Surprisingly disappointing. There is a lot of really good…read moregelato to choose from in Bologna. Like, a *lot*. This, surprisingly, is not one of them. Or, to be a bit more precise, sample all the gelato, and if you find one with the right texture/flavor, go for it. But be sure to sample, because quite frequently the gelato is older and/or crystalline, which is basically a waste of your money. (Then again, the good stuff *is* good, so if you can't be bothered to walk to the next good gelateria...)

Giancarlo (owner) is the Italian nonno I wish I had. He speaks a little bit of English, but we both…read morespeak gelato fluently so it worked out. We stayed in Bologna for two nights, and we went here both nights. We've been fortunate enough to make this our fourth trip to Italy, so let's just say my husband and I have eaten our fair share of gelato. The shop is clean, bright, and modern while his prices are reasonable. I think it was 2.50 euros for a small and you can get two flavors. My favorite thing about this gelateria though is that he doesn't just do gelato. There are two fridges worth of delicious gelato ice cream sandwiches, cakes, gelato bars, etc. I actually go to gelaterias for the gelato made treats rather than gelato itself. I liked everything I got, but I was especially wowed by the orange cake. I'm not a big citrus-flavored-dessert person, but this had me wanting more. It was light and reminded me of a creamsicle--yum! If you're lucky, you will get to meet Giancarlo who has a welcoming smile that makes you feel better to be supporting his gelateria.

From the owner: Il miglior yogurt gelato con frutta fresca di stagione da personalizzare a piacimento. Scegli la…read morefrutta le creme e le tantissime granelle a disposizione Deliziose crepes ripiene con frutta e 9 tipi diverse di creme! The best frozen yogurt with fresh fruits in Bologna! Delicious sweet pancakes filled with fruits and 9 different cremes

From the owner: Gelato self service!read more

This sorbetteria has been here since 1994. I could taste the experience in the single flavors or…read morethe composed combination flavors. The Ciocolato fondante is a dark bitter chocolate that should be a jump start to everyone's day. The chocolate is strong and incredibly smooth. The pistachio is true to the nut. It has a natural color so don't expect a bright green. The Dolce Emma made of Ricotta cream and fig caramelized in honey and lemon was my ABSOLUTE favorite. All the patrons that come in are mesmerized by the list of flavors. There is a lot to read. They offer gluten free, lactose free, sugar free and vegan options (!). Definitely a gelateria that you need to visit while in Bologna. The service was great! The staff member was really nice to allow me a taste of several flavors before I made my choice. Gelato taste: 4.5 stars Service: 5 stars...my server spoke some English Ambiance: 5 stars (a beautiful shop and outdoor seating too)

OMG. Top three gelatos during my 5 city tour of Italy, with the other two being in Bologna as well…read more(Cremeria Cavour and Cremeria Funivia). I got three flavors - the melone and yogurt as those are basics for comparing to other places, and the Crema Michelangelo. The Crema Michelangelo was by far the stand out with its almond-chocolate combo. Perfect combination - the almonds really shine through with a background of chocolate. This is a trademarked flavor people!!! So many flavors there, so little time. I'm wondering why I didn't get the Crema Ludivico since nut bases are my favorite. Still dreaming about this place and feeling so full of regret for not getting the Ludivico.

Very, very good gelato! My husband and I agreed it's some of the best we've ever had. The texture…read moreis perfect and it's extremely affordable! The yogurt was my favorite flavor, and the lemon was my husband's.

Renovated, and still good It's in a pretty student heavy…read morezone, but don't let that fool you, this is still good (post renovation at that). The flavors are clean, mouthfeel is good, melts rapidly, and available flavors vanish as the day goes on (always a good sign) So, all in all, worth it!)

Awesome gelato. The tropical yogurt and the raspberry with chocolate was very good. Also open late…read morewhich is nice.

A solid, interesting mini-chain in the gelato-heaven that is Bologna…read more There is plenty of (really good) gelato in Bologna (after all, it's where most of the equipment to make it comes from!), wii hi icy means going out of your way to find that One Great Gelateriais not really necessary. That said, this place is actually worth a bit of a walk - the gelato is good, of course, but it's the interesting (but not stupid) flavors that make it worthwhile. Check it out!

Busy at 10:00 at night . Waited 30 minutes to order raspberry and chocolate cone . Cone or cup …read more Small to large . Simply the best of what Bologna has to offer . So , the difference between gelato and a Cremeria is the latter is more creamy . I guess . It all tastes good anyway .

We read that is one of best gelatos in Bologna so we had to try it. It was worth the detour!…read more The shop is bright with a minimalist decor. It was very clean. There is a list of gelato flavors on the wall. It was hard to choose but chocolate is my go to. The chocolate was rich and super chocolatey! The pistachio was also very good. We were waited in fairly quickly with only one other customer in front of us. It pays to get gelato on the winter-no lines. The store had high top tables to stand at or seating upstairs.

I love cupcakes & cake (but I don't bake) and I have to say I'm fairly picky. These cupcakes are…read moreworth the detour from any tour group. They were moist & not too sweet, creamy and beautiful. Loved the ladies at Dolce Lab & I'm sure we'll be seeing a lot of each other (see note about the fact that I don't bake, ha!). The shop is adorable with plenty of seating to enjoy a cupcake or slice of cake (they have other treats too) with tea. They have a large table to seat at least 8, a cozy couch, bar along the wall up front & tables along the wall walking toward the back. So, bring your friends and enjoy this place. Maybe I'll see you there ;)

Let me be the weird girl here that did not like this place. I really am unhappy to be disappointed…read moreby a place I have been trying for more than one year to go to. Let's face it, my first criticism would be that they have unusual schedule here. My expectations have only been growing as I was failing to get in. But, finally, on a bright and particularly lucky Sunday, by a magical concordance of universal forces, I was able to enter for a brunch (last time i tried a brunch, it was open but no brunch was served that specific Sunday..). But then... I really ended up very disappointed by the food served. The 12€ brunch plate was composed of: first, an over cooked eggs with some tiny pieces of not very good quality smoked salmon (why not at least ask how people like the eggs to be cooked? anyway very few person would choose this over cooked version of an omelet). Second, a half cold very very bad croque monsieur, honestly closed to one you could buy on a highway stop: the bread was not toasted enough, the bechamel was not very good to say the least and again, half cold like this is not good! No. Then, the pancakes were ok, nothing special, nothing bad. But the jam was so common, I mean for a bakery you would expect a bit more taste. And overall, I found the portion a bit small. After this quite mediocre plate (not bad really, just not good at all), i decided to try the cupacke for which they are famous for. Well, it was an ok cupcake but nothing very good and special either. I even found it a bit dry. Last comment, there was absolutely no flexibility in changing the plate composition. You have to choose between 1- eggs, 2- pancakes (sweet or salted) and 3- "specialty of the day" which this particular day was the croque monsieur and a kind of flaky pastry filled with pesto (that is it, some flaky pastry + pesto - not anything more, that is it). So if you do not like eggs and wish to change this amazing omelet with this pesto dough, you are to be charged more, and not the brunch plate. I would understand if it were meat or fish or something elaborated, but dough ? and pesto ?? The difference was like 1€ so ok, who cares? Well it is not very important financially for sure but shows a lack of flexibility and niceness that I do not like a lot.