Upon arrival in Milwaukee, I promised the kids: The best part about traveling? The ability to say YES to something totally crazy that would never be allowed during the normal routines of home. I was so excited to finally show them the gold standard during our trip. We’ve tried (and failed) to find the good stuff down in the Carolinas so they’ve tasted mediocre substitutes. My girls had no solid memories of visits to Kopp’s but they are familiar with frozen custard. Our favorite location just happens to be conveniently located up the street from my parents’ place in Brookfield. I have loved many frozen custard stands in Wisconsin but Kopp’s reins supreme. You know you’ve found a good spot to buy it when the only flavor options on the menu include vanilla, chocolate, and one or two “Flavors of the Day” which rotate throughout the month. It is best served fresh from a local stand and an absolute staple of summer in Wisconsin. For weeks I’ve looked forward to finally enjoying it after 4 years of missing out.įrozen custard is a richer, creamier, smoother ice cream than anything you’ll find on the grocery store shelves. Knowing this road trip was coming up more quickly by the day, my memories of our visits to Kopp’s Frozen Custard in Milwaukee started taunting me with my favorite frozen treat of all time. Nightly text from me in reply: “Yes, a Kopp’s Turtle Sundae.” Grab a spoon…because you’ll want to dig in immediately.Nightly text from Tim: “Heading home, do you need me to stop and get anything?” It’s.sinful…in an amazing, rich, delicious way. For a business to last this long…you know it’s more than good. This landmark is worth standing in line for one of the flavor’s of the day…or just the plain vanilla or chocolate. But…speaking from experience here…I really recommend trying Kopp’s Frozen Custard. If you happen to be in the Milwaukee area, check out one of the three top frozen custard places. I loved standing at my table, people-watching, and spooning down my frozen treat. And the setting was so space-agey…while still maintaining a bit of a drive-in/diner vibe. I thought I had the absolute best before…but this blew it all away. The taste of this custard truly is unmistakable. Well, this was one of the richest, decadent frozen treats I’ve indulged in. And we all know how much I love frozen treats anyway. This was full of rich, deep chocolate flavor, loaded with peanuts, and dark chocolate chunks. I raved about the one I had in Minnesota…but this was above and beyond. ($2.29)Īnd yum doesn’t even really begin to cover the smooth, rich, creaminess of this frozen custard. Um…no guess as to which one my roommate and I decided to get. Mint Chip and Chocolate Peanut Butter Chocolate. This became known as the “Flavor of the Day” and is still put in affect today.Īnd when we stopped in, there were two additional flavors today. And, as a little bit of trivia here, Kopp’s was the first to offer something other than the standard vanilla and chocolate frozen custards. What has brought longevity to their business? The great, unmistakeable taste of their custard. And Kopp’s Frozen Custard is truly a staple to the Milwaukee area.įounded in 1950, Kopp’s Frozen Custard is a true landmark in the Metro-Milwaukee area. Now, I had been browsing Travel Channel and other sites and when it comes to frozen custard, Milwaukee is the place to be. And there…as if a indulgent oasis suddenly appeared before us, we saw a beacon known as Kopp’s Frozen Custard. And as we were headed to a Half Price Books, we suddenly realized we were hungry. Why simply? Because it is a rich, decadent, but simple treat.Īfter a long day on the road and hitting up the race expo to pick up my packet for the Rock and Sole Half and Quarter Marathon tomorrow, my roommate and I hit the town for some shopping. I totally blame my friend, Heather, for my newest fascination with frozen custard. Restaurant: Kopp’s Frozen Custard, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Kopp’s Frozen Custard, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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