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    4.4 (105 reviews)
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    Gelateria dei Gracchi 01-18-2020
    Michael U.

    Serving Rome from his original store at Via dei Gracchi 272 since 1999 Alberto Manassei is considered one of Rome's preeminent Gelato makers, a midlife career change seeing the former musician learn the craft from him brother while living in Sardinia. Tucked away on a side street in Prati, other Gelateria since opened including an outpost of Romana less than 600 meters away, it is inside a humble space that guests find thirty flavors daily, attention to recent trends including both Lactose and Gluten-free options. Eschewing Preservatives and Dyes, with no Ingredient hailing from outside Italy, freshness is described as Gelateria dei Gracchi's core value, though for diners not fluent in Italian this can only be teased out online as no one on-site speaks English. Famous to the point of four stores, including larger locations with seating, it was after lengthy perusal that three flavors were selected, the matte green Pistacchio di Bronte beautifully flavored yet "gummy" in texture, while Pine Nut and Dates with Walnut followed-suit with ice crystals in the latter leading one to assume inappropriate storage temperature.

    Pistachio rolled in pistachio...
    Yasmeen Z.

    Literally the best gelateria in Italy- and Italy has the best gelato in the world generally- so in conclusion - this is the best gelato in the world! We learned of this place from the late great Anthony Bourdain, and boy did we love this gem. There are no words to describe the creaminess and intensity of the flavors. The pistachio is beyond out of this world- the best thing you'll ever eat. I'm also obsessed with the hazelnut and straciatella. The service is lovely, they have a few locations around rome, but the one on Gracchi st I think is the best :) MUST HAVE IN ROME!!!

    Wing C.

    They carry some of the most interesting flavor combos we'd ever come across. Caramel pear, pine nut cream, honey and rice - it was soooo tough for us to narrow down to these 3. And we weren't disappointed - they were all beyond delicious. Pear was refreshing, cream was nutty (had actual pine nuts folded within), the honey & rice was just perfect (the unique texture and balance of sweetness) - can I get another cup please to myself?

    Almost gone by the end of the night!
    Eugene N.

    I stayed just around the corner from this place, but never tried it until just now. We tried a few places around Rome, and on the way back to the hotel we thought we try this hole in the wall place. Nothing fancy on the outside. Just very simple, and fairly small realestate inside and out. We go inside and we notice most of the flavors, though still plentiful, already were a lot less than any other place I've ever been to in terms of gelato, so they were certainly in demand. I also noticed the gelato was less colorful compared to other places, but I read this was a good thing. Meaning everything is more natural and the places that have bright colors is because they use other unnatural ingredients. The guy behind the counter was friendly and spoke English and understood us no problem. We got 2 cones and let us pick 3 flavors. 2.50 Euro each. VERY GOOD! Considering the others around town were more. So to some it up, it IS as good as everybody says. Heck why should you believe me or these average Joes.. Anythony, motha-f-ing Bourdain picks this place as the best of the best in terms of gelato! Each flavor was distinct, and the texture was so silky smooth. Geez, how can I explain it, it really is good compared to the 3-4 other gelato places we tried........ IN ROME, ITALY.. why would I even compare those from the USA? lol. It was nice to find out all of the celeb background behind this place AFTER we tried it so there were no expectations. Hopefully you will too, but if your reading my review, sorry I just ruined that for you.

    Solid gelateria in Rome. No line when we went. Pistachio had a nice roasted flavor. Also had the pear and ricotta was very good! It was super creamy and rich with nice chunks of pear that were great texture.

    Orange roasted almond
    Zainab F.

    Ok, so in an area with lots of gelato options, if you like it on a cone, I'd go elsewhere. They use the basic thin cone used around the world in ice cream trucks, etc. The gelato itself, though, was fantastic. I loved the orange toasted almond gelato which tasted like orange blossom! SO good! They do charge 2.50 euros for the smallest size. For 2 euros at La Romana within 0.3 miles down the road, you can get the same size gelato with a better cone and they add chocolate to the bottom of it if you like it that way! I forgot how much Venchi is, but they'll add fresh chocolate around the cone and crust it with chocolate chunks or nuts.

    nicole c.

    This place was great. Small, authentic gelato, all locals and no tourists in the shop when I was there. Got the limone and almond. The limone was good, but the almond, man it was amazing! Highly recommend. Although definitely don't take the hours listed on their door for face value, they opened more than an hour after they were supposed to.

    Grab a number and take a seat. It's worth it
    Shawn M.

    I left the hotel with one thing in mind. Finding the best Gelato in Rome. I searched for about an hour and a half for this place. Lots of trains, lots of walking. It would have taken 30 min to find, but my italian is rusty and my iPhone Google Maps died on the way. But when i found this and took one bite of gelato i decided it was well worth the wait. Just the line alone at 16:00 was out of the door and there were at least 18 people in front of me. I would have happily waited another hour for this gelato. Fresh, delish, perfect. Seriously there is no better gelateria in Rome. This is a MUST visit if you are in rome, you will not regret it.

    Pistachio and pine nut gelatos in one cone!

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    They were friendly and the line wasn't too long. Not a ton of flavors but thru had the right ones.

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    Amazing gelato! The salted caramel peanut was unbelievable. I am craving more and need to taste all the other flavors.

