Montreal's best ice cream, as voted by locals
Readers picked their favorite frozen treats. Here are the standouts.
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Iconoglace and Kem Coba top Montreal's ice cream vote—and for good reason. The two spots represent what makes the city's frozen dessert scene worth the line-up.
Iconoglace operates across multiple locations, making its craft-focused approach accessible across neighborhoods. The shop has built a reputation for ingredient integrity and flavor depth—the kind of place where regulars have their standing orders and newcomers spend five minutes reading the chalkboard before committing.
Kem Coba brings something different: a space where ice cream becomes an event. The shop's Instagram presence hints at what draws crowds—visual appeal matters here, but the product backs it up. Natural flavors, clean execution, and a vibe that feels both effortless and intentional.
Both made the cut in Cult MTL's 2026 Best of Montreal readers poll, a ranking built on actual city votes rather than critic consensus. That distinction matters. A readers' poll captures where people actually spend their money and time, not where they think they should.
If you haven't tried either spot, the summer heat makes now ideal. Both are worth seeking out—Iconoglace for consistency and craft, Kem Coba for the full experience.