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8 of the Best Ice Cream Spots on the Gold Coast

Updated: Feb 18, 2025

There's no better feeling than tucking into a scoop of refreshingly delicious ice cream or gelato on a scorching hot summers day, and on the Gold Coast we certainly get our fair share of those. Which is why we've put together this list of 8 of the best ice cream spots on the Gold Coast, so you know exactly where to go the next time you're craving a mouthwatering scoop (or two). 

La Macelleria
Counter shot with gelato cups
The Mermaid Waters Shopping Village is where you will find La Macelleria, your one stop shop for all things gelato and sorbet
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Gelato Gemelli
Brioche Ice Cream Sandwich
In the blossoming Nobby Beach precinct, Gelato Gemelli offers a range of delicious, creamy flavours for you to try!
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Pop's Milk Bar
Pop's Milk Bar Southport
Pop's Milk Bar is a 50s-inspired diner serving up a nostalgic vibe and mouthwatering menu of thickshakes, sundaes, jaffles, burgers and more in Southport
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Ciccio's Pizza & Gelato
Outdoor table at Ciccio's Pizza & Gelato
Ciccio's Pizza & Gelato is a convivial artisan Italian pizza and gelato bar located in the heart of Broadbeach
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Shiro Gelato & Snack
Shiro Gelato & Snack Southport
Shiro Gelato & Snack is a Japanese snack dispensary, boasting a menu of gelato, onigiri and unique sodas
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Rosé Gelataria
Rosé Gelataria Main Beach
A chic artisan gelato shop and cafe located in Main Beach's Tedder Avenue
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Scoop Gelati
For a refreshing scoop of ice cream at Burleigh, look no further than Scoop Gelati.
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Tamborine Diner
Entrance to the Tamborine Diner Tamborine Mountain
Take a step back in time to the 50s at Tamborine Diner, a retro-style restaurant located in Tamborine Mountain
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