When it comes to ice cream, more is always better. While we here in South Dakota are blessed to be surrounded by so many great ice cream shops, one stands out as being both delicious and serving the most humungous of portions, which is the can’t-miss, sugary-sweet Armadillo’s Ice Cream Shoppe:

Welcome to Armadillo's Ice Cream Shoppe: a can't-miss, old-fashioned parlor located in the heart of Rapid City.
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Opened in 1996, Armadillo's is a Rapid City institution that offers not only a unique assortment of ice cream but also a colorful and comfortable place to enjoy your cold treat.
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Why go to Armadillo's for your ice cream fix? While we could list a million reasons, we will focus on the ice cream itself, which comes in an assortment of original flavors like Magic Brownie, Mike's Peach Cobbler, and Salty Dog.
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While you can always get a cone or dish with your favorite flavor, we recommend going big with one of Armadillo's ice cream novelties, which include malts and shakes, sundaes, banana splits, and slushies.
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Folks, when we say go big, we mean it, as Armadillo's piles their cones, dishes, and sundaes high with tasty ice cream and toppings.
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For a full list of flavors and treats, please visit Armadillo's Ice Cream Shoppe's website.
Want to make an entire evening out of your trip to Armadillo's? Lucky for you, the parlor even serves a delicious food menu consisting of soups, sandwiches, walking tacos and nachos, and more.
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Armadillo's Ice Cream Shoppe is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. from March 1st through October 31st.
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Address: 130 Main Street, Rapid City, SD 57701

Now we want to hear from you: Which flavor at Armadillo’s is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! While you are in Rapid City, be sure to also check out This Firehouse In South Dakota Is Actually A Restaurant And You’ll Want To Eat Here.

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