Orsolya D.

Every 'Joe Schmoe' can "go out for ice cream"; but do you want to up the ante and show off sophistication? Would you prefer to feel as though you are carefree in Italy and about to hop on a vespa? Then opt for gelato. Somehow, grabbing gelato versus ice cream feels classy and elegant. Although gelato offerings in Los Angeles aren't as widespread as ice cream; there are plenty of options awaiting to make us all feel European (I AM European so I always do but I digress). San Fernando Valley's most recent addition to the world of gelato is Freddo - located not far from the Ventura/ Laurel Canyon intersection in Studio City. Yes, that means this is prime real estate and terrible parking. Is Freddo worth the hassle? Freddo has been in the gelato business for 50 years opening their first shop in Argentina before expanding worldwide focusing on fresh, local ingredients and flavors; making each shop unique to the surrounding cultures. Freddo has arrived in Southern California ready to bring their Italian gelato roots to the City of Angels. Sounds great, right? Well, yes - on paper but this Studio City location fell short. The Studio City location of Freddo has been on the receiving end of viral publicity and influencer love as of late often appearing in social media videos. Coupled with Freddo's worldwide market holding; I had very high hopes for Freddo's gelato. I expected some orgasmic gelato! A mind-blowing experience! My boyfriend and I ventured into Freddo to find a rather large gelateria in comparison to other gelato/ice cream shops with an order counter/gelato/pastry case, a front window-seating counter complete with plants and plenty of tables and seating within; while murals graced the walls adding splashes of color. What I found odd, was the disheveled mess Freddo appeared - why didn't anyone tidy the dining area? Granted, there was only one associate in the front but only two other customers ahead of us. Alas, an untidy gelato shop isn't the clincher to a bad time but this was just the beginning. My boyfriend and I have never visited Freddo and the associate was NOT welcoming, didn't smile, was basically silent and stood there like a statue until we asked for some samples on our own. Let's try "selling the business" and having good customer service, shall we buddy? I am not a gelato professional consumer by any means but I was instantly deterred by the visual appearance of the gelato which just looked 'off'. Perhaps, I am just spoiled by Bacio di Latte which is a hop, skip and jump from Freddo and is absolutely divine. I wasn't overwhelemed by the flavor options at Freddo although I tried Zabaglione which is inspired by the Marsala wine Italian dessert and was interesting with the wine notes coming through the gelato. The Mascarpone (mascarpone with raspberry sauce) was also decent but not overly unique. I decided against purchasing my own gelato and instead to share with my boyfriend with him choosing a double cup ($7.50) of Stracciatella (sweet cream with semi-sweet chocolate chunks) and blackberry sorbet (note: this was to test it against Bacio di Latte's raspberry sorbet which is one of the best sorbets on the planet). The prices at Freddo were another strike with the single cup ($6.25), double ($7.50) and triple ($9.80) being smaller in size than their competitors but about a dollar higher, respectively. This is fine if the gelato is worth it - but it isn't. I'm sorry but Freddo's gelato was mediocre at best. I've had better grocery store pints. The Stracciatella was overly simplified and bland and the blackberry sorbet (which was not strained of seeds) was just bad. I can't even eloquently phrase why - it just is. There isn't much more to be said about Freddo. Freddo is, bluntly, not good and I don't understand how they claim worldwide gelato domination. A messy shop, poor customer service, subpar gelato flavors/textures and overpriced... why is this place viral? Can someone answer me? Anyone?! There is nothing good here and especially when Freddo is overshadowed by Bacio di Latte almost a block away. My boyfriend and I will not be back despite wanting to feel classy consuming gelato. Skip!

Mary S.

I'll admit, I have a bit of an obsession with gelato. I came to Freddo's about a month ago with my brother, and the gelato was phenomenal!!! They had such great flavors. The outdoor seating was a really cool surprise. It's super cute with lights in the trees, very spacious, and you wouldn't even know there's a big back area unless you walked through. They even had speakers set up, which made me wonder if they play the music on certain days or nights. I definitely want to come back here. I tried a couple of weeks ago and they were closed, but maybe I just caught them at the wrong time. Either way, I'm already looking forward to my next visit.

