Delicious and refreshing gelato! I had the Lemon Sorbet and LOVED it! Perfect for the Italian summ…read moreer!!! Welcoming staff and quick service. A must visit !

My family was looking for a sweet treat at the end of the day. Gelateria Vernazza had a massive…read moreline but the gelato tubs are piled high and vibrant colors - our first sign that it was a trap. However, we decided to take a chance when the line disappeared, plus we were desperate. First of all, very expensive for gelato, even more than prices at renowned spots - and tiny scoops! Workers very stingy, even with giving a couple extra spoons. Also, no samples, our first time experiencing that at a shop. Flavors tasted fine, which was this shop's only saving grace. Ultimately, because there aren't many options in Vernazza, it was an okay gelato spot, but the overall experience left a sour taste. Hopefully the servers we encountered were an outlier!

I came to Gelateria Il Porticciolo about 15 years ago, and honestly, it was amazing back then --…read moreone of the highlights of hanging out in Vernazza. Fast forward to now, and it's not quite the same. The staff isn't very friendly, and trust me, that matters way more than you think when you're on vacation. The gelato itself is still solid, especially if you're into fruity flavors, but it doesn't have that old charm that made it memorable. Definitely good for a quick fruity fix, but "service with a smart smile" was lacking compared to the way it used to be.

We couldn't wait to get out of Vernazza (unfortunately, our least favorite of the Cinque Terre),…read morebut we would gladly hike back for the cinnamon gelato here. I didn't expect to like it as much as I did, but almost every review I read mentioned it as a must-try, and I'm so glad I did. It's a strong but delightful cinnamon flavor, and it's not overpowering. Our eyes widened as we ate it, because it tasted exactly the way a cinnamon stick smells. They somehow transformed a basic common spice into something new and exotic. I've never eaten anything like it before. Meanwhile, my husband got a lemon slush because we were hot and sweaty from hiking between towns. It hit the spot perfectly and was so refreshing without being too sweet. Even though I loved my gelato, I also couldn't resist stealing more than a few sips. The location is perfect too, just near the center of town and also near a ledge by the water where you can sit while you people-watch and enjoy your sweet treat. Definitely make this your gelato stop in Cinque Terre. Order the cinnamon, and I promise you won't be disappointed!

Good gelato makes your day better. This gelato was our starter of our long day visiting all 5…read moretowns of Cinque Terre. It didn't disappoint us a bit.

Decent ice cream here. You might miss it if you are specifically looking for it because the name…read moreoutside is different. I went for ananas, melone and a milky scoop ( cannot remember the name for this one). The melone unfortunately just tasted like a really fake flavour, the Ananas and Milky scoop were really good though. If it's a nice day why not take your dessert through the nearby tunnel onto the beach that's right there!

Classic Gelateria with maybe 12-14 flavors... very traditional flavors…read more They use great ingredients so product is lovely Not cheap but its a tourist town

Place is a decent gelato shop. It is kind of overpriced but so is everything in this beach town. It…read moreis nice they add a biscuit to the top of the gelato. I got Oreo gelato. I wish there would have been more Oreos in the gelato but it was good overall. Service was quick.

Really delicious yogurt flavored gelato. Exactly tastes like sweet yogurt. Right by the dock with a…read morebeautiful view of Riomaggiore.

This gelataria has some gelato flavors. Rightly prices. Right next to great views of the Cinque…read moreTerre. What else do you need. Enjoy this place and great flavors.

Wonderful gelato! Great service. Family owned. We considered this the best gelato we ate in our…read moremonth long stay in Italy.

Gelateria Centrale is without a doubt the greatest gelato I've ever had. Granted I haven't had the…read moreopportunity to try too many gelaterias, but I can't imagine it getting any better than this! I stayed in Riomaggiore for the weekend (2 nights) and managed to stop by 4 times... and even though that might sound like a gross amount of times I enjoyed every single bite each time and definitely could've stayed for more! One of my favorite flavors ever is pistachio when it's made correctly so I was dying to try it out! The first sample I had made me fall in love. The gelato tasted exactly like perfectly roasted pistachios in a creamy form. It tasted so real and fresh and at that moment I knew how much I loved Italy. Here's a short list of all of the flavors I tried (again, I'm not ashamed!) Pistachio - 100/10 Chocolate - 9/10 Chocolate with Hazelnut - 7/10 Nutella - 8.5/10 Banana - 8/10 Watermelon - 10/10 Peach - 10/10 Even if you aren't staying in Riomaggiore, you should definitely make the trip to try this place! At 2 euros for 2 scoops and 2.50 for 3 scoops, it's a deal you can't refuse!

I told my wife when we were going to Italy that I was not interested in eating gelato, BOY was I…read morewrong. I had one bite on the first day we were there and I just completely fell in love with it. They were so creamy and tasty that I had three a day for the whole week I was in Italy. No matter where you got gelato in Italy, it was always sooo good. You could not go wrong getting it anywhere. The locations do not matter, trust me. Just get some! Service- Depended on the location Ambiance - Eating along the ocean is a must!

A very nice gelato shop a very convenient location. It's a nice spot to get a little treat during a…read morehot summer's day. (B)

This was one of my favorite spots for gelato! They're located in Corniglia and there was a queue…read moreinto the shop. Since it was mid-day, the town was quite packed, but it didn't take too long to order. For the flavors, I choose basil and mint chip. Both flavors were very good and I quickly finished the gelato on the side of the shop. The basil flavor, especially, is a must! I highly recommend the flavor, it was surprisingly addicting and I would not hesitate to get it again.

Best Gelato Ever! Their Basil gelato with EVOO is so fresh and bursting with flavor - I wish we had…read moresomething like that in the US (or at least I have not had it yet). We also got the coconut which is equally good but the basil is definitely a must because you don't find it easily. I feel like the hike to Corniglia makes this place even more special. The scoop size is generous as well. Wish it was more accessible.

It really is the best gelato in Italy. We came to Monterozzo just for it. Get a large.read more

Seriously delicious gelato is what you should expect here! The dark chocolate is amazing and…read moreexactly what I've always wanted in my gelato. The stracciatella has a wonderful balance of vanilla and chocolate shavings. It holds its form just long enough before melting in the summer heat. Prices are crazy cheap at €2.50 for a small which comes with two scoops. They're perfect for any day. This is located in a major tourist path but their flavors are legit. Staff does speak English but might be a little distant and short.

Gelateria Corniglia is tucked away behind a pretty non-descript little portal--easy to miss unless…read moreyou're looking for it, even though there is some signage. You head downstairs and suddenly land on a surprisingly nice patio where you can sit and enjoy your gelato or whatever frozen treat you're in the mood for. The gelato itself is solid and the setting is great for taking a break from wandering the town. Service was... fine. Civil, but not exactly warm or welcoming. Still, it's a good stop if you want a quiet spot to cool off and relax for a few minutes.

Fantastic gelato, really friendly service, and pretty reasonable pricing. The portions look small…read moreat first glance but they can really get a lot of gelato in those cups. You can also ask for half and half so you can get two different flavors in 1 cup - I assume you can do that with the cones too. And as of Nov 2022 they do take cards too