Decadent Frozen Delights Found Around the City

There are frozen treats for all in the ICT. The Wichita State University Admissions staff share their order at their favorite spots around the city, which include a mix of local staples and popular chains.

Frost

Opened in 2020, Frost is a must-go for those with a sweet tooth. The business focuses on house-made, super-premium, artisan ice cream and baked goods. It is nestled in the College Hill neighborhood of Wichita near popular dining locations in Clifton Square, making it the perfect dessert stop.

Staff favorites at Frost:

Emily Phung – Biscoff ice cream
Laurel Houk – Coffee ice cream
Savana Larrison – Chocolate ice cream

Paleteria La Reyna

Apart from its Mexican cuisine, Paleteria La Reyna is well-known for its delicious desserts. They have a variety of homemade ice cream flavors on top of also serving raspas (snow cones) and paletas (ice pops).

Staff favorite at Paleteria La Reyna:

Elsie Hernandez – Mango with chamoy

Palacana

Formerly Paleterias Tropicana, Palacana was started in 2004 and has six locations – one in Wichita and five in the greater Kansas City area. They specialize in authentic Michoacán-style Mexican ice cream, paletas, fruit cocktails, smoothies, churros and traditional Mexican cuisine.

Staff favorite at Palacana

Tais Solis – Lemon

Wu enjoying a Shocker Jackhammer at Andy's.

Andy’s Frozen Custard

Three of Andy’s 150 locations across 15 states are in Wichita, including one next door to Frost in College Hill. Andy’s was started in 1986 in Missouri and specializes in quick-service frozen desserts with a wide variety of treats and flavors – including the Wichita-exclusive Shocker Jackhammer!

Staff favorites at Andy’s

Autumn Bennett – Strawberry shortcake in the summertime!
Darlene Bailey – Starwana
Nikky Bloomquist – Triple chocolate concrete

Braum’s

While it was technically founded in Oklahoma City – where today’s HQ is located – Braum’s origins are traced back to Kansas where its founder, William Henry “Bill” Braum, was raised. After celebrating 50 years in 2018, Braum’s boasts more than 300 locations across Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, Missouri and Arkansas. Apart from having delicious ice cream, Braum’s is also known for its fresh market grocery inside its locations, and its array of burgers, chicken, salads and breakfast.

Staff favorites at Braum’s

Maria Vo – Cappuccino chunky chocolate
Kayla Klein – Mint chocolate chip or peppermint
Dawsyn Long – Cookies n' cream

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers

Named after local Freddy Simon and co-founded in 2002 with his sons Bill and Randy alongside friend Scott Redler, Freddy’s has catapulted into international fame. The first location was established in Wichita and Freddy’s headquarters remains in the city today. The restaurant is popular for its vintage steakburgers and fries and frozen custard, concretes, shakes, malts and more! It boasts nearly 500 locations across 37 states and is expanding into Canada.

Staff favorites at Freddy’s

Bobby Gandu – Mint Oreo
Emily Pittman – PBC&B sundae! Peanut butter cups and bananas, you can’t go wrong with that!

More staff selections!

There were several more selections picked by the admissions staff and still more to discover in the city outside of our list.

Milkfloat – A delight in the heart of one of Wichita’s most walkable districts – Delano. Milkfloat is a small-batch bakery that also offers a wide variety of craft coffee, tea and beverages along with decadent ice cream.

Freezing Moo – Specializes in rolled ice cream that is made right in front of you! If you’ve never had rolled ice cream, the local food blog Wichita by E.B. did a great rundown of the process and result.

Dairy Queen – It wouldn’t be an ice cream list without arguably the most recognizable chain in the business. Dairy Queen has more than 6,000 locations worldwide reaching 27 countries.

Our staff in the admissions office hopes you found this list helpful on your journey to discovering new and exciting spots for frozen delights. Come see us on campus and let us know what your favorite is!