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    Gemini x Happy Ice Cream

    3.9 (108 reviews)
    Closed 12:30 pm - 8:30 PM

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    Ice cream menu
    Anne-Olive N.

    I came here for the ice cream only because this was a quick stop before getting my nails done, but also because their dining experience seems like a confusing organized mess. The cocoa crumble ice cream was divine, but unfortunately outdoor chairs are only available for those who order a meal inside which left me standing on the sidewalk eating my ice cream. The scooper let me try multiple flavors which was nice and there was not a long line for ice cream only a Wednesday evening. I would like to return once I figure out the food situation.

    (Review is of dinner service... they also have lunch!) Ok this place was delish and a vibe but there's a LOT to know about this spot... they have some unusual rules, and 100% arrive at 5:30 or even 5:15 if you want to sit down (takeout is also a great option). Everything I consumed was SO GOOD. The pizza was amazing, I had the most delicious Pinot noir, and the ice cream was quite good. Not my favorite in the area -- funky flavors and graham cracker-ish cones lol -- but still a tasty finish to a GREAT meal. The outdoor seating vibe is so cute and peak DC, in a nice little streetery near Dupont. OK, downsides... it's pretty classic-crazy-city overpriced. Our bill was $100 for a pizza, two glasses of wine, and ice cream. They also have some very weird rules: only parties of 2 can sit outside, indoors is standing room only, you can't eat pasta outside, you can't order just wine after 5pm, and you can't sit if you're just getting ice cream. It all came off as odd and anal, sorry to say lol I know the restaurant industry is tough in our city and I believe they're doing what they gotta do. But it is a little much as a diner. The staff were pretty nice about it all though... but they do enforce everything pretty hawkishly, fyi. Overall, I'll happily return despite the strange rule environment. I knew about it beforehand and made peace with it, and the food was SO good that it didn't ruin the experience for me. As long as you get there by 5:30 and want pizza, it should be a fairly normal, pleasant experience!

    Affogato
    Renee T.

    Had a pre-dinner affogato here and it was prettyyy good. Service was good and the outside seating was really nice.

    Pizza
    John B.

    I normally come for ice cream, but I found occasion to order some special high-end butter from France, and having done so decided to go ahead and get some food here as well. In the midst of a polar vortex, I waited for my stuff inside. The pizza was a foccacia style. I got both their basic one and a fancier cheese with burrata and oregano. The oregano had both a strong taste and a strong aftertaste. It took me a couple of goes to finish it and left me feeling a bit bloated, but it was certainly quality. The butter was of a smoothness and pureness befitting the difficulty of acquiring it. This is a high-end place, both in price and in quality. I also picked up some ice cream, as it was not the best day for a scoop on site, but I'm sure I'll want it eventually.

    olive oil crumble and sesame and concord grape
    Faith-Carmen L.

    The in-door ambiance was interesting because of the standing. My issue was that the people next to us would bump into us the entire meal because it is close quarters and the countertop was too tall so I had to hold my plate in my hand the entire meal to eat comfortably. We thought the food was good but overpriced. The pizza was more worth it for the price because it is a larger amount of food. The pizza had crispy edges and had a good serving of burrata on top and tasted good. The ice cream was the star of the show specifically the olive oil crumble ice cream. I recommend getting it in a cone because their cones are delicious, sort of a biscoff taste. I would come back just for the ice cream. The staff at the ice cream cart also let us sample every flavor and were very kind. The staff inside the restaurant were a bit rude to us as we were trying to navigate the restaurant.

    Allison N.

    This place is weird because there are actually no tables that you can sit at and the line is often so long that it wraps down the block. It's kind of like a Portlandia episode but the food was honestly really good. Highlights of the experience were the eggplant meatballs, which tasted nothing like eggplant and everything like real meatballs, any of the pastas and the cannoli was literally perfect. The service was really friendly and they answered lots of questions about the menu and we didn't feel rushed at all. I'd say it was worth a visit but just wish they had chairs!

    Susie W.

    Wow I've been so excited to try Gemini! There's been a lot of buzz around this restaurant's food, wine, and ice cream. I don't love that there's no seats, it's a bit of a free for all finding a place to dine indoors or outdoors without chairs or tables LOL. But we were able to snag the window sill, grabbed a few glasses of wine, an app, and some pasta. The service was helpful and friendly, and the food came out quickly. The recommendation on drinks was top notch, and the cherry tomato and tzatziki was INCREDIBLE! We shared the ferretti with sweet corn and guanciale and the fileja alla 'nduja with spicy salami ragu & pecorino calabrese. Both were incredible in their own right. I wish me had enough room to try the pizza and ice cream as well. I'll definitely be back in warmer months to sit outside, try the ice cream, and continue to explore this ever changing menu.

    Pasta
    Joey Z.

    Never misses! Pasta is some of the best in the city and the vodka pizza is amazing. Great wine selection. Love having a casual place to walk in and get great food and drinks without needing reservations.

    Alexandra H.

    Gemini in DC was such a great dining experience! The food was absolutely delicious -- the pizza is truly unique, with creative flavor combinations (the white pizza was great!) that make it stand out, and the pasta was fantastic. Super fun flavors all around. The staff was wonderful as well: friendly, attentive, and added to the overall great vibe. The atmosphere itself is fun and lively without feeling overwhelming. Highly recommend ordering a half pizza and splitting a couple of pastas so you can try more of their amazing dishes. Definitely a spot I'd go back to!

    Rhubarb oat vanilla ice cream and coffee crunch
    Liv W.

    This ice cream has to be some of the best ice cream in the city. It is so creamy and the flavors are so complex! The rhubarb oat vanilla ice cream was perfectly sweet yet tangy... I am dreaming of it if I'm honest! The coffee was good too, but I think if I came back, I'd love to try more of their fruity based ice cream. Or the olive oil ice cream! This spot is open 4:30 to 8 and the line grows very fast! But we were fortunately first! It is $9 for two scoops which is a bit much, but honestly it is so worth it. I cannot wait to come back and try more of their unconventional flavors.

    Hot chocolate, iced latte, fries
    Caitlin D.

    Super cute space and concept, excellent and friendly service. We loved the hot chocolate, fries, and iced latte. I want to come back to try the ice cream soon!

    Hot cocoa
    Janet L.

    I'm obsessed with this place. The pasta and pizza are super high quality and fresh. Loved the orecchiette with pork sausage ragu--it was just the right amount of spicy and a modest portion that let me enjoy the food without feeling stuffed afterwards. For pizza, get a kind with burrata or ricotta on top, they're excellent. The ice cream flavors are interesting and the rotation makes it exciting and special when a flavor that sounds especially good is available. Their hot cocoa is a thick European style that's like drinking melted chocolate. It comes with housemade marshmallows that have a little salty-sweet flavor going on. One of my favorite hot chocolates in DC! It looks like a small cup but it's so rich I don't think it would be wise to have more haha. Hours aren't great (closed Sunday) and standing room only inside. But they're serving special things here so it's worth it to me.

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    Reginald A.

    Gemini x Happy Ice Cream has amazing ice cream, wine and even butter! Only two complaints: no indoor seating and the food is pretty expensive. We loved their pasta, especially the tagliatelle and rigatoni, and I always end the night with their olive oil ice cream. They also sell Bordier butter - nothing beats it! Service is on point. Worth a visit.

    1/2 red with 'nduja, ricotta, chilies & honey 1/2 plain vodka sauce

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