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).

Famous Chef Thomas Reviews: Dolcezza (Washington, DC)…read more The Famous Chef Thomas visited Dolcezza in Washington, DC, expecting a proper café experience, especially at the prices being charged. When a place is asking $4 to $7 for tea or a latte, there is an obligation to deliver something above the level of a bargain counter operation. Instead, the Famous Chef Thomas was handed a tea cup with the tea bag resting on top, wasting valuable brewing time and shifting the work onto the customer like some cheap do-it-yourself setup. That may be understandable at McDonald's for $1.79, but at Dolcezza it is unacceptable. At these prices, the worker should have already put the tea bag in the cup, added the honey, and served a finished product with care. Do not charge premium café prices and then behave like preparation is somehow the customer's responsibility. And to casually tell the customer that the honey is over at the stand only adds insult to laziness. Hospitality is not pointing. Hospitality is serving. What makes it worse is that this place has clearly declined from where it was when it first opened years ago. The standards are slipping, and it shows in more than one way. The table was dirty, and because this visit was early in the morning, that dirt had to be left over from the previous day. That is not a small oversight. That is evidence of poor closeout, poor maintenance, and weak attention to detail. Then came the final insult: too many bugs. The Famous Chef Thomas had to kill them or dodge them just to sit there, which made it impossible to enjoy the experience without feeling like he was in a battle against being bitten. A café cannot expect customers to relax, sip tea, and enjoy themselves while swatting pests away from the table. Dolcezza is charging as if it still deserves a premium reputation, but the service, cleanliness, and overall execution no longer support it. Premium prices require premium standards. The Famous Chef Thomas did not receive them here. The verdict: lazy service, dirty conditions, bugs, and a café experience that has fallen far below its old standard. The Famous Chef Thomas is not impressed

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.

The ice cream and gelato in these places doesn't usually vary that much, but the ice cream was…read moreunusually good. It had a sort of rubbery texture -- which might not sound great but it was. Go have dinner at Oyemel (very close), save some room, and grab an inexpensive and tasty dessert here.

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.

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.

Stopped in for a dessert gelato and it was best gelato I've had in a long time. It's creamy and…read morelight and delicious! I got a scoop of baccio and a scoop of croccantino (both hazelnut flavors, one with a little chocolate) and they were both amazing. Not too sweet, beautifully balanced. Got to try the pistachio as I was picking flavors and that was great too! The worker was very nice and patient as we picked out flavors. Some great tables to sit down at if you're stopping for a bit.

Had some gelato, it was tasty. There were several flavors to choose from that were pretty unique…read more It was very crowded, kind of like a working cafe. Pets are welcome on the patio. The music wasn't too loud, but you could work or was there.

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

Valentine's Day is around the corner~ and Dolcezza is offering new sweet February flavors for you…read moreand your loved one to treat yourself during this sweet month! I decided to swing by to the H Street location, so I could try the soft-serve as I've never had Dolcezza's soft-serve before (Not being available at all other locations yet). Here's all the new items for February that I got to try: Red Velvet Cake Gelato Passionfruit Mousse Gelato Red Velvet Sundae Passionfruit Sundae Passionfruit Szechuan Matcha Passion Matcha Soda Smooth, luscious gelato is calling your name, my favorites were the Red Velvet Sundae & Gelato, super tasty and rich flavors. The addition of red velvet cream cheese frosting + red velvet cake crumbs, really makes it taste like you're eating a cold but rich & SMOOTH helping of red velvet cake~ :) The Passionfruit drinks have two varieties: the Passionfruit Szechuan Matcha with milk, or the Passion Matcha Soda with soda water. I definitely enjoyed the Soda version more, it's not that sweet and more of a refreshing drink, I feel the flavors popped there and the milk version were a bit muted. Lastly I need to give a shout out to the staff, they are amazing here. So friendly and welcoming. As I saw them interacting with regulars & locals, the vibes were just warm and on-point, which is something we definitely need more of at these DC cafes during these trying times~

I had a great experience here and shoutout to Jon for making the experience so easy. I was able to…read moretry so many options. The Red Velvet Cake gelato is my favorite and I left with a pint of it. They have March specials going on: Banana Foster, Soft Serve Matcha, White Rabbit Sundae, & Grapefruit Campari.

This is an artistic extension of the Smithsonian experience. After all, it's a coffee shop in the…read moremiddle of the lobby of the Hirshhorn Museum & Sculpture Garden--one of most famous museums in the Smithsonian Institution and one of the most visited modern art museums in the US. It has an avant-garde vibe and curious furniture. The space itself, curated by Japanese artist Hiroshi Sugimoto, has an appropriate contemporary theme which echoes what's on display within. For example, right now there's a Basquiat & Banksy exhibit in the building. You get the drift. The biggest change is that the dark film that once covered the tall windows in the lobby is gone; all the sunlight that now comes in is quite lovely. This spot is a unique place to drink in some atmosphere as well as sip on fab coffee. The 2 huge, half-moon glass coffee tables with pedestals of gnarly wood serve as absorbing focal points. Dolcezza is a smart vendor to be featured here; they have top drawer java, skilled baristas as well as matching prices. Sometimes it's packed, other times not. Yeah, there's a bit of a safety check to get in but no more than what's required of any world class museum.

Dolcezza is a subpar cafe with the only benefit of being conveniently located inside the Hirshhorn…read moreMuseum. They were quite busy in the morning hours, but the line moved quickly. I was able to observe the baristas making the drinks and the quality seemed inconsistent among individuals. Milk was poured heavily. I ordered the coquito and it was practically milk instead of the expected Puerto Rican eggnog. The coffee was brewed weakly, so I was dissatisfied by the lack of fragrance and caffeine. It needed more warm spices and a nutty base to justify being one of the most expensive beverages on the menu. I would not visit Dolcezza again, even though it was convenient. I would rather walk nearby for a decent cup of joe.

The service was friendly and the shop we cute. I ordered a mocha which was ok, it needed a little…read moremore mocha flavor. I tasted the mojito sorbet (which was delish) and the stracciatella gelato - the item I'm coming back for when it warms up!

I had a lovely time stopping here for a quick sweet treat before my concert at The Anthem. It's…read morelocated at a far end of The Wharf and wasn't too busy on a Tuesday evening. My friend who used to live in Baltimore told me her and her mom loved Pitango. She is gluten-free and pretty much all of their gelatos are gluten free. They also had a large selection of dairy-free options too. It's a tiny shop, but there are what feels like over 20 flavors to pick from. The person who was working there was extremely kind and let us try whatever wanted. I tried the dark chocolate and bacio flavors and ended up choosing those as my gelato for the evening. The smallest cup was a regular and came out to able $9 with tip. There was a lot of seating options outside. I'd recommend this spot for a sweet treat.

Prior to opening, years ago, they were promoting themselves on the street. My friend and i…read moreapproached so excited that a bar was opening on this side of town The owner literally laughed in our face and told us that in Italy everything is a bar. And that was the first of many rude experiences we had. Months later we decided to check it out but we literally were told to not come inside because they were taking photos. Not asked. Told. We tried again. Stood inside and were completely ignored. It wasn't busy. I'm not sure who they cater to but, it's not me. I'd never try to go here or to their restaurant next door. Absolutely rude.

Went on a coffee date. Quick service. Delicious latte. No complaints. Great experience…read more I'd love to come back in the AM and try a dessert.