Great business, no comments…read more Really, so much to love! + Cinnamon toast crunch latte + Food, like MEAL food (not just pastries) that are excellent, like their hot honey bacon breakfast sandwich and prosciutto mozzarella sandwich + Seasonal drinks + Clean bathrooms + Charming local street order placards + Reusable dishware, even for their self-serve water + Reasonable prices + Stylish dishware and charming, spacious seating + Quick and friendly service Not much to critique. Not all their flavored lattes are created equal (go to a Middle Eastern coffee shop for pistachio, theirs is the typical extract-driven flavor profile). I wish their point of sales system allowed for less than a dollar tips (I usually always round up to the next dollar, but I couldn't go below 1.00). We'll be back, with friends, soon!

Wow! This place is so much bigger than I thought it would be, having only seen it from the outside…read more-- and they have so many things, too! Lots of seating, cool-looking lighting, a great selection of drinks, yummy gelato (I tried the Cherry Blossom -- amazing!), soups, salads, sandwiches, pastries, oh my goodness! The staff are all very nice and welcoming, too .... When I went it was quiet but I hear it can get very crowded and at certain times, the only two upstairs tables are reserved for a runners' group. There are (rather steep, if only a few) stairs and also a ramp to get to the downstairs area, but the ramp is rather long and involves having to make a 180 degree turn. I think it's doable for those who can walk it but if one is using a wheelchair, I'm not so sure because there is a table in the space where some part of a chair-on-wheels might go -- so in other words, if the chair is very narrow, okay! If not, I think maybe not .... I didn't actually measure it, but it just seemed a little narrow to me. The bathrooms have really cool tiles in them, and there is a lot of stony texture on the exterior wall. There are some pretty, inspiring black-and-white paintings and at least one quote painted on the walls outside the bathrooms -- I like these kinds of touches a lot. I found the tomato soup to be much more filling and satisfying than expected, having forgotten one could become quite full on such a dish. I took much of it home and enjoyed it at room temperature on the porch a bit later in the day, so I can attest to the fact that this soup is delicious both hot and cooled down. I was surprised by the taste of the toasted cheese and was informed by my more-astute-than-I dining partner that all their bread is gluten-free. I hadn't noticed. I'm not sure exactly how it normally comes because seeing that they had basil, I requested a leaf and got a very nice-looking sprig! So very fresh, wow! This (early-ish spring) is probably a rather perfect time to enjoy the available outdoor seating area -- maybe I will next time .... I'm especially glad to know that my old fave Filipino grocery store that used to be on this corner has been converted into such a worthwhile, pretty, welcoming, and community-building hub! :-D Overall, highly recommended! Major Yay! :-D

We went there 2 days in a row back to back. I brought 5 red bean taiyaki the 1st day only because…read morethe man had an attitude and also didn't want to make me the vanilla cream ones. The red bean taiyaki was pretty good and had a bit of a crunch when it was warm but kinda less so when it turned cold and soggy. A good point was that the red bean filling was not overly sweet like in some other dessert fillings. My sister and niece went back the next day to get more and was met with "What do you want?" in a really testy, I can't be bothered with you kind of questioning when it was their turn to order. This time he did make the vanilla cream ones but his overall attitude soured us to the patroning experience. Not sure we would go back again based on piss poor attitude alone. BTW, the vanilla cream ones were just ehhhh!

What a great value! I would recommend the red bean filled fish if you like red bean, if you don't…read morethen get the vanilla creme. The vanilla creme is basically a custard. Very good and not too sweet! They are made to order. Piping hot! The small fish are very cute but I felt that they didn't have enough filling.

Cute little gelato spot as bs they let you sample to help you decide. Gelato was good, but I…read morethought it's overpriced, $9 for a small size. Not sure if it normal to DC area, but it's definitely way more than I'd pay anywhere else

I am a big fan of dolcezza sold in the grocery stores. I am an even bigger fan of the storefronts…read morewith the fresh gelato. I got to try flavors that they don't sell in grocery stores and it tasted so fresh. I tried the black and white cookie and Vietnamese cinnamon flavors. I went with the Vietnamese cinnamon in an affogato. Not only was the gelato fresh and delicious, but the espresso was smooth and paired so well with the gelato. I don't think I've ever had a better affogato. I highly recommend stopping in for a treat if you happen by one of the store fronts!

