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3 years ago

Delish!! Loved the strawberry coconut and the salted vanilla with marshmallows. Kind staff and the line moves quickly :) read more

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5 years ago

Delicious. Yummy. Worth the calories. Get at least a 5 oz. we had the chocolate, coconut, and straticatto. So good. I want to get seconds. Great selection and you can get cakes, ice cream sandwiches, and to go pints. It's worth the trip. Very friendly staff. read more

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Adriana B.

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2 years ago

Good but I've had better. Would prefer more interesting and variety of flavors but not bad.

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Aaron P.

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3 years ago

Best gelato ever. The service was amazing and very friendly. Great kid options and would recommend for those who are looking for a yummy treat. The ambiance was great. Local artists displayed their art. It's a must stop. read more

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Rashi T.

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4 years ago

HERE'S THE SCOOP -Bontà means a little bit of something good and this place is better than a little bit of good .Local , artisan and naturally sourced I love everything they stand for. Lots and lots of tempting flavors and they also cater to Vegan preferences which is always a plus. Their signature creations include the classic Italian flavor Stracciatella to Turkish Coffee and Tupelo Lavender & Honey. Consistently on the list of Best of Oregon this place deserves all the kudos it can get . read more

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5 years ago

AMAZING gelato, esp on a 97 degree day in Bend (say what?) COVID safe (employees are still wearing masks) and everything is quite nicely spaced out. Ordered the 4oz with 2 flavors - Tumalo Lavender + Honey paired with Marionberry Blood Orange Sorbet (v) . The two flavors complemented each other very nicely. Normally I would have done all vegan flavors, but on a hot day, I needed real ice cream. I was originally going to order Turkish Coffee, but was told that this had a flavor of cardamom and would taste more like a Chai Latte than the typical coffee flavor. Would definitely come again! read more

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The Bonta cream and gelato truck was parked in Sisters on this very hot day. Just after quenching my thirst with ice tea, I walked passed the Bonato truck serving up artisan gelato. Made with dairy from local cows. Cool and creamy salted chocolate! Took care of my sweet tooth with my go to flavor choccccclate! read more

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3 years ago

It's certainly popular in Bend.... The quality was high and the portion generous compared to many gelato places. Some interesting flavor combinations... I went with my usual peanut butter and chocolate (fudge) And was very disappointed! Hardly any fudge or chocolate... more like eating plain peanut butter. read more

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3 years ago

Delightful service. Patient & thoughtful. Some unusual flavors - at least for this part of the world. Wish there were a few less sweet flavors - tart or savory. read more

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Marie D.

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2 years ago

The quality was so good and worth the line. It tasted like real ice cream! The line goes by quick for it being long and they are well staffed. read more

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Chris R.

2 years ago

Excellent gelato! Staff were friendly. Service was fast. Place was clean. Highly recommend.

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Julianne T.

3 years ago

Took a quick trip to Bend and Bonta's gelato was so good that I went twice that weekend! Lots of really tasty flavors (nothing too out there, and lots of elevated classics). I went with the Stracciatella, Salted Chocolate, and Roasted Strawberries and Honey. Each flavor was so delicious and fresh. I loved texture of the Stracciatella - creamy with lots of little chocolate pieces that melt in your mouth. Service is quick and they don't rush you when asking for samples. The inside is cute and inviting - plenty of space to sit if you want to eat your ice cream inside! Would definitely come back next time I'm in the area! read more

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Katherine L.

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5 years ago

This place is honestly the best! They have flavor sampling available, and it was so hard to nail down just a few flavors to order. I like that you can still get 2 scoops in the smaller 4oz size if you get the waffle cone or cup! Their gelatos are creamy in that light gelato way, and the flavors are both delicate and strong at the same time. They aren't too sweet either which is a gold star for me. I got the lavender honey and key lime pie, and they were the perfect pair on a hot day. So worth the wait! Pro tip, if you sign up for text alerts, you can get a coupon. read more

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Lucia B.

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3 years ago

This gelato surprised me. Great flavors, and I love that they allowed samples. We had salted chocolate, peanut butter fudge, and vanilla bourbon pecan. Delicious taste, but it was the consistency of the gelato that was the winner. Didn't melt too fast, sticky consistency. Loved it. read more

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Gabriella R.

