Drive on Down: 5 Favorite Ice Cream Spots Near Merrillville, IN

Merrillville, IN is a great place to live, work, and play. So when you’re done with your day’s work or want something to do on a Saturday afternoon, why not check out one of these ice cream places in and around Merrillville?

Drive on Down: 5 Favorite Ice Cream Spots Near Merrillville, IN

Icy Bar Bubble Tea & Roller

This store, situated on the first floor of the Southlake Mall, offers a selection of Asian-inspired frozen treats and drinks. Along with the many flavors of bubble tea, the store offers beautifully made rolls of frozen gelato. These frozen rosettes are made to order and can be customized with a number of flavors, add-ins, and toppings. Adults and kids alike will enjoy the taste and the atmosphere is this great place.

Smoothie King

Being health-conscious doesn’t mean that you can’t have a frozen dessert. This health-focused smoothie and ice shop at 8170 Mississippi Street is the perfect place for getting a delicious healthy shake or smoothie. We love that you can get protein add-ins to many of the shakes, making it a great post-workout stop.

Sundae Fundae Winfield

Just down the road at 9281 East 109th Avenue in Crown Point, offering scoops and sundaes in the summer and specialty hot chocolates in the winter, and you can buy pints to take away all year round. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable, and they stock ice and sorbet options for those who can’t have dairy, so it’s a great place for all tastes and dietary needs.

Valpo Velvet Shoppe

A short drive away at 57 Monroe St in Valparaiso you can find this excellent shop. They have been selling gelato for over 50 years but have recently renovated the store to feature indoor and outdoor seating. Their frozen cream offerings are deliciously creamy, and the sorbets zing with flavor. If you’re not in the mood for something icy, then they also offer cheesecake and other treats. When a place has customers driving across from Chicago to pick up some pints, you know it’s good.

Oberweis

West of Merrillville at 725 Main St, Schererville you can find this outpost of the popular local chain, serving up frozen treats and fresh dairy produce. Offering dine-in, drive-through, and delivery options, this is a local favorite for a reason. Drop in for a cone and stay on to play with the chess set or board games; a perfect way to spend an afternoon!

After you’re done with your desserts, drive on down to us at Schepel Buick GMC in Merrillville. Whether you’re interested in a new Buick Envista, one of our pre-owned specials, or just booking in for a tune-up, we’ve got you covered.

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