We read that is one of best gelatos in Bologna so we had to try it. It was worth the detour!…read more The shop is bright with a minimalist decor. It was very clean. There is a list of gelato flavors on the wall. It was hard to choose but chocolate is my go to. The chocolate was rich and super chocolatey! The pistachio was also very good. We were waited in fairly quickly with only one other customer in front of us. It pays to get gelato on the winter-no lines. The store had high top tables to stand at or seating upstairs.

Long line but goes by quick and worth the wait. Big fan of the granitas here, super refreshing on a…read morehot day. Pompelmo rosa and almond were my favorites. Pompelmo rosa gelato super refreshing too, you can taste the pulp and seeds of the real fruit. Tourist/English friendly. No seating so most people were standing and eating inside/outside. A must visit in Bologna!

Bologna is the epicurean capital of Italy. So when I've had all the required dishes, tagliatelle…read moreala bolognese, Tortellini in broth and Lasagne, it was time to hunt down the most delicious Gelato in town. All my sources pointed me to Cremeria La Vecchia Stalla, or in english, The Old Stall. I always start with Pistacchio. This is the standard by which I judge all gelato. I had the Pistacchio di Bronte and underneath the Cioccolata Extra Fondente. The flavor jumps out and it has little bits of granular pistacchio in it creamy and delicious in its own right, one of the best I have had in all of Italy. But the dark chocolate that came later was intense. Rich and a perfect compliment to the pistachio. A great combination. Staff were excellent and very friendly. If in Bologna this is a must for Gelato, you will not be dissapointed

This place is super busy, small and expect long lines that go by rather quick. A kiosk lets you…read moreplace your order, then the counter staff gives you your gelato as ordered. The gelato was delicious and creamy and served with a waffle cookie that stays crisp.

One of the most popular gelato spots in Bologna, but I thought Cremeria Cavour was better than this…read moreone. I appreciated how they had a lot more unique flavors, and I chose the speculoos and the classic pistachio. I thought the texture of the speculoos was a bit underwhelming and the flavor wasn't that precise either. The pistachio was solid, but nothing super memorable. either.

We walked past this gelato place, and in the name of science, we needed to test some flavors. This…read morewas the best gelato we found in Bologna, but the flavors were not quite as authentic as what we had in Florence. However, it was still very good and the staff has exceedingly friendly and helpful. I even was able to see them making the gelato in the back room. I would recommend this place for you to do your own scientific testing. There was no seating inside or outside, which would have been helpful as our gelato melted.

Typical gelato! Quick service, no seating, grab and go dessert. Overall would recommendread more

Good gelatti near the Piazza Magiore. Reasonable price…read more Many flavors. €6.20 for one small and one medium.

This was one of the best gelatos I've had during my trip around Northern Italy. Opted for the…read moremarscapone, creamy pistachio, and Ferraro rocher - all of them were delicious. It came with a free little cookie on top as well. You have the option for a cone or a cup. If you're paying by credit card, you need to pay at the machine and receive a ticket, which you then provide to the counter in order to get your order. Otherwise, if you're paying by cash, you go directly to the cashier. They have premade desserts acai wobble as well. No seating available, so you can just take the gelato to-go and enjoy the lovely streets.

(Yet another ) brilliant gelateria near Santo Stefano. So…read moreyeah, finding an excellent gelateria is not really all that spectacular an achievement in Bologna - after all, this is where most of the Gelato equipment for Italy comes from. Then again, excellence *should* be celebrated, and this, my friends, is an excellent gelateria. The flavors are sound, the textures are Just Right, and there is a ton of happiness in each lick. So, go forth and enjoy!

Most amazing gelato!…read more I only spent 1 day in Bologna which was the worst day of the trip, but this gelato place was the highlight. The flavors were strong and not too creamy.

Fabulous gelato. Small place with no real seating. Friendly staff. Gelato is not piled up for…read moretourists -- it's thick and delish. I definitely recommend.

This sorbetteria has been here since 1994. I could taste the experience in the single flavors or…read morethe composed combination flavors. The Ciocolato fondante is a dark bitter chocolate that should be a jump start to everyone's day. The chocolate is strong and incredibly smooth. The pistachio is true to the nut. It has a natural color so don't expect a bright green. The Dolce Emma made of Ricotta cream and fig caramelized in honey and lemon was my ABSOLUTE favorite. All the patrons that come in are mesmerized by the list of flavors. There is a lot to read. They offer gluten free, lactose free, sugar free and vegan options (!). Definitely a gelateria that you need to visit while in Bologna. The service was great! The staff member was really nice to allow me a taste of several flavors before I made my choice. Gelato taste: 4.5 stars Service: 5 stars...my server spoke some English Ambiance: 5 stars (a beautiful shop and outdoor seating too)

Nom nom nom. What a great spot. Huge portions and great prices. Tried strawberry, pistachio and…read morechocolate hazelnut. Each one was the best gelato flavor of its kind I've had. Impeccable. Wish I lived in this city. Will be back before I leave

Pretty typical - good and quick service with some seating. Nothing really stood out but still…read morequality gelato.

I came in to get a drink after walking a bit. I ended up sitting in their bar for a bit for a rest…read more They have a small room where you can see them making the gelato. I ordered a glass of fresh orange juice. One of the best I've had. So good i didn't take a pic. Also got strawberry gelato. It was delish and so refreshing. The service was quick. She was helping a customer, acknowledged me and said she would be with me shortly. I was willing to wait and not rushed. Thought was nice of her to do that.

Let me start off by saying that there really is no such thing as bad gelato in Italy but Stefino…read moretook it to the next level. I scored a double with chocolate and nut blend of pistachio, almond and pine nut. It was so creamy and stretchy. They even plopped some fresh whipped cream on the top. They also have rice milk based gelato and sorbetto. Prices were average for gelato. Highly recommend.

I almost fell over when I had the wasabi gelato. But what really made me faint was the coffee…read moreflavored Sicilian granita with dark chocolate gelato (custom request). I could have died right then and everything would have been fine. The diligent husband and wife team who own this shop are so sweet--luckily their gelato is not too sweet like the other gelato places which will make you an instant diabetic. I would say this is a destination gelato place. One worth going to Bologna just for a taste of their bright-flavored ices.

Surprisingly disappointing. There is a lot of really good…read moregelato to choose from in Bologna. Like, a *lot*. This, surprisingly, is not one of them. Or, to be a bit more precise, sample all the gelato, and if you find one with the right texture/flavor, go for it. But be sure to sample, because quite frequently the gelato is older and/or crystalline, which is basically a waste of your money. (Then again, the good stuff *is* good, so if you can't be bothered to walk to the next good gelateria...)

Giancarlo (owner) is the Italian nonno I wish I had. He speaks a little bit of English, but we both…read morespeak gelato fluently so it worked out. We stayed in Bologna for two nights, and we went here both nights. We've been fortunate enough to make this our fourth trip to Italy, so let's just say my husband and I have eaten our fair share of gelato. The shop is clean, bright, and modern while his prices are reasonable. I think it was 2.50 euros for a small and you can get two flavors. My favorite thing about this gelateria though is that he doesn't just do gelato. There are two fridges worth of delicious gelato ice cream sandwiches, cakes, gelato bars, etc. I actually go to gelaterias for the gelato made treats rather than gelato itself. I liked everything I got, but I was especially wowed by the orange cake. I'm not a big citrus-flavored-dessert person, but this had me wanting more. It was light and reminded me of a creamsicle--yum! If you're lucky, you will get to meet Giancarlo who has a welcoming smile that makes you feel better to be supporting his gelateria.