The Old 27 Ice Cream Shop – American
This charming roadside gem captures the essence of a classic American summer, where the nostalgic glow of the shop invites families to gather for towering cones of velvety soft serve and artisanal scoops. Guests can indulge in everything from the timeless simplicity of a chocolate-vanilla twist to adventurous textures like spiced carrot cake and fudge-laden Moose Tracks, each bite offering a cool, creamy escape into sweet tradition.
168 South 2nd Street, Decatur IN 46733 http://theold27icecreamshop.com/Rating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, sugar-free, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at The Old 27 Ice Cream Shop
Dairy-Free at The Old 27 Ice Cream Shop
The Old 27 Ice Cream Shop in Decatur has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Cruiser Mix-ins. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at The Old 27 Ice Cream Shop
The Old 27 Ice Cream Shop in Decatur has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Cruiser Mix-ins. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at The Old 27 Ice Cream Shop
The Old 27 Ice Cream Shop in Decatur has 25 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Raspberry Rendezvous Fudge, Cruiser Mix-ins and Featured Flavor. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at The Old 27 Ice Cream Shop
The Old 27 Ice Cream Shop in Decatur has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Rainbow Sherbet. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at The Old 27 Ice Cream Shop
The Old 27 Ice Cream Shop in Decatur has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Rainbow Sherbet. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at The Old 27 Ice Cream Shop
The Old 27 Ice Cream Shop in Decatur has 4 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lemon Sorbetto, Rainbow Sherbet and Salty Jack. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at The Old 27 Ice Cream Shop
The Old 27 Ice Cream Shop in Decatur has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Lemon Sorbetto, Raspberry Pomegranate Sorbetto and Triple Chocolate. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at The Old 27 Ice Cream Shop
The Old 27 Ice Cream Shop in Decatur has 19 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Raspberry Rendezvous Fudge, Lemon Sorbetto and Rainbow Sherbet. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at The Old 27 Ice Cream Shop
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Pistachio Almond | 0 g | 31.5 g |
| Moose Tracks | 172.1 g | 26.4 g |
| Soft Serve Twist | 69.6 g | 21.9 g |
| Rainbow Sherbet | 0 g | 21.6 g |
| Triple Chocolate | 170.8 g | 21.2 g |
| Key Lime Pie | 110.2 g | 12.2 g |
| Mint Chocolate Chip | 122.9 g | 10 g |
| Soft Serve Chocolate | 70.8 g | 9.7 g |
| Butter Pecan | 0 g | 9.1 g |
| Soft Serve Vanilla | 124.3 g | 8.5 g |
| Chocolate Chip Cookie Jar | 105 g | 7.2 g |
| Shakes | 18.5 g | 6.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Wednesday
- 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Sunday - Friday
- 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- Saturday
- 12:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the high-quality, artisanal ice cream that stands out from typical chain offerings, frequently highlighting the vibrant community atmosphere where neighbors gather on warm evenings. Celebrated for its fun-filled environment, guests love the opportunity to pair their treats with a round of miniature golf or a game of corn hole, making it a standout destination for local families and social outings.
Menu
Ice Cream Flavors
A rotating selection of 27 flavors including hard dip, soft serve, and sorbetto.
- Soft Serve Vanilla Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Soft Serve Chocolate Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Soft Serve Twist Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Peppermint Stick Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Carrot Cake Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Butter Pecan: Available in No Sugar Added Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC
- Black Cherry Dietary tags: Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Chocolate Chip Cookie Jar Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Mint Chocolate Chip Dietary tags: Halal, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Moose Tracks Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, AIP, Renal, Lectin-Free
- Strawberry
- Triple Chocolate Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Chocolate
- Pistachio Almond Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, Macrobiotic
- Vanilla: Available in No Sugar Added and Yogurt
- Superman
- Cotton Candy Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal
- Heath Bar Toffee Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Mackinaw Island Fudge Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- Caramel Macchiato Coffee Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Raspberry Rendezvous Fudge Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Key Lime Pie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber
- Salty Jack Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach
- Lemon Sorbetto Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Raspberry Pomegranate Sorbetto Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
- Rainbow Sherbet Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Featured Flavor Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC
Specialties
Signature ice cream creations.
- Sundaes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Cruiser Mix-ins Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Beverages
Refreshing cold drinks and blended treats.
- Shakes
- Slush Puppies Dietary tags: Halal, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about The Old 27 Ice Cream Shop
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers love the high-quality artisanal ice cream, vibrant community atmosphere, and activities like miniature golf and corn hole.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout menu items include soft serve twists, artisanal scoops like carrot cake and Moose Tracks, and specialty sorbettos like lemon or raspberry pomegranate.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The shop accommodates mixed diets with vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options like Lemon Sorbetto alongside vegetarian treats and nut-free selections.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Lemon Sorbetto and Raspberry Pomegranate Sorbetto accommodate multiple diets including vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, and plant-based.
- What are the main concerns mentioned in customer reviews?
- Customer reviews highlight no concerns, instead focusing on high-quality ice cream, the vibrant community atmosphere, and fun activities like miniature golf.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This shop stands out for its artisanal ice cream paired with recreational activities like miniature golf and corn hole.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- This family-friendly destination features a fun-filled environment with miniature golf, corn hole, and a variety of artisanal ice cream treats.
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- The restaurant is currently operational, with its website and menu highlights indicating it serves artisanal ice cream and soft serve.
- What is the price range at this restaurant?
- The Old 27 Ice Cream Shop is a budget-friendly ($) establishment offering affordable artisanal ice cream and treats.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- The restaurant maintains a website at http://theold27icecreamshop.com/, though the provided information does not specify if online ordering is available.
- Is The Old 27 Ice Cream Shop dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. The Old 27 Ice Cream Shop has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Cruiser Mix-ins.
- What can I eat at The Old 27 Ice Cream Shop on a dairy-free diet?
- Cruiser Mix-ins carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does The Old 27 Ice Cream Shop have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Lemon Sorbetto and Raspberry Pomegranate Sorbetto.
- Is The Old 27 Ice Cream Shop gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at The Old 27 Ice Cream Shop?
- Pistachio Almond, at roughly 31.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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