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Ice Cream Parlor Top Pick

Kem CoBa

Vibrant counter spot for sorbet, ice cream & soft serve in inventive flavors, plus baked goods.

Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
4.6$
CLOSEDOpens Today at 12 pm
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Kem CoBa specializes in artisanal ice cream and sorbet produced with meticulous attention to natural ingredients and traditional churning techniques. The selection features a rotating array of complex, globally inspired flavors that highlight seasonal fruits and high-quality dairy components. Each batch emphasizes a dense, creamy texture designed to showcase the authentic essence of the core flavor profiles. Beyond chilled confections, the establishment offers a variety of handcrafted sweet treats and delicate pastries that complement their signature frozen offerings. The minimalist environment focuses entirely on the production quality, allowing the intricate flavor combinations to remain the primary attraction for patrons. This focus on craftsmanship ensures a consistent experience defined by bold, recognizable ingredients rather than excessive additives or artificial flavor enhancements.

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Reviews for Kem CoBa

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on Google4.7 (2600+)
*as of 2026-08-01
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11%
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Review Summary

Kem CoBa is widely regarded as one of the premier ice cream destinations in Montreal, celebrated for its high-quality artisanal gelato, sorbets, and rotating soft serve flavors. Visitors frequently praise the shop for its unique and creative flavor combinations, particularly the Vietnamese-inspired options like pandan and salted cream, which offer a refreshing and authentic taste profile. While the shop is famous for its long lines and a strictly cash-only payment policy that requires advance preparation, many patrons find the experience well worth the wait. The vibrant community atmosphere, friendly service, and commitment to fresh, well-balanced ingredients make it a must-visit spot in the Mile End neighborhood, though some guests suggest checking the menu in advance as popularity can occasionally lead to varied personal experiences.
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Amazing flavours! Had the twist of the week & it was just bomb! (Grapefruit ice cream & strawberry sorbet) never disappointed

May 4, 2024
on Google
5.0

Goat cheese with sour cherries is delicious! Unique flavor selection!

Apr 26, 2024
on Google

Worth waiting in line for some of the best ice cream in Montreal, if not the best. They aren't always open at the posted hours, the only negative.

Nov 3, 2023
on Google

Why doesn't Kem Coba adapt to climate change & stay open for an extra month? So friendly these people, I think in part because they melt for half the year. Though it is against my religion to eat frozen goods without things suspended in them (like cookie chunks), Kem Coba's puree is unfailingly good, plus baby cone option allows to me to indulge the kids (& myself).

Oct 23, 2023
on Google

Super delicious! Mouth watering flavors

Oct 17, 2023
on Google

Très bon, mais très cher & l'attente peut être longue

Oct 17, 2023
on Google

Best ice cream I have ever had

Oct 15, 2023
on Google

Interesting variety of asian inspired flavors for ice cream, sorbets & soft serve with classics as well. My group got chocolate, apple spice, Vietnamese coffee, pandan, soursop, all were great!

Oct 14, 2023
on Google

Fast service
Quality ice cream
You must try it!!

Oct 4, 2023
on Google

L'attente en vaut la peine, c'est délicieux ! Des parfums uniques & très originaux. J'ai pris Hibiscus & Cacahuètes miel de mémoire & c'était une réelle surprise. Je recommande 100%

Oct 3, 2023
on Google