Terrence T.

My friends and I wanted to meet up in Studio City and tossed around cafes but since it's Summer and hot outside the idea of going to get ice cream was suggested. Wow, FREDDO ice cream shop in Studio City is amazing! Easy to find since it's on Ventura boulevard near Radford avenue. Park at a meter or walk to this great store. Freddy's interior is bright, welcoming and fun music is played on the speakers. The staff is friendly and very helpful. The assortment of ice cream is vast and their menu extends to food as well. There's indoor seating and an elegant outdoor patio in the back. I like this venue a lot and will have to check out their Koreatown location!

Jennifer O.

This is a charming little shop with a wide variety of gelato flavors and desserts to choose from. They let us sample a few before we landed on a small cup of pistachio and strawberry cream. The gelato is denser and richer in texture than other spots I've tried--definitely more indulgent. It's not cheap, but the portions are a shareable size. Parking can be tricky since it's nestled in the heart of Studio City's dining area. We lucked out with a street spot right out front, but we noticed a sign next door that offers the first 15 minutes free in the adjacent lot.

Meena N.

After tasting a few flavors, We got a split of 2 flavors. the banana split and the dulce la leche granizado. Wow. Really yummy. The servers were so patient as we were clearly taking a long time to decide. The pistachio was also very good. The prices were like all the other places. $6.50, 7.50 and 9.50. You can spot it in 2 or 3 flavors. The indoors is cute. Had some board games to keep you occupied. They look like they have a nice back patio too. We sat outside where the people watching was fun. We had just had lunch so we didn't get anything to eat. Can't wait to come back and try their empanadas.

Fazil A.

If you haven't heard yet, this is the only US location of the most popular ice cream franchise in Argentina. Why should you care? Well, Argentine ice cream is special due to its rich, creamy texture, high-quality ingredients sourced from the country's pampas grasslands, gelato-making techniques that incorporate less air for a denser texture and flavor. So in other words, you should try Freddo. The ONE flavor that you absolutely will never hear of anywhere else let alone FIND anywhere else, is Dulce de Leche granizado. Dulce de leche is Argentina's other gift to the world (besides Messi) and it means sweet of the milk and is made from slow cooking condensed milk for hours. Granizado means "hail" and in this flavor is chocolate chips. Some other fun facts, the people who work there are from Argentina and if you want to bad enough, you can also run into an Argentine customer if you wait long enough. Argentine people are very loving especially if you want to speak of Messi or if you already love Argentina.

Al L.

Recently relocated to Studio City and literally this place is around the corner from my place. It has a feel good vibe when you come in, whether it's the splash of bright colors , or the gelato, pastrries, empanadas or coffee brewing, , you decide. I came in about 5 and the place started getting busy. They have seating inside and an inviting patio outside . I ordered the ham and cheese empanada and the chicken empanada. Both very good and filling. There are muffins, croissants, Mini cakes and of course the gelato. I will definitely be eating here more often. I suggest you give this place a try

Lyla D.

On a "clousy" and drizzling 61°F Christmas Eve, we drove into Studio City to look for Freddo gelateria. This Argentinean gelateria and bakery opened on September 27, 2024, shortly after our recent early September trip to Los Angeles. I convinced my brother-in-law to drive down Ventura Boulevard after noticing this gelateria's proximity to the Studio City Plaza after having a late breakfast. It didn't take much convincing since we're "dessert hounds," and the cooler temperature made us want frozen treats. Upon approaching the gelateria shortly after 12 noon, we noticenoon, we noticed two young men waving "free parking" signs for Freddo at Kiwami by Katsu-Ya, and we were about to turn when we spotted an open metered space directly in front of Freddo. While doing the obligatory photography, Lucila warmly and energetically greeted our foursome from behind the counter. My brothers-in-law weren't familiar with this Argentinean gelateria and bakery, so Lucila offered them taste samples. On the other hand, I narrowed down my choices to share with my husband right away (Coco y dulce de leche or Philippin Coconut, Pistachio, and Choco Freddo). My brothers-in-law chose cups of Banana Split and Dulce de Leche, Pistachio, and Mascarpone gelato. We enjoyed the bright and clean gelateria, outstanding service, and affordable frozen treats. Lucila's engaging and friendly personality made us feel welcomed and more happy. We also noticed their pretty outdoor patio with heat lamps, so we'd consider returning during the non-rainy days of Fall or Winter to enjoy Freddo's gelatos.

