Chocomax might not win awards for soft serve architecture, but don’t let the occasional wonky cone fool you—the real reason people swear by this Villeray–Saint-Michel spot is its gelato. Tucked inside a family-run chocolate shop, the ice cream counter is packed with unexpectedly bold flavours: ginger, black sesame, blood orange, rum raisin, achta. Everything is made in-house, using ingredients that range from Quebec dairy to Sicilian pistachios and citrus imported from France. The owners treat service like an extension of hospitality, offering samples, stories, and the kind of care that keeps regulars loyal year after year. You can dip into a scoop or two, then leave with a box of handpicked truffles or a side of kunefe if you’re in full treat-yourself mode. Forget the first impression—Chocomax is a quiet powerhouse for flavour lovers who know the best ice cream isn’t always in the trendiest postal code.
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