Here in Ohio, we’re proud to have some of the best ice cream in the country. (For undeniable proof, follow this ice cream trail.) Consequently, we also have some of the creamiest, tastiest, and thickest milkshakes. The following are eight of what we consider to be the very best milkshakes in Ohio, (listed in no particular order.) The next time you find yourself near these Ohio eateries, you’ll want to stop for a life-changing milkshake that you can thank us for later.

1. Tommy's (Cleveland Heights)
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For more than 45 years, this legendary Cleveland restaurant has been serving up delicious eats and sweet treats that locals and visitors alike can't get enough of. Choose from more than a dozen flavors here and indulge in one of their thick, creamy milkshakes. Tommy's is located at 1824 Coventry Rd., Cleveland Heights, OH 44118. To learn more, visit their website here.
2. Kewpee Hamburgers (Lima)
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Kewpee Hamburgers/Facebook
This signature fast food joint in Lima has three locations that serve up the city's best burgers, french fries, and frosted malts. You can get a large malt for just $2.80. (Pro tip: There's usually a wait at the drive-thru during lunch or dinner time, so we recommend going inside if you're pressed for time.) To learn more, visit their website here.
3. Tom's Ice Cream Bowl (Zanesville)
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Since 1950, Tom's Ice Cream Bowl has served up the area's best homemade ice cream. Its homey, 1950s style makes it a nostalgic stop for many. A milkshake here is life-changing. (Pro tip: If you'd rather order a sundae, do so with nuts. They're freshly roasted in-house, daily.) You'll find it at 532 McIntire Ave., Zanesville, OH 43701. To learn more, visit their website here.
4. Krema Nut Company (Columbus)
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Although you'll find plenty of sweet treats here, (including chocolates, nuts, and gourmet peanut butter and jelly sandwiches), you cannot go wrong with one of their creamy, refreshing strawberry milkshakes. Krema Nut Company is located at 1000 West Goodale Blvd., Columbus, OH 43212. To learn more, visit their website here.
5. Dalton Dari-ette Drive In (Dalton)
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Set in the heart of Wayne County, Dalton Dari-ette Drive In is a must-stop when you're in the area. Serving some of the best milkshakes in Ohio Amish Country, this nostalgic eatery is a true hidden gem. You'll find it at 240 Mill St. S, Dalton, OH 44618. This beloved eatery is open seasonally. To see when they're open for the season, visit their website here.
6. Aglamesis Brothers (Cincinnati)
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Aglamesis Bro's Ice Cream and Candy/Facebook
A beloved Cincinnati gem, this nostalgic ice cream parlor features some of the most amazing treats you'll ever have the pleasure of eating. Come for the milkshakes and leave with a box of candies. Aglamesis Brothers is located at 3046 Madison Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45209 and 9899 Montgomery Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45242. To learn more about this incredible ice cream parlor in Ohio, visit their website here.
7. Young’s Jersey Dairy (Yellow Springs)
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While the freshly made ice cream and mouthwatering milkshakes will certainly entice you to check out this beloved working dairy farm, it’s all the other fun things you can do at Young’s Jersey Dairy that will make you stay awhile. Young’s Jersey Dairy is located at 6880 Springfield-Xenia Rd., Yellow Springs, OH 45387. To learn more about Young's Jersey Dairy, visit their website here.
8. Tony's Coneys (Columbus)
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This locally-owned, humble joint serves exceptional hotdogs and shakes you simply have to try. (For something a little different, try the Black Cherry ice cream shake.) You'll find it at 5266 W Broad St, Columbus, OH 43228. To learn more, visit their website here.

Have you tried any of these milkshakes before? What other choices for the best milkshakes in Ohio would you add to this list? Share your recommendations with us!

For some more delicious ice cream in Ohio, check out our previous article: This Mouthwatering Ice Cream Trail In Ohio Is All You’ve Ever Dreamed Of And More.

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