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Gelato Messina Surfers Paradise

2A Cavill Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia

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2A Cavill Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217, Australia

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+61 7 5689 2535
HoursMonday: 12:00 – 10:30 PM Tuesday: 12:00 – 10:30 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 10:30 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 10:30 PM Friday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM Sunday: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Gelato Messina Surfers Paradise

Right across from the Surfers Paradise foreshore, Messina handles the beachside fix. Tubs turn over fast—limited-run weekly specials rotate alongside staples like pistachio praline, milky matcha, and dulce de leche. Beachgoers expect the queue spilling out onto Cavill Avenue, but the counter crew works the spatola with brisk rhythm to keep the line shifting. Take your cup straight to the sand before the Queensland humidity softens the churn.

  • Staple Scoops & Rotating Specials: Fans line up for pistachio praline, dulce de leche, and grassy matcha, alongside a rotating board of limited-edition weekly specials.
  • Prime Foreshore Location: Located steps from the Surfers Paradise foreshore, primed for scooping into a cup or tub before heading to the sand.
  • Fast Counter Turnover: Counter staff move queues swiftly along Cavill Avenue, keeping waiting times short even at peak afternoon rush.
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Why Choose Gelato Messina Surfers Paradise

Discover artisanal gelato craft steps from the beach—reserve your Gold Coast tasting stop today.

  • Beachside Foreshore Setting

    Located steps from Surfers Paradise Beach, visitors can pair artisanal gelato with coastal breezes.

    It’s the perfect spot to grab a gelato and enjoy the ocean breeze.

    Devrim Yilmaz

  • Uncompromising Artisanal Texture

    Messina's signature churn produces dense, ultra-smooth scoops bursting with authentic depth of flavor.

    The flavours are rich, creamy, and full of taste — pure perfection!

    TANNAZ RADBIN

  • Rotating Weekly Specials

    Alongside iconic staples, an ever-shifting lineup of limited-edition releases ensures novel flavor combinations on every return visit.

    The great weekly flavours available were plentiful.

    Jen

  • Premium Dairy-Free & Vegan Options

    Thoughtfully crafted vegan and dairy-free options deliver the same velvety creaminess and intense taste as classic dairy flavors.

    As a dairy free I found the vegan ice creams some of the best I have ever had.

    Whitney Bennett

  • Instant Uplift and Pure Indulgence

    Decadent, high-impact flavors deliver an unmistakable mood lift and beachside delight with every scoop.

    each spoonful is a burst of pure delight.

    Wat Jamsirirat

  • Familiar Metropolitan Comfort on Holiday

    Interstate travelers and loyal fans find reassurance in seeing their favorite cult gelateria right on the Gold Coast strip.

    I was very excited to find one of my fav gelateria’s in the Gold Coast.

    MazCal

Customer favourites and standout gelato scoops in Surfers Paradise.

  • Pistachio Praline

    The Pistachio Praline is a must try 👌🏽

    Jamal Al Suwaidi

  • Dulce de Leche

    We ended up picking pistachio, macadamia, and dulce de leche, and every single spoon tasted absolutely amazing!

    Barry Ng

  • Macadamia

    I ordered a scoop of pistachio and a scoop of macadamia ice cream 🍦 and it's soooo yummy.

    Elvira Yabut

  • Matcha

    The matcha ice cream was incredibly tasty, with a rich and authentic flavour that truly stood out.

    蚊尾

Before you head over

Practical advice to navigate lines, limited seating, and flavour rotations like a local—book your visit today.

  • Head Straight to the Beach

    Indoor seating is non-existent and the Gold Coast heat can turn scoops into soup quickly. Take your cup or tub straight across the road to the Surfers Paradise foreshore to enjoy it by the ocean.

  • Order Ahead on the App

    Rotating specials frequently sell out and lines can stretch out the door. Download the Messina app in advance to check daily flavours, skip the ordering scramble, and earn loyalty perks.

  • Explore Dairy-Free and Vegan Scoops

    Dairy-free and vegan diners do not have to settle for basic sorbets; the shop rotates rich, smooth plant-based flavours like the signature Salted Mango Coconut Salsa.

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