Adele's Frozen Custard is the best custard I have ever had. This place is a true Minnesota summer staple. I honestly can't say enough good things about it. The staff are so friendly and upbeat, and they always go above and beyond. Most of them are students, so be generous with tips because they absolutely make the experience better. The toppings are LOADED on, not sprinkled, and the cookie dough is especially fantastic. You'll probably need a second cup because it's overflowing, which is never a bad problem to have. The service is great whether you go through the drive-thru or inside, and it's always fast and welcoming. Adele's is one of those places you crave year round and it never disappoints. read more

I have been going to Adele's my entire life. 25+ years.... Getting the same thing. A concrete mixer. And what these kids are doing is CRIMINAL. Adele's isn't about frozen custard anymore, it's more about candy. There is no conceivable way an adult would make a concrete mixer this way. And it's not the way they've been made for ever, until the last 3-5 years. I feel like it's candy with a side of ice cream. And it needs to go back to how it should be. Culver's might be a better option read more

Gawd the custard is so good. It's worth the drive from Minneapolis. Even the vanilla is amazing.

My friend from Minnesota took us here after a long day of exploring. This was her "spot" growing up & having had ice cream in California together, I trust her opinion. We came right before closing & the joint was packed and busy, including several patrons who arrived after us. The line inside wasn't long because by the time you're done paying/tipping your order is already ready. There were probably so many flavor & topping options, but after sampling the cookie butter daily special it was a NEED. I'm also a diehard rainbow sprinkles girl, so I went with the easy choice. If I hadn't been exhausted I would have spent extra time figuring out the other toppings like fruit. read more

Adele's Frozen Custard - Neon sign - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Excelsior, Minnesota

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I have wanted to go to Adele's forever after hearing amazing things. I had heard about the flavor calendar and highly recommend looking at this and the menu so that you know what you want prior to arriving. When I arrived at Adele's the drive thru was full and they were taking orders car by car instead of at the window to make service quicker. There was some minimal seating but the drive thru seemed the way to go. The banana cream pie was the flavor of the day and was amazing! It had bananas, whipped cream, and vanilla wafers in a banana pudding custard. Already planning my next visit here! read more

Adele's Frozen Custard - Banana Cream Pie - Small (Kids Size) - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Excelsior, Minnesota

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We've tried HARD to love this local place but honestly it nevertheless always disappoints. Got the flavor of the day and it honestly just tastes like plain vanilla. Also got the "concrete" but even after multiple reminders, they still got our order wrong. We received 2 melted pints with a tiny bit of topping at on top.... not at all mixed. Employees were pretty nice but completely messed up our order after reassurance it was correct. Honestly just go to licks unlimited or Culver's. read more

Adele's is a MUST visit if ever near Excelsior. Their custard is truly unprecedented. They have a new flavor of the day each day (sometimes even 2) and typically differently flavored frozen yogurt. You can also get concrete mixers or sundaes that are to die for. Their waffle cones are freshly made and impeccable. Additionally, their custard pies, specifically the chocolate raspberry truffle one is a huge hit at any party or gathering. They tend to always be pretty busy but get orders out fast and also have a drive through which is great! It's located in just a quaint house turned custard shop right off of highway 7 and very conveniently located. I truly cannot speak highly enough about how amazing Adele's is. Try out just a simple vanilla dish with the cookie dough on top (literally incredible), the flavor of the day, or truffle Sunday - you can't go w read more

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Great Custard!! This was so good! I am in Minnesota visiting family and was so excited to get custard at Culvers. We decided to try Adeles and it was so incredibly good!! Loved it and would definitely go back!! It's very busy and can get a bit hectic un the parking lot. Not a lot if room inside or outside. read more

Adele's Frozen Custard - blueberries sundae - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Excelsior, Minnesota

What an absolute treat! And it has a drive through? What else could you possibly want?! I got the turtle sundae and now I have dreams of it. Despite it being swirled with caramel and fudge, topped with candied pecans and whip with the cherry on top of course, the vanilla custard itself does not taste overly sweet. In fact, it's just perfect! Wish I lived in the area to try more flavors. The service is quick, the ladies were so nice. Quaint little town must-have! read more

