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Very excited to find out that Cold Stone Creamery is just a few blocks away! I was greeted very friendly by the manager David upon entry. He let me try the sweet cream to make sure I still like it and mixed w/ Oreo and pecans. I can't wait for the summer weather to come and enjoy on my balcony. S/N: Please bring back the amaretto ice cream flavor! read more

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i wish i knew they were having issues with their freezer cus i just wouldn't have ordered. got three cups of soup.

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Girls working behind the counter were very sweet and helpful. Ice cream was good. Inside is really small so more like a grab and go situation, no seating. read more

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Came here after lunch yes and it was perfect. I got the boo batter which is dyed a version of the cake batter ice cream. My friend got the strawberry blonde and my other friend got the coffee ice cream with M&Ms. I love that they were able to let us sample it before we bought. This location didn't have any bathroom so we left and went to the Starbucks nearby. read more

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I basically wasted my money. The store was extremely hot upon arrival and I'm saying like 90 plus. Outside was way cooler. They basically served us soup, the ice cream was so liquidity that we couldn't even enjoy it. I threw it away immediately and the cashier acknowledged how soupy the ice cream was. Bad customer service :( read more

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Camila V.

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Great ice cream and very friendly manager who created a welcoming enviroment! Would 100% go back.

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The manager there gave great service to my friends and I! Plus the ice cream was done well too.

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Very friendly staff! Offered us samples of flavors and gave us good recommendations. Will definitely be back! read more

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David P.

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Great service and clean location. Employees are friendly and tasty treats were had by all. I'll be back.

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Placed an online order for a delivery and as I was placing I put the wrong date and I didn't realize it until I got the confirmation when I realize it was for tomorrow and not Thursday. I was freaking out because there was no way I could tweak the order so I was calling and calling and the phone rang and got disconnected. So I call the 800 number hoping they can get in touch with the store for me to make a correction. Luckey I called again I got this Superstar GM David who answered and explained what happened he was so nice and told me not to worry and that he will take of it, so he just called me on my cell letting me know he was able to change the delivery to happen on Thursday and not tomorrow. David Thank you so much! Top-notch customer service. Can't wait for the ice cream to come, and my employees are looking forward to it! Thanks again, David! :) April read more

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This place is highway robbery at its finest. One - they don't disclose how expensive the ice creams end up being. It cost us TWENTY dollars for a small ice cream and a small shake. We got two signature items with no add ins and it still cost us almost $10 an item. They messed up my ice cream order twice and the shake tasted like watered down milk. Staff was rude and unhelpful. How this place is in business is beyond me. read more

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Spencer M.

Thank you for bringing this to our attention, Ali. We understand that…

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Lina W.

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I never had cold stone everywhere I travel to I see one but never bother to try one till last night I wanted ice cream sooo bad I decided to get on Uber eat and order myself an ice cream from this amazing place everyone talks about.they got here in about 30 mins the ice cream was amazing omg I loved it I had the strawberry blonde with a waffle bowl yum I woke up wanted another one . read more

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Julia A.

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This is one of my favorite ice cream shops to go to because of the friendly employees as well as the good environment. There are so many options of ice cream and milkshakes to choose from and they're all so delicious! Would definitely recommend coming here when in the area read more

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I'm dreading giving 2 stars but David took great care of us after the one female worker made it very clear that they were about to close and she walked to the back and didn't assist us. I work in customer service so it makes me so upset when people that work in my industry are so very unpleasant. We arrived 10 minutes before closing and two of the workers were visibly pissed that we came in for a few scoops of icecream. I highly doubt that I'll ever return. read more

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Mike G.

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The ice cream and toppings are delicious, and the staff is friendly. Couldn't ask for better!

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Rello R.

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Cold stone runs close to oberwise in my opinion. I think they are both equally good. What i like about cold stone that oberwise does not do is the mixing of the ice cream and other sweets. The options are really unlimited. You can pick anything and they will mix it into your ice cream. Im more of a shake guy so i always get the got to have it cake shake which is flat out amazing. Give it a try. Its will be a new favorite. read more

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Nicola P.

