Gelati celesti is a cozy, modern ice cream shop with a great selection of ice cream flavors! My friend and I enjoyed a small cup of the rainbow cookie ice cream during our visit. Ice cream can get incredibly rich for me very fast, but that wasn't my experience with their rainbow cookie ice cream! Very smooth, almost reminiscent to birthday cake, with just the right touch of sweetness. There are plenty of seating indoors, and lots of spots to park your car outside! The staff are friendly and they keep the place extremely spotless, cleaning surfaces and even wiping down the glass doors and windows through the night. They also have a water dispenser in the event that you need a sip of water and it's great for people like myself who need water after a sweet! The place is very quiet around the evening (we were there around 8:40pm) and there's hardly a line, if at all. But the place stays open til 10pm throughout the week. The place deserves more traction. I will definitely be coming back here with my husband who is an ice cream fiend! read more

Gelati Celesti - Rainbow cookie - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

I brought my two nieces here for ice cream. The cashier was very patient with them when they asked to try three flavors. They really liked their ice cream. I got the lemon cream one which was a special flavor. It was good but I wish I could taste more lemon read more

Gelati Celesti - Lemon cream toddler - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

Stopped in here on a freezing cold day (like... 19 degrees outside), and honestly? Ice cream in 19 degree weather? Why not. Zero regrets. First off, the staff were super friendly and welcoming right when we walked in. They were more than happy to let us sample a few flavors, which I always appreciate, especially when there are so many options and everything sounds good. The flavor selection is seriously impressive, and it makes choosing just one feel impossible. They don't just do basic scoops either. You can get milkshakes, malts, ready-to-go pints, ice cream sandwiches, ice cream pies, or keep it classic with a cup or cone. Basically, whatever ice-cream mood you're in, they've got something for you. I ended up going with the cookie dough ice cream sandwich, and it absolutely hit the spot. The ice cream was super creamy and packed with cookie dough, and the cookies themselves were soft, chewy, and the perfect match for the filling. It was rich without being too much, which is saying something for an ice cream sandwich. The whole place just had a really easy, fun vibe. Nothing pretentious, just good ice cream, lots of choices, and nice people! If you're in the area and craving something sweet, give them a try. Whether it's the middle of summer or literally below freezing outside, it's worth stopping in. read more

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Stopped by Gelai Celesti for a sweet afternoon treat. I went the a small (2 scoops) and selected the seasonal flavor combo of peach and lemon custard. If summer had a cool refreshing flavor that exploded in your mouth that would be it! Sweet, tart and creamy, it satisfied my sweet tooth craving. read more

We are frequent fliers at Gelati Celesti and I have yet to have an experience less than 5 stars. We are always welcomed in by friendly employees... I mean, who wouldn't be happy working at an ice cream shop?! I love the variety of flavors - including dairy free options! We usually come about once a month to try a monthly release. You can taste as many of the options as you like, which is great if you're undecided! Staff is always patient while you're deciding (which can take a while if you're 5 years old and like everything that has chocolate in it)! The store is bright, clean and inviting with plenty of seating. They also have an outdoor area with tables that is perfect on nice days. They offer to-go options already packaged as well as other sweet treats like ice cream sandwiches and cakes. Price point is pretty high when compared with purchasing in the stores, but absolutely worth it for an occasional sweet treat unlike anything you can get in a grocery store! read more

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This is a large and very nice GC location. I love the decor and there is a ton of seating with a water station and two unisex restrooms. Staff were exceptionally friendly when my friend and I stopped in for a sweet treat after dinner next door. They were happy to let us sample until we made up our minds and were really patient with the group in front of us whose daughter probably tasted every flavor they had. Haha. My friend is allergic to soy so she was thrilled to see the allergy info listed for every flavor and included soy! I got cookies and cream and mint scoops in a cup and she had a Dulce de Leche milkshake. Both were delish. read more

