I went back to the Blaine DQ on HWY 65 because it is in the running for best DQ in the Twin Cities Metro Area. The small cone is $1.19, which is more expensive than the White Bear Lake DQ at $1.09, but the aggregate cost is still less.
My cone was a bit mal-formed, but delicious, just the right blend of icy and marshmellowy.
The small cone was average sized, so, no points lost or gained.
The small cone was average sized, so, no points lost or gained.
Later in the day I went to the DQ on Coon Rapids Blvd in Coon Rapids with my parents. Small cones here are Free! Actually, my dad paid, which is very cool.
Small vanilla cone: $1.59
Medium: $1.99
Large: $2.39
Peanut Buster Parfait: $3.79 (Though they are on sale this month for $2.49!)
My cone was on the small-to average size, not very impressive. My mom ordered a chocolate dipped cone, but got a chocolate ice cream cone instead--there may have been some confusion in the ordering--but they made everything right by giving her a new cone and not charging her the increase in price.
My dad had a banana cream pie Blizzard and was a bit surprised that it came with whipped cream. Both said their ice cream delights were good. Mine was good, too. I just was not impressed with the volume of ice cream in a small cone.
The Coon Rapids Dairy Queen is one of those old barn-style DQ's, which I totally dig for my Brazier stores. The interior had those really tacky duck paintings on the wall, which I really think is inexcusable for any type of decor. Anywhere.
Blaine DQ
Coon Rapids DQ
An interesting thing to note is that both the Blaine and Coon Rapids DQs have similar signs. One point goes out farther than the other. There are differences, as you can see--one is a solid color, and one has a white edge--but they are similar enough that I think it is an exciting coincidence.
Also, if you have not seen your local DQ reviewed here, please let me know, I want to review your DQ, but have hit almost all the ones I find and I go about my life. I also welcome quest reviews--just be sure to get the prices for sm/med/large cones and a PBP. Thanks for your continued interest and support. - Mike
2 comments:
That Blaine DQ makes a mean PBP, too. I can attest to THAT.
Hi; please review the DQ in Roseville on Lexington just south of County Road D. The Lake Josephine public beach is right across the street. Thanks!
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