The best ice cream shops in Antwerp

Published On: 15 July 2024|By |Categories: Eat and drink|

The Belgian summer is finally in full swing! Better late than never, right? That means that it’s about time to (re)discover the best ice cream shops and gelateria’s in Antwerp. Traditional Italian ice cream, unique and ‘experimental’ flavours or plant-based ice cream, … You name it, we’ve found the best place to eat it.

Borgo Gelato

Right in the middle of the vibrant neighbourhood of Borgerhout you’ll find ice cream shop Borgo Gelato. What’s on the menu? Artisanal homemade Italian ice cream, made fresh every single day. Borgo Gelato sets itself apart from other gelateria’s by its’ wide range of delicious and unique flavours. Are you tired of the same, boring old flavours? Looking to try something different? Pay a visit to Borgo Gelato and prepare to be amazed!

Address

Sint-Janstraat 50
2140 Antwerp

Crèmerie Flamingo

If you know the Antwerp ZOO, you probably know the ZOOmerbar. But have you heard of Crèmerie Flamingo? This new ice cream shop right at the entrance of the Antwerp ZOO is open to ZOO visitors and regular passers-by. Try one or two (or more) of the 13 different flavours while you enjoy live music, a delicious cocktail and cute animals nearby. What else do you need on a hot summer’s day?

Address

Koningin Astridplein 20
2018 Antwerp

Cremerie Germaine

Enjoy delicious homemade Italian ice cream, Belgian waffles and crêpes at Cremerie Germaine. Why is this one of our favourite gelateria’s in Antwerp? Because they offer a unique view of their production in their “gelato laboratory”. You can see the ice cream being made fresh every single day in their location at ‘t Eilandje. The members of our team are already loyal customers of their Zurenborg location.

Address

Nassaustraat 13,
2000 Antwerp

Dageraadplaats 29a,
2018 Antwerp

Saropie

Right in the middle of Diamant, Borgerhout and Antwerpen Noord you’ll find ice cream shop Saropie. What’s on the menu? No Italian ice cream cones, but Afghan ice cream towers. Saropie’s delicious ice cream is made with cardamom and saffron, giving it a unique and amazing flavour. Pick and choose from the 18 different toppings to spruce up your tower and enjoy!

Address

Lange Beeldekensstraat 115
2060 Antwerp