Food: 5 Service: 5 Ambiance: 5 I stopped by Benedetto Gelato in Riverside, located in the Farmhouse Collective area, after a hike when I was looking for something sweet--and I'm so glad I did. As soon as I walked in, I was greeted right away. The service was incredibly friendly and helpful, and they were very patient while I took my time deciding (everything looked so good!). I was able to sample a few flavors, and the mascarpone raspberry absolutely blew me away--honestly one of the most delicious gelatos I've ever had. Of course, I had to order it! I also tried the Belgium chocolate chip cookie and asked for it to be warmed up--which is exactly how you should get it. It makes it taste freshly baked and really elevates the experience. While it was definitely tasty, it leaned more toward a cake-like texture, and I personally prefer a more classic chewy cookie . The shop itself is super cute--very aesthetic, light, bright, and colorful. It has such a welcoming and quaint vibe. You can also enjoy your treats outside and people-watch around the Farmhouse Collective, which makes the whole experience even better. Overall, I highly recommend this spot. Friendly service, amazing gelato, and a great atmosphere. I'll definitely be back! read more

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Cutest Spot! First time in this little shopping village and came to Benedetto Gelato specifically for the "Biscotto PB & Mermellatta" which is basically a PB&J Cookie. While there, I also got the "Biscotto Belga" (Belgium Chocolate Chip Cookie), and Cookies and Cream Gelato to take home. Sanya is who helped me and she was super sweet and informative. The location is super cute, small, and clean - and the prices are what you'd expect. * The PB&J was absolutely delicious. It's served warm - DELICIOUS! My only input is more jam! Either in it or on the side for those who want to add more to each bite. * The Belgium Chocolate Chip Cookie was good. Soft and flavorful. I haven't had any of the gelato yet, but I'm sure it's going to be just perfect. I do anticipate coming back to this shop, but also to check out the little village it's in - The Farmhouse Collective. read more

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We went to Benedetto Gelato this evening and the line consisted of AT LEAST 40 people! So listened to the awesome Latin Music and enjoyed watching people dance, while patiently waiting for our gelato line to lessen! We were NOT disappointed and the WAIT WAS WORTH EVERY SPOONFUL! My daughter and I shared the MASCARPONE & FRUTTI DI BOSCO and BISCOFF CHEESECAKE, and were in awe of the authentic taste we experienced! It was like biting into a memory of our Summer in Italy, waiting for the next sunrise to try a new gelato shop! Now, minus the long air flight, we get to drive a few miles away and try a new flavor! Thank you Benedetto Gelato, for making your home in Riverside! Che Delizia! read more

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Delicious gelato! I got the tiramisu and stracciatella flavors. The tiramisu was good but a bit too sweet for me. I liked the stracciatella more as it was less heavy. The staff were very nice and helped us try as many flavors as we wanted before deciding on what to order. There isn't any indoor seating but there are some benches and tables outdoors. I have to say though, the price was a bit outrageous for such a small cup of ice cream read more

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Absolutely amazing service from Andres! Got to sample a few flavors as a first timer and these flavors were bomb! Mascarpone and berries had a fresh yet velvety sweetness that is a must try. The caramel cappuccino had a legit and strong espresso kick with a touch of cinnamon. And the pistachio was rich, creamy, and full of fresh and crunchy pistachios that balanced out all the flavor combos! Ambiance is chill with plenty of outdoor seating in the Farm House Collective. read more

Benedetto Gelato - $10 for the mezzo (flavors) - Desserts Near Me - Riverside, California

This gelato spot is a gem! I tried it for the first time the other day with my Fiancée and it was honestly really good. I'm not a big fan of sweets but this spot takes the cake. I tried a lot of their flavors before deciding which one to order. We ended up getting their cookies and cream, apple pie, and vanilla as our base. It was a really good combo. Like I mentioned, I don't like sweets as much but their ice cream was so good I'd love to comeback. I definitely would recommend this spot for anyone who wants a sweet treat. Also the interior of this shop was very pretty and clean. Staff were very nice and welcoming. read more

Benedetto Gelato - Desserts Near Me - Riverside, California

It was our first time coming to the Farmhouse Collective and we were so excited to see a Gelato spot, we HAD to try it. When we walked in, they had a lot of options to choose from. We were actually stuck on which ones to get because they all looked so good. One of the women behind the counter helped us out by recommending their most popular flavors and even her own favorites. We decided to get the Biscoff, Pistachio, and Cookies and Cream, and boy let me tell you... this Gelato is SO SO GOOD!! It is super creamy but not at all thick or heavy! The flavors were really good and sweet and we fell in love with everything about it. On top of tasting AMAZING, there were also plenty of places to sit right outside and all around the spot! The lighting and music makes it such a vibe so just sit and enjoy your evening, talk with friends, and hang out with family. If you are ever near, you HAVE to try this place!!!! read more

