“For the first time, Newsweek and global data firm Statista are proud to award America’s Favorite Restaurant Chains in selected categories,’' Nancy Cooper, Newsweek Global Editor in Chief, wrote in an introduction to the winners. There are 220 winners in 16 categories, according to Newsweek.
Graeter’s was ranked in the Ice Cream and Frozen Yogurt category.
Other chains receiving five-star ratings in the category include Ben & Jerry’s, Cold Stone Creamery, Culver’s, Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers and Rita’s.
According to Newsweek, the 2022 rankings are based on a survey of customers and employees of the restaurants and their recommendations.
The restaurants were also assessed on taste of food, cleanliness, hygiene, transparency about ingredients, location, COVID-19 safety protocols, environmental issues, accessibility, quality of service and how they treat employees.
Graeter’s has been producing small batch French Pot ice cream since 1870.
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