It was a super duper hot day when I was in Chelsea and so I had to try the classic La Cigale! I got a large bowl to share with three flavours - mango sorbet, raspberry champagne and cassis lemon cheesecake. To my surprise, the lemon cheesecake won me over, it was not overly heavy and had a great amount of tartness. I also enjoyed having one.cream based flavour amidst the sorbets , the mango one being a close second with a very deep and natural tasting mango flavour almost like a freshly squeezed mango smoothie. Unfortunately I couldn't taste the champagne undertones too well in the raspberry sorbet but I still liked it since I'm a fan of raspberry! Overall, the line moved reasonably quick despite there being many folks and the flavours felt natural and authentic to what their respective fruits tasted like. I can see why this place is a hit! read more

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One of the our summer traditions, is to come and try the different flavours I always get the strawberry and sour cream. Today, we went with limon cheese cake. Tasted like a very sour yellow lollipop. The milkshakes are also very good I just refuse to share mine. read more

La Cigale - a man holding a bowl of ice cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Chelsea, Quebec

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We loved it! First off there is a line, but don't be intimidated, it goes quickly and there are fun games to play along the way (like an oversized jenga and connect four). The service was so kind and sweet. They were patient and helpful in making my order. They also served the ice cream up super fast. You pay and it's done a few minutes later. It was fast. The servings are big, so be prepared to come hungry! I felt like I was at the Disney of Ice Cream parlors! We sat outside in the shade, there are so many places to sit here. And it was incredible. Our daughter got a Brownie Surprise that was the perfect amount of coffee/chocolate/brownie it was SOOOO GOOD! And I had a mint ice cream sundae that was just so minty! The flavors were explosive, the whip cream was good, and there was real cherries on top of our treats. I loved that! So if you haven't tried it yet, please do! So good!! read more

La Cigale - Sundae - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Chelsea, Quebec

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I would give this 5 stars in a blink... never disappointed in any flavour... always worth the line and worth the wait.. they have lovely decor and flowers all around which makes the wait whole lot fun. Unfortunately during the COVID time they eliminated their seating area ( which was always outdoor so not sure why) but there is a public park right across the street that has benches and you can sit there and enjoy the treat. Today we tried raspberry whites chocolate, lemon, blood orange sorbet , blackberry sorbet and strawberry basil ice cream.. and we were all so happy with what we picked! read more

La Cigale - Lovely flowers make the wait in line lot easier - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Chelsea, Quebec

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The ambiance and excellent fast service is what makes their ice cream a treat and a pleasant experience! Everyone there smiles! Delish ice cream! read more

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Folks we have a winner on our hand for ice cream. After a long trek which involved getting lost and then walking roadside for a walk that lasted longer than needed boy this place is a sight for sore eyes. So after having supper and a pint we decided to grab an ice cream. The lineup was long (15-20 min) which is a good sign IMO. There was just a grab and go option due to the pandemic. I settled on the mocha caramel and strawberry and sour cream combo. The Caramel hits the spot for sure strawberry and sour cream hmm I have had better. Anyways its a welcome relief to find a place that's not a tourist trap in this area. Definitely give them a try if you are in the area. read more

La Cigale - the front porch of a restaurant - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Chelsea, Quebec

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They continue to make quality ice cream. They now also make doughnuts, including apple fritters, and offer coffee in the winter season. They still offer a smaller selection of ice cream and frozen pies. It is great that they are opened year long and we can benefit from their great baker's goodies! read more

Best ice cream and beautiful location! Super busy in the summer but well worth the wait! Tons of outdoor seating in a beautiful garden! Sand box to keep the kiddos happy and busy! read more

This place is absolutely amazing. Now hear me out: I usually give very harsh reviews of places but I can't say one bad thing about this establishment. From the service to the food, everything here is perfection. I have a gluten allergy, and the staff are great with it. They offered to get me ice cream from the back room that hasn't been scooped from, to prevent cross contamination. This is one of the only places that does this and so I feel very cared for and safe eating here. They also have gluten free ice cream cones! Not to mention, they have a huge variety of different ice cream flavours, they are always unique and interesting, and you will not be disappointed. I ended up getting plain vanilla once, not expecting much but let me tell you, this ice cream was insanely good, even for only being vanilla! Keep it up La Cigale, your huge lines reflect how great of an ice cream shop you are. My favourite. read more

