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Gelateria Primavera

157 Spring St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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157 Spring St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

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HoursMonday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Gelateria Primavera

Stationed inside Spring Street Grocer opposite Parliament, Gelateria Primavera bypasses dessert gimmicks for focused Italian craft. No neon dyes or towering displays—batches rest cold beneath the counter in traditional pozzetti tubs. Post-dinner regulars head over specifically for the Pistacchio di Bronte, prizing its rich nut paste and restrained sugar. To shake off a heavy CBD meal, the tart yogurt, avocado, and lime sorbet cuts clean, while showgoers routinely slip in during Princess Theatre intermissions for a quick scoop.

  • Cult-Favorite Pistachio: The Pistacchio di Bronte relies on real nut paste, balancing layered depth without cloying sweetness.
  • Post-Dinner Palate Cleansers: Acid-forward sorbets like yogurt, avocado, and lime cut through rich CBD meals cleanly.
  • Spring Street Grocer Setting: Operating inside an artisanal grocer across from Parliament, steps away from Princess Theatre intermissions.

What's On at Gelateria Primavera

Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.

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Why Gelateria Primavera Stands Apart

From Sicilian nut pastes to Spring Street theatre-night treats, secure your booking to taste Melbourne's purest Italian gelato craft.

  • Authentic, Non-Cloying Italian Recipes

    Traditional Italian techniques yield pure, nuanced pistachio and hazelnut profiles without heavy, syrupy sweetness.

    This is the only gelato I had in Melbourne that was not cloyingly sweet

    Lester
  • Pure Color and Natural Ingredients

    The counter rejects fluorescent food colorings in favor of naturally sourced regional components like Bronte pistachios.

    No silly colours and authentic gelato flavours that are simply amazing.

    Richard Tu
  • Refreshing Post-Dinner Reset

    Bright, citrusy combinations like yogurt, avocado, and lime provide a palate-cleansing finish after a hearty CBD meal.

    the greasiness of dinner was immediately forgotten.

    yin rou tseng
  • Prime Theatre-District Pitstop

    Located right across from Parliament and moments from the Princess Theatre, it offers a swift, high-quality dessert stop during show nights.

    It's also very close to the Princess theatre so we love to visit during the intermission of shows!

    Michelle To
  • Artisanal Rotating Flavors

    Inventive seasonal combinations such as ricotta with olive oil showcase culinary innovation beyond standard gelateria offerings.

    Lovely, unusual flavours. ‘Ricotta, lemon and olive oil’ for one!

    Eric von Nida
  • Exquisite Fior di Latte Soft Serve

    Masterful execution extends to velvety soft serve and finely tempered churns kept in authentic pozzetti tubs.

    "Fior di Latte" - genuinely the best soft serve I've ever had.

    Ariana Cozens

Other favorites

Complementary fruit sorbets, classic confectionery scoops, and seasonal Italian creations beyond the signature roster

  • Strawberry Mascarpone

    The strawberry marscapone is exquisite and has a delicate flavour.

    Ariana Cozens
  • Watermelon, Mint & Lime Sorbet

    Watermelon, mint & lime sorbet is delicious too!

    Ariana Cozens
  • Salted Caramel Gelato

    The salted caramel has just the right amount of salt with the tiniest hint of bitterness in caramel sweetness.

    Richard Tu
  • Panettone Gelato

    A beautiful, creamy gelato positively infused with the essence of a classic panettone.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are there dairy-free or vegan options available?

Gelateria Primavera offers non-dairy and vegan-friendly options, including fruit sorbets like mango and raspberry as well as dairy-free dark chocolate.

What are the most popular gelato flavours to order?

Pistachio di Bronte is the house signature, alongside classic fior di latte, salted caramel, and rotating seasonal creations such as fruit sorbets and panettone.

Can you sit inside, or is it takeaway only?

Yes. Gelateria Primavera is located at the front of Spring Street Grocer, offering both takeaway scoops and a cosy indoor space to sit with gelato and coffee.

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