The 5 Best Gelato Shops in Singapore

Written by Sarah Ong | June 27, 2024

Image: Milk and Honey Gelato

The health-conscious loves it. The weight-watchers love it. And our Singaporeans love it. This doesn’t mean Singaporeans are all the health-conscious people or the weight- watchers. Just because eating gelato is one of our ways of life. Enjoying this cold, smooth and flavourful dessert with all our heart is a way to appreciate the year-round hot and humid weather on the island.

Whether you are into Italian-style gelato or Japanese-style. Whether you want to have your favorites in a relaxing neighborhood venue or in a hip central location. Our guide to the best gelateria in Singapore will help you find your love.

1. Alfero Artisan Gelato

Image: Alfero Artisan Gelato

Address

81 Mac Pherson Lane, #01-37, Singapore 360081

Phone

+65 6848 4269

Opening hours

Tue to Sun: 12:00 – 21:00

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Wondering where to go for authentic Italian gelato in Singapore? Make your way to any of the four outlets of Alfero Artisan Gelato. Owned by Marco Alfero, who hails from Turin, Italy, this gelato shop promises a real taste of Italy in every scoop.

Highlights:

Alfero’s menu is a beautiful mix of classic and local favorite flavours: What sweet tooth can expect from this gelato café are the best scoops of classic flavours like Chocolate, Vanilla and Coffee as well as the local all time favorites such as Durian, Green Tea and Mango. Coming to Alfero, people forget about the quantity. Twelve flavors are enough to make its loyal following happy as the quality is excellent.
Pistachio gelato is the clear winner: While all the offerings are delicious, the standout is the Pistachio. The creaminess and smoothness give this gelato a good base while the rich nutty pistachio flavor provides it a pair of wings to fly high up in the sky.
Century-old method of storing gelato: Surprised by the lack of colourful display of gelati in the shop? The gems are hidden in deep pozzetto cabinets to ensure that the gelati remain fresh and unaffected by air and light.
Pleasant customer service by friendly staff: Although you can’t see their exciting offerings, they gladly make up for it with their warm service. The staff assists you in trying all the different flavours hidden in deep metal wells before your taste buds approve its favorite.

MENU: Alfero Artisan Gelato has a simple menu celebrating the authentic gelato together with waffles and a variety of hot and cold beverages.

MUST TRIES

Pistachio
Hazelnut
Chocolate
Coffee
Durian
Mango
Avocado

PRICES

Single Scoop: S$4.50
Double Scoop: S$6.50
Triple Scoop: S$8.50

ALL ALFERO ARTISAN GELATO’S LOCATIONS
Lab/Retail
Address: 81 Mac Pherson Lane, #01-37, Singapore 360081
Tel: (65) 6848 4269
Opening hours: Tue to Sun 12:00 – 21:00

@ Orchard Gateway
Address: 277 Orchard Road, #B2-06 Orchard Gateway, S238858
Tel: (65) 6702 6322
Opening hours: Daily 12:00 – 22:00

2. Haato & Co. @ Clarke Quay (Closed)

Image: Haato & Co.

Address

6 Eu Tong Sen Street #01-74, Singapore

Phone

+65 6225 6956

Opening hours

Sun to Thu 11:00 – 23:00
Fri & Sat 11:00 – 01:00

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Means “love” in English, Haato will make you fall for its authentic Japanese-inspired gelato flavours. If you like the sound of green tea with red bean, milk tea, yuzu, or black sesame in your creamy dessert, then this could be the best gelato place for you. Located by the Singapore River at Clarke Quay, Haato will make a perfect hang-out place for you and loved ones.

Highlights:

Japanese-style gelato: Recipes and techniques used are derived from Japanese cuisine which means that the gelati taste lighter, less sweet, and the consistency is more pure than its Italian counterpart. But of course, the Italian touch doesn’t disappear completely as the classic flavours are still mainly inspired by Italian gelato such as French vanilla, strawberry, chocolate hazelnut, and rum & raisin.
Thick, velvety and natural: A good gelato is hard to judge by its cover unless you’re a connoisseur. So newbies can only rely on their sense of taste and a bit of sense of sight. The gelati and sorbets at Haato are generally thick and velvety as an authentic one should be, while some are infused with real fruits such as strawberry, banana, mango, and melon. Most colours are rather dark relative to the fruit/nut flavour, which means the gelato maker must have put in extra effort to only use natural ingredients.
Waffles are comparable to the best local ice cream parlours: If you thought of Creamier upon reading waffles, then you might want to give Haato a try! The waffle is thick, soft on the inside, and has crusty edges, a perfect match to the soft and smooth gelato. It can also be topped with certain syrup flavours depending on your order.
Offers breathtaking views of the Singapore River: Dining in Haato at The Central can give you the best seat to watch the activities around the Singapore River as they come by. You must dine-in alfresco to enjoy the view and feel the cool breeze, while eating your stress away with a cup of gelato. This place can definitely give you a break from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Menu
Haato & Co tries to get healthy with their menu. You can choose among gelato, sorbet and yogurt options, all of which are lighter in terms of fat content than ice creams. Most of the flavours are either fruit- or nut-based that are usually mixed with water or milk and then slowly churned until it achieves the right consistency before getting it frozen. Other sweet delights are also available like waffles, cakes, pastries, and coffee.

