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Best Ice Cream Shops in Kano

In Kano, Kano State, the 18 ice cream shops we list are led by Cold Stone / Dominos Pizza, which holds a 4.2-star rating from 562 reviews. Frosty pops kano is close behind with 4.3 stars, though from fewer reviews at 217. Dairy Fresh Restaurant has the largest review base in the set at 885 reviews, but its rating sits at 4 stars. The gap between the most-reviewed and the highest-rated shows that a larger sample does not always mean a higher score.

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As of September 2026, Ranked lists 18 ice cream shops in Kano, Nigeria, ranked by review sentiment, reputation and verified activity, never by payment.

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Cold Stone / Dominos Pizza
74.0/ 100
4.24.2 out of 5 stars565 reviews₦₦
1 Bompai Rd, Fagge, Kano 700213, Kano, Nigeria
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Why ranked #1? ▾
Google rating80
Review volume92
Review recency50
Profile completeness100
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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Recent reviews
jose T. ★★★★★ : I stopped by to grab pizza and ice cream, and the experience was good. My order was prepared on time and tasted fresh. The environment was calm and comfortable. Customer service was friendly throughout my visit.
Mukul L. ★★★★★ : Worse cheesy bready ever tasted in any domino's outlet
2
Frosty pops kano
73.2/ 100
4.34.3 out of 5 stars221 reviews
4 Ibrahim natsugune road, Kawo, Kano 700213, Kano, Nigeria
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Why ranked #2? ▾
Google rating83
Review volume78
Review recency60
Profile completeness100
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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AMAKA B. ★★★★★ : Did not even believe some where like this is in kano, they have all my fav popsicles nd tea Oh my goodness, 😍 I love this place !!!
Tahir F. ★★★★★ : The best place I've ever been in! The decoration is bloody awesome! I would recommend it!
3
Yogurberry
65.7/ 100
4.24.2 out of 5 stars132 reviews₦₦
15 Ahmadu Bello, GRA, Kano 700213, Kano, Nigeria
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Why ranked #3? ▾
Google rating80
Review volume71
Review recency51
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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Muhammad S. ★★★★★ : New location, Nice service, Sweet for a first date idea
Isabella O. ★★★★★ : I love the serenity and aesthetics, but unfortunately the day I visited they didn't have a chef to make small chops and other finger foods, that's not encouraging though and I hope the management take measures to have a chef. But they have great flavours of ice-cream 👍and there are outdoor seats if you won't be bothered by the noisy traffic of Kano especially in the evenings.
4
Rufaida Drinks
62.1/ 100
4.24.2 out of 5 stars72 reviews
L. G, Abdullahi Wase Rd, Kofar Kabuga, Kano 700241, Kano, Nigeria
Review analysis
Offers a wide variety of yoghurt flavors and fura, plus snacks like shawarma and pizza.
- yoghurt varieties
- fura
- shawarma
- friendly staff
- dairy products
- snacks
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Why ranked #4? ▾
Google rating80
Review volume62
Review recency9
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment88
Verification0
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M. A. ★★★★★ : I love Rufaida Drinks, especially the many varieties of yogurts and their different minerals, pizza and shawarma, they are very nice.
Muhammad A. ★★★★★ : Yesterday i was there with my friends, those are the things that are available in rufaida yoghurt Delicious ice cream and special bread and special shawarma and special fura all are available in rufaida
5
Havilah Ice Cream Kano
61.4/ 100
4.04.0 out of 5 stars534 reviews
106 Zoo Rd, Albasa, Kano 700103, Kano, Nigeria
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Why ranked #5? ▾
Google rating73
Review volume91
Review recency1
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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Recent reviews
Hannafi B. ★★★★★ : It has a variety of ice cream too choose great.
6
Rufaidah Yoghurt
61.0/ 100
4.34.3 out of 5 stars137 reviews₦₦
Plot 4, Zoo Rd, opp. Paedriatic Hospital, Albasa, Kano 700103, Kano, Nigeria
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Why ranked #6? ▾
Google rating83
Review volume71
Review recency5
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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ZAIN M. ★★★★★ : The different flavours of yogurt are amazing 🤩. There are other condiments that compliment the yogurt. I liked the yogurt
Abdurrahman S. ★★★★★ : Rufaida Yoghurt have one of the most clean and hygienic environment, their products are good and their staff are customer friendly 😀
7
Cold Stone Creamery Kano
60.2/ 100
4.24.2 out of 5 stars37 reviews₦₦
Grand Central Hotel Kano, Bompai Rd, GRA, Kano 700213, Kano, Nigeria
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Why ranked #7? ▾
Google rating80
Review volume53
Review recency42
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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Stephen C. ★★★★★ : One of the best places to get an amazing ice-cream for relaxation.
Finbarr A. ★★★★★ : Wonderful Customer service experience and a nice bar
8
Flakes
58.7/ 100
3.93.9 out of 5 stars375 reviews₦₦
XHJ5+8CP, Magajin Rumfa Rd, Giginyu, Kano 700102, Kano, Nigeria
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Why ranked #8? ▾
Google rating69
Review volume86
Review recency2
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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Basmah S. ★★★★★ : Me and my friend really enjoyed the moment we've spent at flakes. The ice cream and their environment was okay. The ice cream paint hanged on the wall was so creative and the write ups were amazing.
9
Cold Stone Creamery Zoo Road Kano
58.6/ 100
4.14.1 out of 5 stars48 reviews₦₦
66 Zoo Rd, beside Fidelity Bank, Albasa, Kano 700101, Kano, Nigeria
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Why ranked #9? ▾
Google rating77
Review volume56
Review recency7
Profile completeness100
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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Prince J ★★★★★ : Nice as always. Located along zoo road in Kano 😋
Salisu H. ★★★★★ : I knew this place , I have been in the place one in my life time last two weeks , I went their and I bought 3 scoop of ice cream , vanilla, strawberry, and banana it so tasty and it very sweet , I like the ice cream and my children too like it alot they even want me to take them to the place , and very soon i will come again , their workers serve their customers respectfully and politely, their prices is unique, it is very cheap i like them alot
