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Kilwins
5226 S Harper Ave, Chicago, IL 60615, United States
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Ar
Review №1

Kilwins has good ice cream and fudge. On our recent visit we have got the blueberry ice cream (picture) which was good reminded me of black currant ice cream me and brother used to like as kids. So big thumbs up there. Other times we have tried pistachio, butter pecan, etc. Pistachio is a big let down here. This is the reason for a lower rating as pistachio is my my favorite flavor of ice cream / gelato.

El
Review №2

A taste of home! I believe they get their ice cream from Michigan. Anytime I need Superman or Blue Moon ice cream, I know Kilwins is the place to go. They have tons of chocolate/fudge options too. The chocolate covered Oreos are another favorite.

A
Review №3

WENT IN....INSTANTLY Started looking at all the goods....im picking picking picking....checking out....total popped up...Im like WAIT...is this black owned & she like yes....oh ok ill swipe 🤣😂🤣😂...left out...got in the car & took a bite of the caramel shortbread....LAWDDDD that $120 was worth it!! I will be back but I aint spending all dat mula next time this place a have you going nuts....DELICIOUS!

Fe
Review №4

So, I was walking by this little shop and happened to look through the window and caught a glimpse of fresh, yummy confections! I immediately made a beeline to check it out. Once inside, I was in chocolate bliss. There were so many options to choose from but I decided to grab the Pecan Snapper and the Cashew Snapper since that is what caught my eye through the window. They were delicious! The ingredients were so fresh. If youre in the neighborhood and in the mood for a treat, stop by. You wont be disappointed.

Dr
Review №5

There is a nice variety of fresh chocolate. Almond Crunch bar was my favorite. The customer service was awesome. Will definitely be back

Da
Review №6

Nice employees but the caramel taste like cheese

Te
Review №7

Great place with great items that are always fresh. Black owned which I love and the staff is always friendly. They cover taffy apples, some of the best turtles around and a phenomenal selection of ice cream. Go for the chocolate covered Oreos! 😉

Ta
Review №8

I looooovvvvvveeeee this place!! They have the best everything!!!

Ph
Review №9

Kilwins Hyde Park Ice Cream is decadent. I had the Pistachio almond and it was divine and the peanut caramel apple. On top of that, their customer service is awesome! Thank you. See you soon!

Le
Review №10

The line is usually long and for good reason. Everything Ive tried has been delicious! The service is good and fairly quick.

Br
Review №11

Delicious desserts! Stopped in this weekend...I always get the caramel apple, so fresh and scrumptious. Everything is pretty pricey but the quality makes it worth it. Highly recommend you give them a try.

Ni
Review №12

Love it. Im so hooked on Cake Batter Ice cream they call me the cake batter lady. Everything in this store is so delicious 😋. If your in Chicago please check out this sweet spot. Its one of hyde park hidden Gems.

Do
Review №13

Wish I could review every item in this candy shop. My 1st item was the Snapper. A much larger version of turtles. Very well balanced, not too sweet, with loads of pecans. I also had the almond bark. I nibbled for days because I didnt want it to end. Today 3/28/21, I got the peanut butter fudge. Its so so sooooo creamy. It literally melts in your mouth. Stay tuned lol

Ni
Review №14

I tried the salted Carmel and Chocolate ice cream and it was creamy and rich. I could taste caramel in every bite. I felt instant joy. I’ll most certainly be back.

Si
Review №15

The Turtle taffy apple is the best! Great customer service.

It
Review №16

I was so excited to finally visit. Kilwins. I got them chocolate cashew caramel which was good my daughter had cookies and cream. She loved it. But the blue moon was horrible Mt daughter took one bite a threw the rest away. I was so disappointed. Was it of my hard earn money. But on the bright side everything else was great. The pecans turtles was good and the pecans apples were also good. I will definitely return.

Jo
Review №17

Very nice shop -- very courteous and gracious staff and also customers. Plus couple dozen delicious flavors to choose from. Dont miss the waffle cone bowl! Lovely stop on a summer evening!

