Let’s be real, ice cream doesn’t care about seasons, and neither should you. Winter, summer, random Wednesday at 11 PM? Always valid. And if you think Lucknow is only about kebabs and biryani, the dessert scene here is about to prove you very wrong. From froyo bowls and Greek yoghurt jars to classic scoops and indulgent sundaes, these eleven spots are your official roadmap to scoop heaven. Forget picking just one, hit them all. Your taste buds will thank you, your diet won’t, but hey, that’s tomorrow’s problem!
Snowberry
Snowberry’s serving up fluffy Korean bingsu, Korean shaved ice creams artisanal desserts, and ice creams made with actual fruit,mango, falsa, strawberry, mulberry, chikoo, sitaphal, the works. Each scoop tastes like summer in Lucknow, not some artificial flavour factory. Trust us, one visit and you’ll wonder how you survived without it.
When- 11 AM- 11:45 PM
Where-
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Shop 31/108, Ground Floor 7, Zone 2, Ashok Marg, Hazratganj,
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Shop-33, Ground Floor, Dlf My Pad Vibhuti Khand, Zone-14, Gomti Nagar
Sprinkle Sundaes
Sprinkle Sundaes is turning your bad day around, one scoop at a time. Creamy cones when you’re on the move, decadent sundaes when you need to sit and savour. Every bite’s crafted to make you ridiculously happy. Every spoonful hits different. Once you’ve had it, regular ice cream just feels like a let down. Don’t say we didn’t warn you.
When- 12 PM- 2 AM
Where-
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Ground Floor, 4, Ashok Marg, Hazratganj
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Ground Floor, 2/60, Viram Khand, Viram Khand-2, Gomti Nagar
Gazal Cool Corner
Gazal’s been scooping since 1990, before you, probably before your first crush, definitely before half of Lucknow’s current ice cream spots even existed. Every flavour you could want, guaranteed awkward run-in with someone from your past, and that comforting feeling of a place that just gets it. This isn’t trendy. It’s timeless.
When- 10 AM- 11 PM
Where- M 15, Gole Market, Mahanagar, [Multiple outlets across Lucknow]
Giani’s
Giani’s been the ice cream endgame since 1990, before Instagram, before food bloggers, before anyone called dessert “artisanal.” This is where your parents had their first date and where you’ll definitely spot your ex. Every flavour exists here, no fuss, no fancy branding, just straight-up good ice cream. Trends come and go. Gazal stays winning.
When- 11 AM- 3 AM
Where- 36, Ground Floor, SAS House, Hazratganj, [Multiple stores across Lucknow]
The Icecream Masters
The Ice Cream Masters said “why limit yourself?” and dropped 40+ flavours like it’s no big deal. Classic vanilla sitting next to flavours you didn’t know existed but suddenly need to try. Every visit’s a new adventure because with this many options, you’re basically obligated to experiment. Boring ice cream runs? Not here. This is flavour commitment issues in the best possible way.
When- 1 PM- 1 AM
Where- Shop 1, Wala Qadar Road, Hazratganj, Lucknow
Amore Gelato
Amore Gelato Parlour is Lucknow’s sweetest excuse to slow down! Think authentic Italian gelato, rich milkshakes, indulgent sundaes, and freshly made waffles, all crafted with premium ingredients in a cosy, welcoming space. It’s not just a dessert stop, it’s the kind of place you walk into for one scoop and leave planning your next visit!
When- 10:30 AM- 11:30 PM
Where- V-013, Lulu Mall, Amar Shaheed Path
Hocco
Hocco’s outlet just opened and is already stealing the spotlight, that’s how good we’re talking. Brand new, zero legacy to lean on, just straight-up exceptional flavours doing all the talking. The kind of place that makes Lucknow’s ice cream scene sit up and pay attention. Fresh, bold, and unapologetically confident. When you nail it this hard right out the gate, the hype builds itself.
When- 11 AM- 11 PM
Where- Shop 4, LDA Complex, Sector-J, Zone 12, Aliganj
My Froyoland
Froyo lovers, Lucknow has something seriously exciting for you! Myfroyoland lets you play chef with your dessert, mix, match, and pile on toppings from over 150 flavours, then pay by weight. Whether you’re watching calories or just watching out for gluten, there’s a bowl here with your name on it!
When- 10 AM- 11:30 PM
Where- Vijaipur Colony, Vibhuti Khand, Gomti Nagar
Loops Fresh Yogurt Co.
Ever had dessert that actually keeps you full? Loops is doing things differently, fresh frozen yogurt and high-protein Greek yogurt, made right in-house, creamy without the sugar overload. Go wild building your own bowl or let its curated combos do the talking, real fruit, nuts, and that perfect crunch. Smart eating never tasted this good!
When- 12:30 PM- 12 AM
Where- 2/462, Vivek Khand 2, Gomti Nagar
Nirula’s
Some places just don’t need an introduction, and Nirula’s is exactly that! A name that’s lived in our hearts since childhood, now serving up all the classics you grew up loving. Iconic sundaes, timeless Nirula’s classics, and the refreshing Natural Fruitilicious range, some things never go out of style, and honestly, why would they?
When- 11 AM- 10:30 PM
Where- Unit T-05, 3rd Floor, Phoenix Palassio Mall
Amul Ice Lounge
Amul Ice Lounge in Lucknow is serving 20+ international flavours and it’s giving everything, the nostalgia of your favourite childhood brand with a seriously cool, global twist. Walk in for one scoop, walk out planning your next three visits. That’s just how it goes!
When- 10:30 AM- 11 PM
Where- 3rd Floor, Phoenix Palassio Mall
