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The best ice cream in Seoul
Start with Cotati in Seoul branches, Dangdo in Mangwon and Malachite in Namyeong-dong. Here are all 5, with why each one is worth it.
- CotatiSeoul branches · Gelato
Gelato specialist known for roasted pistachio, tea flavors and buttery house-toasted waffles.
- DangdoMangwon · Gelato
Creative gelateria offering roasted-nut classics, herbal flavors and travel-inspired seasonal combinations.
- MalachiteNamyeong-dong · Gelato
Small gelato shop with distinctive plum and seasonal fruit combinations.
- ScooperSeochon · Gelato
Inventive gelato pairs fruit with herbs, alongside Jeju matcha and affogatos.
- ZenzeroGangnam branches · Gelato
Ingredient-driven gelato features Korean produce and flavors such as sesame, corn and cherry.
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Where is the best ice cream in Seoul?
Chef Amazing’s picks start with Cotati (Seoul branches), Dangdo (Mangwon) and Malachite (Namyeong-dong). All 5 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 Seoul: 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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