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Cà-Rem Gelato

45 Leeds St, Footscray VIC 3011, Australia

Recommended by 65 people

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45 Leeds St, Footscray VIC 3011, Australia

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61 401 669 966
HoursMonday: 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM Friday: 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM Sunday: 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Cà-Rem Gelato

Footscray locals bypass the typical sugar-bomb scoop shops for Vietnamese-style cà rem churned fresh from whole fruit on Leeds Street. Recipes dial back the sweetness on purpose, giving clean Southeast Asian pantry profiles room to breathe without heavy mix-ins. Orders inevitably lean toward the grandmother's heirloom Salted Kumquat, flanked by scoops of Coconut Pandan, Taro, or Kopiko coffee candy. Take yours in a complimentary waffle cone and settle into one of the indoor cottage swings.

  • Asian-Inspired Profiles: In-house batches showcase Southeast Asian pantry and tropical fruit profiles like Coconut Pandan, Durian, and an heirloom Salted Kumquat.
  • Reduced-Sugar Churn: Formulated with reduced sugar and market-fresh fruit, delivering clean flavour without heavy dairy or cloying sweetness.
  • Indoor Swing Seating: Two indoor cottage swing seats offer a relaxed, playful perch paired with complimentary waffle cones.
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Why Cà-Rem Gelato Stands Out in Footscray

From heirloom fruit recipes to suspended swing seating, discover why Footscray locals love Cà-Rem Gelato—and book your dessert stop today.

  • Distinct Asian Pantry & Fruit Profiles

    Ca-Rem churns distinct Southeast and East Asian profiles in-house daily, featuring ingredients like pandan, taro, and heirloom salted kumquat.

    This is the place to go to satisfy your Asian gelato cravings!!

    Sarah Melbs

  • Pure Flavours Without Heavy Inclusions

    Recipes avoid heavy confectionery inclusions, allowing the natural intensity and creamy texture of pure fruit and pantry ingredients to lead.

    I loved the simplicity of the gelati too - no inclusions, just letting the flavours shine.

    Phyllis Campbell

  • Whimsical Indoor Cottage Swings

    The parlour replaces standard seating with suspended cottage-style swings, offering a playful, relaxed place to enjoy your scoop.

    two big awesome swings - great for both adults who are still kids on the inside and for normal kids too

    Issy D

  • Quaint Sit-Down Atmosphere

    A warm, cottage-feel sit-down space creates an inviting atmosphere for lingering over tastings and scoops.

    Coupled with a quaint 'cottage feel' sit-down area, separated from the front of another business (BBQ restaurant), it is completed with cottage swings for seating!

    Ruby N

  • Light Finish for Post-Dinner Refreshment

    Reduced sweetness ensures each scoop finishes clean and light, making it an ideal post-dinner stop after a substantial meal.

    not too sweet nor rich, which made it the perfect dessert after a big meal.

    Monica Chong

  • Balanced, Low-Sugar Daily Churn

    Fresh fruit bases and balanced recipes avoid cloying sugar, delivering a home-made dessert profile without heaviness.

    it tastes home made and the best thing is it’s NOT TOO SWEET! perfect balance for a desert.

    Nathan Brady

House-crafted gelato highlighting traditional Southeast Asian fruit and pantry profiles.

  • Salted Kumquat

    Definitely recommend the Salted Kumquat! Very unique and meaningful.

    tiffii_c

  • Taro Coconut

    My personal favourite was the taro coconut - so fragrant and delicious.

    Phyllis Campbell

  • Pandan

    Top picks were the Pandan and Taro for sure.🌟 Soooo goood 🌈

    Sarah Melbs

  • Durian

    Definitely go for the durian gelato because you know you all wanna 😉

    Karl Ong

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful hospitality and distinct parlour touches that elevate your dessert stop

  • Indoor Cottage Swings

    The shop features whimsical indoor cottage swing seats, providing a playful perch for both adults and children to enjoy their scoops.

  • Heirloom Grandmother Recipe

    The signature Salted Kumquat flavour is crafted from a personal heritage recipe passed down directly from the owners' grandmother.

  • Proactive Dietary Transparency

    Team members take extra care to guide vegan diners, proactively advising that waffle cones contain dairy before scooping plant-based flavours.

  • Complimentary Waffle Cones

    Waffle cones are served with orders at no additional charge, skipping the typical gelateria surcharge.

Before you head over

Practical advice on navigating unfamiliar flavours, dietary options, and cosy indoor seating—book your visit to Cà-Rem Gelato today.

  • Sample Before Ordering

    With an unconventional lineup of Southeast and East Asian flavours, first-time visitors can feel unsure about what to pick. Staff offer tastings at the counter, so sample distinct scoops like salted kumquat or durian before deciding.

  • Dietary and Cone Selection

    While the shop offers multiple vegan fruit sorbets and dark chocolate gelato, the complimentary waffle cones are not vegan-friendly. Opt for a cup to keep your order strictly plant-based.

  • Indoor Swings and Takeaway

    The cosy dining area features only two indoor tables and two signature swing seats. If you visit during peak dessert hours and seating is full, grab a takeaway pack to enjoy on the move.

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