What an adorable ice cream shoppe! We walked in on a random Saturday afternoon and walked right up to the counter. There were a couple of teenagers working who greeted us warmly and served us swiftly. I had a double scoop of O-O-Oreo & Michigan Pot Hole. The Oreo was the typical cookies and cream you might find at Baskin-Robbins or the grocery store. The Michigan Pot Hole was chocolate ice cream with fudge and chocolate chunks that reminded me of Reese's peanut butter cups. Both were very good. I ordered the adult double, but in hindsight I should've ordered a kiddie scoop. The regular double is way too much. I didn't even eat most of the second scoop. The Michigan Pot Hole was good but it was much too rich. After awhile I started taking out the chocolate chunks. My sister had the Eskimo Kisses, which was coconut ice cream with chocolate truffles and fudge. She also had the Michigan Pot Hole. She didn't like the Eskimo Kisses but enjoyed the Michigan Pot Hole. My godmother had butter pecan on a cone. Again, there was a lot of ice cream but she enjoyed it. A coworker had been telling her to try PJs so she was happy to finally stop in. The location is spacious and clean. We sat outside since the weather was nice. I think it cost $25 for the three double scoops. My sister also gave the two teens serving the ice cream a $5 tip. I'd visit PJ's again in the future for sure. read more

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The service is quick, but they do not seem very friendly. They seemed like they were alright to help me, but towards my fiancé, a little weirded out. The building is cute and tiny, but plenty of seating. The choice of ice cream was a lot, compared to where we are used to, so that is 100% a bonus! Ice cream is good, does melt fast but has a good melting consistency! If we were here longer, we would stop in again! read more

Delicious!! The ice cream at this establishment is ti dir for! If I could have their ice cream for breakfast lunch and dinner, I absolutely would! read more

Tried it for the first time... The ice cream is bland or either too sweet. Go somewhere else...save your money read more

Really hope PJS reopens, excellent ice cream , service, and a great place to see people enjoying their personal time.

This summer ice cream "shop" has completely fabulous ice creams. Cheerful service and lots of flavors, types of cones, shakes, and fancy concoctions. Downtown Manteno on a nice location. read more

Very good ice cream , absolutely delicious. Flavors were incredible, like EVERYTHING else these days, a "little" pricey, but it's a treat!

Very friendly staff when I came in to get ice cream to make a ice cream cake for my son's birthday. The cake was a big success! I posted pictures. read more

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The NICEST bunch of girls that work here. The best tasting ice cream & the largest portion sizes.

Ice cream was delicious, huge scoops! Finished it all, so good!!! Service was fantastic. The place is cute with tables to play checkers. Bigger inside than it looks. Love it, will be going back! read more

I'm not a HUGE ice cream lover, but when I'm in the mood, PJ's always delivers! They have so many choices, which is a definite bonus! Top it off with a stroll down main street or a relaxing sit in the nearby park's fireplace, and I'm in. read more

Great selection of different flavor! Make sure you pay attention to the scoop size! A single scoop is most places double here and we love it! Very affordable as well ! read more

Awesome staff. Down home friendliness. Tasty ice cream and generous portions! This place is equipped with many different flavors, including quite a few non-dairy options. My wife has a dairy allergy so we are blessed to find a place that can accommodate her allergy. We live 25 minutes away but we will be back. You also can't beat the location; perfect place to walk around with your ice cream on a nice day! read more

I could write a really lengthy review on this place (as I have done before) but this time I'll keep it short: The new owners really know what they are doing. Since the purchased pjs about a year ago, Tonya has been changing things for the better. New tables and chairs, a fresh coat of paint, things like that. But the most important thing that has changed is that the fun and welcoming atmosphere has returned. PJs is once again the neighborhood hangout that it used to be. Scout groups and study groups meet frequently, people play cards and board games, and you can even rent the place out for birthday party's and such. (And the ice cream selection is awesome!) I am happy to say that I frequent pjs very often and I plan on continuing to do so. I don't have any reason to stop. Keep up the good work Tonya. read more

Such a fun cute ice cream parlor! They have games and good ice cream! The staff is always sweet and welcoming! Would recommend!

I was passing through and wanted to get my son some ice cream, so we stopped here. The line was long and incredibly slow moving that it was extremely off putting. I considered leaving and watched other people leave. HOWEVER, I can see why people wait. The ice cream is good, the prices are great, and the portions are huge! Very cute ice cream shop. read more

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We love going to Pj's!! All the girls in there are always nice and fast. More than one usually helps us at once which makes it really fast to get our ice cream. I always try something different but this time I got the Tennessee whiskey kind and it really wasn't all that great. I like my old school favorite mint chocolate chip! Anyway it's really not that much money for what you get compared to chain places.. read more

Best ice cream EVER! Better than the ice cream are the owners who are always warm and friendly. Stop by on a Friday night to enjoy card playing while enjoying your sweets! read more

Wonderful mom and pops ice cream parlor - tables to sit down with checkers and other games for family fun - a wide selethe action of ice cream to choose from is a huge plus for me is they have some geared towards those who have allergies this quaint little ice cream parlors ambiance is a line that of the old-time ones and lovely PJs have become a staple in Manteno for many The staff is always kind I highly recommend PJs Great place read more

Great staff and good ice cream. Small town vibe. Great owners that really care for their staff!

