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    Philmore Creamery

    4.7 (551 reviews)
    ModerateGelato, Caterers
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    Menu (August 2026)
    Christina L.

    Delicious gelato! The space is not too large, but has some indoor and outdoor seating. 2 sample max per person. The employees are helpful to help with finalizing your final flavor. There's a rotating selection and flavors are also very seasonal. A small scoop (1-2 flavor) is $6.50. Cones are addition cost. A pint ($11-13) is way more worth it, you got a lot more ice cream. Another good way to try flavor is to get a flight which 5 single scoop of ice cream for $17. Recently went in August 2026, order half plum and mocha chip. The mocha chip was super rich, but the plum was a bit too sweet. I'd previously order the flight to share, the ice cream was not so sweet previously. So sweetness varies by day, but overall, solid creamery gelato

    Large cup with 3 flavors
    Ed L.

    Excellent gelato and simply one of the top three I have had in the Bay Area. Tried a bunch of flavors and decided on getting a large cup with giandula, pistachio, and mint blackberry. The texture was velvety and flavors were so deep and clean. The pistachio flavor was by far the best I have tasted. They claim they only sell the gelato the same day they make it and the freshness is what gives the excellent texture. Service was friendly and we enjoyed it a lot. Thank you!

    strawberry & lemon gelato
    Jade L.

    3.5 stars overall but rounding up because I really liked the flavors, quality, and portion size. I sampled the honey lavender and strawberry gelatos, but the honey lavender was too sweet, so I got a small cup split between strawberry and lemon. The tangy flavors blended well together, and a small was still a hefty portion, but the ratio was off with 2/3 of the cup being lemon and only 1/3 of the cup being strawberry. Also didn't like the layout of the store. It made no sense that we had to go all the way to the back of the store to line up but then check out at the front. I get it's a small space, but the configuration was disorienting and created bottlenecks.

    Rose and pistachio
    Doreen T.

    This was the perfect sweet treat after a somewhat underwhelming dinner next door at Nono Baru. The staff was friendly and happy to offer samples. I ended up ordering a small cup with half Sicilian Pistachio and half Rose Petal. The Rose Petal flavor had a lovely floral taste that I absolutely enjoyed, while the Sicilian Pistachio was rich and nutty. Both flavors were creamy, smooth, and, dare I say, not overly sweet?! Every bite was delicious and it was a wonderful way to end the evening.

    1/2 dark chocolate sorbetto and 1/2 strawberry sorbetto (seasonal) size small in a cup
    Shannon C.

    I've lived in San Francisco for over 6 years and have spent countless hours on Fillmore Street for workouts, shopping, coffee, and restaurants. Somehow, despite passing by so many times, I had never stopped into Philmore Creamery until tonight and now I'm wondering what took me so long. As someone who loves gelato but is lactose intolerant, I was beyond thrilled to see such an incredible selection of sorbettos and non-dairy options. I have tried dessert spots all over the city, so I don't say this lightly: this is hands-down the best gelato I've had in San Francisco and some of the best gelato I've had anywhere in my life. I ordered the dark chocolate sorbet and the strawberry sorbet, and both were absolutely outstanding. Rich, intensely flavorful, perfectly textured, and incredibly fresh. Every bite tasted like it was made with high-quality ingredients. One of the highlights of my visit was meeting Jordan and his mom, Mona, the owners. They were so welcoming and passionate about what they do. I learned that everything is made on-site with fresh ingredients and no artificial additives, and you can truly taste the difference. The flavors are vibrant, authentic, and unbelievably delicious. I've officially found my new favorite dessert spot in San Francisco. I already can't wait to come back and work my way through the rest of the menu. If you're anywhere near Fillmore, do yourself a favor and stop in, you won't regret it.

    Sorbet
    Jenny X.

    Really nice ice cream shop! I stopped by after seeing it on Google Maps and being in the area. It looked pretty unassuming, but they let me try all the different flavors. Good: The sorbet flavors are amazing. I was super thirsty, so the pear sorbet and the mango sorbet were really good. I almost felt like I was drinking a smoothie while I was eating it. I also like the stracciatella ice cream flavor since they're super creamy and very refreshing. There's a lot of seating inside, and I found it nice to just hunker down for an hour and work on my laptop. Bad: It does get pretty busy, and it can take a while to get through the line because it's super cramped inside. Overall loved this place and would come again~!

