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Frigidarium

4.6 (638 reviews)
Open • 10:30 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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Jeanne R.

This is the best gelato I've ever had and now every time I get gelato... I lament that it's not like the gelato I had on our last night in Rome at the end of the heat wave. Come here, walk around and get a little lost, and come back o here again on your way home. It's worth it

Judy O.

Every time I come to Italy, it's a personal mission to find and devour gelato daily--because vacation calories? Yeah, they don't count! This spot didn't disappoint--the gelato was absolutely gorgeous and tasted just as amazing. Heads up: they only let us pick one flavor to taste test lol so choose wisely, but honestly, it was worth it. Open late, delicious, and just what we needed to end the night right!

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Bryan B.

My absolute favorite gelato in Rome! Stays open late, perfect to stop by after dinner and walk the beautiful streets of city before going home. Service was great. Line moves pretty fast so don't feel to discouraged if you have to wait a bit.

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Terrance Y.

We stopped by Frigidarium while in Italy, and it was easily one of the best gelato spots we've tried. The texture was perfectly creamy but still light, and the flavors were so fresh and vibrant. I'm usually all about fruit flavors, and the strawberry was a standout--sweet, tangy, and tasted just like biting into the real thing. Unlike some gelato places that just feel like overly sweet ice cream, this actually had that authentic, high-quality taste. You can tell they use real ingredients, not artificial syrups. Didn't try the chocolate dip that everyone talks about, but honestly, the fruit flavors alone were more than enough to make this a new favorite. If you're in Rome and love fresh, real gelato, this spot is a must!

Gelato shop on Bia Del Governo

They have some of the best gelato. A small dipped cone or cup with 2 flavors is only 3 Euros. The line may be long but moves quickly. Worth the wait.

Maruko X.

The Frigidarium ice cream is probably one of the most popular gelato stores in the area. The line is usually long although moving fast, and you have to pick up your flavors very fast as every one working here is rushing you, then pick the choice of either chocolate coat or wiped cream as toppings. I've tried their flavors of Frigidarium (very sweet), Stracciatella (creamy), Tiramisu (balanced rum taste), Pistachio Cheesecake (a must try here), and Cioccoarancia (dense texture and orange taste). Overall good quality but not worth the hassle if waiting line is really long.

Lauren T.

Overrated tourist trap... The gelato is really sweet, maybe a bit too much. I tried the bacio here, and still prefer the one from Gelateria Cremilla. You can choose to get the ice cream dipped in white or black chocolate.

Igor K.

There is a reason why people waiting in line to buy gelato here and not across the street or other places on the same street. It's very good and original taste without any artificial add ons .

Gigi E.

The mango gelato taste just like fresh mango! The lemon gelato is too sour. The chocolate fudge is so thick and rich. The line was long when i was there. Service is good. They gave you sample to try before we decided. It is a cute 'come and go' ice cream shop, no chair and table.

Tracy R.

Good value gelato, but more on the sweet side. I thought it was overhyped. There is always such a long line, we came around 8pm and waited 15 min to get to the front. For 5€ for two gelatos with 2 flavors each, this is good value. Because of the long line, I was hesitant to sample any flavors but they did offer that. We tried the pistachio and hazelnut gelato. The pistachio was good and creamy, the hazelnut was too sweet for my taste. I also got them dipped in chocolate in a waffle cone, which topped the dessert off nicely but made it messy to eat.

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Carmen L.

Have to try their famous flavor Frigidarium which I've not seen else where! There was a line but they moved fast.

Mango, and Frigidarium (their own flavor) and white chocolate (with Gianduja which is blend of chocolate and 30% hazelnut paste)
Farhat K.

Very solid gelato. There was a line at night around 11:30 pm when I went to get some before leaving Rome in the morning. I got 3 types to taste which were mango (good), frigidarium (good), and white chocolate with gianduja (my fav of the three). The guy taking my order was patient and nice even though there was a line which I appreciate. And it's a little shop so the ambiance was, get your gelato, and now leave lol. Would def come back to try their other flavors.

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George R.

It's a funny old world. There we were newly arrived in Rome from Trieste via 6 other countries, and surrounded by living signs of ancient history that gave us so much today. Even Monty Python posed on what have the Romans ever done for us - all right, but apart from the sanitation, medicine, education, wine, public order, irrigation, roads, the fresh water system and public health, what have the Romans ever done for us? Brought peace? So luggage deposited our friends got a reply text from their daughter in Scotland essentially ya gotta get to this place as it's the best ice cream ever and they coat the ice cream in choccy. Dutiful doting parents instantly did as instructed. Enter google (I guess) and location found I think he said pinned, so off we went past the tomb of the unknown solider - Tomba del Milite Ignoto - past the statue of the goddess Roma, the Basilica Ulpia, Trajan's Column, Basilica Papale di Santa Marie just to name a few for bloody ice cream. Yeesh. So the ice cream was very good indeed and fairly priced but the servings weren't over generous. There are no seats and you literally stand in a small space for cheerful service. I always have a cone never a tub. I mean a tub? I can't eat a tub. A tub usually brings a plastic spoon and our planet could forgo more plastic. The chocolate ice cream coating was thin. It slowed melting and was tasty. It wasn't the best ice cream ever. But we did each eat our weight in ice cream when we were in Rome and Trieste. Now where did we put those ancient monuments?