La Cigale - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Chelsea, Quebec

What a beautiful little gem near le Nordik spa and Camp Fortune. If you are looking for a cozy spot after a day out in the snow, be sure to visit this place. Everything here is made from scratch, including the ice cream! Oh yeah, serious ice cream is here for the taking! This place is a lovely ice cream hub in the summer, so really, you should be coming here all year round! Be sure to try some of their doughnuts, they are really something special! read more

La Cigale - Mocha filled doughnut and a cinnamon bun, delicious! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Chelsea, Quebec

Best ice cream in Chelsea! They offer a selection of classic flavours (ex. Chocolate, pralines & cream) and unique flavours (ex. Ginger snap & chai, banana skor walnut). I've been here three times and there was always a huge line. The ice cream is homemade and creamy without being overly sweet. They also offer other desserts like ice cream cakes, ice cream sandwiches, milkshakes, sundaes, and pies. I also love how they have lawn chairs outside, but wish indoor seating was available. read more

La Cigale - Outdoor seating area feat. Ice cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Chelsea, Quebec

La Cigale - Chelsea, Quebec. One of the best ice creams I've ever tried. I tried pralines and cream and coconut cashew. read more

La Cigale - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Chelsea, Quebec

Nothing special in terms of flavours. The parlour and its ambiance was really charming and welcoming. We had the pistachio ice cream and tropical fruit smoothie. The taste of the ice cream was so so. Maybe I'm just used to the gelato variant from another place that is really amazing. The smoothie on the other hand was very tasty and fresh. If you're in the area and want something cool to eat in a relaxing outdoor atmosphere, then this is the place. Otherwise, it's not worth the drive from the city. read more

La Cigale - Tropical fruit smoothie - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Chelsea, Quebec

This ice-cream parlour is located in the heart of Chelsea's restaurant area and right by one of the large entrances to the Gatineau Parc. On a sunny weekend, it seems that everyone from Ottawa comes here. Admittedly, I am not a huge fan of icecreams, but since my mom wanted one and there was a long queue to get inside, I decided to get a treat myself. The shop has a huge selection of flavours and you can combine them (two scoops) in a cone or a cup. I got lemon and rum-n-raisin while my mom got maple-walnut and chocolate-something on waffle cones. It was heavenly. We sat down in the backyard on fake (plastic) muskoka chairs. You do have to pay a bit and stand in a queue, but I think it's worth it. read more

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I think La Cigale is the best ice cream shop around the Ottawa region. A short drive from downtown Ottawa, La Cigale is also perfectly situated for those who just finished a hike in Gatineau Park. I've been a few times and have been impressed each time, by the friendly service and the quality of the ice cream. La Cigale isn't cheap, especially if you get the ice cream with the delicious home made waffle cone, but it is worth it. My favourite flavour is their strawberry and sour cream. It's not like any strawberry ice cream I've had before and is simply delicious. When available, the chocolate Guiness is also a delight, with a rich chocolate flavour and a hint of Guiness. My only complaint is that they can be inconsistent with serving sizes. My first two times there, I received generous sizes with the waffle cone. The third time, I got two very small scoops of ice cream that were hidden if you turned the cone around. Wasn't impressed but I'll chalk that up to the server just scooping too lightly. There will be lines on hot summer days, so be warned. They have nice and comfy chairs outside for you to sit on and enjoy your ice cream, and a play area for kids. All in all, La Cigale is a nice treat. read more

La Cigale - Strawberries and sour cream on top and chocolate Guinness on the bottom. With a homemade waffle cone. - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Chelsea, Quebec

Have been wanting to go here for ages and finally did! We stopped by after a day of walking at the nearby trails in Gatineau Park with the doggies. There was a line up out the door but it moved pretty quickly! Quickly enough that I couldn't make up my mind so many choices! I ended up with getting a large size which is about $6 or so so I could try more flavours... #noshame :p If you couldn't make up your mind you are able to taste some of the flavours to make up your decision! They have cups, waffle cones, and gluten free options. They also sell buckets of their ice cream as well to take home. Overall I would definetly check this place out if you are in the area their flavour choices are amazing if you are an ice cream lover! Mmmmmmm read more

The ice cream is fantastic but the charm of La Cigale's setting puts it over the top. The liquorice ice cream is the best I've had and they were kind enough to check with me that I really liked liquorice before serving. They were also accommodating of an allergy by using a sanitized scoop when asked. But most of all, the country setting and the lovely garden out back with generous and comfortable seating was the cherry on top. Worth the drive from Ottawa or Hull just for the experience on a warm summer day or night. read more

