Where to Savor Soft-Serve Ice Cream in Chicago | Eater Chicago

"This legendary soft serve stand in suburban Lincolnwood is, admittedly, outside the boundaries of Chicago proper but its many urban adherents attest that Dairy Star is a destination-worthy attraction. Originally a Dairy Queen, the stand struck out on its own nearly four decades ago and earned a stellar reputation for its lineup of three core flavors: vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry. The toppings selection, however, contains multitudes — patrons can choose from a range of dips (chocolate, peanut brittle, cotton candy, and blue raspberry) and gild the lily with sprinkles, Oreo crumbs, syrups, and candies. Make a day of it and swing by the nearby Bunny Hutch for a round of mini-golf." - Naomi Waxman