London’s best ice cream parlours

Gelatorino

Step straight into Italy just two minutes from Covent Garden where you will be greeted by smiley staff and a chic, fresh interior. Two scoops, £3.

2 Russell Street, gelatorino.com

Oddono’s

Dive into milkshake heaven or treat yourself to the popular picks of pistachio and hazelnut. Two scoops, £2.30.

Branches across London, including Selfridges, oddonos.com

Nardulli

Within spitting distance of the Common, devour your treat inside the famous art deco building or at one with nature. Two scoops, £2.95.

29 The Pavement, Clapham Common, nardullisicecream.co.uk

Gelato Mio

The focus is on natural ingredients in this funky café. The delectable tiramisu transports you somewhere exotic. Two scoops, £2.90.

Branches around London, including 138 Holland Park Avenue, gelatomio.co.uk

Riley the Ice Cream Café

Stripped back café serving ice cream made on the premises. Give yourself a brain freeze with the icy blood orange sorbet or order a freshly cooked crèpe. Two scoops, £2.75.

32 The Broadway, Crouch End, facebook.com/rileyicecreamcafe