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10/18/2026
It’s today!! 🎃🎃🎃
Hunting for a fresh look this Halloween? Our annual Halloween Costume Swap gives you the chance to dig up incredible costumes gently used by others but still new to you.
Bring your own pre-loved costumes to swap, and you’ll be entered in a raffle to win a free 3-month ice cream pint subscription from Bartleby’s!
Get in the Halloween mood with specials, events, and activities throughout the day featuring our awesome local business partners:
• Dig into Bartleby’s Graveyard Sundae featuring creepy gummies from Sour Streak !
• Make your own ghost and monster decorations with yarn donated by Knit 1 Chicago !
• Bring the kids to Drag Story Hour with Halloween books provided by Partners in Crime Bookshop !
• Enjoy delicious Kite String | Chicago Gluten-Free Taquitos , made fresh at our shop!
• Get a tarot card reading by soli | thee creative swiss army knife ✨🔪 —appropriate for all ages!
Head to link in bio for full details!
10/13/2026
The BartleBook Club is turning 1! 🥳📖🍨
Join us on November 5 for the one-year anniversary meeting of our in-shop book club! As a nod back to the literary classic that started it all—Bartleby the Scrivener by Herman Melville—we’re picking up another historical read, Hard Times by Charles Dickens. Come for the critique of capitalism, stay for some ice cream and a toast to our anniversary!
Our book club is free to attend—just RSVP at the link in our bio to make sure you get a spot.
10/12/2026
And we quote: “That cake was amazing!!! It was absolutely gorgeous. It was also the best tasting ice cream cake I’ve ever had … I appreciate all your communication as well as your delicious and artistic work.” 🥰🥰🥰
Another superstar performance by our cake decorator Megan!
10/10/2026
Get your nose in here and smell these pumpkin spice waffle cones!👃Also eat them! 👅 Recommended ice cream pairings: Coffee Pistachio Crunch (pictured), Pumpkin Cheesecake Chocolate Chip (of course), Salted Caramel, Honeycomb Crunch, Brown Butter Bourbon Pecan … what scoop are you getting?
10/07/2026
Today and tomorrow are your last chances for the season to catch Roberto and the BartleBike at local farmers markets! Today you can find him Ravenswood Community Farmers Market and tomorrow at Lincoln Square Farmers Market. The weather is looking lovely 🧿 and so is our ice cream!
10/03/2026
Meet our vegan ice cream’s new favorite cookie: vegan and gluten-free chocolate chip from Defloured! As ice cream makers who love to make you say “I can’t believe that’s vegan,” we are thrilled to be partnering with the magicians Defloured Bakery. Try these incredibly satisfying sandwiches this morning Horner Park Farmers Market or anytime at our shop.
10/01/2026
We’ve been having some very exciting conversations with the coffee experts Sip Society! We’re talking espresso drinks, affogatos, house-made syrups, and who even knows what other goodness we might cook up together.
Drop a cup ☕️ in the comments if you would come to Bartleby’s for coffee on a weekday morning!
Opening Hours
| Tuesday |
1pm - 10pm |
| Wednesday |
1pm - 10pm |
| Thursday |
1pm - 10pm |
| Friday |
1pm - 10pm |
| Saturday |
1pm - 10pm |
| Sunday |
1pm - 10pm |
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Bartleby’s Ice Cream Cakes in Chicago is a highly anticipated addition to the city's dessert scene, set to bring artisan ice cream and frozen treats to North Center. The team behind Bartleby’s is clearly dedicated to creating a unique and inviting space, as evidenced by their collaboration with talented designers and even their furry friend, Ziggy the dog, who has become an unexpected but welcome member of the team.
With a focus on attention to detail, from their brand artwork to the vintage glass ice cream dishes they are acquiring, Bartleby’s is shaping up to be a visually stunning and charming establishment. The passion and creativity that the team exudes in their social media posts promise an exciting experience for ice cream enthusiasts in Chicago.
As they continue to develop new recipes and search for the perfect store manager who shares their love for ice cream, customer service, team leadership, and cleanliness, it's clear that Bartleby’s Ice Cream Cakes is not just about serving delicious treats but also about creating a warm and welcoming environment for all who walk through their doors. Keep an eye out for this upcoming gem in Chicago – it's sure to be a delightful addition to the city's culinary landscape.
