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Duck Island Ice Cream

Ice Cream, Vegan Flavours, Gluten-Free

Worth ordering: #1 Ice cream in Wellingtonnamed in 26 reviews

Try the salted brownie and salted caramel sesame chocolate peanut vegan ice cream flavours.

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Top tips

  • You can sample two different flavours for the price of a single scoop.
  • Gluten-free vegan cones are available.
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  • Expect prices around NZ$5.50 to NZ$6.50 for a single scoop—considered reasonable but slightly high for frequent visits.
  • Vegan sundaes offer indulgent dessert options beyond scoops.

People mention

Salted brownie, chocolate coconut and ice cream sundae.

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Also peanut butter cookie dough, black sesame, cherry and almond crisp, chocolate boysenberry biscuit, chocolate cherry and chocolate cherry chunk.

Good for

The vibe: families The vibe: relaxing

Praised for friendly service, cozy atmosphere and generous portions.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Dessert, takeout, quick bites
  • Cards and mobile pay

About

Duck Island Ice Cream is known for its range of at least six rotating vegan ice cream flavours that are rich and creative rather than just sorbets. Prices for single scoops start around NZ$5.50, with generous portions and options to sample two flavours at the single scoop price. The parlour offers gluten-free vegan cones and vegan sundaes, with friendly staff contributing to a welcoming vibe.

Visit

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168 Cuba Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand

Opening hours

Monday
11:00–22:00
Tuesday
11:00–22:00
Wednesday
11:00–22:00
Thursday
11:00–23:00
Friday
11:00–23:00
Saturday
11:00–23:00
Sunday
11:00–22:00

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How we rank

eating vegan

Outstanding for vegans

vegan options
Many · 5–10 dishes
menu
Clearly marked
staff
Knowledgeable
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