The best ice cream in Copenhagen

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Written By Ben Culpin

Copenhagen boasts a wide choice of amazing places to get ice cream - from traditional gelaterias to laden waffle cones in ice-cream parlours. As soon as the sun emerges for a minute or two in the capital, the Danes and tourists alike flock to sample the delicious and innovative flavours on offer at these establishments. Here are some of the city's top ice cream spots (in my opinion!) which you just might want to explore:

Ismageriet

Flæsketorvet 55, 1711 København
A beloved institution in the Meatpacking District, this ice cream shop is known for its creamy, organic dairy and fruit-based sorbets. Ismageriet always have at least 30 flavours to choose from, and you can visit multiple times to sample seasonal flavours like pistachio, amarena cherry (my personal favourite), and even champagne sorbet around New Year.

Østerberg Ice Cream

Tullinsgade 25, 1618 København
Østerberg Ice Cream offers unique flavours such as dragonfruit, tamarind, and jackfruit, alongside traditional options like chocolate brownie and vanilla.

ISTID

Jægerborgsgade 13, 2200 Copenhagen N
This innovative instituiton specializes in organic ice cream made with liquid nitrogen, resulting in an extra creamy texture. ISTID are known for their creative and often vegan-friendly flavours - thoroughly recommended!

 
 

Siciliansk Is

Skydebanegade 3, 1709
I have been lucky enough to live very close to this amazing gelateria for the past 4 years. They serves truly authentic Sicilian-style gelato with rich, natural and organic ingredients. Siciliansk Is boast a regularly changing menu, my personal favourites include the Suppa Inglese, Hazlenut and Sea Buckthorn.

Alice Coffee & Ice Cream

Markmandsgade 1, st. tv. (Amagerbrogade), 2300 København
Alice Coffee & Ice Cream is a cosy spot offering high-quality ice cream and excellent coffee.

 
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Isoteket

Randersgade 43, 2100 København
The website mentions their maker of ice-cream went to gelato university in Bologna (was it a sundae school?), so you know these guys are the real deal! Isoteket focus on innovative and organic ice cream, delivering genuine Italian gelato of high quality.

Nicecream

Elmegade 30, 2200 København
The only 100% vegan ice cream shop in Copenhagen (which I am aware of - please let me know in the comments if I missed any!). Nicecream are committed to sustainability, offering delicious plant-based options with chocolate brownie and cookie dough among my favourites.

 
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Rajissimo

Nygade 6, 1164 København
Rajissimo offer a wide selection of over 50 flavours, including seasonal varieties, and allows you to watch waffle cones being made.

Lydolph's Isbar

Strandvejen 167, 2900 Hellerup, Denmark
Located dangerously close to my place of work, I have visited this ice cream bar a number of times - purely for research purposes of this article of course! Lydolph's Isbar are known for for serving large portions of ice cream in various flavours, offering great value for money and delicious choices.

 

The inside scoop

I think it’s time to stop waffling on and let you get out there and try some of the extraordinary places out there.

Whether you're in the mood for a classic cone or an adventurous flavour, Copenhagen's ice cream shops have something to satisfy every palate. Enjoy your sweet exploration!

I am cone-fident that I included the best places, but if I did miss any of your favourites off the list let me know!

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