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After leaving Jewel-Osco watching lots of people walk by me with cups of delicious ice cream from this place that I've never been, I asked a stranger where Coldstone was, and he kindly told me I was only a few feet away from it....I raced around up and down, right and left, and finally wondered in at 9pm, the newest in a loooong line of ice cream fanatics. There were two people on staff and they were working as fast as they could, so we didn't have to wait very long. I counted at least ten topping options, but I wants to keep it simple and tasty...All I could think of was my Sea Salt Caramel Cream with Double Pecans in a Chocolate dipped Waffle Cone cup and "I Loved It" I also love that the ice cream stayed frozen for my twenty-five minute bus ride home. I'm delighted I found the hibachi of ice cream and will be back any given sundae for this specific cone... read more

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Jimi H.

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Just had Cold Stone's innovative cone bowl ice cream I was apprehensive at first wondering how am I gonna eat this cone that has been wedged in a bowl I'm not sure about the total science behind it but I miraculously scarfed it all down. Because Mr Jimi's dad didn't raise no quitter My girlfriend/life partner helped herself to some of my cake batter batter batter. "Hey if you wanted your own fries you should've ordered some" And while I'm at it, you should always get car fries when you go through a drive thru. Those the fries you eat on the way home. Then you have the other order of fries to have with the rest of the meal. Not my idea but I wanna spread the word Like it. Love it. Gotta have it. 5 stars read more

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Deez P.

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God damn, fellas. I was here tonight. They ran out of milkshakes. Did you just reread that, thinking you must have misread it? You read it correctly. An ice cream place that ran out of milkshakes! Worse, they had no signs indicating they were out. They just let people wait in line. Just shut down. Seriously, you're not smart enough to run an ice cream stand. What could you be out of if you ran out of milkshakes? Cups? Milk? Looks like other reviews are bad, too. Why doesn't a district manager just shut this place down? It seems like it is doing SC more harm than good. Oh well. Good luck. read more

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Denise G.

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When entering the building the employees greeted and treated me with respect and their store was very organized. They knew exactly what I wanted and what options they had and I definitely recommend coming here! read more

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Christina B.

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This place caused an absolute nightmare, which began when I saw the ice cream cake that I ordered. The lettering was completely off--it looked like "Happy Birthday" was written, not in cursive, but in horror font. Also, the (minimal) Oreos on the cake were broken. Shame on the employee selling the cake, and shame on the company for not properly training their employees how to write cake icing. I was simply mortified with the cake. read more

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Beth G.

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Great location but the staff here was not all that friendly. The location did not strike me as the most updated or clean either. read more

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I am trying not to brag (I am totally bragging) but I made the absolute best ice cream / topping combination that has ever blessed this earth. Ok ok ok hear me out...I did banana ice cream as the base, then got pounded in (that's what she said) double Oreo, peanut butter and threw in some rainbow sprinkles for a little razzle dazzle. The 4 mins I spent eating it was the best 4 mins of my life. read more

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Pretty good, we got the strawberry cake batter + cheesecake ice cream and watermelon ice cream read more

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It's good ice cream. Why are people hating on cold stone! You get to customize your ice cream with fun toppings and even get to mix flavors! It's hard not to love cold stone! I'm upset there aren't more locations in Chicago. read more

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Victor C.

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I was amazed at how kind, fun, courteous, and accommodating the staff is. I do suggest ordering ahead. The Saturday evening I went... there was a small line outside. read more

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Benjamin S.

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Absolutely fantastic experience! Awesome Ice cream with the service to match! BEST ICE CREAM IN CHICAGO!! read more

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Allison Z.

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There are so many options -- it's a little bit overwhelming. After much deliberation, I got the flavor with cake batter ice cream and Oreos mixed in. I have to admit that the ice cream is good, but it is very expensive for what it is. I would definitely consider it a rare treat more than a go-to spot. read more

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Nidia O.

