Craving soft serve that hits the sweet spot without fuss? Dari Dip at 5469 Central Ave, Portage, IN 46368 keeps things classic with cones, sundaes, Hurricanes, and old school novelties in a friendly, neighborhood setup. It’s an easy stop for families after the park, teams celebrating a win, or anyone who just wants a dipped cone on a warm evening. The spot is well known locally for quick service, fair pricing, and a menu that covers both simple scoops and over the top treats.
Welcome To Dari Dip
About Dari Dip
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Service options
Drive-through
Takeaway
Delivery
Dine-in
Popular for
Solo dining
Dining options
Table service
Amenities
Toilet
Atmosphere
Casual
Trending
Trendy
Crowd
Groups
Payments
Credit cards
Debit cards
NFC mobile payments
Credit cards
Children
Good for kids
Menu Dari Dip
Soft Serve
Cones
2,29 $
Dipped Cones
2,89 $
Waffle Cones
4,90 $
Waffle Cone Sundae
4,99 $
Kids Cup
2,39 $
Shakes - Floats
4,90 $
Sodas - Freezes
4,90 $
Sundaes
3,39 $
Nuts Or Extra Toppings
0,60 $
Dips
0,60 $
Twinkle/Sprinkles
0,99 $
Doggie Cup
2,49 $
Non-Fat Sugar-Free Yogurt
Cones
3,69 $
Yogurt Sundae
4,59 $
Waffle Cone
5,90 $
Waffle Cone Sundae
5,99 $
Kids Cone
2,59 $
Kids Cup
2,69 $
Hurricanes
Banana Pudding-Banana Split- Cotton Candy -M&M
4,69 $
Brownie Fudge Nut-Butterfinger-Cheesecake-Heath
4,69 $
Choc.almond-Choc.banana-S'mores-Snickers
4,69 $
Choc.covered Cherry-Cookie Dough-Reeses Cup
4,69 $
Dirt N' Worm-Fruity Pebbles-Hawaiian-Turtle-Oreo
4,69 $
Nerds-Nestle Crunch-Rocky Road-Reeses Pieces
4,69 $
Chocolate Covered Banana
Extra Candy
1,19 $
Ice Cream Cakes
6" (Serves 4-6)
18,99 $
8" (Serves 8-10)
27,99 $
10" (Serves 12-16)
31,99 $
1/4 Sheet (Serves 20-24)
37,99 $
Take Home
Bars Or Sandwiches (Vanilla-Chocolate-Swirl)
2,69 $
Peanut Fudge Bars
3,29 $
Choc. Chip Sandwiches
3,19 $
Quarts
6,99 $
Specialties
Choc. Covered Bananas
2,59 $
With Nuts
2,89 $
Eli's Cheesecake Bars (Reg. Or Choc.chip)
4,39 $
Food
Value Meals Add 5.00 (Includes Fries & 20oz Drink)
Vienna Hot Dog
3,89 $
Chili Or Cheese Dog
4,19 $
Chili & Cheese Dog
4,59 $
Vienna Polish Sausage
4,89 $
Corn Dog
3,90 $
Fries
3,69 $
Chili Or Cheese Fries
4,90 $
Chili & Cheese Fries
4,59 $
Chicken Tenders
6,29 $
Bbq Pork
4,99 $
Pizza Puff
3,89 $
Nachos With Cheese (Extra Cheese Or Chili 1.29)
3,89 $
Bosco Sticks
3,99 $
Funnel Fries
4,90 $
Drinks
Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Root Beer, Lemonade
2,39 $
Slushes
2,79 $
Slush Floats Or Freezes
4,90 $
Bottled Water
1,79 $
Shakes-Sundaes Flavors & Toppings
Banana-Banana Berry-Blk. Rasp.-Cherry
Blueberry-Butter Pecan-Butterscotch-Pineapple
Chocolate-Choc.chip-Hot Caramel-Strawberry
Hot Fudge-Marshmallow-Mint-Peanut Butter
Deluxe Treats
Peanut Fudge Parfait-Banana
5,59 $
Split-Double Delicious-Strawberry
5,59 $
Shortcake-Hot Fudge Brownie Supreme
5,59 $
Upside Down Banana Split
Quarts
7,99 $
Hurricane Cakes
Cupcakes
3,69 $
Hot Food
Hot Dog
3,89 $
Value Meal
8,89 $
Chili Or Cheese Dog
4,19 $
Corn Dog
3,90 $
Bbq Pork
4,99 $
Polish Dog
4,89 $
Pizza Puffs
3,89 $
Nachos W/Cheese
3,89 $
Fries
3,69 $
Chili Or Cheese Fries
4,90 $
Chicken Tenders (4)
4,90 $
Treats
Nuts
1,19 $
Extra Toppings
1,19 $
Sundaes • Hurricanes
Butterscotch • Butter Pecan • Black Raspberry
Slush Flavors
Blue Raspberry
Lime
Cherry
Grape
Orange
Strawberry
Flavors & Toppings
Banana-Banana Berry-Blk. Rasp.-Blueberry-Butter Pecan-Butterscotch
Cherry-Chocolate-Choc.chip-Hot Caramel-Hot Fudge-Marshmallow-Mint
Peanut Butter-Pineapple-Strawberry
Ice Cream Cakes Add-Ons
Edible Image Picture
Hurricane Cakes
Cupcakes
Cupcakes
Slush Pops
Slush Pops (Blue Rasp., Orange, Cherry, Grape, Lime)
Yogurt Flavors
Cheesecake
Vanilla
Nonfat
Cones
Waffle Cones
Sundae
Cones
Kids
Sm
Med
Lg
Yogurt
Choc. -Butterscotch -Cherry -Blue Rasp. -Sprinkles -Cotton Candy
Others
Slush Pops
1,99 $
Pizza (Large)
5,19 $
Nacho
3,79 $
Chili
4,00 $
Hot
5,99 $
Chili
4,49 $
Co
