Singapore’s weather keeps getting hotter and hotter these days and while an eternal summer may be appealing to some, some of us just need something extra to beat this sweltering heat.

What better way to take a chill pill than to indulge in some chocolate ice cream – sinful, icy and oh-so-satisfying! Check out this list of the best chocolate ice creams in Singapore!

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APIARY – 80% DARK CHOCOLATE ICE CREAM

Having many quirky flavours up their sleeves, Apiary has etched its name in many Singaporeans’ ice cream dictionary. Anyone who has been to their cosy cafe would have at least tried their 80% Dark Chocolate Ice Cream. Rich, indulgent and not too sweet, this ice cream is definitely choc-ked full of flavour!

84 Neil Road
Singapore 088844
Tel: +65 6493 7273
Sun to Thu: 12pm – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 11pm
Nearest Station: Outram Park

AWFULLY CHOCOLATE – HEI ICE CREAM

One of the OG chocolate cafes in Singapore, Awfully Chocolate really knows how to churn out an amazing chocolate ice cream! Over the years, it hasn’t changed one bit – it is still that creamy, rich and super sinful dark chocolate gelato chocolate lovers in Singapore are familiar with.

Awfully Chocolate has several stores. Check out the full list here.

BUTTERKNIFE FOLK – BLACK GOLD

This grown-ups-only ice cream is definitely a treat for those who love a good kick of booze in their chocolate ice cream. In Butterknife Folk’s Black Gold gelato, stout is infused with chocolate. It’s a great pairing – deep and rich stout and sweet chocolate!

109 North Bridge Road
#02-02 Funan Mall
Singapore 179097
Daily: 10am – 10pm
Nearest Station: City Hall

CHOCOLATE ORIGIN – DARK GELATO

One scoop of Chocolate Origin’s Dark Gelato will make any chocolate-lover swoon. It has a kick of bitterness from the Belgian dark chocolate infused into their creamy gelato. Not too cloying, this ice cream will definitely make you not want to share even a single spoon!

Chocolate Origin has several stores. Check out the full list here.

GODIVA – CHOCOLATE SOFT SERVE

When chocolate giant Godiva announced the launch of their soft serves many years ago, they drew in long lines at every outlet. Once you taste it, it is really no wonder why because it’s just that good! A super-rich and smooth soft-serve sits on a chocolate-crusted cone and is topped with chocolate sauce and a Godiva chocolate square. It’s a real chocolate-lover’s treat!

Godiva has several stores. Check out the full list here.

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MERELY ICE CREAM – EARL GREY MILK CHOCOLATE

Sometimes plain chocolate may get a bit boring, and when that happens, visit Merely Ice Cream for a refreshing Earl Grey Milk Chocolate ice cream! Infused with the floral earl grey, this milk chocolate ice cream is made even more indulgent. This ice cream perfectly melds both tea and chocolate, introducing a perfect pairing in the form of an icy treat!

91 Bencoolen Street
Sunshine Plaza, #01-13
Singapore 189652
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 10.30pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 11pm
(Closed on Sundays)
Nearest Station: Bencoolen

MOOSH – NUTELLA BROWNIE CHEESECAKE SOFT SERVE

This Muslim-owned ice cream shop in Haji Lane has garnered quite the reputation for its affordable yet decadent soft serves. Moosh serves up a delicious Nutella Brownie Cheesecake soft serve – Nutella Softserve is topped with a rich chocolate sauce, fudgey brownie crumbs and malt shavings. This is one for our Muslim friends who need a way to beat the heat!

Moosh Softserve
44 Haji Lane
Singapore 189237
Mon to Thurs: 12am – 8pm
Fri to Sun: 12am – 9pm
Nearest Station: Bugis

OCD CAFE – SINGLE-ORIGIN CHOCOLATE ICE CREAM

Its name stands for Obsessive Chocolate Desire and they’re very aptly named. This chocolate cafe has an extensive selection of single-origin chocolate ice creams – think 72% Dark from Brazil, a rich 85% Dark from Africa and even a sweeter 30% Milk Chocolate from Madagascar. True chocolate lovers will definitely want to taste these unique chocolate ice cream flavours!

