If my wife had to pick one favorite food it would without a doubt be ice-cream. It is her go to comfort food. My two kids have inherited this love of all things ice-cream. As a result we have hit quite a few places in the St. Louis metro area, and the bar is set quite high. The Hill is one of my favorite neighborhoods in the St. Louis metro. I try to get down as often as I can. This summer I held a work even in the always fun beer garden at Milo's. It was a hot day, and the whole family wanted to get something to cool off afterwards. We had heard good things about Gelato Di Riso, and it is right by Milos. It is a small shop, but it has a GREAT patio and it is right by the piazza. I got the best gelato flavor there is (stracciatella) while my family got a mixture of other flavors. It was AMAZING, just the right thing on a hot summer day. The texture of gelato is just so creamy that I couldn't ask for anything more. read more

The cutest little stop for a sweet treat! They have adorable patio furniture and inside seating as well, lots of flavor options and coffee too! I had the espresso chip in a small cup, it was really good! Lots of gelato shoved into the tiny cup! And the gelato itself had a perfect texture and wasn't too sweet either! The kids working were very friendly and fast! read more

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This gelato was amazing. It feels like it's just in a little Italian neighborhood, not a commercial area. Only street parking but it wasn't difficult to find and it was free. Service was friendly. Gelato was fantastic. I got four flavors and loved them all. Gelato was creamy and smooth. The sorbetto was fruity and refreshing. Tons of good flavors to choose from. If I ever go back to St Louis, I would go out of my way to get dessert here. read more

What a sweet treat to end our lunch on The Hill. Gelato flavors were varied and our selections were delicious. Customer service spot on and plenty of seating both indoor and outdoor. Perfect for a laid back Sunday afternoon! read more

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Cute gelato shop with plenty of options to choose from. I got the banana and it was hands down the best banana ice cream/gelato I've ever had. Take your cup out to the patio! read more

Cute place on the hill next to piazza imo (a green space with a fountain ) . You order at the counter and find seats . We tried a bunch of flavors all together- cherry with ricotta , plain cherry , mint chocolate chip , chocolate , blood orange and sat on the patio watching the piazza . The parking is a bit tough on the hill but that's expected . I wish I had gotten pics read more

Quick stop on the Hill and grabbed salted caramel and espresso chip. Both were super smooth and not too sweet. The salted caramel was nicely balanced, and the espresso chip actually tasted like real coffee. Small shop, easy stop, perfect way to cool down on a warm afternoon. read more

Late night ice cream stop after the Botanic Gardens really hit the spot. Solid gelato on The Hill (seems like it was the Little Italy of St Louis?) and we got to explore a neighbourhood that we otherwise might've missed. I ordered the espresso chip and blueberry, unusual pairing but I really liked it! My friend's hazelnut had swirls of chocolate fudge and that was actually a GOAT read more

Gelato Di Riso - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

Went out for some late night ice cream with some friends and decided to check out this gelato shop. This was the first time that I've tried Gelato and it was thick and creamy. The gelato shop offered many different flavors to choose from. I decided to taste the pistachio gelato and it tasted good, but for some reason it was brown instead of green. After tasting the pistachio gelato it didn't taste like pistachio, but more like a subtle chocolate flavor. I'd try other flavors next time, but I don't think I'd try their version of pistachio next time. read more

Gelato Di Riso - Piccolo Pistachio gelato - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

This place was recommended to us by the sweet staff over at Charlie IMO's and I am so thankful for that recommendation because the coffee was incredible!!!!! Perfect balance between sweet and creamy and coffee. My fiancé got the affagato which he devoured in a couple of minutes. Wish we lived nearby to be here on the daily. Thanks so much for the wonderful experience! read more

Gelato Di Riso - Iced White Mocha - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

Fantastic gelato! I was surprised they didn't have pistachio flavor when I visited, but they offered a slew of alternatives. The amaretto flavor is a must have! A small cup for $4.25 comes with the option of 1-2 flavors. The gelato is rich and creamy. There is plenty of seating inside and out in the back patio. Easy street parking. .|\---/| | @_@ | ..\_^_/..2024 read more

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Delicious gelato. I tried the tirimusu and root beer float which tasted very authentic. Friendly helpful service. I plan to go back and will get an affogato. Also cudos for being wheelchair accessible and having an equally accessible bathroom. read more