Recommended Flavours
– Pistachio
– Green Tea
– Wildberry
– Chocolate
– Macadamia
– Durian
– Lychee Sorbet
– Yuzu Sorbet

Ambiance
Being located along the Singapore River at Clarke Quay, Haato & Co. has a relaxing and laid-back ambiance, which makes it a perfect place for a low-key afternoon. There’s an alfresco dining that can accommodate up to 30 persons. So whether you want to treat your visiting friends for these delights in the night or just savour the gelato all to yourself, you can do so at Haato peacefully.

Average Price/Pax: S$5

Other Locations
@ Thomson Plaza
301 Upper Thomson Road, Thomson Plaza, Unit 03-44
Tel: (65) 6457 4036
Sun – Mon: 08:00 – 21:30

@ ION Orchard
2 Orchard Turn Unit B4-81/82/83
Tel: (65) 6509 8427
Sun – Mon: 11:00 – 22:00

@ Ridgewood Close
5 Ridgewood Close
Unit G1
Tel: (65) 6464 9607
Mon – Fri: 11:00 – 22:30
Sat & Sun: 09:30 – 22:30

3. Milk and Honey Gelato @ Bedok North

Image: Milk and Honey Gelato

Address

86 Bedok North Street 4 #01-179
Singapore 460086

Phone

+65 9822 5043

Opening hours

Sun to Thu 12:00 – 00:00
Fri & Sat 12:00 – 01:00

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Looking for a late night dessert place after a hearty meal at Fengshan Food Centre? Milk and Honey Gelato, a casual, no-frills gelato shop serving some of the best gelati in Singapore, is the right place. Delicious, handcrafted gelato, warm waffles and refreshing lemonade are always there on its menu for you to chill out with family and friends. Sounds like some of the simple pleasures of life, doesn’t it?

Highlights:

A wonderful gelato destination in the East: Sit next to Bedok 85 Food Market (also known as Fengshan Food Centre) – a familiar food court to people in the East, Milk and Honey Gelato completes the area’s food scene with its delightful selection of gelati. Packed with rich, creamy goodness, best-selling flavours like Choc-a-baby, Balsamic Strawberry, Salty Malty and Salted Caramel will simply steal your heart and keep you craving for more.
Good selection of freshly brewed coffee: Don’t be surprised when you see people flocking to this gelato stop for a cup of coffee. Yes, variety and quality do matter. From espresso, to cappuccino, latte, flat white, long black, and mocha, the coffee at this little store is always aromatic and flavorful.
Buddy Meal Quaffles Set, a good choice for sharing: Offered at S$14.50, this two-person dessert set includes two scoops of gelato, one quaffles and one jar of lemonade. Pick your favorite gelato from the shop’s premium Mason Bee and Queen Bee series, you will know how good this deal is.
Open until midnight: If you know that not many dessert shops in the neighborhood open till 00:00 or 01:00, you will appreciate this stall’s operating hours. Milk and Honey Gelato is unquestionably an ideal place to round off your meal at Fengshan Food Centre or to satisfy your late night hankering for sweets.

MENU: The menu at Milk and Honey Gelato at Bedok North Street comprises of a wide range of artisanal gelati and sorbets along with affordable dessert set meals. It also offers a range of hot and cold beverages.

MUST TRIES

Salty Malty
Choc-a-baby
Balsamic Strawberry
Salted Caramel
Pistachio
Shy Green Nut
Earl Grey Gelato

PRICES

Single Scoop: S$3.50/S$4.50/S$5.50
Double Scoop: S$6.50/S$8.50/S$10.50
Triple Scoop: S$9.50/S$12.50/S$15.50

4. Gelatissimo @ Shaw House

Image: Gelatissimo

Address

350 Orchard Road, #01-01
Shaw House, Singapore 228208

Phone

+65 6736 1618

Opening hours

Mon to Fri 11:00 - 23:30
Sat & Sun 11:00 - 01:00

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Inspired by mainly Italian recipes, Gelatissimo is yet another gelateria in Singapore that plays host to the best gelato in town. Guests particularly loved the fruit-based gelati for they taste naturally fruity and refreshing. This holds true in Singapore where the warm weather can make you sweat a lot; and thus, a cup of gelato would come in to quench your thirst.

