I scream, “ICE CREAM!” Ice cream lovers, brace yourself for the ultimate ice cream adventure and prepare yourself for a brain freeze as we let you in on the best ice cream shops all around Singapore, categorised by area.
Central
1. Dopa Dopa Creamery
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First up on the list, we’ve Dopa Dopa Creamery. This small artisanal gelato parlour is tucked in a quaint street near Clarke Quay. With only a maximum of eight ice cream flavours a day, you might be sceptical of its offerings. But here’s the catch: Unlike most other ice cream joints, Dopa Dopa Creamery differentiates themselves by offering a unique butter croissant and ice cream combination. And to make things even better, Dopa Dopa Creamery’s croissant is well-known for its extraordinarily crispy and flaky exterior. This is definitely new to many of us who’s so used to having our ice cream served on waffles, brownies and cones.
Dopa Dopa Creamy is also earning additional plus points for having one of the most exquisite and exotic ice cream flavours such as Home Roasted Pistachio, Speculoos with Lotus Biscuit, Apple Ginger Sorbet and Watermelon Mint Sorbet. We say, yum.
Address: 29 South Bridge Road, #01-01, Singapore 058665
Opening hours:
Mon – Thu: 12:00pm – 9:30pm
Fri – Sat: 12:00pm – 10:30pm
Sun: 12:00pm – 9:30pm
2. Apiary
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Indulge yourself in smooth creamy goodness with the delicious unique ice cream flavours offered by Apiary. This ice cream shop at Tanjong Pagar has made a name of itself with its stellar flavours such as the Blue Milk (an ice cream flavour infused with milk, blue pea flowers and a pinch of pink Himalayan salt), Pink Peppercorn (ice cream tinged with a floral and light peppery taste), and Sicilian Pistachio (ice cream enhanced with a mix of intense pistachio and nutty aroma). Besides the normal cup or cone options, this joint also offers brownies, waffles and even brioche buns.
Address: 84 Neil Road, Singapore 088844
Opening hours:
Mon – Thu: 12:00pm – 10:00pm
Fri – Sat: 12:00pm – 11:00pm
Sun: 12:00pm – 10:00pm
3. Tom’s Palette
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Situated at Shaw Towers along Beach Road, Tom’s Palette is a treasure trove of unorthodox flavours. This gem has managed to outdo itself in inventing new wacky creations time and time again (every month), with its repertoire now exceeding 150 since its inception in 2005! Newfangled favourites that continue to be raved about by the community include Salted Egg Yolk, White Chocolate Nori, Salted Caramel Cheesecake and Parmesan Cheese And Cream Crackers.
Clearly, its innovation spirit doesn’t just stop at its selection of ice cream flavours, but also extends to its waffles which is cleverly made of brownie. Yes! If you’re like us and have problems deciding if you should have your ice cream with brownie or waffle, you can now just get it with these brownie waffles! On top of all these, you can also opt to have it topped with a drizzle of its thick and creamy cheese sauce that is concocted with three different types of cheese, including mozzarella, parmesan and cheddar.
Address: 100 Beach Road, #01-25, Shaw Tower, Singapore 189702
Opening hours:
Mon – Thu: 12:00pm – 9:30pm
Fri – Sat: 12:00pm – 10:00pm
Sun: 1:00pm – 7:00pm
4. Merely Ice Cream
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Merely’s is a friendly neighbourhood ice cream store located in the heart of Changi Village, the supper hotspot for the Easties, and also conveniently located near town, at Sunshine Plaza. Did you know that this ice cream shop is also opened by family friends?! Besides the usual chocolate flavours, Merely’s “Salty Caramel” flavour is also to-die-for! If you’re in the area, head down over for a scoop of ice cream that you’ll not regret!
Address: 91 Bencoolen Street, Sunshine Plaza, #01;13, Singapore 189652
1 Tampines Walk #B1-52, Our Tampines Hub, Singapore 528523
Opening Hours:
Sunshine Plaza Outlet:
Mon – Thu: 12:00pm – 10:30pm
Fri – Sat: 12:00pm – 11:00pm
Sun: Closed
Our Tampines Hub Outlet:
Mon – Sun: 12:00pm – 10:00pm
North
1. Holy Cow Creamery
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Besides being infamous for being one of the weirdest and scariest neighbourhood in Singapore, Yishun is also known for being the home ground of Holy Cow Creamery. This homegrown brand is a paradise for sweet tooth lovers. Its most celebrated bold creations include Mao Shan Wang, Mr Potato Head (vanilla ice cream mixed with salted caramel and chocolate-covered potato chips), Orh Nee (trans: Teochew yam paste), Tiger Beer with salted almonds and Thai Milk Tea.
And holy cow! Other than uniquely Singaporean flavours, the joint also offers lava cake in two different flavours, chocolate and matcha, that you can choose to pair with your ice cream. If lava cake is not your thing, you can also savour your ice cream with a golden or charcoal waffle, or a brownie.
