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Ripples

Saint-Laurent Boulevard ice cream parlour with about 30 flavours, including its famous 6X chocolate.

  • Montréal
  • since 1984
  • Maple and sweets

About Ripples

Ripples is an ice cream parlour on Saint-Laurent Boulevard that dates back to 1984. It offers about 30 flavours, and it is famous for its 6X chocolate, a very rich, very chocolatey favourite.

It suits summer evenings in the Plateau, a sweet stop after dinner or a treat with kids after a walk on the Main. Lines can form on hot nights, so a weekday visit may be calmer. If you love chocolate, the 6X is the one to try first. It has been part of the neighbourhood's summer routine for four decades.

At a glance

Based in
Montréal
Founded
1984
Size
An independent, smaller maker
Listed in
Made in QuebecMade in QuebecMade in MontrealMade in Montreal

Questions people ask

Is Ripples made in Quebec?

Yes. Ripples started in Quebec and is based in Montréal, on the island of Montreal, so it is listed in both Made in Quebec and Made in Montreal.

What does Ripples make?

Saint-Laurent Boulevard ice cream parlour with about 30 flavours, including its famous 6X chocolate.

When was Ripples founded?

Ripples was founded in 1984, about 42 years ago.

Where can I buy from Ripples?

Start with its official website, ripplesicecream.com. Look for Quebec maple and sweets at public markets and fine food shops, and at sugar shacks in spring. Many makers also sell online.

Is Ripples a big company or a small business?

Ripples is an independent, smaller business. Buying from makers like this one supports local jobs directly.

What are some local brands similar to Ripples?

Other local brands in Maple and sweets include Pastille Chocolaterie, Damien André, Arioum Chocolats, Farine & Cacao.

How did Ripples get on this list?

Montreal Tips lists businesses that started in Quebec and still make, run or are based here. Listings are free and never sponsored. If you run Ripples and want to update this page, contact us.

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