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Gelati Celesti is a go-to in my family. From the insane amount of flavors to choose from (even though I almost always get Chocolate Decadence). I absolute love their mint chip and amaretto flavors too. We've even ordered a 6-flight of ice cream this past Valentine's Day and it was the absolute best V-Day outing. Everything is made fresh and in house. You really can't beat a visit to Gelati Celesti. The service is always friendly and they always recommend trying any flavors to see what you're in the mood for! We always end up eating our ice cream at one of the many tables inside or outside. It's a great spot with multiple locations! It's the perfect place for dessert or a sweet treat any time of day! I love Gelati Celesti. read more

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I'm obsessed! Staff is friendly, patient, and very knowledgeable about the products. I've visited a lot in the last two weeks. My go to is a waffle cone with chocolate decadence - very rich chocolate like brownie batter, just ask - vanilla ice cream with crushed cookies and peanut butter ribbons, and my absolute favors vanilla chip - vanilla with big broken pieces of chocolate The restaurant is always clean. There is outdoor seating on the side of the building. Also a walk up window to order from. Special mention to Mia* for not judging my multiple visits. Stop by and check this place out! read more

Gelati Celesti - Just Ask - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

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Hands down the best ice cream! Get the just ask! You won't ever be disappointed!! Always quick and friendly service. Can get busy with a line but it moves fast and worth it!!! read more

Love this ice cream!! Has to be my fave in the area. Inside is fresh and modern. I love how they also have a rotating set of special flavors to try. My all time favorite flavor has to be their banana. It's so fresh and real and not a fake banana flavor. The staff is friendly and will let you taste whatever flavors you want. Anytime we are in the area we always have to grab this ice cream. read more

Gelati Celesti - So good - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

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I highly recommend the butter pecan and the cherry vanilla! Some of the best I've had ever. The icecream has a great flavor and such a nice consistency. read more

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One of my favorite spots to satisfy my sweet tooth! I'm so glad they opened a spot closer to us in Town Center! The staff is friendly and their gelato flavors are fresh and flavorful. The place is always so clean when we come by and the staff is welcoming. I'm always looking forward to coming here and seeing what new flavors they have available. So far, my favorite is the almond amaretto! Next on my list to try is one of their ice cream cakes! read more

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Good gawd this stuff is good. Got the apple crumble with caramel. Just ask is amazing. The cookie chunks are huge! read more

Gelati Celesti - Apple crumble with caramel - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

Absolutely delicious. Everything was clean and pristine inside. We also took some ice cream cookie sandwiches to go. All of the cool flavors were awesome. We were able to try as many as we wanted! We will definitely be going back. The fact that the ice cream is homemade, makes this place even better. I don't think their are cake cones were homemade, but possibly their waffle cones. I'm really happy I found a new ice cream joint. Definitely recommend for those who haven't stopped by yet. read more

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I wish i could say ive tried many flavors here but i cant because as soon as i found out that they carry my favorite flavors Amaretto, Rum raisin i only go there to enjoy these two and because they carry them i have to give 5 stars. I will say they always have quite a variety of flavors including dairy free. read more

Hello. My name is MG and I am an ice cream-aholic. Not only did I partake at an awesome yelp event at the Chesapeake location prior to lunch. I also decided to check out their First Colonial location to try their (Post) Melone flavored ice cream after lunch. Now, don't get me wrong. I had the coconut cream topped off with the coffee and cream flavors at the Chesapeake location which was energizing and tropical all at the same time?! I didn't know whether I should start cleaning my house or add a paper umbrella to my coconut cream flavored ice cream and relax! You know their ice cream is something to scream about if I went to 2 different locations in one day! Hahahah read more

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I've heard great things about Gelati Celesti so I'm glad I got to try it out. The staff was very helpful and patient as my family and I tried different flavors. I got a small cup of the Just Ask flavor. I think it was cookies and cream with peanut butter. It was very tasty. My only feedback would be maybe making the peanut butter pieces smaller. Looking forward to trying other flavors there soon as the weather gets warmer. read more

Gelati Celesti - Small scoop of Just Ask - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

