Charlie's Creamery
6 East Downer Place, Aurora, IL 60505
Bakeries
Gourmet ice cream parlor in the heart of downtown Aurora.
Charlie's Creamery is a family-owned gourmet ice cream parlor highlighting Aurora's rich multicultural heritage through collaborations with neighboring businesses and non-profits, creating delicious unique flavors that reflect the community's spirit. Located at the historic Silverplate Manufacturing building in the heart of downtown Aurora, Charlie's Creamery is a delectable destination in every season, for any reason, with a frequently rotating selection of seasonally relevant flavors and charming decor.
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