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Review #981 Posted on 1.4.26 We came here for dessert after dinner on NYE 2025. This spot is on the block next to the Chinatown entrance, literally across the street. I was pretty amazed, when we got to the entrance it had a line out the door to get in, you look inside, only 2 guys working. These 2 guys were unreal, I can't believe they were running things by themselves with that many people and that much demand. The gelato was excellent, they had lots of options, both fruit & chocolate flavors. I tried the mango, dulce de leche, & chocolate hazelnut, which was unreal, basically like having Nutella gelato. I'd 100% come back here when in the area. read more

Amorino - Awesome 3 flavor combo with the size large. Mango, dulce de leche, & Chocolate hazelnut - Gelato Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Calli Y.

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28 days ago

This place was right next to my hotel, luckily, I only visited them once. It was a little confusing if you don't know the way the order goes. You pay at the register first, then you move down the ice cream display case to pick your flavors. They also allow samplings. And the flower gelato is just adorable. Yum! read more

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Amanda C.

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Amorino is a tiny shop that prides itself in imported, fresh and organic ingredients as seen by the posters that adorn the walls inside. Right away when you walk in, you are greeted by the sweet aroma of chocolate and gelato. As it was chilly night, I went for the gourmet hot chocolate. The flavor profile of the drink is very rich, heavy and sweet so if you're not the biggest sweet tooth, this might not be the right choice for you. I loved the crunchy toppings with the light, whipped cream that complimented the deep chocolate flavor. The drink was very warm and comforting which I loved. I can't wait to come back and try more of their menu. read more

Amorino - Gourmet hot chocolate - Gelato Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Rie S.

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11 days ago

Good gelato. The server was a little bit robotic which is funny. Not that much people in the morning; can pick as many flavors as you want read more

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C P.

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The gelato here was amazing! The hot chocolate was average but we would come back just for the ice cream. Just watch the charges we ordered a few things and got overcharged for a gourmet hot chocolate but only given a small regular one. The line was too long to wait so we just cut out losses. Thats my only caution to anyone visiting other than that would recommend. read more

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Hien L.

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4 months ago

4.5 star My friend and I came in on a Thursday night, and it wasn't as busy (got very busy after we left). I got the classic cup with 2 flavors: vanilla & stracciatella. My friends got yogurt, coconut, and strawberry but yogurt was definitely the highlight. I personally liked the vanilla as it wasn't too sweet. Stracciatella was great too--I loved the pieces of dark chocolate. I honestly should've gotten more flavors to try, but I was maybe overwhelmed with so many different options (a positive thing). There were a few seating areas which is nice for chatting. Would definitely come back to try more flavors! read more

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Tiffani T.

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Went here on a hot evening in San Francisco which is super rare, such a nice cool treat!! Not only did they make each come an adorable little flower, but it was absolutely delicious! I will say because of the scooping technique the line backs up pretty quickly, but we were out for a fun girls evening so I didn't mind the wait. I would definitely go back again! read more

Amorino - Vanilla and hazelnut - Gelato Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Mariel M.

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On a hunt for a sweet treat, and Amorino was around the corner from us, and we decided to give it a try despite it being a rainy day in San Francisco. We got here at around 6:45, and there was no line. I decided to get the chocolate hazelnut gelato with a waffle cone, and they served it as a cute flower! The gelato was well balanced, and tasted like nutella. It was unsettling quiet inside the shop, so it felt a bit awkward being the only people eating inside, but definitely a great spot to check out if you're looking for a sweet treat that's open late in downtown SF read more

Amorino - Chocolate Hazelnut Gelato - Gelato Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Sally Y.

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It's cold outside and besides hello and maroons, they have Hot Chocolate! The chocolate gelato is dark, rich and creamy. Paired with blueberry cheesecake, we have fruity tart and semi-sweet! Good service with seating inside. read more

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Cristin C.