    Coconut cream + Salted caramel
    Sally Y.

    Need to highlight their salted caramel flavor - soooo creamy and delicious - pairs well with coconut cream!

    Dog parking
    Angela W.

    Philmore Creamery is classic gelato and sorbet done right. I have come by twice already and each time the flavors I got were fabulous. The line can get long but they move fairly fast. They have a policy where each person can only try three flavors, in the interest of keeping the line moving. The inside is a bit cramped with some seating inside and a refrigerated cabinet with ice cream based treats, as well as a cute spot for "dog parking" by the door. I really like their giant ice cream figurine outside. The first time I visited, I tried their dark chocolate sorbet and mascarpone gelato. This combination was absolutely HEAVENLY. The chocolate was rich and not too sweet, and the mascarpone tasted exactly like a tiramisu. I am always amazed by how they can get chocolate sorbet to taste just as good as chocolate gelato, as there isn't any milk. The second time, I tried their matcha blackberry ice cream and strawberry sorbet. The matcha was smooth and strong, and paired beautifully with the two summer flavors. The strawberry sorbet is limited to only a few weeks and it's so, so good, like summer in a cup!! This is one of my fave spots in the city for classic flavors with perfect execution. I can't wait to try their coffee and pistachio flavors!

    Hazelnut chocolate
    Angel G.

    Amazing gelato, I tried the chocolate hazelnut and it was delicious. The customer service was great, friendly, and happy to be there. The location was nice and felt cozy.

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    Darnah M.

    Lovely ice cream spot to come to after dinner! My husband found this place especially for me because I cannot have dairy, and they have a few delicious vegan flavors including a dark chocolate sorbetto that is absolutely rich and decadent. Felt like such a treat! My husband and his brother loved their flavors too. Service was friendly, and we hung out at the inside seating until they closed. It was nice to have a spot to enjoy the ice cream and hang out.

    Pistachio and coconut
    Kyle C.

    Wish I could Phil more of this gelato in my mouth cuz it's so good. Was hoping to get some of the delicious raspberry flavor I saw online but they didn't have it. Got pistachio and coconut and the were incredibly creamy and delicious. They have plenty of great flavors and will let you try them. A little crammed inside but it's worth it.

    Salted Caramel pint
    Lynda S.

    2/13/26 We were craving gelato and wanted to badly for our faves to be in season. Unfortunately, we're too early and ended up with a sampling of cups of various flavors! We'll be back for our seasonal faves we already listed in past reviews! Saved enough rewards for a couple of pints too!!! Staff were all friendly and sweet as usual!

    Pistachio gelato and dark chocolate sorbetto
    Karina S.

    Loved my sweet treat from here! I got the pistachio gelato and dark chocolate sorbetto, the pistachio especially didn't feel too sweet. I did wish the dark chocolate taste was a bit stronger but it was still quite good. The gelato was super creamy and smooth and the staff were very friendly and allowed us to sample a few flavors before ordering. Not a ton of seating inside

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    Hello, When will the Tiramisu crunch flavour be back? We have gone back last two weekends with no luck.

    Sorry one more question. We got Gianduia. Is gianduia crunch different?

    No problem, love your questions! It’s the same Gianduia ingredients with an added cookie crunch. So there is gluten in the crunch. Hope that helps.

    Is your ice cream gluten free?

    Hi Milly Most of the flavors are gluten free. We have two flavors (Lemon Cookie and Gianduia Crunch) which contain gluten, otherwise, the rest are gluten free.

    Can you list your daily flavors online?

    Thank you Jen. We are working on our website to include standard flavors as well as the scoop of the day. We should have it completed soon.

    Do you have any vegan options that are not sorbet/sorbetto?

    At this time I m not making anything with soy or almond. Only sorbetto with water, fruit and sugar.

    Are there any dairy-feee options?

    Yes we always have sorbetto, dairy-free, options batched with local seasonal fruit and more.

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    Lush Gelato - LUSH! Even for a small, they let you choose two flavors.

