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    Gelato Express

    4.5 (62 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 11:00 PM

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    Akbar Mashti
    Nicole D.

    Delicious flavors all around but don't skip the akbar mashti, it was so unique but a perfect balance of flavors and not too much rose water, perfection!

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    Dayna G.

    Omg loved it!! Perfect place for a late night sweet treat. They have a big variety of flavors, there is something for everyone. Staff is super friendly and lets you sample flavors before deciding on one. It's a nice place to hang out inside if you'd like. Definitely check this place out if you're in the area!

    Bonnie Y.

    This place has soooo many flavors to choose from. I tried Ferraro Rocher and Tiramisu flavors and I liked Ferraro. I also got blood orange, passion fruit and strawberry margarita. The blood orange was better than the other two. Overall all flavors I tried were good. The price was average about $8.5 CAD for one scoop and a waffle cone.

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    James A.

    Very good, very smooth gelato at tourist inflated prices. After a big dinner, we took a walk in downtown Vancouver to get ice cream, pretty much a tradition for a lot of families I suppose. We followed our daughter around until we came into this small shop, with a good selection of ice cream. It was later in the night, but all the ice creams looked fresh and delicious. As usual, always more cost effective to get a two scooper and share so got the dark chocolate sorbet and dulce de leche ($8.50). Both were excellent, extremely creamy and the mix of dark chocolate with creamy caramel was really good.

    Nutella and mango gelato
    Wini S.

    Here for vacation. Amazing and flavorful gelato! Two blocks away from my hotel. Clean store and friendly staff. Will be back before we leave.

    Matcha and passion fruit
    Jon O.

    Favorite gelato in Vancouver! So many flavors to choose from that you're guaranteed to find one you like. I don't think they allowed samples but everything is delicious. The matcha has a strong bitter flavor that we appreciated (I hate weak matcha) and the passion fruit burst with tartness to cleanse the palette. Staff was super friendly and gave nice sized portions.

    So many choices in the case
    Ivy B.

    Absolutely delicious gelato downtown. So many options here to choose from that the options can be overwhelming! I sampled a couple and then settled on a two scoop. Staff were friendly and welcoming. Line moves quickly.

    Birthday cake, Ferrero Rocher, Blood Orange and raspberry
    Ching L.

    Great service, lots of favorites... I love the blood orange and the Ferrero Rocher!!! The only thing is the cup was too small for 2 scoops.. I feel like the gelato gonna fall off that made me nervous..

    Fridge Two
    John J.

    This is a small, independent gelato shop by the Central Library. Open late (11pm) which is convenient for late night cravings. Food was very good - (4.5/5): They are flexible with samples and I tried out 7-8 of them. Most were very tasty and made it hard to choose. They have about 40 different types ranging from the old standards to some really creative ones. Had the Ferraro Rocher which was really good, but also would recommend the Cookies and Cream, Salted Caramel and Strawberry Cheesecake too! Service was good - servers were very friendly, happy to provide samples and attentive - (4.5/5) Atmosphere - not much to it... it's a small but bright kiosk type place with one table only - (3.5/5) Overall... (4.5/5) and definite repeat to try out more flavours. Bit pricey for the size but i'm willing to spend the extra buck or so for the quality.

    Better than Cherry Garcia!
    Georgie H.

    We had a scoop of the cherry ice cream and they should call it Cherrier Garcia because it's one level up from the Ben n Jerry's flavor. Very cherry!

    so many flavours
    Nat L.

    we dropped by gelato express around 7:30 pm on a wednesday. there were two servers behind the counter, and the place was pretty quiet - just the way we like it. with 42 flavours to choose from, we were spoiled for choice. after a few taste tests, i settled on a scoop of black sesame and key lime pie, all piled onto a charcoal cone. the black sesame brought a subtle, slightly gritty texture, and the key lime pie was a zesty, creamy treat with tiny bits of key lime rinds and pie crust. it was a chill night with a sweet twist.

    Moose Tracks gelato
    Amy P.

    Visited Gelato Express on a Wednesday at about 6:30pm. There was only one other group in front of me so I didn't have to wait long. They have a ton of flavors all clearly displayed. I ordered a single scoop of the Moose Tracks (vanilla ice cream with fudge and peanut butter candy chunks). I feel like the price is a tiny bit high ($5.50ish) for the size but I didn't really mind, it tasted really good. There were a ton of good flavors so I'd definitely go back.

    Me getting Gelato from Ann one of the best servers at Gelato Express

    Gelato Express has the best Gelato and Sorbet in Vancouver, hands down. If you are ever on Robson st you have to try it.

