The Gelato Workshop

Name: The Gelato Workshop
Address: 77 Birkenhead Avenue, Auckland, 0626, NZ
Telephone: +6494180188
Price range: $

Home
Birkenhead Avenue
The Gelato Workshop

The Gelato Workshop is a charming ice cream parlor located on Birkenhead Avenue that specializes in homemade gelato and sorbet. Inspired by their experience in Italy, the owners have created an authentic Kiwi flavor using locally sourced ingredients with the help of Chef Che Barrington. With over 8 years in business, this family-friendly establishment has been a staple in the community, bringing joy and laughter to all who visit.

Recent social media posts

10/09/2026

Your favourite gelato spot is closer than you think! 🍨💛

From Birkenhead to Parnell, we have 8 locations across Auckland ready to serve your favourite gelato, waffles, cheesecakes, sundaes and more!

Find your nearest store and treat yourself today. 😍

👉 Visit your nearest store & treat yourself today!

📍 8 Locations across Auckland City:
•⁠ ⁠607 New North Road, Morningside
•⁠ ⁠28 Broadway, Papakura
•⁠ ⁠12 Moore Street, Howick
•⁠ ⁠130A Main Highway, Ellerslie
•⁠ ⁠77 Birkenhead Avenue, Birkenhead
•⁠ ⁠667 Whangaparaoa Road, Stanmore Bay
•⁠ ⁠Glenfield Mall, Glenfield
•⁠ ⁠113 Parnell Road, Parnell

(The Gelato Workshop, Auckland gelato, best gelato Auckland, gelato near me, Auckland desserts, gelato shops Auckland, Birkenhead gelato, Whangaparāoa gelato, Howick gelato, Glenfield gelato, Ellerslie gelato, Morningside gelato, Papakura gelato, Parnell gelato)

27/08/2026

For the serious chocolate lovers! 🤎🍫

Rich, creamy, smooth, and packed with deep chocolate flavour — every scoop is pure chocolate goodness. 😍

Chocolate cravings? We’ve got you covered! 🍨👇

👉 Visit your nearest store & treat yourself today!

📍 7 Locations across Auckland City:
•⁠ ⁠607 New North Road, Morningside
•⁠ ⁠28 Broadway, Papakura
•⁠ ⁠12 Moore Street, Howick
•⁠ ⁠130A Main Highway, Ellerslie
•⁠ ⁠77 Birkenhead Avenue, Birkenhead
•⁠ ⁠667 Whangaparaoa Road, Stanmore Bay
•⁠ ⁠Glenfield Mall, Glenfield
•⁠ ⁠113 Parnell Road, Parnell

(chocolate gelato, chocolate gelato Auckland, best chocolate gelato Auckland, chocolate dessert Auckland, creamy chocolate gelato, gelato near me, The Gelato Workshop, Auckland gelato, Auckland desserts, chocolate lovers, dessert shop Auckland, Birkenhead gelato, Parnell gelato, Whangaparaoa gelato, Howick gelato, Glenfield gelato, Ellerslie gelato, Morningside gelato, Papakura gelato)

26/08/2026

Cheesecake cravings just got colder! 🫐🍰✨

Creamy blueberry gelato with that delicious cheesecake-inspired flavour in every scoop. One taste and you’ll want another! 😍

Who would you share a scoop with? 👇

👉 Visit your nearest store & treat yourself today!

📍 7 Locations across Auckland City:
•⁠ ⁠607 New North Road, Morningside
•⁠ ⁠28 Broadway, Papakura
•⁠ ⁠12 Moore Street, Howick
•⁠ ⁠130A Main Highway, Ellerslie
•⁠ ⁠77 Birkenhead Avenue, Birkenhead
•⁠ ⁠667 Whangaparaoa Road, Stanmore Bay
•⁠ ⁠Glenfield Mall, Glenfield
•⁠ ⁠113 Parnell Road, Parnell

(blueberry cheesecake gelato, blueberry gelato Auckland, cheesecake gelato Auckland, The Gelato Workshop, Auckland gelato, best gelato Auckland, gelato near me, blueberry dessert Auckland, cheesecake dessert Auckland, creamy gelato, Auckland desserts, Auckland food, Birkenhead gelato, Parnell gelato, Whangaparaoa gelato, Howick gelato, Glenfield gelato, Ellerslie gelato, Morningside gelato, Papakura gelato)

25/08/2026

Summer in every scoop! 🍉✨

Our refreshing Watermelon Sorbet is fruity, light, and bursting with juicy watermelon flavour. Perfect for cooling down with a delicious treat! 😍

Craving a scoop? Come try it today! 🍉🍧

👉 Visit your nearest store & treat yourself today!

