Five ice cream shops made the cut, and a few of the results might surprise people who thought they already knew the local favorites.

After nearly 5,000 votes, voting has finally ended.  Did your favorite ice cream shop in Southwest Michigan land in the top 5?  Get the full scoop below.

 

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5 Best Ice Cream Shops in Southwest Michigan According to Your Votes

#5. Caruso’s Candy and Soda Shop in Dowagiac

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Address: 130 S Front St, Dowagiac, MI 49047

Tap here for Caruso’s Candy and Soda Shop's website.


 

#4. Apple Knockers Ice Cream Parlor in Vicksburg

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Address: 220 W Prairie St, Vicksburg, MI 49097

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#3. Big Dipper in Schoolcraft

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Address: 104 E Eliza St, Schoolcraft, MI 49087

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#2. Hayloft Ice Cream Parlor in Decatur

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Address: 45502 M-51, Decatur, MI 49045

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#1. Plainwell Ice Cream Co in Plainwell

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Address: 621 E Bridge St, Plainwell, MI 49080

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Don't see your favorite ice cream shop in Southwest Michigan in the top 5?  See the full poll results below.

 

 

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