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Absolutely delicious and great customer service. The spell of the fresh espresso was enticing. 10/10 Would definitely recommend. read more

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Close to union square, so parking can be a challenge depending on when you go. We walked up fairly late on a weeknight and it was nearly zero wait time. I will say the caveat to that is they had already ran out of multiple flavors. Even so, they have SO many flavors there was still a large variety to choose from. I was in the mood for something lighter and refreshing so I elected to go for the sorbettos. I really appreciate that they do not limit how many flavors you can have by the size you select. They have multiple options for sizing on cups and cones which is v v nice. Downside may be that they are on the pricier side, again being located in union square, this is understandable. I ultimately got 3 flavors : mango, raspberry, and blood orange. They were all delightful and very true to flavor. Think eating a smooth frozen version of the exact fruit. Blood orange was my favorite - highly recommend giving it a try if you're a citrus + dessert fan. It is a fairly small shop but there is a small seating area in the back of the store. They also have a table out front if you wish to hang and finish your treat al fresco. read more

Amorino - Sorbettos and a few gelato flavors in the case closest to the door 9pm on 10/30 - Gelato Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Danster L.

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I use to go to the Amorino all the time in Beverly Hills when I lived in SoCal and also to the one at the Livermore outlets. Sadly, the outlets location closed down. But luckily, I still can get my fix of Amorino right in the heart of San Francisco, just steps away from the Chinatown Grant entrance. My favorite flavor is the yogurt gelato and it is perfectly tart and creamy. Sometimes I would get that flavor by itself or combined with strawberry which makes a lovely strawberry yogurt flavor. There was one time that the yogurt flavor tasted very off, like super sour and maybe spoiled. Always, always, always sample the flavors first before you make your selection. I wouldn't want anyone stuck with a flavor they don't like or with something tasted spoiled. Luckily, on my most recent visit, the yogurt was perfect and it is the main reason I come back. Staff is fine at this location. They always seem to be on their phone and whenever they make the roses, it is somewhat sloppy. Service is fine and not like it use to be. I just get my gelato and head out and walk around. Other top notch flavors I love are the strawberry, mango, caramel and pistachio. read more

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Lily Z.

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7 months ago

Service: Friendly service! Server gave us an extra pear and hibiscus macaron on the house! Ambiance: a decent amount of seating in the back to hang out and enjoy your gelato Nomz: I had the pistachio and stracciatella gelato. I felt that their gelato was a little tooo creamy and sweet for my personal preference, and the pistachio in particular got to be a little overwhelming after towards the end but I loved the stracciatella! Macarons were so yummy I had their seasonal pear and hibiscus which was my fav, pistachio, and lychee raspberry. Keep in mind their fillings are gelato so it'll melt! Would like to try their sorbets next time read more

Amorino - Stracciatella and pistachio gelato rose. In their signature style. Pistachio macaron on top - Gelato Near Me - San Francisco, California

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K M.

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The credit card reader didn't work and I forgot cash but with both kids who wanted ice cream. Assured us it'll be ready in 45 mins and my son had to get on a virtual class anyways for about an hour. So we waited and they were kind enough for us to lounge. After an hour still not working so we were leaving disappointed and the staff was excellent and gave all three of us their macarons with their gelato in the middle. They're tiny but still a treat for the kids although they complained it was too little and didn't count. read more

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Emmeline W.

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Admittedly... Could not resist getting a scoop... After seeing them on the SF Pikmin mini walk this month... I am but a victim to marketing L'INIMITABILE (small scoop, cup): Soooo silky and decadent. Incredible texture and flavor. But heavy. One cup was enough for me! But I was indeed tempted by their pretty flower presentation My friend had two fruit flavors which I promptly demanded to try LOL. AMAZING. So good. This chain is nationwide. Now I know. read more

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Natalie R.

