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Right next to the Duomo you will find this gelato place that serves a lot more than gelato. They have coffee , pastries and more. It's a great location mostly for tourists I believe. Prices are higher than other places but you are in the middle of Florence tourist area, it's expected. The gelato is good and so are the freshly baked pastries. Great spot for a break during museum hopping or a late afternoon snack. They are open late so it's convenient. I did get gelato a few times from here. Loved the chocolate mint and the hazelnut.
First of all, the food here was great. All we got was some macaroons, a few assorted flavors of gelato. Good gelato, and flavorful macaroon's, however my point deduction is not because of the food. 2 stars have been deducted as a result of a certain policy they felt the need to enforce upon us. Originally we went to order at the counter, and they told us if we intend to eat in there we can take a seat and someone will come attend to us. So we decided to sit and a really nice waiter came quickly. However, we went to order, and he told us just a simple cup of gelato absolutely needs to be ordered from the outside counter. So he took our order for our other food, but then made me get up and walk outside to order a simple cup of gelato, even though they had originally asked us to eat in. Like I said earlier, the food is great, but had it been an extremely busy tourist day, we would've left when asked to go back outside.
If you're anywhere near the Duomo, stop here! Get the cheesecake to go. We got Mango but there's other flavors. This is not your average cheesecake. It's like a cheesecake & a strudel had a flight fluffy creamy baby. She makes them fresh every morning. It's an adorable shop right next to the gorgeous & iconic Duomo. Seating inside & out. I'm so sad we're leaving tmrw & I can't eat this cheesecake every day!
Who craves gelato at midnight in the cold? You should too if you can't sleep cause you're still jet lagged and too excited to be in Italy! It was nice to hear them greet me in Italian as soon as I walked up. Sometimes you only hear them speak to Americans in English in this touristy area and they don't even give you a chance to practice your Italian! Here, they were so polite and knew just when to jump in for my gelato rescue when my Italian got a little rusty. You can order from outside at the gelato counter display, or there's a nice seating area inside with good WiFi. It's nice, clean, bright, and pretty inside. They play familiar tunes you'll probably sing to as you contemplate whether you should have gotten a bigger cup as you try to savor your last teeny tiny spoonfuls as long as you can. They don't have a huge gelato selection but they had most of the standard flavors; salted caramel, coffee, pistachio, banana, Nutella, and a few sorbets. I had pistachio and caramel scoops in a cup and they topped it off with a half chocolate-dipped wafer cookie and it did the trick. They had a bunch of other baked goods, pastries, and chocolatey things that looked pretty good on display. Overall, I'd come back if I have another late night craving and will try their other sweets next time.
Love Don Nino, in both Florence and Rome. Yes it's in a touristy area, but most people going to this specific location next to the Duomo are on vacation and tourists. Don Nino's specialty in my opinion is the pistachio cream. Make sure to get the cannoli with pistachio cream and a pistachio macchiato. Their gelatos are superb as well and not too overpriced. The pistachio and coffee gelatos were my favorite. And you can't go wrong with a cafe freddo with a touch of cream to wash down your gelato goodness.
Nice place to chill, eat dessert, drink coffee, people watch and look at the view. Location: It is beside the Florence Cathedral, I was just sight seeing when I look at this cute place, there is a display of desserts and they have outdoor seating. What is amazing with this place is you can sit outside and look at the duomo and cathedral. Service: the servers are okay, I didn't have interaction with them. Food: I only tried to items here. CAPPUCCINO: it was good, taste like the real italian coffee! PISTACHIO ROCHER: omg it is soo good! It has pistachio white chocolate inside! A must! Price rating: 6 out of 10. Not that bad for the deliciousness. A must when you visit Florence! You can chill and look at the view while you are eating dessert and drinking coffee. Pistachio Rocher is a must!
This place has incredible cannolis and coffee! It's super cute located right outside the duomo. You can get a beautiful view of the duomo while enjoying your pastries. You have to try their ricotta stuffed cannoli dipped in chocolate chips. It's incredible. I would definitely recommend this spot!
