The Oldest Operating Dairy Queen In Delaware Has Been Serving Mouthwatering Burgers And Ice Cream For Almost 70 Years
By Will Suphan|Published October 24, 2022
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Will has been living in Arizona off and on for 30+ years in the Phoenix Metro and Tucson areas. He has traveled all over the state as well as having lived all over the Southwest. He's been writing for OnlyInYourState for one year and has previously written for Digital Journal. Will has a passion for travel and writing and combining the two is what he loves most. He loves solo international travel and has been to Thailand, France, Japan, and Cambodia.
Dairy Queen has been around as a franchise since 1940, serving up delicious ice cream confections as well as burgers and fries ever since. The oldest Dairy Queen in Delaware is in Lewes and has been open since 1954, just a few steps away from Lewes Beach. It’s been a community favorite since it opened. With so much history and deliciousness, we’re happy to share this local gem with you.
For 68 years, this Dairy Queen has passed through many hands and been renovated several times, yet has remained in this spot since it opened. It is currently owned by the local Diehl family.
With a menu full of "scrumpdillyishus" treats to choose from, this Dairy Queen will also fill you up with burgers, fish sandwiches, chicken, and much more.
The entrance boasts a collection of photos showing off the history of locals frequenting this location over the decades. A multitude of local events is hosted here keeping the community tight-knit.
The banana split with walnuts is a delectable treat with your choice of toppings. Chocolate and whipped cream is a yummy choice, which you'll scarf down before you know it.
The outdoor benches are a perfect way to savor a delicious shake while getting a view of the ocean waves. It's been a favorite local activity for several generations. Entire families love to gather here to spend time together.
You could walk for about 30 seconds and end up right here at Lewes Beach to soak up the sun, do a bit of body surfing, or just sit and enjoy the ocean view as you happily devour your ice cream.
This is the charming neighborhood that surrounds this Dairy Queen. It looks like an absolutely wonderful place to live and the locals are very proud of their small, beautiful, historic town.
The service here is extremely welcoming and friendly, as it has been since 1954. It's why locals come back again and again. It's a well-loved cornerstone of the Lewes community.
This Dairy Queen is so beloved, it has its own Facebook page. We love the little town of Lewes, and consider it to be one of the best summertime destinations in America. It’s also Delaware’s oldest town! Have you been to Lewes? If so, let us know all about your favorite aspects of it in the comments.
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