Craving some ice cream? Bahrain has a wide range of international ice cream brands and home-grown, proudly Bahraini ice cream shops too!

A scoop of ice cream is just what you need to deal with hot summer days.

Here are 10 great places (listed alphabetically) that fact recommends to satisfy your ice cream craving:

1. Baskin Robbins

Known for its 31 flavours concept, Baskin Robbins gives you a chance to enjoy a different flavour every day of the month. With over 50 Baskin Robbins stores dotted across Bahrain, you’re sure to curb your craving.
Flavours To Try: Mint Chocolate Chip, Pralines ’n Cream, Rainbow Sherbet
GO: Follow @baskinrobbinsbh for more information.

2. Chin Chin Ice Cream

Chin Chin Ice Cream has earned a reputation for being the ‘best ice cream parlour in London’ and has made its way into the GCC with its first branch right here in Bahrain at The Avenues, Manama.  The premium dessert brand is known for its unique ice cream flavours, handmade toppings and other indulgent desserts (think Banoffee Pie Bar, Brioche Waffle and more).
Flavours To Try: Burnt Butter Caramel, Valrhona Chocolate, Red Velvet Basque Cheesecake
GO: Follow @chinchinicecreambh for more information.

3. Cioccolatitaliani

The Italian luxury dessert brand Cioccolatitaliani was founded in Milan and is known for combining artisan gelato, premium chocolate, and Italian pastry traditions.
What makes this ice cream special is the generous serving of high-quality white, dark or milk chocolate that’s poured onto every delicious offering. Find Cioccolatitaliani at City Centre Bahrain, Dana Mall and Al Liwan in Hamala.
Flavours To Try: Milk Cream, Cappuccino, Dark Chocolate
GO: Follow @cioccolatitaliani.bh for more information.

4. Cold Stone Creamery

Cold Stone Creamery is a premium American ice cream brand famous for its made-to-order ice cream experience. Choose your ice cream and your toppings and watch as it’s theatrically mixed together on a frozen granite stone.
The brand offers great cakes, shakes and speciality desserts too.
Flavours To Try: Founder’s Favorite, Chocolate Devotion, Birthday Cake
GO: Follow @coldstonearabia for more information.

5. CupCream Artisan Galleria

CupCream Artisan Galleria is a family-owned, Bahraini boutique dessert brand focused on premium handcrafted ice cream, gelato, yogurt pops and other artisanal frozen desserts. It’s known for its creative flavours that sometimes feature seasonal local ingredients like toot and tamarind! Find CupCream in Bilad Al Qadeem.
Flavours To Try: Saffron, Rose Milk, Mango
GO: Follow @cupcream for more information.

6. Florencia Ice Cream

Florencia Ice Cream grew from Florencia Chaldu’s love for authentic gelato! This gelateria has grown to have multiple locations in Bahrain including branches at Juffair Square and Janabiyah Square.
With a special focus on premium ingredients that meet the highest of (tastebud) standards, you can expect rich flavours and seasonal specials that you’ll be craving long after your scoop has vanished. Florencia’s PAW POPS and Bon Balls are exceptional too.
Flavours To Try: Pistachio, Dulce de Leche Stracciatella, Mascarpone and Orange
GO: Follow @florenciaicecreambh for more information.

7. La Romana dal 1947

What can you expect from a gelateria that’s been around for nearly 80 years? Exceptional, addictive, creamy gelato! La Romana dal 1947 is a historic Italian gelateria founded in 1947 in Rimini, Italy, known for its traditional artisanal gelato, high-quality ingredients, and authentic Italian craftsmanship. You can enjoy crepes, waffles, cakes and speciality coffee here too.
Find La Romana dal 1947 at Marassi Galleria and City Center Bahrain.
Flavours To Try: Crema dal 1947 (signature custard cream), Pesto Di Pistacchio, Caramelo Salato Con Noci Pecan
Follow @gelaterialaromana_bh for more information.

8. Marble Slab Creamery

Marble Slab Creamery is a premium American ice cream brand famous for its freshly made, hand-mixed ice cream creations. Customise this insanely creamy ice cream with a wide range of fun ‘mix-ins’ including chocolates, nuts, fruit and more.
Flavours To Try: Peanut Butter, Strawberry Shortcake, Salted Caramel
GO: Follow @marbleslab_bh for more information.

9. Scoop Creamery

Scoop Creamery is a proudly Bahraini artisan gelateria, located in Saar and Riffa, that has garnered a strong following of Scoop-enthusiasts! Founded by Bahraini scientist and gelato enthusiast Alya Al-Ammari, the brand combines creativity with Italian gelato techniques.
What makes this Bahraini Gelateria so special? Well, it serves small batch, unique flavours of gelato, inspired by local tastes.
Flavours To Try: The Matilda, Peanut Butter Cookie Dough and a bunch of daily specials.
GO: Follow @scoop_creamery for more information.

10. Venchi

Venchi is a luxury Italian chocolate and gelato brand founded in Italy in 1878. This makes it… historically fantastic!  This luxurious, smooth gelato can be found at Marassi Galleria Mall and City Centre Bahrain. Venchi is renowned for its artisanal chocolates, premium gelato, and elegant Italian dessert experience.
Flavours To Try: Hazelnut, Cappuccino, Azteco (vegan)
GO: Follow @venchi_arabia for more information.