It may be cold and rainy, but all you want is to indulge in is a cone or bowl of sweet ice-cream. With dozens of unbelievable ice-cream shops in Victoria Island, Lagos, you can enjoy a fresh cup of frozen goodness if you know the right places to go. Whether you’re looking for an indulgent sundae or a grab-and-go ice cream sandwich, there is something for everyone.
If you are however new to the Victoria Island parts of Lagos and you do not know where to visit, you are in luck as Jovago.com, Africa’s No.1 online hotel booking portal has the scoop. Below are 4 of finest ice-cream shops in the neighborhood.
Chocolate Royale
Located at Plot 267A Etim Inyang Crescent, Victoria Island, Lagos, Chocolate Royale slays the ice-cream game. Not only are its scoops super high quality and creamy, its flavors are some of the most inventive in the neighborhood. They have a wide variety and each flavor of ice-cream attempts to give you a unique experience through a nostalgic treat.
Cold Stone Creamery
With luscious frozen concoctions ranging from Mud pie Mojo to Strawberry Banana Rendezvous, Cold Stone Creamery puts a decadent spin on old-fashioned favorites. Adding a wide range of toppings to its menu, Cold Stone’s desserts look more like works of art than a simple shake.
They have other locations around Lagos, and are basically known for putting a unique spin on simple soft serve, like the ‘cookie doughn’t you want some,’ which includes french vanilla ice-cream with chocolate chips, cookie dough, fudge and caramel. This is one sweet spot you don’t want to miss.
Hans And Rene Gelateria
A relatively new spot located in Radisson Blu Anchorage Hotel, 1A Ozumba Mbadiwe, Victoria Island and opened in May 2015, Hand and Rene Gelateria produces the finest gelato and sorbet. Their unique assortment encourages various chefs and caterers to concoct their own boutique flavors. Featuring locally sourced desserts and a roaring array of flavors each day, Hans and Rene is the new ice-cream place in town that’s hot!
Breena’s Ice Cream
Featuring soft serve made fresh every day, with less fat than regular ice cream, Breena’s Ice Cream offers the ideal treat for anyone looking for something sweet sans dairy or with a lower calorie count. Surprisingly rich and creamy, their offer is something you can’t go wrong with. With additional toppings and a pretzel cone option, this is the perfect sweet treat, guilt not included.