I love this place. Such delicious flavors to try from. The staff are super friendly. I really really lioe the milk flavor reminds me of honeymee in LA. read more

Best ice cream on Berkeley. A variety of classic and exotic flavor. The ice cream is creamy and only an appropriate amount of sugar is used. Quiet and beautiful sitting area. Very friendly staff as well. read more

Great selection with enough variety to satisfy diverse tastes without being overwhelming. read more

Caravaggio Gelato Lab - Tasty double scoop of milk cream chocolate chip on top of macadamia. - Gelato Near Me - Berkeley, California

Excellent! This is the best gelato I had in the Bay Area so far. I had Gianduia and Stracciatella flavors, and they were delicious! As an Italian, I would just recommend to put some more chocolate chips in the Stracciatella! read more

Caravaggio Gelato Lab - Real Italian Gelato in Berkeley - Gelato Near Me - Berkeley, California

Finally got a gelato at this place! I've been thinking of checking this little gelato shop out for a long time, but I never got a chance to go in and take a scoop. Last time when I finally decided to go to this place, it was close (at 2pm lol). I have to say the hours are quite weird... But anyways, the gelato is great! Though it's not as awesome as I have expected, it is the best at Berkeley. I got the Zest today and it is some flavour I've never seen anywhere else before. I also tried the tangerine sorbet and the pistachio. The pistachio is a little to sweet for me, but really rich and creamy while for the tangerine, I'll save it for next visit when the weather gets hotter. For the service and environment, I'll definitely rate this place at 5. Some friendly services and a nice clean spacious gelato shop with a gelato kitchen is always amazing. read more

Texture and smooth release of flavor! When I eat the gelato, I feel like I'm eating everything and nothing at the same time. I've only tried a few of their gelato flavors, the creamy ones but never have I ever tasted a smoother dessert. The downside is if you want bulk volume in your dessert, you might not like them but you still have to experience the heaven that is their gelato! The interior compliments the gelato. You are in heaven, in the clouds. Or you could just be enjoying some gelato outside an Italian gelateria on a hot Mediterranean day. read more

A very quaint, super cute gelato place! At first I was worried whether this place could survive the winter (when they opened) but I guess I shouldn't have worried! Now they're bustling, adding in a long table and real candles(!!) and just recently started adding in what seems to be lunch options! (EDIT: I think the stopped...) I haven't tried yet since I usually come here for dessert but I'm sure it's good! It's owned by a really friendly Italian guy who really knows what he's doing and always has friendly chats whenever I come here. The gelato is probably the best I've had, and I actually like how creamy it is and how the flavored change everyday. I haven't had a bad one yet! I'm really glad they're doing well, hope they stick around for a long time! P.S. The mango sorbet was so good my friend cried. No joke. read more

Amazing coffee and delishish gellato. I haven't had anything that good since I left Italy read more

Caravaggio Gelato Lab - Made for 2 - Gelato Near Me - Berkeley, California

Got the tiramisu gelato and it was amazing. There was cocoa powder on top and ladyfingers throughout. It was creamy and exactly like a tiramisu but better. read more

Nice shop that actually serves their gelato in glass cups if you're eating in. The flavors are spot on. By the time you know it your bowl will be empty. I wish their scoops were a tad bigger. Next time I'll be getting three scoops. The location is a bit off from downtown, but trek the extra couple of blocks because it's worth it. read more

Just stopped by here with my boyfriend for the first time and was blown away. Vegan options, lactose-free options, and the best cone I've ever had. I tried the Strachiatella and sampled another couple of flavors - great across the board. Relaxing, hip atmosphere too. We'll be back! read more

Absolutely love the gelato at this place. It has the perfect sweetness. Usually whenever I have gelato, it's too sweet and leaves my lips sticky. But not from here. Their mango and hazelnut gelato is great. read more

HANDS DOWN best gelato in Berkeley and Oakland. The rest don't even compare (and I have tried them all). Creamy, delicious, simple, AMAZING. Only wish I lived closer.... read more

Best Gelato in Berkeley! If only it were closer to campus... The taste and texture are close to the gelato I had in Italy, so I'm happy to find this place :) I last had the Italian Cookie and Cream. It was oh so gooooooood. read more

Best gelato in Berkeley.. hands down. Feels like we're in Italy! The owner is so kind and clearly passionate about the gelato. It is fresh and damn pefect! He uses fresh ingredients and even hazelnuts straight from Italy. We got some of the champagne mango which had been made only 20 minutes before we got there. Their preparation area is visible and we saw all the mango peels he had used to make these scoops of heaven. Mmmmmm The staff and ambiance were lovely as well.. He saw there wasn't much chocolate in the strachiatella and put some chocolate on the top.. it's the little things! Bravo! read more

Poor service. The employees were not willing to be helpful when I asked about nut ingredients due to my allergy. Their response was "I don't know. Probably not but I can't guarantee it." I thought this was an inconsiderate response due to all the signs of gluten, vegan, lactose free signs. Flavors were bland and definitely overpriced. read more

Simply perfect passion fruit and dark chocolate is like the perfect combination. This place smells and takes you to Rome