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I love ice cream and this place did not disappoint I got toffee almond ice cream with cookie dough and let me tell you they do not skimp on the cookie dough mine was piled high with it and it was delicious. I probably would get a different flavor though because toffee almond was a bit plain, however it did have real toffee pieces in it which was nice. The small size is also a pretty large amount so would totally recommend! read more

Adele's Frozen Custard - Toffee almond with cookie dough - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Excelsior, Minnesota

My friends and I tried quite the variety here and everyone was satisfied! The cookie dough is excellent, and you definitely get what you pay for. It tastes like "real" cookie dough that you would buy from the store, not just the tiny morsels of "cookie dough" that you typically find elsewhere. You can actually taste the chocolate chips, and they add a nice texture as well. Definitely a cool spot to check out if you're nearby. All of the people working were kind and efficient; they even have a drive thru window! There is pretty limited indoor seating but a decent amount outside. It's the perfect Summer spot read more

Adele's Frozen Custard - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Excelsior, Minnesota

We came really close to closing time, so this may have skewed my decision. Overall, they had very limited frozen custard options, but they had a ton of toppings - which was good. The servers were nice. I think you can either walk in or drive through it. Not a huge spot- so not a ton of seating inside or outside. Definitely pricier, but not as deserved in my opinion. read more

Wonderful! The custards are incredible. Service staff is very polite and professional. I absolutely recommend the Turtle Pie. Generous size and good for 8-10 nice slices at only $27, it's a real deal. Actually, it's good for about 6 to 8 of my visits to the freezer at night. read more

First time here! Huge deck in the front part of the building. Smaller space on the inside. I was confused at first with what to order but the worker was really helpful and guided me through ordering my ice cream. It was delicious and they give you loads of toppings! read more

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YUM! We love this place. They have a flavor of the day calendar that we usually plan our ice cream trips around. They are definitely the star of the show at Adele's. You can drive through or walk up. But they are FAST! A small is a big portion in my opinion so when I want a true small I order the kiddie size :) read more

Adele's Frozen Custard - Kiddie grasshopper flavor of the day - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Excelsior, Minnesota

A great stop in excelsior to treat yourself. I'm not a huge soft serve person so giving it 4 stars but for the portion, the friendly staff, and many many options to choose from this is a hit! Perfect for any age - old and young! read more

Adele's Frozen Custard - Vanilla with cookie dough and peanut butter cup Chocolate with cookie dough and Oreo - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Excelsior, Minnesota

Some of the best frozen custard. They do not skimp on mix ins. Piling it high as a mountain on top of the cup. I swear I get a lb of PB Cups in a small concrete read more

Adele's is a cute summertime treat spot! Adele's is an old house turned custard spot, with lots of great patio seating and a great crowd. Great ambiance! Parking lot is small and many signs limit parking to 1 hour. Drive through and the line inside is very fast - there's tons of employees who are scooping and taking orders. Adele's has two flavors of the day made every morning in addition to vanilla and chocolate. There are also shakes, mixers, and more! All of the custard is made in house and is delicious. read more

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Love this place so much! Easy drive through with options of either their standard concretes or their flavor of the day. Traditionally go with their oreo concrete which is as good as anywhere else I have had. Staff is fast and friendly and this place is a great summer treat. Check it out and support this local gem!! read more

Frozen Custard just may be my new favorite ice cream! It's THAT good! Definitely underrated - who knew frozen custard would be this tasty?! They have so many options, it was hard to narrow down what to get - however, I ended up settling on the Turtle. I replaced the nuts with their home made cookie dough and oh, it was so worth it. I've heard people rave about their cookie dough and the compliments are valid - it was perfect in every way. And they serve a lot of it ! Not only that, but the Vanilla custard on its own was just divine. Super creamy, softer than ice cream, but still rich and delicious. My husband got the apple caramel one and it legit tasted like apple pie. Apple pie in the summer. Yes, I'm sold! And I hope you are too. Best part of this custard place is that it's a drive thru - so all you do is drive past the window, order, and drive to the nearby lake to enjoy it. It was a nice little date watching the waves of the lake go by, the geese eye the custard, and the ducks with their little ducklings. Their menu was so large, I'm excited to try different flavor options for next time. read more

