Great gelato! And solid coffee as well. Fun spot with a ton of seating…read more Enjoyed the hazelnut flavor but liked the Oreo cookies and cream a lot more.

Oreo Gelato (1/5): Really hate giving 1-star reviews but this was the worst gelato I've ever had…read more It wasn't very creamy and sticky the way gelato should be, and was pretty icy instead. The flavor was also pretty bad and left a bitter aftertaste. The portion size is big, but that's not a good thing when you don't want to eat it... (I also tried a bite of the mint chocolate chip and literally spit it out because of a weird fruity flavor mixed in.) RATING SYSTEM 5 - Great (Need to get this again) 4 - Good (Would get this again) 3 - Ok (Might give this another shot) 2 - Not Good (Won't get this again) 1 - Bad (Telling people to avoid this)

I had a great paleta experience here after seeing a movie. The line was short and the girl inside…read morewas nice. It was a funny situation because I guess pests are prominent in this area and there was a huge roach outside of the shop and the girl inside was scared of it coming in and so were we. It was a funny moment lol. It's a stall outside so it's just in the middle of the elements. The bug did not go inside but it just sat close by and we all laughed about it. Anyway, I ordered the cookies and cream paleta and devoured it. SO good. I hope that girl wasn't tortured by that bug after we left too.

I absolutely loved the flavor combos you can create at this place. I tried the strawberry shortcake…read morecombo papers. I highly recommend it if you're looking for a cool refreshing treat.

I love this place. My daughter and son love the pizza here as well. The ingredients are clean and…read morehigh quality. I saw them cutting a basket of fresh peaches for the peach pizza! There's all sorts options for pizza topping. Everything is so clean and modern. The staff are super friendly. Everybody ended up happy with their own pizza. I would definitely return.

I couldn't decide what I wanted so we drove around and we haven't been to Birkdale in a while so we…read morecame across this establishment and made a date night out of it. A gentlemen walked in and told us they had great pizza so that's all I needed to hear! The menu wasn't overwhelming and I could tell everything appeared fresh! We tried the Capricciosa Pizza and the cashier suggested I try the Emelia-Romagna Salad. Everything was so good that I can honestly say no more Domino's, we will be making the drive and ordering here from now on! I would definitely recommend ordering this pizza and salad! Everything was fresh and everyone was professional, asking if we needed anything. Food is definitely delicious!!! 1000/10 I recommend!!!

Everything is 100% gluten free including the cones and baked goods!! I wish there was something…read moresimilar in our area. My non-Celiac family LOVED the gelato and cones. Be aware, on our most recent visit we arrived at 7:55 pm because the website said they closed at 9:00pm. While we were ordering, we were asked to hurry because they closed at 8:00. It may be worth calling ahead to verify if you are driving to the area specifically for Artisen.

It's a quaint little shop with the most delightful owner. She was so nice at explaining everything…read moreand letting us try the different flavors. So what is it? It's an ice cream dessert, that is usually intense in flavor and creamy in texture, but does not contain dairy products, or substitutes, nor fats, gluten, nuts and derivatives, soy, eggs, colorings, or artificial flavors. Hello allergen free! The flavors were so full and delicious. And there were so many flavors to choose from. There were new fruits I had never tried in combinations like the Soursop in Twilight (combined with Blackberry). It was my second favorite only to the Limon which is a tart lemon. Not a fan of tart? They have sweet flavors too like Mint Chocolate and Brownie. The Blueberry Cheesecake is pretty amazing too! I think between my dad, sister, and I we walked out with like 7 pints. They've even opened up a location in Boca Raton, FL so we can enjoy it when we visit my Dad.

Really loved this place the first few times I went, but the gelato was completely melted my most…read morerecent visit! It was still tasty, but I was very disappointed to see as soon as I received my gelato that it was all goop. Not sure if it's a freezing problem, etc. - hope they can fix this.

Delicious gelato and super friendly staff! There is a great variety of flavors and a very welcoming…read morevibe! The peanut butter cup and salted carmel brownie are my favorite.

We stopped by Alino Pizzeria and had a great experience. We got the lunch special, which was only…read more$13 for an 11-inch pizza. We ordered four pizzas for the four of us, and it was more than enough food. The service was very fast, and the atmosphere was welcoming. The employees were friendly, helpful, and made the experience even better. They also have a great soda machine with lots of choices. They had my favorite, Mello Yello, and it tasted incredibly fresh. I also saw someone with a salad while walking by, and it looked amazing, so I'll definitely have to try one next time. I don't live in the area, but I'll definitely be back whenever I'm nearby!

Such a great spot! Big long communal tables, lively atmosphere, and great pizza. The pizza is HUGE,…read moreperfectly thin crust, and comes out so fast. We came on a Friday night and it was packed, and I was shocked how fast the pizza was ready. I also appreciate the small menu. Pick your classic pizza, and trust that it will be good. We got the sausage pizza and loved it. They also had a great looking selection of desserts! Would definitely return.

Me and my friend went for a nice treat after our lake day! It was delicious and very yummy!read more

Always a welcoming experience at Whit's. Delicious product; friendly, polite, and knowledgeable…read morestaff.

Staff was friendly. Very peaceful and beautiful with plenty of seating options. Had the Iced…read moreMountaineer Latte which was delicious. Everyone in my party enjoyed their drink.

The staff were very friendly and helpful and there was plenty of space to sit. The coffee was just…read moreokay though, there is definitely better coffee in the area. I got a plain latte and my husband got a flavored one and his was very sweet.

Oh my goodness, this was the cutest little ice cream parlor!…read more I was visiting Charlotte for my birthday weekend, and we were staying right across the street at the Marriott, so of course we had to stop by for dessert after dinner--and they did not disappoint! The atmosphere was adorable, the perfect little spot for a sweet treat, and such a fun addition to our birthday weekend. If you're in Charlotte, definitely check them out! You won't be disappointed.

On June 27, while my family and I were on vacation in Ballantyne, we decided to stop by Tifa's for…read moregelato after dinner. It was our first time visiting Charlotte, and after seeing that the shop was open until 11:00 p.m., we figured it would be the perfect way to end the evening. We arrived just a few minutes before closing, but since we only planned to order a couple of scoops of gelato, we expected to be in and out quickly. Unfortunately, the experience was disappointing from the moment we walked in. Rather than greeting us or welcoming us, the employee immediately said, "Hey guys, by the way, we close in two minutes." There was no hello or friendly interaction. As we ordered, one member of our party asked to sample a couple of flavors, and the employee seemed visibly inconvenienced. When I asked if they had caramel drizzle, her response was simply, "No," with no warmth or attempt to offer an alternative. I completely understand that arriving close to closing can be frustrating for employees, and we were mindful of the time. However, the doors were still open, the posted business hours indicated the shop was open until 11:00 p.m., and we were respectful customers who knew what we wanted and intended to order quickly. What was most disappointing wasn't that they were closing soon--it was how unwelcome we were made to feel. As first-time visitors to Charlotte and Ballantyne, this wasn't the hospitality we expected. Customer service matters just as much during the last few minutes of business as it does throughout the rest of the day. I hope this feedback is taken as an opportunity to remind staff that every customer deserves to feel welcomed, regardless of when they walk through the door during posted business hours.

You have to get the Gelati if you come here! It's half soft serve and half Italian ice. I got the…read moreOreo mud pie so Oreos pieces were also mixed in. They have mini to large sizes for any amount you'd like.

We ate here 4 out of the 6 nights during our trip. My kids absolutely loved this place and the…read morestaff was awesome!! Everything we tried was delicious, but our favorite was the strawberry shortcake. Highly recommend