Cute ice cream shop. The staff is friendly, the prices are good and the ice cream is tasty. They carry all the flavors that people generally want...just don’t expect any strange or unique flavors. The line can be a little long but moves quickly. There is limited seating inside but I wouldn’t want to stay inside anyway in Lincoln Park on a warm sunny day. I’ll be back if I’m in the area.
The have a nice, and seasonally changing, selection of ice cream as well as a freezer stocked with pints, cakes, and other treats. I'm not going to lie, I've only ever had the Signature Sunset, because merlot flavored ice cream, when I've ordered a cone. Also, the ice team sandwiches, made with chocolate chip cookies, are fantastic.
My sister and I were shopping in CB2 on north on Friday before the Pride Parade. They were giving out these chocolate chip cookie ice cream sandwiches with rainbow sprinkles. We both gushed over how good they were. The CB2 employees didn't know where they came from. When I happened to move in down the block from Bobtail and stopped in and found, to my surprise, these rainbow sprinkle chocolate chip ice cream sandwiches I couldn't believe it. And they are exactly as good as I had remembered.
Check it out. If you like ice cream, you'll be happy!
Ice cream, can you ever screw it up? I'm not sure, but Bobtail owns it! Minus the long line (can you blame them?), this place is fantastic. Good ice cream with great service that's friendly. I couldn't decide what to get (so many good options), so I just told the guy to get me what he would eat. Came out with a caramel pecan scoop on a cone, and was happy. Great stop for some good treats.
Atmosphere: 9/10
Service: 10/10
Food: 9/10
The mix of flavors is unimaginable !!!! It really is an ice cream you have to try it! And its different types of cones are insurmountable !! Love the place, they just need to have more types of chocolate ice cream!
Probably the best ice cream in the city. It's fresh and tasty, and they have plenty of unique flavors and options. The staff is very friendly. It's a typical ice-cream shop setup, with only a few tables inside and outside, but the neighborhood around it is very walkable, so I love to order from here and wander around. The prices are reasonable for the area and specialty (though high for ice cream in general), so this place is definitely worth the wait that can often accumulate.
The best ice cream in the city! They have creative and delicious flavors that change every few weeks. The decor and atmosphere is intimate and inviting. This is a great little after-dinner date spot, my boyfriend and I always walk here after we eat. Never been disappointed, I'm halfway through my third loyalty punch card :)
It is worth standing in line for! The ice cream is really good! I got the white chololate peanut butter and I have to say that its probably one of the best ice creams I've had so far. I got it in a chocolate dipped waffle cone and the two went together very well. I recommend trying a flavor that you normally don't get at other stores. They have a good selection!
Super popular place in the neighborhood, especially on warm days. It can get a bit crowded and tight inside, but the desserts are worth it. I can't really comment on the ice cream since I can't eat dairy, but their sorbets are amazing. I'm in love with the lemon sorbet, it get it whenever I'm nearby.
One of the best ice spots in Chicago!
They also have great seasonal flavors, I prefer the classics of cookie dough and white chocolate peanut butter. But once its summer I love trying their fruity flavors.
But also, please keep in mind it is not limited to just ice cream. They also have great beverages that are all made in house.
Bobtail = Old school ice cream parlor. From the decor, to the menu selection, this place screams 1950s, and it's great. The ice cream is thick, creamy and flavorful. The prices are also fairly reasonable. When I was there on a week night, there was a line that stretched outside the door, which is a how popular this place is. The line moves fast, thankfully and you'll be enjoying your ice cream in no time. The chocolate was amazing.
A useful tip - bring cash.
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