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Penguino Gelato Cafe

85 Montgomery Square | P O Box 1225, Nelson, New Zealand
03 545 6450
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Ranked #18 of 113 restaurants in Nelson
Cuisines: Ice cream
Most recent review
- 9 May 2013
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Nelson, New Zealand
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12 reviews 12 reviews
9 restaurant reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

What can I say... its ice cream :-) Nice. Roomy establishment. Right in the centre of town. Walk out the door and stroll through the flea market on a Saturday Morning... mmmmm nice.

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New Plymouth, New Zealand
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

Something for everyone: the kids loved the strawberry and mum could try out wild flavours like Olive! Exquisite icecream, friendly service. Also great stroopwaffels.

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Nelson, New Zealand
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13 reviews 13 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

very tasty ice-cream which has its price. I find over 3 dollars for a small cone a bit pricey but the times are over when you got a huge ice-cream for a dollar I suppose... But still worth going, definitely better value than the frozen yoghurt place which I think is completely overpriced.

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Canberra
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25 reviews 25 reviews
10 restaurant reviews
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 April 2013

Try the berry or blackcurrant (I preferred the blackcurrant). They're tucked away off the main track. I'm told they're not open during the winter months... so check ahead.

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Georgia
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52 reviews 52 reviews
31 restaurant reviews
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 March 2013

Wonderful! Some flavors I have never seen before. I had bay leaf and white chocolate and it was very good. I also tasted my husband’s roasted pumpkin seed and avocado and it was wonderful too. There are a lot of “normal” flavors too. Many flavors to choose from to delight the regular and the adventurous.

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Auckland Region, New Zealand
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75 reviews 75 reviews
25 restaurant reviews
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2013

Lovely ice cream and an opportunity to try some unusual flavours. Staff will let you try a sample before you buy if you're unsure.

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Christchurch, New Zealand
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4 reviews 4 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2013

the gelato here was excellent, however the prices were also steep and the scoops a little small. Nevertheless it definately beats mr whippy any day!

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Nelson, New Zealand
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50 reviews 50 reviews
37 restaurant reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 December 2012

The gelato here is amazing. So many delicious flavours to choose from. they are happy to help you decide, and will also give you a wee taste if you're not sure.

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Nelson, New Zealand
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36 reviews 36 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
37 helpful votes 37 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 September 2012

I admit to being a regular visitor to Penguino's. The gelato is excellent, creamy, and there are numerous flavors to choose from. The flavors do change over the season you there are always varied tempting tastes to try. Do not be afraid to ask for sample tastes if you are unsure of what flavor or flavor to have. You can... More

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Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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14 restaurant reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 August 2012 via mobile

I was told that this place had the best gelato- and gosh I must say there are some must tries in this place! Had the luck of going in when it was quiet and had a nice chat with the owner who was very passionate of what he does which for me added to the experience. I tried his award... More

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