📍 7 Locations across Auckland City:
•⁠ ⁠607 New North Road, Morningside
•⁠ ⁠28 Broadway, Papakura
•⁠ ⁠12 Moore Street, Howick
•⁠ ⁠130A Main Highway, Ellerslie
•⁠ ⁠77 Birkenhead Avenue, Birkenhead
•⁠ ⁠667 Whangaparaoa Road, Stanmore Bay
•⁠ ⁠Glenfield Mall, Glenfield
•⁠ ⁠113 Parnell Road, Parnell

(watermelon sorbet, watermelon sorbet Auckland, fruit sorbet Auckland, refreshing sorbet, summer dessert Auckland, The Gelato Workshop, Auckland gelato, gelato near me, Auckland desserts, fruity dessert, dairy free sorbet, Birkenhead gelato, Parnell gelato, Whangaparaoa gelato, Howick gelato, Glenfield gelato, Ellerslie gelato, Morningside gelato, Papakura gelato)

24/08/2026

Cruising with a little extra sweetness! 🚗🍨✨

Creamy, chocolatey, and topped with all the good stuff — the perfect treat for your next dessert run. 😍

👉 Visit your nearest store & treat yourself today!

📍 8 Locations across Auckland City:
•⁠ ⁠607 New North Road, Morningside
•⁠ ⁠28 Broadway, Papakura
•⁠ ⁠12 Moore Street, Howick
•⁠ ⁠130A Main Highway, Ellerslie
•⁠ ⁠77 Birkenhead Avenue, Birkenhead
•⁠ ⁠667 Whangaparaoa Road, Stanmore Bay
•⁠ ⁠Glenfield Mall, Glenfield
•⁠ ⁠113 Parnell Road, Parnell

(The Gelato Workshop, Auckland gelato, Auckland desserts, gelato near me, chocolate gelato, chocolate shake Auckland, gelato milkshake, creamy milkshake, dessert drinks Auckland, Auckland food, dessert shop Auckland, Birkenhead gelato, Parnell gelato, Whangaparaoa gelato, Howick gelato, Glenfield gelato, Ellerslie gelato, Morningside gelato, Papakura gelato)

21/08/2026

One cone. Two flavours. Zero regrets. 😍🍦

Sweet, creamy, and made for those summer cravings! Which two flavours are you picking? 👀👇

👉 Visit your nearest store & treat yourself today!

📍 8 Locations across Auckland City:
•⁠ ⁠607 New North Road, Morningside
•⁠ ⁠28 Broadway, Papakura
•⁠ ⁠12 Moore Street, Howick
•⁠ ⁠130A Main Highway, Ellerslie
•⁠ ⁠77 Birkenhead Avenue, Birkenhead
•⁠ ⁠667 Whangaparaoa Road, Stanmore Bay
•⁠ ⁠Glenfield Mall, Glenfield
•⁠ ⁠113 Parnell Road, Parnell

(The Gelato Workshop, Auckland gelato, best gelato Auckland, gelato near me, Auckland desserts, gelato ice cream, creamy gelato, gelato cone, summer desserts Auckland, Auckland food, dessert shop Auckland, Birkenhead gelato, Parnell gelato, Whangaparaoa gelato, Howick gelato, Glenfield gelato, Ellerslie gelato, Morningside gelato, Papakura gelato)

20/08/2026

POV: You spotted the dessert you’ve been craving 👀🍨

That creamy scoop, those rich flavours, and the perfect toppings… now the only question is which flavour are you choosing? 😍

Tag your dessert buddy and come try your favourite at The Gelato Workshop! 🍦✨

👉 Visit your nearest store & treat yourself today!

📍 8 Locations across Auckland City:
•⁠ ⁠607 New North Road, Morningside
•⁠ ⁠28 Broadway, Papakura
•⁠ ⁠12 Moore Street, Howick
•⁠ ⁠130A Main Highway, Ellerslie
•⁠ ⁠77 Birkenhead Avenue, Birkenhead
•⁠ ⁠667 Whangaparaoa Road, Stanmore Bay
•⁠ ⁠Glenfield Mall, Glenfield
•⁠ ⁠113 Parnell Road, Parnell

(The Gelato Workshop, Auckland gelato, best gelato Auckland, Auckland dessert, gelato near me, Italian gelato Auckland, creamy gelato, premium gelato, ice cream Auckland, dessert shop Auckland, gelato lovers, Auckland food, Auckland sweets, Birkenhead gelato, Parnell gelato, Whangaparaoa gelato, Howick gelato, Glenfield gelato, Ellerslie gelato, Morningside gelato, Papakura gelato)

17/08/2026

When choosing just one dessert feels impossible… order the whole table. 🍨🍫🧇
Loaded with creamy gelato, chocolate sauce, cookies, brownies, and indulgent toppings—this is what dessert happiness looks like!

👉 Visit your nearest store and treat yourself today!

