Mejores heladerías artesanales de Madrid

Discover the best artisan ice cream parlours in Madrid, where tradition and innovation unite to create unique flavours. This guide explores the most outstanding establishments in the capital, known for the quality of their ingredients and meticulous preparation. From Italian classics to more avant-garde proposals, find your next must-visit stop to enjoy exceptional ice cream in Madrid. Ideal for dessert lovers and gastronomic explorers.

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    Kalúa Helado Artesanal

    148 Global Votes
    • Staff is super friendly and welcoming

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    Kalúa Helado Artesanal is renowned for its artisanal ice cream production, using natural ingredients and offering a wide variety of flavors. It has been awarded the "Q" mark for Tourism Quality, being the first ice cream parlor in Spain to obtain it, which highlights its excellence in the sector.

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    Colosso Gelato e Caffè

    58 Global Votes
    • Serves high-quality coffee

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    Colosso Gelato e Caffè stands out for its artisanal ice cream production, inspired by Italian and Argentinian traditions, using premium and natural ingredients. Its master ice cream maker, Julio Bertoni, ensures authentic flavors and exceptional quality, including vegan options and specialties like dulce de leche and Argentinian dark chocolate.

  3. 3

    Veneta Gelato Italiano (Valencia, Spain)

    43 Global Votes
    • Serves award-winning gelato

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    Véneta Gelato Italiano has been awarded as the third best ice cream parlor in the world and the best in Spain on several occasions, including 2013 and 2015, in addition to being the best in Europe in 2019. Its offering includes a variety of artisanal flavors, some of them original, which attract ice cream lovers in Madrid.

  4. 4

    Helados Patagonia

    42 Global Votes
    • Offers yummy ice cream

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    Helados Patagonia offers a unique experience with artisanal Argentinian-style ice creams, standing out for its variety of flavors, including gluten-free options and original combinations like lavender and violet. Its generous portions and kind staff contribute to a very positive customer experience, making this place a popular destination for ice cream lovers in Madrid.

  5. 5

    Mistura Ice Cream

    41 Global Votes
    • Offers a truly sweet experience

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    Mistura Ice Cream crafts 100% artisan ice creams using natural ingredients, many of which are locally sourced, ensuring exceptional quality. It offers a unique customization experience and a carefully designed ambiance in its establishments, making it a benchmark for ice cream lovers in Madrid.

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  7. 6

    Los Alpes

    39 Global Votes
    • High quality products

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    Los Alpes stands out for its uninterrupted tradition since 1950 in crafting artisanal ice creams, using Sicilian methods and a careful selection of ingredients. It offers an impressive variety of over 50 flavors, including unique options like goat cheese ice cream, demonstrating its innovation and consistent quality.

  8. 7

    TOTO

    27 Global Votes
    • Offers exquisite, natural ice cream

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    TOTO crafts artisanal ice creams with natural ingredients, free from preservatives and artificial colors, standing out for their creaminess and rich flavor. It offers a wide variety of options, including vegan sorbets and exceptional flavors like pistachio and hazelnut, ensuring a high-quality experience for all palates.

  9. 8

    Gioelia Cremeria

    26 Global Votes
    • Offers really good and creamy ice cream

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    Gioelia Cremeria stands out for its authentic Italian gelato, made daily with high-quality ingredients that ensure rich flavors and an exceptionally creamy texture. It offers a wide range of options, including vegan and gluten-free choices, making it an inclusive destination for all ice cream lovers.

  10. 9

    Heladería De Sandra

    25 Global Votes

    Heladería De Sandra is appreciated for its artisanal ice creams, particularly its mascarpone flavor, which has a perfected recipe. It uses high-quality natural ingredients, ensuring an authentic and superior taste experience for its customers.

  11. 10

    Zúccaru

    25 Global Votes
    • Amazing flavors

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    Zúccaru crafts 100% artisanal gelato following traditional Italian recipes and using top-quality ingredients, many sourced from local producers. It offers an authentic experience with innovative flavors and vegan options, standing out for its commitment to quality and Sicilian tradition.

