Best Gelato in North Vancouver

"Since opening in November of 2013, Rain or Shine Ice Cream has served up homemade ice cream made with fresh, natural, and sustainable whole ingredients sourced locally, seasonally, and organically whenever possible. Patrons fall in love with the crispy, light waffle cones that are the perfect complement to the delicious ice creams. Rain or Shine offers both regular and seasonal flavors of ice cream, with some of the most popular choices being brown butter snickerdoodle, coffee toffee, honey lavender, and the vegan coconut chocolate chunk."

"Rain or Shine is very well known in Vancouver for their delicious, Philadelphia-style ice cream (and long line ups), but with good reason – it’s all local, natural and organic. They have rich basics like Madagascar Vanilla and Salted Caramel and then some more adventurous tastes like Blueberry Balsamic and Honey Lavender. Our Pick | Honey Lavender"

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Ruth Hartnup used under CC BY 2.0. Rain or Shine Ice Cream was born from the owners’ fascination with making ice cream from organically and locally sourced ingredients. A homegrown store, you’re promised a tasty treat seated in a warm, welcoming environment."

"Meanwhile, Earnest has perfected the art of mixing classic flavours with an ever-changing seasonal selection. While that might not be hard to start out, keeping in mind that Earnest has been setting the bar for almost a decade. Whether you’re swinging by for a scoop of Tahitian vanilla or seeing where the wind takes you that day, know that Earnest has you covered."

"A post shared by 𝒮𝒶𝒽𝒶𝓇 🧿 (@spoonandsoulcompany) on May 28, 2018 at 8:21am PDT. If you haven’t been here yet, can you even call yourself a Vancouverite?. They have some awesome regular flavours (Espresso Flake, Whiskey Hazelnut), rotating flavours (Apple Pie, Carrot Cake) and vegan options (Strawberry Brownie, Toasted Coconut)."

"It doesn’t matter which Earnest location you go to, you’ll be waiting in line but it’s worth it. Try their London Fog or Serious Chocolate ice cream."

"From one space in Chinatown to an international company, Virtuous Pie is a must-know name not just for vegan fare, but for pizza in general. Opting for a delicious thin crust as the base, Virtuous Pie has a wide variety of options, ranging from classic marinara all the way to truffle touches and Buffalo cauliflower on top. The pies are super reasonably priced too, which means more cash in your pocket for their garlic knots or some mac and cheese on the side."

"Location: 583 Main Street, Vancouver (Chinatown)Category: Pizza / VeganDescription: Handcrafted pizza that is made entirely in-house with artisanal nut-based cheeses with innovative toppings and names (Stranger Wings, anyone?). Cap it off with some delicous plant-based ice cream for dessert!. There’s also a location up at UBC.Website: www.virtuouspie.com"

"A big meal here doesn’t leave you feeling regretful, bloated or like you need to go run 10km. Tip: Stranger Wings is the cult favorite. Order with all the dipping sauces!!"

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user dronepicr used under CC BY 2.0. Bella Gelateria makes world-renowned gelato from whole milk. Due to this, the gelato has less air in it and a stronger flavour, which means more bang for your buck."

"Vancouver is home to a certified gelato master, and Bella Gelateria is scooping up the sweet goodness at their locations. Look for exciting seasonal offerings, or staples like Salted Caramel. Address: 1001 West Cordova Street, Vancouver"

"A post shared by Soft Peaks Ice Cream (@softpeaksicecream) on Apr 10, 2019 at 3:16pm PDT. This spot’s soft serve is all-natural and lower in calories and fat than traditional ice cream recipes because it is made with Avalon organic milk. You can also add an assortment of fun toppings to your cone."

"Soft Peaks has been a summer icon in Gastown with their twisted soft-serve, made from handcrafted organic milk ice cream cones. Like the taste of real ice cream you used to have as a kid, but with toppings of any adult, like TimTam flakes or tiramisu. Our Pick | North Pole Breakfast"

"An organic spot that technically serves ice milk instead of ice cream. It’s less sweet but don’t worry, they make up for it with their incredible toppings. Think of it as the best and weirdest bowl of cereal you’ve ever had."

