Maya literally made us feel so special love her ice cream so good yum ! Worth the drive from La fs:)read more

I was really excited to try this ice cream shop after seeing it all over Instagram and TikTok…read more Everyone seemed to be calling it one of the best ice cream spots in San Diego, and after finally trying it for myself, I completely understand the hype. We waited nearly an hour and a half, close to two hours, in line near closing time. It was freezing outside, and there were definitely moments when we questioned whether it was worth it. Looking back, I can honestly say it was. One thing that immediately stood out was the service. The staff continuously came through the line offering samples, explaining the different flavors, sharing how some of them were created, and helping people decide what they might enjoy before reaching the counter. It made the long wait feel much more manageable and showed how much they genuinely care about the customer experience. When it was finally our turn, I was completely overwhelmed in the best way possible. Every flavor I sampled seemed better than the last. Even the flavors I was convinced I would not like ended up surprising me and becoming some of my favorites. The creativity, quality, and balance of flavors were honestly impressive. Everything tasted unique, thoughtful, and incredibly well executed. My friends and I spent so much time trying to decide which flavors to choose because there were simply too many good options. That is not a problem I usually have at an ice cream shop. The only thing I regret is not ordering a bigger size. The moment I finished my ice cream, I wished I had gotten a larger cup or cone because it was that good. This place is truly a gem. I would love to see them expand beyond San Diego because I have no doubt they would be just as successful in Los Angeles and Orange County. While I hope the line is a little shorter next time, I would absolutely come back and wait for this ice cream again. It was one of the most memorable desserts I have had in a long time.

Think of this review as a classic example of comparison & contrast. Yes, this review is a bit…read moredelayed, but after returning from Chicago, a city known for its pizza, I feel that I can reasonably claim that Chicago pizza doesn't compare to the masterpiece of culinary perfection served at Gelati & Peccati. Cuisine: 5/5. Full disclosure, I'm not a big pizza aficionado. In my experience, pizza usually either tastes over-processed or it lacks flavor--especially in the U.S. This was certainly my experience in Chicago. Large, dull slabs of dough, lacking in one iota of flavor, to the point where me and my European colleague kept pouring pepper on the pizza in the futile attempt to summon flavor out of the pizza. Up until my special experience at Gelati & Peccati, (sorry, I can't recall which slice I ordered), the only memorable pizza experience that forced me to reconsider my anti-pizza opinion was in Perpignan, France. And to be fair, this isn't an apples to apples comparison, as nearly every item of food in Europe tastes better than the over-processed poison served in the uniquely American hell-scape of chain restaurants and fast food joints. Note: there are many caveats to this claim, which include but aren't limited to Mexican food, Brazilian food, Thai food, Texas Brisket, Soul Food, and anything that isn't saltine cracker-bland AF. That said, the slice of heaven served at Gelati & Peccati is nothing but flames, and it stands in stark contrast to the banal slabs of dough purporting to be pizza in Chicago. Look, it's simple: I could actually taste each ingredient. Yes, the cheese tasted like actual cheese, and the veggies and sauce actually tasked like--food. This was just the paradigm shift that I needed when it comes to eating pizza in the U.S. I will definitely return the next time I pass through SD. Ambiance: 5/5. The woman working the ovens that night delivered authentic/energetic Euro vibes as she danced to EDM while preparing our pizzas. Definitely felt like we weren't in the states, which was refreshing. Much thanks! Buen provecho.

My daughter and I came here for a sweet treat after our Mother's Day brunch. We shared a medium cup…read morewith coffee hazelnut with salted caramel and banana walnut brownie. These 2 flavors were the perfect combo! It's interesting how the shop sold gelato and pizza. There was a large assortment of different types of pizzas that looked quite tasty, but we were stuffed. We were very happy with our gelato though! The space was rather small, but there was a long hightop table along the wall inside and stools, as well as some small tables and chairs in the front of the shop. It's not the prettiest place, but the gelato was good.

As a big man that seldomly travels, I wasn't sure if I would like Venchi. But to my surprise, I had…read morea pleasant time there and even received great help from the staff with what I wanted. Diana specifically was very helpful and made me feel at home. The way she talks makes me feel unjudged. She also had great recommendations, so I knew she knew her product. Glad I came to this store, and glad the staff was so welcoming.

The gelato here is seriously amazing -- rich, flavorful, creamy, and probably some of the best I've…read morehad in a long time. The dark chocolate especially had a deep, intense flavor that was incredible. However, I do want to bring attention to something important regarding nut allergies. Unfortunately, there were nut pieces mixed into my dark chocolate gelato from a cone/scooper cross-contamination, and I ended up having an allergic reaction after eating it. Luckily, I had medicine with me, but situations like that can become very serious very quickly. I'm not writing this to bash the place because the gelato truly is great, but I do hope the staff can be more mindful and careful with allergy precautions moving forward.

Cute little gelato shop in the North part of little Italy. Outdoor seating and indoor stool…read moreseating along an open window, so you can happily watch the world go by while eating. Their gelato is so good that I suggest that you sit down while eating it!! The gelato tastes like it is well made with quality ingredients. Many interesting, yet thoughtfully concocted flavors (that is, tasty but not weird). I especially loved the rose flavored scoop. Wow! The servers were polite and dedicated to their product, and were happy to let us try samples.

