Cash only, $7 for a tiramisu half the size of a small Asian woman's palm, and cenile worker that got all 3 tiramisus we ordered wrong. We ordered a strawberry and two oreos and received two nutellas and one original. Our fault for not checking when we left though. But $21 for tirimisu is insane. The silver lining was that they were yummy, even though they were pricy and we did not get the ones we wanted. read more

Everything could improve. Service was kinda surly. Poor signage and no idea it was cash only until I'd already ordered. Other cash only spots in the neighborhood are more up-front. Gelato was more an ice-crystal-fest than properly done gelato. It's not even the best place on the block, let alone in the neighborhood. Waste of time and money. read more

First weekday morning coffee and it was excellent. Mrs. K. and I made this our first stop of our walk around the North End, finding a short queue for the one gent cranking out espresso-based drinks. This isn't the Green Siren people, this isn't a button pushing barista. This guy was doing it all by hand and doing it well. It may have been called Gigi Gelateria before but it is Dolce since 2019. A single espresso for me and a latte for Mrs. K. which we enjoyed from a table in the back. Excellent coffee! From there, we watched the locals socializing over their coffees and talking about Boston business. An interesting parade of locals and tourists coming and going. Yes, they have coffee to go. No, please don't do that. Proper Italians - and I can not claim Italian in my ancestry, but I know - do not take their coffee for a walk. Enjoy it here, perhaps with something baked in their oven. [Review 1110 of 2025 - 1255 in Massachusetts - 24663 overall] read more

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MAKE SURE YOU HAVE CASH BE PREPARED TO PAY WHATEVER THEY TELL YOU Gelato only comes in cups and in one size, which appears to be extra large. I purchased 1 Limoncello Mascarpone cake, which was listed at $6.99 and 4 gelatos and was charged $35. So I assume each gelato was $7 (but your guess is as good as mine). They don't let you try the gelato before you buy (total bummer). The limoncello mascarpone was nice and light, the mascarpone had almost a mousse texture, not too sweet. Unfortunately, the gelatos had a synthetic sweet flavoring to them, that's for both the Strawberry and the Raspberry. Disappointed for sure. read more

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Dolce is the perfect place to stop by after dinner for a sweet treat. There's plenty of indoor seating and a wide variety of desserts to choose from. They have 33 flavors of tiramisu, along with pastries, gelato, and cannolis. The cannolis are my favorite. The shells are crisp, and the filling is really good. I wouldn't say the desserts are amazing, but it's a great spot to relax, hang out, and satisfy a dessert craving. read more

Dolce - Tiramisu Cannoli, pear ricotta pastry - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Popped in for some ice cream on a hot day. It's a small shop but there are a few small tables, there is an adjacent tiramisu counter and a bar. The prices were not listed on the wall and they only take cash, there is an ATM within. The staff was not overly friendly. The gelato was good. Overall this was fine but wasn't anything special and didn't love that they don't have the prices listed and only take cash. read more

Dolce - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

They have so many different tiramisu options but they really just takes like little cupcake. Doesn't taste like authentic tiramisu. Definitely go elsewhere if you're a tiramisu fan! read more

Dolce - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

This was not a great store for tiramisu even though they offer 30+ variety flavors of tiramisu. It was either way too sweet, too watery, or just wasn't tasting right. It was relatively busy and seating is limited. Staff were okay for the most part. read more

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Edit to add: They charged us TWICE for the cannoli. Shady business. The cannolis were good but the service was horrible. From the moment we walked in, the woman working was rude. They were clearly a "locals only" business. We had stopped in after grabbing a cannoli from Mikes pastry and we wanted to compare a small mom and pop vs a commercialized shop and after buying a cannoli, a coffee, and giving them a tip on top of it, they came over and told us that we couldn't have our other cannoli that didn't come from their shop. Before going inside, we made sure they had no signs posted about "no outside food or drink". After that, we asked if they had a restroom and they said no, which I later found out that it's against the law for restaurants in Boston to not have bathroom facilities. Clearly they just wanted our money and for us to leave. Definitely disappointing. I now understand why everyone just goes to Mikes Pastry. Much more friendly. read more

Dolce - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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I don't know the point of commenting on a gelato shop. Let's be honest--most people in the North End don't plan their gelato stop. They finish their pasta, wander out to the street and stumble into the first place with a display case and a line. That said, this particular gelato shop might just be worth breaking that pattern. The chocolate and hazelnut flavors were rich, creamy, and tasted great. That really balances out all the pasta that was just consumed. There was also a wide selection of other desserts. Just a heads up: it's cash only. read more

Dolce - Yum - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

A smartly positioned cafe with a large choice of Italian gelato on a busy street. It's small and cozy inside with a number of beautiful deserts. We chose the ricotta pear cake which was fresh and delightful. The americano made the pear stand out even more. Well done! The service can be improved to organize the staff a little better, but we've not seen any issues as stated in other reviews. Certainly worth another visit read more

