Head down Washington and 6th in Monticello and you may see some of the most traffic in town. Why? Because it's the home of the Sycamore drive-in. This place is an amazing frozen custard place. It has a popular drive in, but I choose to bypass the line and use the walk up window. There are plenty of picnic tables to sit and enjoy the treats. They also have hamburgers, chicken and other food. For me, I've only had the ice cream. I got a bubba - custard in a cup with a treat mixed in. I like the heath, my daughter picked Oreo. My wife went with a cone. Don't wait too long to come here though. It closes at 9pm. So good! read more

Sycamore Drive In - Heath bubba - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Monticello, Indiana

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The food I have eaten here is delicious, ice cream treats are great, and service is quick given the line is always as long as can be. These workers are wonderful and are always so busy, but work with a smile on their face. read more

Oh, my, my new obsession! If you love old fashioned soda/ice cream fountains, then this is the place for you! Phosphates in every imaginable flavor, green rivers, malts, floats, smoothies and all kinds of ice cream treats. At least 8 hot dog varieties, sloppy joes, BBQ, Italian chicken and beef. The menu is very extensive. I keep wanting to try something new, but I'm so infatuated with the same thing, I've yet to try something new! Long wait during dinner and no inside seating, but SO worth! read more

Sycamore Drive In - Steamed cheeseburger, chocolate phosphate, hot turtle sundae. - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Monticello, Indiana

A local hidden gem for frozen custard! Sycamore has a menu that will make everyone happy- although I recommend the bubbas and fruit chillers. Staff is usually young local high schoolers but always take care of locals and visitors. Service May take a bit from popularity but is worth it! Drive through or seating outside if you want read more

The ice cream treats are always delish and the service is fast and friendly. There is also plenty of outdoor space to eat at or the drive up window is a quick option as well. A great place to bring your family for a bite or an afternoon treat. read more

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The food itself was kind of disappointing but the frozen custard is delicious. had the mint chocolate chip flavor of the day with hot fudge. Excellent! My husband had a peanut butter shake. For food, I had nachos and he had a hot ham and cheese. The nachos were just basic like stadium nachos and the chips were sort of stale. The hot ham and cheese just seemed like it had been microwaved for a few seconds, not even grilled? Prices are reasonable though so overall happy with this visit. read more

Best frozen custard I've ever had so smooth and tasty my fav is Butter Pecan! You'll see a line of cars every time you go there but, it's a good sign worth the wait and service is great!!! read more

Amazing ice cream. I just love this place been coming here a long time. All the staff is friendly and sweet at the treats. The food is great to. I'm just sad it's not open later and on Monday's . Lol read more

Stopped in for some shakes/malts and was surprised by the offerings at this little drive in ice cream shop. They had many options for ice cream delights and great mix of food if you are hungry for something more. read more

A Monticello staple. Essential summer treats. Everyone is always so helpful with answering questions about their extensive menu.

Best ice cream ever. My friend, Brian Howard (local resident of Monticello) took us there. I hadn't had ice cream in over a week (lactose intolerant) but it was so good. Had to use my epi pen but strongly recommend this spot! read more

Sycamore is a must try! My family has been going here for years, and it never disappoints. They make their own frozen custard and it is so good! Their chocolate malts are amazing, but you really can't go wrong with any of their ice creams. I've never tried their food, so I don't know how it is. This place is a Monticello institution, and I hope it stays around for a long time. read more

Visited this place for the first time. Prices were pretty reasonable. Butter pecan custard was awesome. We came here because if the reviews and I am glad that I read them. We were not disappointed. Everyone got what they wanted. They order was correct. And the wait time was minimal. This will definitely be a regular stop when we come through. It is hard to find and signage is not great. It's across the street from Walgreens and behind the bank. You can see Walmart from their parking lot. It is for sure a gem of a find. All the locals know where it is at. read more

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Great custard and fabulous prices! They have a huge variety of treats to choose from.

This place is a must when you're in Monticello, Indiana. We always come here for custard when visiting a family member who lives nearby. Get their big Bubba, similar to a blizzard, and add whatever extras you like. read more

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I really, really want to love this business since The Delta Cone changed hands and went downhill from there. Sycamore Drive In has a menu as large as any diners', except that 80% of the offerings are ice cream concoctions and desserts which is what all great menus should look like. I don't think they've raised the prices since 1980, and they may have made up the names of most of these concoctions back then too because I have no idea what most of them are. It would help if there were brief descriptions after each bizarre name. The location is terrible. It's behind the Bank of Wolcott on 6th Street on a tiny side street. It's a non-descript, little, white shack. If not for the menu posted out front, I couldn't even guess what kind of business it was. In fact, the only reason I came upon it was because the lady behind the counter at Wendy's told us they didn't have any chocolate malts, but we should try Sycamore Drive In's because she's such a huge fan of theirs. Then, she was kind enough to direct us. There was only two staffers behind the order window, and they weren't particularly prompt to get to the window. Once they do acknowledge you and start taking your order, they are very nice and surprisingly quick. The chocolate malt was the maltiest malt we've ever had. It stayed frozen for an hour. I scarffed down my strawberry shortcake with vanilla ice cream, whip cream and cherry on top. I can't wait to go back and try some lunch and another ice cream dessert. read more

The best chocolate ice cream & black raspberry shakes! Our favorite place to get 1 scoop cups for parties/ events too! And - you can't go and not get a lemon shake up! read more

When I'm in Indiana this is a must place to go. The best custard I've ever ate. If your in Monticello this is the best place to eat ice cream. Love peanut butter bubba!!! Mmmmmm!!!! read more

Simply the best frozen custard on the planet. I have been all over and nothing compares to the texture and flavor of Sycamore Chocolate Froze Custard. Buy 2 gallons and stock your freezer. read more

Been wanting to check this place out since we stumbled on it last year. I'm disappointed in it that they call this custard. My family is from Wisconsin so we know good tasting custard. Very good, friendly people working there though. read more

Chip-wiches!! They are so good - chocolate chips in chocolate ice cream between two chocolate chip cookies! Every ingredient is delicious. They are also great to take a few extra home to keep in the freezer! read more

This is easily my favorite local ice cream spot, nothing in the area even compares. The ice cream is homemade and always fresh. I love the shakes and the German chocolate bubba (their version of the blizzard) is great. Give this place a try if you are in the area. read more