📍 8 locations across Auckland:
• 607 New North Road, Morningside
• 28 Broadway, Papakura
• 12 Moore Street, Howick
• 130A Main Highway, Ellerslie
• 77 Birkenhead Avenue, Birkenhead
• 667 Whangaparaoa Road, Stanmore Bay
• Glenfield Mall, Glenfield
• 113 Parnell Road, Parnell

(Loaded gelato desserts, Auckland dessert shop, chocolate gelato sundae, dessert feast, waffles and gelato, premium gelato Auckland, dessert with friends, sweet treats Auckland, gelato near me, The Gelato Workshop)

16/08/2026

Creamy gelato loaded with crunchy cookies, chocolate pieces, and a generous chocolate drizzle. 🍨🍫
A dessert this indulgent deserves to be shared… but we won’t judge if it isn’t!

👉 Visit your nearest store and treat yourself today!

📍 8 locations across Auckland:
• 607 New North Road, Morningside
• 28 Broadway, Papakura
• 12 Moore Street, Howick
• 130A Main Highway, Ellerslie
• 77 Birkenhead Avenue, Birkenhead
• 667 Whangaparaoa Road, Stanmore Bay
• Glenfield Mall, Glenfield
• 113 Parnell Road, Parnell

(Chocolate gelato sundae, cookies and cream dessert, loaded gelato, Auckland desserts, chocolate drizzle, premium gelato Auckland, dessert near me, sweet treats Auckland, gelato platter, The Gelato Workshop)

15/08/2026

Creamy cheesecake topped with a bright, fruity strawberry layer. 🍓🍰
Sweet, smooth, and made for the perfect dessert break.

👉 Visit your nearest store and treat yourself today!

📍 8 locations across Auckland:
• 607 New North Road, Morningside
• 28 Broadway, Papakura
• 12 Moore Street, Howick
• 130A Main Highway, Ellerslie
• 77 Birkenhead Avenue, Birkenhead
• 667 Whangaparaoa Road, Stanmore Bay
• Glenfield Mall, Glenfield
• 113 Parnell Road, Parnell

(Strawberry cheesecake, creamy cheesecake, Auckland desserts, cheesecake near me, fruity dessert, dessert shop Auckland, sweet treats Auckland, dessert date Auckland, premium cheesecake, The Gelato Workshop)

14/08/2026

Warm waffle, fresh banana, creamy gelato, crunchy biscuit crumbs, and a generous caramel drizzle. 🍌🧇🍨
Every layer is made for a seriously indulgent dessert moment.

👉 Visit your nearest store and treat yourself today!

📍 8 locations across Auckland:
• 607 New North Road, Morningside
• 28 Broadway, Papakura
• 12 Moore Street, Howick
• 130A Main Highway, Ellerslie
• 77 Birkenhead Avenue, Birkenhead
• 667 Whangaparaoa Road, Stanmore Bay
• Glenfield Mall, Glenfield
• 113 Parnell Road, Parnell

(Banana gelato waffle, caramel waffle Auckland, loaded dessert waffle, creamy gelato, Auckland desserts, waffle and ice cream, dessert near me, sweet treats Auckland, premium dessert, The Gelato Workshop)

Address

77 Birkenhead Avenue
Auckland
0626

To get to Birkenhead Avenue in Auckland, you can take a bus or ferry from the city center. If taking a bus, catch the 973 or 974 from Customs St East near Queens Wharf and get off at Highbury Shops. From there, it's just a short walk to Birkenhead Avenue. If taking the ferry, catch one from the Ferry Building on Quay St and disembark at Birkenhead Wharf. From there, it's about a 10-minute walk to Birkenhead Avenue.

If driving, you can find parking along Birkenhead Avenue or in one of the side streets. Be aware of any time restrictions or paid parking zones.

Opening Hours

Monday	12:30pm - 9:30pm
Tuesday	12:30pm - 9:30pm
Wednesday	12:30pm - 9:30pm
Thursday	12:30pm - 9:30pm
Friday	12:30pm - 11pm
Saturday	11am - 11pm
Sunday	12:30pm - 9:30pm

Telephone

+6494180188

Website

http://thegelatoworkshop.co.nz/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when The Gelato Workshop posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

What people say

The Gelato Workshop in Birkenhead Avenue, Auckland is a must-visit for anyone who loves authentic Italian gelato. Established in 2013, this small business has been serving up delicious homemade gelato and sorbet for the past 8 years. The owners have taken inspiration from their experience in Italy and have learned from the Italian gelato master Claudio, who has been in the industry for over tens of years and still operates his business in Victoria Australia.

What sets The Gelato Workshop apart is their commitment to using fresh, locally sourced ingredients to create authentic Kiwi flavor recipes. They work closely with Chef Che Barrington, who has operated boutique restaurants like The Blue Breeze Inn, Woodpecker Hill, and CHOP CHOP in Ponsonby Central Auckland.

The Gelato Workshop has become a beloved part of the community over the past 8 years. It's a place where kids have grown into teenagers and teenagers into young adults while enjoying delicious gelato with their friends and family. The owners take pride in creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere that makes every visit a pleasant moment of your day.

If you're looking for a sweet treat that will transport you straight to Italy, head over to The Gelato Workshop on Birkenhead Avenue. You won't be disappointed!