The best 10 restaurants and places to eat in Hamilton, January 2022

Duck Island Ice Cream

96/100 (1977 ratings)

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"We stopped by after dinner to grab some ice cream. We weren't sure of which flavours to try so we opted to share a flight, servers choice of eight..."

Benedict Uy

"Everything about this ice cream parlor is amazing. From the huge range of non typical and interesting flavours, to the interior design, to the..."

Doris Ma

"Rating 4.5. The queue was all the way out the door & around the corner, but everyone were happy to wait for this ice cream. It definitely lived up to..."

Manz

"Best icecream ever! This place really changed things up for us in Hamilton! I love walking in and smelling the fresh icecream! Blueberry cheescake is..."

Yasmin Kharimi

"100% one of the best ice cream parlours in New Zealand! Their flavours often change based on the season and fresh produce. There are many different..."

Hannahmareecarr2

"Food -4.5/5Service - 4/5Ambiance/location - 3.5/5Haven for those who have a sweet tooth. Best thing is the variety of flavour,..."

Jho Meets Food

"Been here several times. Recommended by a trusted friend and indeed i was not disappointed. Creamy and flavorful. My always go-to-shop whenever im..."

Elz Quin

"Duck Island has the most unique ice cream flavours - blackberry, sage and honey at the top, salted caramel and cacao in the middle and my favourite..."

Jenny @ga.eats

"I start to get the shakes when I haven’t been there for a week. Although a little more expensive than your run of the mill tip-top rolled ice..."

Dayne Hawkes

"Very interesting and fantastic flavors such as the white chocolate pomegranate macadamia and coconut caramel sesame chocolate peanut! Would recommend..."

Annie Tong

"What a great find and another place to look forward when going to the Tron! The chocolate and cookies & cream ice cream and the Peanut Butter sundae..."

888bing888

"THIS PLACE IS SO DAMN GOOD!!! honestly I’m willing to drive here from Auckland just for this damn ice cream! I had peppermint candy cane bark which..."

Sophie Wilton

"This is my friend’s favourite ice cream place and I was not disappointed. So great that they allow testers & they are on a actual spoon -..."

Lizzie

"The queue is so long but definitely worth it. My second time in here, but still love it. Flavours are very unique and too good. I have chocolate..."

EAT Girl 👑

"5/5 Taste4/5 Display 4.5/5 Quantity 5/5 Customer Service Best Ice Cream Hamilton, maybe North IslandThis shop has..."

곰정안

"Love the unique flavours and great initiative to constantly have delicious vegan options. A definite stop if you are passing through Hamilton...."

Natasha Watson

"One of the best ice creams I’ve ever had. Being dairy-free, it’s hard to find ice cream that isn’t just coconut, or tastes icy or like soy..."

Holly Swallow

"On my first visit, i thought of going for an ordinary flavour + another out of the ordinary. So I Had Rosemary and Dark Chocolate. Andddd it turned..."

Hermit94

"The best ice cream I’ve ever had hands down. I got the cherry buttermilk topped with sherbet and it was amazing. Even my partner who hates anything..."

Ally

"What a wonderfully unique ice cream shop!The flavours are just out of this world and absolutely delicious! The shop is very..."

The Sweet Tooth Fairy

"This place is the gem of Hamilton! New flavours each time, will keep things interesting! Unique flavours that you can't get elsewhere! They also have..."

Lonny Macleod

"Got the black sticky rice ice cream! So yum! The taste of every ice cream they have exactly the same with the names. Got the yoghurt, coconut, and..."

Veronica Dharma

"This is a regular treat for the family on a Sunday. It is a fantastic Hamilton East treasure that has carved a niche with exotic and unusual ice..."

Kerry Johnson

"OMG Duck Island is so BOMB, The decor is cute, Their Ice Cream is delicious my fave is the Cacao Crumb. The only downfall is the huge line which is..."

Morgan Harmony

"Had strawberry coconut flavour, quite sweet and I think it's just alright. Normally the fruit flavour is supposed to be refreshing and light. Meh oh..."

Mo

"Perfect icecreams, Widest range of flavours with low price... an ultimate experience... love going to this place which never disappoints... a must..."

Mahek Pratik Gandhi

"I want to start off by saying the ice cream is to absolute die for. Personally worth every cent considering the quality of the ice cream compared to..."

Naiome Hemopo-Dunford

"Food ordered:Double (Peppermint Slice, Salted Caramel w/ Cacao Crumb)Single (Coconut Chocolate, Peppermint Slice)Bill:..."

A Tale Of Two Tummies

"Whispers of the new ice cream place with unique flavours were heard as soon as I returned to Hamilton this time. Warm, sunny weather and good friends..."

Binula

"Love the Ice cream.. orange blossom and salted caramel are my fave. . Lovely Lil spot with its own delightful character. Nice having Steel park next..."

Coffee Lover

"Great wierd and unique icecream! The staff are always so friendly and are happy to give you suggestions of great flavours they have. I love the..."

Sherriemirez

"This is a great addition to the hamilton east eatery scene. Experimental flavour combos and some traditional favourites to tantalise the palates. ..."

Eatyofeelings

"Tried this place the other week and the staff were really friendly and offered 2 free tasters. I got a chai flavored ice cream which was soo tasty...."

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