8 Coolest gelato places to try in the Klang Valley
The creamier, the better
Is it just us, or is the heat getting more and more unbearable lately? Enter our saviour: a scoop (or two) of gelato.
In case you didn’t know, gelato is actually the Italian word for ice cream. The process of making gelato begins with a similar custard base as ice cream, but what sets gelato apart is that it has a higher proportion of milk and a lower proportion of cream and eggs (or sometimes no eggs at all). This makes it much, much creamier. Because it’s churned at a slower rate than ice cream, less air is incorporated into the mixture, thus giving gelato a denser texture. The main ingredient of gelatos always tends to shine through because of the lower percentage of fat.
So whatever the reason—be it the heat or you’re just craving a sweet treat—here are eight gelaterias in the Klang Valley you need to visit.
1. PAOLO PAOLO
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Paolo Paolo may be the new kid on the block, but it has already gained an impressive following. Gelato lovers always seem to be down for a Paolo Paolo scoop and sometimes the line even extends outside their doors—yes, even on weekdays! Its gelato is handcrafted in the store daily and each scoop is utterly dense and creamy.
One thing that sets Paolo Paolo aside from other gelaterias is that the store rotates its flavours everyday. The flavour selection is also rather unique with choices like lemon mascarpone and banoffee pie, pink guava and asam boi, and pear and vanilla sorbet from their sorbet range, which aligns with its aims to bring out your childhood memories or experiences. Each cup or cone also comes with an added dollop of a second flavour of your choice—a thoughtful touch that lets you indulge in two flavours in one order.
Address: E-GF-01, The Five, Kompleks Pejabat Damansara, No.49, Jalan Dungun, Bukit Damansara, 50490 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: Sunday – Thursday, 12pm-10pm. Friday – Saturday, 12pm-11pm
2. TUG GELATO
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Have you ever thought about what happens to bruised and imperfect-looking fruits? Most of the time they get thrown away, but TUG Gelato is ready with a solution. TUG stands for ‘The Unusual Greens’ and this brand is on a mission to make quality gelato out of “imperfect” fruits to help reduce food waste. Its flavours range from classics like French vanilla and strawberry cheesecake to fruit-based ones like soursop calamansi and avocado pistachio.
Address: 43-1, Jalan Equine 9a, Taman Equine, 43300 Seri Kembangan, Selangor
Opening hours: Tuesday – Friday, 12pm-10pm. Saturday – Sunday, 10am-10pm
Contact: 019-457 1105
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3. WAKA WAKA GELATO
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You know that feeling when you’re on a trip and taste the most delicious thing you’ve ever eaten and your mind starts wandering about how you can take it home? Well, these girls did just that. Waka Waka Gelato’s inception was born from the founders’ desire to bring home that specific taste of Italy.
Waka Waka Gelato started off as a home-based business, therefore, the brand’s mindset of being generous is still strong. Its home-churned gelato is made with quality ingredients, so there’s no artificial anything here!
Address: 24, Jalan 21/11b, Sea Park, 46300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Opening hours: Closed on Mondays. Sunday – Thursday, 1pm-10pm. Friday – Saturday, 1pm-10.30pm
Contact: 016-333 4948
4. THE GELATO SPOT
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This gelateria hits the spot for creamy and delicious gelato. This family-owned business churns out their own gelato that isn’t too sweet. Its flavours include classics like Pistachio and Dark Chocolate, and even ones with a little twist like Wafer Pistachio Cheesecake. If you think a scoop isn’t enough for you, try the milkshakes!
Address: 102, Jalan SS 15/4, SS 15, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor
Opening hours: 12pm – 10pm on Sundays – Thursdays, 12pm – 11pm on Fridays and Saturdays
Contact: 03-5611 0090
5. JERSEY JACK GELATO
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Jersey Jack Gelato takes the demands of being an artisan seriously to ensure it delivers the true taste of authentic Italian Gelato. All of the brand’s gelatos are made from the finest ingredients, so there’s no skimping on quality here. With over 70 flavours of gelato and sorbet, you’re definitely spoiled for choice!
That’s not all, if you want Jersey Jack Gelato to be part of your special day, it can even customise small batches of gelato flavours made exclusively for you.
Address: No., 49, Jalan Berangan, 50200 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: Tuesday – Friday, 11am-9.30pm. Saturday – Sunday, 11am-10.30pm.
Contact: 019-457 1105
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6. PICCOLI LOTTI
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Staying true to their name, Piccoli Lotti (which means ‘small batch’ in Italian), makes its gelato one small batch at a time. The gelateria serves smooth and creamy gelatos with flavours that span from classics like pistachio and hazelnut, to more unique flavours like chrysanthemum with cacao nibs.
A crowd favourite and one of their signature flavours, Pulut Tai Tai is its rendition of a classic nyonya dessert that’s made with glutinous rice, fresh santan, swirls of homemade kaya, and butterfly pea flower for the natural blue colour.
Address:
- Subang Jaya – 9, Jalan SS 18/1B, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor
- Puchong – 16, Jalan Puteri 2/2, Bandar Puteri, 47100 Puchong, Selangor
- Damansara Kim – 45, Jalan SS 20/11, Damansara Kim, 47400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
- Bukit Jalil – 17, Jalan 16/155c, Bukit Jalil, 57000 Kuala Lumpur
- IOI City Mall – L3-K203, Level 3, City, IOI City Mall
Opening hours:
- Tuesday – Sunday, 12.30pm-10.30pm | Closed on Mondays
- IOI City Mall – 10am – 10pm, daily
Contact: 016-333 4948
7. WHIMSICAL – ARTISANAL GELATO
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An award-winning brand located in Desa Parkcity, Whimsical Artisanal Gelato infuses local flavours into its sweet creations. The flavour that took home the prize during the Gelato World Tour (Asia Pacific) is the Vanilla of the East, a gelato that consists of vanilla beans infused with pandan and drizzled with gula melaka and basil seeds.
One flavour that is truly Malaysian is the Nasi Lemak Gelato—yes, everyone’s favourite meal in one scoop. The gelato is made with rice cooked with coconut milk, sambal, crunchy peanuts and anchovies, so you’ll be indulging in an array of textures and flavours all at once.
Address: FF-17, The Waterfront, 5, Persiaran Residen, Desa Parkcity, 52200 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: Monday – Thursday, 11am – 9pm | Friday – Saturday, 11am – 10pm
Contact: 03-6419 0966
8. TAFFY GELATO
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Tucked inside Jibby & Co at The Glades Plaza, Taffy Gelato is a new exciting spot for a gelato fix. The gelateria serves a wide variety of flavours including the classics like decadent chocolate and creamy pistachio; and more one-of-a-kind flavours like bubblegum pink sirap bandung that’s a nod to the classic drink, and a sweet yet sour asam boi sorbet. Aside from getting a scoop in the usual cup or cone, you can even get your gelato served on a Belgian waffle or in between a buttery croissant or brioche bun.
Address: G-8, Off Persiaran Putra Perdana, The Glades Plaza, 47650 Subang Jaya
Opening hours: 11am-10pm daily
Contact: 016-333 4948
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