42 Best Ice Cream Shops near Waterdown

“Picked up ice cream cupcakes for Autism Ontario event today! They were an amazing treat on a hot day! My kids were very surprised and super grateful for such things! Thank you to the lady owner that spoke to me and held on to the treats as I was unable to pick them up before! She really made my kids day! My son who is autistic said it was the most delicious treat ever 😍 thank you for your generosity! We will be back to enjoy more treats in the future for sure! 🥰🥰🥰“

“Friends told me about Willard's and as a former (?) Hamiltonian I had to check it out..glad I did..by far the best ice cream I have ever had..had blueberry (vegan) and banana fudge..returning..soon“

“Sooo good. - and we’ll organized!“

“They have the best variety of ice cream. They don’t call it Biggies for no reason. The ice cream cones are huge. My favourite place to go.“

“Best place to go for a delicious bite to eat after a nice long walk in the nature. They have the best hot dogs, poutine, burgers and ice cream, especially their famous lavender lemon ice cream. The staff are very friendly as well and it has a nice vibe like you're taking a step back in the past. Awesome place to spend with your family and friends ❤️“

“I recommend visiting it. He has ice cream, sweets, cocktails and very tasty snacks“

“Would recommend — large portions of delicious food for a great price!!“

“Abbas provided absolutely amazing service! He was extremely professional, patient, friendly, and genuinely made the experience better. He took the time to make sure everything was done properly and treated me with great respect. You can tell he really cares about providing excellent customer service. Employees like Abbas deserve to be recognized and appreciated honestly, he deserves a raise! 10/10 service, and I would definitely come back again.“

“Enormous scoops. Made the mistake of getting two scoops. 🤣 Had Maple Walnut. Delicious!!! Highly recommend.“

“Incredible Service coupled with quality products ! Highly recommend!“

“this is my absolute most favorite place to go when iam downtown Hamilton! I have been going here for many years now! the lady who runs this place is always soo friendly! she always has a smile on her face when you walk threw the door! she loves to get to know her customers! I recommend A&J superbowl to everyone I met. this is the BEST spot to get bubble tea and many more sweets! 💯🤞🏻“

“Love EZ Rolls 💕 Amazing staff and delicious ice cream! Not going to lie we have been several times they now know our order lol Nutella Banana 🍌 is the family favourite. See you guys soon!“

“Great location, lots of space to sit and enjoy the icecream“

“OH. MY. GOODNESS.

Best gelato ice cream you will ever have!
I've tried many gelato ice cream places, but this one is now at the top of my list.

Flavor: rich, real fruits, lots of dairy-free (DF) options**** and a variety of different flavours.
Price: doesn't matter, worth every penny!
Freshness: very fresh, even the ice cream that have wafers inside, they're crunchy and just perfect.

We tried the blueberry lime (DF), pina colada (DF), pistachio and tiramisu. Each one of these flavours have its own uniqueness, you cant get enough!

Highly recommend this place if you haven't tried it yet, you'll definitely be going back to try different flavours.“

“Our fav is their Half and Half. Tried a few flavours and all seem to be perfect. What we don’t like is the absurd self-made rule of stop serving milk shakes 15 mins before closing. Turned around two times now for being 2 mins late and the excuse that they just washed the blenders. They should honour the customer rather than giving these excuses. When your closing time is 10pm then you should be serving everything on the menu until that time or change your closing time to 9:45pm and ask your people to start washing blenders after that. Good food is one thing but having such an attitude towards customer destroys everything. The owner or whoever is making these rules should take notice“

“The food is 10/10, but that line is something else. Genuinely changed the game for gelato.
The flavours are so delicious. I can't quite remember the exact flavours I got but I remember it being the best version of those flavours I've ever tried. One of my scoops was a berry cheesecake flavour and it tasted so fresh and tangy. The texture was incredibly creamy, possibly from the buffalo milk. The line is long, but def some of the best gelato I ever had.“

“Incredible Service coupled with quality products ! Highly recommend!“

“Super cute place! My family really enjoyed the icecream. The staff was super sweet and got my mom a birthday candle for her icecream! (Too bad we couldn’t find a lighter haha). They have dairy-free popsicles, but would be cool if they had some other dairy free options in the future :)“

“Wonderful Service

We had such a wonderful experience at Demetris, and a big thank you to Jessica for making it even more special! ❤ She was incredibly kind, friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed. Her service was truly amazing, and she made us feel so welcomed. 🥰✨

Thank you, Jessica, for being so lovely and providing such great service! We’ll definitely be coming back! 💕“

“Crazy Cravings was contacted last minute to attend our event. The weather outside was quite warm that week so we decided to contact Crazy Cravings for some ice cream. They came and pulled their truck up with music going on. Employees were quite satisfied with the service as well as the varieties of ice cream flavors and toppings. Thanks Crazy Cravings“

“Was in there for lunch today, I recommend the Shawarma poutine. Decent price and good size portions, plus very clean and great staff“

“Absolutely amazing baked goods! I’ve been df/gf for close to 13 years and never have I ever found products that not only have a great variety of options but for them to taste so incredibly delicious! This will definitely be an absolute must stop and fill up when we are in town. So incredibly yummy and not overly sweet like some places.“

“So delicious and fun!! Beware...it can add up quickly!!!“

“I can’t say enough great things about Marble Slab Ancaster! Every visit is an amazing experience, not just because of the delicious ice cream, but because of the incredible customer service. The staff are always so kind, patient, and welcoming, and they consistently go above and beyond to make every customer feel special.

