Best Dessert in Waukesha

"Since 1942, Leon’s Frozen Custard has been serving up scoops and sundaes out of their little stand on 27th Street. It is open year round, and I can honestly say I have never driven past without seeing a line of people waiting their turn to order. People go out of their way to stop at Leon’s on their lunch break, even if it means eating in their car on a below zero day!"

"This drive-in custard stand is open year round, so you can get fresh frozen custard and classic soda fountain favorites whatever the weather. In addition to delicious frozen treats and a limited menu of sandwiches, Leon’s stylish 1950’s neon details and sign make it a popular spot to photograph…after enjoying a few scoops of custard, of course!"

"It's summer in Milwaukee, even though it doesn't feel like it. That's OK. Milwaukee still gets frozen custard in subzero temperatures. Get some of Milwaukee's best frozen custard for your picture, or pose in front of one of Leon's neon signs that look straight out of the 1960s (and probably are)."

"Only in Milwaukee does a beer-flavored ice cream make sense. And at Purple Door Ice Cream, their frozen desserts are adults-only treats and contain 1-3 percent of alcohol. Purple Door Ice Cream parlor is located in the historic Walker's Point area of Milwaukee, and it is a popular place where people go for their favorite scoop of ice cream or just to see what new concoction the owners Lauren and Steve Schultz have come up with."

"Next up is Walker's Point's Purple Door Ice Cream, situated at 205 S. Second St. With 4.5 stars out of 340 reviews on Yelp, the spot to score ice cream and frozen yogurt has proven to be a local favorite. Among the 20 flavors are beer and pretzels, ginger, garam marsala and black licorice."

"Purple Door is known for turning out delicious local ice cream in small batches. They offer many unique flavors, like Whiskey, Lemon Cardamom, and Beer & Pretzels, as well as classics like Butter Pecan, Vanilla and Chocolate Sorbet. Grab a sundae or take home a pint for later."

"Located in the Bay View neighborhood of Milwaukee, Babe’s Ice Cream has offered vegan ice cream for many years and continues to be more and more vegan-friendly. There are at least two vegan ice cream flavors per day — my favorites are Raspberry Nebula Soy and Espresso Oreo Soy — yum! Vegan shakes and ice cream cakes are also available. If you’re looking for some bakery wrapped into your ice cream treat, Babe’s features brownies and cookies from East Side Ovens, a local vegan bakery, in its sundaes and ice cream sandwiches."

"A cute old-fashioned ice cream parlor in Bay View with vegan ice cream, milkshakes, ice cream cakes, and chocolate-dipped bananas. A fun place to stop on a warm summer night (they're closed mid-November through spring)."

"Bluemound HeightsWhat you’re getting: Those Things, grasshopper piesGilles is the oldest custard stand in Milwaukee, having opened in 1938. You can get the usual flavors of the day, but if you want something different, you can ask for one of Those Things. It’s a chocolate-covered cookie and vanilla custard pop on a stick, and it’ll make you feel like one of the cool kids."

"Milwaukee’s oldest operating stand, Gilles Frozen Custard has been open since 1938. That’s almost 80 years of custard!. In addition to serving delicious frozen custard, shakes, malts, sundaes, and floats year round, Gilles offers a full menu of casual American eats from burgers to fish fry."

"Although they have locations all over the states, Culver’s is a Wisconsin classic, with 136 of the franchise. No other state even comes close!. If you’re from here, you’ve probably had it."

"However sometimes the workers forget things or don’t wait for the cars to pass them. Kind of a safety issue."

"This mobile mini-donut bar (yes, that actually exists!) makes balls of dough into perfectly shaped mini-donuts right before your hungry eyes. Check out their festival and farmer's market schedule on their website."

"3809 W Vliet St, Milwaukee, WI 5320/Various farmer’s markets & festivalsDistance from campus: 2.3 miles. Starting as a side project, Pete’s Pops is now known for his unique popsicle flavors. You’ve probably seen him around with his rainbow umbrella and small ice cream cart around town."

"Frozen Yogurt & Goodies1349 Wauwatosa Ave., Wauwatosa, 414-988-5365; 2205 N. Calhoun Rd., Brookfield, 262-649-3128Specialty: Weigh and pay. You choose from three cup sizes and top your froyo with more than 35 toppings."

"Whether or not you place any stock in its VPN badge (Vera Pizza Napoletana, the official designation of “True Neapolitan Pizza” by Naples-based Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana), San Giorgio produces objectively satisfying wood-fired pizza. With airy, chewy crust, lightly charred undercarriage, proper leoparding around the edges, stretchy wet mozzarella, and bright San Marzano carnage for optimal pop on Instagram, any of the house pies might rank as the best in town. If possible, wait for your pickup at the pizza bar, where you can fall in love at first sight as your pizza emerges from the blaze of the 900-degree Stefano Ferrara oven."

"Ever-changing special exhibitions, featuring old masters, self-taught artists, modern American print-making and photography, contemporary art from around the world, and more are on display in this free museum on the Marquette University campus."

"Located on the Marquette University campus, this free museum features an impressive permanent collection, an ever-changing array of exhibitions, and a full calendar of free performances, gallery talks, workshops, and more!"

"In the Grohmann’s primary exhibit, The Man at Work, find an extensive collection of paintings and sculptures – billed as “the world’s most comprehensive” – showcasing the evolution of human work over time. If you visit, be sure to check out the rooftop sculpture garden as well. Great for its views of that part of downtown, but even more spectacular for the workmanship atop the roof."

"The Lynden Sculpture Garden is the former home of Harry and Peg Bradley. In May 2010, they opened their doors to the public, permitting everyone to enjoy the tranquility and beauty for which these 40 acres of woodlands have become famous. The lovely lakeside park is studded with intriguing sculptures, while the inside galleries hold contemporary exhibits that contain thought-provoking paintings and other works on paper."

"If sculpture art is more your thing, head to Lynden Sculpture Garden, which is about the same drive as to Hales Corners, and still in the city of Milwaukee, near where I-43 meets West Brown Deer Road. Its 40 acres are open year-round and filled with ponds, sculpture art and rotating exhibits, a grand place to work off all the food you ate earlier in Walker’s Point."

"The experience of monumental sculptures in nature is great for families. Weekly "art drop-in" sessions introduce kids 6-11 to a new artmaking technique."