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We were in the area and decided to walk over and get some ice cream after dinner. This was Sunday, August 13th. The line was pretty long but hoping it would go by quick as there was 2 young guys working and plus, it was expected on a warm summer night in the downtown area of Chicago. Waited probably 10min or so. Still I was ok with that and my kids and hubby were outside waiting but enjoying the weather. Ordered 2 create-your-own ice creams and an Oreo shake... got my ice creams, paid, and then the young guy who was attending me walked away to attend someone else... I think he forgot I also ordered a shake... I was like wtf (in my head) but being as nice as I am, I wasn't gonna make him look dumb in front of a long line of people. I simply kept eye contact w him and as he rung that customer out, he saw me look at him and said "oh, I knew I was forgetting something" and he started making the shake FINALLY that took a few more minutes. When he handed it to me, he just said "sorry about that" and I walked out. So I gave this location 2 stars since I did eat the ice cream. read more

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For starters, there were two people working behind the counter and only three patrons in the store. The one female employee neglected the patrons while the one male employee waited on everyone. The staff were unpleasant and not service oriented. The whipped cream cost $.98 for (kid you not) a small dollop. I ordered a small "like it" with nothing additional and it was $7.71!!! Outrageous price for discourteous service and extremely small portions! I would not recommend. read more

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Adam S.

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Worker was extremely rude and yelled at us multiple times. He fulfilled several NEW online orders while we were waiting to order IN PERSON. Never coming back! read more

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Went here twice. The music was a little inappropriate but the girls turned it down as soon as a cuss word popped out. Your average Creamery store other than that. Hours are good. Place was not clean but appeared to have had a busy day. It didn't look bad to me or make me want to leave. As far as the ice cream, it was great. read more

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Similar to the other review here, I watched the worker yell at a family of four in front of me. He was adamant that new online orders were more important that in person orders. This guy had an awful attitude and the audacity to talk down to a family. read more

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An incredible chain with this single rotten apple. And since yelp requires more characters to post, I will add this: Go Bears!

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The staff was very rude and unpleasant. The ice cream was very melted and the serving size was terrible for what they usually do. We bought 2 "like it" sized ice creams and they were nowhere close to each other in size. It was a very disappointing visit. read more

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Sucks no Customer satisfaction or communication skills. You never say oh it wasn't me who made your order it was another worker. First off you are suppose to be a team not point fingers at one another. read more

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I purchased a gorgeous cake shown on the website as a birthday gift to my friend. What I got is the totally opposite. It seems like the strawberry on the surface were taken and covered with the "interesting-looking" handwriting! I purchased the cake shown below but I did not get what I paid for.i was very unsatisfied and I doubt I'll go back and purchase another cake from this place. read more

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Server today was beyond! So upbeat and hospitable. I came on here just to make sure he was properly recognized. 5 stars all around. read more

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Visited the store on a Friday night around 10pm. The shop was empty when we walked in but filled up quickly. The staff was very friendly and eager to assist customers and let patrons try flavors before committing to an order. While one staff member rang up my order, another asked about my day and gave me a coupon for a future visit. The ice cream was delicious and flavorful as usual and the portion sizes were generous. An overall great visit and a welcome addition the the neighborhood!! read more

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The manager wouldn't let me redeem the Yelp offer ($7 for 2 Like It's), which was the reason we went. 2 Like It's at full price we're $14. She said they don't work with yelp, but she proceeded to give me a coupon for the exact same offer to use next time. The ice cream was good, but I don't think there will be a next time... read more

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More info about Cold Stone Creamery

20 W Ohio St
Chicago, IL 60611
Near North Side
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(312) 877-5773
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https://www.coldstonecreamery.com

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What time does Cold Stone Creamery open?

Cold Stone Creamery opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Cold Stone Creamery close?

Cold Stone Creamery closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Cold Stone Creamery closes at 11:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu, Sun 11:00 AM - 9:00 PMFri-Sat 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

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Does Cold Stone Creamery take Bitcoin?

