A List of Independent Cincinnati Ice Cream Shops

Discover Cincinnati’s sweetest hidden gems! This curated list highlights locally owned ice cream shops serving up unique flavors, handcrafted treats, and hometown charm. Taste the best of the Queen City—one scoop at a time.

Golden Gelato

The spot in Covington for authentic, small-batch gelati, sorbetti, and coffee.

Covington

Golden Gelato, nestled near Duveneck Square in Covington, KY, offers an authentic taste of Italy with its handcrafted gelati and sorbetti. Made from scratch in small batches daily, they combine traditional Italian "hot process" methods with local ingredients, honoring both the dessert's origins and their Kentucky roots. With a constantly rotating menu of unique flavors, including 100% vegan sorbettos, and a cozy lounge space, Golden Gelato provides a truly exquisite and inviting experience for gelato lovers. They also serve coffee from local roaster Deeper Roots Coffee, perfect for a classic Italian pairing.

⭐ Rating: 4.9/5 (383.0 reviews)

🕐 Hours: Sunday, 12-9 PM Monday, Closed Tuesday, 12-9 PM Wednesday, 12-9 PM Thursday, 12-9 PM Friday, 12-10 PM Saturday, 12-10 PM

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