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Pidapipó Laboratorio Fitzroy

429-431 Brunswick St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

Recommended by 68 people

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429-431 Brunswick St, Fitzroy VIC 3065, Australia

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HoursMonday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Pidapipó Laboratorio Fitzroy

Pidapipó Laboratorio on Brunswick Street is the late-night dessert move in Fitzroy. Gelato churned with proper mantecazione yields a remarkably dense, smooth texture without feeling heavy. Dessert devotees line up for the pure pistachio—spun straight from nut butter with zero dairy—or classic Fior di Latte topped from four flowing chocolate taps. The real draw remains the laboratory's rotating drops: think lemon cream with buttery shortcrust pastry and poppy seeds, Korean-inspired watermelon makgeolli, or peanut butter laced with miso caramel.

  • Rotating Lab Flavours: Features experimental monthly creations like lemon cream with shortcrust pastry and watermelon makgeolli.
  • Vegan Pistachio: Churned strictly from pure nut butter for an intensely rich scoop without any dairy.
  • Flowing Chocolate Taps: Finished to order with a choice from four dedicated warm chocolate taps.
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Why Choose Pidapipó Laboratorio Fitzroy

Why dessert lovers and late-night diners make the trip to Pidapipó Laboratorio in Fitzroy

  • Pure Pistachio Butter Vegan Gelato

    Pidapipó Laboratorio serves pure pistachio gelato made without dairy compromise that rivals traditional whole-milk recipes in richness and body.

    It is quite likely the best pistachio ice cream you will ever taste, vegan or otherwise.

    nozzlecebon1

  • Dedicated Allergen & Coeliac Care

    The Fitzroy laboratory implements stringent allergy protocols, offering comprehensive allergen lists alongside clean scoops and fresh tubs for coeliac guests.

    Being coeliac, they were able to use a new scoop in a brand new container to reduce any risk of cross contamination.

    Lauren Arthur

  • Experimental Laboratory Flavours

    The Brunswick Street location operates as an innovation test kitchen, serving dynamic limited batches, seasonal collaborative desserts, and house chocolate goods.

    got to try plenty of unique and exclusive flavours (this is a rotating, limited menu!)

    elisa mets

  • Four Flowing Chocolate Taps

    A standout architectural and dessert fixture features multiple running taps dispensing liquid chocolate directly over scoops.

    having the choice of FOUR chocolate taps even better

    A L G

  • The Essential Late-Night Dinner Finale

    A fixture of Fitzroy's night scene, the shop serves late dessert crowds finishing dining excursions along Brunswick Street.

    Came here for dessert one night after dinner. A line around the corner, and it's definitely worth the wait.

    Timinmelbourne

  • Convenient Walk-and-Go Strolls

    Designed with intimate indoor standing room and rapid service, the space caters to takeaway cones and tubs ideal for evening walks.

    The lab is a “to-go” experience as it only seats 4-5 people inside and no outside seating.

    Good Food Good Mood

The most celebrated handcrafted gelato scoops at the Fitzroy laboratory.

  • Vegan Pistachio

    Buy the vegan pistachio flavour, there is no need to try anything else. It is quite likely the best pistachio ice cream you will ever taste, vegan or otherwise.

    nozzlecebon1

  • Bacio

    Bacio (hazelnut + chocolate) is an absolute MUST TRY. No debate.

    Panasorn Nithiworanan

  • Hazelnut

    The classic hazelnut was creamy and very smooth with a sweet and rich nutty flavour; probably my favourite hazelnut gelato.

    Barry

  • Fior Di Latte

    The Fior De Latte is exceptional & the Peach Cream with Peach Jam special is next level.

    Noah Checkle

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful operational details and distinctive touches at Pidapipó Laboratorio Fitzroy

  • Dedicated Coeliac Allergy Protocol

    Staff provide meticulous allergy care for guests with coeliac disease by scooping from a fresh container using a brand-new scoop to prevent cross-contamination.

  • Four Flowing Chocolate Taps

    Visitors can finish their gelato scoops with chocolate dispensed directly from four dedicated in-house taps.

  • Retro-Futuristic Lab Atmosphere

    The Fitzroy laboratory sets a distinctive ambiance with dark, retro and coloured lighting that gives the scoop counter a futuristic mood.

  • In-House Specialty Chocolates & Cakes

    Beyond traditional scoops, the laboratory crafts house-made chocolate bars, caramel jars, and specialty celebration cakes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there dine-in seating available?

Seating is minimal, with just a few window high chairs inside and no outdoor seating, making it primarily a walk-up and takeaway spot. Takeout is available.

How does the shop handle gluten-free and vegan dietary requirements?

Staff can provide an extensive allergen breakdown for gluten-free and nut-free choices, and can use a fresh scoop and new container to avoid cross-contamination. Dedicated dairy-free options include a popular vegan pistachio gelato made with pure pistachio butter.

When are lines and wait times longest?

Lines frequently build up outside in the evenings, whereas afternoon visits generally have little to no wait. Limited counter staffing and a compact entrance can also add to queue times during busy periods.

What parking is available nearby?

Yes, free street parking is located directly across from the shop for 15-minute stops, with two-hour free spaces situated further along the street.

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