London, Ontario · Since 1951

Creamy soft-serve cones, handcrafted sundaes, milkshakes and
custom ice cream cakes - made fresh on Adelaide Street North.

Classic ice cream,
loved for
generations

WHAT WE’RE KNOWN FOR

A treat for every craving.

What started as a simple ice cream stand became a tradition families return to year after year.

Soft-serve cone dipped in chocolate with rainbow sprinkles from Merla-Mae Ice Cream

Soft Serve & Cones

Creamy soft-serve classics and twist cones made fresh daily.
Explore Soft-Serve

Turtle caramel sundae in Merla-Mae branded cup

Sundaes & Shakes

Handcrafted sundaes, milkshakes, and cream shake flurries made fresh to order. Explore Sundaes

Custom photo birthday ice cream cake from Merla-Mae London Ontario

Cakes & Pies

Custom ice cream cakes and pies made for celebrations.
Order Cakes & Pies

The Rottweiler Sundae — chocolate soft serve with brownies and hot fudge at Merla-Mae

Our Events

Live music, local performers, and a signature community celebration. See the Event

Through our store’s windows, we serve the finest people in the world - our customers.
This is how we felt in 1951… and we still feel the same today!

SINCE 1951

London’s original ice cream destination

Since the 1950s, Merla-Mae Ice Cream has been part of family traditions, summer memories, and celebrations both big and small. What began as a simple ice cream stand has grown into a place people return to year after year for quality, consistency, and something that always feels familiar.

Vintage photo of Merla-Mae Ice Cream stand in London Ontario with neon sign and 1950s car

MORE THAN ICE CREAM

Come for a cone, stay for the fun.

We turn our parking lot into a stage and our summer into a season of events.

National Ice Cream Day

Our flagship: a free outdoor concert.
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Annual Car Show

Classic cars & cold treats.
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Magician Weekend

Family magic all weekend.
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Visit Merla-Mae Ice Cream

Whether you’re stopping by for a cone, ordering a custom ice cream cake, or planning something special, Merla-Mae is where summer traditions begin.