50 Best Ice Cream Shops near East York

“One of my fav ice cream parlors in the city! Vast selection of flavors that rotate, plus milkshakes and floats (who doesn't like a root beer float?). I'm a sucker for Mint Chip, but their Graham Cracker Crunch and Almond Butter flavors are also killer, on a waffle cone of course. Love a good mom and pop shop #supportlocal“

“The ice cream here is rich and delicious but what made the experience even more impressionable was the jovial and upbeat lady working on Sunday. I really thought she was the owner , as the level of commitment to a positive customer experience felt like it could only come from someone highly invested in the success of their business. Thank you for a fabulous experience and your passion . Really uplifting ☀“

“loved the cheese and spinach pitas everything is super fresh. Flavoured coffees are also great.“

“Waiting for my another Roll me Up icecream…😋😋😋so yumm…honestly new experience wid icecreams and spcl Thanks to the service at Markham outlet..great going Roll Me Up Team“

“Just love this Dairy Queen love the kids that work here all up beat. Was yesterday and had there large soft ice cream chocolate dipped and my friends had a blizzard with chocolate and cherries. Miles was really great and so happy to help us. But came back today agian order double chesse burger so no picture he eat it to fast. But I split the large poutine and koyuki face lite up and said the pouting is excellent. Thank you staff at DAIRY QUEEN just love this location. Keep up the great work.“

“Honey’s is hands down the best vegan ice cream I’ve had. Seasonal flavours and ice cream bars are standouts, with the double pistachio flavour being my current fav. They also carry Bad Attitude tiramisu in the bottom of the freezer! Updated from previous review on 2026-08-31“

“Amazing tasting Gelato! ❤️❤️❤️“

“Amazing gyros, great service. One of the best gyros my family ever had.“

“I recently tried the Nutella crackling waffle, and honestly, it was so good! The waffle was perfectly crispy on the outside and soft inside, just the way I like it. The Nutella added that rich, chocolatey sweetness that made every bite feel like a treat. What really stood out was the crackling texture—it added a fun little surprise and made it even more enjoyable. It wasn’t overly heavy, and the portion felt just right. If you’re someone who loves Nutella, this is definitely worth trying. I’d happily go back and have it again!“

“This place makes one of the most authentic ice creams in Canada. Excellent customer service 💕“

“First time visiting this cute ice cream shop. I had come in to get a taste of their strawberry ice cream: there’s something about using real Ontario-grown strawberries in ice cream that appeals to me.

It blew me away and I returned 10 minutes later to ask for a coveted take-home pint…but was so sad to hear that none were available. The gentleman who served me both times is the sweetest and ended up scoping one last pint of the strawberry ice cream, which sat alone in the freezer. It was my lucky day and I nabbed that pint!

If you want tasty, handmade ice cream made with real ingredients served by wonderful people, this place is the place to be! I will be returning to try their other flavors :)“

“Seriously the best tasting ice cream and always a great selection of non dairy Sorbet.“

“LYCHEE ROSEWATER RASPBERRY & LONDON FOG are my favourite ice creams!“

“Tried this for the first time tonight and we were not disappointed! The staff is amazing, it’s so fun to see the ice cream being made and rolled right in front of you, and it’s absolutely DELICIOUS. 100% my new favourite in town.“

“If you're looking for the perfect ice cream spot, this is it! 🍦 The flavors are incredibly rich, creamy, and packed with taste, with something for everyone—from classic favorites to unique creations. The staff are warm, friendly, and always happy to help you choose. The shop is spotless, welcoming, and has a great atmosphere. Every visit feels like a treat, and the quality is consistently outstanding. Hands down one of the best ice cream parlours I've ever been to. Highly recommended—I can't wait to come back!“

“Absolutely one of the best ice cream places I’ve ever tried! Everything is locally made, and the owner makes the ice cream himself. The flavours are incredibly rich, fresh, and so unique compared to regular ice cream shops.

My absolute favourite is the Biscoff and Golden Oreo. SO good!! 🤤 But they have tons of different and creative flavours, so there’s always something new to try.

The owners are also amazing and kind -
super friendly, welcoming, and clearly passionate about what they make. You can tell a lot of care goes into every flavour.

If you love ice cream, this place is a MUST TRY. 🍦❤ I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“It was my first visit to Scooped and I was very glad I went here! We decided to go here after lunch at El Catrin. There are numerous flavors of Ice Cream, but I decided on the Guava Cheesecake. A single scoop in a cup was perfect! They make their ice creams and cones in house. I'd definitely go back here again when I'm visiting the Distillery District in Toronto!“

“Amazing experience at Baskin Robbins! The ice cream was fresh, flavorful, and served perfectly. Manav was extremely friendly and helpful throughout our visit. He recommended some great flavors and made us feel very welcome. Excellent customer service and a great atmosphere!“

“Awsome 🍨❤️🍨😜🍨❤️🍨😜🍨😜❤️🍨❤️🍨😜🍨😜🍨❤️🍨“

“The best Icecream in town !“

“We went last summer and because I'm lactose intolerant the very personable lady suggested the vegan cookie dough and gave me a small cup. 😋 Delicious... Fast forward we went again yesterday and that same awesome lady actually Remembered me.. Thank you Hima you have a lovely spirit and radiate positive energy.“

