Tates Old Fashioned Ice Cream
| Address: | 25 S Ashland Ave, La Grange, IL 60525, USA |
| Phone: | +1 708-352-4848 |
| Site: | tatesoldfashionedicecream.com |
| Rating: | 4.9 |
| Working: | 1–9PM 1–9PM 1–9PM 1–9PM 1–9PM 12–9PM 12–9PM |
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I recently attended a birthday party at Tates with my 4 year old. As the party was going on, the lady leading the party stopped to announce (not once, but twice) that the mother hosting would be charged for the parents who stayed at the party. I have 2 issues with this. First, why is this mother being charged for me to stand in the shop because my child is a little timid and was uncomfortable with me leaving? I felt terrible that I cost this mother extra money because my child would not cooperate with me wanting to leave. I did not eat ice cream. My presence in no way affected this womans business. Secondly, it was so inappropriate how she announced this. It made all those involved feel completely uncomfortable. I have always believed in supporting local businesses. However, this is one that I can no longer support. When someone is spending a considerable amount of money like this, they should not be treated so poorly.
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Michael Byrnes
Best Kept Secret in La Grange IL to anyone who does not live nearby. Every local knows about it because they were all here when I arrived. Quickest moving queue I ever was in. New Yorkers could learn a lesson in service from this place. 1) Awesome home-made ice cream & they let you sample as many as you want. No problem with me 1st taste was Coconut and I left with 1 quart-it was best ice cream I ever had. 2) Candy They have candy that you havent seen in a candy store since Roosevelt was President. And I mean Teddy. Dot candy, gourmet licorice in multiple flavors, Nice that an ice cream store still carries what I used to call penny candy. 3) Hours are till 10 PM every night except Sunday- 9 PM. Most ice-cream/ candy stores around here close by 6:30 4) Polite and efficient service. They even ask if you need candy in different bags for each kid.
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Jill Bastedo
I had a birthday party for my daughter at Tates today. While the party was fun for the kids, I was very turned off when the owner announced to my guests that if the parents stayed for the party, she was going to charge me a fee (this was not communicated to me when I booked the party). Not only did she tell the guests one time that she was going to charge me for them standing in the shop (not even eating the ice cream), but she told them twice! It was very awkward and created an uncomfortable environment. It left the guests feeling bad for staying which bothered me! Bad publicity for any parents who may have been considering a party there. I wanted to love this party idea, unfortunately, I would not do it again.
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John Kokoris
How does this place not have more reviews? Tates has some of the best ice cream in the country. Ive been to my fair share of famous ice cream places and I genuinely like Tates the most. They make all their ice cream in-house, its cheap, theyve got all the toppings/shakes/etc that you could want. The owner and staff are really nice, fun people. Its just a great neighborhood-y place... Even if you have to drive there theres plenty to see if you walk around town. Simply put you should never go out to eat in La Grange without coming here for dessert.
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Sabrina M
This is SUCH a great place! I love their ice cream and the manager is SUPER nice! I got a coupon for a free scoop of ice cream and I got a HUGE scoop! There are toys that you can buy on the shelves so when they get busy, you can have your kids play with those or the games on the tables! They dont just have chess, like other places! Great for all ages!
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Brian Benedict
Walking in the door at Tates Old Fashioned Ice Cream is like taking a step back in time to classic ice cream parlor. Quality cones, amazing milk shakes (my favorite), and a great selection of plush toys (Ty Beanie Boos) make Tates all sorts of awesome. Support local businesses. Support Tates Old Fashioned Ice Cream!
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Magda Smidova
A little place thats a huge part of LaGrange history. If you want good, homemade ice cream, from a family owned business this is the place to go. A small tip: pay in cash if you can. Credit cards cost this business an extreme amount of money and locals would hate to see the place go out of business.
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Emily Chase
I grew up down the street from here- been going since they opened almost 30 years ago. Great homemade ice cream and a quaint nostalgic atmosphere. They have a great selection of sundaes, shakes, floats, and other treats. This is a must stop for dessert in Lagrange.
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A Private User
I stopped here driving through LaGrange one day and its the creamiest ice cream ive ever had. Its all homemade, too. The scoops are huge and the specialty shakes are fantastic. I recommend Tooty Fruity (sherbert shake using Sprite instead of milk)
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John Craig
Super friendly staff and really good ice cream. Ill take the homemade stuff over the chain stuff any day. The inside is small and seating is limited but there are plenty of benches nearby for nice days.
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Joseph cimino
Smooth and Creamy, Yummy, Great old Fashioned Ice cream I always taste the vanilla first to judge their flavor. Tates is Excellent, Clean vanilla with fresh dairy notes. Its a joy to savor.
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Eric P
Old school ice cream shop. The atmosphere is great, I feel like stepping back in time when going here. The ice cream is delicious and comes in many different flavors.
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Leenah Safi
Super nice owner and very thoughtful. And wonderful home made flavors! Beautiful. Try to bring cash to help keep this small business alive. Also kid friendly.
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Jaclyn Zydek
Thank you Tates for a fabulous effortless fourth birthday celebration for my daughter! Everything was well executed and the kids had a memorable time
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A Private User
Warm & friendly place... With awesome icecreams... Exactly what you would expect to avoid chain stores... Totally worth the trip!!!
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Margaretelise
Good ice cream, nice staff, games on the tables and a small toy store. My daughter loved sitting at the mini bistro table.
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Jonathan Ramp
Real ice cream. Dense and hard. Not like buying air at the grocery store. The best is when black walnut is in season.
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Donna Kwiatkowski
I traveled from Sugar Land Texas for the Best Ice Cream ever. Its so fresh I dont have allergy issues.
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mcm jrty
Very friendly staff and great atmosphere. Ice cream is great, chocolate dipped cones and waffle bowls.
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David Grunt
Fantastic icecream shop. Dodge the seemingly endless frozen yogurt crap on Lagrange Rd and stop here.
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Jason Coffman
Lady helping us was very nice and was great with my daughter. The apple spice doughnuts are awesome
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Jill Cipriani
Peak season can get get busy. Small place, so may not get a seat. The ice cream is to die for!!
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Matt Mottier
Excellent ice cream and even better service. Nice place to visit on a summer evening.
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Katherin Hillmann
Best Ice Cream around and great place to spend time with your family and friends.
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Brian Opyd
The staff is always friendly and the ice cream is great. What else could you want.
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Hank Marquardt
My wife says its the best bubblegum ice cream this side of when she was 10.
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Tricia Fallon
Fabulous ice cream, fun games and even better service!! Love this place!
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Sam Frank
Great very friendly staff and best banana split I had in a long time
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Josh Bundalian
Friend spilled root beer float, and they replaced it free of charge!
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Julie Gaster
Super friendly staff, a variety of flavors, and a neat atmosphere!
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Jim Yee
Friendly staff. Great ambience. Could be in downtown Mayberry.
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ANDREW LIGAS
Very good ice cream. Small town vibe with some nice choices.
