Brisbane is extremely lucky to have an abundance of ice creameries. Due to the gorgeous tropical weather and outdoorsy way of life, there is nothing quite like a cold, refreshing ice cream on a hot summer’s day. Actually, who doesn’t love a delicious ice cream at any time of the year?!

We’ve put together an epic list which you can use to do a self-guided ice-cream tour of Brisbane and try the best ice cream and gelato flavours the river city has to offer. If you are still craving more sweet treats why not check out some of the best dessert places for kids in Brisbane. 

Ice Cream Shops in Brisbane you must try!

Anita Gelato

111 Boundary Street, West End

Perfectly situated in West Village Brisbane, Anita Gelato offers ice cream enthusiasts something special. Not only do they sell delicious, 100% hand-made gelatos, but also frozen yoghurt, sorbets and ice cream. You can even take your frozen treat to the next level by topping it with syrups, jams or fresh fruit – yummo!

Baskin-Robbins

A franchise spread throughout Brisbane.

If you like ice cream then it’s a sure bet you have tried Baskin-Robbins. It’s a household name in Australia and known for its massively wide range of flavours and add-ins/toppings. They also offer coffee frappes with real coffee and arguably the best ice cream in the world, Chocolate Mousse Royale (just thank us later).

Cold Rock Ice Creamery

Multiple locations throughout Brisbane and Ipswich.

Choose it. Mix it. Smash it. Love it. Cold Rock’s motto sums it all up! First you choose your flavour of ice cream from one of dozens of traditional and special addition combinations, and select your mix-ins (lollies, chocolates, biscuits, cookie dough and more!). Then stand back and watch as the staff mix and smash your chosen blend on the special frozen stone (thus the iconic name ‘Cold Rock’).

Geláre

3 Grey Street, South Bank

Founded in Western Australia, Geláre‘s secret formula is like no other. They boast no artificial ingredients and real flavours. Most importantly, this deliciously smooth ice cream contains no air. Unlike some other ice creams which contain up to 50% air to increase the volume, Geláre ice cream is richer in flavour and texture, and heavier in weight. Geláre also has a great vegan range of dairy-free, organic products.

Gelateria Cremona – Rosalie

151 Baroona Road, Paddington

It doesn’t get more authentic than the artisan Italian gelato available at Gelateria Cremona.  Stocked with a range of permanent flavours, visitors can also be treated to seasonal and speciality flavours such as feijoa sorbetto and hot cross bun gelato.

Gelatissimo

Locations around Brisbane include Brisbane City, Bulimba, Westfield Carindale, Westfield Chermside, Springfield Central and Ipswich.

The premium artisan gelato at Gelatissimo is made fresh in-store, using high quality ingredients made to an old family recipe. Part of the Gelatissimo experience is the gelateria itself, which offers an authentic Italian experience. New flavours are constantly being created, however you will always find your old favourites here too.

Gelato Messina

48 James Street, Fortitude Valley | 109 Melbourne Street, South Brisbane

There is no shortage of choice when you visit a Gelato Messina store. Boasting 35 traditional flavours and five rotating weekly specials, you are bound to find a flavour which will tickle your taste buds. Everyone is catered for including gluten free, egg free, alcohol free, vegan and nut free options. If you are celebrating a special occasion why not lash out and order a gelato cake – mmmm!

Goodtimes Gelateria

5 Boundary Street, Brisbane

Using local Queensland produce and premium ingredients, the folk at Goodtimes Gelateria in Brisbane dish up more than 20 delicious flavours. Favourites include brown butter popcorn, banoffee, rhubarb custard and the more traditional flavours, like mint choc-chip, vanilla and mango. Take-home packs, gelato sandwiches, milkshakes, coffee and other sweet treats are also available when you visit the funky Goodtimes Gelateria.

Happy Pops

Stanley Street Plaza, South Brisbane

Happy Pops has taken ice cream and gelato to the next level. Lovingly handcrafted in Noosa, Happy Pops are exactly as the name suggests – happiness on a stick. Whether you choose your own ‘naked’ pop and pimp it up with chocolate and selected ingredients or buy a pre-decorated pop, not only will they look stunning, but they will taste utterly divine.