9,49 $
Bbq
5,90 $
Polish
Bary's
Slush Floats
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What’s on the menu
Dari Dip sticks to the hits. You’ll find Hurricanes (soft serve blended with candies or cookie mix ins), sundaes, shakes and malts, Upside Down Banana Splits, and a roster of novelties like chocolate covered bananas. If you’re feeding a crowd, cakes and party friendly pints show up on seasonal posts and partner listings, along with a reminder that ice cream cakes can be special ordered.
Popular picks people talk about
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Hurricane (Double Heath, Oreo, or Reese’s) the blend that regulars photograph most often; thick, sweet, and built for spoon only sessions.
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Upside Down Banana Split vanilla chocolate swirl, strawberries, pineapple, chocolate syrup, banana, whipped cream, cherry on top.
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Cherry Dipped Cone nostalgia in a shell; that quick snap before the soft serve melt.
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Fudge Parfait layered and rich; an easy share for two if you’re sampling.
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Funnel Fries carnival energy in a tray, handy for groups and kids.
Vibe and pace
Think throwback walk up stand energy with a steady line at peak hours and lots of smiles when orders land. Community snapshots call out quick turn times and a bright, family friendly mood. Seasonal posts hint at a short winter break, then reopening as the weather warms, which fits the classic ice cream stand rhythm. If you like to sit a minute, outdoor space and the casual flow make it easy to linger with a sundae.
How to order like a regular
Roll with a two item plan so you cover both spoon and cone:
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One Hurricane with your favorite candy mix in (Heath or Oreo are crowd favorites).
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One dipped cone cherry or chocolate for that perfect crunch to cream bite.
If you’re sharing, add an Upside Down Banana Split for the table and ask for extra napkins. Cake on your mind for a birthday or team party? Listings mention ice cream cakes on hand with special orders available; call ahead for specifics.
Practical notes
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Address: 5469 Central Ave, Portage, IN 46368
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Phone: (219) 763 7002
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Hours: common listings show around 11:00 AM 10:00 PM, with later closing in peak summer; times can shift by season, so a quick call helps.
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Ordering: walk up counter; delivery options appear through partner apps under “Dari Dip inside Yo Amazing” for the broader Portage area.
Brand snapshot
Category: Ice cream and frozen desserts Known for: Hurricanes, sundaes, dipped cones, banana splits, chocolate covered bananas Service style: fast, friendly, and made to order soft serve treats Extras: ice cream cakes and seasonal promos highlighted on social posts; partner menus show classic novelties and sundae builds with clear topping lists.
Why locals keep it in the rotation
Feedback points to speed, portion value, and variety easy wins when you’re wrangling kids or capping off a lake day. Reviews also mention a handy mix of simple cones for purists and loaded cups for sweet tooth chasers, which makes group orders painless. If you’re near Central Ave and a soft serve mood hits, Dari Dip answers fast and hits all the nostalgic notes.
Short wrap up
Dari Dip delivers Hurricanes, sundaes, dipped cones, and banana splits from its Central Ave stand, with seasonal hours, quick service, and a “bring the kids” vibe that keeps Portage coming back
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