Address: 292 Yishun Street 22, #01-291, Singapore 760292
Opening hours:
Mon: Closed
Tue – Thu: 11:30am – 10:00pm
Fri – Sat: 11:30am – 11:00pm
Sun: 11:30am – 10:00pm
2. Rabbit Owl Depot
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For those who prefer ice cream flavours that are light on the palate and refreshing, Rabbit Owl Depot at Woodlands is your next go-to place. Some notable flavours include Thai Coconut, Honey and Milk, Cookie Buttercrumb and Strawberry Cheesecake.
The ultimate X-factor of the homegrown ice cream parlour that can win your heart over is the signature Snowflakes Waffles that shot to fame when the brand first opened its door. The dish is available in four different flavours – Original, Chocolate Melt, Cookie Butter and Bamboo Charcoal.
Address: 30 Woodlands Avenue 1, #01-01, The Woodgrove, Singapore 739065
Opening hours:
Mon – Fri: 1:00pm – 12:00am
Sat – Sun: 12:00pm – 12:00am
North-east
1. Lickers
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Nestled in the neighbourhood of Hougang, Lickers is the ultimate dessert haven for the modern sweet tooths as it offers ice cream options that are not only decadently innovative and offbeat but also highly Instagrammable. Its must-try unique creations are Oolong Lavender, Honeydew Cucumber, Yakult Oreo, Ginger Lemon and Coconut Mango.
Try not to be less sinful when you’re over there because you’ll leave regretting not giving its airy, fluffy and crispy waffle a shot. Oh yes, their waffles are also buttermilk-scented.
Address: 124 Hougang Avenue 1, #01-1446, Singapore 530124
Opening hours:
Mon: Closed
Tue – Thu: 1:00pm – 2:00am
Fri – Sun: 12:00pm – 3:00am
2. KOOKS Creamery
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Molten lava cakes are a norm, but have you heard of molten lava cookies?! Situated in the casual setting of Serangoon, KOOKS Creamery is one of the pioneers that came up with their signature molten lava cookie, which is available in two flavours: chocolate and matcha. Their ice cream flavours are also to-die-for with Ferrero Rocher, Milk Cereal, Nougat and Brown Butter as part of the 18-ice cream flavour line-up. If this isn’t enough to impress, they’ve recently brought back their super IG-worthy Unicorn Lava Set that is perfect for any #basicbitch.
Psst, with Christmas coming right up, KOOK Creamery has also released its limited edition KOOK bites in three flavours – Chocolate Chip with Speculoos Filling, Red Velvet with Cream Cheese Filling and Matcha with Nutella Filling.
Address: 211 Serangoon Avenue 4, #01-02, Singapore 550211
Opening hours:
Mon: Closed
Tue – Thu: 12:00pm – 10:00pm
Fri – Sat: 12:00pm – 11:00pm
Sun: 12:00pm – 10:00pm
3. Non Entrée Dessert
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Bringing your dose of sweetness to the next level, Non Entrée Dessert around Serangoon offers you the option to have ice cream served in cute little glass jars, with a moon-shaped biscuit that acts as a cover of the jar. This biscuit also holds up the lava cake that is available in chocolate or matcha flavour. Besides this, Non Entrée Dessert also offers a fantastic line-up of gelato flavours such as Exotic (an infusion of mango and passionfruit flavour) and Mascarpone Lime (a combination of vanilla and lime flavour).
Address: 204 Rangoon Road, Hong Building, Singapore 218451
Opening hours:
Tue – Thu: 2:00pm – 10:00pm
Fri: 2:00pm – 11:00pm
Sat: 12:00pm – 11:00pm
Sun: 12:00pm – 10:00pm
East
1. FATCAT Ice Cream Bar
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Cute name aside, Bedok North’s FATCAT Ice Cream Bar specialises in crafting frozen delights from scratch with fresh ingredients. Its extensive menu, which boasts 18 different flavours each day, spans from good old classics like Vanilla and Chocolate to the quirky flavours including Butter Beer (Harry Potter fans!), White Peach Sangria, Watermelon Soju and more. If you’re feeling a little more adventurous, you can opt for their mysterious flavour of the day. Oh, one more thing – you’ll also want to try their signature waffles with Salted Egg Yolk sauce that many swear by.
Address: 416 Bedok North Avenue 2, #01-25, Singapore 460416
Opening hours:
Mon: 1:00pm – 10:00pm
Wed – Thu: 1:00pm – 10:00pm
Fri: 1:00pm – 11:00pm
Sat – Sun: 12:00pm – 11:00pm
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For those who’re looking for a twist to ice cream, Birds of Paradise that’s located along East Coast Road may have the answer that you’re searching for. You won’t find popular classic flavours like chocolate or cookies and cream. Instead, you’ll be greeted with exotic gelato flavours that are specially and solely concocted with natural and botanical ingredients, such as fruits, flowers, pods, herbs and spices. Some of its top picks comprise of Lychee Raspberry, Strawberry Basil, White Chrysanthemum and Spiced Pear.
