Such a charming location being right in the port area, surrounded by views and delicious restaurants. The best gelato I've had in a long time. Super reasonable and the scoops are absolutely huge. Our favorites included the Mango, Passionfruit and Run Raisin. Wish I had taken some pics of our actual orders because trust me you would be salivating. read more

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

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Well, well. This Gelatto venue has the best passion fruit Gelato EVER!!! Located in downtown Newberryport MA, is the king of king when it comes to gelatto. They don't have public bathrooms but if you need one right across the street. Also there is public parking right behind the building. Very affordable. Staff was very nice and kind.. read more

Passion fruit gelato! Order the passion fruit gelato! Such vivid flavors. Raspberry champagne is also good, blueberry pomegranate tastes like the Pom blueberry pomegranate drink (a good thing) but is not particularly remarkable. Service is very quick and prices are pretty good... 2 scoops for about 4.50 I think. No place to sit indoors for those wondering, but is right across the street from a park. read more

Dolce Freddo Gelato - Menu - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Newburyport, Massachusetts

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Super yummy and great portions. The staff was a bit rude, which is sad for an ice cream spot- but I suppose, to be expected from a spot that gets a lot of foot traffic. Would come here again. read more

Had some really yummy gelato from here today after just getting back from Europe where we tried a lot. Good range of flavors and generous portions, a little on the sweet/sugar side for me but very good nonetheless read more

In downtown Newburyport, the gelato and sorbetto were smooth and flavorful with a wide array of flavors for the whole family. It's a small shop with no seating but plenty of benches outside to sit and eat or can walk around with your cone/cup. We came near end of closing so wasn't too crowded and able to sample some favors before deciding. Would come again to try other flavors! read more

I love gelato, and I loved this place! Flavor selection was plentiful (one of the most important attributes of a great gelato place!). I chose the seasonally appropriate Apple Cider Doughnut for my flavor, and it had just the right blend of apple and cinnamon, with LOTS of tasty doughnut chunks. It truly was the perfect Fall flavor! The portion sizes were good for the price, and the lady working behind the counter was very friendly. The place is small inside (no seating, no bathrooms, etc.), but if you're looking to grab a dish or cone of gelato to go, this place fits the bill. We enjoyed ours while walking through the streets of downtown Newburyport (a super quaint and beautiful little town!). I hope to return to keep sampling more of their fun flavors. There are a handful of ice cream places in this area, but as for me... gelato all the way! read more

Dolce Freddo Gelato - Apple cider doughnut gelato... yummmmm - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Newburyport, Massachusetts

Gorgeous day to hang out in Newburyport and get some delicious gelato. I got the 2 scoops (~$6) of amaretto and the sea salt caramel with Heath bar. Line moved somewhat quickly. Will be back again! read more

Conveniently located near the waterfront makes this the perfect choice for a treat after a long walk along the water. The service is fast and they carry a decent amount of sorbet options. read more

Dolce Freddo Gelato - two ice cream cones - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Newburyport, Massachusetts

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Excellent selection of flavors. Nutella and pistachio were "the best gelato Ive ever had" says my foodie friend. I had to try the taro (not as intense as an ube flavor I once had in DC, another gorgeous purple colored sweet) and it did not disappoint. Im not a lover of sweet items most of the time, so I appreciated that the taro root vegetable flavor was noticeable vs its sweetness. This was my first with gelato, so I also appreciated learning that gelato's flavors are more notable because they use less cream and no yoke like ice creams tend to do. Im planning on hitting this spot every time Im in the area. The staff are quite friendly as well! read more

Got together with friends this afternoon hoping to partake... I was under the impression that they open at 2:00. The time rolled around and no... Actually with the lights out it seemed like it was maybe closed down for good... We were disappointed and decided to get coffee and then walk over to Waterfront Park. Time went by - it was close to 4:00 and another friend joined us informing us that the shop was open.... So we decided to return. Yes, it was open. So we entered and made our selections. I don't know why but my choice was Birthday cake. Each of us chose a different flavor. . there were several. Anyway, it was definitely worth waiting for.. absolutely delicious! Will definitely return read more

Found this place to be just average. Definitely not a 5 star experience like others had. Food and service both average. Prices were decent though. Wouldn't go out of my way to return. read more

Dolce Freddo Gelato - the entrance to the store - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Newburyport, Massachusetts

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Taro ice cream was surprisingly good. Like, packed with actual taro flavor. I also asked for pistachio underneath but it was a pretty gritty taste that I didn't love. But man do they pack it to the brim. It was dripping like crazy once I began eating it but for like $5, it was worth it. Even the smallest size is good to share. read more

Dolce Freddo Gelato - Outside - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Newburyport, Massachusetts

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Was ready to order when the staff was considerate enough to offer a trial before I finalized my decision lol. The chocolate with cayenne flavor was very interesting with a spicy kick but it wasn't too much for me to handle and I enjoyed it! :D read more

All I can say is too many options!! I could have tried most of them! Very creamy and delicious! You can get a sample taste read more

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

You can get two scoops in a large which was then quite large. I had chocolate which was fine. Service was fast.

