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About Us

Our Story

Welcome to Parachute Ice Cream and Hotdog — the Highlands' newest neighborhood walk-up window! Look for the little blue and cream building near the intersection of Speed Avenue and Bardstown Road. Our compact, less-than-200-square-foot space proves that big ideas can come in very small spaces. We proudly serve premium late-night bites with an aviation-inspired twist.

Our Mission

Bringing big flavors to a small space, we are dedicated to providing the Highlands
with premium ice cream and satisfying specialty hot dogs late into the night.

Rich Ice Cream

We proudly serve farm-fresh ice cream from Chaney's Dairy Barn, boasting 16% to 17% butterfat for unmatched creaminess.

Specialty Hot Dogs

Enjoy our 100% all-beef hot dogs, including a satisfying 10-inch, gluten-free option perfect for when you're really hungry.

Aviation Theme

With subtle nods to the skies, our menu features flight-inspired branding like the Windy City Drift and the Smooth Landing.

Late-Night Eats

We keep our window open until 2 a.m. on weekends to satisfy the late-night crowds in the vibrant Highlands.

Mahdi Tella

Owner & Founder

Before launching Parachute, Mahdi Tella worked as a data scientist for Delta Airlines. Spotting a need for late-night food options in the Highlands after the pandemic, she brought her big ideas into a small, sub-200-square-foot space. Blending her aviation background into the creative menu, Mahdi built Parachute to serve rich, quality ice cream and satisfying hot dogs to her local community.

We Are Hiring!

Join our fun, fast-paced environment in the heart of the Highlands.
We offer flexible hours, great perks, and plenty of ice cream.

Our Standards

Farm-fresh ice cream straight from Chaney's Dairy Barn

100% all-beef and 10-inch gluten-free hot dog options

Unique flight-inspired menu items honoring our roots

Open late-night for the Highlands community

Big flavor served from a compact, neighborhood walk-up window