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On a random weekday we came here for a swee t treat after lunch seeing all the great reviews. We ordered stuff at the counter and just stood inside since we'd just come from a nice lunch and didn't want a sit down service again. We got a pistachio cannoli which was topped with so many pistachios.. the filling was light, the outer shell was perfectly crispy. Overall just delightful.. but the true hero of this spot for me was their hot chocolate. It was thick, dark and not too sweet.. a perfect combination when it comes to hot chocolate. It was sooo good that we came back again just for their hot chocolate. They have a dining room inside with plenty of seating so maybe next time I'll do that. Highly recommend this spot.. the reviews don't lie!!
Came to get the gelato here because of the raving reviews. We came late on a Tuesday night and waited around 15 minutes in line. You pay first with what size you want and if you want cup/cone. Felt rushed ordering, they gave us a cone even though we paid for a cup. Make sure you know what you want before hand because he did not like when we asked what the flavor profile difference was between lemon and limoncello (we tried looking it up in line but unfortunately there's no signal here). Pistachio gelato was really delicious nice and creamy!! I prefer pistachio bits in my pistachio gelatos for added texture which this one didn't have but that's not to say the gelato wasn't amazing it's more of a persona preference. The lemon was very tarty and refreshing!
Old world charm! On the recommendation of our apartment host, we visited Giolitti for a gelato. The café is just beautiful - it exudes old world charm with elegant wood panelled interiors and glass display cases filled with delicious looking food. The coffee is nothing special, but the gelato was sublime!
It was my first time visiting and overall lots of options. First you pay and then you go to the counter to get what you ordered. I got a small and it comes with two flavors. You can only eat in if you don't order the to go options otherwise if you get to go you won't be allowed to eat inside. Overall it has the ambience of a milkshake shop!
This was one of our favorite gelato spots across all of the cities we visited in Italy! The place is massive and there was a large crowd of people, as it deserves. You order the size you want and pay at the register, and then take your ticket to the counter to order your flavors. I got the pistachio and dark chocolate, and o m g was this delicious. Maybe it was because it was my first gelato in Italy but I was actually mind blown by how good it was. I've had my fair share of gelato, but the flavor and texture of this was perfection - so smooth, and the pistachio and dark chocolate flavors were so intense and rich. I can still remember being astonished by how good they tasted. There is a lot of good pistachio gelato out there, but this one was something special for sure. Highly highly recommend trying!
A great gelato spot that was in an easily reachable location - they do not offer seating for their customers who only order gelato though, only for those ordering food/drinks. You pay at the cashier and bring your receipt over to another line to get your gelato. Lines move quickly though. The ambiance is casual. They have lots of flavors - we tried the pistachio and salted caramel, both of which were delicious. The salted caramel was sweeter than I expected.
While traveling in Italy, a family member highly recommended Giolitti's gelatos. So, when we were in Rome, we found a branch near where we stayed and decided to try it. The gelato is superb! They have many flavors, and you can choose a few for your cone or cup. The larger size lets you mix more flavors. On our first visit, we tried about four or five different flavors and loved them so much that we stopped for a second time a couple of days later. Their gelatos are very flavorful and not too sweet compared to the average ice cream and gelato in the US. The line was long, so you might have to wipe your mouth often if you're drooling too much while looking at all the gelato options. The staff is very quick and helpful. It's an experience worth trying if you are in Rome.
Wow!!! Amazing gelato here!! I know there are many gelato places to choose from, but you have to try this place and compare it to other places and you will see the difference. The line was very very long when we got there. Don't be afraid to get in line though since the line moves quickly! We were out in the street waiting and line was constantly moving. You paid for the size of gelato and then you stand in another line to get the flavors you want. There's indoor seating, but you are not allowed to sit there if you are just ordering the gelato. There's a line to sit in the cafe.
Probably the best gelato I had in Rome, if not very close. It was both thick and creamy and the flavors were rich and a wide range of them. I went back twice to confirm how I felt about it. My favorite coffee flavored gelato stop. Loved the old school feel of Giolitti. It was very crowded on both my visits, but the line moves quickly. Their system is that you pay first and pick out your flavors after, which can be a little confusing. Definitely a staple worth visiting.
