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    Tesoro Gelato

    4.9 (25 reviews)
    Open • 2:00 pm - 8:00 PM

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    Becky B.

    We tried this Gelato spot before our Italy summer trip and to our surprise the owner went to Italy and studied how to master Gelato and has come and brought this gem to Knoxville. The pistachio flavor was to die for! Will NOT be my last time coming here. Love it!

    Strawberry on top and fior Dior di latte at the bottom. Delicious!
    Iva C.

    I'm so happy that a gelato shop opened in downtown Knox! This place is the real deal and brings back memories of my trip to Italy a few years ago. The owner is so friendly along with the other staff. The decor is adorable and definitely Instagram worthy! They were unfortunately out of several flavors when I visited due to a freezer issue, but I was still able to try the strawberry and fior di latte. Both were delicious! Even though they weren't my first choice, I wasn't disappointed in the slightest. Nothing tasted artificial and you can tell they use real and fresh ingredients. I cannot wait to come back and try the other flavors they have to offer! This place is definitely worthy of a 5 star rating.

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    Jessica M.

    Delizioso! We tried the pistachio, mint cookies and cream, fruits of the forest, and chai tea latte (oatmilk). Everything was wonderful!

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    Ian C.

    This place is the perfect combination of charming and amazing quality. It's a cute little shop in the middle of Old City with a variety of outstanding flavors of gelato. Not to mention the portions are more than generous, a small gives you about 2 scoops! The owner was also super friendly and puts his heart into this spot.

    Doug B.

    Best gelato anywhere including Italy last summer! The perfect addition to the Old City next to the Melting Pot! Yummy for the Tummy!

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    Lettie F.

    A new gelato place has opened up in Old City, and it is molto bene! I had the chocolate and the almond butter, but there were lots of flavors, including several sorbets. The owner (previously of Cafe Vicolo fame) trained in Italy, and he makes a mean Italian ice cream. Opens officially May 2, just in time for

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    Amazing ice cream, super friendly staff, and an amazing environment to eat at. Knoxville needs more places like this!!

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    This place was incredible it had great ambience, food and service. I highly recommend it for people who love great food.

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    This gelato is fantastic! One of my favorite spots for a sweet treat in Knoxville. The dark chocolate is insane!!

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    1 year ago

    Hot day in Nashville. Cool creamy treat was the perfect solution. My regret was not trying the pecan pralines which looked incredible!

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    1 year ago

    Delicious! What a lovely addition to Old City! We enjoyed the stracciatella & dark chocolate.

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    Delicious and authentic gelato! Such an amazing new addition to the old city Knoxville community!

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