No matter the season, there’s nothing better or more nostalgic than sipping a delicious milkshake. And these milkshakes are bringing all the Buffalonians to the yard! Whether you like them classic or dripping with toppings, there’s a place for you on this list. Here are the 8 very best milkshakes you can possibly find in Buffalo.
- Hertel Ave. Poutine and Cream — 1488 Hertel Avenue
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Hertel Ave Poutine and Cream - Facebook When it comes to milkshakes, go big or go home — or better yet, go to Hertel Avenue Poutine and Cream! These “freak shakes” are some of the biggest and best milkshakes in Buffalo and they’re literally dripping with flavor.
- Parkside Candy Co. — 3208 Main Street
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Parkside Candy Co. - Facebook (PC Theresa Wagner Roma) For a more classic approach, head to Parkside Candy Co. where you can get some of the most nostalgic shakes around. One sip and you’ll see why this Buffalo business has been around for more than 90 years!
- Lake Effect Diner — 3165 Main Street
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Lake Effect Diner - Facebook Is there anything better than a diner shake? We think not. And Lake Effect Diner dishes up some of the very best! Sip some of the best milkshakes in Buffalo in this classic diner car on Main Street.
- Swan Street Diner — 700 Swan Street
Swan Street Diner - Facebook Speaking of nostalgic diners… Swan Street Diner is one of the newer restaurants in Buffalo. And they offer milkshakes that will seriously impress your tastebuds. Everything about this diner is wonderful — from the atmosphere down to the dishes!
- Lake Effect Ice Cream — 1900 Hertel Avenue
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Lake Effect Ice Cream - Facebook Lake Effect Ice Cream has two locations, but we’re partial to the downtown spot. Grab some of the best milkshakes in Buffalo made from Lake Effect’s own artisan ice creams. With so many flavors to choose from, you’ll be sipping all summer long!
- Jerk’s Soda Fountain & Ice Cream — 523 Main Street
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Jerk’s Soda Fountain & Ice Cream - Facebook Jerk’s Soda Fountain is one of our favorite vintage places in Buffalo. And they also serve up some of the best milkshakes in Buffalo! Try their seasonal shakes or stick with the classics. Whatever you decide, you’ll be happy you wandered into Jerk’s.
- Hannah’s Frosty Treats — 140 Taunton Place
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Tom O. - FourSquare Sometimes no frills provide the best thrills. Especially when it comes to ice cream specialties. And Hannah’s Frosty Treats has some of the most delicious shakes in the city! This spot might not look like anything too special — but their shakes will prove otherwise.
- Andersons Frozen Custard — Several Locations
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Andersons Frozen Custard - Facebook Andersons Frozen Custard is more than custard and roast beef. Their milkshakes are also amazing. Andersons offers seasonal shake specials and even sometimes donates proceeds to charitable events. So you can sip with a greater purpose (as if you needed another reason to indulge in some of the best milkshakes in Buffalo)!
Where do you go for a taste of the summertime in milkshake form? We could really use some thoughts of warmer weather right now! Drop your recommendations in the comments below.
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Hertel Ave Poutine and Cream - Facebook
When it comes to milkshakes, go big or go home — or better yet, go to Hertel Avenue Poutine and Cream! These “freak shakes” are some of the biggest and best milkshakes in Buffalo and they’re literally dripping with flavor.
KMcKay1942 - TripAdvisor
Parkside Candy Co. - Facebook (PC Theresa Wagner Roma)
For a more classic approach, head to Parkside Candy Co. where you can get some of the most nostalgic shakes around. One sip and you’ll see why this Buffalo business has been around for more than 90 years!
HashtagAirBuds - TripAdvisor
Lake Effect Diner - Facebook
Is there anything better than a diner shake? We think not. And Lake Effect Diner dishes up some of the very best! Sip some of the best milkshakes in Buffalo in this classic diner car on Main Street.
Swan Street Diner - Facebook
Speaking of nostalgic diners… Swan Street Diner is one of the newer restaurants in Buffalo. And they offer milkshakes that will seriously impress your tastebuds. Everything about this diner is wonderful — from the atmosphere down to the dishes!
management - TripAdvisor
Lake Effect Ice Cream - Facebook
Lake Effect Ice Cream has two locations, but we’re partial to the downtown spot. Grab some of the best milkshakes in Buffalo made from Lake Effect’s own artisan ice creams. With so many flavors to choose from, you’ll be sipping all summer long!
Mike Literman - Google.com
Jerk’s Soda Fountain & Ice Cream - Facebook
Jerk’s Soda Fountain is one of our favorite vintage places in Buffalo. And they also serve up some of the best milkshakes in Buffalo! Try their seasonal shakes or stick with the classics. Whatever you decide, you’ll be happy you wandered into Jerk’s.
Sean Russell - Google.com
Tom O. - FourSquare
Sometimes no frills provide the best thrills. Especially when it comes to ice cream specialties. And Hannah’s Frosty Treats has some of the most delicious shakes in the city! This spot might not look like anything too special — but their shakes will prove otherwise.
Andersons Frozen Custard - Facebook
Andersons Frozen Custard is more than custard and roast beef. Their milkshakes are also amazing. Andersons offers seasonal shake specials and even sometimes donates proceeds to charitable events. So you can sip with a greater purpose (as if you needed another reason to indulge in some of the best milkshakes in Buffalo)!
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