If you want to experience true, handcrafted excellence, Delini Gelato is an absolute must-visit. You can taste the exceptionally high-quality ingredients, delicious recipe curation, and the owner's sheer passion in every single bite. This isn't just a quick sweet treat; it's gelato truly made to be savored. I've loved every single flavor I've tried here - and I think I've tried them all. Personally, I lean toward strong, bold profiles. Their chocolate and chocolate hazelnut are incredibly rich and amazing, and the pistachio is absolutely heavenly. That said, their more delicate, subtle flavors like the lavender, salted caramel, and mango lassi are equally wonderful and perfectly balanced. The freshness here is unmatched. The blood orange sorbet was incredible, and while I was in the shop, I actually saw a crate of fresh blood oranges they were prepping to squeeze for the next batch. You can't get any fresher than that! On a personal note, I recently brought my elderly mother, who is in hospice care with dementia, into the shop. She had a cone with two flavors, and it was incredibly gratifying to see her smile and genuinely enjoy one of life's simple pleasures at this stage in her journey. Delini didn't just give us great dessert; they gave us a beautiful memory. Highly, highly recommended. Support this fantastic local gem! read more

Delini Gelato - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

This isn't an Italian style gelato stand. We tasted a handful of gelato flavors and settled on vanilla because it actually had more taste than the others. Everyone we tasted had extremely subtle flavor and a texture that was so smooth it was more like eating frozen liquid cheese than gelato. The owners run the place closely, are pleasant enough and care about cleanliness and quality. We just didn't like the taste or texture of their products. Based on other yelp reviews, it seems like 'The Emperor's New Clothes' where locals want to love the place and are afraid to tell the owners the complete truth. read more

Delicious gelato, unique flavor selections, and great portions! Prices are reasonable too, maybe $6 for a decent portion? My only caveat was that there's not a ton of seating in the space, but with the area they're given they definitely make it work. A great place to satisfy a sweet craving with all these warm days. read more

Best gelato ever! The pistachio is my all time favorite, followed by the hazelnut, chocolate, and vanilla. The specials are always so good too... honestly you can't go wrong. read more

Superb gelato, full stop. The flavors are sophisticated and complex. Smooth, velvety texture and deeply impressive. The only gelato I've had that compares was in Florence - it's that good. It's not inexpensive (compared to ice cream) but it's absolutely worth it when you consider what's going into it. The service is friendly and the owner will guide your tastebuds to your happy place. read more

Delini gelato is amazing! I had the blood orange flavor I believe, and it was so flavorful and delicious! The workers are kind and helpful. Definitely recommend! read more

Delicious gelato! We stopped in for dessert on a fall weekend night and it was relatively slow. There is a small table and some window counter seating available. The shop was very clean and bonus for having a bathroom! We tried the pistachio, roasted pecan (seasonal) and the affogato. Pistachio was my favorite. Creamy consistency and not too sweet. Roasted pecans had a nice crunch to it. Affogato was made with quality espresso beans! Definitely coming back when we are in the area. FYI they are closing for the season on November 9th. read more

Delini Gelato - Regular size - 2 flavors - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

**Rating: / 5** I had a very disappointing experience with this business while trying to coordinate services for my upcoming wedding. My main issue was their lack of flexibility regarding guest count; they seemed unwilling to offer a cost-effective quote for an event with fewer than 100 people. When I reached out to ask for a requote that better fit my needs, the owner became surprisingly emotional and defensive. Instead of working with me to find a solution, she abruptly told me to take my business elsewhere. Planning a wedding is stressful enough without a vendor being unprofessional or making you feel like your business isn't "big enough" to be worth their time. If you are looking for a vendor who is willing to be flexible or have a calm, professional discussion about pricing, I would recommend looking elsewhere. read more

Flavors - 4.2/5 Textures - 4.5/5 Presentation - 4.5/5 Value for Money - 3.5/5 Excellent, authentic Gelato! Incredibly velvety texture that coats your palate, being light and fluffy at the same time. I had the Sicilian almond with vanilla, both tasted fresh, natural with high quality ingredients and not too sweet. The cone is freshly made as well! Very tasty. Amazingly friendly service with homey environment. read more