Awesome selection of home made ice creams. Choose your favorite flavor or better yet, try another one that is bound to be your next favorite! Sold in a variety of cones and cup sizes, you can mix the flavors up for an ultimate experience. They sell the flavors by the 1/2 or 1L. Go alone or better yet with a group of friends and lounge in their lushious backyard and take your pick of a colored Muskoka chair! Service is great and bilingual! Worth the detour! read more

A true gem in Old Chelsea! I ended up here on the recommendation of Vanessa D. We ventured in after a beautiful trip to O'Brien beach at Meech Lake and on that beautiful, sunny afternoon everything was amazing. The ice cream tastes made my mouth so happy! So good! I had scoops of vanilla brownie and caramel toffee with a fresh waffle cone. The toffee had a great crunch. There is also a charming garden where you can sit and enjoy your treats. I will definitely be back the next time I'm in the area! read more

Good ice cream. We came in on a rather cold spring weekend but my friend really wanted ice cream, so we got some! They have a very good selection of flavours, and everything we tried was nice. I bet it's even better in the summer. It's not the most expensive place I've been to, but 14.49$ for 3 kiddie sized portions (really small) is a bit much, even if the ice cream is great. Nice seating area outside! read more

La Cigale - Menu - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Chelsea, Quebec

Very good home made ice-cream and frendly staff. A must for a sunday drive. They have great flavour. I had the sugar pia and maple walnut. My friend had cheese cake lemon and cassis. The give you the chance to taste before you make ur mind. So go ahead be adventurous read more

La Cigale - Cant miss it! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Chelsea, Quebec

We stopped in here after a great hike at Pink Lake. This ice cream shop is right across the road from the Gatineau Park visitor office. They have several different types of ice cream including sorbet options. I got the Berried Alive and it was icy and delicious with sorbet and fresh fruit. They also have a nice outdoor area to sit and enjoy your treat on a nice day! read more

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This is a little gem discovered accidentally on my way to pink lake trial. By looking at the lineup was a bit curious to know what's going on! When figured it was an ice cream plans I was on the clouds. Decided to give a try and ever since have been addicted. Had no excuse to drive from west end of Ottawa atleast once a week. Great selection of ice cream. I have never stepped out without having three scoops on a waffle cone. Excited to try a new flavour every time and never disappointed. The best about its taste is that it is not loaded with sugar hence allowing me indulge in the flavour. A must try place! read more

One of the best ice cream places I've been to. I think it beats Stella Luna gelato café on Bank Street in Ottawa. Still nothing compared to "Donat" ice cream in Croatia though ;) Their flavours are always fun. You can taste them before you buy. Gluten-free cones available. I stock up for the winter by purchasing their tubs. My favourite flavours are chocolate orange and their coffee flavour. read more

The best ice cream ever. La Cigale is close to the national park in Chelsea, QC. It is easy to find. There is a beautiful garden and back yard where you can sit and relax while eating your ice cream. I even saw a real 'cigale' when I was there, standing on the fence hanging out. You can sample different flavors and then take the hard decision of narrowing it down to only a couple. I suggest trying their delicious home made waffle cone! They have a variety of other treats like milkshakes, banana splits, this brownie one that sounds amazing, but I have not tried them yet. The ice cream is just so delicious and tastes very high quality home-made. Also, they have 1/2 liters or full liters of ice cream you can buy and take home so you can stock up until the next time you visit. Flavors change often, so if you've had a yummy one like Peanut Butter one time, it may not be there the next time you go. After my last binge of La Cigale ice cream, my butt got a little bigger and my pants a little tighter. I have no regrets about my extra flab & de-railed diet and would drive for hours to come here and satisfy an ice cream craving. It is worth every calorie. Come in here with an open stomach and enjoy yourself! read more

Hands down some of the best ice cream I've ever had. The flavours are amazing and I love that it's all homemade. I love the backyard and the beautiful outdoor space. The only complaints I have are that its almost always busy (like the line goes out the door and can be a 10 minute wait) and just wish it was a bit cheaper? But you get what you pay for I guess. read more

lemon cheescake. coffee toffee key lime pie. All very deliciously amazing. Thick icecream packed with real flavor not just icecream masked with sugar. Sooooo good. Got it before hiking and after hiking (defeats the purpose of the exercise but worth it!) Went the next day to the amazing Nordic spa near by but missed getting the icecream after because we left the spa after 10 pm, Cigale's closing time. They are super busy at one point they had two lines - one inside and one outside. And yet, their staff were quite helpful and friendly and patient when you wanted to try flavors! This is up there as one of my fav icecream places next to Dee Dee's at Peggys Cove. read more

very delicious self made ice cream in self made waffle-cones, I recommend it definitly :)