Dolce - Pear ricotta cake - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Best coffee and cannolis!! Friendly staff ! Stayed at the Bricco Suites and walked downstairs everyday to Dolce . A+ read more

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Had the raspberry gelato, my partner had the lemon gelato. Both were delicious, interesting atmosphere, definitely a fun experience

This is located on the corner to the left of Mike's pastry. Not affiliated with Mike's of course. Amazing gelato. Very disappointed with the tiramisu they offer... way too watery. Not sure where they get their recipe, but they need to go back to school. Cakes are amazing. read more

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Listen we just stopped to buy a hangry kid a piece of what looked like pretty ok pizza in the window. It was phenomenal. The cheese, tomatoes, basil and crust were all totally delicious and he warmed it up in the toaster oven. Best pizza I've had in a hot minute. $4, cash only. read more

We tried three different tiramisu flavors, and they were all good. The pistachio flavor was my favorite. It was sweet and not too nutty. The cannoli flavor was also very good with chocolate chips and pieces of the cannoli pastry shell sticking out. The salted caramel tasted the most like a traditional tiramisu but with additional salted caramel flavor. Note that you can only pay in cash. It was a little small inside but there are some tables to eat at. read more

Dolce - Pistachio tiramisu, cannoli tiramisu, and salted caramel tiramisu - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Dolce is a hit or a miss. Last time I went it was freezer burnt and they were running out of a few of their flavors. Additionally, I always forget that it's cash only, so had to walk out. There is tons of seating in here though, so it's a good option to grab a dessert and sit down. read more

This is the best cannoli in the north end. I'll die on this hill. It's cash only and you have to shove some of the filling into the middle because (as you can see when you watch them fill it), it doesn't reach the middle, but they give you plenty of filling to redistribute and it's so delicious. Worth the cash only trouble read more

Dolce - Cannoli - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Review is strictly for the gelato- AMAZING! Great portion and they serve with the tiny spoons which I loved. Have a small table outside but a few more inside. Did not try any of their other pastries. Were only taking cash the day we visited. read more

We felt kind of a weird vibe when we walked in to this place, and it felt touristy and not like an authentic place. We decided to order tiramisu anyways because they had a gluten free tiramisu I was excited to try. When we got home I had a couple bites of the gluten free tiramisu and it tasted kind of stale, and then my stomach started hurting. Then we opened up the other box and looked at the cheesecake tiramisu and realized it was MOLDY all over. Total yuck!! We decided not to eat any of the tiramisu. Then when I tried to call the place with the number I found online I was informed it was their old number? So there is not even a current phone number I can call about this issue. Unfortunately I would not go back to this place, and I would really like my money back. read more

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So many things could improve. This place should be a no star review. First of all my daughter was getting a coffee and they charged her for my cannoli and for her coffee. I had already paid for my cannoli so they charged us twice, and they knew because I saw them talking to each other. The service is crap. The cannoli was good, nothing to write home about. After we sat there had our coffee and cannoli. I asked to use the bathroom and they said they didn't have one which is a bunch of baloney since in Boston it is illegal to serve food and not offer a restroom. Skip this place, there's a bazillion places to get cannolis and this place is a rip off. read more

Stopped by in the late afternoon for some gelato. They have pastries, pizzas and tiramisu as well. The gelato was average but need to ding them for lack for pricing or signage. And also cash only. They have a few tables inside and it's decent enough. Service was fine. read more

Dolce - Grapefruit and mango - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Stopped by for gelato. I was used to just seeing them offer window service. But they've expanded. They also have more gelato and pastries indoors plus a small seating area. Then I realized they have 33 varieties of tiramisu. Enjoyed my strawberry + limoncello gelato. Got some coconut tiramisu to go. Cash only- they have an ATM on site. read more

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This place was such a welcomed Gem on my trip to Boston! The sign out front for breakfast sandwiches' for 3.99 pulled me in. This is a CASH ONLY cafe. They have Illy coffee and delectable treats adorning the front entrance way and through the gelato case to the pastries. I was there for the sandwiches' though. They make the sandwich's too order, on a crepe griddle (amazing). While we waited, the vibe was really nice so we also ordered coffee which was such a treat! I am not sure what it is about italian coffee, but they know a thing or two. We got to people watch from the cafe while enjoying our breakfast sandwiches' and coffee. What a very fun and impromptu date breakfast this place was. When i'm back in Boston, I plan on coming here every morning to start my day! read more

Dolce - Breakfast sandwich! $4!! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