  12. 11

    La Romana dal 1947

    18 Global Votes
    • Delicious ice cream

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    This ice cream parlor stands out for its creamy, fresh, and not overly sweet gelato, made daily with high-quality ingredients and following traditional Italian recipes. Its cozy atmosphere and friendly staff who encourage sampling flavors contribute to an exceptional experience for artisanal ice cream lovers.

  13. 12

    Cora Gelato

    14 Global Votes
    • Offers artisanal gelato

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    Cora Gelato stands out for its artisanal gelato, crafted with natural ingredients and Italian passion, offering a creamy texture and exceptional flavors. Furthermore, the establishment provides vegan, sugar-free, and gluten-free options, making it accessible and appealing to a diverse clientele seeking quality and variety.

  14. 13

    Regma

    11 Global Votes
    • Offers home-made ice creams, sweets and aperitifs

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    Regma stands out for its long history since 1933, offering artisanal ice creams made with natural ingredients and traditional recipes. Its commitment to quality and the authenticity of its flavors, such as cheese or hazelnut, makes it a benchmark in Madrid for ice cream lovers. The experience at its Fuencarral location is renowned for the richness and generous size of its portions.

  15. 14

    Fanática Helados

    6 Global Votes
    • Offers really nice handmade ice-cream

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    Fanática Helados stands out for its commitment to quality and innovation in crafting artisan ice cream in Madrid. It offers a wide range of flavors, including vegan options and unique creations like 'torrija' ice cream, catering to diverse palates. The parlor has received high recommendations from customers, highlighting the freshness and creaminess of its products.

  16. 15

    MYKA

    1 Global Votes
    • Made with Greek yogurt or kefir

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    MYKA stands out for crafting artisanal Greek frozen yogurt, using fresh, natural ingredients without additives. Its proprietary recipe, which includes Greek yogurt and kefir, offers a delicious and healthier option, maintaining probiotic benefits and high protein content.

  17. 16

    Quesería Artesanal Temia

    0 Global Votes

    Deleite Heladería Artesanal stands out for its use of fresh and natural raw ingredients, coupled with controlled temperature production processes that guarantee the quality of its ice creams. It offers authentic flavors and innovative options, such as the organic goat's milk ice cream from Guadarrama, reflecting a commitment to craftsmanship and sustainability.

Frequently asked questions

This ranking evaluates the best ice cream parlors in Madrid that offer artisan ice cream, highlighting ingredient quality, flavor variety, and overall customer experience, based on available reviews and context.
Ice cream parlors are selected based on frequent mentions in 'best' or 'top' ice cream lists for Madrid, the presence of 'artisan' or 'handmade' ice cream, and positive customer reviews across various platforms.
While this ranking is based on current context, we value community suggestions. If you know an exceptional artisan ice cream parlor in Madrid, you can share it for future consideration.
In this context, 'artisan' refers to ice cream parlors that make their ice creams with natural ingredients, often using traditional recipes and without artificial colors or flavors, as mentioned in several descriptions.

How we built this ranking and what to consider when choosing

The creation of this ranking of the best artisan ice cream parlors in Madrid is based on a comprehensive analysis of available information, including customer reviews and mentions in specialized guides. Our goal is to offer a useful guide for lovers of quality ice cream.

  • Ice cream parlors consistently mentioned in various sources as 'top' or 'best' in Madrid are collected and analyzed.
  • Priority is given to those that emphasize 'artisan', 'handmade' production, or 'natural ingredients' in their descriptions.
  • The volume and quality of customer reviews are considered, looking for patterns in comments about flavor, texture, and overall experience.
  • Attention is paid to distinctive features mentioned, such as unique flavors, vegan options, or product presentation.
  • Artisan Production: The ice cream parlor must make its ice cream artisanally, using quality ingredients and traditional methods.
  • Reputation and Reviews: Ice cream parlors with a strong reputation and a high number of positive customer reviews, indicating overall satisfaction, are considered.
  • Quality and Variety of Flavors: The offering of unique flavors and the superior quality of ingredients are valued, such as the mention of real textured pistachios or intense dark chocolate.
  • Customer Experience: Aspects such as service, atmosphere, and the ability to cater to different food intolerances are also important factors.
  • Contextual Recognition: Ice cream parlors that consistently appear in 'best ice cream parlors' recommendations for Madrid are included.