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Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard

Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard

Sweets & Treats in Chicago

4.4 226 Google reviews

+1 773 234 25 155940 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60659 · West Ridge

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Where to find them

5940 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, Illinois 60659

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About

Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is the largest Italian Ice concept in the nation. With over 600 shops operating in 32 states, our popular chain offers a variety of frozen treats that will leave your taste buds wanting more! Italian Ice - our famous Italian Ice is made fresh daily, featuring real fruit flavors that burst with refreshing goodness. Frozen Custard - our rich Frozen Custard is a creamy delight. Layered Gelati - a perfect blend of Italian Ice and Frozen Custard in our layered Gelati. Blenders drink lineup - quench your thirst with our delightful Blenders drinks. Milkshakes - creamy and indulgent, our Milkshakes are a treat for any occasion. Sundaes - dive into a world of toppings and flavors with our Sundaes.

Amenities

From the business

  • Small business

Service options

  • In-store shopping
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout

Popular for

  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Coffee

Amenities

  • Restroom

Hours

Monday
1 to 9 PM
Tuesday
1 to 9 PM
Wednesday
1 to 9 PM
Thursday
1 to 9 PM
Friday
1 to 6 PM
Saturday
7 to 11 PM
Sunday
1 to 9 PM

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