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Greg's Ice Cream
I'm an ice cream addict, and Greg Ice Cream has always been the Holy Grail of ice cream shops for me. The place used to be a favourite hangout for University of Toronto students in its old location further east on Bloor Street. Now at Bloor and Spadina, the shop is still owned by Greg Mahon and still uses all-natural ingredients.
The flavours change regularly from a list of over 100 flavours. Chocolaholics will be ecstatic to discover that almost 30 of those have the word "chocolate" in them!
Here's what was on the board when we visited:
I ordered the Cinnamon Nutmeg, which was spicy and hugely refreshing. I'd like to try Roasted Marshmallow next time, if it's available, since apparently it's his signature flavour. But then again, I also HAVE to try Pumpkin Raisin sometime. And Chocolate Ginger. And Chocolate Peanut Butter and Green Tea & Ginger and Licorice and Mandarin Orange and Durian. Okay, maybe not Durian.
Ice cream servings range from $2.34 for kiddie-size to $4.35 for large. Banana splits are $8.50 or you can build your own shake or sundae. And if you don't live too far away, you can always take Greg's ice cream home ($5.99 for half a litre, $9.99 for 1 litre).
The place is smaller than its old Bloor Street location but now there's outdoor seating. More importantly, the ice cream is just as mouthwatering...especially on a hot afternoon at the tail end of summer.
HOURS: Sun-Wed 11:30a-11p, Thu/Fri/Sat 11:30a-12a.
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(My favourites are Cinnamon Coffee, and Roasted Marshmallow.)
Roasted Marshmellow, Pumpkin, Coffee Toffee, Malt Ball Crunch absolutely amazed us. The only bummer was that Stout and Pear and Ginger were not available. But coming back three times due to limited hours of operation was totally worth it - we'll have to come back for the other flavors !!
I'm looking for the best Ice Cream Cake in the Toronto area for a friends Birthday he will be 38yrs old and lives in Brampton, ON. My friend loves Chocolate & Peanut Butter.
I didn't want to order anything too sweet so do any of you know who I can call? I live in the U.S. so I will be grateful for any help you able send my way.
Thank you, xo
In the map Food - By Yi Qing
650 Queen Street West Toronto, ON M6J (416) 835-7781
Recommendation: If you go to Greg's on a regular basis and enjoy it, never try Ed's. Because if you do, you'll realize that the ice cream at Greg's isn't that good.