Summer’s Ice Cream

Summer’s sweet memories is a cute-​looking ice cream parlour that carries a certain amount of fame around it, as demonstrated by the wall covered in photos of celebrities who have been there. They also carry merchandise such as drawings of ice cream flavours and iPhone cases, although I won’t be buying them because I’m not coming back.
The cashier himself was rather aloof and drifted between the kitchen and cash register periodically. We were the only customers there at the time, so the unwelcoming atmosphere was particularly strong. However, when another customer arrived, he brightened up significantly and was a lot warmer compared to how he treated my friend and I. Very concerning, but I chose not to dwell on it.
Summer’s contains classic ice cream flavours with thick and creamy textures, kind of like Breyers Double-​Churned ice cream. The ice cream I sampled were all way too sweet, and when I purchased my Lemon Meringue ice cream I regretted it immediately. The ice cream was almost like marshmallow fluff, and twice as disgusting. The artificial lemon taste permeated my mouth, and I could not finish my single-​scoop. My friend’s apple cinnamon tasted much better– it resembled Starbuck’s Caramel Apple Spice. Of course it was also incredibly sweet.
This is another store where their reputation is misleading. I’ll go somewhere else for my ice cream needs, thanks.

Amazing ice cream. Tons of flavours to choose from, and it’s homemade. I had 2 scoops; pralines & cream and cookie dough. Taste was unreal. It’s in a cute little village area just north of the university.

Almond butter toffee. Nothing more to say. Amazing, high quality, creamy ice cream. Will be back.

Great ice cream, ok price.
Try the birthday cake ice cream. It’s a goddamn birthday cake. In ice cream.
I haven’t tried the frozen yogurt but I’m sure it’s as good as the ice cream; this place is classy.
Ice cream.

One of my favorite ice cream places in Toronto. I have come here for the past ten years and it lives up to its name — I have lots of sweet memories of having a Pecans and cream outside their store every summer :)

A very good place to hang out after you’ve done shopping on Bloor Street. I tried their Chocolate Fudge Brownie with their homamade cones, and taste good! They have lots of different flavour that you can try. The price is also ok, which is $ 5. The place is nice and clean, only a couple of seats. The other stores beside it, is kinda creepy, but it’s fine.

Summer’s has a good variety of flavours and they will let you try any flavour before committing to one. They make their ice cream fresh every day and the quality of the ice cream is amazing. I got a single scoop of the Birthday Cake flavour and it was fantastic. My friends got a scoop of coconut cream and cookie dough and they both enjoyed their ice cream very much. The staff is friendly and helpful and I will definitely return to try out more of their flavours.

Always enjoying picking up an ice cream here as I stroll around Yorkville. Today I got the coconut cream and it was absolutely fantastic. This was probably the best coconut flavoured ice cream I have ever had. The cream and the coconut were just the perfect combination. Their homemade ice cream and waffle cones are the best!!!

I tried the gelato and maybe I should’ve tried the ice cream. But I tried the two scoop mango and lemon gelato (which came out to $ 7.50, so yes a little pricey). The lemon was great but the mango was a failure with me being able to taste the icing sugar that went into making the gelato. Mango needs to have an overpowering taste in my opinion, however in this case I disliked being able to taste the sugar. The lemon was great though with a nice refreshing tangy taste to it, which was perfect for the hot day. May try again, but I’ll have to try the ice cream (so I can compare against Greg’s Ice cream on bloor/​spadina).

With local flavours to choose from like Toronto Pothole and Credit River Turtle, Summer’s will have you bursting with locavore love.
While the construction on Yorkville Avenue is purportedly slated to last until August, I hope that it won’t deter people from visiting.
Tip: after you buy your ice-​cream, make your way over to the big rock in the Yorkville Park. It’s the best place to sit and enjoy it!

