Whether you’re a fan of a classic Mr. Whippy or after something a bit more artisanal, we’ve got you covered in this list of the best ice cream places in Leeds.
It’s hot enough to warrant a treat, we’d say, and if you’re going to do it you might as well go the whole hog and truly indulge in the best ice cream the city has to offer.
Keep reading to discover the very best ice cream spots in Leeds.
Tsujiri
Serving up authentic flavours like matcha and hōjicha, Tsujiri is one of our new favourite dessert spots in Leeds.
This Japanese dessert house offers everything from classic soft serves to more adventurous sundaes, with an array of toppings to customise your treat. Options include boba pearls, cracker, genmai, kinako, kuromitsu, red bean, sesame, shiratama. Perfect for those seeking a unique and refreshing dessert experience.
Find them near 17 Ludgate Hill, LS2 7HZ
Roberto’s Gelato
Freshly churned and offering an abundance of flavours, there you can grab gelato by the scoop, fresh cannoli, coffees and other sweet treats from the Kirkgate Market stall, in Driffield, York or at a local pop up.
In addition to your usual, but nonetheless exciting, pistachio cream, salted caramel and hazelnut, you’ll find unique combos like passionfruit cheesecake and Guinness stout. If that’s not enough, there’s even a “Bownana” made specially for your four-legged friend to cool off during the summer heatwave.
Find them inside Leeds Kirkgate Market LS2 7HJ.
Knoops
If you adore chocolate, you’ll be thrilled to know that Knoops has ventured into ice cream. Their soft serve is a dreamy treat topped with your choice of chocolate flakes – whether you prefer milk, white, or dark chocolate, you get to pick the chocolate you love the most, all finished with a signature Knoops chocolate disc.
Their ice cream also stars in their thick, creamy milkshakes. Choose from six different chocolate percentages and add extra flavours for a personalised indulgence. Perfect for those who love to mix things up.
Find them in Leeds Trinity, Trinity Centre, 26-28 Albion St, LS1 6HX
Mr Whippy Leeds
Mr Whippy Leeds has been around for over 50 years, operating the largest fleet of modern ice cream vans & trailers in Leeds.
Mr Whippy Leeds is, simply put, iconic. The fleet of vintage ice cream trucks, painted pink, white and blue, are gorgeous to look at and serve just as wonderfully pleasing ice creams. In recent years, they’ve noticed a shift from 99p cones to more extravagant options – now they are creating thee ‘super Sundaes’ which you can pick up from one of the trucks around Roundhay Park.
Find them at Mansion Ln, Roundhay, Leeds LS8 2HH.
Ecco Pizzeria
A pizzeria that also has a gelateria, it’s a perfect heatwave day out if we ever heard one. After your Neapolitan pizza, get stuck into their gelato flavours – all of which are made in house by their very own gelato ‘maestro’. Italian’s take their gelato very seriously, so we think you’ll struggle not to be impressed.
Find them at 93 Otley Rd, Headingley, Leeds LS6 3PS.
Ice Scoop Gelato
From Ferrero Rocher to Kinder Bueno, if you fancy a naughty chocolate ice cream Ice Scoop Gelato has you covered. Honestly, there’s a whole host of amazing flavours here. All are available to enjoy by the scoop or in a cone, or alternatively push the boat out and order yours with a crepe or waffles.
Find them at 8 Easterly Rd, Roundhay, Leeds LS8 3AA.
Amorino
This authentic Italian gelato spot is famous in Leeds and for good reason. Scoops come served in a chocolate cone, with gelato presented in the shape of a flower and the option to add on macarons. Find flavours like Banana del Brasile and Dulce de Leche here alongside more traditional choices.
Find them at Victoria Gate, George St, Leeds LS2 7HY.
Afterz Dessert Parlour
This day to late-night cafe bar serves ice cream non-stop, making it just as perfect for midnight munchies as a trip in the day with the little ones. Order an epic knickerbocker glory-style sundae drenched in hundreds and thousands, or simply grab a few scoops in a tub. Flavours include the likes of Curly Wurly, Skittles and Toffee Crisp.
Find them at Hyde Park Tea Room, 63 Queen’s Rd, Leeds LS6 1HY
Heavenly Desserts
You’ll find fifteen different flavours of ice cream at Heavenly Desserts at any one time, ranging from Caribbean coconut to Madagascan vanilla. Pair it with cookie dough, waffles, or brownies – or opt to have it in a Sundae. You can’t really go wrong here, everything looks amazing.
Find them at 30 Otley Rd, Headingley, Leeds LS6 2UQ.
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