There’s an old-time chicken restaurant in a tiny village in Illinois that is known for more than its poultry delights. Perfect for summer (or any season, really), this epic drive-in serves some of the best ice cream in the area, and you’ve got to check it out.
Forget burgers and shakes when you can have fried chicken and ice cream cones. Scroll on for more details.
Located in Kane County just outside Chicagoland on the northwest side is an old-fashioned drive-in restaurant that has been around since 1958. If you grew up anywhere near the village of Hampshire, you likely know and love this nostalgic joint.
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Guests enjoy outdoor seating at this walk-up eatery that is also a perfect place to grab take-out. Keeping with the traditions of old-fashioned living, this restaurant only accepts cash.
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The name says it all. This place is known for ice cream and chicken, both broasted and fried. Just one bite of this delicious bird, and you’ll be drooling all over.
Facebook/Chick N Dip Drive In Additional menu items include other classic diner eats like burgers and hot dogs.
You can’t have savoy without sweet here. Get your soft serve ice cream on a cone or in a bowl. You can order anything from banana splits to milkshakes, and Chick-N-Dip also sells novelty ice cream treats. You’ll have to stop in to see what’s available.
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This amazing old-time chicken restaurant is open daily from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. It is kid-friendly and prides itself on fast and efficient service. Cure your cravings for chicken and ice cream right here.
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Chick-N-Dip is located at 995 S State St., Hampshire, IL 60140, and you can keep up with the place through it Facebook page here.
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Additional menu items include other classic diner eats like burgers and hot dogs.
For more like this, check out these nine nostalgic restaurants in Illinois that are perfect for summer.
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