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Having been to multiple other Amorino locations before, I was less impressed with this one in particular. The rose shaped gelato in a cone is their trademark but we were not asked if we wanted a cone or dish upon ordering so we ended up with a dish of gelato, where it was sloppily smashed into the cup. The cones in front of us weren't nicely crafted as I was used to seeing at other Amorino locations either but it at least resembled a flower. Customer service was non-existent or rushed at best and it wasn't even that busy. Flavors of gelato were less than impressive as well. Not really worth going out of your way for. Overall, a disappointing experience, as we were looking forward to the same Amorino /gelato experience we were fortunate to have in other countries. read more

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Sanskruti D.

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6 months ago

The gelato here was good, but it was a lot to finish honestly. I got their raspberry sorbet, the crème de Leche (forgive me if it's spelled wrong) and Stracciatella. Also they don't let you taste until you order, which was a first for me because all other places let you taste min 2 flavour before you give an order. read more

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Jacqueline Z.

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Came here on a Monday evening for a post-dinner dessert. It wasn't busy and there were plenty of places to sit (with outlets). I decided to play it safe and got a small cup with tiramisu and pistachio. The portion size is great, as they really do pack the cup with a lot of gelato. The texture of the gelato was soft and creamy, which was good. However, the flavors were a huge miss. I wish I sampled them before choosing but usually places don't do tiramisu and pistachio wrong. The tiramisu was way too sweet. The pistachio... didn't really taste like pistachio? I'm not really sure how to describe what it tasted like... I did like that they had actual pistachios as toppings in the gelato though. read more

Amorino - Tiramisu (left) and Pistachio (right) - Gelato Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Razmig B.

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5 months ago

Went there with my kids and nephews. The overall Order of 10 ice cream overwhelmed the staff and they were so rude. I have been to several of their locations in Italy, France and Dubai but have never experienced this level of rudeness. In the meantime the guy that was serving is had his AirPods on and having a conversation with someone and getting annoyed at us. read more

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I wanted to visit this place while visiting San Francisco and I wasn't disappointed. Loved the gelato being in the shape of roses and the taste was equally as good. I'm a sucker of mint chip and this was all I needed. Definitely worth it read more

Amorino - Mint and chip with Stretcheta - Gelato Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Beilin L.

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Tried Amorino for the first time and would come back to try other flavors. I appreciate that they're willing to squeeze 3 flavors (lemon sorbetto, chocolate hazelnut, and coconut for me) into a small cup. Seating is a bit limited but the ambience is nice. Staff were friendly and helpful in explaining all the options available. read more

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Suchita A.

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Ordered a small ice cream cone with pistachio, blueberry cheesecake and Alphonso mango sorbet flavors. Impressed by the taste, and the presentation by the staff. There's space inside to sit and enjoy your desserts - they also serve waffles and milkshakes, along with other desserts. read more

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Lucy L.

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7 months ago

Delicious gelato with many flavors to choose from! Cute shop that offers samples so you can pick your flavors. They have different sizes for cups or cones which they can make their signature flower shaped ice cream. They will let you pick at least a couple of flavors to mix depending on the size selected. They also offer pastries, macarons and coffee/espresso drinks. Generous portions (I got full eating the next to the smallest size) and fair prices. I had the hazelnut chocolate & the yogurt flavors which were both flavorable and rich in texture. They have seating which is nice to sit and enjoy our treats. Very good service and convenient location at the intersection of the financial district, union square area & just outside the gates to Chinatown. read more

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Michael B.

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I'm always eating gelato when I'm traveling in Europe and in the states. Rarely does gelato measure up here in the states. This gelato does. It's a small shop with limited seating. It is elegantly decorated. The staff is friendly and quick. The scoops are sculpted to look like flowers. Lots of creative flavors along with the traditional flavors. I opted for the blueberry cheesecake. The cheesecake element didn't really come through, but the blueberry flavor did. One of the better blueberry gelato or ice creams I've had. read more

Amorino - Blueberry cheesecake gelato - Gelato Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Nishtha C.

