Die besten Gelaterias in Zürich 2026 – handwerklich und ehrlich
Ice cream is an essential part of summer in Zurich. This selection focuses on gelaterias that produce their ice cream by hand, avoid artificial additives and work with high-quality, often regional ingredients. Fruits are sourced locally whenever possible, and ingredients like vanilla and chocolate come from responsible producers.
All gelaterias listed here have been personally tested by me.
- Daily changing flavours: Eisladen
- Creative and unusual flavours: Eisvogel Gelato
- Classic ice cream by the lake: Gelateria di Berna
- Family-friendly gelateria Gelati am See
- Familienfreundliche Gelateria: Gelati Tellhof
- Premium Italian gelato: Schokolato
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Eisladen – Handmade ice cream without artificial additives
Eisladen stands for ice cream made the traditional way. Everything is produced from scratch, without artificial flavours or ready-made mixes. Citrus fruits are pressed by hand, nuts are roasted in-house and even brownies are baked fresh for special flavours. For me, this level of craftsmanship is unique in Zurich.
🍦 What makes Eisladen special
- no artificial flavours, colours or additives
- everything made from scratch
- seasonal, changing flavours
- creative, artistic atmosphere
⭐ My tip
Salted caramel and the “Glace Berliner”
💡 Good to know
Also available as an ice cream truck
Eisvogel Gelato – Saisonale Glace mit Überraschungseffekt
Eisvogel Gelato is small, honest and freshly made every day. Only a few flavours are available, based on seasonal ingredients. Apart from the chocolate sorbet, which is always on offer, everything else changes daily.
🍦 What makes Eisvogel Gelato special
- freshly made every day
- intentionally only a few flavours
- seasonal ingredients
- very fair prices
⭐ My tip
Honestly: try all flavours
💡 Good to know
Often sold out by late afternoon
Gelateria di Berna – Creative gelato with organic milk
Gelateria di Berna is known for bold and unusual flavour combinations. This family-run business uses organic milk and honest ingredients, creating gelato that surprises even regular guests.
🍦 What makes Gelateria di Berna special
- creative and unusual flavours
- organic milk
- family-run business
- regularly changing creations
⭐ My tip
Yoghurt plus a new flavour
💡 Good to know
Cash only
Gelati am See – Classic ice cream right by Lake Zurich
Gelati am See is a true Zurich classic. Since 1998, this lakeside stand has been serving simple, honest ice cream with a view. Kids get a small toy, adults often receive a little extra tasting.
🍦 What makes Gelati am See special
- directly by the lake
- family-run since 1998
- classic flavours
- relaxed summer atmosphere
⭐ My tip
Fior di Latte and Yogurt Mora
💡 Good to know
A small extra tasting is often included
Gelati Tellhof – Family-friendly gelateria open all year
Gelati Tellhof is run by Susanne Kissling and stays open even in bad weather. With many flavours, seating and a play area, it’s especially popular with families.
🍦 What makes Gelati Tellhof special
- open all year round
- wide selection of flavours
- very child-friendly
- indoor and outdoor seating
⭐ My tip
Fior di Latte and Yogurt Mora
💡 Good to know
“Pimp my Ice” lets kids decorate their own scoop
Schokolato – Premium Italian gelato made in Zurich
Schokolato represents Italian gelato at a very high level. Produced in its own facility, the flavours are clear, intense and perfectly balanced. Schokolato also supplies restaurants and events.
🍦 What makes Schokolato special
- own production facility
- seasonal flavours
- Italian gelato tradition
- available at events and pop-ups
⭐ My tip
Hazelnut and pistachio
💡 Good to know
Also a bar and event location