I love their homemade gelato and sorbet. My go-to flavor is grapefruit, but this time I tried the…read moremango. It was very delicious and had the right balance of mango flavor and sweetness. The employee was really nice, and the interior is cute. It is a short walk to the park, so next time I plan to take my treat to go.

Delicious cold and a taste of Italy. Nice Ambience and…read moreservice. Cozy atmosphere definitely a vibe.

Everything is 100% gluten free including the cones and baked goods!! I wish there was something…read moresimilar in our area. My non-Celiac family LOVED the gelato and cones. Be aware, on our most recent visit we arrived at 7:55 pm because the website said they closed at 9:00pm. While we were ordering, we were asked to hurry because they closed at 8:00. It may be worth calling ahead to verify if you are driving to the area specifically for Artisen.

It's a quaint little shop with the most delightful owner. She was so nice at explaining everything…read moreand letting us try the different flavors. So what is it? It's an ice cream dessert, that is usually intense in flavor and creamy in texture, but does not contain dairy products, or substitutes, nor fats, gluten, nuts and derivatives, soy, eggs, colorings, or artificial flavors. Hello allergen free! The flavors were so full and delicious. And there were so many flavors to choose from. There were new fruits I had never tried in combinations like the Soursop in Twilight (combined with Blackberry). It was my second favorite only to the Limon which is a tart lemon. Not a fan of tart? They have sweet flavors too like Mint Chocolate and Brownie. The Blueberry Cheesecake is pretty amazing too! I think between my dad, sister, and I we walked out with like 7 pints. They've even opened up a location in Boca Raton, FL so we can enjoy it when we visit my Dad.

Great gelato! And solid coffee as well. Fun spot with a ton of seating…read more Enjoyed the hazelnut flavor but liked the Oreo cookies and cream a lot more.

Oreo Gelato (1/5): Really hate giving 1-star reviews but this was the worst gelato I've ever had…read more It wasn't very creamy and sticky the way gelato should be, and was pretty icy instead. The flavor was also pretty bad and left a bitter aftertaste. The portion size is big, but that's not a good thing when you don't want to eat it... (I also tried a bite of the mint chocolate chip and literally spit it out because of a weird fruity flavor mixed in.) RATING SYSTEM 5 - Great (Need to get this again) 4 - Good (Would get this again) 3 - Ok (Might give this another shot) 2 - Not Good (Won't get this again) 1 - Bad (Telling people to avoid this)

Such a cute little shop ! I have driven by so many times and didn't realize they sold gelato…read more Stopped in after picking the kids up from school. Pictured : chocolate chip and mixed berry. This is the larger sized cup available. They were really friendly.

Gelato options are great. Free jukebox music available. Service was very good and quick…read more Plenty of inside seating as well as outside. Good spot for a quick Boba or Gelato.

Great place to stop in near Bailey Park whether you're looking for coffee, a cold drink, or a…read moresnack! That includes snacks for those who are gluten sensitive, as I think most, if not all, their treats are free of it. I like to come in here and work when I am spending my day in Winston and in need of a place to park myself for some computer work. If you're lucky, you can find free street parking along the park, though at peak times, that is unlikely. There are paid decks nearby, as well as random alleys and spots that you can slide into. In any case, you won't be a far walk from here. Service is always fast and friendly, and the vibe is relaxed. Seating for anything from a small meetup with friends to solo work, or just peaceful relaxation.

DeBeen is located across from merschel park. It has a selection of tea, coffee, pastries, and…read moregelato. Service is fast. This is a great place to work. It's relatively quiet and dog friendly.

Really loved this place the first few times I went, but the gelato was completely melted my most…read morerecent visit! It was still tasty, but I was very disappointed to see as soon as I received my gelato that it was all goop. Not sure if it's a freezing problem, etc. - hope they can fix this.

Delicious gelato and super friendly staff! There is a great variety of flavors and a very welcoming…read morevibe! The peanut butter cup and salted carmel brownie are my favorite.