Our Airbnb was few blocks away from this place, there was always a line here so decided to check it out. The gelato was just okay, nothing special. They have sir down service and to go as well, you pay a little extra with sit down table service. Staff is super friendly. I'd though skip the place if looking for authentic gelato flavors.
Super popular gelato shop that opens late! Pay first at the front then head to the counter to get your gelato in either a cone or cup. It was 10:30 PM, but still busy with a lot of people enjoying their gelato outside. Theres a lot of flavors to choose from. I went for a small which includes two flavors: I picked strawberry and pistachio. The gelato was so good! The flavors were rich and the consistency was perfect. They have a lot of reviews for good reason - they have really good gelato. Highly recommend this spot for gelato in Rome!
6 years ago
This was a life experience. Not just a gelato- it is AMAZING sometimes lines can be really long- use the tables outside it is exclusively for waiters. Much faster and the service is great read more
8 years ago
Yes this place is super touristy and always busy but it truly is the best gelato in Rome. I had gelato from many other spots and while some of them gave Giolittis a run for their money, I often found myself back here. As custom around Rome, you first stand in line to pay for what you want. Once you pay, you will receive a receipt that you then hand to the workers behind the counter. Yes it is busy at almost all hours and getting up to the counter can be frustrating. Choose a spot, work your way up, and don't back down! As far as the flavors go, they have a ton! You honestly can't go wrong with any combination but my favorite was the pistachio and chocolate. They do have tables but you have to pay for service so just get your gelato and step outside. It's too crazy inside anyways. Go for the hype, go for some seriously good gelato, go because it's the best in Rome, whatever you do, go! read more
9 years ago
Magnifico! Oh my... When in Rome, do as the Romans do. Gorge on gelato! While there are practically gelato shops on every block, how does one weed them all out and find the winner? During my visit through Rome, a local said to me, "Don't go to the gelato shops that have all that fancy, modern feel look to it. Instead, find the old fashioned ice cream shops where they are playing 80s music." BOOM! Direct hit, mi amico! Giolitti definitely felt like I stepped into a time warp. From the oldskool ice cream parlor decor, to the classic uniforms the ice cream guys are wearing. This was by far my favorite gelato spot in Rome. Keep in mind, I did try quite the many gelato shops in my adventures through Italy. Giolitti is one that I will miss without a doubt. It impressed me so much that I had to make a few return visits on this trip. Don't worry about the long line too much. I'm not going to lie, it's quite chaotic, and the workers may come off a little harsh and unfriendly. I'm a tourist, how was I supposed to know that I had to line up to the register first, pay for what I want, then take the ticket to the gelato line to get my goods. Most people make the mistake by lining up in the wrong line. For your newbie sake, I hope you're reading this paragraph! Pay line first, pay, then gelato line after. No pay, no product! As for the flavors, there's too many to try in one shot. Start with your favorites, they will easily impress you. If you're feel adventurous, try flavors you normally wouldn't try. Live a little. Don't get a small, get the next size up from a small. You might as well live a little. Plus the bigger the size, the more flavors you get to mix and match. Just look out for the signs. If you're not sure, just be a tourist and ask. If you're in Rome, do come here. You're more likely on your feet everyday, for miles on end. Giolitti is an excellent pit spot and a great reward. You can even dine in and people watch. Dining option opens up the menu to all kinds of desserts that go beyond the gelato. I would say about 70% of patrons are there for the "take away" gelato. Buon appetito! read more
Checked off another place we wanted to try here in Rome. This place gets packed but the line moves quickly. Pay first and get a receipt then line up to get your gelato. You can get three flavors. Needs to eat it fast because it melts fast. read more
6 years ago
We went after seeing the reviews on Yelp. It was AMAZING!! Would def recommend! Had the banana, coffee, mixed berry and Nutella! read more
8 years ago
I like the fact that you can pay with a credit card here for one gelato. Some establishments only accept cash. And the gelato flavors are good and they have a wide assortment. Just mind which server gives a better scoop here. Some pile on the whip cream but skimp on the actual gelato. Oh, don't sit on the table rows or you will be reminded that you have to pay more for it. :-) read more
My husband and I stopped at Giolittli since it was rated so well. This place was packed and once we got or Gelato, we understood why. It is great and seems like a true classic place. I ordered the chocolate and coffee and my husband ordered the cherry and coffee. All were excellent and we would absolutely come back! read more
