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    Tom's Dairy Freeze

    4.2 (239 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    TOM'S DAIRY FREEZE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Tyler L.

    Good soft serve, and hits the spot on a hot day. The lines get long, especially in the evening, but they move quickly. Parking is tight, so be ready to circle or park a little further. Keep in mind that it's cash only.

    Medium Twist Cone with Butterscotch Dip
    Christine C.

    It goes without saying that Tom's Dairy Freeze is a classic summertime spot for a cold sweet treat, especially during a heatwave, and butterscotch-dipped cone hit the spot! Not many places do butterscotch flavored anything, some may even call it an old-person flavor, but I think it's such an underrated flavor. It's ice cream with a golden hard shell of sweet, buttery, caramel-y goodness. They have long lineups and they're cash only, so don't forget to wear sunscreen and stay hydrated there!

    Teena D.

    I had a banana split for lunch at Tom's Dairy Freeze on the Queensway ... because it's 20C/68F and sunny and I just did a 2 hour line dancing class in a hot gym. It was fun but the whipped cream was kinda lame.

    Jenny T.

    A must try when in the city, so many flavors and options to choose from. Cash only at this joint!

    Cindy S.

    Quick service, and a delicious cone. No complaints on my end! The cash only aspect can be a bit of a hindrance, especially if you're an out-of-tower, but I understand the reasoning behind it. I love the old-timey feel of this place, it's like stepping back into time!

    Chocolate dipped ice cream
    Donna S.

    I'm not sure why this place is hyped up and has such high reviews. The ice cream is very standard and average, the soft serve ice cream similar to Dairy Queen or McDonald's. The blue colour dip wasn't good. I liked the chocolate with chocolate dip.

    Blueberry vanilla dip and rainbow flavour burst cone
    Susanna W.

    I've heard such great things about this ice cream place located on the west end of Toronto and finally made the trip out to try. It was quite a hot day so there was a bit of a wait outside. We waited for about 15-20 mins. We got the iconic rainbow flavour burst and the blueberry vanilla dipped cones. It was so cool that every bite of the rainbow flavour burst was a different flavour. Both cones were so delicious - it was the perfect treat for a hot summer day. Definitely will be coming back again before the bend of the summer.

    Hing Ling T.

    What I had: - small soft serve ice cream cone (with blue goo cotton candy burst & sprinkles) $5.8 Taste: 4.5/5 I loved that there were many flavours and toppings to choose from. The ice cream was pretty nice and smooth. Vibe: 4/5 There was outdoor seating next to the store. It was nice to enjoy your ice cream there. And I loved the iconic giant billboard. It was a nice photo spot. Service: 4/5 Servers were nice and friendly.

    Hot caramel sundae
    Reh L.

    Solid spot for some good old fashioned soft serve. Not going to blow you away but it's a summer staple that gets the job done well.

    Soft serve ice cream - rainbow, strawberry, (forgot the name of the one on the right)
    Helen T.

    Cash only local ice cream joint. I believe they make their own soft serve ice cream. I got their small strawberry- soft serve ice cream in a clone for 4.85$ with tax. Didn't feel like taking back 15 cent change, so I told them to keep it. Quality: Above ice cream truck quality, but nothing amazing. I would not pay 5$ for this again. Parking: limited on the side of their property Seating: few benches and tables (outdoor) available

    Nadia A.

    They have alot of fun options but I was disappointed the softserve didn't taste any different than regular softserve after you finish your burst of flavour its just plain boring vanilla ice cream that's not really rich Cash only. Good thing I had change on me or else I would of been extremely upset. We are in a pandemic where most transactions are tap restaurants make you look at menus on your phone and you're only taking cash The burst flavors that I tried were green apple, maple, and coffee, the coffee was my least favorite I thought it was gross, the green apple tasted good it is sour almost like sour candy, and the maple was just perfect delicious. ... But again once you lick off the flavors it's just basic vanilla ice cream pretty boring

    Rochelle C.

    Love the concept of this place! Cute retro vibes, nice location, walk through window... I got the instagram popular rainbow soft serve. I love how the different colours had different flavours. Definitely makes me want to go back to try all the colours. Depending how you eat it, you can get the flavours through the whole icecream. Portion and quality for the price is generous! So worth getting a cone here, if you can tolerate the wait the menu on Ubereats is not the same. In store has way more variety

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    My family always come here. I love the twist cone with chocolate dip and peanuts! It's the best ice cream in Etobicoke. Real cream!

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    I don't like this place, nothing special but always lines..baskin robins much better..or any other ice cream place

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    Ed's Real Scoop

    4.4
    (23 reviews)
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    We'd just finished a very heavy meal across the street and I was feeling like I could use a little…read moresweet treat. Enter Ed's Real Scoop. I wasn't really hungry enough to be eating dessert, but I can never say no to Burnt Marshmallow ("Our signature scoop! Tastes exactly like a campfire marshmallow that has been perfectly burnt"). I grabbed a small scoop in a cup and took it back to the car. It was glorious. It was super creamy and loaded with flavor, and though I didn't meant to, I wound up finishing the whole thing. I regret nothing. It's good to know that Ed's is still maintaining their quality after all these years.