Great little shop in a busy area, there are no seats but lots of space outside and right across from a park. The portions are really good too! read more

Dolce Freddo Gelato - Raspberry gelato - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Newburyport, Massachusetts

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Best Gelato in New England. I LOVE LOVE LOVE the Sea Salt Caramel with Heath Bars. Perfect texture and flavor is astonishing. Recommended it to quite a few people and they all agreed it was amazing! read more

Dolce Freddo Gelato - Sea Salt Caramel and Pink Lemonade - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Newburyport, Massachusetts

Love the sorbetto at this place. We had stumble upon the establishment after seeing a lot of people walking around the waterfront with gelato in their hands. Glad we made the track to this place. Was very happy with the selection of sorbetto offered - given that they are dairy free and nut free. Decided on the 2 scoops sorbetto $4.75 to share - very berry and lemon. The sorbetto was rich and smooth. My friend asked me repeatedly if it really is dairy free as it was very creamy - something that a lot of places offering sorbetto failed to achieve. The sorbetto was also at the right temperature - I dislike sorbetto that melted into slush seconds after they handed it to you. You can taste the berry and lemon in the sorbetto - definitely the real deal. Given the price point and the quality of the sorbetto, I would definitely stop by again whenever I am in the area. read more

Delicious gelato and generous portions for a great price. Just the treat we needed to cool down on a hot day. Very friendly staff too; I recommend the stop! read more

Very velvety confections. Very friendly staff. A bit short on ambiance. Well worth a visit

My fiancée and I decided to attend Dolce Freddo Gelato tonight for a little sweet treat after a nice long day on the island. The reviews were good and the establishment was still open so, why not? We got in line behind some other customers and explored the many flavors to our disposal while we waited our turn. Once it was our turn, the problems started... My fiancée asked for a sample of the peanut butter gelato which was greeted by a somewhat disgruntled response from the lady working. Confused but not discouraged, I then asked for a sample of the caramel brownie which received the same response. My fiancée then decided to go with the pistachio, which that same worker responded in a tone that was less than friendly "pistachio??..." At that point we were a little more than confused and were wondering what her problem was. Her partner behind the counter came up to take my order which was given no response at all, also another sign of the hideous customer service at this place. The gelato was great, however, the customer service was distasteful. We will be coming back! Good gelato. read more

Had to look up the definition of 'gelato' after I went here. Sure enough, 'denser' was one of the ways it was described relative to classic american ice cream. My rum raisin was definitely smoother, creamier and silkier as gelato is also often described, but it was not denser. And that's kind of a problem for me because density is where it's at. It wasn't so much that there were no raisins and barely a hint of rum, it was the lack of density that has me questioning this place. I've had gelato before and it was definitely denser, even when bought from the supermarket. I would give the place two stars but it could be specific to rum raisin. I'm not going to lie, I'm on the fence here. This being said the location is great and since the implosion of Orange Leaf, it's the only game in town in the square. Brought to you with the generous support of the Titanic Nut Company. read more

Hands down BEST black raspberry desert I've EVER had the pleasure of EXPERIENCING. This was not just a treat.. but was an unforgettable EXPERIENCE. read more

Come on this place is just awesome. It is the best gelato out there in Massachusetts, dare I say the US. It is creamy but not overly so and just the right touch of sweet. My girl has been getting the sorbettos lately and they are just a scrumptious (yes, I am an adult and I used that word). I am a big fan of their Methuen location and this is only slightly better only because it is in delightful Newburyport. read more

Perfect location if you want to eat some gelato by the waterfront. I was surprised by their large selection of flavors. I opted for the hazelnut and chocolate hazelnut and both were great. I thought the prices were actually lower than expected given their location in a touristy part of town. Would definitely stop by again if I'm in Newburyport. read more

Best dang gelato ive ever eaten, I would drive 45 minutes to eat it again. So many options and the price is amazing for what you get. I loved it!! read more

Dolce Freddo Gelato - Cookie dough, strawberry cheesecake, coconut and raspberry sorbet!! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Newburyport, Massachusetts

In Newburyport for the 4th of July hanging with a friend. Wanted a sweet treat and have been to the Dolce in Methuen so stopped in. They were steadily busy but luckily when I walked in there was only one person in front of me already being helped. A very nice lady was ready to assist me and my friend noticed it was more economical for us to share a Grande (4 scoops - $5.65) in a cup vs each getting a cup with 2 scoops ($4.25). We chose the orange creamsicle, coffe expresso bean, coffee cookie and caramel brownie. First bite of the caramel brownie and you could really taste the caramel, brownie crumbles vs chunks (which I prefer more), both coffee gelato's had great coffee flavors and the creamsicle was excellent! Reminiscent of childhood days of the creamsicle on a stick. 5 stars for services, my server was very friendly, value for a 4 scoop (generous size) and taste. Poland springs 1 pint water bottles were $1.25 which was also very reasonable for a highly traveled tourist location. read more