Delini Gelato - Sicilian Almond - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Traveled all the way out to West Roxbury to try what Reddit calls the ~best gelato in Boston~ To be fair, I haven't really had gelato in Boston, so I can't really compare to other places. But I will say that the gelato was pretty good and I would go again if I lived closer. We got to talk to the owner a bit, who takes a lot of pride in her craft. She mentioned that they have new flavors everyday. (She also mentioned that the Yelp hours are wrong and to always go with what's on Google lol.) I got the tiramisu and the chocolate, which the owner said was one of their specialties. The texture and the flavors were pretty good. I wasn't a big fan of the more fruity ones (tropical sorbet & cherry chocolate chip), but I would recommend the two I got! read more

Delini Gelato - Tiramisu and chocolate - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

A cute little neighborhood shop in West Roxbury. I came here on a weekend afternoon and the place was full of people inside and out enjoying a cup of gelato. You can learn the difference between ice cream and gelato from their wall decor while you decide on what flavor to get. I had high hopes for this gelato and it didn't disappoint. I got pistachio and creme brulee and definitely preferred the pistachio more. It had a light flavor that was creamy, but not overpowering. The gelato had a good texture to it and I would love to go back to try out the other flavors. read more

Delini Gelato - Pistachio & creme brulee - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Amazing. It's the best gelato I've had in the Boston area. It rivals some of my favorites from San Francisco & NY. The texture is perfect, it's silky smooth, serves st the right temperature, and the flavors are punchy. No crystallization. Truly a quality treat. If you're a dessert snob like me, don't miss this one. I'll be back! read more

Amazing place to go. The owner Viki is so kind, and lovely to talk to. You can tell she is passionate about what she does! The gelato is out of this world. I especially love the honey rosemary when they have it available. read more

There is not a better gelato spot in Boston or possibly even the state of Massachusetts. My favorite flavor is the pistachio which is usually only offered on the weekends. Be sure to check their site for updated flavors being offered in real time. Oh, and the sunset from the outdoor seating right in front of the shop is beautiful. read more

Delini Gelato - créme brûlée & pistachio + pistachio gelato with their house made waffle cones. superb. - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

The best gelato I've had outside of Europe. The flavors are inventive and delicious. The owners are very friendly and take great pride in their high quality gelato that's made fresh daily. I highly recommend this place! read more

This is actually my go to place for gelato. They do a very good job with their offerings. It's a bit hidden, but is a hidden jewel.

If you're looking for Boston's best and truly authentic artisan gelato, look no further than Delini Gelato! I was ecstatic to stumble upon an article recently discovering this sweet spot. The owner, Viki, is a master of her trade and is truly passionate about creating artisan gelato for her community. The menu flavors rotate based on seasonal ingredients with a few classic flavors that remain on the menu. My personal favorites are Delini Chocolate (as a true chocoholic I've never had anything better and the use of premium Valrhona chocolate shines here) and Pistachio (made with her own handcrafted 100% pure pistachio paste) - both are absolutely divine!! Other fabulous flavors we've tried that Viki thoughtfully creates with every bite and ingredient in mind are tiramisu, creme brulee, spiced coffee, baklava, stracciatella, salted caramel... the list goes on! The shop itself has a small seating area inside and a bench and a few small patio tables and seating outside as well. Street parking is ample on the street adjacent to the shop. All of Delini's packing materials are compostable and biodegradable, which earns them points for their conscious sustainability. There are 2 gelato sizes (all of my review pictures are the larger size) and they have other coffee and espresso offerings as well. On the many times my husband and I have made the 30 minute drive for gelato, Viki and/or her husband have greeted us with a friendly smile and service. One of the first times we met Viki, we ended up talking to her for 20 minutes about her trade, her passion, and her mission to stay true to the artisan way, when so many others in industry use the word but do not stay true to its meaning. Delini Gelato is an absolute gem, worth a drive, has fabulous artisan flavors, and comes with my highest praise for gelato! read more