No, Cold Stone Creamery does not take Bitcoin.

Does Cold Stone Creamery take credit cards?

Yes, Cold Stone Creamery takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Cold Stone Creamery have catering options?

Yes, Cold Stone Creamery does have catering options.

Indoor Amenities

Does Cold Stone Creamery allow dogs?

No, Cold Stone Creamery does not allow dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Cold Stone Creamery have bike parking?

Yes, Cold Stone Creamery has bike parking.

Does Cold Stone Creamery have parking?

Yes, Cold Stone Creamery has parking options. Garage Parking, Street Parking

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Is Cold Stone Creamery wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Cold Stone Creamery is wheelchair accessible.

Does Cold Stone Creamery have free WiFi?

No, Cold Stone Creamery does not have free WiFi.

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2.6 mi•Wicker Park, West Town

Concrete

Mocha Snicker Madness and Trail Mix Concretes

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PB&J Concrete regular

Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams

4.6(761 reviews)

(4.5) ~ Very Good Overall ice Cream Shop…read more MENU: ** Standard: 1/2 scoop of Campfire S'Mores + 1/2 scoop of Buttercream Birthday Cake on their "exclusive" Buttercrisp Waffle Cone = (4.5) Very Tasty!

Long line, opted for the dairy free option…read more Line organization could use some work inside. Overall, good flavors. Be prepared to wait at least 20-30 minutes during peak hours.

Peppermint Patty (v) and Banana Bread Pudding (v)

Salted Licorice and Bombastix

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Lots of flavors to try

26th Street Sugar Shack

4.3(252 reviews)

3.3 mi•Bridgeport

I ordered the butter pecan ice cream on a waffle cone, and it was absolutely delicious! The ice…read morecream was rich, creamy, and full of flavor, and the waffle cone was perfectly crunchy. The flavor of the cone complemented the butter pecan ice cream so well--it was the perfect combination! There's normally a wait, but on this particular day, I walked right up and was greeted with a smile. The friendly service made the experience even better. I truly enjoyed my visit and will definitely be back!

I think I have to give this place another chance. I got the red velvet funnel cake which came with…read morecream cheese icing and it was huge for $8. That's a great price compared to what you have to pay at a fair. The only problem was that the flavor seemed a little off. Or the texture. I'm not completely sure. I have to come back and try something else. They have a ton of options and at very reasonable prices. I'm gonna try and come back and maybe try a normal funnel cake next time I'm in the neighborhood.

26th Street Sugar Shack . 630 W 26th St, Chicago, IL Ice Cream Milk Shakes Italian Ice Famous Funnel Cake Sundae . Cool!

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A sign that the weather will eventually change

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Emily C.

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8

1

11 months ago

Cold Stone Creamery on Ohio St. is a great spot to satisfy your sweet cravings! The ice cream is rich, creamy, and customizable with tons of fun mix-ins. The staff was friendly and worked quickly even though it was busy. The store can get a bit crowded, especially on weekends, but the quality makes it worth the wait. Prices are a little high, but the portions are generous. Overall, a delicious treat and a nice experience. read more

Johnny H.

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179

4 years ago

Your average cold stone creamery. It's clean and you are quickly served. The employees are a little aggressive and eager to serve you though. But after trying better ice shops I realize that cold stone quality is not good, your average grocery store ice cream is better than this. Used to love it here and trying it years later, I'm not a fan. Go to Jeni's. read more

Solt Squad J.

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8 months ago

it was good, but the methe is not the same anymore lol but it is a great song for sure I love the music of that one song too but it was so much better when it came to music I love the way you guys do it. read more

Tam B.

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5

7

6 years ago

We order Everybody's once a week. Unsure what's the right ratio, but I found one lonely Oreo in 48oz of ice cream.

Rose D.

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4 years ago

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Thom G.

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3

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6 years ago

A little expensive, but yummy!

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