4/5 My husband and I…read moredecided to stop by this cute gelato shop in Middletown around 1:30 PM on a Sunday. They had just opened at noon, so we were excited to be some of the first customers and check out the flavors of the day! The young lady working was super friendly, professional, and genuinely seemed happy to be there--which made our experience even better. She kindly offered us samples of several flavors, which helped us narrow down our choices. I ended up going with a scoop of Piña Colada and something new to me called Candy Dream--a purple gelato that surprisingly tasted like strawberries. Super refreshing and different in a good way! I got mine in a waffle cone, but was a little bummed to find out it was the last one already--only an hour after opening. My husband had to go with a sugar cone, which was still tasty, just not his first choice. We originally came in hoping for chocolate, peanut butter, or salted caramel, but learned they rotate flavors daily--so what's on the menu board isn't always available. Just something to know ahead of time if you're craving something specific. Overall, great little spot with delicious gelato and warm, welcoming service. We'll definitely be back to try more flavors (and hopefully snag a waffle cone next time)!

Yummy gelato! We were in town and the kids wanted ice cream. I ordered a medium cup with hazelnut,…read moreespresso and chocolate flavor! Delicious!! The hazelnut was my favorite. My husband got a pint of hazelnut and Creme Brûlée and the kids got a cup of Unicorn flavor since it's color blue. It was really good! Ambience was nice and service was good. If we were going straight home, I would've ordered more pints!

Yum! Delicious gelato at Pitango Gelato & Coffee in Old Town Alexandria…read more We found Pitango on Yelp and are so glad we did. There was a small line, but it was well worth the wait! I tried a taste of one flavor but ended up getting a regular of Stracciatella & Chocolate Sorbet, a great combination.

Second time here and ordered the exact same flavors as last time -- Sicilian Pistachio, Hazelnut,…read moreand Chocolate Hazelnut. Damn... it was SO good. Gooey, creamy, rich, and super flavorful. At this point, I just have to stop by whenever I'm in Old Town.

Writing a review to express my immense gratitude to the staff in this store…read more I was idling my car (SUV AWD) in the alley way across the street, right by the Ukrainian Embassy. Totally inexperienced with ice and snow, I thought it would be ok. Ended up getting stuck there - tried hacking at the ice under the tires to get some traction for 30 minutes but still couldn't make it up the hill. Google search said putting some sand / salt / cat litter under the tires could help and I walked into Amorino hoping to get some salt and try that. The 2 staff who were in there were glad to help, I got about 4 cups of salt from them and spread it under the front tires, and was finally freed from my predicament. THANK YOU so much! Definitely will come back and get gelato with my friends when it gets warm.

It's an international brand, and I've tried it elsewhere and enjoyed it. The Georgetown location is…read morea conversion of a old running store. It's kind of on the edge of the stretch, not the highest foot traffic area, but definitely one of the worst car traffic spots. They have a set of ordering kiosks, and will call you out when they're ready for your order, including the selection of flavors. I got a crepe with gelato; although it said two flavors were included they offered me three small scoops for some reason, which still wasn't a ton. Honestly just getting the basic gelato in a cone with or without a chocolate or a macaron is better. The location has two floors, and you won't hear the honking so much upstairs. Service left something to be desired; I don't begrudge anyone who works for a living but it was not as high-caliber of an experience as I've had at other Amorinos. It also matters that this isn't the best ice cream in DC or even in Georgetown, and we have local gelato as well.

Very strong flavors across the board with a satisfying creaminess…read more There was a sweet aroma in the air from the waffle cones. A freezer held a wide selection of gelato pints, including some flavors not available in the display case. I appreciated that even the small cup could be split into two flavors. The gelato, vegan options, and sorbetto were all neatly organized, and the staff were generous with portions. Deeper into the shop, there was also a dessert case and a menu for coffee drinks. *Toasted Almond: intensely nutty and very forward in flavor. It tasted almost exactly like almond extract in the best way. One of my favorite nut based gelato flavors I have had. *Vanilla: similarly bold, with a rich and pronounced vanilla flavor. A sweeter take on a classic, but still very satisfying. *Green Tea: well executed with a clear earthiness. It was not overly sweet or milky, making it a solid and above average version. *Cherry Blossom: a seasonal flavor that could have easily felt gimmicky, but was handled well. It reminded me of a lighter lavender honey profile, not overly fragrant or sweet. It tasted natural and paired nicely with creamier flavors. *Espresso: true to its name, though slightly sweeter than expected. It was the least sweet of the group but did not stand out as particularly bold or aromatic. *Honey Mascarpone Fig: my favorite of everything I tried. The mascarpone added a slight tang and depth, while the honey and fig brought a soft, almost jammy sweetness. This was the most balanced flavor and would pair well with many others. While they do not offer as many flavors as some dessert shops, the quality across the board makes up for it. The execution is strong enough that it does not rely on gimmicks, and I would definitely return to try more of their seasonal offerings.