Order: lemon sorbet and chocolate chip gelato with a side of waffle cone…read more The smell of the freshly made waffle cones lured me into trying their ice cream. They had a tent set up outside an event in Charlotte and offered only limited flavors. (But after exploring their full menu, they offer a lot of flavors.) I'm not a heavy ice cream person so this was a good treat. The sorbet and gelato were both very light and not overly sweet. Was nice on a hot summer day!

Great silky gelato! I was excited to see that they had lactose free (sherbet) options. Both the…read moreMango & Strawberry are Sherbet. The other flavors sounded wonderful as well. The man serving (not sure if he was the owner) let me know about the lactose free options and let us mix two flavors. I love the little cart they have it makes it convenient to serve places such as our workplace.

Oh my goodness, this was the cutest little ice cream parlor!…read more I was visiting Charlotte for my birthday weekend, and we were staying right across the street at the Marriott, so of course we had to stop by for dessert after dinner--and they did not disappoint! The atmosphere was adorable, the perfect little spot for a sweet treat, and such a fun addition to our birthday weekend. If you're in Charlotte, definitely check them out! You won't be disappointed.

On June 27, while my family and I were on vacation in Ballantyne, we decided to stop by Tifa's for…read moregelato after dinner. It was our first time visiting Charlotte, and after seeing that the shop was open until 11:00 p.m., we figured it would be the perfect way to end the evening. We arrived just a few minutes before closing, but since we only planned to order a couple of scoops of gelato, we expected to be in and out quickly. Unfortunately, the experience was disappointing from the moment we walked in. Rather than greeting us or welcoming us, the employee immediately said, "Hey guys, by the way, we close in two minutes." There was no hello or friendly interaction. As we ordered, one member of our party asked to sample a couple of flavors, and the employee seemed visibly inconvenienced. When I asked if they had caramel drizzle, her response was simply, "No," with no warmth or attempt to offer an alternative. I completely understand that arriving close to closing can be frustrating for employees, and we were mindful of the time. However, the doors were still open, the posted business hours indicated the shop was open until 11:00 p.m., and we were respectful customers who knew what we wanted and intended to order quickly. What was most disappointing wasn't that they were closing soon--it was how unwelcome we were made to feel. As first-time visitors to Charlotte and Ballantyne, this wasn't the hospitality we expected. Customer service matters just as much during the last few minutes of business as it does throughout the rest of the day. I hope this feedback is taken as an opportunity to remind staff that every customer deserves to feel welcomed, regardless of when they walk through the door during posted business hours.

We stopped by Alino Pizzeria and had a great experience. We got the lunch special, which was only…read more$13 for an 11-inch pizza. We ordered four pizzas for the four of us, and it was more than enough food. The service was very fast, and the atmosphere was welcoming. The employees were friendly, helpful, and made the experience even better. They also have a great soda machine with lots of choices. They had my favorite, Mello Yello, and it tasted incredibly fresh. I also saw someone with a salad while walking by, and it looked amazing, so I'll definitely have to try one next time. I don't live in the area, but I'll definitely be back whenever I'm nearby!

Such a great spot! Big long communal tables, lively atmosphere, and great pizza. The pizza is HUGE,…read moreperfectly thin crust, and comes out so fast. We came on a Friday night and it was packed, and I was shocked how fast the pizza was ready. I also appreciate the small menu. Pick your classic pizza, and trust that it will be good. We got the sausage pizza and loved it. They also had a great looking selection of desserts! Would definitely return.

You have to get the Gelati if you come here! It's half soft serve and half Italian ice. I got the…read moreOreo mud pie so Oreos pieces were also mixed in. They have mini to large sizes for any amount you'd like.

We ate here 4 out of the 6 nights during our trip. My kids absolutely loved this place and the…read morestaff was awesome!! Everything we tried was delicious, but our favorite was the strawberry shortcake. Highly recommend