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By far some of the best gelato we've ever had! The shop is run by a local Viki who has worked tirelessly to perfect her craft. The shop has a wonderful European vibe featuring many mouth-watering flavors that change often. The lady behind the counter helped us pick out the flavors we liked. This is the first Gelato shop we've visited locally that remotely even reminds us of the Gelato we had in Italy. I would highly recommend. It is an absolute gem. You will not be disappointed! read more

Delini Gelato - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

An absolute gem: from flavor to texture to creaminess to quality to uniqueness, this gelato should not be missed. There are only about a dozen flavors at any given time, but oh, what flavors: real and true chocolate, rich vanilla-y crème brûlée topped with a crunchy sugar topping, delicate Persian saffron stracciatella riddled with decadent chocolate strings. Every bite was heavenly, and the portion size is just right for how rich it was (although that doesn't stop me from wanting like a million more cups). I have so many more flavors to try- the pistachio! The mango! The honey lavender! The tropical!- and can't wait to see what else they come up with. Absolutely delicious, and worth every penny- what are you waiting for? read more

Delicious first time coming here! Got a split of pistachio and chocolate, both were fantastic. Friendly service

First time trying this place and you can absolutely tell the gelato is freshly made! Another plus is that they have eggless flavors as well as vegan options! The service was great. It was cute spot right in west Roxybury, we'll most certainly be back read more

Cute little gelato shop, well worth the trip if you are not local to West Roxbury. All the flavors I tried were delicious. Will be coming back for more! read more

Great gelato, unique flavors. I tried the Fig Mascarpone & Pistachio and the honey lavender, both very good. I like the explanation on the wall about the difference between ice cream and gelato. We will defiantly go again soon! read more

Exceptional gelato, the likes of which you'd be hard-pressed to find elsewhere. High quality of milk/cream and attention to flavors. It's clear that the extra effort has been made to craft a magnificent product, with no corners cut. Honey lavender lets lavender shine, with honey in the supporting role. Not too sweet, but you can definitely taste the notes of honey. Not overly floral. Lavender notes hit thick and to the back of your throat, mellowing out over time, this lovely aftertaste providing a completely different experience. A flavor to savor slowly. Pistachio is chock full of nuts. This is a classic flavor, so it's always intriguing how the shop runs with it. This interpretation uses pistachio paste. A touch of salt balances out the vibrant notes of pistachio. Packs a punch! Luxurious and addictive. Tropical paradise has a more velvety texture than the previous two flavors. This flavor emphasizes ripe fruit. Mango comes first, then pineapple. Nothing wrong with this flavor, but it's not nearly as impactful. I understand the impracticality of getting tropical fruit at its peak, but as a mangoholic who really wanted to be wowed, this was a minor disappointment. My suggestion would be to have small (~4mm) cubes of fruit mixed in, instead of it all being blended smooth. I'll definitely be back to try some other flavors, and I highly recommend anybody in the Boston area to give this place a go. Unique and deserves proper recognition! read more

Best Gelato this side of the mississippi! We stopped in on a whim and were delighted. You get two scoops for the regular price! You can taste wholesome ingredients and rich flavors. Try the toasted pecan with the Delini Chocolate! Heavenly. read more

The gelato flavor and texture is great, the interior of the shop is so cute and welcoming, with some outdoor seating (and right next to the park so great location for an ice cream stop), and the family who runs it is always so kind! read more

Delicious taste, fresh ingredients, creative flavors, friendly owners. We love coming here!

This is some of the best gelato I've had and when I lived in Italy I ate a LOT of gelato. The mint flavor was our favorite -- so delicious and fresh. But everything was great and the owner clearly has a passion for the right ingredients. We drove 30 minutes to go here and it was totally worth it. I think I'll go there any time I'm in the Boston area. Support a new local business and go check it out! read more

Delicious ice cream, friendly service, what a find. The yogurt based mango lassi is one of my favorites but all other flavors we tried/got were great as well. Already planning when we'll be back. read more

This is the best gelato I've had outside of Italy. The flavors range from traditional vanilla and chocolate to incredible Eastern European flavors and spices. Which in a world where we can't currently travel, are so wonderful to find. So creamy and so unique. I live in East Boston and heard such good things I drove all the way to West Roxbury and it's was absolutely worth it. read more

Delini Gelato - baklava, Persian flower, & fig mascarpone pistachio and it was amazing. - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

The BEST gelato in Boston area! Love all the flavors they have! And I love how environmental friendly this place is!

