When the mercury soars high, a cup of some ice cream is all that one requires to soothe the parched throat. Therefore, we bring to you a list of the 10 best ice cream parlours in Delhi.
NATURALS
Nuterlas Ice Cream | Source: Google My Business
Much to the delight of all Delhiites, Naturals finally made its way to the capital. The ice cream shop is known for its low preservatives, authentic taste, balanced flavours and freshness. It’s Guava Scoop sprinkled with black salt, Seasonal chikoo and Seasonal Alphonso with diced mangoes is to die for. Even it’s classic chocolate crunch and walnut brownie is amazing. One can also try out their fresh shakes. One can taste natural ingredients that go into the making of the Naturals’ ice cream as opposed to other ice cream parlours. Moreover, the shop remains open till 1 a.m. and therefore is perfect for you midnight sweet cravings.
Address: Block L, Connaught Place
Must-Try: Tender coconut, Sitaphal, Alphonso, Pistachio, musk-melon.
Cost for two: INR 300
COLD STONE
Cold Stone Creamery Store Delhi | Source: Delhi Food Walks Blog
Cold Stone not only bears its name but also makes ice cream on cold granite stones. Cold Stone, one of America’s top ice cream chains, has found its way to Vasant Kunj in Delhi. When you make an ice cream that you stir by hand using fresh ingredients, the texture is very smooth, it melts in your mouth and it is very fresh!
Address: S-223, 2nd Floor, Ambience Mall, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi
Must-Try: Apple Pie A La Cold Stone, Mint Chocolate Chip.
Cost for two: INR 300
JAATRE
Jaatre Ice Cream | Source: Google My Business
Jaatre, which means a Kannada journey, travels to places where the taste is confirmed with every bite of ice cream. The ice cream served in coconut shells reflects the coastal flavours infused with local ingredients. The Jaatre’s classic yet modern Sweet Chili Sorbet is a reversion to the typical sweet finish of Kannada cuisine heading south.
Address: Shop No 1, Metro Station, Near, Sukhdev Vihar, Sarai Jullena Village, Okhla
Must Try: Jamun Jeera, Ratnagiri Mango, Cardamom, Black pepper
Cost for two: INR 200
GIANI’S
Giani’s Di Hatti, Chandni Chowk | Source: lbb.in
What started as Giani Di Hatti in Fatehpur has took the shape of Giani’s Ice cream and since 50 years Indians have remained loyal fans of the same. Giani’s is a perfect place to provide a clean end to one’s palette as it comprises of classic sundaes, kulfi and faluda, sorbets and Italian gelatos. And therefore, visiting Giani’s is like going back to that one favourite shop that you used to visit as a kid with your parents after Sunday dinner.
Address: Church Mission Rd, Bagh Deewar, Katra Ghel, Khari Baoli, Chandni Chowk
Must-Try: Belgium dark chocolate, classic vanilla and strawberry, Rabri Faluda, Honey nut crunch, Giani’s special, Creme Sundae
Cost for two: INR 200
GOOSEBUMPS
Goosebumps Icecream | Source: Justdial
In all variants, the goose bumps are a little surprising. Goose Bumps, which specializes in nitro ice cream, offers some quirky combinations that will give Goose Bumps in its first bite! Each taste is different, but the taste is delicious, so it is advisable not to avoid different flavour combinations. Choose everything to experience a unique taste.
Address: House 1, Dayanand Vihar, Opposite HOD, Karkardooma
Must-Try: Dark Night Donut, Willy Wonka, Ferrero Rocher
Cost for two: INR 400
HOKEY POKEY
Hokey Pokey Counter | Source: Google My Business
Not one of Delhi’s bespoke ice cream parlours, Hokey Pokey offers a selection of carefully selected Sunday flavours and toppings. They provide you with some delicious flavours in the waffle shell.
Address: Food court, Ambience mall, Vasant Kunj, Ambience Island, Vasant Kunj II, Vasant Kunj
Must-Try: Double Chocolate therapy, Manic Monkey
Cost for two: INR 350
MOVENPICK
MOVENPICK Counter | Source: Google My Business
Don’t miss Delhi’s favourite exotic ice cream shop, which offers the best Swiss flavours. There are 18 different menus, and all MovenPick delicacies are decorated with rare sinful toppings including brownies, coffee and chocolate ganache. Apart from the classic chocolates they also offer you fresh lime and mint sorbets to beat the heat! If one scoop isn’t enough, call an ice cream slab. This allows you to immerse yourself in a variety of great flavours at once.
Address: Second Floor, Select Citywalk, Saket
Must-Try: Maple Walnut, Tiramisu, Swiss Chocolate
Cost for two: INR 650
FUNNEL HILL CREAMERY
FUNNEL HILL CREAMERY Counter | Source: Google My Business
Being the first in the list to introduce black ice creams in Delhi, they have unreal yet surprising combinations on their menu. Don’t miss out on the wonderful toppings like pistachio, biscuits and raisins. Additionally, they also have some unusual ensembles like red velvet bubble waffles!
Address: Shop No. G, 55, Block G, Block S, Green Park
Must-Try: Green Goblin, Devil’s Hell, Cookie Monster.
Cost for two: INR 500
AZOTE
AZOTE Counter | Source: Google My Business
What makes it different is the way it has redefined the entire concept of ice creams. What it serves best is massive sundaes loaded with chocolate and nitrogen smoke filled with chocolate syringes. The presentation is novel and so is the taste. It also has a selection of pastries and cakes. The fancy neon setting is sure to lure you into the parlour.
Address: C-11, Ground Floor, Community Centre, SDA Market
Must-Try: Nutella, Banoffee, Brownie fudge
Cost for two: INR 300
NIRULA’S
NIRULA’S Counter | Source: Google My Business
Another classic ice cream shop in Delhi, Nirula’s, is Delhi’s go-to ice cream shop. Every time you eat a bite of a classic taste like hot chocolate fudge, you feel like your home. This is one of those shops which you have visited since you were a little kid. Some of their new flavours, like Manhattan Mania, are simply fascinating.
Address: 10185 C, Arya Samaj Road, Karol Bagh
Must-Try: Nutty Buddy, Chocolate Fudge, Death by Chocolate, American Banana Split.
Cost for two: INR 500
Visiting these parlours might be a little expensive, but it is a must-try with family and
friends.