Came here after dinner one night for cannolis because it was too cold for gelato. We made the mistake of getting the regular sized ones instead of the mini ones and they were super overwhelming and really sweet but still good. I got half hazelnut filling with candied almond bits and the other half was traditional ricotta filling with chocolate chips. I recommend just getting the ricotta filling!!
My boyfriend and I stopped here for a lunch gelato after visiting the Uffizi Gallery while our travel group. Very yummy! It was pretty crowded but they do have both inside and outside seating. We ordered from the outside counter which is open to the street. We ended up sitting inside at a counter that allowed us to look to the window and people watch. They had a pretty big selection of flavors. We both got three scoop dishes (waffles cones; plain, dipped with nuts, sprinkles, or pistachios, available). I had two scoops of Oreo and one of chocolate. The Oreo was good, had a very strong vanilla creme flavor to it. I do wish there had been more Oreo pieces. The chocolate was very rich and creamy. My boyfriend had two scoops of Nutella and also the Oreo. He said the Nutella was okay but the Nutella he had had in Venice was better. They do stick a pretty circular waffle cone piece for decoration. Price wise, they were average. I think it came to around 10 euros for both of ours. If you are in the area this isn't a bad place to choose. Is it the best in the area? Probably not but still a good option. I would go back to try some of their other flavors!
Right across from the Duomo and great views. They have gelato and other desserts like cannolis, tiramisu, croissants, etc I was told by a local to hit up any gelato spot that noted "artigianale" in their name/storefront. Meaning artisanal or homemade, which is always a plus. So we went straight for the gelato and went with: Coconut Mango Stracciatella The flavors were all very tasty and worth a revisit. read more
10 months ago
Don Nino was such a charming little spot -- the decor is super cute and creates the perfect atmosphere for a sweet treat break. The service was so friendly, and the staff made us feel welcome right away. We ordered a cannoli that they filled fresh on the spot, half traditional and half pistachio. It was the best cannoli I've ever had. To top it off, the view outside is beautiful since it's located right by the Duomo -- a lovely place to sit and enjoy a treat while taking in the sights. Highly recommend stopping here if you're in Florence! read more
We stopped here on our way back from dinner. Very clean and new looking inside. The line moved quickly which was nice. Few tables outside if you want to sit. Few on the inside. The girl serving it could have been a little nicer. The gelato was very good. We got hazelnut and chocolate. read more
Right next to the Duomo you will find this gelato place that serves a lot more than gelato. They have coffee , pastries and more. It's a great location mostly for tourists I believe. Prices are higher than other places but you are in the middle of Florence tourist area, it's expected. The gelato is good and so are the freshly baked pastries. Great spot for a break during museum hopping or a late afternoon snack. They are open late so it's convenient. I did get gelato a few times from here. Loved the chocolate mint and the hazelnut. read more
1 year ago
4 years ago
First of all, the food here was great. All we got was some macaroons, a few assorted flavors of gelato. Good gelato, and flavorful macaroon's, however my point deduction is not because of the food. 2 stars have been deducted as a result of a certain policy they felt the need to enforce upon us. Originally we went to order at the counter, and they told us if we intend to eat in there we can take a seat and someone will come attend to us. So we decided to sit and a really nice waiter came quickly. However, we went to order, and he told us just a simple cup of gelato absolutely needs to be ordered from the outside counter. So he took our order for our other food, but then made me get up and walk outside to order a simple cup of gelato, even though they had originally asked us to eat in. Like I said earlier, the food is great, but had it been an extremely busy tourist day, we would've left when asked to go back outside. read more
2 years ago
2 years ago
If you're anywhere near the Duomo, stop here! Get the cheesecake to go. We got Mango but there's other flavors. This is not your average cheesecake. It's like a cheesecake & a strudel had a flight fluffy creamy baby. She makes them fresh every morning. It's an adorable shop right next to the gorgeous & iconic Duomo. Seating inside & out. I'm so sad we're leaving tmrw & I can't eat this cheesecake every day! read more