I love the flavors they have. The Banaretto was my favorite. It tastes like actual banana and not…read moreartificial. The strawberry sorbet was my second favorite. It was very refreshing. The first time I came on a Sunday night and the line was out the door but it was only a 15 minute wait. This place is a million times better than other places where you have to wait an hour.

Amazing service!! Super sweet and the flavors are so fresh. I highly recommend if you want a sweet…read moretreat and are just stopping by! 11/10!

I would give 10 stars if that was an option! I called looking to create a gelato dessert bar for my…read moreniece's graduation lunch and Klaudio was soooooo helpful! First of all, my phone call was immediately answered. He made ordering easy and seamless. I picked flavors from their menu, he even created a custom flavor for us after I told him the color theme of the lunch was lavender/purple. This is a gem of a business and I feel lucky to have found it on Yelp. The gelato was creamy and delicious, each flavor was a crowd pleaser. This small business more than deserves all the support! The best part was, our order came packed meticulously with lots of frozen gel packs and enough cups and spoons and mini cones for everybody. I will definitely come back whenever in the San Diego area. The location was convenient and right off the freeway for pick up.

Calling all La Jolla Cove Beach Pedestrians: This is your one stop for gelato. Here. Stop. Right…read moreHere. It was our first time trying this gelato place out and we were just amazed not how many people were inside the joint, but our server was immaculate! She took us inside and allowed us to try as many samples as we wanted- mind you there was 4 of us and she was so quick with handing us the samples. Now these samples were chunky I tell you! She definitely was above and beyond! It was so hard to choose the flavors..I spent a good while thinking about it but finally thought: "I'm in a new gelato spot that is miles away where I live, I gotta go for something different" - aha! "Pistachio and Honey Cinnamon combo" And I don't regret my choice.

SD locals and beyond love this place and for good reason. I've visited their little Italy location…read moreand this one, but the La Jolla location just hits different. Just a stroll away from La Jolla shores, you can't beat the power combo of delicious gelato and the views. I cannot emphasize enough, without a fail I come here EVERYTIME I'm in the area. I won't lie, it's not a cheap sweat treat but it is worth every penny for the quality and sheer deliciousness in every bite. My go to flavor is the mediterraneo (don't know if I'm spelling that right) which is a mixed nut (hazelnut, almond, pistachio) flavor that is just as rich and luscious as you could imagine. The gelato melts quick so make sure to eat fast and enjoy the experience while it lasts. If you want to prolong the experience they also offer pints to take home with you. Sometimes they give samples out front but you can also request samples when you're inside before ordering. Their menu rotates seasonally with some mainstay flavors so there's almost always something new to try.

this place has been on my bucket list for so long since i saw that an's dry cleaning was voted as…read morethe #1 ice cream shop in america, and i definitely think that this shop lived up to the hype! i also love a good ice cream shop that does fusion flavors well, and this one hit all of my expectations. the workers here are super sweet and patient! every party that comes in is allowed to sample all of the available flavors without having to ask individually, and i loved the concept since i was able to try all that they had. i ended up choosing the sagada (ube & coconut caramel) and leather (brown butter & chocolate chip cookie) in a waffle cone, and this was SO yummy !! the gelato is extremely smooth and not too sweet, and the flavors i got meshed well together. my friends and i all really loved the leather flavor and even bought a pint to-go! the workers also PACKED my cone and made sure i got my money's worth hehe. i want to definitely visit the other shops if i'm ever in san diego again!

My co-residents and I knew that we had to stop by one of An's ice cream shops before leaving SD and…read moreI am so glad we did because this was the best gelato I've ever had. The experience was overall just so fun too because we were literally able to sample every flavor before ordering and they were all so good that it was hard to decide. The workers were so sweet and chatty and overall just added to the positive experience! There's a few tables inside and I absolutely LOVED their decorations!! There were so many hats all around and it was such a cute concept. For the gelato, I decided to get a small with the flavors Leather and Cypress. The Leather was a brown butter flavor with chocolate chips and I was so impressed. It was soo rich and so addicting that I bought a pint of it to bring home, even though I lived a 2 hour drive away. The Cypress was a super rich chocolate flavor which I also loved! The slight bitterness was a great contrast to the sweetness of the Leather. I was so addicted and would definitely recommend this place!

While staying at the Bahia Resort Hotel for a conference in June 2026, I walked toward the Mission…read moreBeach boardwalk and saw this gelato place. They have free samples outside and it looked promising. The service was excellent with friendly staff who answered my questions about what flavor would go well with straciatella. To my surprise, they suggested a seasonal flavor (Quattro fruit - which included berries). Both were delicious flavors. Bobboi Gelato is a welcome contrast to the neighboring taco shops and vendors. If you're staying in Mission Bay for a conference or vacation, be sure to stop by this place! The 2-scoop small size ($6.50) was delicious and just the right size. Although it has a cozy ambiance in a very tiny space, there is no indoor or outdoor seating. You'll have to carry it to go!

I don't know why it's taken me this long to write a review, because I've been coming here for a…read morewhile--and it's hands down the BEST gelato in Mission Bay! I love stopping by for a sample before picking the flavor of the week. My kids are the adventurous ones, trying something new flavors every time (this week's winner: watermelon ). As for me, I can never resist the Moka--it's my forever favorite. The serving sizes are perfect, just enough to satisfy without being overwhelming. On top of the delicious gelato, the service is always warm and welcoming--the people who work here truly make the experience even better. Between the creamy texture, fun variety, and friendly smiles, this place is a must-stop whenever you're in Mission Bay!