Frozen custard is a Missouri thing, and the state takes its concretes seriously. A concrete is custard blended so thick that you can turn the cup upside down and nothing falls out, which is exactly the point.
From St. Louis walk-up windows to lake-town favorites, these stands have built loyal followings for good reason. Here are nine Missouri spots where the spoon stands up straight and the flavors keep people coming back.
1. Ted Drewes Frozen Custard, St. Louis, MO
Serving custard since 1930, this Chippewa Street landmark is about as close as Missouri gets to a custard temple. The concrete became famous here for a simple test: flip the cup over and the custard stays put.
Everything is dished out through a walk-up window, so there is no table service and no fuss. You order, you get your treat, and you find a spot in the lot or along the street.
The menu runs deep with concretes, sundaes, malts, and ice cream sodas. Try the Dutchman Delight sundae or a Cinna-Crunch concrete if you want something with character.
Sitting right on historic Route 66 at 6726 Chippewa St, it draws road trippers and locals alike. Hours run daily from 11 AM to 10:30 PM, and mornings are the calmest if you want to skip the weekend evening rush.
2. Andy’s Frozen Custard, Springfield, MO
Springfield is where Andy’s grew from a single stand into a name Missourians recognize instantly. The Campbell Avenue location keeps things quick with both a walk-up and a drive-thru window.
Concretes here are cups of custard blended with your choice of mix-ins until thick and rich. The Triple Chocolate Concrete is a favorite for people who want chocolate stacked on chocolate.
Beyond concretes, the menu covers custom sundaes, banana splits, and the Ozark Turtle Sundae with its caramel and pecan combo. The custard leans on the rich side, so a smaller size often does the trick.
You will find it at 2726 S Campbell Ave, open late every day of the week. Friday and Saturday evenings get busy, so a weekday stop keeps the line short.
3. Randy’s Frozen Custard, Osage Beach, MO
Down at Lake of the Ozarks, Randy’s has turned into one of the busiest stops around, especially when the weekend crowds roll in. The draw is a huge lineup of mix-ins that lets you build your own concrete.
The space is small, clean, and well kept, with indoor seating and free wi-fi if you want to linger. Outdoor seats are available too for warm lake days.
Concretes come with an enormous roster of flavor choices, plus local favorites you can add on top. Sundaes and shakes round out the menu for anyone not in a concrete mood.
Find it at 4681 Osage Beach Pkwy, open most days from noon, though it closes on Tuesdays. Weekends fill up fast, so plan around the crowd if you can.
4. Sheridan’s Frozen Custard, Kansas City, MO
Kansas City keeps its custard game strong at this Grand Boulevard stop, set inside a shopping center near downtown. The texture is the headline here: smooth, rich, and made to hold up in a concrete.
You can build your own concrete or lean on the classics like the Butter Pecan Concrete and Cookie Dough Concrete. The Royal Turtle Sundae is another go-to for caramel and nut fans.
The menu stretches into cones, smoothies, coffee drinks, and even pies like the Dirt and Worm Pie for the playful crowd. If you just want plain custard, the flavor list is simpler than the concrete options.
Located at 2450 Grand Blvd Ste 119, it works well for groups and kids. Hours run from 10 AM on weekdays, with a later close on Friday and Saturday.
5. Fritz’s Frozen Custard, Florissant, MO
Florissant’s neighborhood favorite leans into an old-school feel, complete with oldies music playing while you wait. Fritz’s makes its custard creamy and smooth, then blends it thick for the concretes.
A rotating flavor of the day cycles through roughly ten or twelve varieties, so the menu shifts as you visit. Specialty concretes and sundaes fill out the rest of the board.
Turtle sundaes, malts, and frozen fruity treats give you plenty of directions to go. The Chocolate Overload and a classic Banana Split are easy crowd pleasers.
The stand sits at 1055 St Catherine St and welcomes dogs outside, plus it keeps a quiet, casual vibe. Open daily from 11:30 AM to 10 PM, it makes a simple stop after dinner or on a slow afternoon.
6. Skeeters Frozen Custard, Overland, MO
Dozens of concrete flavors is not an exaggeration at this Overland stand, and the variety is the whole personality of the place. Skeeters is family owned and built around custard and concrete desserts.
The building is small, with picnic tables out back and outdoor seating for warm evenings. A drive-through keeps things moving when the line builds.
Seasonal flavors and created-just-because specials keep the roster changing, alongside a solid range of cones and sizes. The custard itself stays smooth and creamy under all those mix-ins.
You will find it at 9622 Lackland Rd, open Thursday through Sunday from 3 to 10 PM, so plan your visit for the back half of the week. Sunday and Friday evenings tend to draw the biggest crowds.
7. Silky’s Frozen Custard, Ellisville, MO
The name says it all: silky, smooth custard that leans on its base flavor rather than piling on toppings. In Ellisville, that reputation keeps the line wrapped around the building on busy nights.
Both drive-through and walk-up service move the crowd quickly, so even a long line clears fast. Concretes, sundaes, and cones make up the core menu, with plenty of toppings and nuts to choose from.
The base vanilla custard carries the concretes here, giving them richness before the mix-ins even arrive. Fun flavor names like Muddy Sneakers keep younger guests happy.
Set at 16043 Manchester Rd, it stays open until 10 PM most nights and 11 PM on Friday and Saturday. Evenings are the busiest window, so mornings and early afternoons are your best bet for a short wait.
8. Mr Wizard’s Frozen Custard and Yogurt, St. Louis, MO
A longtime fixture on Big Bend Boulevard, Mr Wizard’s has quietly become a staple for St. Louis custard fans. The setup is basic, but the concretes are the reason people keep circling back.
The German Chocolate concrete is a standout, built with chocolate custard layered through nuts, coconut, and caramel. The vanilla custard carries a light marshmallow note that gives the concretes their own signature.
Beyond concretes, you can grab soft-serve custards and yogurts, shakes, sundaes, and take-home quarts. Dogs are welcome at the outdoor seating, which makes it an easy walk-and-treat stop.
The stand is at 2101 S Big Bend Blvd, open Tuesday through Sunday from noon to 9 PM and closed Mondays. Weekend evenings are the busiest, while weekday afternoons stay calm.
9. St. Louis Frozen Custard Factory, Webster Groves, MO
Creative flavors and a convenient drive-thru make this Webster Groves stop an easy grab near the Rock Hill area. The custard comes out smooth and creamy with no icy chunks getting in the way.
Concretes are the main event, customizable with mixed flavors and generous toppings served in real amounts. Playful add-ons like gummy worms give kids something to look forward to.
There is a patio if you want to sit, plus the drive-thru for anyone in a hurry. Sundaes and creative flavor combos round out the menu.
You will find it at 9418 Manchester Rd, open daily from 11:30 AM to 10 PM. Thursday and Saturday evenings are the busiest, so an off-peak visit means a shorter wait for your concrete.
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