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Good ice cream. More fancy than other places from a presentation perspective but nothing too different on taste or flavor. read more

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Lilia R.

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The flavors of gelato here were actually way better than I expected!! Not only were the flavors delicious; the texture was just so rich and creamy. When you walk in, they make you pay for the size of gelato that you want first, which I thought was a bit odd at first. However, once you pay, they let you try as many flavors as you want! And there are a TON of flavors to satisfy every craving. So, in the end, I didn't mind paying up front at all. I'm overdue for a visit back here - I cannot wait to indulge in a scoop of their coconut flavor! read more

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Olivia F.

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Excellent place to go for a late night gelato! This was my first time here and I will definitely be coming back. Staff is very friendly and service was swift. The gelato was not only beautiful but tasty as well! read more

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Anita P.

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I ended up getting a fruit combo for my gelato made up of strawberry, passion fruit, and lemon. I enjoyed it but it was SUPER sour and tart which I wasn't expecting. They allow you to choose unlimited flavors which I think is pretty cool. The line was very very long for a Friday night right before close (which is to be expected) read more

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Hailey K.

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The place was beautifully decorated and the surrounding area was lively! The service was amazing ; the staff let me test out multiple flavors before ordering! Regardless of the size you order, you can get up to four flavors. I got the tiramisu, coffee, and stracciatella. My dad ordered coconut, pistachio and Amorino. His favorite was the coconut and mine was the stracciatella! Both of ours were super creamy but light! We both ordered a cup but if you order a cone, they will make a beautiful rose shaped design with your ice cream for you!! read more

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Meg T.

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After a few attempts to visit Amorino during their open hours, I was walking by and realized they were in fact open. Their hours are... inaccurate is maybe the word. The coffee has one set of hours and the ice cream has a second set of hours, but the barista was willing to sell me a scoop since they were open. So why not just have the hours be the hours amiright. That being said, the service was super friendly and helpful however I'd term what I had to be ice cream, not gelato. Their mint chip flavor was crisp and tasty with the small having too heavy of a pour that made their more flimsy spoon crease, but I'd drop by again with the honey just to have him check our their pistachio flavor. All in all, I'd give Amorino's ice cream four stars but if you're looking for handcrafted gelato I'd go to the local Lush or Gio Gelati first. read more

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Susie W.

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A Sweet Gelato ice cream Stop in Chinatown. I stopped by for a gelato treat while exploring Chinatown and was so glad I did! The gelato was absolutely delicious with so many flavors to try and beautiful presentation. You can really taste and see the love in every scoop. The staff were friendly and courteous, and the shop itself was clean with spots to sit inside. I'll definitely be back! Highly recommend stopping by if you're visiting San Francisco! read more

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What We Tried: * Dulce de Leche * Amarena Veg-Friendly? Yes! Gelato is vegetarian, and they have multiple fruit and chocolate flavors. Cost: ~$8-12 per gelato (depending on size & flavors) Ambience: Charming & cozy with a European gelato vibe. Perfect for a quick treat or casual stroll on the SF streets. Parking: Street parking available nearby; can get busy on weekends. SAG SCALE (Spoons & Glasses Score): Food: 4/4 - Rich, creamy, and super flavorful. Atmosphere: 2.5/3 - Cute gelato café with photo-worthy displays, limited seating. Good Vibes: 3/3 - Friendly staff + quick service. Final Score: 9.5/10 Would we go back? Absolutely--already planning our next visit to try more flavors! Follow me on IG https://www.instagram.com/travelwiththedoctor https://www.instagram.com/spoonsandglasses Find me on YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@travelwiththedoctor https://www.youtube.com/@spoonsandglasses read more

Amorino - Rose shaped gelato: did half n half so got two flavours in one - Gelato Near Me - San Francisco, California

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Martin L.

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Was walking around Chinatown and happened into this store. To be honest we were looking for a place to sit down. Ordered mango and raspberry gelato. Flavors are amazing. Each was bursting with flavor. Much better than other places in the city. Def coming again read more

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Lorain C.

