Best Ice Cream / Shakes in Lincoln Square, Chicago
The 11 top-rated ice cream / shakes in Lincoln Square, Chicago, ranked by flavor score.
The top choice is vegan ice cream at Vaca’s Creamery (2324 W Giddings St), with a flavor score of 93 out of 100 from 44 diner ratings. Flavor scores come from what real diners say in their reviews. Last updated August 27, 2026. How flavor scores work →
Best Ice Cream / Shakes across Chicago→- Ranked #1At Vaca’s Creamery2324 W Giddings St
Vaca's vegan ice cream is praised for its rich, creamy texture, unique flavors like strawberry olive oil, and delicious toppings.
- Ranked #2At Amy's Candy Bar4704 N Damen Ave
The ice cream features unique flavors like coffee Oreo and apple pie, complemented by a delightful malt ball surprise.
- Ranked #3At Vaca’s Creamery2324 W Giddings St
Creamy, not overly sweet vegan ice cream with unique seasonal flavors and in-house made waffle cones earns rave reviews.
- Ranked #4At Vaca’s Creamery2324 W Giddings St
Smooth and creamy vegan soft serve delights with rotating seasonal flavors like sweet corn and warm blueberry crumble, served in waffle cones.
- Ranked #5At Amy's Candy Bar4704 N Damen Ave
- Ranked #6At Vaca’s Creamery2324 W Giddings St
Smooth and creamy soft serve with rich flavors like chocolate and vanilla, plus exciting seasonal options, delights both vegan and non-vegan fans.
- Ranked #7At Vaca’s Creamery2324 W Giddings St
- Ranked #8At Vaca’s Creamery2324 W Giddings St
- Ranked #9At Vaca’s Creamery2324 W Giddings St
The vegan ice cream sundae is praised for its delicious flavors and variety, though some found it pricey and lacking in creaminess.
- Ranked #10At Vaca’s Creamery2324 W Giddings St