Top Ice Cream Spots in Moscow
Moscow is warming up, making it the perfect time to enjoy some delicious ice cream. As a self-proclaimed ice cream enthusiast, there’s nothing I love more on a sunny day than indulging in a cold, tasty treat. Here’s a roundup of some must-visit places for the best ice cream in the city.
1. Cafe Gelateria My Gelato (formerly Plombir)
Café My Gelato is a delightful taste of Italy in Moscow, where they create gelato by hand using time-honored recipes from Italian master Sergio Dondoli. The menu boasts an incredible selection, featuring sixty flavors of gelato and sorbet, along with cocktails, cheesecakes, macaroons, and cakes! They incorporate seasonal fruits, nuts, chocolate, and even spices, resulting in truly unique flavors. Dare to try inventive combinations like pumpkin or basil ice cream.
Location:
• Kurskaya Metro, Atrium Shopping Mall, Zemlyanoy Val, 33, 4th floor to the left of the escalator next to the CROCS store
• Lubyanka Metro, Gastromarket “Vokrug Sveta”, Nikolskaya, 10
• Dobryninskaya Metro, Pyatnitskaya, 73
• Voykovskaya Metro, METROPOLIS Shopping Mall, Leningradskoye Hwy, 16a
• Okhotny Ryad Metro, Okhotny Ryad Shopping Mall, Manezhnaya Sq, 1/2
• Tulskaya Metro, Danilovsky Market, Mytnaya, 74
• Krasnoselskaya Metro, Troika Shopping Mall, Verkhnyaya Krasnoselskaya, 3a
• Park Kultury Metro, Lva Tolstogo, 18b
• CSKA Metro, Aviapark Shopping Mall, Khodynsky Blvd, 4
• Kutuzovskaya Metro, President Plaza Business Center, Kutuzovsky Ave, 32
• Aeroport Metro, Leningradsky Ave, 48
• Frunzenskaya Metro, Malaya Pirogovskaya, 21
• Belorusskaya Metro, Aleksandra Nevskogo, 1
• Gorky Park and Muzeon Park
For more details, visit the official website.
2. Chaynaya Vysota Tea House
Since its opening over ten years ago, Chaynaya Vysota (meaning “Tea Height”) has established itself as a favorite among tea and ice cream lovers. With an impressive menu featuring around 250 tea varieties and a fascinating selection of ice cream flavors, this spot is perfect for the adventurous palate. You can try ice cream flavors such as cloudberry, marshmallow, cactus, birch sap, and banana. Besides enjoying ice cream, patrons can also play chess, watch movies, or listen to music in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Location:
Chistie Prudy Metro, Pokrovka, 27/1
Official website.
3. Cafe Gelateria Casa Leone
Casa Leone prides itself on using no artificial ingredients in their ice cream. Their extensive flavor menu ranges from traditional chocolate to more avant-garde options. Additionally, they serve hot meals for those who come with an appetite.
Location:
Kitay Gorod Metro, Lubyansky Dr, 15/2
Official website.
4. Restaurant La Bottega Siciliana
La Bottega Siciliana is renowned for its Italian cuisine, and their gelato is homemade based on proprietary recipes from the Italian chef. You can enjoy unique flavors such as basil, pineapple, passion fruit, and tiramisu. They also offer gelato for takeout in delicious waffle cups.
Location:
Okhotny Ryad Metro, Okhotny Ryad, 2
Official website.
5. Conversation Cafe
Conversation Cafe is popular during warmer days, attracting crowds with its unique frozen cheesecakes on sticks, ice cream cakes, and intricately designed ice cream pies. All desserts are prepared in front of you, ensuring freshness. This venue offers an extensive dessert menu, so it’s best to arrive hungry!
Location:
Arbatskaya or Tverskaya Metro, Bolshaya Nikitskaya 23/14
6. Chain 33 Penguins
33 Penguins features an extensive range of desserts crafted from cream, milk, and juice. Popular flavors include cheesecake, chewing gum, watermelon, and banana. They also serve exceptional milkshakes for those who prefer something other than ice cream.
Location:
• Okhotny Ryad Metro, Okhotny Ryad Shopping Mall, Manezhnaya Sq, 1/2
• Arbatskaya Metro, Arbat, 18
Additional locations are available further from the city center, so it’s advisable to check Google Maps for directions.
Official website.
7. Gelateria Amore
At Amore, each serving of ice cream is a masterpiece. Flavor offerings include Sicilian pistachio, chocolate-covered cherries, mango, peanuts, and tiramisu, among others. Their unique preparation method uses less cream and more milk and fruit, resulting in a lower fat content that enhances flavor.
Location:
Universitet Metro, Vernadskogo Ave, 11/19
Official website.
8. Tim n Tim Ice Cream
Tim & Tim has gained recognition for its trendy ice cream, particularly its famous black ice cream with a unique taste. This trendy dessert went viral, featuring activated charcoal that gives it its distinctive color and taste. In addition to this novelty, a variety of other flavors are available.
Location:
Delovoy Tsentr Metro, Presnenskaya Emb., 10
Official website.
9. Baskin Robbins
Baskin Robbins is a well-known ice cream franchise with numerous locations throughout Moscow and the surrounding region. Established in 1945 in the United States, while it may not be the world’s most extraordinary ice cream, it still maintains good quality and a delightful taste.
Location:
Delovoy Tsentr Metro, Presnenskaya Emb., 10
Official website.
My Experience
I’m passionate about ice cream! Whether I’m enjoying it during a summer stroll in the park or cozying up with a scoop while watching a romantic movie, it’s a year-round delight. Though my all-time favorite ice cream is found in Italy, I highly recommend trying the fantastic gelato spots in Moscow!
If you’re looking for lunch options, don’t miss my guide on affordable dining in Moscow.