Came in on a Saturday night for dessert, surprisingly crowded given how cold it was. Food 4.5/5: Got the piccolo with a mix of hazelnut and biscotti. Both flavors were quite good. I do feel like there weren't a ton of flavors overall, didn't have my favorite pistachio but quality seems pretty high nonetheless. Service 5/5: friendly and helpful, happy to let us try multiple flavors. Ambiance 4/5: separate area for seating with a cafe vibe, clean and nice given the weather but nothing that wowed Value 4/5: pretty good price for how much they pack into the container. Overall 4.5/5: fair value and high quality gelato with somewhat limited flavor options, would come back if I was in the area. Parking: street read more

Gelato Di Riso - Biscotti and hazelnut - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

Good gelato. Many traditional flavors and some unexpected. Fresh and tempered perhaps not a airy as one would expect Always prompt and courteous assistance A nice climate control inside area and a outdoor terrace with a view of the neighborhood piazza read more

Good selection of gelato flavors. Staff were very nice and happy to be there. Nothing but smiles from them. I sat outside in the back seating area. Nice relaxing area next to a fountain and small park. Truly inspired by Italy. read more

Great gelato spot on the hill and a perfect way to end an afternoon or dinner! They have several flavors and the kids working were super helpful. To top it off we were able to sit on the sidewalk and enjoy the spring weather. We will definitely come back. read more

Love this cute little place! My friends took me here for my Christmas gift, loved it. We split, three of us, a medium cup and I feel that was more than plenty they give so much! I would have never been able to finish it on my own. The girls at the counter were so nice and personably. Cute little spot with a few tables less then ten for seating read more

The gelato here is absolutely amazing coupled with its proximity to a beautiful fountain in the back. We went during the day on a hot Saturday afternoon and easily found seating inside. There is a large oversized patio in the back. I'm told this gelato rivals the best of what is available in Italy. Our service was a 10/10 with the employees helping us narrow down our decision using the side-by-side method. Pro tip: You can get side-by-side flavors to make narrowing your choices easier. read more

Gelato Di Riso - Coconut gelato next to Grasshopper gelato in a small cup. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

I attended this place as part of a food tour I was on. They had a number of unique and traditional gelato flavors. The staff was friendly and patient. I went with a small cup of toasted almond. This was very fulfilling and tasty. It tasted exactly like the good humor bar, which was what I wanted. The toasted almond flavor was not too overpowering, which was something I did not realize until I was finished. I also tried the root beer float flavor. That did not disappoint either. Like the toasted almond, this was not too much either. It had a subtle taste, which was enjoyable. Will I go back? No doubt. read more

Gelato Di Riso - Small Cup of Toasted Almond - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

My Macchiato was good and the service was fast and friendly. Prices seemed to be reasonable. Parking is TOUGH though. Very cute shop. Would love to try some of the gelato! read more

Gelato Di Riso - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

Wonderful gelato spot on the Hill. Great selection of flavors and you can try samples to help you decide which one you want. The ladies behind the counter were friendly and worked quickly. Stand out flavors were the pistachio and mascarpone & honey! Super delish. Don't miss the patio in the back that is right at Piazza Imo! read more

Such a CUTE place!! Put this on your must-visit list ASAP! They do not skimp on servings. Mint chip, chocolate, and mascarpone cherry were to die for. The cannoli was also amazing! Girls working the counter were very kind and offered samples. Affogato with mascarpone cherry read more

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The amaretto is the beeeest flavor!! I highlight recommend and it pairs nicely with any secondary flavor I've tried! This place is a little bit of a squeeze inside when it's busy but very cute inside, the crowd dies quickly, the piazza imo (fountain showed in pic) is right behind gelato di riso, def recommend grabbing your gelato and walking over to that area to sit and enjoy a nice view with your sweet treat! read more

Gelato Di Riso - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

Not quite ice cream, not quite sherbet, but absolutely delicious! This location is on the hill and nestled in between lots of Italian restaurants that are absolutely equally delicious. We were able to sit outside on a gorgeous day and bring our puppy on the patio. The kids were able to select from a variety of colorful toppings and flavors. A medium size gets you up to three flavors - the hardest part is choosing which ones! The space is clean and inviting, and the staff was very kind to us. Ironically enough there is a second location much closer to our house over in Kirkwood and so we look forward to being able to visit that one too! read more

Stopped in after the Ravioli dinner at St. Ambrose. Such a cute space! The 2 young men behind the counter were so friendly and helpful, letting us try samples and giving advice and not once acting like they were put out by our visit. A real asset to a business! I got a mini coffee and a mini dulce de leche to take home after the recommendation from one of the young men. Such a pleasant experience! Made more so by the walk through the back patio that I didn't even know was there! great view of the fountain. read more