Benedetto Gelato - Biscotto PB & Mermellata, Pistachio, & Cookies and Cream - Desserts Near Me - Riverside, California

Benedetto is a great place to get ice cream or a cookie. So far this has been my most visited place in The Farmhouse collective and one of the best place to get quality ice cream in Riverside. The shop is nice, like many shops in this complex seating is all outside. You can sample flavors and they have your traditional flavors like pistachio and cookies and cream as well as other unique flavors. Cookies are great, I thought the coffee was just okay here. Great ice cream shop to visit and one of the best in the IE. read more

Benedetto Gelato - Desserts Near Me - Riverside, California

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So good!! I went recently and got the vanilla, cookies & cream and the apple pie. Seriously so yummy. I got a size medium with 3 flavors for about $8. Staff is also so kind and let me try a few samples first before deciding. It's very bright and welcoming inside as well. I'll definitely be back soon! read more

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What a cute gelato shop with so many flavors to choose from! I knew that I wanted to save room for gelato and I was glad that I did! We were greeted when we walked in and told about their holiday flavors. As soon as I heard pumpkin caramel, I knew it was a flavor I needed to try and I am glad that I did! I was able to try it before purchasing and I was sold! I got the smallest cup they have and I did ask for just one scoop and not two scoops that they offer! I love how bright the shop is and the lights on the wall! read more

Benedetto Gelato - Desserts Near Me - Riverside, California

This is probably the highest caliber gelato I've ever had--coming from a self-proclaimed ice cream/gelato snob--and I found it in Riverside of all places. Just one block away from UC Riverside, look for the small red building that's a literal hidden gem tucked away in the Farm House Collective outdoor food hall. And the secret to why their gelato is SO dang good is because they've partnered with a world-renowned gelato chef who's basically a celebrity in the gelato trade. Everything is made from scratch, like the espresso they brew for the Cappuccino caramel flavor, and the undeniable quality of their ingredients like Belgian chocolate and pistachios imported from Italy in the Dubai chocolate gelato. Presentation is absolutely flawless, and this is the first place I've seen that can do a fancy dipped cone, but make it a cup! And this is a fire combo you have to try. Add the pistachio praline that's made in-house with the gelato, just trust me on this. The crunch, the texture, and the flavors just work so well together. A scoop of gelato starts at about 7 bucks, but you get a choice of 2 flavors and I promise, every bite is so worth it! Thanks for reading! ^-^ read more

Benedetto Gelato - Dubai chocolate gelato with pistachio dipped cone - Desserts Near Me - Riverside, California

The gelato here is so delicious and good quality with many flavors! The employees are very nice and the shop is very clean. read more

Benedetto Gelato - Desserts Near Me - Riverside, California

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Located in a cute outdoor food market, Benedetto is a great stop for dessert! The employees were generous enough to provide our group samples before purchasing! My personal favorite was the mascarpone cream which tasted like a light berry cheesecake! Although Bacio de Latte will still be my favorite gelato place in the IE, I'm glad we have a closer spot in Riverside! read more

Benedetto Gelato - Desserts Near Me - Riverside, California

One of the few places that are actually open in this area & I understand the hype of it. Their gelato is creamy yet light & rich in their flavors...though, there's only so many flavors, they are delicious since I was able to sample some of them! One downfall is the price is a bit high in my opinion...other than that, friendly customer service who gave their suggestions of what flavors I should get! I got a scoop of the mascarpone & frutti di bosco which is basically a berry cheesecake flavor; pistachio, very nutty, yet earthy, and mango passione for that tangy and fruity taste. read more

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Omg so good! Family visiting and wanting some ice cream. This is a great spot when you have visitors in town. Nice outdoor space to enjoy the day. Outdoor games and plenty of options. Service was welcoming and friendly, attentive and helpful. Sampled a few before making the final answer. Dubai chocolate of course and the hazelnut complimented each other perfectly. The cups are plenty in each serving. Clean and organized. Will definitely be back to try more of their flavors. read more

Benedetto Gelato - Desserts Near Me - Riverside, California

Gelato Worthy of a Passport Stamp We visited Benedetto Gelato this past weekend and it absolutely delivered. I had the Limonata and the Benedetto, and both were incredibly refreshing, tangy, and full of real fruit flavor. It was like summer in a cup. My daughter went with cookies & cream and strawberry, which were equally delicious. Everything tasted authentic and perfectly balanced. The shop itself is beautiful and spotless, with a fresh, modern vibe. You can tell every detail was thoughtfully designed, from the branding to the display case. But what really made the experience special was the staff. The ladies behind the counter were so friendly, welcoming, and genuinely happy to help. They offered samples, answered our questions, and made us feel right at home. We'll definitely be back, and next time, we're bringing friends. If you're in the area, Benedetto Gelato is a must. read more