Highlights:

Refreshingly sweet fruit-based gelati: One would know that a fruity gelato is indeed made with real ingredients if it tasted as naturally flavorful as the real fruit, the natural fruit colour blended well with the mixture, and the icy tidbits melt away too quickly. Few examples of flavours include strawberry, coconut, mango, and lychee.
Indulge in a gluten-free and dairy-free dessert: Some gelati and sorbet flavours are essentially fruit and sugar at the base. Therefore, people with celiac disease and vegans might find Gelatissimo the best haven for their guilty pleasures. All flavours are freshly churned on-site!
A plethora of award-winning Italian ice cream flavours: Laid out in the counter beautifully, each gelato is stacked on a metal bin to retain its freshness and support it stably. Simple flavours like salted caramel, hazelnut, and mango might offer a good start, while the unique flavours like burnt caramel & pecan, chocolate truffle, and Red Bull could be enough reason to go back.
Up to 3 flavour combinations: While most ice cream parlours only allow two flavour combinations, Gelatissimo provides some more room for play and experimentation to its customers. This is perfect for diners who love mixing different ice cream flavours and won’t regret it regardless of the outcome.
Open until 1AM on weekends: Shaw House outlet must be your go-to place for a quick gelato fix after having a good movie time at Lido.

MENU: The menu is extensive as Gelatissimo aims to develop new and exciting flavours regularly. A mixture of simple and unique flavours can attract a person with a sweet tooth but it’s the presentation that seals the deal at first sight. Sorbets, sundaes, cakes and pastries, waffles, and coffee are also being offered at its café-style gelateria.

WELL-LOVED FLAVOURS

Coconut
Strawberry
Passion Fruit
Lychee
Coffee
Pistachio
Nutella
Hazelnut
Toasted Almond
Rum & Raisin

AMBIANCE: The outlet at Shaw House is particularly popular among the frequent guests because the location is convenient and accessible. The small shop sits close to the escalators that take you up to Lido, so after watching a movie, a cup of gelato at Gelatissimo is a sure way of capping the day off. Although located inside a mall, the ambiance does seem welcoming and warm. Thanks to the friendly and ever-smiling staff!

AVERAGE PRICE/PAX: S$7

5. +39 Gelato Bar (Closed)

Image: +39 Gelato Bar (Closed)

Address

29 Circular Road #01-01
049385 Singapore

Phone

+65 6532 0360

Opening hours

Mon to Sat 11:00 – 23:00

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Italian haute-style is what you can find in this gelateria. Forget paper cups and cones, because +39 Gelato Bar offers you scoops of creamy goodness on a martini glass. The gelateria also uses IdeaTre machine by Carpigiani to provide a state-of-the-art service. Meanwhile, the ingredients are sourced directly from Italy so gelati at this bar is the closest things you can get to authentic Italian taste.

Highlights:

Finest Italian gelato indulgence in Singapore: +39 Gelato Bar is essentially on a crusade for introducing the best gelato flavours to the Far East. And it is done in haute style no less. The gelati are always made on-site and come out in fresh batches of tubs with no preservatives, artificial flavourings, or food colouring added into the mix!
Dazzling selection of frozen cocktails: If the waffle and ice cream duo bores you, then this kind of adults-only concept might keep you interested in +39 Gelato Bar. Imagine any of these flavours – Spritz Aperol Sorbet, Lychee Sorbet Martini, Lime Sorbet Mojito, Frozen Margarita and Frozen Pina Colada – are available on the day of your visit? It is just wow. Eating Aperol sorbet is like having a glass of Aperol Spritz but in its frozen version – the Aperol is mixed with Prosecco wine and garnished with a slice of orange. Has a bitter after-taste but so does any cocktail drink!
A round lid to close-off the bin: This may be a minor detail but lids can actually contribute to keeping the gelato fresh and flavourful all day. It does what it does best – to seal the freshness of a gelato’s natural ingredients. For many Italians, selling gelato doesn’t need visuals because they primarily care about the gelato’s overall quality, anyway.
You’re free to add a topping of your choice: Whether a dose of chocolate syrup or a cocktail, you are more than welcome to spice up your gelato experience. Simply ask the chef to add some toppings to your order, or better yet, ask for an expert’s advice!

Menu
The menu is rather small for an upmarket gelato bar, but the flavours change daily so there’s variety. The kitchen is manned by Chef Jacopo Quaglia, who is also responsible for creating the most innovative additions to the menu. Popular concoctions are pineapple lemon basil, chili chocolate, pistachio, and raspberry. A wide selection of non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages are also being offered at this gelato place. You can either go by the glass or by the bottle, if you want to turn the quiet night into a festive mood.

Recommended Flavours
– Pistachio
– Lime
– Vanilla
– Hazelnut
– Mango
– Strawberry cinnamon

Ambiance
The ambiance is very relaxing with each corner being well-lit and air-conditioned. There is enough seat for a small group of four persons who may wish to dine-in. Bricked walls, open kitchen bar, and organised dining areas basically make up +39 Gelato Bar’s interior, and the place doesn’t get crowded easily for it is still relatively new in the local scene.

Price: S$7.50/scoop