Ice cream season is upon us!
Attention pineapple and soft serve ice cream lovers…if you haven’t tried it already, Dole Whip is a magical must-try combination of the two.
If you’re already familiar with this wonderful pineapple dessert, you know that it’s the best frozen treat for any warm spring or summer day, and is worth repeated trips to your favourite Dole Whip spot!
To save you the time of finding a restaurant that serves Dole Whip, we’ve compiled a list of some of the best places to get it!
Pick the one that intrigues you most, or use this as your own own personal checklist to try them all. If you’re lucky, you’ll discover a restaurant that serves additional Dole Whip flavours such as lime, mango or raspberry.
Here’s 6 places in and around Victoria to get the best Dole Whip in celebration of the warming days:
The Hot Dog Guys
Frequently talked about as the best in town, The Hot Dog Guys in Tillicum Mall offer a variety of delicious Dole Whip soft serve flavours!
For just $4.50, you can treat yourself to this fan favourite after devouring one of their incredibly well-crafted hot dogs.
- Where: Located in the Tillicum Shopping Centre, 3170 Tillicum Road
- When: Open seven days a week—hours vary
Nestled at the Pandora Street entrance to the world famous Fan Tan Alley, the Just Matcha Tea Shop is known for more than just it’s extensive matcha menu.
It’s also regarded as the must-stop for Dole Whip if you’re downtown and ready to take a break from your meandering. Freshen up with a frozen treat!
- Where: 544 Pandora Avenue
- When:
- Monday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Sunday from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Politano Cafe
Best known for their superb milkshakes, this community favourite in Brentwood Bay also serves up some incredible Dole Whip!
Politano Cafe is committed to quality and creating a long-lasting impression, so stay a while and enjoy items from their lunch menu too.
- Where: 109-7088 West Saanich Road, Brentwood Bay
- When:
- Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Saturday and Sunday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Kahuna Burgers
Kahuna is a vibrant, Hawaiian-themed restaurant that combines their love for the tropical islands and flavours of the Pacific to create a well-rounded, robust menu!
After you enjoy one of their hearty burgers, treat yourself to their Dole Whip—a dairy free sorbet topped with their sweet and spicy lava sauce.
- Where: 515 Chatham Street #102
- When: Open seven days a week from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Fish on Fifth
Fish on Fifth is a community favourite, family-owned and operated establishment in Sidney and uses ingredients from local sources!
A contender with The Hot Dog Guys, Fish on Fifth’s Dole Whip is also highly regarded and sought after—a must-stop for anyone passing through Sidney.
- Where: 9812 Fifth Street, Sidney
- When: Wednesday to Monday (closed on Tuesdays) from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Totchos Restaurant
Totchos is located in the West Shore Town Centre and serves up some amazing loaded tater tots, tacos, snacks and soft serve ice cream.
While you enjoy their retro gaming systems set up at each table, get yourself a sweet and yummy Dole Whip to soak up the experience!
- Where: Located inside the West Shore Town Centre, 2945 Jacklin Road
- When: Open seven days a week—hours vary
Did we miss your favourite, Victoria? Let us know in the comments!
