August can be one of the hottest months of the year. What better way to cool off than with ice cream?! Worth the drive, Lawrence County has two nostalgic places for frosty delights! Each has its own vibe and menu, so try them both. Here’s the scoop!
Dairy Bell – Mitchell
Take a step back in time at the Dairy Bell. This 1960s ice cream shop and restaurant will bring back memories and create new ones! Chill out with ice cream cones, a banana split, sundaes, milk shakes, malts, a chocolate chip cookie ice cream sandwich or a classic root beer or Coke float. There’s plenty of shady seating so you can eat your treat there.
If you are looking for lunch, the sandwich menu includes chicken salad, sloppy joe, pulled pork, hot dogs and corn dogs.
Too hot to cook dinner? No problem! Everyday, there is a new dinner special. These range from grilled pork chops, cheesy potatoes, green beans and a roll to homemade eggrolls and fried rice. Check the Facebook page for the daily specials.
Dairy Bell is perfectly located right outside the Spring Mill State Park entrance at 2427 Highway 60 E, Mitchell.
Jiffy Treet – Bedford
Open since 1948, here is another ice cream oasis you should try. With over 40 homemade ice cream flavors and dozens of toppings, this is where you can let your creamy creativity run wild. Choose from homemade hand dipped or soft serve – Jiffy Treet offers both! Gotta craving but can’t decide if you want ice cream or cereal? Try their Cap’n Crunch or Fruity Pebbles toppings.
Try one of their over 30 sundae choices like banana wheel or brownie, Oreo fudge or create one of your own. Practically anything you can think of, they can make for you. Non-dairy, non-fat and vegan options are available. So, you can put your favorites in your freezer at home, they also sell ice cream pints and quarts. Check out the tempting flavor of the month.
If you need a meal before dessert, Jiffy Treat has a food menu. From BLTs and tenderloins to tacos and hot dogs, the variety of food is only surpassed by their ice cream options.
Located at 142 E. 16th Street, there is comfortable seating outside in the shade so you can plan to eat there or take your goodies home. Sometimes, we even bring our homemade goodness to you. When you are out and about in the summer, look for our Jiffy Treet ice cream truck at some of your favorite locations and events.
In Lawrence County, going out for ice cream is an experience worth driving more than a few miles for. Scoop up some happy memories this summer!
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