Loop Chicago
Mario's Italian Lemonade

Mario's Italian Lemonade

Sweets & Treats in Chicago

4.8 3,503 Google reviews

1068 W Taylor St, Chicago, Illinois 60607 · Near West Side

Mario's Italian LemonadeMario's Italian Lemonade, photo 2Mario's Italian Lemonade, photo 3Mario's Italian Lemonade, photo 4

Where to find them

1068 W Taylor St, Chicago, Illinois 60607

Free newsletter

More of Chicago in your inbox

Local news, new businesses and what's on from Loop Line Live, once a week.

Get directionsOpen in Maps

About

Mario’s Italian Lemonade was established in 1954 by Mario DiPaolo and his son, Mario G. DiPaolo, also known as “Skip.” At the age of six, Skip DiPaolo was a very rambunctious child with endless energy–his father gave him a hand-crank lemonade machine to channel this energy by making and selling lemonade. Skip DiPaolo churned the hand-crank machine and sold lemonade for two cents on Taylor Street. Within the next few years, Skip’s father built what is now known as “Mario’s Italian Lemonade.” During the early years, the lemonade stand was run by Skip, his sister (Donna) his mother (Dorothy) and his father, Mario. Today, the lemonade stand is run by Skip, his wife (Maria), and their three children.

Amenities

Service options

  • Onsite services
  • Takeout

Planning

  • Quick visit

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Parking

  • Paid street parking

More Sweets & Treats in Loop Chicago

Desserts with Ana Dessert shop
Dessert Shop
JARS by Fabio Viviani Dessert shop
For people who dare to do dessert differently, JARS is more than a simple sweet treat, it’s a culinary adventure featuring an elaborate assortment of classic desserts from around the world in a single-serve JAR.
Vanille Patisserie- French Market Dessert shop
Luxe pastry shop crafting macarons, petit fours & other French confections, plus custom cakes.
Insomnia Cookies Dessert shop
Warm, Delicious Cookies Delivered late night.
Matcha En Dessert shop
Serving Asian-fusion inspired desserts!
Mango Mango Dessert - Chicago Chinatown Dessert shop
A confectionery at 2161 S China Pl, 2nd floor, in Chicago.
TE'AMO Sweets Dessert shop
TE'AMO Sweets is a delightful Asian dessert shop where we offer a fusion of unique recipes that beautifully blend Asian flavors, creating well-balanced desserts that are little sweet but not too sweet. We take pride in using premium ingredients to craft our delectable creations, and our passion and love for our craft shine through in every bite. We invite you to enjoy TE'AMO Sweets and experience the true essence of Asian-inspired sweet treats.
Sugar Bliss Dessert shop
Sugar Bliss bakes all cupcakes, cake pops, French macarons from scratch using only the highest quality, natural ingredients, such as European Cocoa, Nielsen Massey pure Madagascar Bourbon vanilla, and real fruits. Come visit our retail location in the Downtown Loop or call us to cater or deliver for your next business meeting, office party, birthday, wedding, or special event.
Loop Line Live

© 2026 Loop Line Live.

Discover life in Chicago’s Loop neighborhoods with our weekly local newsletter. Explore the culture, meet the people and families, and discover the places that shape downtown Chicago and adjacent neighborhoods. Stay connected to your community through neighborhood stories and a closer look at everyday life in the heart of the city.

© 2026 Loop Line Live.