Thankfully, summertime Chicago is almost here. That means that daily ice cream runs are just around the corner! If you’re looking for a new go-to ice cream shop in Hyde Park, worry not. We’ve compiled a list of some of the best places in the neighborhood to cool off with your choice of delicious ice cream.

 

Unbeatable Eatables Hyde Park Cafe 

1744 E 55th St, Chicago, IL 60615

Unbeatable Eatables is a locally-owned cafe with delicious subs and a wide array of ice creams to choose from. From shakes to sundaes to the classic banana split, Unbeatable Eatables is the perfect place to cool off on a warm Chicago day. Located steps from both the Museum of Science and Industry as well as Promontory Point, this is a great spot to stop for ice cream while exploring some Hyde Park favorites. 

 

Baskin-Robbins 

1418 E 53rd St Ste 5, Chicago, IL 60615

If you’re looking for a classic ice cream spot in Hyde Park, Baskin-Robbins is your move. It is the ultimate place for someone looking for as many options of ice cream as possible. Baskin Robbins Hyde Park is located centrally on 53rd Street, only steps away from our Ivy Residences office, Ivy Blackstone, and Ivy Gayles. 

Plus, have you heard the story that makes this ice cream shop extra special? Check out the plaque outside that commemorates Barack and Michelle Obama’s very first kiss, which happened right outside this Baskin Robbins!

 

Finnigans Ice Cream Parlor 

5700 S Lake Shore Dr

Tucked behind the coal mine on the 2nd floor of the Museum of Science and Industry, Finnigans is home to shakes, floats, sundaes, and other ice creams for you to indulge in. With large, decadent scoops of ice cream, this is a perfect spot to stop the next time you’re at the Museum of Science and Industry.

Finnigan’s is one of the several restaurants that the Museum of Science and Industry offers to its patrons.

 

Insomnia Cookies

1105 E 55th St, Chicago, IL 60615

While Insomnia Cookies may be known for their late-night delivery of mouth-watering, fresh baked cookies, their ice cream sandwiches may raise the bar even higher. Named “Wiches”, these serve up the perfect balance of creamy ice cream mashed between your favorite melt-in-your-mouth cookie. 

If you prefer your cookies and ice cream separate, enjoy a creative and delicious double scoop or sundae. Want our recommendation? Check out the Lemon Poppy Seed Monster Sundae, or the Cookie Butter Bomb.

In terms of these amazing ice cream shops, there is no wrong decision. What’s your fav Hyde Park ice cream spot? Let us know in the comments below, and make sure to check these ones out!