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Kenny Lover

796 High St, Thornbury VIC 3071, Australia

Recommended by 64 people

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796 High St, Thornbury VIC 3071, Australia

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+61 405 032 942
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: Closed Wednesday: Closed Thursday: Closed Friday: Closed Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Kenny Lover

Thornbury locals head to Kenny Lover for small-batch scoops paired with piping hot chips. Inside, orange walls, long couches, and a 70s-inspired vibe set the stage for sweet-and-salty experiments. Scoop counters rotate daring profiles with natural depth—think wattleseed tiramisu, pumpkin white chocolate, or couch crumbs packed with smashed lollies and crisps. Lighter cravings lean toward citrusy lemon myrtle and mango sorbet or non-milky watermelon. Even the samplers arrive on mismatched vintage teaspoons before you dunk crunchy fries straight into silky gelato.

  • Daring Flavour Profiles: House-churned scoops feature unconventional profiles like wattleseed tiramisu, pumpkin white chocolate, and couch crumbs.
  • Ice Cream & Hot Chips: Piping hot chips arrive crisp and salty, ready to dip directly into silky scoops.
  • 70s Parlour Atmosphere: Burnt-orange walls, retro couches, and reusable vintage souvenir spoons shape the nostalgic interior.
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Why Choose Kenny Lover

Discover how Kenny Lover pairs daring sweet-and-salty treats with vibrant retro hospitality.

  • Hot Chips Paired with Ice Cream

    Hot, crunchy chips paired with ice cream deliver a daring sweet-and-salty combination that sets Kenny Lover apart from standard parlours.

    Ice cream and hot chips, what a perfect combo!

    Jessica Lam

  • Wild Unconventional Flavours

    Formulations feature daring botanical and savory blends like wattleseed tiramisu and pumpkin white choc for adventurous palates.

    Their flavours can sound daring but they’re delicious.

    Skaftafell Mouse

  • Retro Parlour Gathering Space

    Orange walls, vintage decor, and long couches evoke a distinctive 60s and 70s hangout atmosphere perfect for socializing.

    You're greeted with an almost 70s style vibe with the orange walls and decor and text on the menu

    Amelia Cerra

  • Memorable Atmospheric Backdrop

    Distinctive interior styling and photo walls make the venue an engaging spot to capture memories with friends.

    Kenny Lover is simply brilliant in ice cream and its decor is unique to visit.

    Kosta Kambo

  • Refreshing Non-Milky Sorbets

    Fresh fruit sorbets such as watermelon provide a vibrant, lighter alternative for guests seeking refreshing, dairy-free options.

    Would strongly recommend it if you’re looking for something non-milky.

    N C

  • Vintage Collectible Taster Spoons

    Flavour sampling is elevated with reusable collectible teaspoons, adding a charming sustainable touch to your visit.

    I love the fact that the tasters were vintage collectable teaspoons, so totally reusable and a cute touch

    Jessica Lam

Fan-favorite scoops, refreshing sorbets, and savory pairings

  • Hot chips

    with the crunchy and tasty chips to dip it made the perfect combo!!!!!

    Jessica Lam

  • Wattleseed tiramisu

    Below is wattleseed tiramisu & pumpkin white choc.

    Skaftafell Mouse

  • Watermelon sorbet

    Both were great but the watermelon sorbet was amazing! Would strongly recommend it if you’re looking for something non-milky.

    N C

  • Popcorn and caramel fudge

    the popcorn and caramel fudge options and they were absolutely Devine

    Jessica Lam

Before you head over

Tips for navigating Kenny Lover's unconventional flavours and hot chip pairings

  • Dip Hot Chips Directly

    Order a side of hot, crunchy chips specifically to dip into ice cream like toasted rice or popcorn caramel fudge for a classic sweet and salty pairing.

  • Opt for Fruit Sorbets Post-Meal

    If you are full from dinner or want a dairy-free dessert, choose light options like the watermelon sorbet, coconut mango rice pudding, or citrusy lemon myrtle.

  • Ask Staff About Wild Flavours

    Don't hesitate to ask staff to explain daring, unconventional combinations—like couch crumbs or pumpkin white choc—before sampling with reusable vintage teaspoons.

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