Best Ice Cream in Chicago
2 restaurants compared
Price range: $12.00 – $12.00
Avg recommendation: 88%
Top 2 Ice Cream in Chicago (Quick Answer)
Based on diner recommendations across 2 restaurants:
- ESMÉ, (Lincoln Park)
- The Bristol — 88% recommended, $12.00 (Bucktown)
Scroll down for detailed comparisons, prices, and diner tips for each restaurant.
All 2 Restaurants Compared
#1
ESMÉ
Lincoln Park·$$$$
Mother of Pearl
White sweet potato ice cream topped with osetra caviar.
Tip: This course appears regularly as a savory-sweet intermezzo. The pop of caviar against the creamy ice cream is a textural delight.
#288% recommend
The Bristol
Bucktown·$$$
Sweet Corn Ice Cream Cone
$12.00
Fresh corn ice cream in a crispy cone with seasonal toppings.
Tip: This dessert is Instagram-famous for good reason — it's delicious, unique, and a perfect ending to a savory meal.