So excited that Gelati Celesti (GC) opened a location in Chesapeake! They are just inching closer to us and we couldn't be happier. Don't get me wrong, if we had to drive to Town Center or Hilltop, we'd do it without hesitation. It would be worth the drive, but this makes it even more convenient to indulge. This store is located in the newest construction zone across from Summit Pointe. Love that they are in the same complex as Aldi. Makes multi-tasking easier, another win. Same layout as the one in Town Center, slightly smaller. However, Town Center has the covered outdoor patio, but in Chesapeake, they have the takeout window like the one at Hilltop. You can find all your favorites: 24 regular flavors and 12 rotating flavors. I have had most of their flavors, either from ordering a small cup or getting a milkshake or simply with a sample. My fave is the coffee & cream. The best! And then, if I'm lucky, they have a cheese flavor like blueberry ricotta or ricotta and chocolate. Today, I had the blueberry cheesecake in the form of a milkshake. The consistency was smooth and creamy as usual. They give you a boba straw with the milkshakes which are perfect for this milkshake because there were blueberry bits and cheesecake chunks! So good! My kids got GC's sorbettos and have yet to be disappointed with their choices! Service is always courteous and helpful here, which is consistent with their other locations. So happy they are closer to us! Stay safe, Friends! read more

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Went here on a whim after having dinner. I had to check it out because of the rave reviews. Total 5 is a tad bit impressive. Welp.. I get it. When you combine the service, quality of the yumminess, and the fair pricing, it's a no-brainer. I would come here over and over again if my waistline could handle it. :) I brought home some stuff for the family and my wife absolutely raved about the coffee gelato. It had some depth to the flavor that was unique. I would say the same about my daughter, but the reality is that she just likes anything that is a dessert. :) Overall, this place is fresh, vibrant, and delicious. Definitely worth the visit if you're in the mood for some gelato. Food Taste: 5 Overall Service: 5 Value of food to cost: 5 Facility: 5 Ambiance: Very fresh location and facility that is eye-catching and fun to visit. Definitely hits the 'gelato' vibe for desserts. Repeat customer: yes Dog Friendly: no read more

Gelati Celesti has the best ice cream! I found a new amazing flavor-chocolate decadence. It is a very rich chocolate flavor that is AMAZING! Staff is always so happy and enthusiastic. I like the lavender and Oreo mint flavors too that I got to sample. They are very generous with sampling. Thank you! Place is spotless and organized all the time. Decor is great and provides for great picture opportunities. Parking is easy and location is across Summit Pointe. I always have a great time at this Gelati Celesti. read more

Gelati Celesti - Chocolate Decadence - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

Delicious flavors. Super friendly staff. Cute decor. What's not to love? Bonus; you can try as many samples as needed before committing to the flavor you want! 5-stars hands down. read more

Gelati Celesti - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

Better than normal ice cream. The flavors are exactly what they say they are on the tag. So you don't have to ask what the cherry vanilla tastes like. All of the employees were friendly and engaging. They did answer what few questions we had. The ambiance was super laid back and relaxing. They just finished cleaning up a little and it was spotless. Delicious!! read more

In the local area, this will always be my go-to for dessert. Their seasonal flavors are always a hit. Never stingy in serving to cup or cone ratio. Current goal is to try every flavor at one time! This place is always packed especially in the summer! read more

I took my granddaughter to Gelati Celesti, located on Volvo Parkway just across from Summit Pointe in the heart of Chesapeake. She didn't know what Gelato was and I told her it's like ice cream, only better. She had an incredulous look on her face but she trusts me so in we went. I know that she is a believer now but I might have made a tragic mistake. They live in North Carolina and gelato is not readily available there. Oops! Just one more reason to visit us more often... read more

I haven't had gelato ice cream in a while so I was craving it. Walking in it looked brand new and clean, I was afraid to touch anything. Gelati Celesti sure did their thing and satisfied my cravings. The ice cream was smooth and creamy. I got the S'Mores, Churro and Birthday cake. I know those combo combinations don't mix well together but I had to try it. They had over 36 flavors and I'm definitely coming back to try more. I saw a couple of reviews about the service and I believe I did encounter that person. It was awkward for about 30 secs but when I kept talking to her it got better. I understand that every business is suppose to make you feel welcome and comfortable but we should give people a second chance. read more

Gelati Celesti - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

Our favorite ice cream place! They have unique selection, my favorite is rum raisin. Lol I'm just so glad that they have newly branch open here at Chesapeak! My girls always love Gelati! read more