2 years ago

Great gelato!! Best I've had in the states! There was a long line even with the chilly evening.

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2 years ago

Super yummy gelato. Best I've had in a while. Creative and unique flavors, but not too creative that it's not accessible to your youngster. My favorite was the orange cream. they let you try flavors. Small place- not a ton of seating. Probably would be good for a date - walk and nibble on gelato. Plus gelato is healthier than ice cream! read more

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Rachel D.

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6 years ago

Very cute little gelato place in downtown bend. They are following COVID guidelines and are very friendly. The gelato was good, quite thick, but not the best I've had though. We got honey strawberry + frozen hot cocoa, and straciatella + hazelnut. The strawberry and hazelnut could've had stronger flavors. It is a good choice for dessert or a sweet treat while in bend though. read more

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Tony R.

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3 years ago

We went to Old Town Bend, OR to enjoy some after-dinner gelato. This place had a line out the door, and we ate in, preferring to watch people as we enjoyed a cool treat. The people are courteous and the service was very quick, even though there were many people, some of whom requested taste-spoons". The gelato was very good, but perhaps there was something off with my taste-buds that evening because all I was tasting was your basic Italian sweet cream. Nothing else came through. My wife's peanut butter fudge was more pronounced. Nevertheless, Bontà was a good excuse to suck down some extra calories. Recommended. read more

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Wow, the gelato from this place is the best I have ever tasted. They are silky smooth, full of flavor, and not too sweet. What's even better? There's plenty of street parking nearby, the staff are friendly, and the wait is short. read more

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Patrick Y.

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4 years ago

Bottom line: this place is a real treat (no pun intended) and it's a MUST visit when in Bend. Followed couple of Yelp reviews to this place and it didn't disappoint. There were a lot of good unique gelato flavors and it incorporated a local ingredients like Theo Chocolates. The customer service was also on-point. They were very helpful and patient as we asked to tried multiple flavors and gave us some suggested "scoops" (pun intended). The venue is very welcoming and clean. It can hold maybe one or two parties of five or more (inside) so plan ahead if you have a big party. In the summer or warmer days, there are tables/seats outside to enjoy your scoop of gelato. I definitely highly recommend this place when you're in Bend and like others reviews suggest- it's a MUST visit. read more

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Anne K.

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3 years ago

Employees were very friendly and they had great selections. The family loved each one they chose. read more

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Kim M.

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3 years ago

What a gem. We were craving ice cream and found this! Each flavor was distinctly unique. The staff was also very friendly. Highly recommend! read more

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Very solid gelato. I came here with family for post-lunch dessert, and tried the Stracciatella and Strawberry Honey, both of which were delicious. They unfortunately do not offer samples anymore, which is entirely understandable given COVID. On the slightly more expensive side but certainly worth every penny given the quality. Wish they had some locations in California! read more

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Joe K.

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5 years ago

So good! I don't have a sweet tooth at all; in fact I can live without desserts. BUT This place is not that sweet and I love that. I honestly can't really remember the names of what I got, but they all good. Don't think you can go wrong with any flavors. read more

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Wow the gelato is amazing. We had some at the shop and also bought pints at a grocery store later on. The strawberry was the best strawberry I've ever had, and the one with salted caramel tasted so creamy. Don't miss this! read more

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Noaa B.

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This is a chill little place in downtown. There's always a line so I thought, why the hell not. The flavors are unique. I ordered a small cup with two scoops. It was huge! Second time I went I ordered a kids cup. I had the caramel latte which was amazing, the sea salt chocolate and one other flavor I don't recall. They were all good! Highly recommend this place read more

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Clarissa E.

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It's real, authentic gelato. There's not much more to it and there doesn't need to be! It's got traditional flavors, plus some interesting options and sorbets. They also offered a few vegan options and a kids size. read more

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Barry T.

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Ridiculously phenomenal gelato. Flawless flavors. Some of the best gelato I've ever savored. read more

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Aide G.

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Best strawberry ice cream I've ever had! The customer service very friendly, and Generous. Highly recommended read more

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Chelsea B.

