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The best ice cream in Johannesburg
Start with Crumbs & Cream, Gelato La Cremosa in Melrose Arch and Paul’s Homemade Ice Cream in Parkhurst. Here are all 4, with why each one is worth it.
- Crumbs & CreamIce cream
Dessert shop pairing ice cream with freshly baked cookies for customizable sandwiches.
- Gelato La CremosaMelrose Arch · Gelato
Italian-style gelato specialist serving fresh scoops from covered counter wells.
- Paul’s Homemade Ice CreamParkhurst · Ice cream
South African small-batch creamery known for rich custard-based ice cream and rotating flavors.
- Swirl Smashed & Rolled Ice CreamIce cream
Made-to-order rolled ice cream provides a playful alternative to traditional scoops.
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Where is the best ice cream in Johannesburg?
Chef Amazing’s picks start with Crumbs & Cream, Gelato La Cremosa (Melrose Arch) and Paul’s Homemade Ice Cream (Parkhurst). All 4 places are on this page with what to get, where they are and a map.
How does Chef Amazing pick these?
From Chef Amazing’s city guide and lists for Johannesburg: the places critics, chefs and locals keep recommending, checked and kept current, with what to order at each. Nobody pays to be on them.
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