If you ever find yourself in Merrickville (Somewhere else that deserves five stars) you absolutely must visit this store. Filled with some of the best ice-cream you can imagine and with an olde timey feel, extraordinary staff and best of all, like all stores in downtown Merickville is privately owned. Best to make a day of it and head to Merickville for a walk down their quaint downtown (depending on the number of stores you visit give it 1-2 hours), stop off in the Baldachin, Goose and Gridiron Or the local Italian restaurant for a pint and food and then at this very ice-cream store for desert. You won't regret it. And no I don't own or am affiliated with any of these places, I just go to Merickville with my family for the last 5 years and it's a...
   Read moreI took the kids there for the first time during the second June of the pandemic, so we didn't go inside the store. The ice cream was delicious, portions are very generous! Flavors mix classic and unusual (the rhubarb one was sooo goood!). It's a bit pricey, but then again maybe these are "pandemic prices"? Not sure. The staff was very, very nice and friendly, and patient with the kids too. So overall an excellent experience for me, and according to the kids totally worth the long bike ride I made them take...
   Read moreIf you're in Merrickville, don't miss Downtowne Ice Cream Shoppe! This charming shop offers a delightful selection of handmade ice cream and gelato, including vegan and dairy-free options. The Canadian Cherry flavor is absolutely divine—rich, creamy, and bursting with fresh cherry goodness. You can even watch as they bake fresh, aromatic waffle cones right before your eyes. The building itself is a historic gem, adding to the authentic charm of the experience. A must-visit spot for ice...
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