Enjoying a scoop (or three) of creamy, ice-cold bliss is a sheer joy that transcends all seasons and age groups. And when it comes to frozen treats, Penang has some absolute gems waiting to tantalise your taste buds.
Let’s take a tasty trip to some of Penang’s best ice cream and gelato parlours. These places will send your senses into a delightful frenzy with their variety of flavours – from traditional favourites to unique concoctions.
So grab your cones, and let’s go on a sweet adventure!
The Ais
The Ais is a family business that not only serves a wide range of flavours but also makes its ice creams in-house. They offer a selection of non-alcoholic and alcoholic ice creams, with flavours like Mediterranean Sea Salt, Hor Ka Sai, Horlicks KitKat, Rum and Raisin, and more!
And the best part? All of their ice creams are reasonably priced, whether you’re getting them in a cone or a cup.
Address: 65, Lebuh Campbell, George Town, 10100 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Creameal Handcrafted Ice Cream
Known for its signature light and airy waffles, Creameal is the place to be if you’re looking to have a decadent tea-time snack. Ice cream and waffles are the perfect dessert pair; everyone knows this! However, if you’re not a fan of waffles, fret not. Cremeal has croffles available for you to pair with your ice cream too.
Address: 63, Jalan Gurdwara, George Town, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Ciao Gelato
Who says that gelato can’t be healthy? Ciao Gelato has got your back when it comes to healthy gelato. With various flavours to choose from, your sweet tooth and cold treat cravings will be sorted without any guilt attached. Besides gelato, they’re also known for their sorbets, which are the perfect treat for a scorching hot day.
Address: 171-A, Lebuh Victoria, Street, 10300 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Hema Hema Ice Cream
The new kid in town, Hema Hema, is so popular that a queue forms at their storefront even before doors are open! Serving over 50 flavours that rotate weekly, you will be spoiled for choice each time you visit this place.
Address: 88, Lebuh Campbell, George Town, 10200 George Town, Pulau Pinang
Fourspoons Ice Cream Café
Fourspoons started serving ice cream in Bukit Mertajam before their success drove the opening of a second branch on Gurney Walk. Now, everyone in Penang can enjoy their lovely ice cream flavours, like the Butterscotch Macadamia, Blueberry Cheesecake, Peanut Butter and Jelly, and more.
If you’re looking for a unique treat, then you should definitely try out their luxurious floats, which are also featured in plenty of flavours.
Address: Gurney Walk, 18, Persiaran Gurney, 10250 George Town, Pulau Pinang; Icon City, 48-1, Jln Icon City, 14000 Bukit Mertajam, Pulau Pinang
Urban Artisan Cafe
Are you looking for Instagrammable ice cream that also tastes good? Urban Artisan is your answer! They regularly rotate their flavours each week, so be sure to check out their social media to see which flavours are featured during your visit. Aside from their unique and fun ice creams, be sure to also check out their bubble waffles!
Address: 122-C, Jalan Burma, George Town, 10050 George Town, Pulau Pinang
