When it comes to ice cream, Delaware is one of America’s hidden gems. We’ve got more dairy farms, creameries, and ice cream shops per capita than anywhere else… I think! Okay, so other than that made up (but totally believable) bit of fake news, read on for the realest news you’ll see today – the lines outside of Dairy Palace may wrap around the building, but they’re so worth standing in to get some of the best ice cream in Delaware.

Dairy Palace has been a Delaware landmark since they served their first cone in 1956.
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Today, you'll notice the line that wraps around the building any time you drive by in the summer!
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The expansive choice of flavors, toppings, and sundae styles keep Delawareans coming back all season long to feast on their favorites.
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To some, there's nothing better than a Dairy Palace Banana Split!
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Others prefer the soft serve sundaes, like this Rocky Road creation.
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Seemingly endless toppings create dozens of soft serve sundae styles, and like any good old fashioned ice cream shoppe, you can get a truly delicious milkshake here, too.
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If you're a purist, you can't go wrong with a classic vanilla ice cream cone topped with rainbow sprinkles.
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The Dairy Palace makes their own ice cream sandwiches, too.
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Stop by for lunch and try a hot dog or chili dog with some chips and a chocolate shake to really feel like you've stepped back in time.
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Whether you visit for a lunchtime treat for an after dinner snack, this roadside ice cream stand in Delaware is worth the wait.
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Dairy Palace is located at 2 Jay Dr., New Castle, DE 19720. It’s right across the street from the airport on 202, and you can’t miss the bright sign and giant ice cream cone! They’re open from 11 a.m to 10 p.m. from Sunday to Thursday, and they stay open until 11 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.

Dairy Palace has been a cash-only establishment for generations, so be sure to visit an ATM if necessary before getting in line.

If you’re on a quest to find the best ice cream in Delaware, you’ll want to gather a crew of like-minded friends and try all of the ice cream shops on our Mouthwatering Ice Cream Trail In Delaware That’s All You’ve Ever Dreamed Of And More. It’s the sweetest trip you’ll take all summer.

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