Kelowna’s Top 10 Ice Cream & Gelato Spots
Looking to beat the heat in Kelowna? From small-batch gelato to classics, this updated list rounds up the top ice cream and gelato spots to check out this summer. Whether you’re lakeside or downtown, there’s a sweet treat waiting around every corner!
Parlour Ice Cream
A downtown Kelowna favourite, Parlour serves premium, handcrafted scoops in crispy house-made waffle cones. Their flavour lineup is anything but ordinary—think whiskey hazelnut, blueberry cheesecake, matcha, London fog, plus more. With vegan options on the menu and lineups that often stretch into the evening, it’s the kind of spot that’s absolutely worth the wait!
Moo‑Lix Ice Cream
With locations downtown and in Rutland, Moo-Lix is a Kelowna classic serving up over 40 rotating flavours, such as salted caramel pretzel, cotton candy, maple walnut, and mango sorbet. They also offer vegan and gluten-free cones, making it a sweet stop for everyone.
Amore Mio Gelato
A charming café in downtown Kelowna known for its authentic Italian gelato, made with fresh, local BC fruit. Don’t miss their creative gelato spaghetti and vegan-friendly selections. With a cozy patio and full café offerings, it’s a perfect downtown hangout.
The Mission Creamery
One of Kelowna’s newest ice cream gems, The Mission Creamery, has quickly made a name for itself with two locations, one in the Mission on Lakeshore Road and another at the Eldorado Resort on Cook Road. Known for ultra-creamy textures and playful flavours like peanut butter & jelly, coconut and cherry cheesecake, they also offer a solid lineup of vegan options. A must-try for locals and visitors alike!
Ice Cream Lab Kelowna
A fun, mobile ice cream truck serving up artisanal scoops made with local ingredients. Catch their rotating menu of creative flavours as they roll through Kelowna’s neighbourhoods and events, perfect for a sweet surprise on the go!
Marble Slab Creamery
With two convenient spots in downtown Kelowna and the Lower Mission, this creamery offers classic hand-churned ice cream loaded with endless mix-ins. Their sundaes and banana splits make for the perfect lakeside treat or family outing.
Valoroso Foods
Escape the summer heat with a taste of Italy right here in the Okanagan! Valoroso Foods offers authentic gelato and sorbetto—handcrafted with care and perfect for cooling off, at both their Kelowna and West Kelowna locations.
Sweet Cloud Ice Cream Rolls
Sweet Cloud Ice Cream Rolls is a vibrant ice cream truck known for its fresh, made-to-order rolled ice cream. You can usually find them parked by Kelowna’s Yacht Club, serving up creative flavours and fun toppings, a perfect cool-down after a day by the lake!
Bread Co
Available exclusively at their Pandosy Street location, Bread Co serves up rich, house-made gelato with over 10 delicious flavours, including several refreshing sorbets. Perfect for enjoying lakeside or on their patio!
Gorgeous George’s Gourmet Ice Cream
Family-owned and beloved in Kelowna, Gorgeous George’s serves small-batch, handcrafted ice cream with unique flavours like lavender and birthday cake. Vegan and gluten-free options make it a perfect treat.
No matter where you are in Kelowna, these ice cream and gelato spots deliver the perfect scoop to cool off and satisfy your sweet tooth all summer long. From classic favourites to innovative new flavours and vegan-friendly options, there’s truly something delicious for everyone. So grab a cone, find your favourite spot, and enjoy the sweetest way to beat the heat!
-Jenna xoxo