Ice cream season has officially begun! With it comes the reopening of many of Minnesota’s most charming seasonal restaurants. Many of these spots are decades old. They’ve stood the test of time thanks to their delicious offerings that have kept generations of people coming back for more. These eateries are found in every corner of the state. But today, we want to talk about one of our favorites in central Minnesota. Tip Top Dairy Bar in Osakis, Minnesota, is not only completely charming. But they also have amazing food, including some of the best ice cream cones in the state.

Tip Top Dairy Bar is a neighborhood ice cream shop in the small town of Osakis, Minnesota. Address: 22 West Nokomis Street, Osakis, MN 56360.
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On warm days, Tip Top draws big crowds. Though it has changed hands over the years, this place has been a neighborhood staple for decades.
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The restaurant first opened in 1955, more than 60 years ago. Many choose to eat inside the small restaurant...
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...but most order from the walk-up window. There are picnic tables nearby where visitors can enjoy their food in the sun.
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Speaking of food, Tip Top is known for its all-American classics. Burgers, hot dogs, and chicken strips are on the menu. They go great with the perfectly crisp fries.
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The food is great, but many come to Tip Top just for the ice cream. Shakes and cyclones - similar to DQ Blizzards or McDonald's McFlurries - are loaded with great toppings.
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But the cones are great, too! They highlight Tip Top's most famous menu item - its delicious soft serve ice cream.
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Whether you get chocolate, vanilla, or twist, it's sure to delight. You can even get your cone dipped in crunch, chocolate, butterscotch, or cherry. That's why their ice cream has been named among the best in Minnesota!
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Have you ever been to Tip Top Dairy Bar? For more information, check out their website. And for more great summertime restaurants, take a look at our list of 11 of the best seasonal restaurants in Minnesota.

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