By now, most of us have accepted the idea that taking photos of our food is sometimes satisfying. This is particularly true when someone crafts a decadent dessert so "Instagrammable," we can't help but give it a photoshoot before we devour it. Fortunately for us, the milkshakes and sundaes at The Yard, Washington's only dedicated milkshake bar, are definitely meant to be photographed. But rest assured, they are just as delicious as they appear. So whether you're a foodie looking for your next favorite spot or happen to be wondering "who has the best milkshakes," you'll quickly discover what makes The Yard so special.
The Yard is located on the Vancouver Waterfront, which has been named one of the top 15 river walks in the country.
The waterfront, which borders the mighty Columbia River, is now home to tons of new restaurants, tasting rooms, and unique spots like this.
The milkshake bar was originally founded by husband and wife team Logan and Chelsea Green, who appeared on Shark Tank a few years ago to promote the concept.
Logan and Chelsea both have entrepreneurial backgrounds, and their vision has been a great success.
Currently, The Yard has 19 operating locations across the U.S., with more on the horizon.
Vancouver's location is the only one in Washington at this time... so if you don't live in the area, this treat will require a bit of a road trip.
The milkshakes here are unbelievably creative. And that's the idea.
Co-founder Chelsea Green knew she wanted her dessert shop to be like nothing else in the country, so she made one-of-a-kind milkshakes the main focus.
While every location has some classic combinations, there are some specialty shakes that are only available at select locations, as well as some monthly specials.
There are dairy-free and gluten-free options for those with food sensitivities, and if you're not in the mood for a giant shake, you can get a Specialty Bowl (a sundae), treat yourself to some edible cookie dough, or simply indulge in a scoop or two of ice cream.
Did we mention there's always a cold case full of scrumptious shakes to go?
This place truly has something for everyone.
The Yard is an essential experience for milkshake lovers everywhere.
The Vancouver location is open daily, although hours vary.
So... which of these delightful milkshakes from this epic milkshake bar will you try first? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below -- we would love to hear from you! And if you're curious to learn more about these iconic milkshakes, watch the brief YouTube video below:
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