    Lush Gelato

    4.4(444 reviews)
    1.6 miNorth Beach/Telegraph Hill, Russian Hill
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    As I was walking through the neighborhood I was craving gelato after eating pizza. I entered the…read moreestablishment through their back entrance. This parlor has unique gelato flavors. I sampled a couple of their flavors to decide which flavor(s) I wanted to purchase. I selected the Ricotta Lemon Zest gelato. I had the options to have it in a cup or cone. I decided a cup because I full from the pizza. The cones are house made and smelled good! I selected the perfect flavor! The lemon zest was vibrant and refreshing. It had a good balance of tartness without being sour. The ricotta added a nice creaminess. It wasn't heavy. The citrus kept the cream light. The staff was friendly. There wasn't much interaction other than asking for samples, placing my order, and then paying. However, it was all pleasant. It is a small ice cream shop. There are two wooden benches against the wall to sit and eat your ice cream if you choose to do so. I would recommend trying this ice cream parlor and I would return again!

    "FARM TO CONE"! 5.0…read more Ohhh, Lush... Exuberant, luxuriant, abundant, succulent, sumptuous... The name itself seems to capture the experience. After finishing dinner, we walked just a few steps onto the sidewalk when we noticed a line forming outside a business. We craned our necks to see what had drawn everyone's attention. It was Lush Gelato. It would have been foolish to simply keep walking, so naturally, we joined the line. Thankfully, it moved rather quickly, and before we knew it, we were standing at the counter trying to decide which flavors to choose. I'm of the opinion that when it comes to gelato, I choose whatever sounds good to me in the moment and typically don't ask for samples, as it slows the line down substantially. It's a little gamble, but it's hardly the end of the world if the flavor doesn't suit your palate. There's always another day and another flavor to try. I chose the Brown Butter & Chocolate Honeycomb. The gentleman helping me must have been operating on "auto" mode because he handed me a sample, apparently thinking I had asked for one. I tasted it, even though I already knew I wanted that flavor. Good choice, I thought to myself. It was absolutely delicious. The quality really shines through, and I especially appreciate how Lush creates its artisanal gelato using many ingredients sourced from local businesses. There's a wonderful sense of craftsmanship in every bite. One might wonder how Argentine owner Federico Murtagh manages to create gelato with such an exceptionally smooth, luscious texture and depth of flavor. Perhaps one need only look to Argentina for the answer. Buenos Aires has a strong Italian influence, and gelato has long been a beloved staple of the city's food culture. Murtagh has brought that Argentine-style gelato tradition to us, right here in beautiful Northern California. We'll definitely be returning to explore more of the flavors, especially the seasonal offerings. My only wish? That Lush stayed open into the wee hours of the night, just as gelato shops do in Argentina. Because really, is there ever a bad time for gelato?

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    Lush Gelato - Honeycomb chocolate ice cream & and rude employee in back

    Honeycomb chocolate ice cream & and rude employee in back

    Lush Gelato - Creme Fraiche & Baked Apples (Granny Smith)

    Creme Fraiche & Baked Apples (Granny Smith)

    Lush Gelato - Dark Chocolate, Brown Butter & Chocolate Honeycomb

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    La Copa Loca Gelato - Chocolate Dark

    La Copa Loca Gelato

    4.2(385 reviews)
    2.3 miMission
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    Exploring the neighborhood after playing miniature golf nearby at Holey Moley and also visited Hua…read moreZang Zi, a Buddhist temple converted from a church (formerly St. Johannes Evangelical Lutheran Church) because it looked so interesting. I digress. We then went to La Copa Loca Gelato to get some coconut gelato. So good! A must visit. Located on 22nd Ave and Capp.

    I lived near La Copa Loca for almost two years, but I didn't come more than a handful of times, and…read moreI regret that. It's the little gelato place that could. I was terrified the entire time I lived nearby that this place would close, but it outlasted me in the neighborhood, and I stopped by recently, and it is still going strong. The gelato is good, but I always came here for the smoothies, which are excellent. It's in an out-of-the-way spot and across the street from a rowdy bar full of lecherous men, so keep your daughters close, and your pepper spray closer. I'm kidding! (Sort of.) It is adorable how many families bring their kids here. During the day, they put a couple of tables out on the Capp Street sidewalk, and since this is the end of Capp that is barricaded, cars won't be rushing by. The ultimate get is to come when the taco truck is parked at the barricade. When that happens, you can enjoy some fine Mexican food-truck food and wash it down with some heavenly gelato. My only criticism: They need to fix the case! It has been cracked since 2023, if not before then.

