One of Australia's most beloved gelato chains is continuing its West Australian expansion, with a brand new store slated to open its doors in a popular inner-city suburb before the month is out.
Sweet Expansion for Perth's Gelato Scene
Gelato Messina will officially launch its third WA outlet at 741 Newcastle Street in Leederville in late January 2026. This strategic move follows the successful establishment of its first two parlours in Highgate and Victoria Park, the latter having opened just last year. The decision to plant its flag in Leederville was a deliberate one, with the Messina team citing the suburb's vibrant and well-established food culture as a key drawcard.
What to Expect at the New Leederville Parlour
Fans of the artisan gelato brand can look forward to the full Messina experience. The new store will house the signature cabinet displaying 40 different flavours at any given time. This includes 35 of the brand's perennial classic favourites, alongside five special weekly creations that rotate to offer constant variety.
Beyond the scoop counter, the location will also offer Messina's renowned gelato cakes, jars of their housemade dulce de leche, and a range of branded merchandise for the ultimate fan.
An Exclusive Flavour Launch to Celebrate
To mark the grand opening, Messina has crafted a special flavour that will be exclusive to the Leederville store. The creation is a blood orange sorbet, swirled with creamy vanilla gelato and pieces of masala-soaked brioche. It's a bold and innovative combination designed to celebrate the new location's debut.
In a further bid to welcome the local community, the company is offering an opening week incentive. Customers who download the Messina app will receive double points on all purchases made during the store's first seven days of trade. This reflects the brand's stated commitment to growing its presence neighbourhood by neighbourhood, a strategy bolstered by the strong local support its existing WA stores have received.
The opening solidifies Leederville's status as a premier destination for food lovers in Perth and offers locals a new, high-quality spot for a sweet treat.
