Leesville’s Dairy Queen at 190 Alexandria Highway has new owners and management.  Dairy Queen opened its first US location in Joliet, Illinois, in 1940.  The DQ opened in Leesville in 2019.  The new owners look forward to supporting education in Vernon Parish and have some novel marketing ideas.

Use your DQ app now to get a BOGO on Blizzards through September 22.  New Blizzard flavors for the fall include French Silk Pie, Oreo Fudge Brownie, Reese’s Pieces Cookie Dough, Salted Caramel Truffle, Caramel Java Chip, Royal NY Cheesecake (filled w/strawberry) and Pumpkin Pie.  Old School Blizzard flavors are also on the menu, like Mint Oreo, Turtle Pecan Clusters, Frosted Animal Cookies, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough and Cotton Candy.

Dairy Queen began selling malts and shakes in 1940; banana splits in the 50’s.  You will find them and all your favorites still on the menu: Peanut Buster Parfaits, Sundaes, Dipped Cones, Dilly Bars, and more.

Dairy Queen Signature Stackburgers are made with 100% pure beef and come in a variety of flavor profiles.  This month try the Backyard Ranch Burger.  It’s a mouthful paired with fries, onion rings or cheese curds.  The DQ menu features something for the whole family,  including chicken strip baskets, tacos, taco salads, steak fingers, hot dogs, and a big kid’s selection.  Dairy Queen will soon bring back Garlic Parmesan Chicken Strips.  Just returned menu items include a White Mocha shake and Frozen Hot Chocolate.

The Leesville location of Dairy Queen is open seven days a week:  Sunday through Thursday from 10am-10pm, Friday and Saturday from 10am-11pm.  You’re invited to grill and chill at Dairy Queen, 190 Alexandria Highway.