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    Stracciatella

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    La Copa Loca

    La Copa Loca

    4.7(29 reviews)
    2.8 miNoe Valley

    Another La Copa Loca! This location is 2 years new!…read more Has a slightly smaller menu than the Mission location, but still plenty to choose from. They didn't have scoops available for my favorite--their yogurt (plain), but no problem, because they had it in a pint which I grabbed from their fridge! They do have the yogurt lemon cookie for scoops though, which is also very good! This place can be easy to miss if you're just walking by, so take my word for it and try this place out! They also make dessert crepes here Staff is friendly and my other favorite flavor is the dragon fruit sorbet. It's very light & airy.

    This is a nice cozy little hideaway on Church St to enjoy frozen treats such as their take on…read moregelato and a big menu of old-school style ice cream sundaes, using their gelato of course! Friendly service you will find here as they aren't shy about serving tiny sample tastes of whichever flavor you might seem interested in. As for us, we enjoyed our scoop of Jasmine gelato paired with a scoop of Espresso Crunch. Unlike most gelatos that we've tried, LCL's take on gelato here is much more airy and less fatty (read no "cheese pull" stretch on this here like the others. Hmm.. That said, both the Jasmine and Espresso Crunch flavors were still pretty enjoyable and not overly sweet in the least. 5/5 for flavor, 3.1/5 for texture. Lots of unique flavors and traditional ones too. Be sure to sample first! :) lots of comfy seating, easy transit access via the Muni J-Church light rail that rolls by right out in front!

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    La Copa Loca - Bay window with seating!

    Bay window with seating!

    La Copa Loca - Yogurt gelato pint! ~$16

    Yogurt gelato pint! ~$16

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    Caravaggio Gelato Lab - Regular Cup ($4.75) - Fiordilatte and Black Sesame. Black sesame tasted quite roasted and a bit bitter, not my fav black sesame ice cream.

    Caravaggio Gelato Lab

    4.5(479 reviews)
    10.9 miGourmet Ghetto, North Berkeley
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    Caravaggio Gelato Lab stands out for its commitment to high-quality ingredients--sourcing sesame…read moreseeds from Japan and Nocciola del Piemonte, hazelnuts from Northern Italy. Thanks to an acquaintance who told me about Caravaggio Gelato, we checked it out when a family member was visiting from out of town. It was a treat to be served directly by the gelatiere artigiano who crafts the recipes. Among us three, we tried 4 flavors. We spotted the Gianduja (Hazelnut & Chocolate) later, and it will be on the list for the next visit. * Piedmont Hazelnut (Nocciola del Piemonte): The overall favorite--rich, creamy, and nutty. * Orange Blossom Honey: Our guest's top pick from the regular menu. He exclaimed, beaming, at least three times how good that flavor was! * King Pluot: One of the special flavors of the day, the gelato captured the taste of summer - bright, sweet, and refreshing. * Black Sesame: I was curious how black sesame would taste in gelato, and I was not disappointed - the flavor was deep and earthy, made with Japanese sesame seeds. There may be a dozen gelato and ice cream shops in Berkeley, but Caravaggio is where you'll relish the science and art of gelato making.

    Unfortunately I wasn't a fan of the gelato here. I sampled a handful of flavors and didn't feel…read morelike any were that good, but ended up still getting a regular cup because the employee was really nice and I felt bad leaving without getting anything. I got the hazelnut-chocolate and zuppa inglese (English trifle) flavors. Overall I felt like the flavors were very muted and watered down. The zuppa inglese was icy and not creamy at all. Unfortunately this spot really missed the mark for me. Would give 2 stars but bumping up to 3 stars for the very friendly service.

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    Caravaggio Gelato Lab - Madagascar Vanilla Gelato

    Madagascar Vanilla Gelato

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