Adele's Frozen Custard - Turtle (replaced nuts with cookie dough) - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Excelsior, Minnesota

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This was my first time visiting Adele's and I will definitely return! I love getting Dole Whip's when I go to Disney World and they have the Pineapple Dole here! I got a scoop of the Pineapple with a scoop of their vanilla custard. We also got their special Red, White & Blueberry which was vanilla custard with raspberries and blueberries. The cost of 3 dishes came out to 14 dollars which is about normal for an ice cream shop. They were knowledgeable about their custard/dole being gluten free which I appreciated. Their service was quick and very friendly. They have a nice outdoor patio in the summer to enjoy along with a drive thru if you don't want to go in to order. Adele's does have a parking lot attached but it seemed pretty full when we were there. read more

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Best frozen custard I've ever had! It wasn't too sweet like others I've had before. They had quite a few options, I had the hot fudge sundae with banaa and my hubs had the banana split. The workers were all teens and they were super friendly and helpful. Parking spot is small because there is a drive thru (DRIVE THRU FOR FROZEN CUSTARD!! BRILLIANT!). Line went fast though. Wish we had this in the Bay Area. Wish we had better behaved teens with strong work ethic in the Bay Area. LOL! Cause these teens who work here would be a great example. You need to definitely head over to this spot. Great service and the best FROZEN CUSTARD! read more

Drive thru for us- fast, and the custard was divine. One of our absolute favorites. Kids working the window were polite and our custard containers weren't sticky once they arrived. Definitely recommend! read more

Literally the best concretes! My favorite is chocolate with Reese's and cookie dough, they are so generous with the mix ins!

Went to Adele's with my sister recently as a lot of locals recommended the area. They have a dine-in and drive through option; we chose the drive thru, but it's a little chaotic as the line often goes into the parking lot area. They have a lot of custard flavors but only had 5 available the day we went. My sister got the flavor of the day, which was caramel cashew, and I got pomegranate Dole whip. It was good; I was a little sad that they don't have a wide range of flavors available daily but I think it's worth a try and they give you a fairly large portion. The pomegranate Dole whip was okay; if I went back, I would definitely get a custard instead. Overall, not a bad spot if you're craving something cold and sweet on a hot day. Will try and see if I can get indoor seating the next time I go. read more

Adele's Frozen Custard - Caramel Cashew (vanilla, Caramel, Cashews) and Pomegranate Dole whip - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Excelsior, Minnesota

Our favorite place to go for dessert! One of the only places to still have butterscotch malts, which is a family favorite! Such a cute place right in Excelsior and the staff is always super pleasant and eager to serve us. And don't sleep on the pies...especially the pumpkin pie for Thanksgiving! it is to die for! read more

Delicious!! I got the kids size brownie Sunday and it was soo good. Great flavor the brownie was soft just the way I like it. The shop is super cute and small. A few tables inside and more outside during the summer months. The drive threw was packed and made parking a little challenging but we made it in and out. My husband got the butter scotch malt. Also really good the flavors were on point nice and thick not to thin. Service was quick, friendly, and helpful with answering questions. Portions sizes are generous and I could not even finish mine and that was the kids size! Overall cute little spot and recommend for sure. read more

Adele's Frozen Custard - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Excelsior, Minnesota

Fantastic place to go on a warm summer night. Tons of different ice cream creations and two flavors of the day, every day. The cookie dough chunks on the vanilla concrete were enormous! read more

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The barbecue pork sandwich was pretty bad... very thin layer of meat. The bread was so stale it tasted like biting through styrofoam. Custard was pretty mediocre and just tasted like something you could get from Dairy Queen. Would not return unfortunately. read more

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First time here. There was a line for the drive thru but we decided to wait. It went pretty fast. I ordered the butterscotch custard with butterfinger topping. Delish! My friend had the waffle cone which help 3 scoops. She got vanilla and butterscotch with Heath topping. Very good! So happy I finally tried this place read more