Amazing, natural, delicious gelato, with creative flavor combinations! Beautiful films of Italy, which play behind the counter, transport you to another world. read more

Best gelato in Berkeley and probably in the bay area. They change the menu often and all the flavors I've tried are simply amazing. It's also important to mention that the service is excellent and the owner is almost always there, he really likes to make sure that everyone is enjoying themselves. read more

If I have all the money in the world, I would go here every day (maybe even twice a day)! It's that good :D The people who work here are also really friendly and nice. My favorite flavors are the greek yogurt and crema. I also tried this thing today (can't remember what its called) where they add espresso to the gelato. OMG heaven!! In fact, writing this review makes me want to grab some gelato tomorrow.. read more

I had the pear and chocolate sorbet (but I tried the gelato too!) And they was fantastic. I never knew chocolate sorbet existed or that it could be as light and airy as it was. The pear sorbet was subtle and not too sweet, perfect consistency too. Gelato is usually on the pricier side, but for the amount that was served to me I think the price was extremely reasonable. It's a cute little spot, but also a little sterile. I would definitely go back and enjoy again! read more

Just go. Lovely place, clean, and friendly service. You get two tastes so pick carefully because after one, you'll want to try them all. Was completely blown away by the hazelnut (thank you yelp reviewer) AND got one that was something equivalent to sweet cream. These are REAL waffle cones that are crunchy and delish. Trying to plan my life to be in north Berkeley more often. read more

Caravaggio Gelato Lab - Sweet cream and hazelnut on a waffle cone, Molto Bene! - Gelato Near Me - Berkeley, California

One of the best ice cream/gelato places I've been to. I live about a 25-30 minute drive from here but I would do the drive just to eat here. The gelato was so fresh tasting, and the affagafo was delicious read more

The best Gelato ever! Nice and great place to hang up with friends. Lovely owner. Very warm hospitality.. read more

Caravaggio Gelato Lab - The best Gelato ever! - Gelato Near Me - Berkeley, California

So good!!! Have to try! It is not too sweet and the hosts are friendly. If you don't know which flavor to choose, they will always let you have a bite. read more

See all

Yummy.. I love gelato and after going to Italy, I have become even more picky. The gelato here hits the spot if you're looking for a place in Berkeley. I suggest trying the "flower of milk" flavor. It has the right amount of creaminess and is delicious! The only downfall is you have to eat it pretty quick since it seems to melt pretty fast. read more

Most amazing vegan affogado(sp?) and their menu has as many vegan options as local organic dairy, if not more! Great service and would not mind waiting in line for this treat!! read more

Berkeley has a lot of gelato restaurants, but ever since Caravaggio moved in, everything else just hasn't kept the same allure. Caravaggio has the finest gelato I've ever tasted, bar none. The chocolate is heavenly, and is arguably one of the best chocolate deserts I've ever had. The fruit flavors are intense, flavorful, and airy. And the hazelnut is rich, creamy, and delicious. As if the quality of the product weren't enough, the owners are some of the nicest people you'll ever meet. Truly a fine establishment. read more

This place is the best! Not only is their gelato delicious, but it's also lactose free, and low-glycemic. Amazing! read more

It's literally the best gelato I've ever had. I'm lactose intolerant but will not stop eating the chocolate and pistachio gelatos.

I came here last Friday afternoon while waiting for a nail appointment across the street. I tried the mission figs and this other milky ice cream with chocolate strings in it. I had trouble choose between the two, but decided on the milky ice cream with chocolate strings. I wish she told me in the small size I could have two different flavors to have both, but she did not mention that to me but mentioned it after I paid to the next person when they couldn't decide. The gelato was good, but I could see the female worker took more of an interest to the men that came in and getting their order than the women who come in to order. I enjoyed the gelato as it was super good but I will not be back for the service which is why I gave 3/5 stars. read more

After 30-years eating sub-par lactose-free ice-cream substitutes, I am thrilled to able to each such fabulous honest-to-goodness gelato. Their nut flavors (pistachio, hazelnut, gianduia=hazelnut+chocolate) are extraordinary, as is the (vegan) dark chocolate, and the stracciatella. All are light and not overly sweet. Really friendly folks, too! Favorite family outing: Thai Delight at the corner of Shattuck/Virginia, with dessert at Caravaggio. Yum! read more

The vegan dark chocolate you must try. We're not vegan but we love love love LOVE it!!!! It's like you'd died and gone to heaven! We're so grateful we live near this place. It is the best ice cream place in Berkeley or in the universe as far as we're concerned. The owners are the nicest guys. The different flavors are so fabulous. This place is paradiso sulla terra. Thanks guys - GRAZIE!!!! read more

