Not all milkshakes are created equal. And if you need proof, you’ve come to the right place. We did a bit of digging around, and found eateries throughout the state that put a whole new spin on the classic treat. From unique toppings to made-from-scratch ingredients, here are nine of the very best milkshakes you can possibly find in Mississippi.
- Ed’s Burger Joint (3800 Hardy St., Hattiesburg)
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Ed’s Burger Joint/Facebook While Ed’s is technically a burger joint, it just so happens to serve amazing milkshakes that are bound to be unlike any you’ve ever tasted. The “outrageous shakes” are hand-dipped and made with real ice cream, whole milk, and “real deal ingredients.” Look over the menu, and you’ll find everything from standard flavors, like vanilla and chocolate, to unique creations.
- Borroum’s Drug Store (604 E Waldron St., Corinth)
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MFS/Zomato Established in 1865, Borroum’s is the oldest operating drug store and soda fountain in the state. Still equipped with the original soda fountain, the eatery serves up a variety of delicious treats, which include old fashioned ice cream floats and real malted milks.
- Velvet Cream (2290 Hwy 51 S., Hernando)
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Velvet Cream/Facebook This Hernando staple, which is known as “the Dip” by locals, has been in the business of desserts since 1947! Over the years, it’s perfected an array of treats, including delicious milkshakes. Choose between typical flavors as well as custom creations, such as the Elvis Shake, Mexican Shake, and Hot Fudge Sundae Shake.
- Spencer’s Dairy Kream (279 Sunset Dr., Grenada)
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Pam T/TripAdvisor Between the retro feel and extensive menu of desserts, a visit to Spencer’s is sure to be a memorable (and tasty) one. In addition to a variety of shake options, there’s also ice cream, sundaes, and malts to satisfy your sweet tooth.
- Burgers and Stuff (6640 US-72, Walnut)
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rj4055/TripAdvisor If you’re wondering what the “and Stuff” in this eatery’s name includes, it’s a tasty variety of fast food eats and delicious old fashioned shakes. Raved about by customers, the milkshakes are just like those you used to find at dairy bars – thick, creamy, and tasty.
- Sal & Mookie’s (565 Taylor St., Jackson)
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Sal & Mookie’s New York Pizza and Ice Cream Joint/TripAdvisor A combination pizzeria and ice cream shop, this Jackson restaurant is a great visit for the entire family. Almost as plentiful as the pizza, the dessert options include quite the variety. The milkshakes are consistently thick and creamy, making it easy to see why they’re a customer favorite.
- Boomer’s Drive-In (1575 Nail Rd., Horn Lake)
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Boomer’s Drive-In, Hornlake, MS/Facebook In business since 1988, this Horn Lake drive-in is known for serving old fashioned burgers along with some of the best ice cream around. From ice cream cones and sundaes to thick malts and shakes, your sweet tooth is practically guaranteed to be pleased at Boomer’s.
- Brent’s Drugs (655 Duling Ave., Jackson)
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Brent’s Drugs/Facebook This traditional drug store has been serving the Jackson area for years now, and in that time, has gained a reputation for serving great hamburgers and even better milkshakes. And if a classic shake won’t cut it, no problem - the sweets menu is filled with other tasty options, including malts and ice cream sundaes.
- Quakes Ice Creamery (1922 Bienville Blvd., Ocean Springs)
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Rachel Bailey/Google If you’re looking to satisfy your sweet tooth, you can’t go wrong with a visit to this quirky coastal creamery. The tasty shakes, which come in an assortment of flavors, are made using ice cream that’s made on site.
So, have you ever visited any of the places listed above? Was your favorite dessert spot included? Know of another place to get a great milkshake? Tell us in the comments section!
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Ed’s Burger Joint/Facebook
While Ed’s is technically a burger joint, it just so happens to serve amazing milkshakes that are bound to be unlike any you’ve ever tasted. The “outrageous shakes” are hand-dipped and made with real ice cream, whole milk, and “real deal ingredients.” Look over the menu, and you’ll find everything from standard flavors, like vanilla and chocolate, to unique creations.
Jason Hunt/Google
MFS/Zomato
Established in 1865, Borroum’s is the oldest operating drug store and soda fountain in the state. Still equipped with the original soda fountain, the eatery serves up a variety of delicious treats, which include old fashioned ice cream floats and real malted milks.
Stephen Rogers/Google
Velvet Cream/Facebook
This Hernando staple, which is known as “the Dip” by locals, has been in the business of desserts since 1947! Over the years, it’s perfected an array of treats, including delicious milkshakes. Choose between typical flavors as well as custom creations, such as the Elvis Shake, Mexican Shake, and Hot Fudge Sundae Shake.
esdrenton/TripAdvisor
Pam T/TripAdvisor
Between the retro feel and extensive menu of desserts, a visit to Spencer’s is sure to be a memorable (and tasty) one. In addition to a variety of shake options, there’s also ice cream, sundaes, and malts to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Joe Pipkin/Google
rj4055/TripAdvisor
If you’re wondering what the “and Stuff” in this eatery’s name includes, it’s a tasty variety of fast food eats and delicious old fashioned shakes. Raved about by customers, the milkshakes are just like those you used to find at dairy bars – thick, creamy, and tasty.
Sal & Mookie’s New York Pizza & Ice Cream Joint/Facebook
Sal & Mookie’s New York Pizza and Ice Cream Joint/TripAdvisor
A combination pizzeria and ice cream shop, this Jackson restaurant is a great visit for the entire family. Almost as plentiful as the pizza, the dessert options include quite the variety. The milkshakes are consistently thick and creamy, making it easy to see why they’re a customer favorite.
Boomer’s Drive-In, Hornlake, MS/Facebook
In business since 1988, this Horn Lake drive-in is known for serving old fashioned burgers along with some of the best ice cream around. From ice cream cones and sundaes to thick malts and shakes, your sweet tooth is practically guaranteed to be pleased at Boomer’s.
Natalie Maynor/Flickr
Brent’s Drugs/Facebook
This traditional drug store has been serving the Jackson area for years now, and in that time, has gained a reputation for serving great hamburgers and even better milkshakes. And if a classic shake won’t cut it, no problem - the sweets menu is filled with other tasty options, including malts and ice cream sundaes.
Joseph Collins/Google
Rachel Bailey/Google
If you’re looking to satisfy your sweet tooth, you can’t go wrong with a visit to this quirky coastal creamery. The tasty shakes, which come in an assortment of flavors, are made using ice cream that’s made on site.
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