I'm on my way to the car after finishing one review, & I saw this Gelati spot! I figured...why not!…read moreI found out that shop owner Chef Gianluigi Dellaccio is Italy's Gelato Ambassador!! Yeah...I'm 'bout to get that REAL!! Let's Go!! . Where I am: @dolcigelati . Location Reviewed: 1420 8th St., N.W. Washington D.C. . Items Reviewed: STAMP!! Their Award Winning Honey Mascarpone Fig Gelato, & Sicilian Pistachio ($7.90 Large Cup). Smooth, rich, & fragrant honey mascarpone gelato!! A sweet almost floral pistachio gelato! STAMP!! Their Dark Chocolate Gelato, & Caramel Banana with Pecan Praline ($6.90 Small Cup). Intense super smooth dark chocolate gelato that paired perfectly with that caramel banana gelato!! STAMP!! Their Dubai Chocolate Sundae ($12 with house made pistachio gelato, pistachio cream, fudge, kataifi-crunchy shredded phyllo dough, & pistachio crumble). My new favorite Sundae!! Rich, creamy, sweet, crunchy, & delectable!! STAMP!! Their Dubai Chocolate Bar ($12.50 dark chocolate, pistachio cream, & kataifi made in house). The BEST Dubai chocolate bar that I've had so far, & I've had a couple!! STAMP!! Their Apple Cake ($7.50 with a white chocolate mousse, apricot marmalade, & apples). Soft, rich, & fruity!! STAMP!! Their Cappuccino ($3.50 with milk, & French Vanilla cream). A perfect way to end this review!! Hot sweet, & creamy!? . Customer Service: On Point. . Parking: Decent but $$ . Recommendations: It's no missing here!! Rich Gelato!! . Accessibility: It's is wheelchair friendly, & it's differently abled persons friendly. 5 Stars=STAMP 4 1/2 Stars=LIKE THAT 4 Stars=DELICIOUS 3 Stars=DECENT 2 Stars=PASS 1 Star=NAH #Bigschlimsreviews

The gelato is excellent and house made. Matcha and berry go very well together…read more Service is good and everyone is nice, good place to have a date and chat, spacious enough to get work done too. Latte is a lil expensive but they make their syrups and that's important to me. 10/10 vanilla latte. They even have a cold brew with gelato drink! Get vanilla.

Fantastic gelatos and sorbets. Chocolate hazelnut was amazing -- SO thick, creamy, and rich. Blood…read moreorange sorbet was also amazing and very refreshing. Great spot for vegans too, as there were tons of vegan-friendly sorbet options. I was impressed.

Was on my way home and it popped up under my suggestion so decided to give it a try …read more Got the Seasonal Hot Chocolate. It was amazing. The atmosphere is so cute and cozy The service was rapid and fresh . Will definitely be returning. Big shout out to Will & Cece They gave a great warm welcome energy.

Absolutely fantastic little spot. Only went for gelato, but will likely return at another time to…read moretry out the coffee and other treats they had available. The service was incredibly friendly and efficient, interior was clean, cosy, and quite inviting. For seating there was a large bench table and then some bar height seats looking out the window, making it great to just casually hang out while enjoying the treats. Not a crazy amount of seating but enough for a non rush time, though if have to judge how crowded it gets when the time invites more people. The gelato was fantastic, packed with flavor and incredibly creamy in texture. Ended up getting the coffee Christmas cookie and could not be happier with my decision. Prices were a tad in the higher side for ice cream, but worth it imo, and will likely return and highly recommend.

Yum! The shop has incredible desserts inside City Center DC. The gelato is delicious. There are so…read moremany flavors. The choices are unique and change from time to time. They also have coffees. This is a fun place to end date night or visit with friends while sightseeing seeing in DC. Dolcezza is inside Palmer Alley, a fun place to take pictures. Visitors will find upscale shops and other restaurants in the immediate area. Chinatown Metro or Convention Center metro are a few blocks away. Paid metered parking is hit or miss. There are garages nearby. This place is worth a visit (or more).

I tend to skip ice cream shops unless I'm traveling or it's a special occasion. That said, I…read morevisited the City Center Dolcezza location recently with some out of town guests and had a nice experience. I visited on a Sunday night around 8 PM and there was a small line, going out the door by a few people. It moved quickly enough. I like the shop decor a lot, with clean lines, large windows, and a few seats. I had a large ($10ish) with three scoops: Hazelnut Crackle (like ferrero rocher), Black and White Cookie Batter, Vietnamese Cinnamon. These all worked pretty well together. The star was the Hazelnut, which did taste exactly like ferrero, which meant it was delicious. I found the cinnamon a bit to punchy on its own (like Red Hots, which I don't like), but it mellowed out when eaten with the other flavors. The Black and White Cookie did taste like one, but that also meant it was not as strong as flavor as the other two.