8 Ice Cream Shops in Italy

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"We were on vacation in Italy over the summer and were fortunate enough to find this place!  Many thanks to the sweet waitress at Marigold who told us about La Romana! The gelato is incredible.  My favorite, nocciola was the best I've ever had! We also tried mango and strawberry, and ... The telltale sign for good gelato- pay attention to who is in line!! Are they all tourists? If so, Run! Don't walk away.. At La Romana the large majority of patrons were locals.  And surprisingly the staff were still pretty patient with those who did not speak Italian very well.  Other gelato places will rush you and get frustrated with too many questions. This is not in a super touristy section, more of a residential area, but it's worth the trip!!" - Michele L.

"One of my favorite gelato places in Rome for sure! The staff is a bit unfriendly and a bit impatient, but the gelato is very light and delicious and not overly sweet. I love the Biscotta dela Nonna flavor. Their cones are wafer cones which aren't my favorite. Nevertheless, I give this place 5 stars." - Kathy H.

"Everyone says every place in Rome is the best they have ever tasted of this and the best of that..it's almost becoming a neutral word by now...I guess one has to see Who posted what and what experience they had in food and restaurants around the world...would be nice to have some foodie qualifications I guess now on to this place: I really don't want to wait in the line up any more!! Don't come here! It's no good!!  The 20 minute line up is a con! Really the gelato is ...ok ok fine ITS THE BEST IN THE WOOOOOOOOORLD but then what do I know about anything...ask someone with a name like Joe...." - Mario M.

Restaurant Info

• +39 06 5730 2253
• http://www.gelateriaromana.com
• Via Ostiense 48 00199 Rome Italy
• 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM

5. Wonderful Ice Cream

The warm and qualified staff makes your experience even sweeter as they believe service is as important as the product.

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"While in Rome, you gotta do gelato and this place hits the spot. Plus they have smoothies, cappuccino, banana splits, frappe, etc. Seating & videos included." - Lobo B.

"this is definitely my favorite gelato spot. amazing gelato, great service, and so many choices!  i would highly recommend." - Brooklyn W.

"Everyone goes to get gelato in Rome and swears that one place is better than another.  Well I loved two equally.  This one was located next to my hotel and I went due to convenience.  BUT after trying a several places GO HERE.  2.5 euros for a small cup (cheap) and amazing amazing taste.  I had the dark chocolate and pistachio.   LOVED IT!!!!" - Lana T.

Restaurant Info

• +39 06 487 1809
• http://www.wonderfulice-cream.com
• Via Nazionale 19A 00184 Rome Italy
• 09:30 AM - 01:00 AM

6. Fatamorgana

Fatamorgana Gelato is a family owned business, made up of passionate, committed individuals, who believe food should nourish and exciting.

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"My last stop on the Eating Europe tour in Trastevere! The best gelato in Roma! So many unique flavors, too many choices and very happy that I can get this in Beverly Hills too!" - Maylee W.

"The fresh whipped cream -as IF you needed extra cream!!- set Fatamorgana apart from the rest of the great artisanal gelaterias we tried on our recent trip. The unique assortment of natural flavors are also incredible, and they allow you to sample to help you choose." - Lin Z.

"Fresh, unique and fantastic flavors! Avocado, lime and wine - amazing complication of flavors!!  Can't wait to come again." - Dkuilan ..

Restaurant Info

• +39 06 580 3615
• http://www.gelateriafatamorgana.it
• Via Roma Libera 11 00153 Rome Italy

7. Gelateria S. M. Maggiore

Great spot for a delicious cup or cone of gelato and a soft drink. They offer 20 plus flavors and one is sure to please.

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"A small cup with two flavors was more than enough Gelato for me. I got strawberry and chocolate chip, and my goodness. This was a combination I didn't know I needed. Both were amazing and complimentary. But the strawberry really stood out. I'd love to just keep going here to try all the flavors. They take cash or card so don't worry if you don't have any euros. The line was kind of long since it's a tiny shop and there was only one employee. Well worth the wait!" - Danielle G.

"This was such a large portion of gelato for the small size, which definitely helps explain the line out the door - even late at night. For the small size, I got 2 flavors (pistachio and melon) for 3€. The pistachio was amazing and had chunks of real pistachio in it. The melon flavor was also very strong. Large selection of vegan options (all the fruit flavors). Lady taking our order was curt, but got the job done." - Grace L.