What stands out the most is how wonderful they are with children. They always take the time to interact with the kids, chat with them, and make them feel included in the experience. No matter how busy the store is, the staff are patient and attentive, helping little ones choose their flavours and mix-ins with a smile. Their genuine kindness and enthusiasm make every visit exciting for the kids and stress-free for parents.

The team creates such a warm and positive atmosphere that it feels like more than just a place to grab ice cream. They truly make our day every time we visit. The store is always clean, the ice cream is fresh and delicious, and the customer service is second to none. Usually with little kids it becomes difficult to go out but we’ve always felt welcome here :)

Thank you for consistently providing such outstanding service and for making our family feel so welcome. We always leave with smiles on our faces and look forward to coming back.

If you're looking for amazing ice cream and a team that genuinely cares about their customers, Marble Slab in Ancaster is the place to go!“

“I went there a while ago with my friends and the staff member was very kind. She allowed us to test some samples, was patient, and explained the different flavours and toppings to us. They have lots of cool and unique flavours that I had never heard about before but they were amazing. Would definitely recommend!“

“Delicious creamy frozen yogurt in many flavours. Lots of toppings to choose from. Even smoothies.“

“I have been a customer at this Dairy Queen location since it opened. Upon entry I always find the dining area well capped and clean. The staff are always a pleasure to speak with and very helpful. The cakes speak for themselves. The DQ cakes are the absolute best. Quality is obviously their top priority.
I totally recommend this location if you are looking for an ice cream cake.“

“you have no idea the amount of money i spent here in the past just because there was a reliable internet connection. I went last week and there was a sign that says to "talk to each other" and to "pretend it's 1995". keep up with the times or you will lose the few loyal clients you have left. other than that, the coffee is still great.“

“I’m a regular here at Baskin Robbins and just wanted to share my experience. Honestly, my visit didn’t start that great, but it completely turned around because of Nirav.
He was really chill and took the time to get what kind of flavors I like (I’m a big fan of mango and Jamoca Almond Fudge 😄). He let me try a few new ones, explained what goes into them, and suggested some options based on my taste. That kind of effort really stood out.
Super nice guy, clean tables, quick & accurate service in busy environment.“

“Talk about delicious 😋 made to order of your own perfect scoop of ice cream…Marble Slab Creamery is the place to go! Jas, thank you for your exceptional customer service and I look forward too much more of your impeccable ice cream with a smile, you deserve a raise 5 🌟 all the way!!!“

“I had such a lovely experience today. The two ladies working were very kind (between 8-8:30 pm, Feb 13th), especially the one who served my Chocolate Peanut Butter, Pistachio Almond, and Rocky Road scoops. She patiently answered all my questions about the prices, which I truly appreciated. I also love how clean and organized this branch is that the refrigerator is neatly arranged and makes choosing ice cream cakes so easy. Traveling all the way from Cambridge was definitely worth it! 😊“

“Loved seeing the old Dairy Queen; What a blast from the past!

We went just before 5pm so it wasn’t busy at all. We were served right away!

My go-to here is always a Sundae with Hot Fudge and Cherry toppings - absolute delish.

You also can’t go wrong with a large Chocolate Dipped Cone.“

“I went there and got 100 puffs which you are supposed to only order in advance but the guy working there was super nice and allowed us to order it if we waited for him to make it which wasn't a problem. We got 4 different flavours and they were all really good, especially the cookies and cream ones. Nice location as well“

“My experience with Dairy Queen tonite was superb I really enjoyed there peanut buster parfait and my mom really enjoyed her pecan mudslide“

“It was a pleasant surprise when we tried the coconut flavour. I would say it was my favourite so far. Service is quick and as friendly as you can get from a teenager since staff is about that young. It looked like they had no AC working so I felt bad for the girls and it felt very stuffy and that time but I do recommend the spot when you crave an ice cream in one of the warm sunny days along with the lake view.“

“Lots of delicious flavours of ice cream and sorbet!“

“I had the lactose-free ice cream, and it was absolutely delicious! I chose the chocolate flavor with raspberries, and the combination was amazing. It’s great to find such a tasty lactose-free option.

The atmosphere was welcoming, and the staff were friendly. I would definitely recommend Marble Slab Creamery to anyone looking for a delicious treat, whether you’re lactose intolerant or not. I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“My name is Cashout Benji and I approve of this location, Emmie, the worker and I presume manager of this fine establishment provided me with the most extraordinary experience of my life, giving me an iced water when I needed it most (water for reference below), without her I surely would’ve perished under the summer’s heat, but now, I am alive and well, and ready to release more music ❤“

“Service was exceptional tonight, staff was courteous and efficient, our orders were spot on. 5 stars“

“Went for a quick treat with dad as other location on king/Ottawa was packed. Was in and out at this location.

Sucks they got rid of the bench out front,.but because of the neighborhood I can understand why.

I would encourage this location to not allow drug users to hang around their parking lot and taking up parking spaces. As I sat and had my ice cream, people came and left once they seen the drug users sitting there passed out.
Maybe get together with the store hire security to discourage this behavior.

Would be nice to have a small table out front instead having to sit in my hot car.. bring back the bench.“

“Amazing team! Always pleased with their work! Thank you DQ Hamilton Mountain(Fennell@ Upper Sherman) HAPPY EASTER!“

“A classic gelato shop! There’s many flavours & they also make their own combinations in store. We tried their strawberry/lime/elderflower combo and it was phenomenal! The service is good, nothing to note. The atmosphere is a little odd, but nostalgic for those who’ve been coming here often during Canada Day. Overall, I Love Gelato is a convenient, yet delightful experience.“