Gelato Di Riso - Desserts - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

10+ years later and still 5 stars. Came in for gelato after dinner @ Milo's around the corner. Though there was a bit of a line the staff could not have been friendlier and did a phenomenal job of keeping the line moving. The picco (2 flavors) was more than enough and such a refreshing deal after many expensive cones of the same size at some of the other "craft" ice cream spots around town. Regret not returning sooner! read more

Wonderful place for a frozen treat after a filling meal on the Hill. Beautiful courtyard in the back to enjoy. The staff were efficient. read more

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I think this was my second time at Gelato di Riso, and it was really busy on a Saturday evening. There was only one employee scooping the ice cream, and the line was quite long. The employee was a little frazzled, I couldn't sample as many flavors. I ordered the mascarpone and the dulce di lecche, they were delicious. I am a sucker for caramel, and the dulce di lecche was an instant hit for me. Both ice cream was creamy and paired well together. I will definitely be coming back. read more

Gelato Di Riso - Dulce di Lecche and mascarpone - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

Great place for family to stop By after dinner. Terrific flavors and taste. They even have a sugar free option. We will be back read more

Amazing. Decadent. Delicious. Dreamy. You can't go wrong with any flavor gelato! I don't even consider having dessert after lunch or dinner because I know I have to stop here for some mascarpone gelato! I'm not an ice cream person and I'm definitely not a frozen custard person, and put gelato in front of me and I'm in heaven. Gelato contains more milk than ice-cream and it's churned slower, which results in a much denser and rich texture. Each of their flavors are intense & made with fresh ingredients. It's the best in my opinion. There are a couple of small tables outside on the sidewalk in front but go around back and you'll be treated to tables with a view overlooking Piazza Imo. There is additional seating inside, but the back patio is where it's at! read more

Gelato Di Riso - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

Great gelato and Liv was awesome serving us. Definitely highly recommend this place! Beautiful patio out back!

Great coffee (affogato) and amazing Gelato. We make a stop there ANYTIME we're out on the Hill

Cute space, tons of variety, and delicious flavors! It's about 50/50 fruity flavors and creamy flavors. I ordered a small which comes with 1-2 scoops and I couldn't finish it all, but I'm not much of a cold dessert person. There was no wait around 6p on a Thursday. They also have an nice courtyard connected to a little cobblestone park with chess boards built into the tables. They also have a sink in the dining room for any sticky messes. Would return! read more

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This is my favorite gelato shop- very charming, clean, and spacious . They have another location in Kirkwood but I prefer to come here since they have a bigger selection of flavors. The gelato was super delicious!!! I also liked their Italian soda with cream. Staffs here are super friendly and welcoming. Street parking can be a little tricky. read more

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Really cute gelato place! I got the lemon and mascarpone-cherry flavors, and the lemon was alright (it was a little too sour but to each their own) but the mascarpone was amazing. The workers were really patient and let me and my friends try a bunch of flavors. read more

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The gelato selection is good. There are a few stand out flavors and in the past my favorite has been Biscotti Crunch. The patio in the front is nice, but don't miss out sitting out back. On a nice day with the Piazza Imo fountain going it is a lovely experience. Goditi il ​​gelato! read more

We found this little gelato gem on The Hill recently. They serve up an Italian delicacy--gelato--and they have secured a permanent spot on my STL most favorite's list. What a treat! I love getting two scoops of different flavors in the same cup. Like any good speciality shop their handmade small batch flavors come and go based on the season. Grab a duo of your favorite flavors and head out back to the patio to enjoy your sweet treat--this is where the magic continues. The Piazza Imo is located in the backyard of this gelato shop. There's several patio tables which overlook the Piazza and makes for a fun & romantic date nite spot or just a fun people watching perch as you enjoy your sweet treat. July 2022 read more

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I'll start by saying that this is the best place for gelato in St.Louis. Cannot be beat! The flavors change except for a select few. I absolutely love the fruit flavors. My favorite being the raspberry, second being the lime. Parking is very tough though. This is located in the historic Italian neighborhood called "the hill". Parking is street parking only and normally have to park blocks away. Enjoy the scenery and other restaurants though! This is also located directly next door to a real Piazza. The pieces were flown in from Rome. It's beautiful, love sitting there while eating my gelato. The place is trendy, hip, reasonably priced and very clean. 10/10 read more

Gelato Di Riso - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

Wonderful flavors. We very much enjoyed our visit and our ice cream. Excited to come back in warm weather to try the patio

Very friendly staff. Nice and clean little inside seating. The gelato was absolutely amazing! There were several flavors and you get a good amount for your money. I'd definitely give it a try if I were you. read more