Bo-Bec doesn’t need flash to stay relevant—it’s had a line out the door every summer since 1989. Just steps from Parc Laurier, this Plateau ice cream shop has become a go-to for sun-seekers looking to cool off with something handmade. The setup is old-school in the best way: a counter packed with 24 rotating flavours, a few self-serve options, and soft serve ready to be dipped in chocolate. Classics like chocolate and vanilla sit alongside house originals—maple nougat, rosewater-strawberry, or cookie dough—all made without shortcuts. Vegan options round out the mix. What keeps people coming back, aside from the product, is the unpretentious charm of the place: a small, slightly retro storefront that’s never tried to be anything it’s not. Whether you’re grabbing a cone to eat on the curb or heading straight to the park with a pint, Bo-Bec is as Plateau as it gets.
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