Owner, if you're reading this, consider the following: 1. Remove the "premium flavor" surcharge for your pistachio. I don't care if you fly First Class your pistachio paste from Sicily. Absorb the cost, you make it back anyway by overcharging for every other flavor. 2. If you won't offer full pint-sized tubs to go (as you should), at least don't insult your customers' intelligence by offering an almost-pint-sized container and then write in small letters "3/4" next to the huge word PINT on the board, thinking you'll get away with it. 3. Stop charging an outrageous $1.50 for your cones. 4. Again, on the pistachio front (clearly you're very worried about this flavor doing you in), don't give your employees instructions to stuff the cone/cup/tub with whatever second flavor the customer asked and then add just a dash of pistachio. Mix them fairly: 50-50. 5. Don't be rude to your employees: I've seen you a few times micromanage them and act like a pompous 3 Michelin Star chef. You make Ramsay seem likable. 6. Let me micromanage you now, see if you like it: when offering more than two flavors (especially in a tub), don't stack them on top of each other. Place them side-by-side. Side-by-side, not on top of each other. All in all, life is hard and I know you're trying to make ends meet here in cold Northern California, away from home. But don't take it out on us! OK. There's enough to get you started. read more

Rich, delicious, high quality gelato. Good vegan options as well. Non-vegan flavors made with lactose-free Clover milk. The space is beautifully furnished. Can't wait to go back! read more

I live very close to this new gelato place, and I'll admit to some hardcore creeping when I would pass by several times a week during their construction. I would peek through the windows longingly, trying to judge how close Caravaggio was to being open...and then, rather unexpectedly, as I was passing by in my pajamas on a late night grocery run, I notice that things look pretty put together, and an inviting glow is beckoning me from an open door. I am a huge aficionado of all things frozen and sweet, so despite my disheveled appearance, I nudged my boyfriend over, and we craned our necks through the door to inquire "Hey are you guys open?" Yes! Walking in, the first thing I noticed was the big metal vats towards the back, visible through glass. Not really knowing the process for making gelato (you mean it's not magic??), I can only assume that these are some tools of the trade. Awesome! I like the idea of being able to see behind the scenes. Plus, it really gives a sense of pride in the product being offered. I also liked the metal lids covering the gelato--- In my (admittedly inexpert) opinion, I always felt like having frozen stuff partially exposed like you usually see might affect it some how... that may or may not be true, but it seems logical that capping it comme ceci would allow for more control over the holding temperature, and by extension, the longer-term consistency of the gelato. ANYWAY, on to the most important part--- the flavor! The two men working (the owners maybe?) were very generous with samples; I always feel a little awkward asking, so it was fine by me that I kept getting passed little spoons of gelato to taste. My boyfriend and I decided to get a large, which comes with 3 scoops, with chocolate, hazelnut, and zabajone. The chocolate was perfect to my tastes; sometimes frozen chocolate desserts come across either chalky or over-sweetened--- not so here. The hazelnut was really amazing, and when I mixed bites of chocolate and hazelnut together, I caught a small glimpse of what nutella might be like, if nutella were wearing a monocle, top hat, and a tailcoat---in other words, SUPER CLASSY, very fresh, and with none of that nutella-hangover-feeling I sometimes get. The zabajone was also well balanced with a perfectly creamy consistency. We were told it was an Italian dessert made with Marsala that is served around the holidays. I've never had zabajone before, but I am a fan of its gelato-version. Additionally, call me shallow, but it was awesome to hear the two people serving us speaking in Italian (?) between themselves. I don't speak Italian myself, so I may have been mistaken, but it SOUNDED enough like Italian to greatly enhance my experience :P Hurray, Caravaggio! Now when I get my evening gelato-cravings I don't have to drag myself through that dimly lit, smelly stretch of Downtown Berkeley to get to Almare! The real battle now is to avoid gaining my weight twice over! Update: I'm changing my religion to Caravaggio's pineapple sorbet. That is all. read more

Amazing gelato!! They make it fresh every day,all from scratch, with real ingredients; no artificial flavors!!! The flavors are all classic Italian, it so reminds me of the gelato I used to get when I lived in Florence many years ago. read more

Good. Just expensive for gelato and the portion is very small. But the flavors are nice.

4.5 stars. Clean, fresh, and guilt-free. This is authentic Italian gelato at its finest, served in a purple and white cup to match the airy, minimalist decor inside. I ordered two scoops ($3.75), pear and hazelnut, as recommended by the friendly gal up front. The pear was vibrantly flavored with real, ripe pears - a rarity these days in our sugar-coated fruit confections. The hazelnut was delightfully nutty and not overly sweetened. Perfection. Italian owner up front is legit! He went to gelato school in Italy! And when a customer asked for a sample of chocolate, the owner told him it was a very American flavor. Of course, the man then went ahead and ordered two scoops of chocolate, lol. Next time, I will try the stracciatella (vanilla, chocolate, sugar, other spices) and another fruit. Hopefully next time I come, strawberry will be on the menu, my absolute favorite fruit! Receipts are handled on Square - conveniently emailed to you! I wish there were a few more chairs and tables, though. The decor is a little too sparse at the moment to feel extremely comfortable. The sky mural on the ceiling and ambient lighting is beautiful, though. I'll be back again, but will take my gelato to go. read more

Best gelato place in Berkeley! Their flavors are so consistently good, the texture is so smooth, and the staff and owner are very nice people. I love the hazelnut flavor, but other stellar flavors are grape and peach. read more