St
Review №18

Great service. Everything great. Best shakes. Smells so good. Reminds you of willy Wonka and the chocolate factory. Everyone should take the kids there

Ma
Review №19

I’ve been a customer of the location since high school and have always had a great experience with the customer service on top of the quality of the product.I went into the Hyde Park location today and my experience didn’t start off so great. I walked in expecting the usual warm friendly greeting I’m accustomed to receiving when walking into Kilwin’s. Instead I was brushed off multiple times by a younger brown skin male with a ponytail. He was very rude and dismissive and kept putting the load of work off on his coworkers. Luckily the manager (who i remember as a worker from previous years) came out and took over, answered all my questions quickly, you can tell she really new her stuff. She was friendly and social but also very attentive and efficient when it came to getting everyone what they needed and getting the crowd down. I know that this is a great location, I’ve been a customer since a child, I just wish my experience was consistent from start to finish. But I am thankful that someone came along and helped finish it on a good note.

Ti
Review №20

Wonderful and broad selection if you’re in need of a sweet tooth fix.. plenty of chocolate treats, caramels, fudges, nuts, and ice cream to chose from! I personally tried a double scoop of American berry and banana fudge 👌🏽 was not disappointed will be returning, oh and did I mention it’s black owned business!!

Y
Review №21

The ice cream at this location is delicious but beqare that they do not have air conditioning. I went on a hot day and the inside was hotter than outside. The staff tried to move fast to get the line moving but i was just surprised that no a/c was on for such a hot day. Go on a nice day bc the ice cream really is good.

M
Review №22

Seriously the best chocolate almond toffee bar I have ever had! The fudge portions are huge and so tasty. Some of the friendliest staff you will ever meet!

J
Review №23

Good ice cream, great service! The Hyde Park mud flavor was good!

Sh
Review №24

The young man that works the evening shift is the most beautifullist thing Ive seen in a long time! And the candy Is good too

De
Review №25

I absolutely LOVE the Caramel Pecan Apples here for years ......they are hands down the BEST !!! the apples are ALWAYS fresh, crisp and juicy the caramel is just the right amount of sweet and the perfect consistency. Just try it you wont regret it

Ch
Review №26

The are about the same price as Baskin Robbins but WAY farther along in quality and taste. If I could I would give it 6 stars to give you some perspective. And the service is great also.

No
Review №27

Awful overall experience. To start, the staff were confusing and short with us in terms of how to pay. Second (and much more egregious), since I’m allergic to eggs I asked them if their ice cream had eggs. They didn’t seem to even grasp what allergies were, they gave us a description of the ice creams instead if an allergy list and said that there probably wasn’t eggs if it wasn’t on that list. Sure enough, there were eggs, and I was sick for the next 24 hours after eating their ice cream. So disappointed because we went to support a black-owned business, but that was the worst service I’ve ever had in any kind of food place.

Dr
Review №28

Excellent chocolate. The service however need help. The one young man seem to be in demand as the other workers acted as if they could be so bothered by my presence.

Ro
Review №29

I’ve been to the location in navy pier and was very satisfied! So when I found out there was a location in Hyde park that was more accessible for me, I was very excited about it until I didn’t get the same service from the navy pier location. The line was very long and as the one girl tried her hardest to get the line down the manager Andrew just pointed fingers and stood around without even bothering to help. When the young lady asked for help and he granted it, he was extremely rude and nasty. I requested not to even work with him because of the tone and body language he had! When I asked for a sample of ice cream he butted in stating “no samples” and cut his eyes when I wasn’t even talking to him. But the man had a whole shake in his hand. I really loveeee the company and the treats but this guy is terribleeeee! They’ll be so much better off without him seriously.

Gl
Review №30

Locally owned franchise, much better than the stores in tourists towns....great service!

Sp
Review №31

This was some of the best ice cream Ive had in Chicago. The mint chip was very creamy but it also had a strong flavor. I love that the chocolate in it were substantial chunks. If you go, you have to get their waffle cone because it was super yummy.I have 3 complaints. First, it is expensive. I understand that you are paying for very high quality ice cream, but it seemed a little much. Second, the prices werent clearly posted anywhere. It wasnt until I paid that I saw how much it was. Third, the flavor I really wanted was sold out. I was excited for their chocolate fudge brownie (I think that was the name), but it was gone. None of these reasons alone would make it deserve to be rated less than 5 stars, but in the aggregate they seemed to justify a 4 star rating.It is still so good, I will definitely go back.