10
Valentino Ice cream
55.9/ 100
4.44.4 out of 5 stars19 reviews
XGGP+HR2, Zoo Rd, Albasa, Kano 700101, Kano, Nigeria
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Why ranked #10? ▾
Google rating86
Review volume43
Review recency61
Profile completeness0
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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Tsoho S. ★★★★★ : Ice cream palace though expensive
Muatapha A. ★★★★★ : Only sugary ice cream, am diabetes not interested in this place
11
Candy Island
54.2/ 100
5.05.0 out of 5 stars1 reviews
Lamido Cresent, Nassarawa, Kano 700213, Kano, Nigeria
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Why ranked #11? ▾
Google rating95
Review volume10
Review recency56
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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12
Popsicle Ville
50.9/ 100
4.04.0 out of 5 stars4 reviews
Badawa Layout Road, Giginyu, Kano 700214, Kano, Nigeria
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Why ranked #12? ▾
Google rating73
Review volume23
Review recency19
Profile completeness100
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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Recent reviews
Coach A. ★★★★★ : This is the real definition of I am coming back for more..I recommend everyday all day
Surayya S. ★★★★★ : Absolutely worth the hype! I’ve bought their popsicles more than a couple of times and enjoyed every single one of them. All were very sweet and would definitely go back for more, again.. and again.
13
Valentino IceCream
49.9/ 100
5.05.0 out of 5 stars2 reviews
2H26+8G3, Kawo, Kano 700213, Kano, Nigeria
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Why ranked #13? ▾
Google rating95
Review volume16
Review recency38
Profile completeness0
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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14
Valentino Ice Cream
49.3/ 100
4.14.1 out of 5 stars7 reviews
XHQ2+3CJ, Lodge Rd, Nassarawa, Kano 962101, Kano, Nigeria
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Why ranked #14? ▾
Google rating77
Review volume30
Review recency61
Profile completeness0
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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Recent reviews
Jesse O. ★★★★★ : Not much to say about it. Had a lot of expectations but it wasn't met, Boba tea was okay. Snacks not so much cause I had the special meat pie on display.
Muhammad K. ★★★★★ : This is one of the good ice cream shops in Kano. They have a large variety of flavours. My personal favourite food item would be the Kiwi popsicle. But the other day, my father went to get Popsicles as takeaway, but they ran out of packaging bags. Thus, they decided to give them wrapped in foil, as you can see in the picture that I posted. I was really disappointed at this.
15
Dee’s Ice Cream
46.8/ 100
4.54.5 out of 5 stars2 reviews
2H28+WPC, Giginyu, Kano 700213, Kano, Nigeria
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Why ranked #15? ▾
Google rating88
Review volume16
Review recency35
Profile completeness0
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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16
Icepops
46.6/ 100
3.63.6 out of 5 stars17 reviews
75 Lamido Rd, Kawo, Kano 700213, Kano, Nigeria
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Why ranked #16? ▾
Google rating55
Review volume42
Review recency56
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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Recent reviews
Ummisalam_ E. ★★★★★ : Hard to locate Aesthetic 8/10 Taste ? Disappointed Loved the ice cream n popsicle but the waffles needs alot of work
Amina R. ★★★★★ : The directions on the map are a bit confusing. Overall, didn't like the waffle bubble cones. i think the waffles were too hot so the ice cream melted too fast. it was dripping all over us because the wrapping paper they put it in isnt leak proof also. Their popsicles are REALLY good though
17
Gelato
30.8/ 100
3.03.0 out of 5 stars3 reviews
8 Lafia Rd, Nassarawa, Kano 700213, Kano, Nigeria
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Why ranked #17? ▾
Google rating27
Review volume20
Review recency57
Profile completeness33
Review sentiment50
Verification0
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Recent reviews
David O. ★★★★★ : Calmness and nice. Location is very easy to find.
ahmad R. ★★★★★ : If you're in Kano and craving that familiar, quick-service burger-and-fries experience similar to McDonald's, Gelato is a reliable spot to hit. Located in a busy part of the city, it's always buzzing with energy, making for a lively atmosphere. I ordered their classic cheeseburger meal with a side of fries and a cold soft drink. The burger was satisfying—a decent-sized patty with fresh lettuce, a slice of tomato, and their special sauce, all held together by a soft bun. It hit the spot perfectly. The fries were the real highlight for me; they were crispy, well-salted, and tasted great with a splash of ketchup. The service was reasonably fast, especially considering how crowded it can get. The dining area was clean and the air conditioning was a welcome relief from the Kano heat. While the menu doesn't have the global brand recognition of a McDonald's, it offers a very similar vibe with a few local twists, like their "Gelato Special Burger" which has a bit of a spicier kick. For the price, you get good value. It's not gourmet dining, but for a quick, tasty, and affordable meal that the whole family can enjoy, Gelato definitely delivers. I'll be back to try their ice cream desserts next time
18
Dairy Fresh Restaurant
71.3/ 100
4.04.0 out of 5 stars886 reviews₦₦
18 Alu Ave, GRA, Kano 700282, Kano, Nigeria
Review analysis
Offers a relaxing garden VIP section with fresh fruits and dairy products.
- great service
- delicious yogurt
- relaxing garden
- fresh fruits
- small shawarma
- oily small chops
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Why ranked #18? ▾
Google rating73
Review volume98
Review recency42
Profile completeness67
Review sentiment78
Verification0
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Recent reviews
Muhammad S. ★★★★★ : My amazing wife and I just finished a meal, and it was truly remarkable. The white rice with roasted chicken was perfectly cooked, tender, flavorful, and satisfying. We rounded off with a chilled yoghurt, which was refreshing and delicious. A special thanks to Emmanuel and Jealous for their outstanding customer service. They were courteous, attentive, and made our dining experience even more enjoyable. Excellent food, warm atmosphere, and top-notch service. It's definitely a place we’ll love to visit again!
Mohammed H. ★★★★★ : Great service. Great food with a large variety. Relaxing garden to sit and eat. Good for get togethers