Benedetto Gelato - Desserts Near Me - Riverside, California

Cute outdoor space with mall style mini pop up restaurants. The Gelato spot has great flavors ro sample, cookies, and drinks. The Affogato with Hazelnut Gelato, WOW! read more

Benedetto Gelato - Affogato with Hazelnut Gelato - Desserts Near Me - Riverside, California

I was here for the Lee Fields concert happening at the outdoor stage just outside of the Gelato shop and could SMELL the waffle cones being made here. I left during the encore because Yelp showed this place was closing in 12 minutes and they actually stayed open even after the concert ended. Got to sample a few flavors and went with a scoop of biscoff and a scoop of coffee gelato. These were normal sized scoops and I asked for them to be in a waffle cone. My first mistake was asking for 2 scoops because the gelato is RICH! I could've gone with one flavor or asked if they did split scoops. Most gelato places give you a small scop with a small flat wooden spoon, but Bendetto gives you a proper scoop. I would come back to the Farm to see more shows because I can get Benedetto Gelato immediately after the concert ends AND the smell of waffle cones in the air at a concert is so nice! read more

First thing was the delightful greeting as we walked through the door. They have a good variety of gelato and sorbet, as well as a Belgium chocolate and Dubai chocolate chip cookies. I tried the pistachio, which is always one of my faves and it was delicious. I also tried the mascarpone frutti de boscoe, which tasted like a berry cheesecake, but lighter, also delicious! The shop was clean and smelled like the waffle cones that were being made. I would for sure come back here for a treat! read more

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We found this place on a hot day and the gelato did not disappoint. I like that their flavors are clearly labeled and vegan ones have a leaf symbol. There were 4 vegan flavors today and while I really liked their vegan chocolate (reminded me of dark chocolate), we opted for Dubai Chocolate because it was so yummy. Strawberry and mango sorbet were also delicious with a good balance of tart and sweet. Prices are a little steep, but they do have a loyalty program and rotate flavors daily. This place is 4 months new with no indoor seating which is a real bummer because this is Riverside and gets really HOT. When I pay higher prices, I'd like to dine in peace and not distress. read more

Benedetto Gelato - Vegan strawberry & mango, Dubai chocolate (dairy) - Desserts Near Me - Riverside, California

Yes finally we have some good gelato in the IE! So good! Strongly recommend trying it out. I had the Belgian chocolate a classic flavor that never disappoints. The employees were working swiftly to get the constant line out the door. I was out of there within minutes. read more

Benedetto Gelato - Current Flavors - Desserts Near Me - Riverside, California

We stopped by Benedetto Gelato while visiting a small market in Riverside. We're not from the area, so it was a fun little stop to explore and try some local treats. Since it was a hot day, gelato sounded perfect. My son got the strawberry, I had the raspberry and cream, and my husband picked a mixed flavor. Everything we tried was absolutely delicious--creamy, flavorful, and refreshing. The portions were generous, especially for around $6 a scoop, and they came in large waffle cones which made it feel like a treat worth every penny. Customer service was great too--friendly and helpful. If we're ever back in Riverside, we'll definitely make a point to come back for more! read more

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Expensive, yes. Yummy, ABSOLUTELY. These days a single scoop is about $6 at your average shop, so the price here is well worth it. My favorite flavor was the Mascarpone with berries. Not too sweet, but the berries tasted so fresh. Also got the Hazelnut Crispy. Both flavors 10/10. Service was also fantastic despite only having one worker! We'll be back. read more

Benedetto Gelato - hazelnut crispy and mascarpone with berries - Desserts Near Me - Riverside, California

The interior was very clean, cool, and refreshing like their gelato. The worker was kind and let us try several samples before we settled on pistachio and mascarpone. Usually pistachio flavors are underwhelming due to its artificial flavor but theirs was nutty and creamy. The pricing is a bit high but worth it as a once in a while treat. Definitely will be back! read more

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It was a bit on the pricer side but what do you expect for gelato. The favor options were great and had a lot of unique flavors like dubai chocolate. I got a cookies & crème along with a raspberry flavor. I absolutely loved my flavors and will definitely be coming in again soon. read more

Benedetto Gelato - raspberry flavor & cookies & crème - Desserts Near Me - Riverside, California

The location is super cute and staff are friendly. There's a great variety of flavors. The fact that real Italian gelato is my comparison doesn't seem to make the review fair. The flavors are ok. The prices are a bit though. read more