Ve
Review №32

Treats are great! However I had to use the restroom & it was filthy. Sadly that is a deal breaker, I will not be returning. Nasty toilet

Ll
Review №33

I love the sorbet @ Kilwins. My favorite ice cream spot in Chicago.

Al
Review №34

Pecan icecream was amazing to bad they only had 1 chocolate covered strawberry left so wide wasnt that happy..

Jo
Review №35

Delicious ice cream, nothing else to say.

Sc
Review №36

Very disappointed with the experience. The staff were not knowledgeable and they overcharged us. They charged us higher than the advertised price. The cashier seemed to have no idea what she was doing. I wouldn’t recommend going here and I know I will not be returning.

Er
Review №37

Great Service, Unbelievable product!Fudge Brownie Ice Cream is addictive.ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!! 6 Stars!🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟

Ca
Review №38

Great dessert place for gelato and pretzel caramel sticks.Yum!

Is
Review №39

Loved the icecream and there were so many other treats i want to try.

As
Review №40

This place is phenomenal! We took the kids on a spur of the moment at night and they were friendly welcoming and the ice cream was delicious but the sorbet is where its at! The kids were so excited they had trouble picking something! Prices werent outlandish but you definitely are paying for quality! Well worth every cent! We will for sure be returning!

To
Review №41

Fudge, orange cream and cordial Cherry were all very tasty and very sweet. Service was meh.

AR
Review №42

They’re supposed to open at noon. It’s 12:10 and doors are locked!

Fe
Review №43

I really like Kilwins. My gripe is with the ice cream portion/price point. I dont expect walgreens pricing, but for $6 a scoop you get much more at many of the other premium ice cream shops in town. Regardless while I live in the area Ill continue to support!

Je
Review №44

Havent had Blue Moon in so long. Thank u Thank u

Ja
Review №45

The best chocolate confections in the city of Chicago. This is a one-stop shop for all of your chocolate cravings. Such a hard working staff, every single person deserves an award! I honestly could eat Kilwins all day. & it is Women owned and operated and black owned. That’s a win win.

Ra
Review №46

Nice staff. Quality ice cream and treats. Nice to run into that place after visiting Uncle Joes.

Ve
Review №47

Love Kilwins! Such a good fit in this neighborhood! I recommend to all my visiting friends and family.By far, my favorite thing is their caramel apple. Omg. Pure perfection.Q: Why is this apple $7, Kilwins??😤🥵A: Because it is delicious, worth it, and you will pay...🤔🤤🤑You right, Kilwins. Go on ahead and take my money.I love the icecream samples too! Peach cobbler ice cream?? Yellow cake icecream with fudge chips?? Whose southern auntie is in the back room coming up with these bops???😋🤣Seriously though, always clean, well staffed, and friendly. I rarely have to wait. And did I mention the samples? You think you’re getting a sample but really Kilwins is letting you tack $20 worth of items onto your bill when you swear all you wanted was a small piece of fudge. 🤣

Wi
Review №48

One of my ALL TIME FAVORITE PLACES to grab a snack. See Im allergic to chocolate and I can go here a get a pecan taffy apple and be so... HAPPY!!The staff is very friendly and helpful!❤

sh
Review №49

Very friendly staff. A super large variety of delicious treats!

ka
Review №50

Great place everyone come get a taste of Chicago finest chocolate and ice cream its amazing. I love this place.

To
Review №51

Great customer service. Good ice cream. Fabulous and big caramel and peanut apples. Tad bit pricey.

Su
Review №52

Excellent customer service - would give 5 more stars if I could. I visited Kilwins my last night in Hyde Park before dropping off my son for college. I decided I wanted sweet treats instead of a normal dinner - and it was fantastic. I had left my purse outside at the table where my husband and I were seated, even though I didnt realize it at the time. Shortly after arriving home out of state, I received a personal message from the owner of the store who let me know that they had found my purse. She found ME - and it didnt stop there. She made sure to fedex it with tracking and even included a surprise chocolate bar in my purse!!If you havent tried Kilwins on S. Harper - it is a must! Excellent ownership!

Op
Review №53

Great sweet shop.... mudslide fudge...I think thats the name... excellent! Perfect place for a family outting and ice cream social...

