
Nearly 5000 Votes Crowned The Best Ice Cream Shops In Southwest Michigan
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.

5 Best Ice Cream Shops in Southwest Michigan According to Your Votes
#5. Caruso’s Candy and Soda Shop in Dowagiac

Address: 130 S Front St, Dowagiac, MI 49047
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#4. Apple Knockers Ice Cream Parlor in Vicksburg

Address: 220 W Prairie St, Vicksburg, MI 49097
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#3. Big Dipper in Schoolcraft

Address: 104 E Eliza St, Schoolcraft, MI 49087
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#2. Hayloft Ice Cream Parlor in Decatur

Address: 45502 M-51, Decatur, MI 49045
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#1. Plainwell Ice Cream Co in Plainwell

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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