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Loved it here, staff was super cool, hot chocolate was great and of course the gelato rose! read more

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Jenn W.

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The very first time that I had Amorino was when I was in Paris. When I saw this place randomly while walking around Chinatown, I was super excited. I got a small cone with 3 flavors: coconut, stracciatella and pistachio. All the flavors were delicious. If I lived nearby, I would definitely come here everyday. read more

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Austin C.

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Pretty good ice cream, some flavors were a bit too extreme and a bit expensive. Workers were largely unhelpful and they have this weird policy where you have to buy before sampling? Food (7/10) - The ice cream here was good! I particularly recommend their stracciatella flavor. I had a super rich flavor and good texture. It had a nice pull of good gelato and had a nice sweet flavor. I also got the raspberry but my goodness was that SOUR. It hits very strong so if you're not a big fan of sour flavors, I would NOT recommend. I think this is common amongst all their flavors. I stole a couple bites of friends and every single flavor has a super pronounced flavor. This is not to say it's a bad thing but it's exceptionally difficult to balance for the sour flavors (raspberry, lemon, etc.) My only complaint is that the ice cream is quite expensive. While the taste and flavor profile were high-quality, I've definitely had better ice cream for cheaper. It's $7.40 for a small and while it's a decent portion, I still consider it to be expensive. Service (2/10) - There service is quite horrible to put it nicely. The servers (not sure how else to describe them) --- were extremely rude and did not look like they wanted to be there. The thing that docks them WAYYY down is when I asked them if a specific flavor had nuts. They responded with "well, we don't really know" and then "yeah, you just shouldn't try it." While this is obviously the safe answer, I find it extremely strange that they don't know what allergens certain flavors contain. I feel as though this is at least common practice and the baseline knowledge of people working there. Good ice cream, terrible service. Would I revisit?? Maybe? I think their ice cream is definitely good but it's expensive and I think there are definitely better places. Would recommend if you're a fan of gelato but definitely NOT for service. read more

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Simplemente delicioso Amazing me] should get at least 5 stars for her helpful service and good attitude. Never have I had a more pleasant was so polite and helpful, goin true the flavor read more

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Nataly N.

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I stopped in by chance after craving a little something sweet. The flavor selections looked great! I'll have to come back to try some of their specialties. For this visit, I just got a small cup with two flavors: chocolate and hazelnut. The texture was a bit tough as the gelato seemed to have set for a long time, but the flavor was great - especially the hazelnut! Service was friendly. You can taste the flavors once your order is processed. There was plenty of seating when I came in, so it was overall a pleasant experience. read more

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Perfect place to take a date if you want to impress her. The ice cream men behind the counter are artists. They will make you a rose in a cone with any of their fine flavours available. Tastes as good as it looks. read more

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Krupa T.

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Delicious gelato! The person working the counter gave fast service and was super helpful even when we went right before closing them. You could tell that everyone eating there were enjoying themselves. The cup would have been easier to eat but who could pass on the rose! read more

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338 Grant Ave
San Francisco, CA 94104
Union Square, Financial District
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Hours

What time does Amorino open?

Amorino opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Wednesday, Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Amorino close?

Amorino closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Wednesday and Sunday.Amorino closes at 11:00 PM on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Mon, Wed, Sun 11:00 AM - 10:00 PMTue, Thu-Sat 11:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Amorino take credit cards?

Yes, Amorino takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Amorino have catering options?

Yes, Amorino does have catering options.

Does Amorino have a drive thru?

No, Amorino does not have a drive thru.

Indoor Amenities

Does Amorino allow dogs?

No, Amorino does not allow dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Amorino have bike parking?

Yes, Amorino has bike parking.

Does Amorino have parking?

Yes, Amorino has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Amorino wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Amorino is wheelchair accessible.