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    Amazing vegan chocolate sorbet! They have a wide variety of vegan flavors as well. So good I came here two days i a row!

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    Giolitti - Inside seating

    Giolitti

    4.4(1.1k reviews)
    1.2 kmCentro Storico
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    In the past, I knew of Gelateria Navona, just a few doors up from the actual piazza, and that was…read moremy go-to place for gelato in Rome. Expecting it to be there one year, I walked over to Piazza Navona and Gelateria Navona had evidently closed. I would then get gelato here and there. I then learned that Giolitti is a long standing gelateria and it's also in the historic center. I filed the name away in my head. Then, one day, I happened to walk right in front of it without even looking for it, so I went in. Giolitti is popular and it can be crowded. I'm going to say that I waited about 10 to 15 minutes. You pay at a counter first, deciding on what you want and how much of it, such as scoops and whether it will be in a cup or a cone. Once up at the counter, they don't rush you, which surprised me. I don't take that much time since I don't experiment much, but I still appreciate the courtesy. The price is roughly what everyone else in the historic center is charging. I always opt for the gelato it in a cup so you can "control" the dripping. The gelato - a mix of dark chocolate and two citrus flavors - was "molto buono." That said, just because it's so popular, I'm not going to downgrade Giolitti for it and complain about the crowds. You downgrade gourmet donut places in the U.S. where their fame has gone to their heads. There is also a spacious salon with nicer decor in which you can eat inside. At this point, Giolitti is really the only gelateria in Rome whose name I remember. I would gladly go back and I recommend it.

    That was good. I like the pomegranate flavor. Their gelato was a lot cleaner and refreshing. Sour…read morecherry flavor was very strong.

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    Giolitti - One of the few gelato shops where you can have a seat indoors

    One of the few gelato shops where you can have a seat indoors

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    Baked goods

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    Gelateria alla Scala - Small Cup of Pistachio.

    Gelateria alla Scala

    4.4(36 reviews)
    2.0 kmTrastevere

    Nice and cute gelato shop in the Trastevere neighborhood. After lunch, I wanted a little treat…read morewhile strolling the streets and stumbled upon here. I got a small cup (€3) of pistachio flavor. It's nutty, creamy and a sweet treat.

    GELATERIA alla SCALA in Trastevere is the kind of gelato stop that turns an ordinary walk through…read moreRome's most charming neighborhood into something unforgettable. Tucked along the lively streets of Trastevere, this little spot delivers gelato with genuine craftsmanship and flavors that taste as authentic as the city around you. The first thing you notice is the freshness. Each flavor looks vibrant--not overly piled or artificially glossy--and you can tell everything is made with real ingredients. One spoonful confirms it: the gelato is creamy, smooth, and beautifully balanced. The fruit flavors burst with natural sweetness, especially the mango and strawberry, while the classics like pistachio, hazelnut, and chocolate showcase that rich, deep, true-to-ingredient taste that only well-made gelato can achieve. Their specialty flavors are equally impressive--unique without feeling gimmicky--and everything is served at the perfect temperature so the texture stays silky, not icy. Portions are generous, prices are fair, and the cones have that fresh baked aroma that adds an extra layer of enjoyment. The staff is warm and welcoming, happy to offer suggestions, and patient even when you're debating between ten flavors that all look incredible. The atmosphere reflects Trastevere itself--relaxed, friendly, and full of character. Whether you're ending a meal, cooling off on a sunny Roman afternoon, or simply exploring one of the city's most spirited neighborhoods, GELATERIA alla SCALA is a sweet stop worth seeking out. A delicious reminder that some of Rome's best moments come in a cup--or a cone.

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    Gelateria Artigianale Corona

    Gelateria Artigianale Corona

    4.5(30 reviews)
    1.8 kmCentro Storico

    I had a food tour in Rome of family owned business' and this was my last stop. They make all of…read moretheir gelato in house and the owner was manning the store tonight. If you don't know what real gelato should look like check my photos. First it shouldn't be piled high into mountains. Secondly the colors should be natural. The banana and pistachio gelato in my photos are perfect representations. On to the tasting! My tour included one cone and I got two scoops of pistachio and licorice. We said our goodbyes to the tour and the gelato was so good I wanted more. We ended up getting an affogato and a few more scoops in a bowl the second time. This was very close to where Julius Caesar was assassinated so we walked over and checked it out. When done I couldn't resist and had to go back a third time as I really wanted to try the orange gelato. The owner laughed as he couldn't believe we were back again. The orange was so good! There was bits of orange skin and it tasted really fresh. When I'm back in Rome I will visit my new friend here at the Gelateria!

    Can you visit Italy and not eat gelato? I couldn't do it. And so for the last stop on my food tour…read morein Rome, we ended here. I tasted the lemon and it was great but I settled on the peperoncino. Yes, gelato with spice. This was the right choice. Sweet, creamy and then POW! with a bit of zing at the end. Service was friendly. There isn't much space nearby for sitting so you'll get your gelato to go. [Review 19155 overall - 310 in Italy - 125 of 2023.]

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    Gelateria Artigianale Corona - Watermelon gelato

    Watermelon gelato

    Gelateria Artigianale Corona - Entrance to Gelateria Artigianale Corona

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    Gelateria Artigianale Corona - Orange Gelato

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