Let's mark gelato ice cream shops across Thailand priced under 100 baht, where you can enjoy delicious, well-balanced flavors and an ultra-smooth, soft texture at wallet-friendly prices, perfect for all sweet lovers.
Following the gelato fever trend! You don’t have to pay a lot to experience the "ultra-smooth" texture.
It has become a widely discussed topic online regarding the premium gelato shop PARAMETER Gelato & Granita, which caused a stir with prices ranging from about 159 to 559 baht per 100 grams. They serve in tiny cups with stylish spoons, ban photography, and emphasize their ultra-smooth texture, prompting consumer debates about value for money.
However, for dessert lovers who want to enjoy the authentic, dense, and smooth texture typical of Italian-style gelato without overspending or worrying about budget, Thailand still offers many quality homemade and craft gelato shops serving delicious treats for under 100 baht per cup.
Six affordable gelato shop locations across Thailand priced under 100 baht.
1. Dolce Gelatino — starting at just 39 baht.
An Italian-style gelato shop with branches in major shopping centers, notable for its low-fat formula and smooth, soft ice cream texture.
- Highlights: A variety of flavors, including refreshing fruit options and popular ones like Tokyo Banana and Yogurt.
- Price: Small size cup (Size S) with two scoops, allowing choice of two flavors, starting at only 39 baht.
- Locations: Major department stores such as Central Rama 3, Central Rama 2, Union Mall, and Seacon Bangkae.
2. Gelato Elementary — prices start from 69 to 88 baht.
A gelato shop with a pleasant atmosphere that applies scientific principles to control ice cream quality, maintaining storage temperature at -15°C for the smoothest texture.
- Highlights: Over 18 seasonal rotating flavors and an ambiance with background music enhancing the dining experience.
- Price: Approximately 69 to 88 baht per cup.
- Locations: Samyan–Chula and Silom areas in Bangkok.
.3The Scoop Cafe— starting at 39 baht.
A favorite gelato spot for youths and tourists in Chiang Mai, decorated in bright pink tones.
- Highlights: Uses 100% real cow’s milk and fresh fruit with a low-fat recipe, offering more than 30 rotating flavors and free tasting before ordering.
- Price: Starting at 39 baht per scoop (toppings from 5 baht).
- Location: More Space project near Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai Province.
.4Gelate— starting around 80 baht.
A familiar Italian gelato brand found in shopping malls, emphasizing low-fat ice cream with a smooth, soft texture.
- Highlights: Popular menu items include yogurt smoothies and a variety of refreshing fruit flavors.
- Price: Around 80 baht per cup.
- Locations: Branches in shopping centers like CentralWorld, Central Plaza Khon Kaen, and Central Festival Chiang Mai.
5. OMA Gelato — starting at 60 baht (2 scoops for 100 baht).
A homemade gelato shop near a university focusing on quality and value.
- Highlights: Smooth, rich ice cream with standout flavors such as Dark Chocolate, Uji Matcha, Strawberry Cheesecake, and Mint Chocochip.
- Price: 60 baht for one scoop, 100 baht for two scoops.
- Location: Near Kasetsart University (Bang Khen campus).
6. GHEE Gelato House — starting around 100 baht.
A homemade craft gelato shop attentive to every step of production, founded by someone trained in gelato-making at a specialized institute in Bologna, Italy.
- Highlights: Creating unique and innovative flavors with rich ingredients and a perfectly smooth texture.
- Price: Starting at about 100 baht and up.
- Locations: Tha Tian area (near Wat Pho) and KJR55 Building, Silom Soi 7, Bangkok.
Why is "gelato" different from regular ice cream?
Gelato has a smoother, softer, and denser texture than regular ice cream because:
- Lower fat content: Gelato mainly uses fresh milk and less cream than regular ice cream, resulting in a butterfat content of about 4–8%, compared to over 10% in regular ice cream.
- Less air incorporated: During churning, gelato traps less air than regular ice cream, producing a denser, richer, and ultra-smooth texture.
- Serving temperature: Gelato is stored and served at a warmer temperature than regular ice cream, allowing the tongue to immediately perceive the flavor and aroma of ingredients.
Although innovation and premium ingredients make some gelato brands costly, consumers still have many options to enjoy high-quality, ultra-smooth gelato for under 100 baht, offering deliciousness, value, and easier access to Italian-style desserts.