Address: 63 East Coast Road, #01-05, Singapore 428776
Opening hours:
Mon: Closed
Tue – Thu: 12:00pm – 10:00pm
Fri – Sat: 12:00pm – 10:30pm
Sun: 12:00pm – 10:00pm
3. Three’s A Crowd
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Before we continue, we’ll like to apologise to the Easties as we’re revealing the best-kept secret of your neighbourhood. Three’s A Crowd is located in Tampines and this gelato parlour will leave a smile on your face as you sink your teeth into its extremely rich ice cream. When you’re there, be sure to give their best creations – Dark Chocolate and Kris Grey – a go. If you’re considering pairing your gelato with something, we’ll recommend getting their signature churro waffle!
Address: 802 Tampines Ave 4, #01-11, Singapore 520802
Opening hours:
Mon – Thu: 12:00pm – 10:00pm
Fri – Sat: 12:00pm – 11:00pm
Sun: 12:00pm – 10:00pm
4. A Spoonful Of Sugar
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A spoonful of sugar makes the medicine go down~ And in this case, A Spoonful Of Sugar will just make us all so happy. Famed for not just their ice cream, this popular ice cream joint in the East is also known for their interesting desserts (e.g. Oreo Coupe, Banana Cheese Musketeer Waffle… Say what?) and more! If you’re in the Changi Village area for food, simply head down and end off your meal with the best desserts ever!
Address: Block 4 Changi Village Road #01-2072, Changi Village, Singapore 500004
Opening Hours:
Mon – Thu: 12:00pm – 9:30pm
Fri – Sat: 12:00pm – 10:30pm
Sun: 12:00pm – 9:30pm
West
1. Creamier
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Make a sweet escape to the largest outlet of Creamier that’s nestled amidst the therapeutic charm of nature dotted with lush trees at Gillman Barracks. Each day, the menu rotates its offerings, boasting 18 handcrafted ice cream flavours to satisfy your sweet tooth. Pair your ice cream with their famous waffles which are crispy on the outside but fluffy on the inside. We assure you that you’ll be begging for more after your first bite.
Oh, if you’re visiting their Gillman Barrack outlet, you have to try their two premium flavours that are exclusively available only there – Pomegranate Yoghurt and Macadamia Tropicana.
Address: 5a Lock Road, Singapore 108927 and 128 Toa Payoh Lorong 1, Singapore 310128
Opening hours:
Mon: Closed
Tue – Thu: 1:00pm – 9:00pm
Fri – Sat: 12:00pm – 11:00pm
Sun: 12:00pm – 10:00pm
2. Sunday Folks
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A sister brand of Creamier, Sunday Folks is a well-known dessert haven nestled within Chip Bee Gardens to satisfy your sweet cravings for ice cream. Despite being located in a rather secluded area, its soft-serve ice cream never fails to command long queues. Available in six different flavours, including Summer Strawberries, Roasted Pistachio, Earl Grey Lavender, Madagascar Vanilla, Sea Salt Gula Melaka and Dark Chocolate, you can opt to have any of the soft serve ice creams delicately swirled atop an insta-worthy charcoal cone or a double stack of drool-worthy waffles. Yep, these are the same famous Creamier waffles mentioned above! Before settling down on your treat, you can also opt to finish it off with their signature handcrafted toppings such as the chewy sweet gula melaka mochi and the gula melaka sauce.
Address: 44 Jalan Merah Saga, #01-52, Chip Bee Gardens, Singapore 278116
Opening hours:
Tue – Thu: 1:00pm – 10:00pm
Fri – Sat: 12:00pm – 11:00pm
Sun: 12:00pm – 10:00pm
3. Smoocht
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Ever heard of vegan gelato? That’s basically ice cream made without any single dairy product, which translates to no milk, egg, cheese, butter or honey. If you haven’t already tried it, then you’re in for a new ice cream ride when you visit Smoocht at Jurong East. Their signature plant-based sweet offerings are gently infused with organic crystal brown rice, organic evaporated sugar cane juice, real fruit and/or pure nut butter. If you’re in the vicinity, be sure to try out these best-selling flavours – It’s Getting Dark (dark chocolate), Loco Coco (coconut) and Dancing King (durian).
Address: 319 Jurong East Street 31, #01-58, Singapore 600319
Opening hours:
Mon – Thu: 12:00pm – 9:00pm
Fri – Sat: 12:00pm – 9:30pm
Sun: 12:00pm – 9:00pm
4. The Daily Scoop
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The Daily Scoop is a well-known ice cream joint amongst the young for the wallet-friendly price and convenient locations at Clementi, Holland Village and Sembawang. It is also one of the pioneer local ice cream brands that believe in bringing joy to customers with an alluring array of flavours. The all-time top 10 favourite flavours include Cha Earl Grey, Kookie Monster, Nutty Macadamia, Simply Chocolate, Lychee Martini, Maple Crisp, Salted Mr Brown, Surprising Coconut, Strawberry Shortcake and Mao Shan Wang.
Address:
Clementi: 41 Sunset Way, #01-04 Clementi Arcade, Singapore 597071
Holland: 43 Jalan Merah Saga, #01-78 Chip Bee Gardens, Singapore 278115
Sembawang: 369 Sembawang Road, #01-05, Sembawang Cottage, Singapore 758382
Opening hours:
Mon – Thu: 11:00am – 10:00pm
Fri – Sat: 11:00am – 10:30pm
Sun: 2:00pm – 10:00pm