4 years ago

Lots of delicious and fun flavors as well as a good selection of vegan dairy free options! My fiancé got the lavender honey, rhubarb and lemon flavors and I got the vegan strawberry coconut and coconut strawberry lime flavors. Everyone working was very friendly. Would definitely go back next time we are in Bend! read more

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Yas for delicious, vegan gelato options! I got the chocolate coconut gelato and it was so creamy, I honestly couldn't even tell it was vegan. It wasn't overly sweet. I would order this flavor again, although the other flavors such as espresso brownie are ultra tempting. The people working there are so sweet and patient. Bonta is now on my short list for dessert in downtown Bend! read more

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Eric W.

3 years ago

The perfect stop after just getting into town! Refreshing and sweet! Loved sampling different flavors to get that perfect one. Super friendly staff! read more

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Alan B.

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4 years ago

Yup... great ice cream, but to be honest, I don't think it's anything outstanding. I've enjoyed everything I've tried from Pumpkin Spice to Almond Butter Coffee. Their Salted Chocolate is incredible! I'll go here again often, but I also enjoy some of the ice cream you can find in the freezer department of your local grocery. read more

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This is by far the best gelato I have had in a long time and I frequent gelato places from home. The overall experience was great. The staff is super friendly and very helpful. I ended up getting a roasted strawberry and honey with vanilla bourbon pecan. They were both fantastic. My only regret is not going back to try some of the other flavors. read more

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Sam U.

4 years ago

Stracciatella Vanilla Bourbon Pecan Love love coming here. Never disappoints. The staff are always so kind and friendly, answering any questions. Their choices of flavors are just delicious and they offer vegan, if you're interested. They're downtown and perfect for a sweet treat ANYTIME! Highly recommend. read more

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Stephanie G.

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4 years ago

Yum this place is delicious! Local Bend gelato company and it's super cute inside. So happy to support local! read more

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Mukul P.

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4 years ago

Cute little ice cream shop in downtown Bend. I tried Salted Chocolate, Stracciatella and Voila Coffee. Loved them all! The gelato is nice and creamy! The servers were friendly and helpful. Definitely recommend! read more

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Avery H.

4 years ago

Bontà is a must in Bend. There is usually a line and it can take awhile but I assure you it's like Disney land, worth the wait for the experience! Staff are always friendly and prices are a little high but considering the product I think it's more than fair. There are allergy friendly options (contains coconut) in some of their flavors. I highly recommend the coconut strawberry and the salted chocolate. read more

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Wyatt B.

2 years ago

The food was delicious. The service was exquisite. The ambiance was to die for. Bonta is the number one gelato place in Oregon state.

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Lauren S.

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4 years ago

So happy this place was next to our hotel. Best gelato in the US very comparable to Italy. Affordable prices for scoops or pints. Excellent flavors. Great location and open late! read more

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920 NW Bond St
Ste 108
Bend, OR 97703
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(541) 897-9282
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https://bontagelato.com

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Hours

What time does Bonta Gelato open?

Bonta Gelato opens at 12:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.

What time does Bonta Gelato close?

Bonta Gelato closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.Bonta Gelato is closed on Saturday.

Mon-Fri, Sun 12:00 PM - 9:00 PMSat Closed

Payment methods

Does Bonta Gelato take credit cards?

Yes, Bonta Gelato takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Bonta Gelato have catering options?

Yes, Bonta Gelato does have catering options.

Does Bonta Gelato have a drive thru?

No, Bonta Gelato does not have a drive thru.

Indoor Amenities

Does Bonta Gelato allow dogs?

No, Bonta Gelato does not allow dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Bonta Gelato have bike parking?

Yes, Bonta Gelato has bike parking.

Does Bonta Gelato have parking?

Yes, Bonta Gelato has parking options. Garage Parking, Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Bonta Gelato wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Bonta Gelato is wheelchair accessible.

Does Bonta Gelato have free WiFi?

Yes, Bonta Gelato has free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

Bonta was born in Bend, where adventure comes naturally. Tucked between the Cascade Mountains and the Deschutes River, we love nothing more than exploring the great outdoors. Back at the creamery, we mix farm-fresh, wholesome goodness into every scoop, to fuel any adventure big or small.

History

Established in 2011.

Inspired and enlivened by a one year trip around the world, Jeff and Juli Labhart returned with a want to capture the flavors from the street stalls of Thailand, the spice fields of Zanzibar, the mountains of India, and other exotic locales into the creamy fresh goodness of gelato. Every small batch of Bontà gelato is hand-crafted using only the best ingredients with many coming from the Oregon countryside. For it was their travels that made them realize that many of the world's best ice cream ingredients can be found right here at home, also.