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Specialties

Amorino Gelato serves the finest and most flavorful ingredients in its gelato. Italian gelato, handcrafted in Paris, and served locally in San Francisco: Pistachios from Turkey, Alfonso Mangos from India, Bourbon Vanilla from Madagascar, Coconuts from Sri Lanka. Our espresso is the best in San Francisco. Period!

History

Established in 2002.

Our gelato and sorbets are churned everyday day in Paris in typical Italian fashion under the very watchful eyes of our chefs. Our recipes use the best flavors from around the globe, and the Amorino manufacturing process takes into account the need for the gelato to mature, and to allow each flavour to develop to its full potential. We use only the freshest free range organic eggs and the highest grade whole milk. Absolutely no colouring agent or artificial flavours will be found in our gelato.

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4.6(202 reviews)

2.4 mi•Mission

The "WE DON'T DO SAMPLES" sign at this bright little spot was a dead giveaway that this was a…read moretrue-to-form European gelato shop, and sure enough a charming Italian woman served us from behind the counter. Without a doubt, we knew we'd be getting an authentic dessert!! Dropped in at 9:30pm on a Friday night, and felt like we stumbled into a magical little corner of Valencia. The gelato here is whipped up in these futuristic spinning machines with bubble lids; they almost look like washing machines. Absolutely whimsical. The flavors are expansive and fresh; the strawberry was excellent, though the Greek yogurt was our surprising favorite. There were so many unique and intriguing flavors (from orange and cinnamon to strawberry balsamic), we'll absolutely have to stop by again. The real charm of this place comes from the story; we read about it while waiting in line and were absolutely captivated by the story of love, community, and heritage that shapes Hila. It's well worth a read, and honestly sold us on the shop (although the gelato definitely still carries its own!). The story of Hila breathing life back into an old parlor is absolutely heartwarming. I wish nothing but much success for the future of Hila.

I ordered a pint of Seven Layers Hazlenut and Chocolate for delivery. $27 after tip and fees for a…read moredelivered pint Ouch. How do people afford these delivery meals every day? I was urged to hold my nose and try it by someone I generally trust, because they raved about this place. The biggest offense was the misleading description on the Doordash menu, but Google's info has the same impression as well--that is, it claims to be "topped" with corn flakes. TOPPED!! Not middled, not bottomed, not everywhered. I don't particularly care for bread product in my ice cream or gelato because it just gets mushy..and boy were these corn flakes ever mushy. Its such a gross texture. I was desparate for chocolate hazelnut. Desserts given bready garnishings isn't unususal, Super Duper does it with their shakes. As a topping I figured it would be easy to shovel off...wrong. What I paid $27 for is a gigantic wad of mushy corn flakes with chocolate drizzled through the cracks and I can't for the life of me taste any hazelnut. This was disgusting. I am extremely disappointed. A pint of corn flakes costs what, $0.50? I was ripped off...enjoy the profit margin. I'm no stranger to gelato. I've been to Italy several times and not American tourist areas but hometowns of long-time Italian friends: Poggiardo, Lecce, Castro Marina & Castro Alta, Galatina, Otranto. I've made gelato there myself. I worked in a gelateria that's actually managed to stay alive in the Bay Area for 20 years, Gelateria Naia. WhileI don't go to new places with expectations of what I had somewhere else, I do appreciate a balance of value and quality. I was left feeling so far from either in my first experience with Hila's gelato that it's the first time in probably a couple years that I couldn't stop a bad purchase from ruining my night. It really came down to the price tag for delivery: $27 for a pint! And not a single spoonful worth ingesting. How do I ever give this a try again? I don't see how it's possible. I just wanted something I could eat and then tell my friend (who recommended this place enthusiastically) it was worth the money or not. I couldn't eat this. Every spoonful was a huge glob of mushy cereal.

0.7 mi•North Beach/Telegraph Hill, Russian Hill

"dubai chocolate"

Fresh made mango and strawberry gelato from the gelato making class.

