As the heatwave in Dublin continues and we spend more time in the fresh air, many will be searching for the best ice cream shops in Dublin.
We are spoilt for choice when it comes to the best Dublin ice cream shops. From new openings to beloved institutions, here are the best ice cream shops in Dublin to visit during the heatwave.
Teddy’s, Dun Laoghaire
Teddy's is an absolute must-have during any trip to Dun Laoghaire. This iconic Dublin shop has been serving up classic 99s since the 1950s.
The people behind this iconic Dublin ice cream shop are experts at the whipped ice cream, cone and flake, with optional sauce and sprinkles as well.
Three Twenty Ice Cream Lab
Dublin's first liquid nitrogen ice cream shop is open on Drury Street.
Three Twenty brings back traditional ice cream in a style not seen here before. Their organic recipes and local ingredients are what makes the ice cream unique.
They use a liquid nitrogen method which means the product is rapidly frozen which results in less ice crystals and air. It makes the seasonally flavoured ice cream richer, creamier and denser.
Murphy’s Ice Cream
Located on Wicklow Street, Murphy's is probably the Dublin ice cream shop with the most unique flavours to enjoy during the heatwave in Ireland.
Their ice creams have been made naturally, locally and truthfully in the Kerry town of Dingle since 2000. Their flavours vary from Dingle Gin and Irish Coffee to Brown Bread.
Scoop Dessert Parlour
For all things sweet, a trip to Aungier Street is recommended. Scoop has some of the best ice cream in Dublin city to enjoy during a heatwave.
This unique dessert parlour specialises specifically in all things sweet, so no matter what you’re craving, you’re likely to find it here. To top it off, they offer a 10% student discount that makes it even more appealing.
Scoop is also located in Ranelagh and Clontarf.
Gino's Gelato
With shops in the city centre as well as Howth, Dundrum, Blanchardstown, Liffey Valley, Swords, Tallaght and Grand Canal Square, Gino's is a staple for ice cream lover's around the city and is a favourite ice cream shop in Dublin for many during a heatwave.
With an array of exciting gelato flavours as well as waffles and crepes, the smells and flavours served up here are a treat no matter what the weather.
OMG
OMG Ice Cream can be found in Howth and Malahide, serving up an array of beautiful ice cream flavours, topped with delicious toppings and luscious sauce.
Plus, the range of bubble waffles and crepes available make it a strong contender for one of the best dessert parlours in north Dublin.
Arctic Stone
Arctic Stone in Blackrock takes inspiration from its founder's travels around the world to bring rolled ice cream to delighted locals and visitors to the area.
To many, it is one of the best ice cream shops in Dublin and the most delicious way to cool down during the heatwave.
Cloud Nine
Cloud Nine in Temple Bar is a wonderfully colourful and inviting ice cream shop in the heart of Dublin, bringing visitors ice cream, crepes and even acai bowls to enjoy during the sunny heatwave in Ireland.
Sun Bear Gelato
You will find Sun Bear Gelato on Dawson Street serving up freshly made gelato, sundaes, crepes and bubbles waffles.
Located a stone's throw away from St Stephen's Green, it's a must visit for any city centre wandering on a sunny day.
Pappagallino's Ice Cream
Malahide is home to many an eatery and place to grab a sweet treat, one of those being Pappagallino's Ice Cream.
Expect various gelato flavours as well as sundaes, milkshakes, crepes and their signature Mucky Tub.
Sweet Caroline's
Located in Portmarnock is Sweet Caroline's, a quaint little shop on the Strand Road serving up 99s, milkshakes and all kinds of sweet treats.
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