Knead Gelato

Sold at Flour and Chocolate – Northgate and Morningside stores ONLY

While Flour and Chocolate are known for their A-MAZING pastries, they also stock the scrumptious Knead Gelato at their Morningside and Northgate stores. With over 15 flavours on offer, and take-home packs available, there has never been a better time to try Knead Gelato. What will you try first – choc almond croissant gelato, lychee and coconut gelato or something a little more traditional?

La Macelleria

10-29 Florence Street, Teneriffe | 321 Montague Road, West End | 148 Logan Road, Woolloongabba 

La Macelleria brings the authentic taste of gelato and sorbet all the way from Italy to Australia. With four stores around Brisbane, visitors can enjoy the refreshing and scrumptious taste of classic gelato, speciality flavours and sorbet. Also on offer is coffee, premium cakes and even a gelato workshop, where you can learn all about gelato.

LICK Ice Cream

3/321 Honour Avenue, Graceville | The Barracks Shopping Centre, 61 Petrie Terrace, Brisbane (opening August 2024)

Known for their award-winning classics such as couverture dark chocolate ice cream, mango sorbet and vanilla bean ice cream, locals and visitors flock to LICK to sample their delicious flavours. If you don’t live near one of the LICK stores, fear not, you can find LICK products at independent supermarkets, selected markets, and delicatessens across Queensland and Northern NSW.

Matilda  – The Art of Gelato

60 Florence Street, Wynnum

Brisbane’s Bayside is home to Matilda – The Art of Gelato, which claims to make the best Italian gelato in Brisbane. To see if they are right head down and discover the many flavours on offer, including pistachio, mint, salted caramel, and hazelnut.  Dairy-free and gluten-free options are also available, as are a selection of cakes and desserts.

Milani House of Gelato

4/53 Racecourse Road, Hamilton

Milani House of Gelato is arguably one of the finest ice creameries in Brisbane and a personal favourite for many Brisbane families. Winning many awards in recent years for impeccable creations, they have something for everyone, from Banana Splits to Tiramisu Delights. Their Gelato contains high levels of protein, vitamins & calcium (made with real milk and fruit) with over 40 flavours on offer. This one has to be at the top of your ice cream bucket list.

Milani Minus Eight Degrees

319 – 341 Mains Road, Sunnybank

Nestled in Market Square Sunnybank you will find the popular Milani Minus Eight Degrees. With a range of delicious dairy and dairy-free flavours to choose from, you won’t be able to go past the award winning Caramel Peanut Gelato, which won big at the 2024 Australian Grand Dairy Awards. 

Miss Sophia’s Gelateria

240 Stafford Road, Stafford

Seven days a week you can get your gelato fix at Miss Sophia’s Gelateria. Churned in-store daily there is a variety of regular and speciality flavours to devour including gems such as double espresso, top deck, salted caramel and white chocolate and honey, fig and ricotta. Gelato cakes, vegan and gluten free options, sundaes and shakes are also available. You can even order Miss Sophia’s to go or arrange a gift voucher for someone special.

Mövenpick

Westfield Mt Gravatt, Logan Road, Upper Mt Gravatt

Mövenpick Swiss Ice Cream has delectable, naturally flavoured, smooth and creamy, yet refreshing choices. The Strawberry & Raspberry Highlight is one to sample; so fresh, fruity and perfect for a steaming summer’s day – YUMMO!

Nom Nom Natural Gelato

Coming highly recommended by one of our readers, Nom Nom Natural Gelato at Bulimba is the place to go for delicious gelato. Featuring high quality ingredients, their homemade recipes are handcrafted and include dairy-free, vegan and gluten-free options. 

Well there you have it, a self-guided ice-cream tour of Brisbane! We hope you enjoy trying them all. Be sure to share your own suggestions and favourites in the comments below.