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Gelato Messina South Brisbane
The Melbourne Residences, Shop 1/109 Melbourne St, South Brisbane QLD 4101, Australia
Find Gelato Messina South Brisbane
The Melbourne Residences, Shop 1/109 Melbourne St, South Brisbane QLD 4101, Australia
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Book NowAbout Gelato Messina South Brisbane
Late-night South Bank cravings demand better than ordinary ice cream—Messina delivers on house beats, queue-packed energy, and dense, sculpted scoops. Dessert fiends gladly trade footpath waits along Melbourne Street for that proper mantecazione: silky, compact, and never cloying. The cabinet moves fast. Returning crowds steer newcomers toward the Macadamia Crunch or layered Tiramisu, while fruit devotees back the Salted Coconut & Mango Salsa Sorbet. Counter staff still offer unhurried tasting spoons right through peak rushes, giving you free rein before locking in a rotating weekly special.
- Unhurried Tastings: Counter staff let guests sample across the board before ordering, even during peak evening queues.
- Weekly Special Board: Inventive, experimental flavour drops rotate through the cabinet weekly alongside permanent staples like Macadamia Crunch.
- Late-Night Energy: High-tempo house music and late hours keep Melbourne Street buzzing long after South Bank dinner services wrap up.
What's On at Gelato Messina South Brisbane
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
No events or specials listed right now.
Why Choose Gelato Messina South Brisbane
Explore South Brisbane’s favourite artisan gelateria for inventive flavours and late-night energy—book your visit today.
Artisanal Texture and Calibration
Every scoop showcases precise Italian mantecazione, delivering dense, velvety textures and balanced sweetness made from real ingredients.
Really smooth, rich flavours and not overly sweet. You can tell it’s proper quality.
Si M Clean, Uplifting Indulgence
Messina’s carefully balanced recipes provide concentrated flavor and deep satisfaction without lingering heaviness or thirst.
And I love that their gelato doesn’t leave me feeling heavy or thirsty afterwards.
JOOHEE Unhurried Pre-Order Tastings
Front-of-house staff welcome guests to sample adventurous scoops and classic profiles freely, ensuring you find the right scoop without rush.
I also liked that they let you try flavors before ordering.
D Inventive Weekly Specials
Alongside an extensive permanent cabinet, Messina debuts experimental, scratch-made limited releases each week.
weekly creations are novel and experimental (and delicious).
Alex Clapp Prime Late-Night Hours
Operating late into the evening, Messina serves as South Brisbane’s premier post-dinner destination for sweet cravings.
Appreciate that it’s open late most nights!
Not Too Sweet Reviews Vibrant Evening Energy
High-energy soundtracks and social buzz transform a standard ice cream run into an exciting evening outing.
I love the House music playing in the general atmosphere of this place.
Shawn Wilmoth
Most popular items
Standout gelato flavours highlighted across verified customer visits
Macadamia Crunch
My absolute favourite is the Macadamia Crunch—it’s the perfect combination of creamy ice cream, crunchy macadamias, and just the right amount of sweetness.
Lily C Tiramisu
Highly recommend the Tiramisu & Macadamia flavours.
Pam Anushika Salted Coconut & Mango Salsa Sorbet
SALTED COCONUT & MANGO SALSA SORBET - complex and delicious. Fruity and fresh.
Not Too Sweet Reviews Pavlova
had the Pavlova flavour in a cone, was delicious
Glenn Mcewen
Before you head over
Essential guidance on managing late-night queues, sampling inventive flavours, and enjoying South Brisbane's premier dessert spot—book your visit today.
Time Your Visit Around Late-Night Queues
Lines routinely form out the door, especially during post-dinner rushes between 9 PM and 10 PM. The queue moves steadily, but arriving earlier in the evening avoids the peak wait.
Sample Adventurous Flavours First
Messina features an inventive board of rotating specials alongside core classics. Counter staff readily permit tastings, so sample bolder, unfamiliar combinations before committing to your scoops.
Plan to Stroll with Your Scoop
Indoor seating can be difficult to secure during high-volume periods. Take your cone, cup, or tub to go and enjoy it while walking along Melbourne Street. Book your South Brisbane outing now to round out your evening.
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