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Top tips

Ask about: cross-contamination

  • Enjoy vegan cones and ask for plant milk in milkshakes.
  • Good to know: Note the venue uses a gluten protocol but cross-contamination risk may still exist for severe allergies.
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  • Try their seasonal vegan flavors like Birthday Cake, Ube, Ontario Peach, and Fresh Mint Stracciatella.
  • Expect lines during warm months but use the pint pickup window to skip the queue.
  • Seating outside is available but shade is limited on sunny days.

People mention

Coffee, plant milk milkshake and soft serve.

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Also waffles.

Good for

The vibe: groups The vibe: families

Praised for affordable, friendly service and generous portions.

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Also praised for cozy atmosphere.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Outdoor seating
  • Wi-Fi
  • Coffee, dessert, takeout, quick bites
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Known for a wide selection of ice cream with at least 4-8 vegan options available daily, The Merry Dairy specializes in creative and classic flavors served in vegan cones. Popular for large scoops with reasonable prices, it includes gluten-free options and plant milk for shakes. The venue features outdoor seating and wheelchair accessibility, drawing crowds especially in warm months and offering a pint pickup window for convenience.

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102 Fairmont Ave, Ottawa, ON K1Y 1X6, Canada

Opening hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
12:00–21:00
Wednesday
12:00–21:00
Thursday
12:00–21:00
Friday
12:00–21:00
Saturday
12:00–21:00
Sunday
12:00–21:00

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How we rank

eating vegan

Very vegan-friendly

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable

Ask about: Cross-contamination: ask about sauces before ordering.

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