When summer arrives in Montreal, there's no shortage of excuses to treat yourself to a sundae. Whether it's after a stroll, a festival, a day at the park, or dinner on a patio, this frozen dessert is always a hit with anyone who has a sweet tooth.
Here are the spots to add to your summer bucket list for an indulgent sundae in Montreal and beyond.
Dalmata Gelateria
24 Rue Bernard O, Montreal, H2T 2V5
Located in Mile End, Dalmata is the latest venture from chef Danny Smiles, who also heads the acclaimed restaurant Violon. The shop serves gelato and sundaes with seasonal flavors that change throughout the year. One recent standout was a banoffee-inspired sundae topped with bananas, caramel, and candied cherries. A few weeks earlier, a caramel, passion fruit, and coconut creation also became a favorite among frozen dessert lovers.
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Iconoglace
Multiple locations
Who hasn't waited in line at Iconoglace to get their hands on one of its famous sundaes? Here, every sundae is a work of edible art. The Délice d'Arruda, topped with a pastel de nata tart, is a must-try for anyone looking for something unique. Prefer a classic? The Vintage sundae, drizzled with caramel and finished with crumble, peanuts, and whipped cream, is always a crowd-pleaser.
MATCHA ZANMAI
1428 Rue Mackay, Montreal, H3G 2H7
Matcha Zanmai is a dream destination for matcha lovers. The menu features matcha lattes, pastries, and even matcha soft serve. While the café doesn't serve traditional sundaes, its parfaits are absolutely worth trying. Layers of matcha soft serve are paired with indulgent toppings like matcha cake, jelly, and other sweet treats.
Racer Café
2103 Boulevard Gouin E, Montreal, H2B 1X1
Outdoor enthusiasts should definitely stop by Racer after a workout. A popular gathering place for cyclists, runners, and walkers, this café is the perfect place to refuel with a sweet treat. It offers three sundae varieties: maple, chocolate, and apple pie-a delicious way to end an active day.
Le Blueboy: Artisan Glacier
150 Avenue du Mont-Royal E, Montreal, H2T 1P1
If you can never decide between a sundae and a banana split, Blueboy deserves a spot on your summer bucket list.
Located on Avenue du Mont-Royal, this beloved ice cream shop serves creative sundae variations featuring doughnuts, churros, cake, and even a banana split-inspired version.
The Banana Bonita is the perfect choice for the indecisive. It combines a whole banana, your choice of ice cream, your favorite sauce, and crunchy nuts.
Coquine
1584 Avenue Laurier E, Montreal, H2J 1H9
Head to this retro ice cream shop in Plateau-Mont-Royal, which has become a social media sensation since opening. For just $1 extra, you can even spike your ice cream with alcohol.
Its sundae lineup offers something for everyone, with flavors like popcorn, chocolate and fleur de sel, and raspberry with white chocolate.
Unicone
3873 Rue Saint-Denis, Montreal, H2W 2M4
This Plateau-Mont-Royal creamery takes your taste buds around the world with globally inspired flavors. Think Biscoff, taro, mango sticky rice, baklava, and more-you can travel the globe in a single visit.
Sundae lovers won't be disappointed either, with options including tiramisu, brownie, baklava, pistachio, and many more.
Zettis crémerie
3839 Boulevard St-Laurent, Montreal, H2W 1X9
If you're craving an over-the-top dessert, Zettis is a must. Ice cream is paired with nearly everything here, from crêpes and waffles to cakes, making it the ultimate destination for satisfying a sweet craving.
The menu also features several decadent sundaes, including s'mores, Reese's, and brownie versions.
Le Berlingot
218 Boulevard Sainte-Rose, Laval, H7L 1L6
Make the trip to Laval to discover Le Berlingot's delicious frozen treats. This ice cream shop offers a wide variety of flavors, along with sundaes made with classic vanilla soft serve. Must-tries include the lemon Graham, brownie, and pecan sundaes.
If you prefer to customize your dessert, you can build your own sundae by choosing a raspberry, blueberry, or chocolate syrup and adding toppings like fresh fruit or waffle pieces.
Virevent
1517 Rue Fleury E, Montreal, H2C 1S5
Looking for a classic frozen treat without the fuss? Virevent serves vanilla soft serve, fruit sorbets, and traditional sundaes. Choose from strawberry or caramel, or try the seasonal sundae that changes throughout the year.
Dulce
250B Rue St-Paul E, Montreal, H2Y 1G9
Churro lovers will fall head over heels for Dulce, where the beloved Spanish treat takes center stage. Alongside a variety of churros, the shop reinvents the classic sundae by topping it with generous bites of freshly made churros.
The menu features matcha, strawberry, dulce de leche, Oreo, and many other flavors, combining two irresistible desserts into one indulgent creation.
Le Petit Dep
Multiple locations
Part gourmet grocery store, part coffee shop, Le Petit Dep is known for its curated products and charming vintage décor. It's the perfect place to snap a few Instagram-worthy photos while browsing local specialties.
Through September, the shop also serves seasonal sundaes in flavors like coffee, caramel, and strawberry.
Mlle Catherine
423 Place Jacques Cartier, Montreal, H2Y 3B1
Located in Old Montreal, Mlle Catherine is the perfect stop during a stroll through the historic district. The menu includes sorbets, banana splits, brownie-topped ice cream sundaes, and a wide selection of classic sundaes. Traditionalists can choose caramel, strawberry, chocolate, or Nutella, while adventurous dessert lovers may prefer the maple and walnut version.
Wild Willy's
Multiple locations
Leave the city behind for a quick trip to Pointe-Claire and discover the frozen delights at Wild Willy's. The menu features sundaes topped with hot fudge, caramel, strawberry, or raspberry sauce, all finished with crunchy peanuts. The shop also serves Belgian chocolate-dipped bananas, parfaits, floats, and plenty of other frozen treats. In short, it's the perfect destination for anyone with a sweet tooth during the summer.
