You may not realize it, but you probably have a Borden’s product in your house right now. Sure, milk is the standard staple, but the product line extends from dairy milk to dips, and even condensed milk (which is probably the item that’s been sitting on your shelf for a few years now.) Borden’s is a bit of a household name for folks in the south, and if you’re in the heart of Cajun Country, then there’s a very special ice cream parlor that’s serving up delicious Boden’s ice cream. When it comes to the best ice cream in Louisiana, Borden’s is at the top of the list!
Borden’s Ice Cream Shoppe has been a local landmark for Lafayette since 1940.
Aaron Swafford/Google These parlors used to pepper the country, but today this is the last remaining Borden’s Ice Cream Parlor in the United States, and we are lucky to have it in our backyard!
Even with a few renovations over the years, the shop maintains that old-school, ice cream parlor vibe from the nifty fifties.
Borden’s Ice Cream Shoppe/Facebook The perfect atmosphere, honestly.
You can even see one of the original cash registers on display.
VA/Google A lovely nod to the history of the place.
Borden’s boasts more than 20 different flavors of ice cream, all made from Borden’s products.
Te Anne/Google You’ll find all the classics like chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry and also several unique creations as well as sorbet, and even a few savory options! You can’t go wrong with chili cheese nachos or a hearty chili dog.
Get yours by the scoop, by the cone, make it a shake, or go nuts with a sundae or a banana split.
Borden’s Ice Cream Shoppe/Facebook And don’t forget about the toppings! The best ice cream in Louisiana pairs perfectly with Elmer’s Gold Brick Topping, another locally owned business. It seals the deal (literally) on your ice cream for a perfect hard-shell crunch.
The hardest decision is going to be picking a flavor!
Borden’s Ice Cream Shoppe/Facebook Pro tip: get a scoop of your top two (or three) that catch your eye.
Visit Borden’s website for a full menu, and be sure to follow them on Facebook so you never miss out on any specialty flavors of the month. While you’re in the area, you may want to check out what Lafayette’s Jockey Lot is up to. This massive flea market boasts hundreds of awesome vendors and brings out a huge crowd every weekend.
Aaron Swafford/Google
These parlors used to pepper the country, but today this is the last remaining Borden’s Ice Cream Parlor in the United States, and we are lucky to have it in our backyard!
Borden’s Ice Cream Shoppe/Facebook
The perfect atmosphere, honestly.
VA/Google
A lovely nod to the history of the place.
Te Anne/Google
You’ll find all the classics like chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry and also several unique creations as well as sorbet, and even a few savory options! You can’t go wrong with chili cheese nachos or a hearty chili dog.
And don’t forget about the toppings! The best ice cream in Louisiana pairs perfectly with Elmer’s Gold Brick Topping, another locally owned business. It seals the deal (literally) on your ice cream for a perfect hard-shell crunch.
Pro tip: get a scoop of your top two (or three) that catch your eye.
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Address: Borden’s Ice Cream Shoppe, 1103 Jefferson St, Lafayette, LA 70501, USA
