Gelato and ice-cream are a true joy and indulgence for both young and old. Here you will find some local tips on a few of the best places to enjoy a scoop or two in Sutherland Shire.
Anita Gelato
Internationally-renowned Anita Gelato has a rep for serving up some of the best, most mouthwatering ice cream around. In one of the prettiest shopfronts and with countless flavours to choose from (including vegan, sugar free and yoghurt varieties), there’s no better way to spend a summer’s afternoon than with a cone from Anita in hand.
Ice Creamery and Espresso Bar Cronulla
What is more perfect than ice-cream overlooking the ocean? The Ice Creamery and Espresso Bar is conveniently located on the edge of Cronulla Park which has a playground for the kids and easy access to Cronulla Beach and Esplanade. There are 50 flavours of ice cream on offer including many childhood favourites like rainbow and bubblegum. They also serve up great coffee and cakes. This is another local gem, with many customers coming in daily for their coffee or ice cream fix!
Gelatissimo
Walk through Cronulla Mall to grab your scoop from Gelatissimo Cronulla. They use traditional gelato making techniques, but there’s nothing traditional about it. With fresh, seasonal ingredients, indulgent inclusions and better for you options, this gelato will inspire all your senses.
Messina
What gelato list would be complete without a mention of Messina? Located in Cronulla Mall and at the front of Miranda Westfield near the cool, leafy fig tree, Messina serves up the amazing gelato, sorbet and cakes all of Sydney has come to love. Gelato is made on the premises using fresh and real ingredients to create flavour masterpieces such as Salted Caramel and White Chocolate, Pannacotta with Fig Jam and Amaretti Biscuit and Salted Coconut and Mango Salsa sorbet. Messina offers 35 permanent classic flavours along with 5 new specials each week so you will be sure to find something to excite your tastebuds.
C9 Chocolate and Gelato
Indulge your senses at C9 Chocolate and Gelato at Kirrawee, where their specialty lies in crafting exquisite, homemade gelatos that are freshly churned to perfection along with very fancy shakes, sundaes and Smackdowns – think Donuts and Croffles topped with your choice of Gelato. This place is next level when it comes to indulgent desserts.
