Summer isn't complete without a visit (or several) to your favorite local ice cream shop. Especially those corner stores that are only open seasonally, there's nothing better than an open sign on your neighborhood creamy whip. Kentucky is a great state for ice cream lovers and one spot in Louisville has been treating the community for over 40 years. Dairy Kastle is an ice cream shop in Kentucky that serves up the creamiest soft serve and other specialties and if it's not already a tradition, it's time to make it one.

It says a lot when an eatery in Kentucky has spanned generations and Dairy Kastle in Louisville has done just that.

It served its first ice cream cone over 40 years ago and locals have enjoyed these sweet, creamy treats ever since. The corner ice cream shop opens in the spring and stays open throughout the season.

There are many things to love about Dairy Kastle but the simple soft serve cone is the highlight.

Prices are great and you can choose from a small, medium, or large cone. They also offer waffle cones, flurries, frozen bananas, millkshakes, and more.

The menu at Dairy Kastle is actually quite large for an ice cream shop.

You can enjoy any variation of your favorite sweet treat and it's all served up with a smile. Have your snack at one of the concrete tables or take it along with you to gobble up on your way.

There are a few surprises at Dairy Kastle and one of them is their dairy-free options, so everyone can enjoy an ice cream treat.

The dairy-free flavors rotate and they also have sugar-free varieties. While there really aren't "healthy" options on the menu, you can still treat yourself here, no matter your dietary restriction.

The menu also includes a number of food options and the chili dogs are a must.

The BBQ pork sandwich is also a favorite and their combos are such a great deal! You can get a chili dog, chips, and a drink for just $3, and then don't forget to save room for ice cream.

Everyone loves a trip to Dairy Kastle, even its furry neighbors.

Bring along your dog and ask about the sundae that's just for them. Fido will love gobbling up a little ice cream topped with doggy treats.

At peak times, the line at Dairy Kastle can seem a little daunting.

But don't let it deter you! It moves quickly and the creamy soft serve is worth it. If you're anywhere near this ice cream shop in Kentucky this summer, be sure to stop by for a treat.

Dairy Kastle is a charming ice cream shop in Kentucky that's served the Louisville area for over 40 years. Countless memories have been made at its concrete tables and generations of happy customers have enjoyed the creamiest soft serve and the tastiest chili dogs you'll find anywhere. When you do visit, keep in mind that they only accept cash!

Is a visit to Dairy Kastle in Louisville a tradition for your family? What other local ice cream shops do you love? Let us know in the comments!

For more information on Dairy Kastle, visit its website here. The shop is open seasonally Monday - Saturday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday 12 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Address: 575 Eastern Parkway, Louisville, KY 40217

And for more of the best ice cream spots in Kentucky, check out this mouthwatering ice cream trail featured in a previous article here.