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    Lola's Gelato

    4.5
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    At the end of my 3 hour bike ride, I was desperately craved gelato. Remembering my daughter asking…read moreif I'd been to Lola's and saying it was yummy, I had to find out as I was just blocks away. There is no indoor seating but a patio with a few tables. The overflow of people sat on planter walls. The signage to order could have been a little clearer but staff were pleasant. We ended up picking up and sharing a pint as it was more gelato than 2 small portions and we had earned it! The Ferraro Rocher was delicious. We ate every last bit! Will be back when I've burned off tons of calories and am down at the lake again. Yum!

    3.5 stars A…read morecoworker told me this gelato shop was great, so I decided to check it out. As soon as I walked in, two employees popped out from the back. They were quick, but I didn't feel like they were very warm or friendly. I tried the green apple flavour, and it was amazing. I might have to get that next time. I got a kiddie cone of Ferrero Rocher, and it was perfect. The flavour was just like the name, and there were even pieces of Ferrero Rocher in it. If you're there in the summer, try to eat it soon after you get it because it'll start melting and dripping everywhere pretty quickly. There's paid street parking right outside the store and under the building. But, if you're looking for slightly cheaper parking, I'd suggest driving a little further to Marine Parade Drive.

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    I'm honestly shocked I've never been to SanRemo before! There are so many things I already want to…read morego back and try--from the desserts, donuts, bakery items, and hot food to the drinks and, of course, the gelato. On this visit, I had the steak sandwich, mortadella sandwich, cold brew, and Nutella latte, and everything was delicious. The vanilla cupcake was especially good--super moist and not overly sweet. Parking is pretty limited, but if you arrive early enough, you can usually find street parking in the surrounding neighbourhood. Despite how busy it was, the service was incredibly quick. There seemed to be plenty of staff working together to keep orders moving efficiently. One bonus that I absolutely loved is that they carry Nutella and Orzo imported from Italy. It's nice knowing I don't have to fly to Italy every time I want to pick some up! Can't wait to come back and work my way through the rest of the menu.

    Came here on a rainy Sunday morning definitely was busy in there…read more Getting the donuts and baked goods was easy and the lineup moved very quickly - the lady who served us was very pleasant. However, I just feel that there wasn't anything outstanding flavour wise from the baked goods. I also got a tiramisu and it wasn't my favorite. I went to the sandwich counter. It just seemed like the lady who took our order just didn't wanna be there. Seeing as I t was my first time getting a sandwich, she handed me a slip and didn't really tell me where I needed to go with it. I ended up standing there and waiting until I realized other patrons were paying, and then coming back with their slip. Overall, with all the sandwiches out there it isn't even on my top five. I don't know if I would travel this deep. Maybe there's something I'm missing if so, please suggestions.

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    Elijah’s Automatic

    3.4
    (41 reviews)
    1.0 km
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    I stopped into Elijah's Automatic on a Tuesday around 5:00 PM, and the place was completely empty…read more It's a nice-looking spot, but the lack of a dinner crowd makes me a bit worried about its longevity in the neighborhood. The Food The meal itself was a bit of a mixed bag, especially considering the price point. The fries look and taste exactly like McDonald's fries--which isn't necessarily a bad thing if you love fast-food fries, but it feels overpriced for a sit-down or specialty burger joint. The burger itself hits very close to a classic Quarter Pounder with Cheese, though it does feature a subtle, nice flame-broiled flavor that elevates it slightly. The real standout on the sweet side, however, was the doughnuts. They are absolutely great and well worth trying. Service & Vibe On the plus side, the staff here is incredibly nice and welcoming. Service was prompt and friendly, which made the visit pleasant. Overall, it's a decent 3/5 experience. The food tastes fine, but because it mimics major fast-food chains so closely at a premium price tag, it's hard to see this place lasting much longer unless they tweak the value proposition.

    Came back here again! My AZ compañero had to return and I had no objection! He appreciated the…read moreSouthern California perspective that the owner has with food - actually, it's the hatch chillies! I tried the southwest burger this time which is Elijah's take on In and Out Burger. And I broke down and had to try the onion rings! But I shared them. Both were extremely delicious. The Southwest birder gives In and Out a run for its money and may even be a bit better. Would have to try them side by side to determine. The onion rings met and exceeded all expectations. Each one was perfectly encrusted, not greasy, and flavorful! Working my way through the menu of this delightful, unique establishment.

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    The interior is cozy and comfortable.
    The interior is cozy and comfortable.
    Automatic burger with cheese combo
    Automatic burger with cheese combo
    The exterior of Elijah's Automatic!

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