Bar Ape is a great addition to the St. Clair West food scene. I cannot think of a better way to end a delightful dinner at Nodo than with a Gelato Bar at Bar Ape (trust me - you're going to want to skip that Cannoli at Nodo). If this is your first time here, do not feel overwhelmed by the plethora of choices. Here are my thoughts:
THE BEST - Chocolate Hazelnut Gelato Bar is my all-time favourite. Think Haagen Dazs ice cream bars but with a thin chocolate coating and a creamier filling. I only wish there were more hazelnut bits on the chocolate coating.
SECOND BEST - Pistachio Gelato Bar is also really good. It has a rich, nutty flavour and creamy texture.
THE WORST - Cucumber Melon Gelato Bar tasted like iced cucumber. The flavour was too light and the gelato was not smooth - it ended up in the garbage.
BUT WHAT ABOUT THE SOFT SERVE, NANCY?! IMHO, if you are visiting for the first time, you may feel the urge to get the soft serve because it's Instagram-worthy and makes for a great photo (I am guilty of this). However, it does not taste as good as it looks. Skip the soft serve and get the gelato bar!
If things get messy, they have a water spray and a roll of paper towel on the side for your convenience.
I applaud Bar Ape for their inventive flavours like Salted Pineapple and Mint, Blueberry Tarragon, and Chamomile and Scotch. They carry the staple flavours but the "Bar of the Day" adds some excitement regardless if it's a hit or a miss. Make sure to follow them on Instagram to get updates on their "Bar of the Day." Quantities are limited so you have to act fast.