Top 10 Best Ice cream shops in Dubai
Choose among:
- ✦ Distinctive regional or adventurous flavours
- ✦ A broader café-style dessert stop
- ✦ Smooth gelato with multiple flavour choices
- ✦ Composed desserts with ice cream
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What people like
Creamy gelatoGelato is repeatedly described as rich, creamy and full of authentic flavour, with traditional Italian-style recipes.
Dessert qualityWaffles and crepes are made fresh, with waffles praised for a crisp outside and fluffy centre.
Gelateria La Romana is an Italian-style gelato shop in Dubai Hills Estate, with creamy traditional flavours alongside desserts such as crepes and waffles. Reviews make the chocolate crepe, pistachio ice cream and welcoming café seating especially worth considering.
TipIf you are choosing for the first time, ask to try several flavours before deciding; reviewers found this process useful.
Choose Gelateria La Romana for creamy Italian-style gelato backed by fresh waffles and crepes.
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What people like
Strong coffeeCoffee is a reliable choice, with one review praising its strength, aroma and flavour and another calling the aroma perfect.
Italian dishesThe tomato pasta, Alfredo pasta, arrabbiata and al dente pasta all receive positive mentions across the reviews.
Massimo Gelato is an Italian gelato café in Al Barsha, at Mall of the Emirates, where you can stop for pistachio gelato, coffee or a full meal. Reviews especially point to the pizza, pasta and relaxed seating beside Ski Dubai.
TipAdd pistachio milk cake to a coffee order; one review enjoyed the combination with both a latte and an Americano.
Choose Massimo gelato for a gelato café where coffee and Italian dishes are credible parts of the visit.
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What people like
Falooda VarietyThe menu ranges from Rose and Tender Coconut Falooda to mango, kulfi and chocolate variations, giving repeat visitors plenty to try.
Tender CoconutTender Coconut Falooda is one of the clearest recurring favourites, praised for its flavour and refreshing character.
Falooda Nation is an Al Karama ice cream shop centred on traditional and creative faloodas, with sundaes and other desserts too. Reviews especially point to the Tender Coconut Falooda and the theatrical Sizzling Brownie with Ice Cream, making it a casual stop for a sweet treat or family dessert.
TipStart with the Tender Coconut Falooda; it is repeatedly singled out as a strong choice and a refreshing option.
Choose Falooda Nation - Al Karama for a wide falooda menu with the Tender Coconut Falooda as a recurring favourite.
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What people like
Tasting optionYou can sample plenty of flavours before deciding, which is useful when the choice is wide.
Authentic flavoursPistachio, dark chocolate, mango and fruit flavours receive specific praise for tasting natural and authentic.
Gelateria La Romana dal 1947 is an Italian gelato shop on Bluewaters Island, known for smooth, less-sweet flavours and generous tasting before you choose. Reviews also highlight freshly made crepes, waffles paired with gelato, coffee and a cosy setting with outdoor seats near Ain Dubai.
TipAsk to taste several flavours before choosing; reviewers say sampling is available and helps with the large selection.
Choose Gelateria La Romana dal 1947 for smooth, balanced gelato with plenty of flavours to sample before deciding.
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What people like
Try firstCustomers can taste several flavours before committing, which is useful when choosing among unusual options.
Fruit piecesThe custard apple ice cream can include actual fruit pieces, adding texture beyond a smooth scoop.
MAIN BRANCH OLD MUMBAI ICECREAM DUBAI is an ice cream shop in Al Karama built around fruit- and dry-fruit-based flavours described as natural and free from artificial flavours, preservatives and stabilisers. Reviews make the custard apple ice cream and jamun shots especially tempting, with tasting offered before you choose.
TipAsk to taste several flavours before choosing, especially if you are new to fruit-based combinations.
Choose MAIN BRANCH OLD MUMBAI ICECREAM DUBAI for fruit-forward Indian ice cream with unusual flavours and real fruit pieces.
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What people like
Custom toppingsSprinkles, fruit, candy and other toppings let you customise the dessert.
Mall locationThe Mall of the Emirates kiosk is on the first level by Ski Dubai, handy for a dessert break after shopping.
Häagen-Dazs is a counter-service ice cream shop in Al Barsha, serving scoops and sorbet alongside sundaes, shakes and smoothies. Reviews make the waffle desserts and richer flavours such as Belgian chocolate and salted caramel especially useful things to look for, with the Mall of the Emirates branch near Ski Dubai.
TipStart with Belgian chocolate or salted caramel, two flavours customers specifically recommend.
Choose Häagen-Dazs for a fresh waffle sundae or another ice-cream dessert with custom toppings.
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What people like
Fresh conesThe waffle cones are made fresh, and customers can add warm chocolate or white chocolate sauce inside the cone.
Crepes wafflesReviews specifically praise the waffles and crepes, including a Nutella and custard crepe.
La Romana is an Italian gelato shop in Mirdif serving handmade gelato alongside cakes and small pastries. Reviews make the smooth pistachio flavours, fresh waffles and crepes, and relaxed café setting the main reasons to stop by.
TipAsk to taste flavours before deciding; the range reshuffles and monthly specials can change what is available.
Choose La Romana for strongly praised pistachio gelato, fresh cones and flavour tasting before purchase.
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What people like
Half-and-halfYou can split a cup or cone between two flavours, making it easier to try combinations such as Kinder and Sea Salt Pretzel.
Outdoor seatingThe shop is small, but reviews note several outdoor seats for enjoying gelato and coffee outside.
Shivers Gelato is a cozy ice cream shop in Al Barsha South Fourth - Lawns 1, serving creamy gelato alongside desserts and coffee. Reviews make the Sea Salt Pretzel, Kinder combinations and unusual popcorn flavours especially worth exploring, with tastings helping you choose.
TipAsk for tastings before deciding, especially if you are choosing among the more unusual flavours.
Choose Shivers Gelato for creative gelato flavours that can be split half-and-half in one cup or cone.
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What people like
Balanced SweetnessSeveral customers appreciate that the gelato tastes rich without becoming overwhelmingly sweet.
Chocolate SauceThe Belgian chocolate sauce adds a memorable finish, especially in a cone.
The Gelato Code is an artisanal Italian gelato shop with speciality coffee and fine teas in Dubai Creek Harbour. Reviews point to soft, creamy flavours that are often not too sweet, plus standout orders such as Belgian chocolate gelato and chocolate hazelnut crepes in a small, relaxed setting.
TipAsk to sample flavours before choosing; one customer was allowed to try them before ordering.
Choose THE GELATO CODE for exceptionally soft, creamy gelato that is often balanced rather than overly sweet.
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What people like
Flower PresentationGelato is shaped into a detailed flower on the cone, making the order especially photogenic.
Helpful SamplingStaff let customers try multiple flavours and offer recommendations when the choice feels overwhelming.
Amorino Gelato in Al Sufouh serves Italian artisanal gelato and sorbet, with the scoops shaped into its distinctive flower-style presentation. Customers particularly mention the creamy pistachio and hazelnut flavours, along with gelato-filled macarons.
TipIf you are undecided, ask to sample several flavours before choosing; this is explicitly mentioned by customers.
Choose Amorino Gelato - Dubai for flower-shaped gelato that combines visual presentation with smooth, creamy texture.
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