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6 Of The Best Places To Get Milkshakes In Charlotte

Growing up Milkshakes were my favorite! I could rank just about every place in Charlotte by the quality of their milkshake. As I got older I drifted away from them…

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Growing up Milkshakes were my favorite! I could rank just about every place in Charlotte by the quality of their milkshake. As I got older I drifted away from them being my go-to beverage and dessert. But with today being National Chocolate Milkshake Day, I figured it was a good time to visit this frosty treat. There are many many places you can get milkshakes in Charlotte. Everyone knows to go to chains whether fast food or ice cream and their milkshake offerings. I will forever be a fan of Cookout milkshakes for one! But there are some more localized spots you may or may not have tried.  And those places are what this list is about!

We will visit six places around Charlotte, many with multiple locations, to discover some new shakes to try out. From local ice cream spots, burger bars with boozy options, or your classic 1950s milkshake. You can't go wrong with the basic chocolate or vanilla but the fancier flavors can be delicious as well. I have to say making this list made me crave a good shake. I guess my only decision now is which of these places to visit after work. Or maybe I can sneak away and no one would notice? What's your favorite place to get milkshakes in Charlotte? If I missed any let us know on social media!

Ninety's Milkshake Bar

Location: 9009 J M Keynes Dr #4, Charlotte, NC 28262

Located at the Shoppes at University Place Ninety's is your go-to for unique Instagram worthy dessert options in the Queen City.

Bad Daddy's Burger Bar

Location: Multiple

What goes better with a burger than a milkshake? How about a boozy milkshake? There are plenty of options for kid-friendly shakes as well including the Chunky Elvis, Salted Caramel Pretzel, and Cookies N' Cream.

Golden Cow Creamery

Location: Multiple

This Charlotte-based ice cream shop knocks it out of the park when it comes to flavors. They always have Rich Chocolate, Creamy Vanilla, Fresh Strawberry, Mint Chocolate Chip, Salted Oreo, and Dunkaroo. They also rotate through other flavors that all would make the perfect milkshake!

Park Road Soda Shoppe

Location: 4121 Park Road, Charlotte NC

Looking for an authentic 1950s-style soda shop milkshake? Look no further! Choose from vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, butter pecan, and more! Check out their website.

Ace No. 3

Location: Multiple

Another burger and boozy milkshake options come in the form of Ace No. 3. Options include Choc N' Screwed, Strawberry Shotcake, Crown & Caramel, and a seasonal option. The last time I was there it was Birthday Cake. That's what my dreams are made of! You can also order an all-ages milkshake if you prefer!

Two Scoops Creamery

Location: Multiple

Charlotte ice scream spot Two Scoops rotates through a wide variety of flavors throughout the year. Any of them can be made into a delicious milkshake!

Melanie Day is a graduate of North Carolina State University. She has worked for Beasley since 2012 in a variety of behind-the-scenes roles in both digital and promotions. Melanie writes about a diverse range of topics some of her favorites include travel, restaurants, Taylor Swift, and college athletics. When not at work you'll find her at a country concert or NC State sporting event.