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1100 Chicago Ave
Oak Park,
IL
60302
41.8944
-87.8037
Neighborhood: Oak Park
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Petersen Ice Cream Co
Last updated 5.10.09
What People Are Saying About Petersen Ice Cream Co
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – Along with the takeout ice cream parlor (no tables), this spot boasts a coffee shop decorated with knickknacks and an in-between space for both dining and dessert. The homemade, 18-percent butterfat ice cream features signature flavors like peanut butter chocolate cup and New York cherry. Other favorites include the enormous banana split with vanilla, strawberry and chocolate ice cream, plus savory fare like meat loaf and stuffed cabbage.
10/05/09
Probably the greatest ice cream in the world!!!
by JObrien at Citysearch
Petersen's is in my oppinion the greatest ice cream in the world. It has been a Chicago land and especially an Oak Park/River Forest institution since 1919. Their product is simply much richer and more flavorful than anyone around. Oberweis Dairy is good, but Petersen's blows them away when it comes down to pure taste. Also, a lot of people have said that Homer's in Wilmette is good, however I find their ice cream to be too icy and less creamy than Petersen's. My only complaint is purely cosmetic. The ice cream parlour could use a facelift, but as long as the ice cream is this good, I don't care!
- Pros: Rich, creamy, classic
- Cons: NONE!
04/11/09
Restaurant closed, ice cream overpriced
by lunchbox1 at Citysearch
Petersen's ice cream used to be on par price wise with other ice cream shops like Cold Stone Creamery, Ben & Jerrys, Brown Cow. Now they seem to be trying to make it by charging the folks who come in an arm and a leg! A one-scoop hot fudge sundae was over $6. A family of four can easily spend $15-20 on dessert. Not worth it!
- Pros: Convenient parking
- Cons: Fewer choices, big bucks
10/07/08
Out of business. Place is empty. Signs on windows say for lease. Sorry!
by Me237 at Citysearch
Out of business. Signs say for lease. Place is empty. Does anyone know why? Took 1st time tour of Oaklawn and oh well...
- Cons: out of business
The Details on Petersen Ice Cream Co
Know Before You Go:
Three large freezers are loaded with pre-packed ice cream. If you don't find your favorite flavor, they'll be happy to hand-pack a pint or quart for you.
Category:
Ice Cream & Frozen Dessert Manufacturers, Restaurants, Ice Cream Parlors, Diners, Dessert Shops
Payment Methods:
American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Breakfast, Family-Friendly Dining, Outdoor Dining, Lunch Spot, Cheap Eats
General Info:
Open 7 Days
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
No
