Salt & Straw rolled out their June 2026 Chef Series which sold out quick; Fortunately two were…read morebrought back for last chance scoops: 4.5/5 CHOCOLATE CARAMEL SMOKED BUDINO By Alex Meyer and Luciana Giangrandi - BOlA DE & WALRUS RODEO, Miami Chocolate olive oil custard, caramel candied hazelnuts, sea salt caramel swirl (like a turtle dove - very sweet - I'd prefer less sugar) 4.5/5 STARLING SWEET POTATO BUCKWHEAT CRUMBLE By Dan Barber - ROW 7, New York Starling sweet potato ice cream, sweet potato miso swirl, sprouted buckwheat Florentine crumble (novel color and flavor) SERVICE With the help of staff over the phone, I was able to snag a pint of the Hong Kong milk tea. AMBIANCE Colorful indoors with outdoor street-side seating

Very good ice cream! And, free sample tastes from about 20 flavors to choose from…read more S&S offers some more unusual flavors, like Honey & Lavender and Pear & Blue Cheese, but I opted for the more predictable Chocolate Gooey Brownie. It did not disappoint. I ordered a double scoop, tho' the scoops were so generous that one scoop would have been plenty for me. Filled with chunky brownie bits, it was truly delicious, tho', perhaps, a little overpriced. The shop that I visited is in San Diego's Little Italy neighborhood, which has a 30 minute free parking zone right in front of the store front! They have a loyalty program to entice you to return again and again. Limited seating.

A cute authentic Italian neighborhood cafe in Little Italy serving coffee, treats, gelato, and…read morepaninis. My friends and I were just looking to get a coffee in Little Italy, but when we walked in and saw all the delicious treats we had to try something else as well. I ordered a latte and neglected to tell them it was for here so I was given a paper cup, but they give real cups if you ask. The latte was good, and my friend bought a kitchen sink type cookie with chocolate, coconut, and macadamia nuts. It was warm and gooey good! Another friend tried the gelato and said it was very good. There are a few tables inside and tables out in front outside. We sat outside and enjoyed the beautiful San Diego weather. The decor and tables definitely gives you an old school Italian neighborhood vibe with Italian markets right next door. If I am in the neighborhood again, I would definitely come back here to try the gelato and/or a piece of an excellent looking lemon pie bar I spotted.

If there is better gelato in San Diego, I have not tried it…read more They have more than gelato here but gelato is all we tried. It was later in the day so they were out of or running low on some flavors. Nevertheless, the two flavors we tried were incredibly rich and flavorful. A little goes a very long way. Parking is incredibly tough in Little Italy but it is worth it for gelato this good.

Went on Memorial weekend and was surprised how quickly we got seated. Waitress was nice and warned…read moreus the kitchen was backed up but honestly we didn't wait long. We ordered a calamari (10/10), lasagna (10/10), Penne Quattro Formaggi (7/10) and Fusilli Genovese (11/10). The Formaggi was a little too rich for me... but my son loved it. We will definitely be back!!

Came here for lunch on a Saturday mainly because my husband just really wanted some gelato…read moreafterwards Lunch-- 3 stars Gelato - 0 stars Service - 3 stars Price - 4 stars my husband got some sort of fettuccine alfredo with shrimp, I got a Italian sandwich, and my best friend got a woodfired margarita pizza. Pizza was good, but soggy in the middle. The pasta was good, no complaints there. The sandwich was very lacking in the meat department... It was basically a bread and arugula sandwich. Had very low expectations for the gelato to begin with seeing as the colors were extremely unnatural and the way it was heaped was a clear indication to me that it is not legitimate gelato and unfortunately, I was proven very right. I got the strawberry so that my toddler could have a few few bites and it was so unnatural and weird tasting that she didn't even want any... And if that doesn't say something! My husband got the coffee flavor and he literally took three bites and threw it away as well. I will say, though, on the food front, the prices are reasonable here all things considered, but maybe stick with pasta... based on everything As a whole though, you can likely get a much more legitimate Italian meal somewhere else in the area, but it will probably cost you more.

This place is phenomenal, excellent service even on a weekday, the food was great!! Me and my…read morefriends wanted desert and this was the perfect place for us, well within our price range for our enjoyment!

My husband and I spent 2 weeks in Coronado and we went to Pop Pops almost everyday! We tried…read moremultiple flavors and thought each and every one was delicious! Our favorite was the Greek Yogurt and Berries and we had them put graham cracker on it. Highly recommended!!!