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Christmas in July flavors were great! Would LOVE if peppermint bark were year round. Olivia behind the counter was so welcoming and nice. Hope she is my scooper every time! read more

Gelati Celesti - Peppermint bark and oatmeal raisin cookie dough ice cream - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

Staff is always in a good mood, and the place is always clean and tidy. Prices are pretty high, but the ice cream is great. You can get samples of the flavors too. All in all, a great experience read more

Someone said Gelati Celesti was very good. While chatting at a nearby restaurant the topic of dessert was brought up. I mentioned a relatively new business, Gelati Celesti. I pulled up their website and looked at their menu. Oh my. The flavors listed sounded amazing. Then I saw chocolate almond. When I was growing up High's ice Cream carried Swiss Chocolate Almond and it was my all time favorite flavor. Within 2 hours of leaving lunch, I walked in the door of Gelati Celesti for the first time. It will not be the last time. I have had to fight the urge to stop in the past few days. Their Chocolate Almond was so delicious with the creamy chocolate flavor, the bites of almonds, and whatever other delicious ingredients make this flavor so delicious. The staff told me this is one of their everyday flavors. I will be stopping in often. read more

Hands down the best gelato I've ever had with so many yummy flavors to choose from. The interior is charming, clean and cozy, and the staff are nice and friendly. They also have a banging playlist playing while you enjoy your tasty treat. Just being in there makes me happy. read more

Sophia and I headed back here for a 2nd go-around after attending for Yelp Elite week. We have never been disappointed with each visit so I knew it would be great as usual. And this visit did no different. Amazingly, we were the only customers which was surprising on a great summer day. We were immediately greeted by the lone worker behind the counter and got in line. Like before, the decor inside Gelati Celesti is spotless. Can't add anything else to that. When it came to choosing flavors, I happened to pick melone, which is a cantaloupe. Don't laugh, but I've never eaten cantaloupe so there was a little hesitation on my part at first. I actually saw this profiled by our Yelp CM Yoonie during one of her visits. After reaching out asking about the flavor, her response was "You never had melone?! Really?!! You need to try it!!' There is an old saying that we all know and I'm sure it's embetted in Yelpers' brains: you only live once. All I gotta say is thank you for the suggestion. It was very good and not too sweet. You can never go wrong with a scoop of ice cream in a waffle cone. One of the best flavors I've had at any location. Well, there you have it. Another fine visit to a great place. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in towm. Till next time :) read more

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Thank you Gelati Celesti for giving us a scoop of your stretchy ice cream. I was too excited to eat my ice cream today that I forgot to capture everyone's ice cream. There was a line due to the grand opening but it was well worth it. They are located beside Vogue Lashes and Spa and in the vicinity of Urban Hotpot, off of Volvo parkway. The staff here, and the interior cleanliness was spot on. The decor and table seating makes coming here with groups a plus. I came with my party of 7 and we all were able to get good seating in their outdoor patio with my dog. My family enjoyed every every ounce of their scoop of ice cream, even licking their spoons. I loved my lavender scoop, we had the just ask, pralines and cream, orange crush sorbetto, and kettle corn. The staff were so friendly and even gave us a scoop for our dog to enjoy. This place stands out for their handmade italian style churned ice cream. With over 85 flavors they put out on rotations, you'd be surprised every time with new choices. I strangely I enjoyed the interesting pull you'd get from scooping your spoon of ice cream. It looks like taffy meets ice cream. Every time I dove my spoon into the ice cream, I had to wrap my spoon around my ice cream. There are several locations to this franchise. Three now in Hampton roads. There are two in Va Beach and the newly opened branch is now in Chesapeake. Gelato Celesti has been serving others since 1984, with over 7 location in Richmond, VA. Way to go!! I found this to be our new family favorite ice cream store. It looks like around summer time they will be opening their window walk up counter outside by their patio. I know then it will be hard to resist becoming a frequent visitor, come time the heat starts kicking in. read more