Gloria C.

This place is the cutest thing. They have amazing ice cream, and they offer dog friendly ice cream and cookies! They are also allowed anywhere in the store. I love this!!!! The employees are so generous and sweet! For my first time here, I'm impressed!! Definitely coming back.

Christina G.

Nice location, cute place, and very clean. The space is large and they offer board games, neat! Service was okay - helpful, but no energy. The ice cream is okay. I noticed a funky milky aftertaste after trying 3-4 flavors. The dark chocolate was really good though. Overall, everything was just...okay & a bit overpriced. Almost $7.00 for a teeny tiny cup.

Princess B.

My husband and I just discovered this place on a drive through studio city. The gelato was so delicious that we came back the following day! Staff: Natalia is warm and welcoming. Joy and light exude from her. She's incredibly kind. She alone will make you want to return time and time again. Lulu was super sweet and helpful, letting us sample lots of the gelatos. She shared the history of the shop and its wonderful cross cultural connections of Argentinian and Italian roots. So cool. Ambience: The restaurant decor is fun and inviting. There's a lovely patio area too. The colors are bright and happy. It's a good place to bring a friend or a laptop. Food: As someone who lived in Italy, I'm always comparing the gelato I have in the states to my Italian gelato experience. Freddo has deliciously blended flavors. Definitely sample everything to find your favorite. Mine is the cookies n cream blended with the coconut. The medialuna ham and cheese sandwich was yummy too. The medialunas are similar to French croissants in shape but sweeter. I highly recommend Freddo if you need a sweet treat... or if you don't but you want to get one anyway.

Gohar K.

After dinner at a nearby restaurant my husband and I came here for dessert. We love gelato and this place looked promising. It's been open for about nine months now. Our first time here and pretty sure not the last. Friendly welcome, as soon as we walked in we were greeted and a nice gentleman helped us. We tasted a few flavors and I picked the mint chocolate and the hazelnut chocolate. I love mint chocolate but theirs was a bit strong for me, the mint had an overpowering taste.. The hazelnut chocolate was perfect. It tasted amazing. My husband also got that and enjoyed it much. This place has a great ambiance with very cute decor and lots of indoor and out door seating. I didn't notice the patio in the back of the cafe til we were leaving. It was beautiful. They also serve coffee, baked goods and empanadas too (in case you get hungry) .... Overall Freddo is a wonderful addition to Ventura Blvd in Studio City. I will be back. .....

Daniela B.

I'm Argentinian, so when I found out that they were opening a Freddo in the valley I was ecstatic! The first time I went in I talked to the owner & she's super nice! Everyone that works there is! As for the ice cream aka gelato I will always go for the dulce de leche. They also have more traditional, American flavors & a few other Argentinian ones as well. I've been here a couple times & they switch up the flavors, so if you see 'Dulce de Leche Tentación' make sure you order that!!!! It's dulce de leche ice cream with swirls of actual dulce de leche inside. BOMB! I also ordered a cafe con leche & medialuna (latte & croissant), which were also great. They have a lot of seating inside & there's also a cute patio in the back with plenty of seating as well. Both times I was there I saw people working on their laptops. If I lived closer, I would definitely be coming in to get some coffee (& ice cream) & work for a few hours. I HIGHLY recommend Freddo to anyone that loves good ice cream & coffee.