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    Dark chocolate hazelnut  Stracciatella Coffee
    Nell C.

    I try not to get crazy with the flavors because I want all, it may not mix well when melted. I tried their version of the Dubai chocolate and pistachio. This is a pistachio lovers delight. Mix this with the dark chocolate hazelnut flavor and you're golden! Stracciatella and coffee with dark chocolate hazelnut flavor is a good combo too! Service was excellent and attentive!

    2 scoops - stracciatella and biscotti creme
    Timmy S.

    As someone who loves the Laguna Beach location of Gelato Paradiso, I'm not sure how I've missed this location after many visits to Fashion Island over the years. It's located in the Atrium food court where I stumbled upon it recently. Their ice cream is very creamy and flavorful plus they give generous-sized scoops. After perusing twenty-some flavors in their freezer, the bubbly woman behind the counter took my order: 2 scoops in a cup, one of biscotti creme (cookies and cream) and one of stracciatella (chocolate chip). I sat and devoured these delicious scoops in the food court seating area, moaning with delight with each bite. Until security escorted me out for making weird noises.

    Evelynn K.

    Gelato Paradiso has the best gelato outside of Italy, with origins based on a partnership with Sicilian gelato makers. There is an array of flavors to appeal to everyone, among my favorites are the Dark Chocolate Hazelnut and Pistachio. Eat them together and it's like an Italian version of Dubai Chocolate ! Another amazing flavor is the Tiramisu, which also makes an amazing milkshake. I'll bet my Hazelnut and Pistachio combo would too, a note for next time!

    Regular sized Gelato (2 flavors) Pistachio Gelato and Bacio Gelato.
    Archie S.

    I love Gelato Paradiso. The one in Laguna beach is my favorite gelato place period. This one is the second location I believe as it's been here for quite a bit now. The line here is non existent like the one in Laguna beach for obvious reasons like location and foot traffic by the beach but they have the same delicious flavors. My personal favorite is the baccio which is hazel nut and dark chocolate. I usually get that with pistachio or something new and different. The quality here is phenomenal as they make their own gelato. This is located at the food court of the Fashion Island mall.

    Maritza S.

    As we waited in a long line someone asked me if this place was worth it. I replied "I'll tell you after I try it" . The answer is yes! The gelato is delicious and they make their waffle cones in house. A small portion was enough for me as it is very sweet.

    Jeff B.

    This has been our go to sweet tooth fix for years. I always prefer the softness of gelato over ice cream and this place delivers. They always have some unique flavors and allow to you mix it up with different flavors even in a small dish. The lines can get long, but it's worth the wait.

    Peter H.

    My low carb diet goes to $h1t when I cross paths with Gelato Paradiso. I get a small which is still a generous portion and succumb to anything tropical flavored. This time it was the mango which was creamy, tangy, sweet and delicious. Damn you Gelato Paradiso, my weak will power is no match for your menu of many compelling flavors.

    Mint chip & Cookies and Cream Gelato
    Will P.

    Delicious gelato with huge portion sizes. This is a regular and could easily be classified as a large. They also give you the option to choose up to 4 flavors which is great if you haven't multiple flavors that you want to try!

    Blackberry Chocolate Chip and Milk Chocolate Hazelnut
    Annie Y.

    Plenty of parking spaces. It's located in the food court in Fashion Island. They have plenty of flavors to chose from and you can try the flavors as well. I ordered the regular size (up to 4 scoops, but I did 2 scoops) and chose Blackberry Chocolate Chip and Milk Chocolate Hazelnut. Both flavors were delicious! Recommendation(s): - Blackberry Chocolate Chip - Milk Chocolate Hazelnut Service: 5/5 Tip(s): - Plenty of tables inside the food court - Located in the food court - Restrooms available in food court

    Me and my gelato
    Sandy B.

    Time for an update - brought a new Yelp friend here today and was just as blown away as the first time. Super friendly service with offers to sample for free. They gave an array of gelato flavors that are beautifully displayed. I'm sure you could find a flavor you crave. The smoothness of the gelato is excellent with bold flavoring. You can choose from a cup or waffle cone - or even take some home. I had pistachio, strawberry cheesecake, and banana. Loved them all! Plenty of seating right there in the food court located on the bottom floor of Fashion Island. Next to the Barnes and Noble. Excuse me while I go enjoy my gelato time.

    Lilee N.

    Not as fancy as the other gelato place at fashion island but don't be fooled. Many more flavors so if you have picky eaters or want to appease the masses, this might be a better choice. The line is also shorter without compromising good service or quality product. The gelato is a bit more dense but still smooth ans creamy. You can also pack in more flavors per order if you're the type that wants to sample it all! Fairly priced. Located in the food court. Yum. Loved the blackberry stracciatella.

    Calli Y.

    We love this little spot and they have so many flavors to from. Personal favorite is the seasonal white chocolate peppermint. Absolutely yummy! They offer promotions once in awhile and you should take advantage of them. Super friendly and tastes great!

    Chocolate Covered Strawberry
    Katya Z.

    Came to Fashion Island for a sweet treat! This gelato place had good ratings so I wanted to try it out. I got the chocolate covered strawberry and it's SO delicious. It's creamy, sweet but not overly sweet, crunchy & a little bitterness from the dark chocolate. It had all the right elements. I tried the espresso as well and it had a great strong espresso flavor. I'd definitely get that next time! The guy was super helpful and let us try out all the flavors we wanted. I'd come back if I was craving gelato!

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    So yummy, a must. It's always a treat to come here when I visit. This was the first place I've really like gelato.

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    HUGE portions, great price, so many flavors, all around delicious and worth every bite

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    It's ok , i liked raspberries one , not my favorite place . But they always have big lines if people

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