Adele's is amazing! The staff is super fun and friendly and I always leave with a big smile on my face. One of my favorite flavors is toffee but it's more of a limited edition flavor. If you see if on the daily menu, grab it because there's nothing like it. If you're feeling like more of a meal, you can't beat the pulled pork sandwich. Everyone leaves happy at Adele's. read more

Ice cream tends to be an enjoyable Gluten free dessert most of the time, so as a Gluten free person, I was excited to have a sweet treat at Adele's. However when I visited Adele's in excelsior, I was extremely disappointed. I asked an employee if the chocolate ice cream was gluten free; a simple flavor, and to my surprise she responded no. So I asked, what do you have that is gluten free? She was able to come up with 3 flavors out of the many on the menu. One was vanilla and the other two were variations of dairy-free strawberry. What is it that Adele's are putting in flavors like Pineapple, Blueberry, and even regular strawberry that makes it not gluten free. I think even the regular customer should be concerned about what they are putting in their body when they eat at this establishment. Do better Adele's. read more

My family LOVES Adele's! They have a daily flavor menu that we check often, and lately some favs have included pistachio, chocolate covered cherry and the classic cookie dough. If you are in the Excelsior area, make sure to visit and enjoy some yummy custard on the patio. We always leave happy with another favorite flavor :) read more

Seasonal frozen custard. Yes. Too excited for a tin roof sundae to try any flavors, but it's worth repeat visits! read more

Adele's Frozen Custard - Tin roof sundae - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Excelsior, Minnesota

The staff are great but the order line where people on foot stay within cars on a drive through line is not convenient nor safe, the pistachio flavor is nothing taste like pistachio, more taste like marsipan only couple of pieces of pistachio with green color, very disappointed and waste of money. read more

Love majority of these ice creams but don't waste your calories on Toffee Coffee or Pirates Booty!!

The cars were all the way out in the road and the wait was probably at least 30 minutes but it was worth it and they were moving everybody along. I decided after waiting that long I could use a little snack when I saw they were offering a pork sandwich special. Everything was wonderfully delicious and they served it with a smile. read more

Went here a few times last summer. There is a small parking lot and the line is usually out the door. Once you get inside the service moves quickly and you have your ice cream in no time. There is plenty of space on the patio and sidewalk to enjoy your sweet treat. I'm a big fan of frozen custard ice cream so I pretty much like everything here. The cookie dough is legit and my husband always get the Reese's. The custard seems to be more creamy than most and it's worth the trip! read more

We have had this place on our list for custard since we moved here.... about 29 years ago. My husband is NO stranger to custard.... he grew up in Milwaukee. He is a connoisseur.... and searches it out. He felt it was very average. The atmosphere is beautiful though. Very nice to sit outside. They have a drive thru also. read more

Adele's Frozen Custard - Very nice outside sitting area - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Excelsior, Minnesota

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We stopped in and thought Adele's was a cute little custard shop. With lots of seating out on the patio and not so much seating inside, it's the type of place that you'd want to stop for a treat and either take your treat outside or take it home in your car. Speaking of cars, there's also a drive-through, so yay. Overall, we liked the custard. Rich, creamy, thick and delicious. They have one of those custard machines churning out custard behind the counter so you know the custard you are eating is fresh. I was also surprised to find a menu of sandwiches and other non-dessert options. Service was fine. Like most ice cream shops, largely teenagers. But proficient and friendly. I think my biggest complaint honestly was that for the money, we got almost no custard. We both ordered a turtle sundae, which came with lots of ooey gooey fudge and caramel, nuts and a generous helping of what I believe was homemade whipped cream. But the actual amount of custard in the sundae was almost non-existent. I'm not sure what it's like when you get just plain custard with no extras, but I couldn't help but think that the "scoops" in our two-scoop sundaes were pretty light. Maybe a fluke, maybe not. We'll have to try it again to know for sure I think. So three stars for now, with room for an upgrade. read more

Adele's Frozen Custard - Turtle sundae - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Excelsior, Minnesota