Honestly!
Not sure what all the rave is about! Other than the fact that it’s situated in the heart of Yorkville. It’s Overpriced much like a lot of things in that area for the product you are getting, the flavours don’t seem too out of the ordinary and are not spectacular tasting so much that it sets apart from other gelato and ice cream parlours in the same area.
Definitely paying for the rent in the prices.
Will likely not return back!

i have had this spot bookmarked forever so expectations were crazy high when we finally got the chance to try their homemade ice cream. honestly, we were both a bit underwhelmed. the flavours and ingredients tasted pretty run-​of-​the-​mill and we both felt the ice cream was over-​sweetened. i really feel like summer’s sweet had an amazing opportunity here to create original flavours or to put a novel spin on classic flavours but they kinda squandered the opportunity.
we might come back next time we’re strolling around yorkville but definitely will be lowering our hopes for this spot.

Amazing. This ice cream is next level good.
Have had the chocolate peanut butter, white chocolate and a few others while my girlfriend who does not even like ice cream had the banana cream and loved it.
Will return here as much as possible and anybody who has not yet gone needs to make it a priority. With ice cream this good my comments regarding service, location, décor etc. are irrelevant.

Had coconut cream ice cream and it was so creamy and delicious. I’m impressed but my bf found it a little too sweet.
Their homemade waffle cone was good too!

Toronto Pot Hole was okay, but the next visit, I got the Campfire Marshmallow. .delicious! It also has little toffee bits inside

Simply some of the best ice cream I’ve ever had. My favourite is the birthday cake. I always order this and it’s like a party in your mouth. They use real cake and sprinkles, omg, worth the $ 6 cone. They’ve also started something new: waffle cones and chocolate dipped waffle cones. Pro-​tip: Check out the celebrity board while you’re here, it’s fun to read.

Great homemade ice cream with lots of flavours to choose from. My favourite is the «Birthday Cake» which is basically vanilla ice cream with a birthday cake mixed in (sprinkles and all!).
The staff are friendly and you can try a flavour before you decide. Their homemade waffle cones are to die for, but you can have your chosen ice cream in a cup if you prefer.
They also have homemade milkshakes which I have yet to try, although they sound delicious. Although there are lots of other ice cream/​gelato places in the area, Summer’s is the original and by far the best! It’s a little on the expensive side but you do get what you pay for here.

If you have a sweet tooth, an active imagination, and a bit more cash on hand, this is definitely the place for you
I’ll admit I was sticker shocked when I first came to Summer’s Sweet Memories, but once I got my serving of coconut cream and peanut butter chocolate I was completely sold on this amazing creamery. Fresh and bold flavors, friendly and super patient staff (when you have indecisive friends), not to mention ample seating for a place this size.
I’m definitely coming back when I’m in the Yorkville area looking for something sweet.

I really enjoyed my chocolate-​chip cookie dough (my fave) ice-​cream cone here. It was super creamy and homemade with love. With a wide variety of flavours to choose from, there is something for everyone. Quite a few celebrities have frequented the parlour (see the wall of fame), so if you’re into celebrity sightings, check it out during TIFF.
If you’re not in the mood for a sweet treat, you can try their buttery popcorn. Service was just as sweet as the ice-​cream. The only downside is that you have to shell out $ 4-​$ 6 for a cone of ice-​cream. That’s Yorkville for ya!

Craving something cool, sweet and soothing well you have hit the trifecta here folks. Located in the lower floor of nameless mini plaza this spot will provide a welcome relief on a hot day.
There is the enticing smell of fresh waffle cones as you walk in. The proudly display that they make their own ice cream and it shows as these are not your run of the mill flavors. My friend recommended the Ontario Blueberry flavor and I added a Extreme Chocolate for good measure as I usually don’t order chocolate ice cream as most places hold back on the chocolate. Not here folks not only there were chocolate chunks, there was chocolate swirled into the ice cream itself.
The waffle cone is very good. Ontario blueberry tastes very natural so if you that flavor appeals to you by all means order (I didn’t care for it much).
High recommendation here for your ice cream fix.