A recent Tasting Table roundup<\/a> highlighted top milkshake destinations in every U.S. state, based on strong customer reviews and local acclaim.<\/p>\n The ranking looked at different varieties \u2014 malt, hand-spun, custard and hand-dipped shakes \u2014 and did not consider major chains with locations across the country.<\/p>\n NEW ICE CREAM TRENDS CHURN UP INTEREST, BUT ONE CLASSIC STILL RULES THE $7.5B INDUSTRY<\/a><\/p>\n Local and regional chains were “fair game,” however, according to the outlet.<\/p>\n Here are five of the top shops that have broken through with national awards, media recognition and widespread buzz.<\/a><\/p>\n Across the U.S., ice cream shops are gaining attention for their inventive milkshake flavors and over-the-top presentations. (iStock)<\/p>\n 1. Lucky Wishbone \u2014 Anchorage, Alaska<\/p>\n This longtime Anchorage diner, which first opened in 1955, earned a James Beard America’s Classics Award, one of the most prestigious honors for regional restaurants, in 2025.<\/p>\n The family-owned diner has built a loyal, multigenerational following over seven decades, with returning customers often calling it their first stop when they come back to Alaska, according to Anchorage Daily News.<\/a><\/p>\n AMERICA’S BEST FOOD CITIES RANKED BY EXPERT, WITH CHOICES THAT COULD INFURIATE LOCALS<\/a><\/p>\n Customers regularly praise its thick, old-school milkshakes and malts, with flavors ranging from butterscotch and banana to coffee, root beer and peanut butter, according to Tasting Table.<\/p>\n From simple chocolate and vanilla to bold, unexpected creations, milkshakes remain a go-to dessert for many Americans. (iStock)<\/p>\n 2. Morelli’s Ice Cream \u2014 Atlanta, Georgia<\/p>\n Just a year after opening in 2008, Morelli’s was named one of the best ice cream shops in the country by Bon App\u00e9tit.<\/a><\/p>\n 6 ICONIC AMERICAN RESTAURANTS STILL SERVING UP NOSTALGIA AND CLASSIC FLAVORS<\/a><\/p>\n The Atlanta shop has built a loyal following over the years and is known for its unique flavor lineup, which includes coconut jalape\u00f1o, blueberry corncake, the real Krispy Kreme doughnut-filled “Krispy Kreamier” and maple bacon brittle.<\/p>\n Thick, creamy milkshakes remain a classic American treat, with shops across the country putting their own spin on the nostalgic favorite. (iStock)<\/p>\n “We cut, fry and then caramelize pieces of bacon, then incorporate the bacon brittle pieces into a maple ice cream base,” the shop says on its website, where it posts the flavors of the day.\u00a0<\/p>\n CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR OUR LIFESTYLE NEWSLETTER<\/a><\/p>\n “When you see it on the menu, get it!”<\/p>\n 3. Amy’s Ice Creams \u2014 Austin, Texas<\/p>\n A Texas favorite for more than 40 years, Amy’s Ice Creams has racked up dozens of local awards, particularly from the Austin Chronicle.<\/p>\n Amy\u2019s Ice Creams, founded in Austin in 1984, has become a Texas staple known for its creative flavors. (Smith Collection\/Gado\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n Founded in 1984, the Austin-based chain is known for its playful, customer-focused atmosphere. Not only do employees perform ice cream tricks, but hundreds of rotating flavors like Belgian chocolate and butterscotch banana keep fans coming back for rich, customizable shakes.<\/p>\n Founder Amy Simmons told MySanAntonio.com<\/a> last year the brand was built around a simple mission: “to make people’s day.”<\/p>\n CLICK HERE FOR MORE LIFESTYLE STORIES<\/a><\/p>\n “Ice cream is this incredible vehicle for happiness,” she said.<\/p>\n 4. Slater’s 50\/50 \u2014 Las Vegas, Nevada<\/p>\n Known for its over-the-top burgers<\/a> made with a 50\/50 blend of ground bacon and beef, as well as its indulgent desserts, Slater’s 50\/50 has also gained national attention, with its Las Vegas location landing on Yelp’s Top 100 restaurants list in 2025.<\/p>\n Across the country, milkshakes are decked out with everything from bacon to cheesecake. (iStock)<\/p>\n The restaurant was also featured on Netflix’s “Fresh, Fried & Crispy” for its extravagant menu creations.<\/p>\n CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FOX NEWS APP<\/a><\/p>\n The milkshakes are known to be indulgent and unique, often piled high with toppings like marshmallow fluff, cookies and candy<\/a>. Its best seller, according to its website, is the Strawberry Deluxe Cheesecake Milkshake, which is topped with fresh strawberries and a whole slice of cheesecake.<\/p>\n 5. Moo Moo Cows \u2014 Baltimore, Maryland<\/p>\n This Baltimore ice cream shop has earned a spot among Yelp’s top-rated ice cream destinations in the U.S., drawing praise for its locally sourced ingredients and creamy texture.<\/p>\n From coconut jalape\u00f1o at Morelli’s Ice Cream in Atlanta to cheesecake-topped shakes at Slater’s 50\/50 in Las Vegas, milkshake shops across the US are gaining buzz for bold, creative ingredients. (iStock)<\/p>\n Flavors like mint chocolate chip and peach pie are popular.<\/p>\n![\"Mixed](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/milkshakes.jpg\")
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