As the days start getting warmer, the ice cream cravings set in. While ice cream is a staple summer treat, we can't overlook its frozen comrade, the popsicle. This nostalgic warm-weather dessert can be found all over the 6ix, and if you're looking for a way to cool off, these shops are a must-visit. Toronto's popsicles spots will take you on the ultimate sweet summer tour. From creamy gelato bars to boozy frozen treats, your summer will be anything but tasteless after visiting these places. Wrestlers is known for its gourmet paletas, and you can find so many flavours here. Bite into your favourite cookie with the Oreos Cookies & Creme bar, or indulge in your favourite cocktail in popsicle form. This shop serves boozy ice pops including Beer and Mojito flavours. You don't need to go to Italy to find some spectacular gelato treats. Bar Ape is taking this frozen delight to the next level with its handcrafted gelato bars. You can find rotating flavours here all summer long. For all the vegans or lactose-intolerant folks out there, NanaShake has you covered. These pops come in all sorts of plant-based flavours, and you'll want to try them all. Take your friends on the ultimate popsicle tour this summer by hitting up these spots. Bar Ape Price: 💸 Cuisine: Gelato Address: 283 Rushton Rd., Toronto ON Why You Need To Go: Gelato gets a makeover at this dreamy shop, and you can get it served popsicle style. The hand-crafted gelato bars are available in all sorts of rotating flavours such as Chocolate & Black Olive and Strawberry Balsamic. View this post on Instagram 🍦 Toronto's icecream scene is outstanding and I'm so happy it's officially summer because it means Bar Ape is open for the season! 🍦 They're the makers of these stunning gelato bars you see pictured here. Their flavours vary from day to day but these beauties are hazelnut, raspberry and mango! ---------------------------------------------------- #mytorontomyworld #tomsdairyfreeze #icecream #dessertporn #seetorontonow #igerstoronto #tdot #streetsoftoronto #imagesoftoronto #1loveTO #hypetoronto #toronto_insta #toronto #416 #narcitytoronto #blogto #dailyhivetoronto #foodporn #foodstagram #foodies #instafood #torontofood #torontoeats #food #fooddiary #foodgasm #foodpics #foodlover #foodoftheday #foodphotography A post shared by Liliane Fawzy | Travel Blog (@mytorontomyworld) on Jun 18, 2018 at 5:00am PDT Menu Wrestlers Price: 💸 Cuisine: Popsicles Address: 198 Augusta Ave., Toronto, ON Why You Need To Go: This spot serves gourmet paletas or ice pops, which are homemade and larger than regular popsicles. You can get fruity, creamy, citrusy, and even boozy pops here. View this post on Instagram Pistachio paleta, please. A post shared by Brittney (@brittneyanyon) on Aug 23, 2016 at 3:41pm PDT Menu The Pop Stand Price: 💸 Cuisine: Popsicles Address: 1686B Danforth Ave., Toronto, ON Why You Need To Go: You can find this refreshing stand popping up at fairs and farmer's markets across the 6ix. Indulge in flavours like Rhubarb Pie and Coconut Cinnamon here. View this post on Instagram When the ice pops are almost too cute to eat. *almost* Much love to @kincomnunity #PARTYWITHKIN for a delightful little fête and @thepopstand for this fine frozen treat. #🍍 + #coconut = #👌 A post shared by Anne Cayer (@annecayer) on Jul 25, 2017 at 7:33pm PDT Menu Sweet Olenka's Price: 💸 Cuisine: Dessert Address: Various locations Why You Need To Go: This dessert shop is home to the most Insta-worthy popsicles around. These chocolate-covered bars are basically edible artworks. View this post on Instagram If ever there was a day for ice cream. #icecream #icecreambar #birthdaycake #sprinkles #sweetolenkas #summerday #hotsummerday #dessert #food #dessertporn A post shared by Angela Mastrogiacomo (@angela_mastro) on Jun 26, 2016 at 12:58pm PDT Menu PalettAmerica Canada Price: 💸💸💸 Cuisine: Popsicles Address: 300 Borough Dr., Scarborough, ON Why You Need To Go: These pretty paletas are some of the most over-the-top frozen treats you'll find. You can get Hazelnut Filled With Nutella and Kit Kat Vanilla at this spot. Delivery is also available. View this post on Instagram Each one of our palettas is a delicious piece of art !!! 🎨🎨🎨#fruit #delicious #toronto #palettamerica #palettalovers #natural #foodietoronto #foodie A post shared by PalettAmerica Canada (@palettamericacanada) on Nov 19, 2018 at 2:57pm PST Menu Augie's Ice Pops Price: 💸 Cuisine: Popsicles Address: 3101 Dundas St. W., Toronto, ON Why You Need To Go: These handcrafted popsicles are sure to keep you cool. Indulge in flavours like Vietnamese Coffee and Watermelon Lemon + Mint. View this post on Instagram CHEERS! I ❤️ice pops! . . #evergreenbrickworks #icepops #augiesicepops A post shared by Dawn (@loraxgirl) on Jun 18, 2017 at 10:05am PDT Menu NanaShake Price: 💸 Cuisine: Vegan dessert Address: 750 Yonge St. Unit#134, North York, ON Why You Need To Go: These vegan, plant-based nanapops are perfect for any diet. The signature banana bread popsicle is a must-try! View this post on Instagram Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough made from bananas and nuts 💕 It was so hot that the peanut butter started to melt (it may also have something to do with the fact that I had my husband take a bunch of photos of me with it first... it’s unclear 🤷🏼♀️) A post shared by TORY 👱🏼♀️ (@toryhalpin) on Jul 8, 2018 at 4:58pm PDT Menu