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    3.9(312 reviews)
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    My boyfriend and I happened upon this artisan ice cream shop in Yaletown and we were impressed. We…read moretried the dark chocolate (magnificent) and the matcha (more subtle and for the true pure matcha flavor lover) ice creams and enjoyed seeing the folks there make our ice cream from scratch using liquid nitrogen. The folks working there were kind and professional. They looked like wickedly good witches as they added natural ingredients to their metal cauldrons, and then added the liquid nitrogen, creating a rapidly rising fog. So, really, you are getting ice cream and a show! The concoctions emerged as super smooth, not too sweet, distinct fresh flavorful ice cream. It is a small shop with limited seating, so not likely to be a comfie sit down experience for you given how popular the place is, but it is easy food to take to go and a very nice area for a stroll. So, that's the scoop! ;)

    I can't really tell if this is good ice cream or is it more just a gimmick. Like I saw the line…read moreoutside and I was craving something sweet so me and my group each got something different. We tried the ice cream sandwich, the creme brulee cup, and the s'mores bar. I would say everything was good, but probably not something we would get again. After a while it just got a little too sweet and the portion was a little big so we didn't finish most of it. The next time I go if I ever go again I would just get one thing and share it because a bite or two is probably all you need to satisfy your sweet craving.

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    I forget what flavor this was, just that it's a 5/5.

    Mister - The brûlée in the oreo ice cream sandwich was great. Watched them brûlée in front of me

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    Earnest Ice Cream - Ferrero Rocher Ice Cream (single scoop) - this is the holy grail of ice cream, we are hooked! IG - @bilalandjesseatfood

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    4.3(529 reviews)
    3.8 kmRiley Park, Kensington-Cedar Cottage
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    Went on a hot Sunday afternoon and the line was huge! No fault of the staff because there simply…read morewere too many people wanting ice cream. Got the May seasonal of Coffee Crisp and it was a great way to beat the heat. Love coming to try their seasonal specials!

    It was a hot summer day and after having dinner in a hot, stuffy restaurant we felt like cooling…read moreoff with some ice cream so we went to Earnest Ice Cream on Fraser St. Our family was lucky enough to snag a table when we got there. It was super crowded in there. Super full from dinner so I just shared 2 scoops of ice cream with my husband and my daughter. We had coffee ice cream and vegan cookies n cream ice cream. The ice cream here is awesome and the scoops were very generous. Only thing is...I wasn't a fan of how crowded and noisy it was inside. Had so much trouble hearing when people were talking to me. I much prefer the North Vancouver location of Earnest Ice Cream which is more spacious and less crowded. I can hear myself think more at the North Vancouver location. Parking was challenging. There's free parking on the street but only if you're lucky enough to snag a spot. It was very busy when I first arrived. I circled several times before I finally got lucky and a car pulled out of its spot on Fraser St. As soon as I saw that a car was leaving I parked in the same spot as soon as I possibly could.

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    Soft Peaks

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    We stopped by Soft Peaks in Gastown for a quick dessert and found it to be an easy, no-wait kind of…read morestop. From my visit, it's more of a grab-and-go spot than somewhere to linger. I ordered the Original Peak, with a twist of vanilla and dark chocolate with cereal at the bottom. The first thing that stood out was the airy and fluffy texture, almost lighter than traditional soft serve. The dark chocolate brought a mild cocoa note, while the cereal added a crunchy, slightly nostalgic contrast at the base. That said, I expected the vanilla to have more of a rich, milky flavor. This is not the place for plain vanilla; it's the combinations (think honeycomb, matcha, or seasonal specials) that bring the experience to life. Based on the shop's concept, Soft Peaks is known for using local organic milk and keeping sweetness restrained, which tracks with that lighter, less sugary profile. Adding something like cereal or crunchy toppings makes a big difference. If you're a vanilla purist looking for a strong dairy note, this might feel a bit subtle.

    We ordered: Green Forest - Uji matcha shot w/ sweetened red…read morebeans Biscoff N Cream - biscoff crumbs, homemade cookie spread, biscoff cookie Excellent dense, creamy milk ice cream without vanilla flavoring. Great matcha flavor and red beans were sweet in the green Forest. Biscoff n cream was exactly what you want in a biscoff cookie flavored soft serve. Service was good; employee let us sample the milk and cookie butter soft serve before ordering.