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Mint chocolate chip gelato

Lush Gelato

4.5(424 reviews)

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Amazing gelato all made in house! Would recommend for anyone to come and try. Will definitely come…read moreback.

Lush has to be my most favorite gelato place in the city, maybe the bay, maybe California. You get…read morethe point, this gelato is pretty far up the ranks. I typically get a 4 scoop chocolate waffle covered cone, that's how divine the texture and the layered flavors are. The flavors rotate so it's like a treasure hunt, you never know what you may find. During my last visit, I had the following 4 flavors, in order of my rating: 1. Espresso & Dulce De Leche 2. Black & White Trio 3. Dulce de Leche 4. Whisky crumbles At times the queue gets pretty long. You can take a lap around north beach area and come back few minutes later. I have observed personally that the queues tend to be in waves. It's a small little shop so you basically get your gelato, walk out and enjoy the city sights.

0.7 mi•North Beach/Telegraph Hill, Russian Hill

Creme Fraiche & Baked Apples (Granny Smith)

Dark Chocolate, Brown Butter & Chocolate Honeycomb

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Alimento

4.4(984 reviews)

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I was on my way out of town while walking through Little Italy and I wasnt really hungry until I…read morewalked by like every spot and this place caught me when I saw someone eating this sanny with good looking bread. I walked past it and got like a block away and was like maaaaaan shiiiiiittt Im turning around lol. I went back and came to get a sanny and Im happy I did, I was planning on eating it on the walk. The place has a lot of choices like a regular deli youd find in the northeast. San Francisco has definitely the best Little Italy as far as choices to pick from and its really big and spread out. I had the Goodfella. Roast beef, prosciutto, salami, provolone and basil. I added the pesto and olive oil and replaced the provolone with fresh mozzarella. Best part was there was an old ass lady who made the sanny and she loaded it lol. The bread makes the sandwich and it was really soft and crunchy. Soo good. I 1000% recommend this place and I am sure she makes all the sandwiches the same!

My daughter considers this the Best gelato in SF & they have the widest range of flavors!…read more Pick, taste, then order - they're authentically Italian, have coffees, sandwiches, cannolis and wines, too. Friendly service in a tiny cute deli that has lots of goodies!

1.5 mi•Lower Pacific Heights, Japantown

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Lemon Cookies Gelato

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Philmore Creamery

4.7(526 reviews)

Most scrumptious, creamiest salted caramel ice cream I've ever tasted. And the service was…read moreexcellent. The server behind the counter was engaging and had a pleasant smile to go with the delicious ice cream.

Wish I could Phil more of this gelato in my mouth cuz it's so good…read more 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.

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GIO Gelati - San Francisco

4.7(496 reviews)

1.5 mi•Marina/Cow Hollow

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I came here one weekend afternoon, and got the vegan naval orange gelato and the pistachio gelato…read more It was a nice combo. The navel orange gelato was refreshing and had fresh orange taste. Very creamy and smooth texture. My first time having an orange flavor gelato. The pistachio gelato was also creamy and smooth, had fresh pistachio flavor. The gelato wasn't green like usual pistachio but it was brown. Parking is a bit difficult but there is street parking available. I will definitely be back!

