Fans call for return of discontinued ice cream parlor chain and Dairy Queen rival famed for 'massive

FANS have called for the return of a popular desert spot - years after the beloved chain's last location shut.

Farrell's Ice Cream Parlour, a once huge rival for Dairy Queen, was an ice cream and sandwich chain that was around for decades.

The parlor, which opened in 1963, was known for its giant sundaes and retro design.

It was a fun family-friendly restaurant where customers could find their favorite meals on menus printed like an older newspaper.

Founded by Robert Farrell, within seven years his one parlor in Portland, Oregon expounded to 50 new locations by 1970.

But despite eventually expanding nationwide, the success would eventually wain.

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The last parlor shut down in December of 2019, in Brea, California.

At the time, people were devastated to learn of the news.

“Farrell’s in Brea is closed," one person wrote on their Facebook page.

"So sad… It was so much fun. It is going to be missed.

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"Tonight I drove by all the lights are out. People were standing at the door trying to see in, I think they were hoping for some of their favorite Ice Cream."

Despite it being four years since the last store closed down, fans of Farrell's Ice Cream Parlour still look back on its franchise with fond memories.

"I loved Farrell’s Ice Cream Parlour! Went there often with my parents!" on person wrote.

"When I would talk about the place, no one remembered it and would not believe me that it ever existed."

"My favorite was always the hot-fudge sundae from Farrell's Ice Cream Parlour!!!!! With that triangle wafer biscuit stuck in it.

"Mmmmmm! And their sandwiches! Man, I miss that place," wrote another user.

However, those who are still craving their massive sundaes can still hold onto a little bit of hope.

In a 2019 interview with VC Star, Marcus Lemonis admits that he was not done with the franchise.

“I’ll hold onto it until I find another opportunity, even a smaller concept like a quick-serve, and trademark it,” he said. “I’ll put it on the shelf and wait for the right window.”

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