Who craves gelato at midnight in the cold? You should too if you can't sleep cause you're still jet lagged and too excited to be in Italy! It was nice to hear them greet me in Italian as soon as I walked up. Sometimes you only hear them speak to Americans in English in this touristy area and they don't even give you a chance to practice your Italian! Here, they were so polite and knew just when to jump in for my gelato rescue when my Italian got a little rusty. You can order from outside at the gelato counter display, or there's a nice seating area inside with good WiFi. It's nice, clean, bright, and pretty inside. They play familiar tunes you'll probably sing to as you contemplate whether you should have gotten a bigger cup as you try to savor your last teeny tiny spoonfuls as long as you can. They don't have a huge gelato selection but they had most of the standard flavors; salted caramel, coffee, pistachio, banana, Nutella, and a few sorbets. I had pistachio and caramel scoops in a cup and they topped it off with a half chocolate-dipped wafer cookie and it did the trick. They had a bunch of other baked goods, pastries, and chocolatey things that looked pretty good on display. Overall, I'd come back if I have another late night craving and will try their other sweets next time. read more
Love Don Nino, in both Florence and Rome. Yes it's in a touristy area, but most people going to this specific location next to the Duomo are on vacation and tourists. Don Nino's specialty in my opinion is the pistachio cream. Make sure to get the cannoli with pistachio cream and a pistachio macchiato. Their gelatos are superb as well and not too overpriced. The pistachio and coffee gelatos were my favorite. And you can't go wrong with a cafe freddo with a touch of cream to wash down your gelato goodness. read more
7 years ago
Nice place to chill, eat dessert, drink coffee, people watch and look at the view. Location: It is beside the Florence Cathedral, I was just sight seeing when I look at this cute place, there is a display of desserts and they have outdoor seating. What is amazing with this place is you can sit outside and look at the duomo and cathedral. Service: the servers are okay, I didn't have interaction with them. Food: I only tried to items here. CAPPUCCINO: it was good, taste like the real italian coffee! PISTACHIO ROCHER: omg it is soo good! It has pistachio white chocolate inside! A must! Price rating: 6 out of 10. Not that bad for the deliciousness. A must when you visit Florence! You can chill and look at the view while you are eating dessert and drinking coffee. Pistachio Rocher is a must! read more
8 years ago
4 years ago
This place has incredible cannolis and coffee! It's super cute located right outside the duomo. You can get a beautiful view of the duomo while enjoying your pastries. You have to try their ricotta stuffed cannoli dipped in chocolate chips. It's incredible. I would definitely recommend this spot! read more
2 years ago
Came here after dinner one night for cannolis because it was too cold for gelato. We made the mistake of getting the regular sized ones instead of the mini ones and they were super overwhelming and really sweet but still good. I got half hazelnut filling with candied almond bits and the other half was traditional ricotta filling with chocolate chips. I recommend just getting the ricotta filling!! read more
5 years ago
The absolutely cutest shop. You must try the pistachio cannoli with a cappuccino. Seating next to the Duomo while you wait for your tour. read more
My boyfriend and I stopped here for a lunch gelato after visiting the Uffizi Gallery while our travel group. Very yummy! It was pretty crowded but they do have both inside and outside seating. We ordered from the outside counter which is open to the street. We ended up sitting inside at a counter that allowed us to look to the window and people watch. They had a pretty big selection of flavors. We both got three scoop dishes (waffles cones; plain, dipped with nuts, sprinkles, or pistachios, available). I had two scoops of Oreo and one of chocolate. The Oreo was good, had a very strong vanilla creme flavor to it. I do wish there had been more Oreo pieces. The chocolate was very rich and creamy. My boyfriend had two scoops of Nutella and also the Oreo. He said the Nutella was okay but the Nutella he had had in Venice was better. They do stick a pretty circular waffle cone piece for decoration. Price wise, they were average. I think it came to around 10 euros for both of ours. If you are in the area this isn't a bad place to choose. Is it the best in the area? Probably not but still a good option. I would go back to try some of their other flavors! read more
