Ahmedabad summers are notoriously brutal. But when the sun finally dips, locals head out to discover the best ice cream spots in Ahmedabad. In this city, grabbing a scoop is a legendary late-night social ritual. If you want to bypass the mass-produced counters, the city’s high-end scene features everything from live kitchen theatre to authentic European churns. To help you plan your next midnight sugar rush, we have curated a guide to 9 premium ice cream spots in Ahmedabad where the craft justifies the price tag.
Giro Gelato
Launched in 2025 by founder Ankita, Giro Gelato focuses on a boutique, small-batch approach to Italian-style frozen desserts. The brand uses the traditional mantecazione churning method, which limits air incorporation to create a denser, more intensely flavoured texture than standard ice cream. Their production process includes a 24-hour base-ageing period, relies entirely on hand-picked local produce, and excludes artificial emulsifiers.
When: 11 am to 11 pm
Where: Saurashtra Society, Motinagar Society, Fatehpura, Paldi
Huber & Holly
This boutique parlor focuses on high-end ice cream and artisanal desserts prepared in front of the customer. Specialising in intricate presentation and balanced flavour profiles, the brand is particularly well-known for its premium ingredients and customisable toppings. Notable offerings include their signature ice-cream bars, such as the Sicilian Pistachio coated in a white chocolate shell and Belgian Chocolate wrapped in dark chocolate, alongside premium Hazelnut Mudslide Mini Cones.
When: 11:30 am to midnight
Where: Multiple locations (Bodakdev, Navrangpura, Panchavati Society)
Ice Cream Library
This spot on Sindhu Bhavan Road deserves a slot on your itinerary. Rather than simply dishing out standard scoops, they specialise in live cold stone creations. Essentially, you select your base and toppings, and watch them chop, smash, and fold everything together on an ice-cold slab. It is on the pricier side but the sheer variety of complex flavour profiles makes it a popular late-night haunt for younger crowds.
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When: 10 am to midnight
Where: Park West, 142, PRL Colony, Bodakdev
Gelato Italiano
Located in the food court of Palladium Mall, Gelato Italiano offers a lighter alternative to ice cream. True to gelato techniques, their scoops have lower fat content and less churned air. The menu ranges from classic fruit sorbets and rich Madagascan Chocolate to popular contemporary blends like their signature New York Cheesecake.
When: 11 am to 10 pm
Where: Palladium, Sarkhej, SG Highway, Thaltej
Ratel Ice Cream
Ratel Ice Cream is a expansion of Ahmedabad’s decades-old Patel Ice Cream brand. This aesthetic boutique brings traditional family recipes with a premium, artisanal touch. It is an excellent stop if you appreciate creamy textures, natural fruit ingredients, and an atmosphere to sit back and relax. When it comes to the must-buys, the Raspberry Sorbet and the Belgian Chocolate are standout options, whilst their Blueberry Cheesecake scoop is an absolute dream for anyone with a major sweet tooth.
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When: Noon to midnight
Where: Asian square, Sindhu Bhavan Marg, Bodakdev
Naturals Ice Cream
A heavyweight in the Indian dessert scene, Naturals has built a cult following by sticking to a simple formula. Because they eschew synthetic stabilisers and artificial colours in favour of fresh, seasonal ingredients, the menu morphs with the time of year, offering the perfect antidote to the city’s experimental parlours. If you are looking for the must-buys, their Tender Coconut, packed with actual bits of coconut is an essential year-round order, whilst the seasonal Sitaphal and Alfonso Mango are mandatory scoops whenever they are in season.
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When: 11 am to midnight
Where: Magnifico Complex, Be Alive Media Road, Bodakdev
Hoglatto
Hoglatto is the place to go in Ahmedabad if you prefer dense, silky Italian gelato over regular ice cream. Part gelateria and part café, this spot is perfect for a sit-down dessert paired with a good coffee, rather than just a quick grab-and-go scoop. It has a great vibe, making it a popular choice for late-night sweet cravings. When it comes to the must-buys, the rich Mousse Brownie Fudge and the Chili Guava gelato are stellar choices, whilst pairing any scoop with a slice of their Blueberry Cheesecake makes for the ultimate treat.
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When: Noon to midnight
Where: Sun Avenue one Shyamal, Manik Baug Road, Ambawadi
Buonissimo
Buonissimo is another fantastic contender for those who appreciate authentic Italian gelato. Operating primarily as a premium dessert boutique and café, this spot skips the overly aerated, fluffy textures of mass-produced ice cream in favour of dense, intensely rich flavours churned to perfection. It is a highly popular haunt for the city’s night owls. If you are wondering what to buy, their Lemon Cookie and the creamy Wildberry Cheese are absolute crowd-pleasers, whilst the Gusto Chocolate offers a brilliantly refreshing alternative.
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When: Noon to 12:30 am
Where: Rudra Square Apartment, Judges Bungalow Road, Bodakdev
Rangoli Ice Cream
Founded in Ahmedabad, Rangoli Ice Cream has built a loyal following for its fruit-forward and locally inspired flavours. While the menu features everything from Mango and Jamun Candy to Red Velvet, it is the Jamfal ice cream that has become a standout favourite. Inspired by Gujarat’s beloved guava snack, the flavour combines sweet, tangy and spicy notes, recreating the taste of jamfal sprinkled with masala. Distinctly regional and refreshingly different, it’s the scoop that keeps many Ahmedabadis coming back for more.
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When: 9 am to 12:30 am
Where: 28, Kens Corner, MG Rd, Nikol
