Trii Lounge

This is one of Ottawa’s hidden gems! Very cute outdoor lounge. I fell in love with the minty chocolate gelato!
A great oasis to relax and refresh in the summertime.

Do you know what’s better than finding a cute little summer patio that serves gelato from a tiny shack until after most Ottawa businesses have closed down for the night… AHEM 9PM!!! NOTHING! Not a goddamn thing!
This little shack serving up gelato and barrista quality caffeinated beverages is like a alternative patio oasis for any weary traveler. My lovely colleague (super Ottawa CM Andrea B) and I had just about walked our last disappointed step as we trudged along the rapidly quietening streets of Ottawa in desperate search of some after dinner dessert — when we came upon the brightly lit trees and patio of Trii Lounge!
With little hesitation and with absolutely no resistance from the staff, I tried about 4 flavours of fresh made gelato before finally settling on two amazing flavours that went terribly as a pair: Mint Chocolate gelato and Passion Fruit — amazing still all around!
I really hope this place becomes super popular, their gelato is ON POINT! You’d be remiss to not at least sample their wares — go on. it’s summer after all!
Eatcrest Out!

Yep. A five star review. Honestly, how could I NOT give this place five stars — it’s open from 11 – 11 every day in the summer, has an amazing patio space, sweet staff, and IS A GELATO SHACK. That’s right — hidden in Hintonburg, there exists a fairy-​lit shack with amazing gelato, Italian coffee and fresh smoothies and juices.
The atmosphere is almost as amazing as the gelato — this is perfect date night material.
You can customize your cone and sample whatever flavours you want. I ended up going with the raspberry for my first scoop, and the hazelnut chocolate (can’t remember the names — they have excellent wordplay on their menu though!). The hazelnut was outstanding. There were pieces of what tasted like Fererro Rocher — yummiest. The raspberry was tangy and refreshing and super good, but the hazelnut was supreme.
I can’t wait to come back and try all the menu items! They change their flavours often, so there’s always a reason to return!