago, IL 60657
United States
Chicago, IL 60657
United States
Open until 10:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 2:00 PM–10:00 PM
- Sat
- 1:00 PM–10:00 PM
- Sun
- 1:00 PM–9:00 PM
(773) 244-6415
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