What the data shows for ice cream shops in Kano

Counted from every ice cream shop ranked in Kano, Kano State, not only the ones shown above.

Ranked: 18
With 5+ reviews: 13
Rated 4.5 or higher: 3
Median reviews: 43
Phone listed: 13 of 18
Opening hours listed: 13 of 18

13 of the 18 ice cream shops ranked in Kano have five or more Google reviews, and between them they carry 3,062 reviews.

Of the 18, 3 score 4.5 or higher, 12 sit between 4.0 and 4.4 and 3 are below 4.0.

The median ice cream shop here has 43 reviews.

Dairy Fresh Restaurant has the most, 886 at 4.0, followed by Cold Stone / Dominos Pizza (565) and Havilah Ice Cream Kano (534).

13 list a phone number, 5 a website and 13 opening hours; 12 have a photo on file.

On Google's price scale 7 are marked inexpensive or moderate; the other 11 carry no price marker.

Across the 27 Nigerian cities where Ranked publishes ice cream shops, the median city lists 15; Kano has 18, more than the median.

The most recent Google review we hold for this set is from March 2026.

Source: Ranked directory database, counted at publish time. Full statistics.

Frequently asked questions

Which ice cream shop in Kano has the highest rating?

Frosty pops kano has the highest rating among the shops at 4.3 stars, based on 217 reviews. Cold Stone / Dominos Pizza and Yogurberry both have 4.2 stars, with 562 and 132 reviews respectively.

How many ice cream shops are listed for Kano?

we list 18 ice cream shops in Kano, Kano State. The list includes Cold Stone / Dominos Pizza, Frosty pops kano, Dairy Fresh Restaurant, Yogurberry, and Rufaida Drinks, among others.

Why does Dairy Fresh Restaurant have a lower rating than Frosty pops kano?

Dairy Fresh Restaurant has a 4-star rating from 885 reviews, while Frosty pops kano has 4.3 stars from 217 reviews. The difference may reflect the larger review base at Dairy Fresh, but ratings are based on customer feedback and can vary for many reasons.

Are the ratings reliable when some shops have few reviews?

Ratings with fewer reviews, such as Rufaida Drinks with 72 reviews, are less statistically robust than those with hundreds of reviews. A 4.2 from 72 reviews is not as reliable as a 4.2 from 562 reviews. Treat smaller samples with caution.

How is the order of the list determined?

The order reflects a combination of factors, including the average rating, the number of reviews, and the recency of those reviews. Shops with more reviews and higher ratings tend to appear higher, but the list is not a simple ranking by rating alone.

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