Our stop at the Old Port Dairy Bar after a nice time at Lakeside Park was quickly soured by the customer service experience, and bad policies that weren't posted anywhere.
During the ordering process, we asked to taste ice cream - who doesn't, from time to time? The server struck an attitude, and went so far as to tell us that she usually only permits one taste per person, and that we were being spoiled (her words) by being permitted a second sample!
Finally, after receiving our ice cream, we attempted to pay by credit card. While nowhere was it posted for the public to be aware, we were told that they did not accept credit cards. While somewhat annoying, that policy became absolutely absurd when the server was willing to accept United States Dollars, with absolutely no exchange rate! She required payment for the full Canadian amount, in US Dollars - an effective markup of nearly 30% at the current exchange rate!
All in all, an awful experience and a total rip off for mediocre ice cream that you can get anywhere. read more