Nothing says quality like premium high-butterfat ice cream made the old-fashioned way with real cream, sugar, and eggs. Ted & Wally’s, owned by brother-and-sister team Joe and Jeanne Pittack, even uses vintage freezers and primarily locally-sourced ingredients to create a wide spectrum of unique flavors available at two locations.
“We do everything from scratch,” Jeanne said. “There are a lot of chain places, and there is a lot of factory ice cream at the grocery stores. We do something special, something different.”
In a modern twist, Ted & Wally’s has created vegan and keto-friendly options. Patrons can also enjoy Cajun fare from A Taste of New Orleans via its food truck at the downtown location or in their shared restaurant at the Benson location.
Ted & Wally’s originated at the downtown location in 1984 and thrives nearly 40 years later, especially with the re-opening of the Gene Leahy Mall, Joe said. Both locations continue to enjoy brisk business, serving both longtime patrons and new generations of ice cream lovers
Ted & Wally’s
Old Market:
1120 Jackson St.
Omaha, NE 68102
402.341.5827
Benson:
6023 Maple St.
Omaha, NE 68104
402.551.4420
This profile originally appeared in the 2024 FACES of Omaha, presented by Omaha Magazine. To see the full book, see ourbrflipbook here.