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orgasmic gelato. while you are there check out Abbey Theater. Tuesday/Thursdsay 1 euro tocos.

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I always went here when I studied abroad. They have the best (some FREE) toppings and gelato. Very reasonable prices! €2 gelato

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8 years ago

Best gelato on our trip, they had amazing flavors and were on a nice cobblestone road. Would definitely go back again

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8 years ago

Frigidarium Flavor remains the best gelato I've tasted in my life. I would fly back to Rome for just one taste of this gelato!

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10 years ago

I spent an entire 9 days in Italy piling gelato in my mouth. This was by far the best I had in all of Italy. Amazing...

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While the location seemed to be off of the beaten path, the delicious home made gelato was worth it!

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This is better gelato than Giolitti, and very reasonable price. The tiramisu flavor is excellent!

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11 years ago

Longest Lines but worth the wait! By far the best in all of Italy! Pistachio was my personal favorite. Would go back to Rome just for this!

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10 years ago

All gelato in Rome was good. This was extraordinary. Loved the shell of white chocolate on my lemon gelato.

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Best Gelato we had in Italy from a flavor perspective. quick service and a good price make it worth the visit.

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9 years ago

Don't let the long line force you away. It's worth the wait!!! Top two Gelato shops in all of Rome. Trust me we did a lot of tasting ....

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10 years ago

I agree with everybody else - their gelato is fantastic! Their eponymous flavor was my favorite.

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11 years ago

Wow this gelato is amazing!!! Visited this spot several times during my stay. Order the frigidarium with chocolate on top.

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AMAZING gelato. We went every night in Rome even though it was winter. Don't miss this!!!

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Hands down best gelato in Rome! Definitely stop here, the line is worth it!

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Gelateria alla Scala - Small Cup of Pistachio.

Gelateria alla Scala

4.4(36 reviews)
0.8 km•Trastevere
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GELATERIA alla SCALA in Trastevere is the kind of gelato stop that turns an ordinary walk through…read moreRome's most charming neighborhood into something unforgettable. Tucked along the lively streets of Trastevere, this little spot delivers gelato with genuine craftsmanship and flavors that taste as authentic as the city around you. The first thing you notice is the freshness. Each flavor looks vibrant--not overly piled or artificially glossy--and you can tell everything is made with real ingredients. One spoonful confirms it: the gelato is creamy, smooth, and beautifully balanced. The fruit flavors burst with natural sweetness, especially the mango and strawberry, while the classics like pistachio, hazelnut, and chocolate showcase that rich, deep, true-to-ingredient taste that only well-made gelato can achieve. Their specialty flavors are equally impressive--unique without feeling gimmicky--and everything is served at the perfect temperature so the texture stays silky, not icy. Portions are generous, prices are fair, and the cones have that fresh baked aroma that adds an extra layer of enjoyment. The staff is warm and welcoming, happy to offer suggestions, and patient even when you're debating between ten flavors that all look incredible. The atmosphere reflects Trastevere itself--relaxed, friendly, and full of character. Whether you're ending a meal, cooling off on a sunny Roman afternoon, or simply exploring one of the city's most spirited neighborhoods, GELATERIA alla SCALA is a sweet stop worth seeking out. A delicious reminder that some of Rome's best moments come in a cup--or a cone.

Nice and cute gelato shop in the Trastevere neighborhood. After lunch, I wanted a little treat…read morewhile strolling the streets and stumbled upon here. I got a small cup (€3) of pistachio flavor. It's nutty, creamy and a sweet treat.

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Gelateria Artigianale Corona

Gelateria Artigianale Corona

4.5(30 reviews)
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I had a food tour in Rome of family owned business' and this was my last stop. They make all of…read moretheir gelato in house and the owner was manning the store tonight. If you don't know what real gelato should look like check my photos. First it shouldn't be piled high into mountains. Secondly the colors should be natural. The banana and pistachio gelato in my photos are perfect representations. On to the tasting! My tour included one cone and I got two scoops of pistachio and licorice. We said our goodbyes to the tour and the gelato was so good I wanted more. We ended up getting an affogato and a few more scoops in a bowl the second time. This was very close to where Julius Caesar was assassinated so we walked over and checked it out. When done I couldn't resist and had to go back a third time as I really wanted to try the orange gelato. The owner laughed as he couldn't believe we were back again. The orange was so good! There was bits of orange skin and it tasted really fresh. When I'm back in Rome I will visit my new friend here at the Gelateria!

Can you visit Italy and not eat gelato? I couldn't do it. And so for the last stop on my food tour…read morein Rome, we ended here. I tasted the lemon and it was great but I settled on the peperoncino. Yes, gelato with spice. This was the right choice. Sweet, creamy and then POW! with a bit of zing at the end. Service was friendly. There isn't much space nearby for sitting so you'll get your gelato to go. [Review 19155 overall - 310 in Italy - 125 of 2023.]

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