A lot has changed since the 1930s, but not everything. For instance, Gilles Frozen Custard is still doling out fast food eats and sweet treats, just as it’s been doing since 1938. With more than 80 years under its belt, it takes the title of the state’s “oldest, continuously operating fast food restaurant.”

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Still going strong after more than 80 years in business, Gilles Frozen Custard is a Milwaukee landmark.

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Dating back to 1938, it’s touted as the oldest frozen custard stand in Milwaukee. It’s also one of the nation’s first frozen custard stands.

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Gilles Frozen Custard has been in the same location since day one.

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Throughout the decades, the building has undergone some changes.

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However, the fare, particularly the custard, hasn’t wavered. It’s as delicious as it was on day one!

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Classically creamy, the famous custard can’t be beat. Enjoy a simple scoop or a “fancy sundae.”

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There are also custard floats, root beer floats, shakes, and malts.

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Sweet treats make up just a portion of the menu, though.

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Offering much more than the name implies, Gilles Frozen Custard serves up a slew of fast food eats.

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The extensive menu features all the classics, including burgers, homemade sloppy Joes, hot dogs, fries, and onion rings.

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Local favorites, such as fried fish, brats, and cheese curds, also have a place on the menu.

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Drawing crowds and satisfying appetites since 1938, Gilles Frozen Custard isn’t just one of the state’s oldest restaurants…it’s also one of the most iconic.

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For more information, call Gilles Frozen Custard at (414) 453-4875. You can also visit the Gilles Frozen Custard website or Facebook page.

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So, did you know Gilles was the state’s oldest fast food restaurant? Ever visited? If so, what do you think of the food?

This isn’t the only eatery that’s withstood the test of time. Read about another of the state’s oldest restaurants here.

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Address: Gilles Frozen Custard, 7515 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, WI 53213, USA