The Brown Cow

The Brown Cow is a nationally awarded, old-fashioned ice cream parlor located on Madison Street. They offer super premium hand-crafted ice cream and root beer, locally roasted coffee, decadent ice cream cakes, and birthday party packages in a circa 1913 movie theater. Along with catering and takeout services, their specialties include coffee. Since opening in 2004, The Brown Cow has been serving up happiness and now has summer hours from 11 am to 11 pm every day. Their limited-time Latin-inspired flavors are sure to delight anyone's taste buds. Pre-order a custom ice cream cake or grab a pint of your favorite flavor today!
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Recent social media posts

10/16/2026

10/13/2026

Count Scoopula Says:

Get your movie tickets for The Brown Cow Nickelodeon before they sell out!

Check out the Events page on our website for more details and how to get tickets.
📽 Spooky Movies
🍿Yummy Made-From-Scratch Treats
🍨 Fun Halloween Ice Cream

See you at the theater! 🤎🐮

P.S. Vote for Count Scoopula during the Invasion of the Scarecrows event in Forest Park!

10/08/2026

10/03/2026

📽Join us at The Brown Cow as we turn our old style theater building back into a theater! 🎞

Our back room will completely transform for one evening in October to help celebrate the spooky season. With an old Nickelodeon Theater vibe, one ticket grants you entrance to view the movies as you see fit. Watch one or stay for all three. Treats and bottled waters will be included with admission.

Visit our Events page at www.browncowicecream.com for all the details.

See you at the theater! 🤎🐮

09/16/2026

Fall Flavors are trickling in! Apple C***r Donut, Pumpkin, Steamed Scoops, Cute Cookies, and Classic Carrot Cake. Come see what Fall has to offer! 🤎🐮

09/14/2026

🤎🐮 The Brown Cow Missed Connections 🐮🤎

These lovely ladies have been hanging with us for about a week. While I can think of worse places to be lost at, we are having a hard time keeping up with their round the clock ice cream demands. I am calling all community members to help us again! Please help us find their kid and their home!

If these ladies do belong to you or someone you know, please reach out so we can reunite you! 🤎🐮

09/11/2026

Pie Filling Sundaes now available! Strawberry, Blueberry or Apple pie filling with ice cream and homade streusel. See you at the parlor! 🤎🐮

09/04/2026

Tag everyone you know with this first initial! See you this weekend! Have a safe and fun Labor Day Weekend! 🤎🐮

Address

7347 Madison Street
Forest Park, IL
60130

To get to Madison Street in Forest Park via public transportation, take the Green Line of the Chicago L Train system and get off at the Forest Park station. From there, it's a short walk to Madison Street.

Alternatively, if you're driving and need to park your car, you can find metered street parking on Madison Street or in nearby parking lots.

Opening Hours

Monday	12pm - 10pm
Tuesday	12pm - 10pm
Wednesday	12pm - 10pm
Thursday	12pm - 10pm
Friday	12pm - 10pm
Saturday	12pm - 10pm
Sunday	12pm - 10pm

Website

http://www.browncowicecream.com/

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What people say

The Brown Cow on Madison Street in Forest Park is a nationally awarded old fashioned ice cream parlor that has been serving up happiness since 2004. This charming establishment features super premium handcrafted ice cream and root beer, locally roasted coffee, decadent ice cream cakes, and birthday party packages in a circa 1913 movie theater. The Brown Cow also offers catering, group services, outdoor seating, and takeout options.

One of the highlights of The Brown Cow is their delicious coffee which is a specialty of the restaurant. Their homemade ice cream is also a must-try with flavors like Triple Chocolate and Chocolate Peanut Butter being some of the most popular choices. In addition to their regular menu items, The Brown Cow also celebrates special occasions like Pride Month by offering limited edition treats such as their Rainbow Cow ice cream and homemade 7-layer rainbow cake with buttercream frosting.

The Brown Cow is not just known for its delectable treats but also for its commitment to spreading joy and positivity. They are currently hiring full-time and part-time positions to join their team of happiness curators. With its cozy ambiance and friendly staff, The Brown Cow is the perfect spot to indulge in some sweet treats or grab a cup of coffee with friends or family any day from 11am - 11pm.