THE BEST ICE CREAM

ROMEO & GIULIETTA

137 Albion Rd, Stoke Newington, London N16 9JU
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This is an absolute hidden gem in Stoke Newington. The ice cream here is some of the best in London but it’s kind of an unknown spot unless you live in the area (which luckily we do!). When the weather’s nice there’s a usually a queue down the street for this authentic Italian gelato, with flavours including ricotta and fig; salted caramel; supreme pistachio; and extra dark chocolate sorbet.

HAPPY ENDINGS

Arch 437 Burdett Rd, London E3 4AT
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If meal deal sandwiches are not for you, Happy Endings offer the perfect alternative. Yup you guessed it, we’re talking about ice cream sandwiches, like malted milk parfait in an oat biscuit and salted caramel & miso parfait between chocolate Guinness cake. You can order direct from Happy Endings or add them on as a pud when you next get a Yard Sale Pizza.

MINUS 12 DEGREES

Booking Hall Herne Hill, Railway Station, London SE24 0JW
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OPENING HOURS
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 2:00 – 7:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 2:00 – 7:00 PM
  • Thursday: 2:00 – 7:00 PM
  • Friday: 2:00 – 7:00 PM
  • Saturday: 12:30 – 6:00 PM
  • Sunday: 12:30 – 6:00 PM

Minus 12 degrees (named after the ideal serving temperature for gelato) is the small-batch ice cream shop slinging homemade, Italian-style gelato and sorbet to the people of South London. You can expect weekly changing flavours including the likes of malted dulce de leche; chocolate smoked salt; caramel gelato with whipped Nutella and banana bread; and ricotta gelato with crushed cannoli shells, toasted pistachios and pistachio cream. There’s plenty of vegan ones here too.

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CHIN CHIN

54 Greek Street, London
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From creating a nitro ice cream parlour in Camden to collaborating with Cadbury to create a Creme Egg Sundae, Chin Chin know how to make weird and wacky ice creams. At both their Camden and Soho joints, they mix luxe chocolate and caramel flavour ice-creams with cakes, cookies and ice-cream sandwiches. There’s always a bunch of toppings and sauces to pick from, and with a wide variety of vegan options as well, there’s something for everyone here.

GELUPO

7 Archer Street, Soho, London
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OPENING HOURS
  • Monday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM
  • Thursday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM
  • Friday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
  • Saturday: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
  • Sunday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM

With its blue-and-white tiled decor, you could easily be in Italy and not the middle of Soho. Here, it’s all about authentic Italian gelato made with fresh and natural ingredients. But strictly traditional this ain’t; as well as your classics, Gelupo scoops up the likes of avocado sorbets and mango sticky rice gelati.

THE PARLOUR

Fortnum & Mason, Piccadilly, London
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For those wanting a fancy ice cream experience, you probably can’t do any better than The Parlour at Fortnum & Mason. The Parlour offers a range of decadent ice creams based on retro British faves like the knickerbocker glory and the banana split. And for those who want to push the boat out even further, there’s even the ‘Afternoon Tea in Ice Cream Form,’ which is exactly what it says on the tin.

LA GELATIERA

East Village, London
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La Gelatiera make traditional artisan gelato according to their Slow Food philosophy, so all their gelato is egg and gluten free, and lower in fat than most ice creams you’d find in the supermarket. So you can eat more of it, right? Their East Village store even has its own gelato-making lab so you can watch a fresh batch of ice cream being made whilst you scoff yours down.

VENCHI

Covent Garden, London
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You can’t get more traditional than Venchi who have 140 years of gelato-making experience under their belts. They have five stores across London, but with a gelato lab and a running chocolate tap, their Covent Garden shop is the one to head to.

BEARS ICE CREAM

244 Goldhawk Road, London W12 9PE
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The Goldhawk Road shop specialises in Icelandic style soft serve ice cream, with flavours like golden syrup sponge; peanut butter, banana & chocolate shard; and rhubarb crumble & custard, which can be topped with all manner of fruit, sauces and chocolate.

JEFFERSON'S

191B Balham High Road, London SW12 9BE
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This Balham dessert bar serves up fresh ice cream made with organic milk in flavours like caramel popcorn, vanilla honeycomb, and cold-pressed coffee. If you don’t want just one scoop, you can also get stacked sundaes, milkshakes, waffles, crepes and more.

When the sun’s out, there’s only one thing to eat. Whether you fancy gelato or sorbet, these are the best ice cream spots in London.

Discover the crème de la crème of frozen delights as we unveil the best ice cream parlors in London. From artisanal scoops to creamy gelato, these local gems are known for serving up the creamiest and most delectable ice cream in the city. Indulge in unique flavors that will tantalize your taste buds, from classic favorites to innovative creations. Whether you’re seeking homemade goodness or vegan-friendly options, London’s top ice cream parlors have got you covered. So, grab a cone and get ready to embark on a delicious adventure through the city’s must-try ice cream spots. From the creamiest gelato to the most tantalizing vegan delights, these local ice cream shops are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings. Don’t miss out on these artisanal frozen treasures that have made their mark on London’s ice cream scene. Get ready to treat yourself to the best ice cream in town!

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