10 Must-Try Gelato & Ice Cream Shops In Singapore To Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth

APIARY: Handcrafted Artisanal Ice Cream

If you're looking for artisanal ice cream made from fresh, quality ingredients, make a beeline for Apiary. Here, they pasteurize their dairy in-house and make ice cream from scratch using fresh ingredients. Expect 100% creamy goodness with unique flavors from Baileys & Brownie, Lychee & Yuzu Sorbet and Alphonso Mango Sorbet.

Apiary, 84 Neil Rd, Singapore 088844, +65 8490 2009, www.apiary.sg

BIRDS OF PARADISE: Ice Cream With Natural And Botanical Ingredients

Birds of Paradise produces the finest gelato inspired by the botanical flavors of Southeast Asia. Their signature flavors are light and extraordinary, made from premium natural and botanical ingredients like fruits, flowers, pods, herbs, and spices. Their ice cream boutique interiors are as lovely as well, welcoming guests with a sense of calm. Try their unique flavor options like White Chrysanthemum, Sea-Salt Hojicha, Roasted Sesame, Masala Spice and more in their most delicate, refreshing form!

Birds of Paradise, multiple locations, +65 9678 6092, www.birdsofparadise.sg

BURNT CONES: Hand-Churned Gelato

Head to any of Burnt Cones' eight outlets in Singapore to indulge in creamy, hand-churned gelato served in decadently crispy caramelized cones. Try their signature 85% Dark Chocolate made from single-origin Valrhona chocolate. For a nutty treat, opt for Maple Pecan made with toasted pecans, real maple syrup, and brown butter. Complement your ice cream treat with their buttermilk waffles made with French butter.

Burnt Cones, multiple locations in Singapore including Orchard, Kent Ridge and HarbourFront, www.burntcones.com

DOPA DOPA CREAMERY: Artisanal Gelato

Dopa found the perfect way to increase your dopamine levels – by stuffing croissants with handcrafted scoops. Their flavors are specially curated to bring you happiness. There’s their signature Home Roasted Pistachio Praline, a strong, bold, nutty flavor made using their homemade pistachio paste, Vanilla Tiramisu and the refreshing Passion Fruit Sorbet among others. Pick your fave and enjoy it with a waffle for an automatic happiness boost!

Dopa, two locations in South Bridge Road and Tanjong Pagar Plaza, +65 6535 3539, www.dopadopacreamery.com

GELATIAMO: Ice Cream Shop in One-North

In comparison to ice cream, gelato is richer and packs more of a punch. Get your fix of the traditional Italian dessert at GelatiAmo, which has a range of flavors to satisfy every palate. These are all made fresh by the way, so you’ll be guaranteed the best quality in every bite. You can also top up your scoop with a waffle to share with the kids, or parents can have it as an affogato for a caffeine fix.

GelatiAmo, 1 Fusionopolis Way, Connexis, #B1-11, Singapore 138632, +65 8750 3897, www.instagram.com/gelatiamo.onenorth

ISLAND CREAMERY: Ice Cream Tubs & Ice Cream Cakes

Another one of the pioneers of homemade ice cream in Singapore is Island Creamery. This ice cream parlor successfully produces plenty of unique flavors into ice cream treats – make sure to try their take on Pulut Hitam, Chendol, Mao Shan Wang Durian. There are dairy-free options as well as ice cream cake, with takeaway and delivery options available too!

Island Creamery, three locations in Singapore including One Holland Village, Paya Lebar Road, and Plantation Crescent, www.islandcreamery.com

MILK & HONEY GELATO: Handmade Ice Cream Shop In Bedok

Nestled in the Bedok enclave is Milk & Honey Gelato, which has an array of handmade ice cream with classic flavors like Chocolate and premium flavors like Earl Grey. Take your pick of what suits you best and have it in a cone or waffles – the perfect chill hangout idea for you and the kiddos!

Milk & Honey, 86 Bedok North Street 4, #01-179, Singapore 460086, +65 9646 9290, www.instagram.com/milkandhoneygelato

TOM’S PALETTE: Unorthodox Ice Cream Flavors

Originating from a small shop space, Tom’s Palette has now expanded to have two outlets at Bugis and Kovan. The popular ice cream joint has a variety of unique flavors, ranging from Kochi Yuzu to Jamaican Rum & Raisin, Strawberries & Cream and more. Those that love trying new flavors and challenging their taste buds will definitely find something of interest here.

Tom’s Palette, multiple locations, www.tomspalette.com.sg

UDDERS: Locally Produced Ice Cream

With four outlets in Singapore, Udders is one of the more familiar brands when it comes to ice cream. They are known for injecting a bit of local influence in their ice cream flavors–think Muah Chee, Kueh Salat and Durian Mao Shan Wang. Aside from that, they also have alcoholic flavors, if you're feeling a tad experimental.

Udders, multiple locations in Singapore, www.udders.com.sg

VAN LEEUWEN ICE CREAM: Ice Cream From New York

Hailing from New York City, Van Leeuwen is a famous ice cream brand in the heart of Singapore at Orchard Road. All their ice cream is made with natural ingredients, and there are also vegan options for the health conscious. Look out for their special flavors that are introduced seasonally, so every visit has a new surprise.

Van Leeuwen Ice Cream, Orchard Central, 181 Orchard Rd, #01-19, Singapore 238896, +65 6235 0214, www.vanleeuwenicecream.sg

Want more? Check out more ice cream places in Singapore:

• Aphrodite – www.instagram.com/theaphroditesg
• Creamier – www.creamier.com.sg
• Hay, Gelato – www.instagram.com/haygelato
• Holy Cow Creamery – www.instagram.com/holycowcreamery
• Kind Kones – www.kindkones.com
• Lickers – www.lickers.com.sg
• Matchaya – www.matchaya.sg
• Momolato – www.momolato.com
• Muted – www.muted.sg
• No Horse Run – www.facebook.com/nohorserunsg
• Ri Ri Cha –  www.instagram.com/riricha.sg
• Three’s A Crowd Cafe – www.threesacrowdcafe.com