I will say that I love gelato as it is quite an enhance upgrade over traditional ice cream. And…read morewhat better way to enjoy that experience than a visit to the Marina District of San Francisco where I had the opportunity trying out "GIO Gelati". Located directly at the corner of Union St/Buchanan St in the heart of the Marina, this wildly popular place that is owned and operated by Italians has been in operation dating back to early-2018. The hours of operation here are quite generous as they're open daily from 10:30am-9:30pm with extended hours until 10:30pm on Friday & Saturday. The interior layout is small yet big enough to showcase several items for purchase; whole & ground coffee, jams, spreads, snacks, and even pasta sauces. And if gelato isn't your thing, they also have quite a bit of Italian cookies and desserts for purchase. Finally, if you wish to enjoy your gelato before it melts, they also offer a couple of small tables & chairs inside as well as one public restroom. Now onto the gelato itself! Much of their gelato is dairy-free & vegan plant-based with some of their gelato offering the addition of sugar, water and/or milk. They offer 4 different sizes (kids, small, medium, large) in either a cup or cone. And if you're thinking outside of the box, they also have a nice variety of espresso drinks as well as fresh pastries that are baked daily. Since I wasn't too hungry (after a big dinner), I went with a kids size cone of their "Italian Crema". This was a rich, velvety texture of creamy deliciousness. And since it was considering a 'kids' size, I didn't feel too guilty enjoying this. I will say that the customer service here was top notch as the employees allowed me to sample a few gelatos prior to narrowing down my selection. The prices are also quite reasonable as they are lower than some of the other places in San Francisco as well as gelato spots I've been to in Los Angeles and New York. With a charming interior setup, prime location, and delicious gelatos, I am giving "GIO Gelati" a perfect five-star rating.

Lots of items for sale

Blood Orange, Grapefruit, and Navel Orange

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Tiramisu & Vanilla, strawberry (11/2023)

Sixth Course

4.4(426 reviews)

1.8 mi•Mission

Everything I tried her was Amazing! From the pastries to the handcrafted chocolates and macarons. I…read morecan't wait to go back!

A charming dessert shop. The exterior and interior are modern with charming flourishes throughout…read more I found their frozen confections to be mediocre, but their signature creations were great. Service was kind. Don't Stay for Breakfast: Disappointed by this one, was 1-dimensional and no better than any run-of-the-mill ice cream bar. It lacked the maple flavor I was looking for. The only highlight was the crunch from the waffle flakes. Pavlova: A significant step-up from the other dessert. Visually, the pavlova wrapped around the presentation of fruit is quite beautiful. The pavlova was light, airy, and had a nice sweetness. The fruit filling was decadent, and added variety to each bite.

TEA-licious! Earl Grey Tea Parfait *Gluten Free

Don't Stay for Breakfast

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Summer Blues

La Copa Loca Gelato

4.2(384 reviews)

2.5 mi•Mission

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.

Passion Fruit

Stracciatella

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La Copa Loca

4.7(28 reviews)

3.2 mi•Noe 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!

9.5 mi•Gourmet Ghetto, North Berkeley

Bay window with seating!

Yogurt gelato pint! ~$16

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Sundaes Menu

Caravaggio Gelato Lab

4.5(474 reviews)

I have been coming here for years, but recently realized that this gelato is healthy! They use…read moreallulose and maltulose which are natural sugars with low glycemic. Cane sugar for example is mostly sucrose. This means that you can eat the gelato if you're diabetic or keto! Also employees here are always very friendly

This is definitely the best gelato I've had outside of Italy! I got the seasonal muscat grape and…read moremandarin flavors and they were both full of natural fruit pulp with every bite and tasted exactly what the fruits would! None of that artificial flavoring feelings. I could even see the piles of mandarins they peeled behind the counter! I'm definitely returning to try more flavors.

Madagascar Vanilla Gelato

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Bob B.

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3 years ago

The incident that unfolded before my eyes was nothing short of a disgraceful display of unprofessionalism and complete disregard for customer satisfaction. As I sat enjoying my coffee, a customer approached the employee to raise a concern about their order. The employee responded with an immediate outburst of rudeness, insulting the customer in front of a packed cafe. It was utterly shocking and disheartening to witness such disrespectful behavior in a supposedly reputable establishment. The level of unprofessionalism displayed by the employee was beyond unacceptable. Instead of attempting to diffuse the tension, they actively fueled the argument, further deteriorating the customer's faith in the cafe's commitment to providing quality service and an inviting atmosphere. Witnessing such a public display of disrespect has left me deeply disturbed and concerned about the management's ability to promote welcoming environment for their customers. read more

Felicia C.