Best Gelato in Montreal

"Summer in Montréal unofficially begins in April when Ngoc Phan and Vincent Beck, the husband and wife team behind this Mile End institution, roll out their sorbet-pink awning and open their lime-green doors. The shop’s name translates to “third auntie’s ice cream” in Vietnamese, a nickname from Phan’s niece that attests to her signature soft serve skills. Made from scratch, the duo’s ice cream and sorbet flavours feature fresh ingredients like coconut-mango, passionfruit and lemon, and even durian, all sans artificials and preservatives."

"Kem CoBa, which translates from Vietnamese to “third auntie’s ice cream”, is the nickname given to Ngoc, the co-owner, by his niece. They serve their own wonderful homemade ice creams and fresh sorbets. The flavours are very original, made with excellent ingredients and the few ice cream cakes have some Asian influences."

"A post shared by Alison Slattery & Farah Khan (@twofoodphotographers) on Jul 4, 2018 at 3:54pm PDT. Ripples has been a Montreal staple since 1984 and while its younger competitors are all on board the soft serve bandwagon, it sticks with its tried and true scooped, hard ice cream. Founder, Richard Bernett, describes his approach to creating new flavours as “multi-ethnic” and it shows, with favourites like Fenni Rose, a combination of rose ice cream laden with candy-coated fennel seeds."

"Though tiny, this 300 square foot mainstay on the Main has been making waves since 1984 with its variety of funky flavours. Favourites among some 30 choices include Halvah, a sesame-butter based cream marbled with chocolate and nougats and Kulfi, an Indian-inspired mix of cardamom and nuts. But it’s staples like the Chocolate 6X and the award-winning French Vanilla that make the double scoop or return trip inevitable."

"Having been in the business for over 17 years, Ripples knows how to make delicious homemade ice cream, frozen yogurt, and sorbet. They’re claimed to be the best in the Plateau area with cool flavors such as green tea, chai, banana chip, kulfi, guava grapefruit, coconut, halavaran, chunky cheesecake, and so much more. This tiny spot is easy to miss but their ice cream is hard to forget!"

"First known for its quality ice cream and its sometimes very original flavours – butternut squash or red pepper for example -, the menu at Les Givrés also includes an out of the ordinary dessert: The Givré hot-dog. This is essentially the frozen dessert version of a hot-dog. Visit one of their two locations to taste this amusing creation or to try one of their various flavours."

"The owners Martin and Alexandre offer one of the best artisanal ice creams in town!. Their ice cream is fantastic and definitely ranks with the best in town. It’s available in some grocery stores, however, it’s way more fun to enjoy it at either of the Les Givrés locations, either on de Castelnau East street or Masson street."

"Open all year round, Les Givrés specializes in unique and crazy flavours in either ice cream or sorbets. Try their matcha green tea ice cream, strawberry rhubarb, caramel apple pie, pineapple coconut, and many more. Everything is free of artificial flavours and colouring."

"Come for the coffee and stay for the gelati at this Petite-Patrie-based Italian eatery. Everything from fusilli primavera to cannoli can be ordered from the menu of its upstairs restaurant, but it’s the adjoining gelateria that has earned Roberto its reputation. Recipes passed down from the family’s gelateria in Italy have been used since 1982 to craft artisanal classics like pistachio, tiramisu, Baci chocolate, mint stracciatella and more."

"Roberto’s is a café/bistro that has been in operation since 1982, selling sandwiches, salads, coffees and a few Italian products. But it’s at the adjoining « Gelateria Roberto » where the myriad of gelati will tempt your tastebuds. This is gelati made with high-quality ingredients, free of preservatives and artificial additives."

"For a lot of Montrealers, Roberto’s is the only place for authentic Italian-style frozen desserts. The gelateria and restaurant has been around 1982. There’s a variety of pasta for sale, too."

"150 Mont-Royal East Avenue | (438) 383-4034Bring your camera and get ready to take plenty of Instagrammable pictures here!. Make sure you check out the taro flavoured ice-cream and get the churros as well, they really compliment the ice-cream!. Spots are limited, especially on a summer day, we recommend to take your rice icecream for a walk to the park!"

"Piña colada bowls, watermelon bowls, churros, the Blueboy is the place par excellence for an extraordinary ice cream treat. The place stands out not only by its retro décor and atmosphere but also by its decadent desserts worthy of real American dinners of yesteryear. Gourmet and colourful experience guaranteed."

"First founded in 1983, Bilboquet’s original outpost in Outremont is now just the tip of the iceberg for this glacial franchise which dominates the city’s cup and ball game with multiple locations and widespread distribution. Signature handmade flavours include the Moka Fouili with coffee, chocolate and crunchy caramel toffee, and the rowdy Brou Ha!"

"When the line stretches down the block virtually year round, you know the place has something special to offer. In this case, it's the ice cream. Made in-house, the ice cream varieties are often unusual, depending on what sorts of fruits are in season and what the staff feels like making and in what combinations."

