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09/09/2026
A few more behind the scenes from our 20-year birthday shoot at Gelato Mania head office. ๐ฅ๐ฆ
These are the moments you donโt always see. The setup, the laughter, the retakes, the creative chaos, and the team bringing our 20-year celebration to life!
08/09/2026
What it looks like when both brothers are in town for a campaign shoot ๐ Should we give them a reality show?
06/09/2026
Twenty years ago, we opened a door. But we never opened it alone.
Behind every scoop, there have been people who chose to stay- through the quiet days, the uncertain years, and everything in between.
Thandi. Esihle. Thobisa. Alan. Alex. Maria. Taariq.
And to everyone whose name isnโt here but whose fingerprints are all over these twenty years, this is for you too.
06/09/2026
how it started โ how itโs going ๐จ
One counter in Hermanus, 2006. The journey hasnโt been easy. As we celebrate 20 years, itโs worth stopping to look at how far weโve come ๐ฅน
02/09/2026
You can now find our Flavour of the Month in stores!
Look out for our brand-new โFlavour of the Monthโ tag, placed right inside the gelato to make it easy to spot.
This birthday month, itโs Pino Pinguino Supreme! ๐ฅณ
01/09/2026
Two decades of gelato, one very good reason to make our most loved flavour even richer ๐ง
Introducing Pino Pinguino Supreme- Hazelnut cream gelato with a Nutella mousse, Nutella crumble & Nutella chocolate on top.
Available for the month of September across all branches.
31/08/2026
๐ช๐โ๐ฅ๐ ๐๐๐ฉ๐๐ก๐ ๐๐ช๐๐ฌ ๐ฅ๐ฎ๐ฌ,๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ฌ ๐๐๐ฆ๐!
For 20 years, youโve made Gelato Mania part of your story- from birthday celebrations and family outings to first dates, post-beach cones, and those โjust becauseโ scoops. ๐ฆ
Two decades of sweet moments, shared smiles, and memories weโll always cherish. Hereโs to all the moments weโve shared- and all the sweet memories still to come.
So, to celebrate our 20th birthday, weโre giving one lucky supporter R20,000 in cash! ๐
๐๐ผ๐ ๐๐ผ ๐ฒ๐ป๐๐ฒ๐ฟ:
๐ฆ Follow
๐ฆ Comment on our instagram post with your favourite Gelato Mania memory from the past 20 years
๐ฆ Tag someone youโd love to share a gelato with
๐ฆ Sign up to our newsletter using the link in our bio or Instagram Story
No catch. Just a genuine thank you for being part of our journey.
The winner will be selected randomly and contacted via DM only via this account. Entries are only valid once all four steps have been completed.
20 years. One family. One standard.
๐ง๐ฒ๐ฟ๐บ๐ & ๐๐ผ๐ป๐ฑ๐ถ๐๐ถ๐ผ๐ป๐:
โ The competition is open to South African residents only.
โ Participants must be 18 years or older to enter.
โ Entries are valid only during the month of September 2026. Winner announced 1 October 2026.
โ To qualify, participants must complete all required entry steps.
โ The winner will be selected randomly from all valid entries.
โ The winner must comply with all competition requirements before the prize is awarded.
30/08/2026
A recipe. A young family. Twenty years.
No franchises. No shortcuts. No letting go.
Built by our parents. Carried by us- one scoop at a time.
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20 Years. One Family. One Standard.
28/08/2026
Perfect for the cup over cone lovers, a 2 scoop combination of yoghurt berry crunch and turkish delight! ๐คค
25/08/2026
Thereโs nothing better than gelato cake optionsโจ
Shopping them online has been made easy! Just click the link in our bio and order yours today! ๐๐จ
22/08/2026
๐ Gelato Mania Eastgate
20/08/2026
Need a 3-scoop recommendation?
Try Pistachio, Chocolate & Stracciatella together and let us know what you think. We have a feeling this trio might become your new favourite. ๐๐ค
18/08/2026
Currently on repeat: this Oreo BTS. ๐ช๐ฅ
12/08/2026
We really didnโt see that one coming ๐คญ
SOLD OUT in just 3 days. You guys blow us away everytime.
Are you ready for the restock? ๐ช๐จ
11/08/2026
Weโve restocked (by a lot) one of your all-time favouritesโฆ Lindor by Lindt South Africa ๐ซ๐ค
Address
V & A Waterfront
Cape Town
8001
To get to the gelateria and gelato shop at V & A Waterfront in Cape Town, you can take a bus or train to the V & A Waterfront station. From there, walk towards the main entrance of the shopping center and follow the signs for "Food Court". The gelato shop will be located inside.
If you are driving, head towards the V & A Waterfront and follow the signs for parking. Once parked, walk towards the main entrance of the shopping center and follow the signs for "Food Court". The gelato shop will be located inside.
Please note that these directions are for a gelateria and gelato shop located within V & A Waterfront in Cape Town, but do not specifically mention Gelato Mania.
Opening Hours
| Monday |
09:00 - 22:30 |
| Tuesday |
09:00 - 22:30 |
| Wednesday |
09:00 - 22:30 |
| Thursday |
09:00 - 22:30 |
| Friday |
09:00 - 22:30 |
| Saturday |
09:00 - 22:30 |
| Sunday |
09:00 - 22:30 |
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What people say
Gelato Mania at V & A Waterfront in Cape Town is a must-visit for anyone with a sweet tooth. With their flagship store boasting a magical ambiance, stepping into Gelato Mania feels like entering a world of pure indulgence. The gelateria offers an extensive range of flavors that are sure to satisfy any craving, and their limited edition flavors such as Cupid's Kiss are not to be missed. Gelato Mania also offers custom gelato cakes for special occasions, making celebrations even sweeter. Their Green Point store is the perfect pit stop after a race or cycling event, and their pre-match or post-match gelatos are ideal for supporting the Stormers. The friendly and attentive staff, including Alice, Sharon, Anathi, Zandile, Yonela & Kelly at your service will make your visit even more enjoyable. Don't forget to take home some of their delicious gelato in 500g or 1kg tubs to enjoy later!
