Dining
$25 gift card at Homer's Ice Cream - Wilmette IL
- Item Number
- 205
- Estimated Value
- 25 USD
- Sold
- 25 USD to hg3ccee65
- Number of Bids
- 5 - Bid History
Item Description
In 1935, restaurant owner Gus Poulos created his first batch of homemade ice cream that was far richer and more satisfying than any other in that era, anywhere in Chicago. Word traveled fast about the quality of Homer's Ice Cream.
Its humble beginnings as a two-table ice cream parlor did not last long. Soon people from all around, up and down Chicago's North Shore came to Homer's. In fact, Homers Wilmette Restaurant and Ice Cream Parlor, located at 1237 Green Bay road in Wilmette, IL is the original location.
Legend has it Al Capone, having a lakefront house in nearby Glencoe, was a frequent visitor and most appreciative customer. Al Capone spent many hours in the Wilmette location and always had an unusual entourage. He was one of Gus' most pleasant customers.
Gus' two sons, Steve and Dean, who grew up in Wilmette, continue to carry on their father's devotion to providing the finest quality ice creams and toppings to their customers. They still make ice creams the old-fashioned way: thick, heavy, and so very delicious.
Today, many prominent dignitaries and entertainment stars religiously request varieties of Homer's Ice Creams sent to hotel suites, private homes, and assorted entourages when in Chicago. You can also find Homer’s in many of Chicago’s finest restaurants.
The winner of this auction receives a $25 gift card to use at Homer's store in Wilmette, in person only. Pistachio recommended highly!
Item Special Note
ADDRESS
1237 Green Bay Road
Wilmette Illinois 60091
(847) 251-0477
info@homersicecream.com
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