"Specializing in home made sorbet and ice cream, Bilboquet has the best variety of flavours for every person. They use pure and natural ingredients including real milk and cream and lots of fresh fruits. That’s why their ice cream always tastes so fresh and flavourful."

"This Mont Royal mainstay got its start in 1942 when newlyweds Hymie and Freda Shkolnick (RIP) took over Bancroft Snack Bar across from what once was a hockey rink. Word about Freda’s mish-mash omelette and Hymie’s bowling nickname “Beauty” quickly spread, and the rest is history. Nowadays it’s hard to come by a blue booth or counter stool without a short lineup, but the wait is nothing that a Beauty’s Special—a bagel sandwich with lox, red onion, capers and cream cheese—can’t make better."

"One of my friendliest food experiences in Montreal was breakfast at family-owned Beauty's. Beauty's Restaurant was founded in 1942 by Hymie & Freda Sckolnick when they bought the Bancroft Snack Bar. As their luncheonette grew in popularity, patrons began referring to it by Hymie's bowling nickname, Beauty's."

"Seventy years later Beautys is still serving fresh, homemade food on the same corner. Ninety year old Hymie & his son Larry, along with his children, are proud to welcome customers from all over the world."

"Walk up a steep set of indoor stairs at this de la Gauchetière address and you’ll find yourself stepping into what’s surprisingly one of Chinatown’s lesser-known restaurants—maybe because it’s exactly the kind of place you may want to keep for yourself. Tables can be tough to secure and reservations are recommended, unless a 45-minute wait standing in the abovementioned stairway sounds appealing to you. But once you’ve experienced their razor clams dressed in garlic-soy-sesame sauce, or their steamed chicken with jellyfish, you’ll understand what the hype is all about."

"Seafood is the thing to order at this Cantonese restaurant in Chinatown: steamed razor clams with soy and garlic sauce, scallops on the half-shell with glass noodles, baked lobster with ginger and onions, clams in black bean sauce, salt and pepper squid and king crab bigger than your head. Try to order ahead of time; they tend to run out of the favourites early on."

"A staple on Chinatown’s rue de la Gauchetière, Restaurant Keung Kee is the definition of Cantonese comfort food. High-quality ingredients are used for each item on their diverse menu, and their spice blends have been elaborated to perfection. Our recommendation: Half-barbeque roasted duckWhere to order from: Skip The Dishes, Uber Eats, Fantuan"

"Almost hidden next to the century-old Segal's grocery store, Le Vieux serves affordable, ample breakfast plates daily as of 6:30 a.m. (7:30 a.m. on Sundays). A quiet staple on the Main for decades."

"Highlights of this popular sweet shop focus on doughnuts including a new vegan citrus offering called grapefruit burst. Other popular doughnut flavors here include the lime coconut,caramel maple bacon- a real Canadian treat, milk chocolate mousse (it is French after all) and passion fruit. Traditionalists will appreciate the Boston cream and lemon meringue as well as the cinnamon sugar."

"Hidden in the trendy streets of St-Henri, Léché Desserts is whipping up awesome doughnuts with wonderful flavour combinations, some of which include peanut butter and jelly,double chocolate brownie and lemon meringue!. These sinful pleasures are definitely worth the visit. Our personal favourite is the raspberry doughnut ($3.05) exploding with jam that tastes just like Mom’s."

"Ta Pies, or Tourtière Australienne, brings “rapid cuisine from Australia and New Zealand” to the heart of Québec. Ta Pies specializes in the iconic meat pie, often considered the national dish of both countries. Ta Pies offers a huge variety of these quick-to-eat pies, piping hot with flavors ranging from classic beef and cheese to butter chicken."

"A long beloved post-bar option in Chinatown, purple neon lights and a colourful late-night crowd make Mon Nan a reliably entertaining option. For those looking to satisfy a craving for Cantonese during more respectable hours, it’s still a good choice for shrimp toast, roasted pork and a perfectly steamed Dungeness crab."

"This family-run Chinatown venue has been a favourite since 1982, thanks to a wide-ranging menu of Chinese classics served up by chef Joe Lee. Don’t miss their seafood specialties, crispy duck, and Yeung Chow fried rice; it’s all good. Available online for takeout and delivery."

"If you are looking for great value for money and a great variety of meals, the restaurant Mon Nam is for you!. Also located in Chinatown, this unpretentious restaurant will make you discover flavors of China!. photo credit : Maison Kam Fung"

"We can’t make a list of the best sushi in Montreal without naming Sakura Gardens — after all, it is Justin Trudeau’s favourite restaurant. We can understand why: their simple menu offers a variety of authentic Japanese recipes."

"Despite the city’s love for all things beige and fried, good fish and chips aren’t that easy to find in Montreal. However, this beloved Mile End restaurant — now expanded, with locations in Verdun and the Plateau — has you covered. There’s a fish and chips trio option, where golden battered cod comes with sides of fries and salad."