D
Review №54

Best caramel pecan apples on the planet, one of the best Kilwins around!👏🏽

Je
Review №55

Edit: 2 years later, I decided to try again. Still not worth the price - now the single cup is smaller and the price is $9.99z with a drizzle of hot fudge (seriously, why are they so stingy with the toppings?!), canned whipped cream and a fake cherry. This average dish of ice cream cost me over $10. Baskin Robbins is the same quality for half the price.Old review: Im not sure why I keep going here for ice cream. I got a single scoop sundae and it was almost $8.00 and the toppings were scanty. There was one sad snake of whipped cream, and a tablespoons worth. The hot fudge was about the same, one measly squirt in one place, not even distributed over the ice cream. Very pricey for mass produced chain store ice cream!

El
Review №56

It was delicious taste like my grandma ice cream and the staff was very pleasant. I tell everyone if they want home made ice cream go there. Thanks

Sa
Review №57

Love the chocolates and the customer service is AWESOME

Te
Review №58

Love there caramel apples and gummies

Tr
Review №59

The fudge is made with high quality ingredients including real butter. I purchased the Turtle fudge. It was good, but a little too sweet for my taste. I think its about 26. a pound.

Ge
Review №60

The toffee almond bar, the shortbread dipped in caramel and chocolate, the caramel apples! My favorites!

de
Review №61

Super good chocolate

Fr
Review №62

My waistline says I like this place too much.

Jo
Review №63

Always great chocolate peanut butter ice cream! Caramels are good too. Definitely give them a try!

Ch
Review №64

Superb Customer Service and awesome Treats!

Mi
Review №65

I love kilwin’s! Ice creams and desserts are all fantastic. The only thing I wish is that they had more non-dairy ice cream options.

Sh
Review №66

Always a treat! I love their dark chocolate pecan tuttles. Super delicious!

Mi
Review №67

Kilwins remain high quality ice cream, chocolate & caramel coated candies. After a few months in quarantine its a wonderful place to visit & feed your indulgences.

Zh
Review №68

The customer service is terrible. Employees act like they don’t want to be there and it’s an inconvenience that you are trying to purchase something. I’ve had very few good experiences in comparison to my bad ones.

Ka
Review №69

Awesome spot....pretty much maximum quality for maximum prices....i dont mean this in a bad way....this is like if you want to get the Lamborghini of sweets, you pay for the Lamborghini of sweets

Br
Review №70

Fantastic black owned business.... And excellent chocolates by the way

Ko
Review №71

The carmel apples are deece💯

Li
Review №72

Ice cream is very good. Love the decor. Always a line here.

Mo
Review №73

Great service and delicious ice cream!!

Al
Review №74

The guy with all the tattoos on his neck and face was super rude and judgmental of customers. Terrible experience. They also don’t give their tips to workers !!!

Ke
Review №75

Indulgence how you like it. Chocolates, confections, rich and delectable ice creams. This is a place to go to reward yourself and or someone else you love.

Me
Review №76

The best ice cream. Ever. Full stop.Service is great, and the ice creams, shakes and fudges are just the best. I have to restrain myself from eating everything there.

Jo
Review №77

You gain 20 lbs just walking in the door, you have to get a Granny Smith pecan carmel apple, some sea salt carmel fudge and a piece of butter toffee, it melts in your mouth. See now you understand, its REALLY good. We come to this location whenever were in Chi town becauae its consistently good.

Ma
Review №78

Excellent customer service. Delish chocolate.

De
Review №79

Great quaint place in Hyde park with GREAT ice cream. If Chocolate is your thing then this is a place to go. Its a bit expensive but the quality is worth the price. Great for a date night.

Mi
Review №80

Great ice-cream and even greater portions! The scoops are enormous and without fail by the time I finish my ice cream I am completely satisfied! My favorite ice-cream flavour is definitely Salted Caramel and I would recommend it to everyone that is indecisive!There is also much more than ice-cream and this is the perfect place to get nice chocolates or other sweet gifts for friends!

Or
Review №81

The products and service are always great. The atmosphere there is a little iconic, it sought of take you back in time. Back to a time when things were simple.

Ur
Review №82

This place reminds me of an old fashioned ice cream parlor. The ice cream is delicious and tastes freshly made. They sell a variety of chocolate candy thats also made on the premises. For me its a destination point in Hyde Park!

A
Review №83

Good ice cream, quick service. Nice Atmosphere for novelties

Ma
Review №84

Excellent chocolate candy and yummy ice cream. My teen boy loves their chocolate shake. Swears its the best hes ever had!

