Best Dessert Spots in Adelaide
Adelaide has plenty of options for satisfying a sweet tooth, from gelato to chocolate to frozen yoghurt. Here are the standout dessert venues worth seeking out across the city and its suburbs.
- 1Dessert Spots Glenelg
1. YO-BAR
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue5.0(1,898)· Google72Spot ScoreGreat 
2Dessert Spots Adelaide CBD2. YO-BAR
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.9(2,042)· Google71Spot ScoreGreat
3Dessert Spots Adelaide CBD3. C9 Chocolate & Gelato Rundle Place
If gelato and chocolate are your weakness, this CBD spot combines both specialities in one place.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.9(756)· Google68Spot ScoreWorth a Look
4Dessert Spots Henley Beach4. Bottega Gelateria
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.8(738)· Google67Spot ScoreWorth a Look
5Dessert Spots Glenelg5. Bottega Gelateria
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.8(475)· Google66Spot ScoreWorth a Look
6Dessert Spots Adelaide CBD6. Yo-Chi
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.7(706)· Google$$$$65Spot ScoreWorth a Look
7Dessert Spots Norwood7. 48 Flavours Trinity Gardens
To sample a wide gelato selection in the inner-eastern suburb of Norwood.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.7(555)· Google$$$$65Spot ScoreWorth a Look
8Dessert Spots Semaphore8. Royal Copenhagen
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.6(939)· Google$$$$65Spot ScoreWorth a Look
9Dessert Spots Glenelg9. Yo-Chi
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.6(596)· Google$$$$64Spot ScoreWorth a Look
10Dessert Spots Glenelg10. Gelatissimo Glenelg
Gelato in Glenelg for those seeking variety in Adelaide's most popular beach suburb.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.6(762)· Google$$$$64Spot ScoreWorth a Look
At a glance
| Venue | Spot Score | Price | Suburb | Top feature | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| YO-BAR | 72/100 | 5.0(1,898) | — | Glenelg | Open late (after 10pm) |
| YO-BAR | 71/100 | 4.9(2,042) | — | Adelaide CBD | Open late (after 10pm) |
| C9 Chocolate & Gelato Rundle Place | 68/100 | 4.9(756) | — | Adelaide CBD | Open 7 days |
| Bottega Gelateria | 67/100 | 4.8(738) | — | Henley Beach | Open 7 days |
| Bottega Gelateria | 66/100 | 4.8(475) | — | Glenelg | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Yo-Chi | 65/100 | 4.7(706) | $$ | Adelaide CBD | Open late (after 10pm) |
| 48 Flavours Trinity Gardens | 65/100 | 4.7(555) | $$ | Norwood | Open 7 days |
| Royal Copenhagen | 65/100 | 4.6(939) | $$ | Semaphore | Open 7 days |
| Yo-Chi | 64/100 | 4.6(596) | $$ | Glenelg | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Gelatissimo Glenelg | 64/100 | 4.6(762) | $$ | Glenelg | Open 7 days |
Frequently asked questions
Which dessert spot is best for a beach visit?+
YO-BAR in Glenelg, Bottega Gelateria in Henley Beach, and Royal Copenhagen in Semaphore all sit near water and work well as part of a beach outing.
Where should I go if I'm in the Adelaide CBD?+
You have three choices: YO-BAR, C9 Chocolate & Gelato at Rundle Place, or Yo-Chi, all within easy reach of the city centre.
Are there dessert spots specialising in gelato?+
Yes. C9 Chocolate & Gelato, Bottega Gelateria (Henley Beach and Glenelg), 48 Flavours in Norwood, and Gelatissimo in Glenelg all focus on gelato.
What about frozen yoghurt options?+
YO-BAR has two locations (Glenelg and CBD), and Yo-Chi has two locations (CBD and Glenelg) if you prefer frozen yoghurt to other dessert styles.
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