Locals Don’t Mind Waiting In Line For The Fresh Frozen Custard At This Illinois Stand
The Midwest is known for its fresh frozen custard, and there’s a stand in Maryville, Illinois that must make the best because the lines outside seem to never end. Cool off on a hot summer day with the best dairy treats in the Land of Lincoln.
You’ll never forget a visit to this vintage spot. Scroll on for more details.
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Bobby's Frozen Custard has been a southern Illinois favorite since 1990. This marvelous custard stand is all about old-fashioned ways of making its cold dairy treats and novelties.
On the hottest days, you can expect to find a line outside this fresh frozen custard stand. Locals don't mind waiting in line for the treats sold here though.
This popular spot uses a traditional technique of custard-making that ensures not too much air gets into the mix. Using a special recipe, it is all made by machine to ensure the best quality.
When it comes to toppings, you'll find everything from hot fudge, caramel, marshmallow, whipped cream, and peanut butter to sprinkles, M&Ms, pralines, cashews, salted pecans, cashews, and fruits.
There are also pre-designed sundaes, soda, floats, and vintage classics like the banana split and dreamsicle shake. You'll have to come back time and again to try them all.
Bobby’s Frozen Custard is open Sunday through Thursday between 11:30 a.m. and 10 p.m. as well as Friday and Saturday between 11:30 a.m. and 10:30 p.m., and you can get more details on its website or Facebook page.
Address: 2525 North Center Street, Maryville, IL, 62062
If you’ve ever tried the fresh frozen custard at this stand, we’d love to hear from you. Please share your experiences and photos with us below in the comments.
An Illinois transplant who grew up and went to school in Indiana for 22 years, Elizabeth holds a BFA in creative writing and has enjoyed traveling across the country and parts of Europe. She has visited half of the states, as well as parts of Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean, and regularly travels home to the Hoosier State to see friends and family. With more than five years of writing experience, Elizabeth’s articles have been featured on several websites, and her poetry and short stories have been published in multiple literary journals.
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