114 Jln Besar, Singapore 208834

THE DARK GALLERY – FROZEN SMORES

A cube of 80% Dark Chocolate ice cream is encased in pillowy torched marshmallow when you order the Frozen Smores from The Dark Gallery. The fluffy marshmallow gives the ultra-rich dark chocolate ice cream a sweet note. Once you try this, you’ll probably think it’s the best way to eat an ice cream!

The Dark Gallery has several stores. Check out the full list here.

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TOM’S PALETTE – VARLHONA CHOCOLATE SORBET

This decadent ice cream is made from 59% Ariaga dark chocolate from Varlhona. It’s especially unique with its slightly fruity taste but it still is super rich in cocoa flavour. Did we also mention that it’s also dairy-free? Double the delicious!

51 Middle Rd, #01-01, Singapore 188959
Tel: +65 6977 9749

Singapore’s harsh weather and humidity make having ice cream almost a necessity rather than an occasional indulgence. And boy oh boy are we glad that there’s an abundance of ice cream parlours here in Singapore to aid us in combating the killer heat.

From artisanal ice cream shops to some of the biggest names in the field, here are 20 of our favourite ice cream parlours in Singapore to get our cooling, creamy fix.

A SPOONFUL OF SUGAR

While there is nothing that really stands out about A Spoonful of Sugar, we really enjoy the comfort their waffles and ice cream brings us. Some popular flavours are—mango sorbet, wild berry and triple chocolate.

Blk 4 Changi Village Road
#01-2072
Singapore 500004
Tel: +65 9796 6848
Mon to Thu, Sun: 12pm – 9.30pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 10.30pm
Nearest Station: Pasir Ris

AWFULLY CHOCOLATE

Known for their stunning array of chocolate desserts, the signature Hei Ice Cream is rich and extremely concentrated in chocolate flavours. Ask any Singapore and they will tell you that this is the perfect treat to indulge in any day in sunny Singapore!

2 Orchard Turn
#B4-50 ION Orchard
Singapore 238801
Tel: +65 6884 6377
Nearest Station: Orchard

BIRDS OF PARADISE

A popular ice cream cafe in Katong, everything at Birds Of Paradise Gelato Boutique checks the right boxes—from its photogenic interior to their signature flavours of ice cream inspired by natural botanical elements.

63 East Coast Road #01-05, Singapore 428776
Tel: +65 9678 6092
Nearest Station: Dakota

CREAMIER

Creamier is a name that comes to your mind whenever you think of an ice cream cafe to go to in Singapore. Besides their tasty waffles, their ice cream is the main star of the show. Flavours such as Earl Grey Lavender, Sea Salt Gula Melaka and Strawberry Lime Sorbet are very popular.

Creamier has several outlets. Check out the full list here.

DENZY GELATO

Conveniently located at Bishan’s bus interchange, Denzy Gelato is the perfect stop to beat the heat before travelling Singapore. With interesting flavours such as Elderflower Mojito and Hojicha, you will be left wanting more than just a scoop! You can enjoy their ice cream with a crispy waffle too.

506 Bishan Street 11, #01-404
Singapore 570506
Nearest Station: Bishan

DOPA DOPA GELATO

Freshly churned gelato is what you will find at Dopa Dopa Creamery. This cafe serves up novel flavours such as Watermelon Mint and Apple Ginger Sorbet. They’re refreshing, unique and will definitely be delicious with a fresh waffle cone!

29 South Bridge Road, #01-01
Singapore 058665
Nearest Station: Clarke Quay

GEOMETRY

Located in the HDB estate of Jalan Bukit Merah and right across ABC Market, Geometry boasts freshly handcrafted gelato with zero artificial ingredients and preservatives. You cannot go wrong with the Hojicha and the Milky Way—two flavours we enjoyed immensely during our visit.