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    Soft Peaks - Original peak

    Original peak

    Soft Peaks - Blue mountain (blueberry)

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    Soft Peaks - Green tea syrup over soft serv

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    Green tea syrup over soft serv

    Bon Crepe

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    4.3(166 reviews)
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    This is a window for Japanese-style crepes and soft serve ice cream attached to Konbiniya. The…read morequality of the ice cream itself is okay - the texture is good, but the flavour is a little weak. When getting the matcha ice cream, I suggest getting straight matcha instead of the twist with vanilla because the vanilla washes out the matcha; it comes through better on its own. The sundaes are fun and a good, more affordable alternative to the similar parfaits at high end matcha cafes. I tried the tuna egg salad crepe and thought it was actually really good! The crepe was fresh and tender, there was a healthy amount of filling, and the tuna salad was actually mostly tuna with just enough mayo to hold it together which is how I prefer it. Again, the service is just through a window - you actually order at an electronic kiosk and the only interaction with a person is when your order is ready. There are two small tables outside if you want to eat there. During the busy summer season, it's very difficult to actually secure one of these tables, but there's other seating on the pedestrian streets just a few blocks away on Robson.

    A small dessert section attached to the Konbiniya Japan Centre. We ordered a Matcha Parfait ($8.46…read moreUSD) and shared it among three people! Liked how the parfait has different toppings throughout and the cereal added great texture. Green tea flavor was also good and I liked how it was not too bitter, which sometimes happens with matcha desserts.

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    4.2(391 reviews)
    2.7 kmKitsilano
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    And for my 3200th review, some really amazing ice cream at Rain or Shine Ice Cream!…read more Stopping in during my Vancouver shopping day (which was rainy and not so much sun-shiny), I ordered the London Fog and the Honey Lavender which was the most amazing combo and worked together to create almost a licorice flavor this just hit perfectly! Each patron can have two tastes, and they have some wonderful flavor options (I almost couldn't choose). Seating wise inside there are three tables and a three seat bar, and outside they have an uncovered parklet. Overall, I loved their flavors and I absolutely wish they existed in California!

    Sunshine Scoops at Rain or Shine! ‍…read more After a thrilling two-hour ride along the Arbutus Greenway, we stumbled upon Rain or Shine Ice Cream on 4th Avenue. The London Fog flavor was a delightful surprise, offering a refreshing escape from the heat. With a lineup boasting unique tastes like Honey Lavender and Coffee Toffee, it's clear why this spot is a local favorite. The atmosphere at Rain or Shine is just as inviting as their ice cream. Friendly faces, a warm ambiance, and the irresistible aroma of fresh waffle cones create a welcoming retreat. Whether you're in the mood for a classic cone, a rich milkshake, or an indulgent sundae, their commitment to quality and mindful sourcing shines through in every bite. Rain or Shine is more than just an ice cream shop; it's a beacon of happiness in the neighborhood. Whether you're seeking relief from the summer sun or a cozy treat on a cooler evening, this spot promises a delightful experience. So, next time you're out and about, make sure to drop by Rain or Shine for a scoop (or two!) of pure joy.

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    1 scoop Nanaimo bar $5

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    4.0(115 reviews)
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    Rooster's Ice Cream is not your typical ice cream spot. It almost seems like it's the complete…read moreopposite to the ice cream giants in town (Earnest and Rain or Shine) on purpose; I dig it. Located in a random spot? Check. Only one staff member working? Check. We've been a couple times and I have yet to see it busy. A few people pop in but no one ever lingers. Most likely because there's no seating. There's also a sign on the counter stating you can only sample 2 flavours during peak hours. There's usually 10 to 12 flavours to choose from; always something unique and interesting. They also have sundaes, ice cream sandwiches and doughnuts on the menu. - Mango raspberry swirl and London fog ($7.00 double) - waffle cone is included and it was better than expected. The ice cream itself tastes a bit denser but still has a creamy satisfying texture. The London fog was fantastic! The mango raspberry was more mango than raspberry but also quite good. - London fog ($5.00 single) - came back on a Monday and they only had four flavours that day. We went with the London fog; just as good as the last time. - Dark chocolate and black sesame with honey ($7.00 double) - the dark chocolate tasted like a fudgesicle but better. Not too sweet and hefty; it was so heavy it almost fell off the cone! The black sesame was delicious. Not quite like the ones we had in Japan but tasty and flavourful. I'll be back again and again! Love the laid back, no frills vibe at Rooster's. One of our favourite ice cream spots!

    Very odd location and no seating unless you count place mats along the bench against the wall…read more Would be great if there were a couple tables at least outside. Ambiance resembles like a really old former laundry mat. Quality of ice cream is there. However, cookies and donuts were sold out so no sandwiches available for the ice cream. Pretty decent scoop. I am not sure if I would come back... I prefer seating with my ice cream.

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    Rooster's Ice Cream Bar - Avocado honey and cherry chocolate double scoop

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