One of the best gelatos in all of Florence! From the running chocolate sink to their amazing cannoli fillings to the creamiest gelatos, they are top of the line. Plus, the location is the best, right in front of the Duomo! Loved it here read more
7 years ago
3 years ago
7 years ago
Truly amazing! We loved or experience here so much, we came back multiple times. Thoroughly enjoyed each pastry we ordered and was perfectly paired with coffee or tea. We found ourselves in sweet treat heaven and the staff was so wonderful and kind. You won't find a more adorable, quaint and gorgeous place in Florence. Just sit back, relax and enjoy these perfectly crafted treats that your tastebuds and stomach desires. Your hips might not love it, but hey you can't come to Florence Italy and not stuff your face with amazing eats! Thank you for this unforgettable experience! read more
7 years ago
Fast and friendly service. A wide variety of pretty standard gelato flavors. Plenty of seating. Accepts credit cards. read more
This is my first gelato in Italy and it's pretty good! While it's not the best I had, this Rome-based dessert chain's gelato is what I had expected from an authentic Italian ice cream. Located right by the Duomo dome entrance, Don Nino is definitely a sight for the weary who just went through the arduous climb up to the Duomo's highest point. If you are not into gelato - for whatever reason, not judging, Don Nino also has made-to-order cannolis and other various fine desserts. In other words, you can definitely get your sweet craving fulfilled here! Anyway, the nearby Edoardo has better gelato but sometimes that place has too much wait, so Don Nino is a good alternative for gelato if you cannot wait, don't want to go around to the other side of Duomo, or want to sit down somewhere indoors. But if you want something different but still sweet, Don Nino is it! read more
7 years ago
10 years ago
I'll get straight to the point: Don Nino's is my favorite dessert bar in all of Italy. And trust me, I've had my fair share of Italian desserts. I ordered a traditional cannoli at the Don Nino's in Rome and my taste buds were exploding with excitement. So, of course, when I passed by the Don Nino's in Florence, I had to make the stop ... three days in a row. I devoured the seven layers hazelnut and chocolate semifreddo in Florence. It was cold, soft and rich. The staff members at both locations were so friendly and fun to be around. A woman at the Florence location spilled her latte all over the floor, but the workers were helpful and kind. They assured her it was not a problem. I wish I could order Don Nino's products online for delivery to America. I'd pay a generous sum for shipping. If I could own a gelateria/pasticceria, I would want it to be exactly what Don Nino's is. Don't pass this place by - no matter how long the gelato line is. I recommend the traditional cannolis, seven layer semmifreddo and their cappuccinos. My travel buddies recommend the gelato. Meraviglioso! read more
so good! i got strawberry gelato in a cone with a macron on top. best gelato i've had so far while in Florence and the macaron was cooked perfectly. Would definitely come again. They had rock music playing, like Red Hot Chili Peppers which I found funny/cute because it didn't match the environment read more
10 years ago
I really enjoyed this place. They had a wide variety of gelato flavored and topped it off with whip cream and a chocolate dipped wafer. The gelato was pretty tasty, among the best I've had on this trip to Italy I also tried a cannoli. I couldn't resist it. They make the cannolis on demand. You get to choose the filing (ricotta or pistachio), dip the shell in chocolate or not, then the option to add more nuts or chocolate chips once it's filled. I chose a chocolate dipped shell with pistachio cream and chocolate chips. It was good my son and husband kept stealing bites from it. My only complaint is it was too sweet for my tastes. read more
First off, you cannot find a better location. It's located right across from the cathedral. You can grab a seat outside and enjoy the beautiful view. I had coffee and pastries, but their cannoli is delicious. It's huge, and you can fill it with ricotta or pistachio. I recommend ricotta because the pistachio gets too sweet. read more
8 years ago
Of all the gelato shops in town we stopped by here because of the happy faces congregating outside. After a short wait our torn came. So many choices. I picked the pistachio flavor. Very yum and creamy. There are tables inside & outside. An enjoyable experience. Kinda of pricy but it's well worth it! read more
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