2 Jalan Bukit Merah
#01-5142
Singapore 150002
Tel: +65 6255 6366
Nearest Station: Queenstown / Redhill

HOLY COW CREAMERY

Holy cow do they serve some really good ice cream here. Trust us, their bestselling charcoal waffles taste best when topped with Salted Gula Melaka and Thai Ice Milk tea ice cream flavours!

Blk 292 Yishun Street 22
#01-291
Singapore 760292
Nearest Station: Yishun

ICE EDGE CAFE

Ice Edge Cafe has been around for as long as we can remember. Although the prices of the ice cream here are a little steep, there is no doubt that they have one of the most extensive ranges of ice cream flavours ever. Our personal favourite here is the Mao Shan Wang flavour.

Simon Plaza
2 Kovan Rd, #01-10
Singapore 548008
Tel: +65 6858 5729
Nearest Station: Kovan

KIND KONES

Kind Kones is a new ice cream parlour in Orchard that serves vegan ice cream—yes, that means that no milk nor cream is being incorporated in its making and less guilt while consuming your ice cream! The best part? It doesn’t compromise the taste nor the quality of their desserts.

583 Orchard Road
Forum The Shopping Mall #B1-27
Singapore 238884
Nearest Station: Orchard

LICKETY

Instagram-worthy pastel cafe Lickety was opened by the team that brought us Fika Swedish Cafe & Bistro, making it a sweet icy treat that our Muslim friends can enjoy as well! They have all sorts of flavours for you to choose from – from Mao Shan Wang to Speculoos and Earl Grey & Fig.

34 Bussorah Street
Singapore 199452
Tel: +65 6291 7670
Nearest Station: Bugis

MONARCHS & MILKWEED GELATO

Named after the gorgeous butterfly, Monarchs & Milkweed Gelato is a new gelato boutique that specialises in botanical flavours. The concept reminds us of Birds of Paradise.

They churn out fresh gelato daily, every concoction promising utmost creaminess and unthinkable richness.

802 North Bridge Rd, #01-01
Singapore 198770

SALTED CARAMEL

Salted Caramel is another pioneer in the ice cream cafe scene here in Singapore with yes, one of our favourite Salted Caramel Ice Creams. Be sure to get yours with a fluffy waffle because both of them together make an ideal pairing.

Salted Caramel Singapore
246F Upper Thomson Road
Singapore 574370
Tel: +65 6753 1718
Nearest Station: Marymount

SUNDAY FOLKS

Sunday Folks is the sister cafe of Creamier and might we say one of the best success stories to come from an ice cream cafe here in Singapore. After a long time since their opening, they are still seeing massive crowds even on non-peak hours at their Chip Bee Gardens outlet. Their soft-serve here is pretty much one of our favourites ever.

44 Jalan Merah Saga
Chip Bee Gardens #01-52
Singapore 278116
Nearest Station: Holland Village

THE DAILY SCOOP

As one of the pioneers of artisanal ice cream, The Daily Scoop has multiple outlets islandwide that has had successful reception over the years. We especially enjoy the Lychee Martini and Extra Stout Flavours, both packing a powerful punch.

70 Jln Merah Saga, 80,
Singapore 278129
Tel: +65 6475 3128
Nearest Station: Holland Village

THE DARK GALLERY

Love chocolate and love ice cream? The Dark Gallery will be your go-to when you need that fix of icy chocolate ice cream. The Dark Gallery serves up several kinds of single-origin chocolates infused into creamy gelato. Do try their Signature 80% Dark Chocolate ice cream for a rich, indulgent treat!

