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Gelato Messina Circular Quay

Gateway, 1 Macquarie Pl, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

Recommended by 22 people

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Gateway, 1 Macquarie Pl, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

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+61 485 982 519
HoursMonday: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM Thursday: 11:00 AM – 10:30 PM Friday: 11:00 AM – 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 Circular Quay

Steps from Circular Quay—dense, scratch-churned gelato built for strolls along the harbour. Post-dinner crowds treat the fast-moving queue as a Sydney rite, turning out for scoops that hold their shape in a waffle cone. Messina nails the *mantecatura* on-site, churning weekly specials alongside staples packed with in-house nut pralines and buttery dulce de leche. Generous cups carry easily down to the ferry wharves as the evening lights hit the water.

  • Harbourside strolls: Positioned right by Circular Quay, making it easy to grab a cone and watch the ferries or walk toward the Opera House.
  • In-house mix-ins: Teams churn batches on-site, baking their own cookies and preparing nut pralines from scratch rather than relying on commercial bases.
  • Inventive rotations: A wide cabinet pairs limited-run weekly experiments with core favourites like dulce de leche and pistachio praline.
  • Brisk counter service: Staff move through out-the-door evening queues quickly with patient, accommodating counter service.
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Why Visit Gelato Messina Circular Quay

Discover why locals and travellers consistently brave the lines at Circular Quay, and plan your harbour dessert stop today.

  • Harbourside Strolls by the Opera House

    Messina's location at Gateway puts freshly churned scoops within steps of Sydney's most iconic waterfront landmarks.

    grab a cone and take it over to Circular Quay, sit on the lawn of the art museum and enjoy with a view of the Opera House while people watching.

    Paul Colgan

  • Waterfront Views and Ferry Watching

    An effortless outdoor dessert ritual where guests can watch harbour life and arriving ferries while enjoying their scoops.

    have some great ice cream on the harbour, watching ferries go past and arrive!

    Pulsar

  • Gelato Churned On-Site

    Batches and mix-ins are churned fresh on the premises, showcasing artisanal craft right in front of visitors.

    You can see the staffs making gelato onsite, and the service staff is friendly and nice.

    Ls Chan

  • Inventive Weekly Specials and Fresh Flavours

    A balanced menu pairing dependable staples with creative, rotating weekly specials that offer distinctive textures.

    the special had a rich, unique taste, and the berry gelato was super fresh and vibrant.

    Masaki Kawakami

  • Pure Indulgence Worth the Queue

    The depth of flavour and silky consistency reward visitors who wait through the bustling queues on sunny afternoons.

    Gelato Messina Circular Quay is a treat worth lining up for, especially on a warm Sydney afternoon.

    Paul Leong

  • Unrivalled Gelato Satisfaction

    Flavour-dense scoops and crisp mix-ins deliver an exceptional dessert experience that leaves a lasting impression.

    Crowded place but so worth the queue. I had Messina at 2 differnt outlets but somehow this one tasted better.

    Charis Koh

Signature scoops crafted with scratch-made mix-ins and churned on-site.

  • Pistachio Praline

    The pistachio praline gelato ice cream was creamy and studded with crunchy firm bits of pistachio nuts with milky earthy nutty sweet flavour.

    Ivan Teh

  • Macadamia Crunch

    Had the macadamia crunch and it was life changing!! The roasted flavour was amazing and the macadamia tasted so fresh and crunchy.

    Charis Koh

  • Dulce de Leche

    the dulce de leche carried that deep caramel note with just the right touch of creaminess.

    Paul Leong

  • Boysenberry

    The boysenberry gelato ice cream was icey and smooth with mellow fruity tangy sour zesty sweet flavour, while the waffle cone was crunchy with biscuity sweet savoury flavour.

    Ivan Teh

Before you head over

Navigate lines, seating, and flavour decisions with ease for your next harbour treat—book your visit today.

  • Beat the Peak Queues

    Queues regularly stretch out the door during hot afternoons and weekend evenings as post-dinner crowds arrive. Aim to visit earlier in the afternoon if you want to bypass the wait, though lines typically move within ten minutes.

  • Take Your Scoops Harborside

    Interior seating is limited to just a couple of tables inside the compact venue. Take your scoops in a cup or waffle cone and stroll toward the water to enjoy views of the ferries or sit on the nearby art museum lawn.

  • Sample Specials with Taste Tests

    With rotating weekly specials and in-house scratch-made mix-ins, narrowing down flavours can take time. Staff are patient and welcoming with taste tests, so sample unfamiliar varieties before locking in your order.

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