Little ‘Lato ( Milford & Hamilton )

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Little 'Lato is a multi-award-winning boutique artisan gelato producer based in New Zealand that crafts authentic Italian-style gelato, sorbets, and plant-based alternatives completely from scratch. Founded by gelato fanatic Hannah Wood, the brand has accumulated over 120 industry awards, including multiple Supreme Champion titles. Little 'Lato is highly celebrated for combining traditional Italian texturisation techniques with playful, boundary-pushing flavour innovations.

Features

Outdoor seating

Good for

Date night, Good for studying

Tags

Date, Dessert, gelato, Ice Cream

What people say

9 written reviews · 4 stars and up · from Google

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  Andy ZY

  4 weeks ago· Milford

  Date of visit - Saturday 10th October 2026 Opening Day: ~2:57pm Excellent service! Welcome to Milford! Great gelato! 😍😍😍🥳 Will update the review a long the way 👍. Best wishes! Andy

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  Jude W

  4 months ago· Hamilton East

  The most delicious gelato in the Waikato! Little Lato is a premium experience, set in the beautiful Made location, so you can enjoy your gelato inside overlooking the river views, or outside in the sun in the outdoor dining area. I never find I have to wait long to be served, and the servers are always extra lovely- friendly and welcoming. There are always new flavours so it is fun to try the new offerings, as well as having the reliable regular flavours. Little Lato is accommodating to vegans - there are an abundance of offerings. There are also clearly listed allergies. The only improvement that could be made, would be a loyalty card ;)

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  Paul

  3 weeks ago· Milford

  Delicious, big serving, great price especially considering the quality

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  Shramina Shrestha

  4 months ago· Hamilton East

  I was never a fan of gelato, but the gelato here is great. Now I go for gelato over ice cream. The pistachio flavour was very good, and the waffle cone was crisp. A single scoop was huge. It made my inner child happy.😊😊

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  David Choi

  2 weeks ago· Milford

  Great selection of flavours and the shop was very tidy too. Great service from the Filipino worker - please give him a promotion

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  Rose Simons

  6 months ago· Hamilton East

  Absolutely loved my experience at Little Lato! I was greeted with such friendly service from Dhyana, she was super smiley, helpful, and gave us some amazing flavour recommendations, and they did not disappoint! The ice cream itself was absolutely delicious, especially the plum and raspberry sorbet, and the service overall was amazing. Huge 5 stars to Dhyana for her outstanding customer service, and 5 stars to Little Lato for the incredible gelato and experience. Would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for amazing ice cream in Hamilton, and we’ll definitely be back!