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Aug 24, 2022

Athens, TX, is a wonderful place for families for a variety of reasons. It’s within driving distance of Dallas, Waco, and Tyler, TX. And with plenty of shopping, fishing, and outdoor activities, there is always something to keep the kids entertained. Another great thing about Athens is all the fantastic restaurants where you take the family to cool off with a frozen treat. Here are 3 spots around town with the best ice cream.

Braum’s

Braum’s is proud to own and operate their own farms and ranches, so you know you’re getting the freshest food you can get. They have way more than just dessert too! They also have a fresh market where you can pick up dairy, meat, and produce, and a sit-down restaurant. Braum’s really is an all-in-one stop where you can get your grocery shopping done, skip having to cook dinner, and treat the family to a frozen treat all at once!

Benson’s Eats and Treats

An Athens staple since 1949, you can’t go wrong taking the family to Benson’s for either a full meal or just a quick treat. They are famous for their burgers, so it’s worth trying one while you’re there. If you love a little spice, the hornet stinger burger is sure to make your mouth water. It’s made with a homemade jalapeno cheddar bun, jalapeno bacon habanera cheese, and chipotle sauce.

As far as desserts go, Benson’s has plenty to choose from. Get something simple, like a brownie, or go all out with a waffle bowl sundae. They also have floats, shakes, slushes, and freezes, all in a variety of flavors. Even on the hottest of days, Benson’s has something for everyone to cool down with.

Treehouse Cupcakes & Frozen Treats

The best part of getting a frozen treat here is watching staff mix your topping into a sundae by hand. They pour the cream onto cold metal and mix in the toppings by scraping and chopping. Treehouse Cupcakes has plenty of other sweet treats to choose from too. The cupcakes are some of the best in town, and their coffee is even better than Starbucks. They even have breakfast if you need some fuel to get you through the day.

There are plenty of places in Athens to bring the family cool down with a frozen dessert. But if you want to take the whole family, you will need a car big enough to fit everyone. At Brinson Ford, we have you covered. The Ford Explorer is big enough to take all the kids for a special treat, so no one feels left out. Give Brinson Ford a call today to test drive the Ford Explorer!