Great place to drop in for ice cream! Their serving sizes are huge so start with a small. Friendly and kind staff.

The ice cream flavors and staff are fanomanal, plus the location is amazing would definitely recommend

Very good ice cream, and great people. Kids love going g here when we go to the park. Great neighborhood spot.

I ordered a couple times from PJs during our shelter in place order. They made it super easy to order online and pick up was quick. It's ice cream, how can you go wrong?! read more

I've been here twice and it's amazing! A little while in the wall (literally) so had it not been for a friend I would never have known it existed! Thank you Kate! Great environment, plenty of board games to play, excellent to have a conversation and enjoy ice cream. I switch it up every time. Great selection read more

Love PJ's! So many delicious flavors and you can't beat the prices. Love the fun activities they put together for the kids every now and again too! If I'm bummed about anything, it's the hours. I would love to be able to make a day trip after our park hangs instead of waiting until 4...but overall, going out of our way to go there is always worth it! read more

I consider myself an ice cream connoisseur, and PJs deserves all five stars. I would give them more, if I could. Their chocolate peanut butter cup is my favorite, but I've tried many other flavors and they've all been amazing. They are VERY reasonably priced, as well. Reasonably priced doesn't even cut it, theyre actually really cheap! Five bucks for two huge scoops?! Yes, please! Take it from the ice cream aficionado who is also a broke a$$, you will not be disappointed! read more

Our all time favorite ice cream place. Many flavors and fast friendly service. Paula always has fresh gourmet coffee on, and she makes great chili and soups to warm you on a chilly day. Many evenings you will find families coming in for ice cream and to play some board games. There is often a jig saw puzzle being worked on in the shop that everyone is invited to join in on. During the school year, and especially on weekends, you will find students from Olivet Nazarene University in nearby Bourbonnais, enjoying the friendly confines, ice cream, board games, music, and coffee. Yeah, they feel right at home here in this friendly place. PJ's has great ice cream and a wide variety of flavors to meet anyone's taste requirements. And now she has added Italian Ice for an added treat. The brand of ice cream she carries is smooth and excellent. I can't wait to come back and have some more! And, while all that is find, the best part is that PJ's is a family friendly place to enjoy all of this. You're only a visitor here once - after that you are friends. read more

Headed south to check out the night sky and sought this place out after finding it on google maps. The atmosphere is awesome - Large groups of locals, old, young, skinny, fan, happy, and sad! They have 20+ board games to play, 2 checkers tables, and another 20 puzzles. There is a free cd exchange and books to read too.. Oh back to the reason we went - Starfish and coffee, maple syrup and jam. Buterscotch clouds, a tangerine, and a side order of ham. If you set your mind free baby, .... (oops song stuck in my head) Ice cream and coffee - The iced, mocha latte tasted like an iced mocha latte. It was in a fairly large glass ($3.75). The apple strussel was out of this world good! The grapefruit gelato was not. There are a ton of flavors to try. Definitely worth the trip over if you're headed south out of town. read more

Good ice cream. Good portions. Hubby got the pour over coffee but it was really weak even though he was asked if he wanted it strong and he had replied back enthusiastically YES!!! Friendly service and really nice family atmosphere. read more

Wow, awesome place with great ice cream and super friendly staff. Tonight was our first trip and we instantly said that this place has to be a regular tradition from now on. read more

Love this place! Perfect little mom and pop owned ice cream shop! Super friendly and clean! Can't wait to go back with the kids after soccer! read more

Great ice cream! Never had an issue with anything here! Fun little local ice cream shop.

Best ice cream and flavors. We live in Bourbonnais but come here just for the ice cream and great atmosphere. Definitely recommend the cookie jar!!! read more

Cutest little small town ice cream/coffee shop! Board games, puzzles, great atmosphere of local kids playing checkers on a summer day and seniors hanging out enjoying the company. Tons of flavors to choose from, coffee that will buzz your hair roots (if you order that kind), and an owner that loves people. Worth coming into town for if you're passing by on Interstate 57 or Illinois 50. read more

Stopped by while we were just passing through the town. This little place has the best ice cream and a very friendly atmosphere. The girl at the counter could not have been nicer. Even family members who never eat dessert had to have a cone after they were given a taster spoon. What a gem. No credit/debit though, so bring cash! read more

The ice cream is fantastic and it's a great place to hang out but it is really pricey. I support it because it's a small local business but I wish they would at least have some deals here and there :) read more

Love it. Very cozy, affordable and good ice cream. My girlfriend and I walk here from our house and I am a huge advocate. Unfortunately they don't take credit cards, but very kinds and helpful. Awesome local business. I used to drive all the way to orland park for similar experience. No more! read more

Great place to eat ice cream, and some other treats. They have board games to play for their customers. Cash only, so make sure you got the ATM before you go. read more

The owners are probably the nicest people you will come across. They are thoughtful and treat their customers like family. One thing to remember- CASH ONLY! We have come to learn that when making a trip to PJ's. This establishment is family runned. They have a great selection of ice cream. My son likes to try the nontraditional flavors and has his own combinations that he likes to mix up when we go. If you are eating your ice cream there, you are able to play a board game or put a puzzle together. Such a great place...definitely a secret that needs to be spread. read more