"Located in the heart of Vancouver’s traditional ‘Little Italy’ on Commercial Drive, Gelateria Dolce Amore is a family-owned and operated gelateria with neighborhood roots that are four generations deep. Dolce Amore’s gelato makers combine the creativity of an artist, the inspiration of a chef, the discipline of a craftsman, the precision of an architect, and the passion of a composer to handcraft the shop’s incredible gelatos and sorbettos. Their commitment to this special artisan craft is evident in every taste."

"Tell us how we could possibly make a dessert list and NOT include the world’s favourite ice-creamery?. Dairy Queen had a mere stroke of genius when they used their iconic ice-cream flavours and came up with ice-cream cakes, perfect for a fun birthday celebration, no matter your age!. You can never go wrong with any flavour, whether it be their Girl’s Scout Thin Mint, Strawberry Cheesecake or an M&M Blizzard."

"The dairy queen first started its establishment in 1938 in Illinois; it was a father and son partnership which they contacted one of their friends and customers to introduce their new dessert, which was a soft frozen dairy product, and in the trial sale, it made a great success with selling more than 1500. after that and the time of world war 2, the franchise started expanding that after the war, there were 100 dairy queen stores, and it grew to more than 1440 stores in 1950 and is still expanding and has become one of the largest franchises all around the world; the dairy queen is the place for any kind of people from kids sports teams to families and business people who want to have a great food an lunch. Dairy queen serves different kinds of meals such as chicken strips and burgers and snacks; it also has an item called treats, which are signature made drinks and desserts and cone ice creams and sundaes; they also have shakes and smoothies, which are also a signature of the restaurant."

"A post shared by Glenburn Soda Fountain (@glenburnsoda) on Nov 15, 2019 at 8:13pm PST. This spot is a staple in Metro Vancouver’s ice cream scene. You’ll find ice cream sundaes and classic soda fountain treats throughout Glenburn Soda Fountain’s menu."

"When you look at the menu of ice cream treats at Glenburn Soda Fountain in Burnaby, it’s pretty hard to choose just one. Go with your gut, or get the sampler (and some spoons for sharing). Address: 4090 Hastings Street, Burnaby"

"It looks more like a lounge than pastaria, but don’t let appearances fool you. Everything is made from scratch in-house, and the atmosphere is relaxed but still adult-friendly. For parents there is the wicked carbonara, and stellar cocktail list, as well as a newly-installed pizza oven."

"Delicious dishes don't have to bust your budget, and Basil Pasta Bar proves that with pasta dishes that are fresh but not pricey. Pick your own pasta, select a sauce, and then pile on the protein and veggies. House specials include smoked salmon fettuccine and maple bacon conchiglie."

"Photo of spaghetti carbonara from Basil Pasta Bar by qasic on flickr creative commons https://flic.kr/p/kB1PUi. As you could have guessed, they specialize in pasta dishes. Classics like spaghetti carbonara are under $10."

"The Rosewood Hotel Georgia brings splendor and glamor to Vancouver; it should be no surprise that it has been an iconic hotel since 1927. Prohibition is located in the basement of the hotel and this bar and lounge exude the decadence of the roaring twenties, from top to bottom. As you step inside the vaulted door off of Howe Street and make your way down the staircase, take a moment to soak it all in."

"The goal of Prohibition Brewing is to brew beer that's so good you would order it even if it were against the law. Put their mission to the test when you visit their tasting bar in Yaletown. The tasting room has five Prohibition beers on tap that will take you back to a time where drinking was dangerously delicious."

"As Vancouver’s first 100% organic wine bar, Grapes and Soda builds their seasonal tapas-style menu around their ever-changing list of natural and biodynamic wines. Along with a variety of small plates, the intimate restaurant serves cheeses and the best smoky olives in town that pair perfectly with the many 'by the glass' options. One beer graces the menu, along with six artisanal cocktails."

"Grapes and Soda isn’t really a place you stumble across since it’s down a random street in Kitsilano, but it is somewhere you should seek out. Come here for their natural wine list, or a cocktail with things like sassafras smoke, kombucha, or salty rice. Their drink list is constantly changing, but we’ve never been disappointed here."