During the summer months, New Orleanians are always on the look out for ways to cool down. Nothing cools you down faster than a delicious milkshake, and we’ve got the scoop (pun intended) on the best milkshakes in New Orleans, and this trail will lead the way.
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- Shake Therapy
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Brady Morgan/Google Editor’s note: Unfortunately, this cafe has closed.Shake Therapy takes milkshakes to new levels, and it’s an absolute must-stop on this milkshake trail. Their craft milkshakes are one of a kind, and easily a meal of their own. You’ll build your shake from the bottom up, adding all your favorite toppings, syrups, and more to create a one of a kind milkshake that will satisfy your sweet tooth.
Address: 624 South Carrollton Avenue, New Orleans, LA, 70118
- Frey Smoked Meat Co.
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Frey Smoked Meat Co./Facebook They may be known for their finger-licking-good BBQ, but the hidden gem at this Mid-City eatery is definitely the milkshakes. They’re always featuring new seasonal shakes to try, like the strawberry shortcake shake pictured above, but you can’t go wrong with one of their staples like cookie monster or Nutella Reese’s shakes.
Address: 4141 Bienville Street, New Orleans, LA, 70119
- Stanley
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Stanley/Facebook Situated in historic Jackson Square, a trip to Stanley’s is a must for any New Orleanian. Their brunches are legendary, and nothing kicks up brunch a few levels more than a boozy milkshake. Treat yourself to a white Russian milkshake or an Abita root beer bourbon float for a truly special treat.
Address: 547 Saint Ann Street, New Orleans, LA, 70116
- Company Burger
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Company Burger/Facebook For a more traditional milkshake, head on over to Company Burger. Choose from your standard flavors like chocolate, vanilla, or strawberry and prepare to have your taste buds blown away. And you know what goes great with a milkshake? One of their award winning burgers.
Downtown Address: 611 O’Keefe Avenue, New Orleans, LA, 70113
Uptown Address: 4600 Freret Street, New Orleans, LA, 70115
- Creole Creamery
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Creole Creamery/Facebook A trip to Creole Creamery has been a time honored tradition for many New Orleanians. Their unique flavors like lavender honey and creole cream cheese are a favorite for so many locals, it’s easy to see why this ice cream parlor made the list. Take your favorite flavor to the next level by making it a milkshake, you won’t regret it!
If you’re more of a snoball person, check out our previous article here so you can find all the best places to get a juicy snoball.
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Donald Cupit/Google
Brady Morgan/Google
Editor’s note: Unfortunately, this cafe has closed.Shake Therapy takes milkshakes to new levels, and it’s an absolute must-stop on this milkshake trail. Their craft milkshakes are one of a kind, and easily a meal of their own. You’ll build your shake from the bottom up, adding all your favorite toppings, syrups, and more to create a one of a kind milkshake that will satisfy your sweet tooth.
Address: 624 South Carrollton Avenue, New Orleans, LA, 70118
Frey Smoked Meat Co./Facebook
They may be known for their finger-licking-good BBQ, but the hidden gem at this Mid-City eatery is definitely the milkshakes. They’re always featuring new seasonal shakes to try, like the strawberry shortcake shake pictured above, but you can’t go wrong with one of their staples like cookie monster or Nutella Reese’s shakes.
Address: 4141 Bienville Street, New Orleans, LA, 70119
Debbie K./Trip Advisor
Stanley/Facebook
Situated in historic Jackson Square, a trip to Stanley’s is a must for any New Orleanian. Their brunches are legendary, and nothing kicks up brunch a few levels more than a boozy milkshake. Treat yourself to a white Russian milkshake or an Abita root beer bourbon float for a truly special treat.
Address: 547 Saint Ann Street, New Orleans, LA, 70116
Company Burger/Facebook
For a more traditional milkshake, head on over to Company Burger. Choose from your standard flavors like chocolate, vanilla, or strawberry and prepare to have your taste buds blown away. And you know what goes great with a milkshake? One of their award winning burgers.
Downtown Address: 611 O’Keefe Avenue, New Orleans, LA, 70113
Uptown Address: 4600 Freret Street, New Orleans, LA, 70115
Jesse Lemons/Google
Creole Creamery/Facebook
A trip to Creole Creamery has been a time honored tradition for many New Orleanians. Their unique flavors like lavender honey and creole cream cheese are a favorite for so many locals, it’s easy to see why this ice cream parlor made the list. Take your favorite flavor to the next level by making it a milkshake, you won’t regret it!
What’s your favorite milkshake flavor? Shout it out in the comments below!
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