STATELINE SWEET SPOTS
where to cure your sweet tooth in Beloit & the Stateline area
Summer is here, and what better way to cool down than with a refreshing ice cream treat? Beloit and the Stateline Area offer a range of options to satisfy your cravings. Whether you’re in the mood for ice cream, freshly baked goods, chilled smoothies, or candies, you’re guaranteed to find the perfect treat for your sweet tooth craving!
BAGELS & MORE
324 State St, Beloit, WI 53511
Bagels & More has been a local favorite in Beloit since its opening in 1996. They use fresh ingredients sourced from the Beloit Farmers’ Market and nearby organic farms. The kitchen bakes up daily treats, like muffins, scones, bagels, cinnamon rolls, coffee cakes, brownies, and cookies, all made from scratch. Stop in for breakfast or lunch and even take a treat to go. They also have gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options available.
Sign up for the Beloit & Beyond Loved by Locals Trail and make Bagels & More your next trail stop! Once you sign up and visit different locations, you will be on your way to start earning cool Beloit prizes.
DEEDEE’S MAIN STREET COFFEE & DECOR
101 W Main St, Rockton, IL 61072
Downtown Rockton is home to many fantastic shops and restaurants, including the cozy DeeDee’s Main Street Coffee & Decor! Inside you will feel at home with a welcoming fireplace seating area, unique signs, and more. Enjoy specialty coffees, teas, and a variety of snacks. Whether you’re craving freshly brewed coffee along with a bakery treat like donuts, danishes, cupcakes, cookies, muffins, cheesecakes, pies, or more, DeeDee’s has got you covered!
Check DeeDee’s off your list on the Beloit & Beyond Loved by Locals Trail while you enjoy a coffee and treat!
DOUBLE B FARM COUNTRY STORE & CAFÉ
2777 S Brostuen Rd, Beloit, WI 53511
Double B Farm Country Store & Café is a unique rustic farm setting for families and friends to enjoy a great farm-fresh meal. At the café, they offer breakfast and lunch, featuring their renowned “duck butt” muffins topped with an icing drizzle. On certain Saturday nights in the summer, order custom wood-fired pizzas and sit outside to listen to live music. Kids will have a blast meeting the goats, ducks, chickens, and pigs. At the Beloit Farmers’ Market on Saturdays, you can even grab duck butt muffins and mini donuts from their food truck trailer.
Find the Pizza Night schedule on their Facebook page.
DULCE VIDA
1817 Prairie Ave, Beloit, WI 53511
Dulce Vida is a friendly, family-owned Mexican ice cream shop where you can satisfy all your sweet tooth cravings and more! They offer a delicious range of treats, including popsicles, sundaes, smoothies, and juices. If you’re feeling hungry, grab some tacos, quesadillas, tamales, or corn in a cup, perfect for pairing with a sweet treat afterward. With over 36 flavors of popsicles and 30 types of ice cream, there’s something for everyone!
Stop by Dulce Vida and check in on the Beloit & Beyond Loved by Locals Trail!
FLYING PIG
431 E Grand Ave, Beloit, WI 53511
Flying Pig has been a staple in the Stateline Area for over 15 years! What began as a food truck specializing in shaved ice has now become a popular downtown Beloit destination for treats. Flying Pig offers a diverse selection including ice cream, bubble tea, smoothies, coffee, lemonade, popcorn, cookies, and more. Be sure to try their renowned shaved ice, they have over 150 flavor combinations!
Swing by for a sweet treat, and don’t forget to sign up for the Beloit & Beyond Loved by Locals Trail, as they are a stop to check in.
M&M DARI RIPPLE
470 Blackhawk Blvd, South Beloit, IL 61080
Since 1952, M&M Dari Ripple has served South Beloit with soft serve ice cream, sundaes, and shakes. Their seasonal ice cream spot is ideal for enjoying an afternoon treat at their picnic table seating area. This summer, on Mondays from 6-8pm, you can relax with a cool treat while listening to Beloit Memorial Jazz Band performances. They are open daily and also offer snacks such as hot dogs, walking tacos, and other small bites.
While you enjoy your ice cream treat, check in on the Beloit & Beyond Loved by Locals Trail!
NORTHWOODS PREMIUM CONFECTIONS
314 State St, Beloit, WI 53511
Step into nostalgia at Northwoods Premium Confections, an old-fashioned candy shop located in Downtown Beloit! You’ll find a great selection of fine chocolates like homemade truffles, candy bars, and fudge, along with nostalgic candies, popcorn, and ice cream. Kids will enjoy choosing from a wide variety of sweet, salty, and sour treats. Don’t forget to grab a Beloit chocolate bar and some Beloit Mix popcorn while you’re there! You can also find them at the Beloit Farmers’ Market on Saturdays, making it convenient to satisfy your sweet tooth while you shop.
Northwoods Premium Confections is a stop on the Beloit & Beyond Loved by Locals Trail, so check in while you are there!
OLD FASHION BAKERY
1255 Park Ave, Beloit, WI 53511
Old Fashion Bakery has a rich history spanning nearly a century, starting from its establishment in 1933. While they are known for their custom cakes and breads, they also bake other small treats like donuts, cookies, danishes, cupcakes, turnovers, and more. If you ask a local about their shortbread cookies, chances are they’ve had one, two, or multiple! Their breads and other small baked goods can also be found at Woodman’s grocery store in Beloit. Whether you’re stopping by the bakery for a special occasion or grabbing a quick sweet treat, it never disappoints!
MORE SWEET TREATS AWAIT AT THESE SPOTS:
- Blender Café – Loved by Locals Trail stop!
- Dairyhäus – Loved by Locals Trail stop!
- Danny’s Donuts & Bakery
- Fatt Cat Café
- Jerry’s Bakery
- Kauffman’s Country Store
- La Blanquita Bakery
- La Michoacana Tropical Oasis
- Shopiere Soda Shop & Ice Cream Bar
- Sugar Britches – Loved by Locals Trail stop!
- The Mix – Loved by Locals Trail stop!