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7 years ago
I came here after a recommendation from my cousin who heard about this place through a friend. I came to this gelato shop twice. The first experience was when we sat down and wanted to order some desserts. We tried to order mousse and they had told us they were out of mousse. When I spotted this picture of pretty deserts, I asked about how it was sold. Could I pick what I wanted or was it a set assortment? The server had an awful attitude. Couldn't explain to me. Someone else waved him down and he simply walked away when I still wasn't quite sure what he was explaining to me. He came back to get the rest of our orders but still dismissed my questions and walked away to help another table. After that we simply got up and left. The following day we were just around the corner and my cousin still had wanted to at least try their gelato. We came by to order some cones. At least this time the service was prompt and polite. Definitely didn't want to sit down after the experience from the previous day. You need to pay before you order. The gelato itself felt overly sweet. Wasn't my favorite. Really turned off from the service from the previous day. Pricing is decent. Nothing absurd. Boarder line tourist trap...? read more
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Wow, this place gets crowded! Luckily, we beat the rush. Pay first at the cashier, then go get your scoops. I was overwhelmed with the sheer variety of flavors, didn't help that the staff were trying to push through orders as quickly as possible. However, without my thought, I settled on the salted caramel and cafe which did not disappoint. However if I had more time to decide (or if they allowed sampling), I would have gotten 2 scoops of the rice flavor. I got to snag some from my BF and that was hands-down my favorite. Not overly sweet and with nice bits of rice scattered about. Probably the most noteable gelato place in Rome and I can see why! read more
6 years ago
Best gelato I've ever had. Highly recommend the hazelnut flavor, also if you can make time to come back multiple times cause there are so many flavors that are amazing. Very long lines but it moves quickly! read more
7 years ago
4 years ago
Delicious gelato and the shop itself is beautiful! While I can't say it's the best gelato I've had, they have the widest array of flavors I've seen so far and I'll definitely be back to try more of them. There are long lines at all times of day, but I appreciate that you pay first, get your ticket, then go to the gelato counter to exchange your receipt for your dessert. It definitely speeds up the wait - plus, too many times have I paid after being given the gelato and had no hands free to get money out of my wallet! I like that they also have tons of different pastries if you aren't in the mood for ice cream. It's worth a trip if you're in Rome! read more
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Yeah, you've had gelato before but was it made in Italy #giolitti Eager customers lined up out of the door, for real! And at first this was daunting but I brought my friends here based firstly off a highly ranked fodors 'places to go' list and then backed by Yelp reviews (because Aperitivo at 'Gusto was definitely overrated, from the same fodors list). So we got in line to enter the Gelateria, were directed to the cashier's line to pre-pay for our two-scoop desserts (1, 2, or 3 offered)... there are lines/showcases for other sweet treats like cakes and candies... after paying we went to the gelato showcase and read the large tv screens projecting countless flavors written in multiple languages. Ultimately settled on some delicious combos. Pictured is the cream flavor scooped with blackcherry | with strawberry | and with pineapple If I was in Rome I would go back, definitely! read more
Rome is filled with so many Gelato stores that you really can't go wrong with any of them! Giolitti is one of the more popular ones I would say...When you walk in you have to stand in line at the cashier and pay for your order prior to getting in a second line where the gelato case actually is. I got the walnut and pistachio and the two flavors complemented each other so well! It was creamy and light, but still flavorful. Definitely recommend! read more
4 years ago
Despite being located on a street that was too confusing for my little tourist brain, every spoonful was worth the hour of lost confusion I endured to get back on a main road and find a cab! The service was absolutely delightful and friendly and the people there seemed to really love their job! They were so busy even at 12 AM and still cared to ask where I was from and if I was enjoying Rome, etc. You get a lot of gelato for your buck here, and man it is the best gelato EVER. I made the mistake of getting a combination of overly rich flavors together (Nutella, hazelnut and coffee) each was delicious on its own but together, I kinda overwhelmed my palate a bit. My friend opted for a fruitier option that I tried, and copied the next day lol It's totally worth the hype. So much to choose from and such an awesome experience...not to mention free wifi read more
9 years ago
