'Losing a part of history.' After 54 years, Mr. K's closes iconic ice cream shop Friday
âLosing a part of history.â After 54 years, Mr. Kâs closes iconic ice cream shop Friday Mr. Kâs started as a little ice cream stand called Zestoâs before adding a building at the same location in South End. (Source: RICHARD M. BROOKS OBSERVER FILE PHOTO) By Catherine Muccigrosso | March 5, 2021 at 9:17 AM EST - Updated March 5 at 9:17 AM CHARLOTTE, N.C. (Charlotte Observer) - The iconic and beloved Charlotte restaurant and ice cream shop Mr. Kâs Soft Ice Cream in South End is officially closing. A local institution for over half a century, Mr. Kâs was ...