“Our family's favourite ice cream spot in Toronto. The gelato selection is fantastic and so fresh. Our kids are obsessed with the mango and strawberry flavours. Huge variety for everyone. Yes, there's often a line out the door, but it moves fast and is 100% worth it. Our go-to for dessert!“

“Stayed in Toronto for a week recently and this gem was a 2 minute walk away from where I was staying. I went there the first day of my trip and went back EVERY day. Double baked apple pie on a waffle cone was my go to. Ice cream was the BEST I have ever had and considering having it shipped to me since there are none in America. Amazing quality, amazing taste amazing service and the atmosphere was always clean and warm. When I return to Toronto, I'll be continuing making this my every day sweet spot!“

“Took my granddaughters on Saturday for a treat… they loved it! So did I! Delicious and so many choices I’ll have to come back to try more for sure. staff was friendly too.“

“Absolutely delicious 😋! No wonder Pistachio is so popular, it's so yummy and I paired it with Hazelnut, woooh, so good!!!“

“Their chocolate vegan ice cream is delicious !“

“she has some of the most beautifully made cakes very passionate, particularly patient even when you put in your orders last-minute. thank you Patricia not only representing our community well but also being an outstanding person 👏“

“Best gelato in the GTA. I gladly drive from Whitby and always leave with a smile. 😊“

“I tried their fruitful fusion & able to choose any two flavours of their icecream. It’s made my day.�“

“Best gelato in town. Not so sweet and reasonable price. Love it“

“Eddy from Mr Iceberg came to our street party as a super last minute request when our other ice cream truck cancelled on us. We were so thrilled he was able to help us and serve a very long line of excited kiddos! Very good ice cream selection, flavours and excellent service !!“

“AMAZING ice cream flavours...my favourite is the Gertie's Peanut Butter Pie. They also make fabulous sandwiches!“

“It was a great experience the desert opinion was amazing we are from Florida“

“Baskin Robbins on the Danforth is always a treat! The ice cream is delicious with so many flavors to choose from, and the staff are super friendly and patient while you decide. The shop is clean, service is quick, and it’s the perfect spot for a sweet stop on a hot day.“

“Seriously the best tasting ice cream and always a great selection of non dairy Sorbet.“

“j'aimerais savoir a quand les petits format de six🙂, je suis uñe personne seule et j'aimerais bien que l'on puisses avoir format de 6 car 12 c'est bcp trop🤪, et suis sur que je ne suis. pas la seule a le demander ce petit format .“

“Top tier gelato, unmatched this side of the border“

“I said in Instagram I highly recommend this product Came from knowing what authentic italian Gelato is .. pistachio is over delicious and mastered as the most authentic artisanal gelato on its kind had tried ….“

“Amazing ice cream in the city with vegan flavours and different options to make your own ice cream sandwiches or Tacos! 10/10 always recommend“

“Their policy is about themselves, not customer service. For instance, if their system fails it costs you, I ordered through the mobile app at my store nearby, but the app sent it to the other side of town. I called to cancel the order, but dairy Queen policy they don't issue refunds because they still have to pay someone to make it. so you're out of money and no food. it's there policy to not have customer service“

“The soft serves are so good I get fomo I don't come here for a week. I love fruit flavored ice cream and bar ape is able to capture the essence of every fruit and their flavors. I have never tasted such creamy and delicious watermelon ice cream. I will be coming back every week until they close in October. They only accept cash!“

“I first went to the Village Chill when I was four years old. Despite the dozens of ice cream shops which have opened up in the Cedarvale-Forest Hill areas, I keep coming back here. Each of their flavours are personal and unique. This is not your average ice cream experience. It is a tiny shop with a big heart.“

“Not sure what’s Thai about this place, since they neither have Thai flavours or Thai staff, but they make a damn good rolled ice cream. The mixture they use is a solid recipe, as the rolls come out well formed and hold their structure. Sometimes rolled ice cream will come out too brittle, melts too quickly, too icy, etc. they make them good here“

“the staff its great products“

“always a pleasant experience and tasty goods. I love the Iced tea with lemon Gelato as a cool down treat in the summer.“

“We went here after eating some Authentic Italian Pizza next door at Pala 148 and wanted to keep the Italy vibe going so we stopped into Gemma Gelateria and tried their dairy free dark chocolate Gelato and it was soooo good and really chocolatey! It's tasted just like melted dark chocolate! The price was reasonable and the staff were very welcoming. It's a little shop with limited seating but in the nice weather there are lots of places to sit in the area.“

“Cute little place with a nice selection of treats and teas. We had the cassava cake and the rose lychee drink (delicious!) will definitely be back to try their bubble teas and scones.
Had the opportunity to speak with the owners who seemed really great as well!“

“All the noms.“

“The young women that work here work fast! There was a line up but they moved through it so quickly. There is a lot of seating outside around the building, Perfect for enjoying your treats on a nice day. Also, I haven't treated myself to ice cream in a while and was surprised that the prices were actually decent 👍🏾👍🏾“

“I had ordered a white heart shaped cake for my daughter's birthday. They had made it exactly what I was looking for. I was able to pick the flavor and went with white chocolate. It was a hit at the party. Everyone loved it. I would rate 100 stars if I could. Thanks for making my daughter's birthday a blast.“