BEST. GELATO. EVER. I've been dreaming of this gelato since I've had it. This was on my list of places to try and along the way to the Pantheon we stumbled upon it. I wasn't hungry at the time but I made room to try this gelato. Definitely no regrets about that! Came here around 11am on a Tuesday and there was hardly a line. First you pay, then bring your reciept to the gelato counter. I got a small (piccolo) which included two flavors and whipped cream. I got Melon (cantaloupe) and Cocomero (watermelon). Sooooo goood! After that first try, I don't think any other gelato could compare. The gelato is resonably priced with a wide variety of flavors to choose from. If you're ever in Rome, this is definitely a must try! read more
Wow I haven't seen such a long line and so many flavors of gelato! We had this place bookmarked cause they've been serving gelato since 1900! Seems like everyone else had the same idea and this place is quite famous cause here was a street sign pointing to its location. The place is huge!! There's a section just for seating but only for eat in customers - since they also serve drinks, cafes and desserts. Seating is not for people with cones and gelato! You have to purchase your ticket first and then present the ticket to the gelato counter! So many flavors to choose from! How do you even decide?! I got the rice, Hazelnut (classic favorite) and pistachio. I liked the rice cause it had cooked rice inside. Overall, pretty standard gelato though. Wasn't my favorite but high marks for how many flavor choices there were! read more
7 years ago
TL;DR - Great gelato shop Giolitti is probably one of the best gelatos I've had. It has old school ice cream shop vibes with employees in vest and bow-tie. Plenty of flavors to satisfy your gelato craving. With this said, place gets PACKED, so just prepare yourself to be in shoulder-to-shoulder crowd. read more
9 years ago
Great gelato and average service. I got the pineapple and vanilla both of which I enjoyed. My niece got the chocolate chip and stracciatella but preferred the gelato we got from the night before elsewhere. I wouldn't go out of my way to come here but if I were in the area then why not?! Also a short bus ride from the Colosseo. Note: there's only one toilet so if you got to and it's busy then be prepared to wait. read more
11 years ago
Sure, I love gelato as much as the next tourist who visits Italy for the first time ever, and coming to this famous shop was a must-do in Rome. However, my experience here turned sour within a matter of seconds. I paid for a small gelato cone and took my ticket to stand in line. The patrons in front of me were two guys who seemed kind of rowdy. The man helping them was bald and had black rimmed glasses. He started scooping their gelato, and messed around, doing tricks with the gelato spoon, like flipping their cone in the air and trying to catch it stealthily, etc. He dropped it, and the two customers started to give him crap for it, making comments like "don't drop it this time". The man was apologetic, scooped their gelato and then asked me for my receipt. I gave him my receipt, and I asked him if I could get one scoop of mango and one scoop of peach. With a smug expression on his face, he said "do you mean mango and rice?" (I'm Asian, lol.) Completely shocked at his comment, I just stared at him. I have never experienced outright racism in my 21 years of living and this dude was the the first. I felt bad since the customers before me were rude to him, so I suppressed my instincts of fighting back and giving him a hard time. Realizing that i was in Europe and racial equality might not be as encouraged/prioritized as it is in the States, I bit my tongue, took my gelato and just left the store. I agree with the other reviews that the gelato might be some of the best in Rome, if not Italy, but this guy's rude attitude and blatant disregard for customer service pretty much ruined the whole experience for me. I would rather patron another gelato shop that actually cares about their customers. As much as I love gelato, I'd take my money elsewhere....so CIAO forever! read more
12 years ago
This place was recommended to us by our tour manager, so we were a bit skeptical. Were we ever wrong. Best gelato we had our whole trip in Italy. We could have saved a few Euro getting a scoop on a cone at the counter, but it had already been a long day of walking so we took a seat and ordered off the menu. I got some gelato, where as the other girls got a cappuccino, tiramisu and some other dessert I can't remember. The pistachio gelato was SO GOOD. Nothing you've ever tasted. Even my friend that doesn't like pistachio ice cream was amazed at how much she loved it. It actually tasted like pistachios, very nutty. Pro tip - if you sit in the sitting area, the prices are higher, but the portions are also bigger and there is free wifi available to you while you are "dining". Also, there is a bathroom in the back. There is usually a line since there are only two for both men and women. read more
8 years ago
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Via degli Uffici del Vicario 40
00186 Rome
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Centro Storico
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06 6991243
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