The Best Ice Cream in London
As soon as you mention the word ‘heatwave’ in the capital, Londoners flock to the beer gardens, the rooftop bars, and the ice cream parlours. However, where can you find the best ice cream in London? We round up the 16 top spots for a cone of your favorite flavour.
How We Choose the Best Ice Cream in London
All of the ice cream parlours and gelaterias recommended here have been visited by members of the iBestTravel team, who have tried multiple flavours to sample the best each shop has to offer. Moreover, some serve classic Italian gelato, while others take a different approach; however, all offer delicious flavours, creamy textures, and fun specials.
1. Badiani 1932, across London
Nearly a century of expertise goes into the gelato at Badiani 1932 – and it shows. First started by Idilio Badiani in Florence in the 1930s, the business (and the family recipes) have been passed through generations in Italy before launching in London in 2015. Now, there are Badiani outposts in Notting Hill, Chelsea, Angel, Mayfair, Covent Garden and beyond. The team here have trademarked their signature flavour Buontalenti: made in a puritanical fashion with milk, cream, sugar, and eggs. This is the base for punchy flavours such as pistachio and our favorite, la dolce vita (with hazelnut and chocolate sauce).