The ice cream is so fire me and my boyfriend loved it since it was our first time..we're definitely coming back. The service was also great 10/10 would recommend. read more

I'll start with the good. The service was friendly and ambiance was nice. Gave me samples of almost every flavor before I made my decision. Now for my honest critique. For reference I have had the best gelato in Europe. So it has always been difficult to find good gelato in the US. TBH I'm still on the search for gelato that is on par with Italy. I came here thinking that because they have a world class winning gelato chef who developed the recipes that I was going to be blown away. Perhaps my expectations were a little high. Or maybe Maximiliano needs to come by to do a quality check and make double sure they are following the recipes he gave them. Because this was not gelato. It did not have that stringy consistency that is gelato and seemed more like regular ice cream at gelato prices. In my honest opinion you can get better quality and that delicious stringy texture from Cold Stone and they don't even advertise it as gelato! Maybe I came in on a bad day and the gelato they had wasn't made correctly. But even if that were the case, you expect consistent quality from any gelato shop any day. I wasn't blown away by the flavors either and I thought the tiramisu and pistachio gelatos had a weird almost chemically aftertaste. The fruit sorbet flavors were decent though. Hope this review helps out with overall improvement and I really hope it doesn't offend anyone. read more

Such a great little spot we didn't even know about until recently. It's tucked away near UCR in a small cluster of shops, super low-key and easy to miss. We stopped by after dinner and ended up loving it. The gelato was really good--smooth, rich, and not too sweet. I got the Cioccolato Belga, and it was amazing. Definitely one of those hidden gems I'd go back to agai read more

After the owners reply I decided to give it another go and gelato is great. My 1-star was to get the owner attention and it did.

Tiny shop but so many yummy flavors to choose from, they were super patient with samples and didn't mind us trying more than one. I'd definitely be back. read more

Amazing service! Great Gelato! Definitely coming back again. Thank you Benedetto Gelato! read more

Benedetto Gelato - Desserts Near Me - Riverside, California

Great spot- this place is a fun family night or a date night! Super friendly!! The Gelato flavors were delicious with a perfect texture! Tons of seating. Can't wait to come back & try more flavors! read more

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I had no idea this place even existed until the smell hit me walking by, it was like the gelato was literally calling me inside. And wow...I had the Tiramisu and let me tell you it was creamy, rich, and absolutely delicious. It was so good it didnt even make it to my car I was like a little kid having ice cream for the very first time. I probably had it all over my hands and face, but I didnt notice or care because it was worth every second because it was THAT delicious. On top of that, the service was wonderful--friendly, patient, and welcoming. The shop is clean, cozy, and has such a warm ambiance. Benedetto Gelato is one of those hidden gems you don't expect to find, but once you do Benedetto Gelato is a hidden, everything about it makes you just instantly fall in love with. I'm so glad I found it, and I'll definitely be back. read more

This establishment claims to close at 10pm. It was 8:20pm on a Friday night, doors locked and employee mopping ignored us.

Most delicious gelato in the IE (and possibly SoCal)! I highly recommend the Dubai chocolate and one of their newer flavors that has white chocolate, honey, and lemon. I don't recall the name but it was so good! The staff there are always welcoming and patient as I ask for samples. The inside is super clean and there is seating outside where you can eat your gelato while you enjoy the view. A great evening treat! read more

The best gelato I've ever had and so many interesting flavors. Everything was so smooth and rich and the flavors were great!

Saw some fancy type online about this place and decided to try it out last min. What I saw on instagram looked amazing well guess what? I didn't see shit because everything was out that I wanted. Wtf?!? Did fucken Jesus make the gelato to be that good and pricy?!? Nah it is not! Tf is 10 bucks for one gelato mofos are fucken trippin mane? Some of these flavors also are absolutely DIABLOCIAL!!! Also, I show up and no one is there?!? They are on break what?!! Hire another person BENEDETTO I'm sure you can afford it you are charging 10 dollars for a gelato?!! My ass was freezing while mofo took his 15 min break on the shitter! Camon man! This capitalist America fuck breaks I need my overpriced gelato?!! What is this. Place is nice tho give it that. Anyways, 5.2/10 read more

I didn't get a chance to take a photo :( but I can say it was superrrr good I got the Dubbai chocolate and the dulce de leche. The dulce was refreshing, the dubbai was really thick. I'm in love with it. It reminds me of rocky road lowkey. It's scary that this is only a 7min drive from me they have a reward system at least! I will be back soon obviously. When I come back I'll have to take a picture. read more

Phenomenal gelato. Absolutely delicious and great flavors. I love that you can do 2 flavors in a small cup. I had the pistachio & cookies n cream. The hubs had the Dubai chocolate and a caramel one. I think it's pretty expensive but it is really fantastic so you get what you pay for. read more