A short drive from downtown Phoenix sits a working dairy where the milk goes straight from the source into glass bottles, and those same bottles come back for a two dollar deposit. Regulars carry their empties in crates like it is the most natural thing in the world, then walk out with fresh milk, flavored jugs, and thick scoops of ice cream.
There is an antique milk truck parked inside, butter churning classes on the calendar, and flavors that rotate with the seasons. This is a spot where old habits meet new treats, and where a rough day can turn around over a single shake.
Keep reading to find out exactly where it is, what makes it worth the trip, and how to plan your own visit.
A Working Dairy Just Off the Freeway
Tucked into Laveen Village at 6024 W Southern Ave, Laveen Village, AZ 85339, this creamery store belongs to a full working dairy that bottles and sells its own products right where they are made…