Wa
Review №85

First time Ive EVER been to a Black owned & operated candle store 😉👍

Me
Review №86

Marshmallow smores and cookies and cream ice cream was amazing!

A
Review №87

Good overall. Ice cream and chocolates. They make some pretty neat things like the caramel and chocolate pecan covered rice crispy treats or the caramel and chocolate pecan covered marshmallow oorrr the chocolate pecan covered caramel. Oh and some fudge. Ice cream looked good too. Didnt see caramel and chocolate pecan covered ice cream though.

Ke
Review №88

Placed order via v Uber eats app. Single scoop and 6pc pecan chews. I received melted scoop and caramel rolls.. so disappointed! I was okay with the ice cream issue seeing the travel it takes, but I really wanted my pecans😔😔

Da
Review №89

Loved it!

Je
Review №90

Salted Caramel waffle bowl was Fantastic as well as Old Fashioned Vanilla! 🍦!

az
Review №91

I’ve been patronizing Kilwins for many years. Whenever I’m in Chicago it’s typically one of my first stops. I’ve even met the owner on several occasions. I normally have a delightful experience. However; 12/12/2018 around 6:39 PM I stopped in with my daughter to pick up a few caramel apples and peacan caramel streakers. I was flagrant to have Andrew treat me so rudely while I was there. His condescending attitude was totally inexcusable. Andrew displayed a lack of good conduct and his customer service skills are at an all time low. I’m doubtful I will ever return to this store as long as he’s there. I honestly believe he needs a course on good costumer service. I’m very disappointed and turned off by this experience at Kilwins. I would not recommend this location to anyone.

Sa
Review №92

I love this place! I was first taken here by a colleague at The University of Chicago who to me I had to try their ice cream. Now I always get their sea salt caramel ice cream and some fudge to go. The service is great and the chocolate is delicious. I would definitely recommend this place.

Ke
Review №93

Service was slow and a bit unfriendly. The ice cream was quality as usual here. Sponge candy is always yummy but the bags and pieces keep getting smaller with higher prices. Still, Id be glad to come here again, best store of its kind in Hyde Park.

Co
Review №94

As usual I received excellent service and the oce was delicious.

Te
Review №95

I had the pleasure of visiting the Hyde Park location this evening. 10 Stars & 2 Thumbs UpCustomer Service: OUTSTANDING!!!!Thank You to Rudi & Dorrian😘Atmosphere: GREAT LOCATION (NO PARKING!!!)Fast, Friendly, KnowledgeableProvided Awesome SuggestionsDEFINITELY DELICIOUS & TASTY

Eb
Review №96

I can never go in here a buy one thing. Everything is so delicious. Its like going back in time to a candy store on Main Street.

So
Review №97

The service is amazing! The staff that day, a warm and friendly gentleman, was so helpful and nice, giving the whole place a cozy vibe. The fudges are really tasty, with a good variety to choose from at a reasonable price. Highly recommended!

Ma
Review №98

I love this place from my Rum Raisin and chocolate chip mint ice cream, (yes they go together, dont judge me) to my chocolate covered candies. I always enjoy my visit the staff are always friendly, patient and helpful.

Ju
Review №99

The ice cream we had today was super yummy! I had Kilwins mud flavor and my sister had Cappuccino chocolate chip. Soooo good! The young man who waited on us was courteous and informative about the flavors we chose.

Mi
Review №100

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  • Address:5226 S Harper Ave, Chicago, IL 60615, United States
  • Site:https://kilwins.com/chicagohydepark
  • Phone:+1 773-675-6731
Categories
  • Chocolate shop
Working hours
  • Monday:12–9PM
  • Tuesday:12–9PM
  • Wednesday:12–9PM
  • Thursday:12–9PM
  • Friday:12–10PM
  • Saturday:12–10PM
  • Sunday:12–9PM
From the business
  • Identifies as Black-owned:Yes
  • Identifies as women-led:Yes
Service options
  • Curbside pickup:Yes
  • Delivery:Yes
  • In-store pickup:Yes
  • In-store shopping:Yes
  • Takeout:Yes
Health & safety
  • Mask required:Yes
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great dessert:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Dining options
  • Dessert:Yes
Amenities
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
  • LGBTQ friendly:Yes
Payments
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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