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    Gemini x Happy Ice Cream

    3.9 (100 reviews)
    Open 12:30 pm - 8:30 PM

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    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.

    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.

    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!

    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!

    Always a good time. The pizza and ice cream are amazing. Super niche spot. I love sitting on the patio with a bottle of wine. Staff are super friendly and helpful.

    olive oil gelato w/ cocoa crumbles in caramelized sourdough cone
    Lexi H.

    I became OBSESSED with happy ice cream when stumbling across their ice cream cart during a neighborhood jog. The rotating daily flavors had me HOOKED & always coming back for more. Easily the best ice cream I've ever had (I still dream of the milk chocolate oatmeal cookie). The caramelized sourdough cones are a nice touch as well. The concept is so unique & cool with a small local neighborhood spot ambiance that I wanted to try their regular Happy Gemini food too! The pizza slice was yummy, the burrata definitely adds that extra touch to it. The cacio e pepe zeppole was something really unique, but more savory than expected.

    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!

    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 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.

    Brussel sprouts
    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
    Kruti M.

    This might just turn into my top 5 pizza spots in DC! I've had this place on my list for a while, but I thought the hype was around the ice cream, not so much pizza. Unfortunately, they close rather early (8:30pm). We decided to try our luck and make our way there. There was actually a wine event going on so of course we had to try a glass of wine as well. We decided to get - 1/2 red with 'nduja, ricotta, chilies & honey 1/2 plain vodka sauce - 5/5 Can I just say, I've never had a crust like this before in my entire life? The bottom was the perfect amount of crisp and the middle was fluffy, doughy, and squishy. The sauce was a tad bit spicy for my liking, but the bread/crust made up for it. The wine paired flawlessly with the pizza. It was a little sweet, but not too sweet which paired great with the spicy and tanginess of the sauce. Of course I just HAD to get the ice cream. The kind man let us in as the last people to get served even though they were basically closed. We got the Olive Oil ice cream. It was good, but it did seem a bit olive oily for our liking. I didn't expect it to be this potent.

    Vodka pep with burrata
    Melissa Z.

    The cons - Gelato by the scoop is only from open till 5pm. After 5pm, they do offer their gelato by the pints. It's a small space, but very cozy. It was difficult to get a table to dine in. You can order take out online but I believe that they stop taking care out orders at 5PM Pros - THE BEST PIZZA EVER. The vodka + pep and burrata was amazing. It is to die for. The crust was exceptionally crispy, dough was light and airy and sauce was FLAVOR. Honestly a perfect pie. Hats off to the chef. Customer service was also so friendly and helpful. Please do yourself a favor and try this lovely gem of an establishment.

    1/2 a grandpa pie- 'nduja was sweet with a little amount of spice.

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