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    XO Gelato

    3.1 (27 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Michelle D.

    A-OK gelato. I got to try the pistachio and mango gelato and it was flavourful but I felt I had much better. Service was kind and quick!

    HAIRS in ice cream. This is hair #1. Bottom right. There were MANY more. These were the most visible to capture on camera.
    Gogoland L.

    HAIRS, yes, PLURAL, in my gelato. Different lengths, superfine, fine, medium and thick strands, etc. Yup, THAT many for me to observe. I'm terrified to think of how many I actually ingested without noticing. This is disgusting!! How is it possible to have not one hair but MANY and in a consumable product for sale no less?! I have attached two pics of the most visible hairs I could capture on camera here for your viewing. There were many more and I don't care for even more reminders of what might be in my stomach right now. :'( If you like hairy ice cream, I got the pistachio and mascarpone today, Monday, Aug 31st. Too bad it wasn't April 1st. ETA: I had to reupload the pics. For some reason, one of them wasn't showing up before.

    Lime and mint on top and bailey's gelato underneath ($4.75)
    Priscilla W.

    Location: Drove by Mt. Pleasant and Eglinton on a random Tuesday afternoon and noticed a gelato shop in the corner. Since it was 15 minutes to 4pm, I decided to take the plunge and get a quick bite before hitting the 4-6pm prohibited street parking mark. As soon as I walked in, there was a large selection (a whole 2 window caseful!) of gelato and sorbets to choose from. Just like any gelato/icecream shop you go to, samples are necessary! The staff was happy to serve me and was willing to let me try 4-5 different kinds even though there was also a man standing not too far from him right behind the cashier; I am guessing he's the owner. However, what I didn't like about this guy was that when I asked him which flavour most customers would order or the shop's signature flavour, he just said all of them or more specifically, he just named all the flavours out loud. After I had paid, the guy who gave me a sample told me to try the pistachio flavour and that it is really good. Why didn't you mention it to me earlier?!?! Food: I settled for a gelato cup ($4.75) which allowed you to have 2 scoops of 2 different flavours. I chose Bailey's and Lime and mint. The Bailey's was really good and yes, the alcohol tasted strong but it wasn't creamy enough. It was kind of liquidy and watery. The lime and mint was alright; I was never really into sorbets anyway but wanted to try the contrast. Overall, the gelato tasted just like any other places that I have been or perhaps even lower in standards. Or perhaps I chose the wrong flavours?! I have had better gelatos in my lifetime and so, I don't think I'll return. The shop also sells hot chocolate and other espresso drinks, but they were too special in my opinion. They also have a case of creme brulee (which looked absolutely UNappetizing as the custards were peeling off the ramekins) and some cannolis (which also looked very UNappetizing! Not sure how long they were in the fridge for). It was also sad to see NO one in the shop when I was there.

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    6 years ago

    XO has delicious, authentic gelato. The young woman behind the counter was super-friendly and attentive.

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    9 years ago

    Great tasting gelato but the service can be better. Their pistachio and hazelnut gelato is superb. I highly recommend for gelato.

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    If you like ice cream and an over the top experience this is the place to visit. I never knew a…read moreplace like this existed in Toronto, although I've always been fascinated by the exterior of this place. This is a frozen dessert emporium! With more ice cream and frozen yogurt flavours than you can imagine. And at least 20 waffle cone and bowl options. Looking at pictures from last year, it appears the waffle cone options change regularly as well. But they don't give you just any ice cream cone. They surprise you with additional toppings! How to feel like a kid again (except my kid who didn't appreciate the extra toppings). When we arrived, there was no line and I thought "why are there three people behind the counter?" From that point on there was a line up out the door. The place itself is a feast for the eyes. There is so much to look at, it's hard to focus on eating. Although ice cream and frozen yogurt are their specialty, they also have Dutch goods, popcorn and a wide variety of drinks. It does feel like a European cafe in the middle of Toronto. Fresh air blowing through the open doors. One interesting thing I learned is that the ice cream is kosher (the frozen yogurt is not?). Someone mentioned it was outlined somewhere on the outside of the building. Also, the only negative feature of this place is the number of bees both inside and outside. As someone terrified of bees, this was a nightmare. Thankfully, there is so much sugar around that they don't focus on anything for any significant length of time. This place is a gem in the city. It does not get enough recognition. You love ice cream? You need to check this place out!

    You have to love this place from the outside. It is colourful, ornate and just kid magnetic…read more Parking is hit and miss with street options only. It's tiny inside. Even with that there are 3 or 4 tables for to enjoy treat and about a dozen Jones and waffle bowl options to choose from. They even carried hard to find speculoos cookies from Holland, a childhood treat, that I 'scooped up' and appreciated. Staff was super friendly and happy to be serving, which was extra nice. A treat and special place for certain, but worth a stop by when your nearby.

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