Yay gelato! Although I usually go to the Methuen location, I am not averse to coming to this shop when in Newburyport. The main differences? Fewer flavors and my favorite server (looking at you Bob) works in Methuen. Now go get yourself a 2 scoop! read more

You just can't always stop in at the right time and I guess this wasn't our right time! When we arrived via a little walk from the restaurant down the street - there was one couple in line waiting. At first I didn't think much of it, but there was only one person in the place waiting on people and she was on the phone. As she continued to talk on the phone - I wasn't able to tell if she was talking to her boyfriend, girlfriend or a prospective customer, but I was able to tell that it was starting to be rude! As my party of 6 waited for the couple to finally get waited on - our party was able to make all of our choices. One by one we ordered from the large selection and one by one I heard favorable sounds. I couldn't wait to taste mine - Taramisu - but was greatly disappointed in the flavor. It almost tasted a bit on the old side - like some store bought ice cream after you leave it partially opened in the freezer. Though it was palatable - it wasn't close to be better then "ok". read more

I'm just going to come out and say it: This place is not very good. And based on the many other glowing reviews, I'm in the minority with this opinion. But I've been here a few times and quality is noticeably lacking. It has disappointed even my boyfriend, who claims not to be able to tell between good food and bad. Now, it's not terrible, it's just not good. The gelato is more icy than creamy, and that isn't what gelato is supposed to be. The flavors are bland. However, I keep forgetting this and going back, giving it another chance, thinking this time will be different. But it never is. I went last night and ended up throwing out most of it because I wasn't enjoying it. That says a lot because I'm not the type to throw out ice cream. Want some world-class, life-altering gelato? Check out Gelato Fiasco in Brunswick, Maine. Holy Mary is it crazy good. read more

While we were dining outside at Brine, we saw a few people walking around with ice cream and decided to go that route for dessert. Dolce Freddo is a lovely little gelato store with lots of flavors, generous portions, and very good prices. The staffers were happy to give us several samples (even though it was about 10 minutes from closing time). Grab a decadent treat and people watch on the benches outside. A great choice for a sweet treat in Newburyport! read more

Dolce Freddo Gelato - Mmmmm - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Newburyport, Massachusetts

I tend to get gelato whenever I'm in Newburyport and this is the place to get it. The servings size is HUGE, at least I think so, for a gelato place. The service is nice. I am a big fan of the hazelnut flavor, but i did try some sort of peanut butter cup last time and it was super creamy. Friend had the blood orange flavor, it kind of tasted like sweet tarts. The price is pretty normal, and acceptable especially for the quantity. The selection of flavors is also pretty good. read more

Black raspberry is my favorite one. Rich in flavor. Never go wrong with chocolate also. Get that on summertime will be amazing! Love it!

I love Dolce Freddo Gelato in Newburyport! They have so many flavors to choose from and I have had most of them. All very delicious! The staff is so friendly and will give you samples if you ask. A great way to try before you buy. The cappuccino and shakes are very tasty too. The location is great, right in the downtown square. I highly recommend a trip to the best gelato around!! You won't be disappointed :-) read more

Given the glorying reviews here, I walked in with high hopes... I tried the coffee and espresso Gelato as well as the mint chocolate chip Sorbet. The Sorbet is way too sweet for my taste. Both my friend and I liked the espresso flavor though. I normally would support any local stores like this but I have to say I am not impressed. The presentation is just mediocre. The only upside is they are generous with the portion. read more

Order by the scoop in a take-away container! It is great for sharing and can go in the freezer when you can't finish it all. This way you also get to try lots of flavors instead of one or two in your cup. The prices are reasonable and the flavor list extensive. I wouldn't take a big family there for the price, but its a good ending to an evening date. read more

Dolce Freddo is a relatively new comer on the scene in Newburyport. The gelato is pretty gosh darn good. Friendly staff offering samples is right on. Grab a scoop and take a walk. I am not a fan of Gram's and when they were the only game in town Newburyport suffered dearly. A candy store around the corner (on Inn Street) started offering Richardson's ice cream the same year Dolce opened so now the options seem limitless. Pass read more

My friend and I were at Colby Farms for the sunflower field and she suddenly had a craving for ice cream. She Yelped and found gelato instead so off we went to find Dolce Freddo. I ordered three flavors: hazelnut, pistachio and caramel brownie. Now maybe it's just me, but when I read the reviews here about the gelato not tasting flavorful, I had to do a double take and make sure this is the same place that we went to. And it is! The hazelnut tasted like Nutella (of course) and it was amazeballs. Definitely one of my favorite flavors. The caramel brownie had brownie bits in it and a strong taste of caramel, though not too overwhelming. Pistachio tasted as it sounds like. The price was reasonable. $4.99 for 3 gigantic scoops. The next time I visit Newburyport, I'll make sure to come back here again. read more

Beware of unclear pricing. They posted that a "bambino can be a scoop of two flavors," and posted a "small" at $5.49. I got a bambino with baccio and lemon sorbetto and they charged me $8.90. When I questioned how that was possible, they simply said, "That's what it is." read more