391 Orchard Road
Takashimaya Shopping Centre, #B2-29
Ngee Ann City
Singapore 238872
Tel: +65 6935 2603
Nearest Station: Orchard

THE MILKY WAY ICE CREAM & COFFEE 

Opened by a local celebrity, we haven’t heard much about The Milky Way Homemade Ice Cream and Coffee since then. However, we have heard people go gaga over their Sicilian Pistachio and Smurf flavours, which also happens to be some of their bestselling ones.

Blk 48 Tanglin Halt Road (Reopening 13 July 2019)
Singapore 142048
Nearest Station: Commonwealth

TOM’S PALETTE

Local ice cream parlour Tom’s Palette within Shaw Towers specialises in homemade ice cream that comes in a range of exotic flavours. The cafe has been satisfying sweet tooths with ice cream made from scratch and whacky flavours include Nasi Lemak, Salted Egg Yolk and Ang Moh Carrot Cake.

51 Middle Rd, #01-01,
Singapore 188959

TWENTY GRAMMES

Twenty Grammes has long been a fan-favourite for their extremely Instagrammable desserts. Thankfully for them, their waffles and ice cream selection actually did live up to its hype and they were definitely more than decent. Pick from their regular scooped ice cream or a lighter soft-serve.

753 North Bridge Road
#01-01
Singapore 198721
Tel: +65 6717 1733
Mon to Thu, Sun: 12pm – 10pm
Fri & Sat: 12pm – 1am
Nearest Station: Bugis

UDDERS

One of the more well-known ice cream chains in Singapore, Udders’ Salted Speculoos Ice Cream with brown butter base and huge slices Lotus cookies and Mao Shang Wang Ice Cream are two outstanding flavours that are, not surprisingly, their bestsellers.

246D Upper Thomson Road
Singapore 574370
Tel: +65 6452 0803
Mon to Thu: 12pm – 11pm
Fri to Sun, Eve of PH: 12pm – 1am
Nearest Station: Marymount

Tom’s Palette at Shaw Leisure Gallery is a local ice cream parlour which specialises in homemade ice cream with very unique and exotic flavours. Are you game to try ice cream flavours like Longgan Red Date, Sarsi, and chrysanthemum?

With the exception of Haato ice cream at Clarke Quay and the newly opened Seventh Heaven at the basement of Takashimaya, most of the other homegrown ice cream shops like Island Creamery, Daily Scoop, Udders Ice Cream (just to name a few) are not in town. The location of Tom’s Palette is one of the reasons why I keep going back – it is located within a 5 minutes walk from City Hall or Bugis.

Tom’s Palette has always been known for their exotic ice cream flavours. On the few occasions that I was there, I managed to sample quite a few different flavours:

The Sarsi-flavoured ice cream was somewhat similar to a root beer float, with subtle hints of Sarsi. With a darker shade of green, the chrysanthemum had a very distinct and clean sensation.

Even though it was soft and slightly melted, the Salted Caramel Cheesecake was divine: silky smooth with an airily light cheesecake taste, it was my favorite among the different flavours that I’ve tried. I shall declared this as Tom’s Palette best ice cream!

The Melt & Sizzle Berries and Chocolate Pops was also a revelation. The chocolate pop gave a sizzling sensation, and it felt as though the chocolate was dancing on the tip of my tongue.

And then there’s the Chocolate Sorbet. It was bitter, and much darker than the Imperial Dark (made of 95% Dark Chocolate) that I tried at Galta’s Gelato. On its own, the Chocolate Sorbet was too bitter for me to stomach, so I decided to pair it with a scoop of White Chocolate with Cranberry and it was brilliant! The extremely sweet white chocolate provided the perfect counterbalance to the dark chocolate sorbet: it was a happily-ever-after ending.

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The ice cream flavours at Tom’s Palette will change periodically, so if there’s a particular ice cream that you want to try, do give them a call to see when it will be out.

Which is your favourite local ice cream places in Singapore?

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Tom’s Palette
100 Beach Road #01-25
Shaw Leisure Gallery Singapore
Tel: +65 6296 5239