!! cash only !! Dolce is a small local shop that serves amazing gelato, fresh pizza, cannolis, and pastries! Simply a cute shop to wind down at the end of the night and just enjoy good treats. They have a decent amount of seating inside, normally people just pick up their treats and leave so there are definitely seats available. I love the concept of the gelato station in the front of the store, you don't have to actually step in the shop and you can simply stop by and pick up some gelato! Super affordable treat and nice staff. This place is not pact either so a quick stop to gelato is right here! I love the gelato here I got the strawberry and chocolate - I know I'm basic but you know the place is good if they can nail the basics! The strawberry had tiny bits of strawberry pieces in it and it was smooth and creamy! I like the gelato here because it the texture is unique, very thick like thickened soft serve. A lot of other places that serve gelato makes me feel like I'm just eating regular ice cream but this definitely makes me feel like I'm eating gelato! The cannolis here are amazing! I like the way they stuff the cannolis and the cream in it was super fluffy and sweet! Overall I'm happy to have stopped by this place! Definitely a hit for quick grab and go gelato! read more

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Got a pistachio cannoli . They have options of all kind of shells and filling and you can choose to add chocolate chips or almonds ! Super cute caffe that is cash only . They offer coffee and lots of pastries. The service was Friendly and I will be backs again . read more

Dolce - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Got the cannoli with pistachio ricotta gelato. Definitely delicious but could have been slightly more flavorful. Good price point $5 for a stuffed cannoli. Staff was accommodating and let us try whichever we wanted. read more

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I don't know why the review say that this gelato isn't good, the local Italians that we have spoke to said this place is outstanding. We took a shot and tried it out lots of variety and very creamy gelato. They also serve cannolis, pizza, sandwiches, coffee, and teas. I didn't see any issues and the staff was very polite when we ordered. Highly recommend to anyone! read more

Dolce - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Went to this place because it was the only one without a line and seating available. Dessert was pretty stale and not that great. It was cure inside though with seating. read more

Dolce - Chocolate Mousse - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Go for the cone, not the cup. Gelato in the heart of Little Italy. Mixed berry was excellent. Mint chocolate chip was more green than minty. read more

Dolce - Gelato - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Canolli's are good, if you don't want to wait in line for mikes. Raspberry gelato was ah-mazing! Very sweet but refreshing. Pistachio gelato was ok, but not much flavor. Just creamy. Place was clean. read more

Finished dinner in the area and decided to grab some gelato afterwards. I didn't know it was cash only but luckily had cash. For two gelatos, it came out to be $12. Lemon - it's refreshing and tart after a heavy pasta dinner. I know it wouldn't be creamy since it's a fruit flavor but it's a little icier than I would've liked. Grapefruit - I thought the grapefruit would be tart but it was surprisingly pretty sweet. The texture was also icier. read more

Dolce - Lemon & Grapefruit - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Visited through a food tour, and tried the affogato which is vanilla gelato with espresso poured over. Now, as someone that dislikes the taste of coffee - THIS WAS AMAZING! The coffee turned a more creamy taste along with the gelato to make for a wonderful, smooth balance of flavors that would be perfect for dessert lovers. read more

Dolce - Affogato - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Decent gelato on a busy North End street. They give you a hard time if you ask for 2 spoons though (for one order). Maybe person was having a bad day. It was Feast of Saint Anthony after all. Busy day in the area. The espresso flavor is my favorite. read more

Dolce - Espresso. Was given a sample spoon instead of a second spoon. Oh well made us savor the flavor :) - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Quaint little authentic Italian coffee and pastry stop. Great espresso , Nutella croissants, and authentic cannolis. Owner spoke English with a thick Italian accent only to serve the next customer in 100% Italian. It was beautiful. It is a nice substitute for my beloved Maria's Pastry Shop at 46 Cross St since she retired. I encourage anyone seeking a great authentic Italian pastry with an Italian espresso that wants to skip on Starbucks or Dunkin for a a day to check this place out. And in old Noth End fashion, it is cash only. read more

We were visiting Boston on Labor Day weekend, 2024. The afternoon was starting to get hot, so we stopped in to try the gelato. My lovely bride said the lemon gelato was fabulous. I loved their lemoncello version. Several tables are perfect for people watching on Hanover Street. Service was fast and courteous. They advertise 33 kinds of tiramisu. Highly recommended! read more

This was a cute stop for a gelato, I was nervous about the bad reviews, however our experience was good! We had pistachio and salted caramel, both were yum and creamy! The staff were friendly and funny! We got a little table in the corner right next to the window and were able to spend some time working on our laptops! read more

I recommend, but just so you know, it's cash-only. I like that you can get a pastry or gelato. I usually get my husband a cannoli and myself a gelato. I had a key lime gelato recently and it was fabulous. There is a great selection, although I haven't tried many different ones - yet. Or any beverages. So many reasons to go back! Staff is pleasant. There are a few tables inside and out. read more

Stumbled upon this place on a hot sunny day, and the gelato was right outside so we were tempted to try it. We got the vanilla and espresso flavors, but we thought it was very okay - the flavors were a little off and weren't as strong as we hoped. The texture was also a little strange, though I can't really put my finger on it why it tasted off. I recommend trying another place if you want amazing gelato, though. read more

Dolce - Espresso and vanilla - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Should not be 2.7 stars because the ice cream is good and so is the pizza. The people are nice and the ambience could use some work but is overall nice. Would come again. read more