NONNA has me in a chokehold and I'm staying there forever!!!…read more Chicken Parmigiana is my ABSOLUTE FAVORITE, and no one can convince me otherwise. Located in the heart of Little Italy, Nonna's is just one of those places you have to visit. The service is AMAZING, the food is DIVINE, and the energy is always so warm and welcoming. Parking can be a bit stressful, especially on busy evenings (which is pretty often), so be prepared to park a little farther away or pay for nearby parking around $25.

We found Zucchero as the hubby and I were walking through Little Italy. They share the space to…read moreNonna's which is the restaurant side. Zucchero is a dessert and pastry shop with special pastries & gelato. The hubby and I opted in bringing home 2 cannoli's. YUM!! What we ordered: * Espresso Cannoli * Regular Cannoli Our cannoli's look amazing. We can't wait to give them a try later. The cashier greeted us right away and was helpful in answering a few questions I had.

I saw this on Instagram and had to try it! I got the Pop Spicy that included mango pop with chamoy…read moredrizzle, tajin spicy mangos. It was good, but a little expensive for a popsicle. We also had a cookies n' cream with 1/2 chocolate dip and Oreo crumbs. We went in the middle of the day and it wasn't busy. Inside is decorated super cute

Stopped by in the middle of the day, so it wasn't very busy. The place is quite spacious inside and…read moreoffers lots of dip and add-on options. I got the Chammango on a stick with chamoy on one side, and it was really delicious. That said, it felt pretty expensive for a paleta, and I'm not sure it was worth the price, more reasonable pricing would definitely help.

Stumbled upon Nibble Chocolate and I'm so glad I did. Ambience is sweet and cozy. It's a cute…read morelittle shop that feels like a hidden gem, especially if you're someone who appreciates good quality chocolate. They have a great variety to choose from, whether you're into milk chocolate, dark chocolate, or even non dairy options. I also love that they offer chocolate drinks and coffee, so it's easy to turn a quick stop into a little treat moment. I tried the peanut butter dates and they were so good. Smooth, rich, and just the right size when you want something sweet without going overboard. I also had a dark chocolate truffle and that one was just as good. You can really taste the quality. Customer service was a highlight. The guy helping me was super personable, gave great suggestions for drinks, and was genuinely kind, which always makes the experience better. Honestly, I'm just happy I found a chocolate spot within walking distance. Definitely worth stopping by if you're craving something sweet but still want it to feel a little elevated.

I don't usually seek out vegan products, but Nibble chocolate is a Bean to bar chocolate shop in…read morelittle Italy in San Diego with single origin chocolates. I sampled chocolate from Peru, Madagascar, and Kenya, and they all had unique fruity characteristics. Because they're vegan, so they use oat milk for their chocolate instead of dairy. My wife and I also wanted some drinks while we were here. I had a hot chocolate. My wife had hers with espresso shots. Good espresso in pure chocolate will never not be good. They are family owned and they only add chocolate, sugar, and oat milk to make their bars. Overall, this was a fun place to check out at Little Italy, and they also had a stall at the Farmer's Market.

Fantastic gelato! Lots of great flavors, including sorbets. There were so many flavors I wanted to…read moretry, but I didn't want to be obnoxious with requesting too many samples - I ended up going with the Mango and the Sweet Olive. The Mango was refreshing - it's less artificial tasting than most Mango sorbets, and I feel that it's more true to taste. The Sweet Olive was a good, neutral-ish base to pair with the Mango! I enjoyed them both individually, and combined. Creamy, smooth, and delicious! Limited inside table seating but there's a couple counter seats that face the street. Cute store within the iconic Little Italy area. Definitely will return another time to try more flavors!

YUMM I love me a good gelato and I'm definitely adding this one to my list of places I need to…read morerevisit! I got the rose almond and as a floral flavor over this one hit the spot! They apparently rotate their rose flavors every so often so I definitely plan to check back and se did I can try all of them! Service was super fast and super nice! We were able to try any flavors that we wanted before deciding on our final flavor which helps so much especially when it comes to gelato/ice cream and satisfying curiosity about the more unique flavors! Ambiance is SO CUTE, there are a few cute places to take photos of your gelato at and the overall vibe is very natural earthy! Street parking only but definitely add this to your list of things to do on your next day in little Italy!