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Last Saturday the man and I were running errands down this way and after a delectable lunch at Krispy Krunch I was hankering a dessert. With there being so many new establishments along this road that we haven't tried I did a quick Google search and found Gelati Celesti. The man told me he wasn't interested in dessert since he didn't have any belly room. That all changed when he saw Kettle Corn gelato. It was an 'all she wrote' moment for him. He got his 3 scoops of kettle corn gelato in his Waffle cone. I, on the other hand, couldn't pull the plug on just one favorite so my 3 scoops were: Almond Joy (on the bottom), Banana and topped with Butter Pecan. The pecan was good, the banana was better but the Almond Joy was the star of my Waffle cone scoops. While it was very good ice cream/gelato it isn't what I would deem authentic gelato. We spent 3 years in Italy courtesy of the military and had to die for gelato. The young lady running the show was quite friendly and accommodating. As we were enjoying our dessert in the parking lot I noticed that not only did they have a walk up window but there was a water bowl for pets near the walk up window. Next time we're down this way, I'll be sure to have plenty of belly space to try other flavors. read more

Gelati Celesti - Butter pecan, Banana and Almond Joy on the bottom. - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

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Ice cream in itself is a treat for me. Gelati...let's just say for me is a big deal. Even with storm brewing I still made the trip and got the seasonal pumpkin ginger snap and a random surprise chocolate flavor to go with it. I think the young lady behind the counter gave something Java. As always, I enjoyed it the store is bright and clean and the ladies behind the counter are always friendly and patient. read more

Gelati Celesti - Rainy and wet. Still made a stop. - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

I've visited Gelati Celesti at one of their original locations in Richmond, VA, but this is my first visit at this location. I'm happy to say it wasn't any different. Great customer service, friendly staff, clean and inviting. Plus there's over 24 different flavors of ice cream. I tried one of the special, which was the Cinnamon Oatmeal Cookie Dough. It tasted just like an oatmeal raisin cookie, with the hint of spice and nutmeg. I don't really eat sweets, so the toddler size was just right for me. My family members also got the small size of vanilla with sprinkles, along with a small two scoop with butter pecan and Oreo. Miriam was helping us and she was super kind and sweet. 10 out 10, we recommend! read more

Gelati Celesti - Toddler size of cinnamon oatmeal cookie dough! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

Highly recommend going here and enjoying their ice cream. We used to stop by their shops whenever we were in Richmond and we are thrilled they have expanded to the Chesapeake and Va beach areas. Their ice cream is consistently delicious and the service is always great. They let you sample the flavor before you choose which is helpful since they have a ton of unique options. The vibe is kind of retro and super chill. If you have a family or just want a cute date then stop in for some tasty ice cream. read more

Gelati Celesti - Pumpkin ginger snap, Pralines & Cream, Banana, Just Ask - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

I've been to the Gelati Celesti location in Virginia Beach and I was so happy to find out they opened one in my neck of the woods. My son and I came here on a Monday afternoon after he had a tooth taken out. Perfect right?! There was just one lady there and no customers. They had a good selection of flavors and free samples so I took advantage. I ended up choosing a scoop of their peach gelato and my son ordered a scoop of their chocolate peanut butter. He loved it! The peach was very tasty. You could taste the fresh peaches in it and it was not too sweet. Our two scoops totaled about $11 which to me is a bit pricey but we're still fans! This will be one of our new go tos from now on! read more

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Run (do not walk!) to this newly opened gelato store in the heart of Chesapeake. There are so many flavors from which to choose and they will let you try as many as you need to make your decision. All of the flavors I tried were delightful but I ultimately went with both a decadent orange chocolate and a butter pecan. Early January is a month filled with healthy eating resolutions and swearing off sweets. (Not me. I know myself well enough to realize that I am in for disappointment if I start the year off with such ridiculous goals.). I'm here to tell you, though, this gelato is worth the broken resolutions. No regrets, just happiness in the form of frozen milk and sugar. read more

Gelati Celesti - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

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Cute decor, delicious gelato. The workers are all so sweet. Great place to visit when you're in the mood for something sweet. They have a large variety of gelato and pies. Awesome! read more

Best ice cream in all of Virginia Beach! The staff is always super friendly too. Definitely try the "Just Ask" flavor, so delicious. Also, I came here with my sister in law who has celiac disease and they were happy to open a fresh tub so there was no gluten contamination. read more

Gelati Celesti - Just Ask - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Chesapeake, Virginia

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