If you are looking for the best ice cream in Grand Rapids, than Jersey Junction is the place for you. On a daily basis there are 28 delectable flavors for the choosing. Get your ice cream in a traditional ice cream cone or cup, or treat yourself to a waffle cone or waffle bowl.

Jersey Junction was founded by Doris VanAllsburg in 1936. It is located in the midst of a quaint shopping center called Gaslight Village. The village is known for their 40 gaslights and the last working gaslight is located at the Jersey Junction.
Even though it is their ice cream that is going to bring you in, it is the old fashion ambiance that is going to keep you coming back. Mrs VanAllsburg son is the amazing author Chris VanAllsburg, whose Polar Express is enjoyed by children both young and old during the holiday season. There is an autograph version of the Polar Express at Jersey Junction as well as one that runs the ceiling of the ice cream parlor.

That’s not all the place has to offer. There is a model of the original Jersey Junction that not only has working lights but a train as well. It explains the history behind the name of the shop. Also do not forget to sign your name to one of the school desks used for seating around the parlor.

Jersey Junction has more to offer than just ice cream however. Check out their assortment of nostalgic and novelty candies. There is sure to be something to satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth. If you need a little bit of food before indulging in the sweets, Jersey Junction can help with that as well. Enjoy a quarter pound hot dog or a brat. Kids can enjoy an uncrustable peanut butter and grape jelly sandwich.

When in Grand Rapids, there is no doubt Jersey Junction is the place to go. Not only does it the best ice cream around, but it offers a little bit more. It offers a simpler time when families can come together and make some enjoyable memories.