Wow! Best gelato and sorbet I have ever had! Highly recommend the Mango, salted caramel and spiced coffee!

Yelp almost local: Best gelato I've had in the US (I say this as someone has consumed a lot of gelato in Italy and other European countries. Last summer I actually went on a gelato "crawl" in Verona. Remembering traveling, kids?) Anyway, cute store with lovely decor. I chatted with the owner who was really helpful answering my questions and is obviously serious about her craft. Portions are European-sized (which I appreciate) and allow you to choose two flavors or more (also like Italy). Prices are American, lol. (Oh well, it's the U.S., and still cheaper than say, JP Licks.) I had the honey lavender (a lovely blue color) and the spiced coffee, and my son had the white chocolate (with a touch of caramel) and stracciatella (made with Valrhona chocolate shavings). Serious yum! They only have 12 flavors per day which you can check online in advance. They had two sorbets and another non-dairy option for those of you who don't do dairy. Go support this new business! I will be back with the whole family as soon as they have pistachio back! read more

Amazing find! Everything made from scratch ,fresh and organic. Hope they had more choices,but for now only vanilla,chocolate,mint ,tiramisu and honey lavender. Tiramisu was delicious. The staff was very friendly,the place was clean.Worth trying, will definitely be back ! read more

Delini Gelato - Tiramisu gelato! - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Obsessed with this place!! Everything they use is organic and the flavors are so rich! Great place with wonderful flavors. My favorites are hazelnut and tiramisu. The Persian flower is also so refreshing. read more

Delini Gelato - Persian flower, hazelnut, and Persian flower/tiramisu. - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Lovely little shop in the space previously occupied by Rita's. Interesting flavors of gelato (tiramisu) and sorbet (strawberry w/ fresh mint). Welcoming owners. Excellent ingredients. Hope they do well! read more

Delini Gelato - Mango sorbet-- smooth, delicious and not too sweet. - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I have some friends who have been prodding me to come here for some time and, well, they were right to! I'm more into ice cream than gelato in general, but I definitely developed a love of gelato when I lived in Florence for a semester. It's typically richer and softer than ice cream and this gelato definitely fits that description. All three of us got the chocolate which was a good choice as this chocolate is perfection. It is very rich, almost like the frozen version of those thick hot chocolates you can get at fancy chocolateries. Quote from Lauren, "This is the first chocolate I've had that rivals your chocolate ice cream." Second flavor Em and I both got was Baklava, yummy but could have used a bit more of that nutty honey flavoring, maybe more chunks of actual baklava would help, or at least more honey in the base. Lauren also got the Mango Lassi which was perfetto! Mango is such a great flavor and they really nailed it with this Bulgarian yogurt based gelato, sweet and sour in all the right ways. Highly recommend checking out this spot (park on Centre St by the library, there's no parking on Bellevue). read more

Delini Gelato - Small size serving of 2 flavors - Gelato Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Nice little spot, owner was great to talk to, I love small business owners who work at there place. Gelato was rich and delicious. We had pistachio, chocolate chip cookie, hazelnut and lemon sorbet. We will definitely come back read more

Delicious! Multiple vegan options - the tropical was divine. Very smooth and consistent flavors. Cute shop too. Pricey (6.25 for a tiny cup) but great for a small treat. read more

I have been frequenting Delini since they opened, and enjoy that there are always exciting new flavors to try, as well as the classics. I have been at least 20 times and have a consistently good experience. You can tell a lot of care goes into the gelato, with premium and often locally sourced ingredients. The waffle cones are exceptional and the take home packaging is of a high quality, Viky and her husband are always very friendly and will happily tell you more about their gelato. I have been to all of the local gelato spots, and go to Delini the most. read more