Meet the Business Owner: Juli L.

Jeff grew up in the dairy community of Tillamook, Oregon and at a young age understood that the reason the milk and cream tasted so good here in the Northwest was all of the tall, green grass the cows munched on all year long. Juli was raised in the berry community of Lynden, Washington, where in her younger years, she worked the berry fields. She still wonders why she was never fired, because it seemed more berries went into her mouth than the bucket.

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Do you offer samples for the indecisive?? ;)

As many as you would like! Try the whole case if you would like. Enjoy!

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Do you guys have any vegan options?

We do! We always have a minimum of four vegan options, but sometimes up to seven. We use organic coconut milk and have water-based sorbettos. We are also looking at making some new oat milk flavors.

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4.3(173 reviews)

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An unfortunate event lead to our trying this most excellent restaurant. A broken piece of artwork…read moreneeding restoration necessitated a trip to Bend, OR. Between the exceptionally good food at Hook and Plow, a most pleasant hotel experience, and a memorable trip to the High Desert Museum; our trip to Bend turned out to be a pleasure instead of the miserableness I expected. We had the Steak Tartare, the Chef's Board, the Blackend Crabcake, the Pear and Burrata Salad, and the Bone-in Pork Chop. We each got the cheesecake for desert and split the other dishes. This was more than enough for the three of us and we left full, happy, and with three large to-go boxes. The flavors of the various dishes were amazing. While all the dishes were vvery good, the standouts to me were the steak Tartare, the Pear and Burrata Salad, and the Cheesecake.

Had a second meal here, and unfortunately the experience lessened my opinion of this restaurant. I…read morehad the halibut, which was their "catch of the day". It was incredibly dry without any sauce, served with roasted potatoes (instead of mashed as advertised), and came with a little salad... there was no dressing on the salad, so it was really of no added value on the plate. I really wanted to like this place, but even the service is just a little "off" from my expectations. I sat for over 10 minutes with no contact from a server. No water. And the place had no air conditioning on a day that was 80 degrees. I don't think I'll give this place a third try, but I hope they can fix the problems. I like their concept and location.

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Kevin N.

123

4 years ago

This place has delicious and unique flavors, as well as its inviting atmosphere. The gelato is made with high-quality ingredients, resulting in a smooth and creamy texture that is simply mouthwatering. The flavors are creative and exciting, with something to please everyone, from classic options to more adventurous ones. The staff is knowledgeable, friendly, and always willing to offer samples so you can try different flavors. The shop is also beautifully decorated, making it a perfect spot to enjoy your gelato and relax. Overall, Bontà Gelato is a wonderful addition to Bend's food scene, and I highly recommend a visit to anyone looking for a sweet treat. read more

Beth H.

8 years ago

This place was amazing! We got the gelato flight and tried six of their creative flavors. I think everyone should do a flight! Such a fun way to sample so much. read more

Areej K.

4 years ago

The best gelato in the whole world. The flavors are so flavorful and unique. The gelato is so creamy and made with such great quality.

Sabrina S.

10 years ago

Holy FLAVOR COUNTRY! Great atmosphere, enormous servings, high quality product. Do not miss a chance to have the best gelato in town!

Rebecca D.

4 years ago

This was reccomended by a friend and it was so yummy! Will likely stop by again the next time we are in town

Chloe D.

6 years ago

I have been coming here for quite a bit now and it's my all time favorite gelato place

Betsy G.

Elite 20

276

7 years ago

Not like they need another 5 star review but this place puts out some amazing gelato!

Scott J.

2 years ago

Always excellent every time. The service and employees are always kind and attentive.

Chuck W.

10 years ago

Prices are good, the gelato is unique in a really good way and they are really nice.

Brian L.

134

7 years ago

Super-fun place to stop for dessert after dinner in Bend. Kids love this place.

Marcel P.

10 years ago

Delicious and open late for when I need late night gelato (which is often).

Carley G.

174

6 years ago

Always amazing and worth the line. Friendly patient workers with smiles.

Stacy C.

Elite 18

240

10 years ago

salted chocolate with the coffee flavor- oh boy.

Tami Z.

5 years ago

Always Yummy with great atmosphere and service!

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