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    Gelato Vero Caffe

    4.1 (840 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 9:30 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for working
    Outdoor seating

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    Scoop of espresso and a scoop of pistachio gelato in a cone
    John D.

    Passed by this location months ago and wanted to give it a try but my stomach was already happily way too stuffed for additional Gelato dessert. This time, I made sure to save some room after having a delicious burrito across the street. The interior was inviting, a cute little spot to grab a coffee or gelato. Had the cone with a scoop of espresso and a scoop of pistachio. The gelato was creamy and delicious with the perfect amount of sweetness. So perfect even for a cold winter day in December. The service was quick but also attentive.

    Exterior, cute corner cafe with o door & outdoor seating
    Chris W.

    I want to thank Hannah F for her review complaining that the chai was "too spicy!" I knew immediately this was the place for me!! Finally, a REAL chai in San Diego!! House brewed blend is everything you want in a spicy masala chai: ginger forward, spicy, sweet, and a perfect kick in the taste buds!! So good I had to order a 2nd cup to go!! After days of hunting for a decent chai, this was the cherry on top of our SD trip. A cute, cozy corner cafe with local art, chill staff, and indoor/outdoor seating. A must stop for chai lovers everywhere!

    Tina T.

    Their latte (with Soy milk) was awesome. And the little cozy cute ambiance makes everything special. Hope these local shop grows more & more.

    Inside the bathroom with a nice breeze
    Caitlin D.

    Super lovely spot and it's open till late?? Score! I can't believe I haven't been here before, but I've drove past it several times with my dad. I came today and it was a great meet up spot for a big group. We hung out upstairs at the top level. It's super spacious and there's many tables available. I love the number of windows here too, a very nice breeze and lighting. The bathroom was located here as well-- the bathroom has quite the character...and view. Downstairs is where you order, they have small seating inside near the gelato area. And then they have more seating outside in the front of the shop. It's super cute. The prices for the drinks are really nice, great pricing esp for 2025! They even have gelato and sorbetto which looked amazing (but not for breakfast). I got their $5.75 Iced Caramel Macchiato, I believe I got their 12oz! I like getting 12oz for lattes and such because I think it's the perfect amount of espresso to milk ratio (plus sweetener) This one was pretty tasty and stayed cold throughout. The straw was interesting though because it reminded me of in n out or McDonald's. In the evening, I sampled about 3- I felt greedy so I didn't ask again. Although the woman gave me generous sample sizes. I tried their vegan raspberry sorbet, but it was too sweet and thick. It reminded me of açaí. The Tahitian vanilla looked promising but it was a thick consistency with some icy bits and you needed to chew it a bit-- if you know what I mean. The flavor was ok. I ordered a Small Cup, Two Flavors, $5.55 (Coconut sorbetto-- this is vegan & chocolate hazelnut gelato-- not vegan). The consistency of these two were smooth. The coconut was full bodied and rich in flavor. The chocolate hazelnut had a great hazelnut taste with a milk chocolatey taste. They barely melted in my cup which is great. (In the morning) The woman who took my order was so friendly and sweet, I love her vibe. The guy was pretty nice as well. Overall, the workers had great attitude. I'd recommend this spot! Price and quality is great. You won't regret stopping by.

    Christine L.

    Hands down best gelato in SD. Period. It's a cute little corner spot with a small interior but feels very authentic and quaint. Very OG SD vibes. Better flavors and quality than the more hyped up fad gelato shops. The employees behind the counter are nice and friendly. I've tried their pistachio, vanilla, strawberry, spumoni, mocha rum crunch, and chocolate hazelnut. All flavors were perfect and the Right amount of sweetness!!! The texture of their gelato is also different from others, stretchier. Creamy & very fun to eat! Sometimes will order an affogato (espresso + gelato flavor of your choice) and that always hits too. Quality coffee + quality gelato = heaven. Cmon now what more can you ask for We can't help but get pints every time we come here!

    Jennifer S.

    Fast and friendly service! Somewhat easy parking and a cute upstairs area!!!! I got the chocolate hazelnut and pistachio gelatos. My friend got raspberry and coconut sorbets. I love that you can do half of each flavor! The line at An's in North Park was too long so we came here instead and glad we did!

    Katie S.

    Gelato Vera Caffe is my neighborhood coffee spot. The staff is always pleasant & the coffee is delicious. I've tried many of their bakery items & none have disappointed! The carrot cake, baklava, and bagels are all delicious :) I like to bring friends when they visit to grab an after dinner gelato on the way home - they have a wide assortment of flavors & the gelato is always incredible - takes me right back to Italy! There is a small indoor seating section & additional seating upstairs. It's a quiet yet busy cafe & perfect for getting work done or studying or chatting with a friend. There is also outdoor patio seating, as well. This whole street is quite cute with restaurants.

    Kevin P.

    Gelato Vero Caffe is a cafe in the Mission Hills area that specializes in a variety of beverages (mainly coffee), and desserts (gelato being their calling card obviously). As I stated in a my previous review a million years ago, Gelato Vero Caffe is by far my favorite gelato shop and cafe in all of San Diego. Ambiance: Gelato Vero has two stories, the bottom being the cafe, and the top floor having additional seating. There is also outdoor seating here as well so no matter what your vibe is, Gelato Vero probably has you covered. The outdoor seating is great to sit and chill when we have our typical SD weather. Mission Hills tends to catch great sunsets so that's a plus as well. The upstairs area lends to a similar vibe, but also is pretty quiet so it is great for studying or having a more intimate hangout with friends. Food/drink: the gelato here is top tier. My normal go to flavors are the tiramisu (though I think they sadly have not had it in a while), spumoni, and stracciatella. Their sorbets are also very good for the sweet/tangy lovers and refreshing for hot days. The gelato/sorbets definitely remind me of those in Italy. The coffee is also solid here as well, and I love the Italian sodas. Service: the workers here are always very nice and good with suggestions. The caffe is also kept clean and maintained and that's a sign of good service. In summary: I've been coming here for probably over a decade now and that love and loyalty still stands to the point of delusional madness, but it is warranted. Gelato Vero remains one of my absolute go-to spots and guaranteed recommendation for visiting friends or anyone asking for recs on new places or cafes.

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    Patty T.

    Mmmm, this was just what I needed, coffee, food and friendly service. two brothers own this coffee and gelato place in mid-town San Diego. The coffee is sourced from a local company which makes it that much better for me. i ordered the lemon ginger scone, yummy! the location is easy to get to, the ambiance is simple with 5 small tables to enjoy your treats, with large windows so you don't feel trapped in.

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    Gelato Vera is our favorite spot for ice cream. Love the option to grab a pint to go. Their pistachio is the best I've ever had!

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    Delish treat after an airport pick up! Love the gelato, I'm a new fan and will definitely be back.

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