This place is super underrated and should never be passed on if someone said "How about a sweet treat?" A small local, Woman-owned gelato shop that has a wide selection of flavors including Asian flavors. Some of my favorite flavors are Matcha, Pandan(highly recommended), hojicha and persimmon. They also have different flavors that change everyday as well. Perhaps a sweet treat everyday? The inside of the store is small but there are tables outside for you to sit and enjoy your small cup of Pandan with waffle crisp. The price is very reasonable and is definitely better than other dessert spots in Tempe. Overall, I rate this place a nice 88/10. :-) Adam Nguyen Copyright 2026 - All Rights Reserved. read more

This tiny gelato shop in Tempe serves up big flavors! We had a little bit of a hard time finding it since it is located in a little suite but there was ample parking on a weekend. No seating available inside due to space but some cute seating outside on a mini patio! I was amazed at the amount and variety of flavors they had (especially the Asian-inspired flavors). Staff were kind and provided good recommendations. I tried a sample of the white chocolate Sakura gelato but the matcha gelato eventually won over my heart. My boyfriend got the rose rugosa, which was sweet and had a floral taste, if you're into that! We will be back to try the other flavors. Of note, we didn't realize that we could put two flavors into one small cup, so we each got one small cup with our preferred flavors. Had we known, we definitely would have shared one small cup w/ two flavors, as the staff definitely put a decent portion of gelato into each cup that made it difficult for us to finish on our own (even though it was scrumptious)! read more

Jelato88 - Matcha gelato - Gelato Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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Ok first off... run, don't walk. This place is lowkey fire. Straight-up hidden gem vibes. We walked in thinking it'd be a quick treat stop... ended up taste-testing half the menu. The staff was mad cool about it too... chill, funny, actually cared what we thought. That's rare. Every flavor was fresh... bold... not that weird artificial sweetness you get at chain spots. You could tell they actually make their gelato here. Craft. Intent. Love. But the pandan? Game over. Soft. Fragrant. Not too sweet. Just that right kind of creamy where your eyes roll back a little and you stop talking mid-sentence. Might be the best dessert I've had in Arizona. Real talk. And I'm from L.A. We have options... this place still stood out. Got a free sticker too... random but made my day. The shop itself is tiny... but cute as hell. Think streetwear cartoon studio meets mom-and-pop energy. It's colorful... fun... but doesn't feel corny. Just good energy. The owner? Solid. You can tell they're building something special. No ego... just hustle and flavor. This spot needs to go viral. It's giving... Hello Kitty got a jelato plug in Tokyo Drift. read more

Welcomed with warm welcoming. Always the best creamery. The flavors are delicious!! Pistachio this season are delicious. read more

Jelato88 - May 2026 flavors - Gelato Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

This place is unbelievably good. I love that they have a lot of Asian flavors too. Everything is made in house. The owner was really kind. They're a small storefront with only enough space for really one party at a time. There are tables outside you can sit at. You can sample flavors there. Highly recommend the Pandan, it was my favorite! I also got the Matcha and Pistachio. If you get a big cup, you can get three flavors in one. You can tell their gelatos are made with high quality ingredients. They weren't overly sweet too. I highly recommend and can't wait to get some the next time I'm in town. read more

Jelato88 - Flavors on 12/28/25 - Gelato Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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Jelato88 is a small local gelato shop that has a wide selection of flavors, including Asian flavors. Service is great and the owner is friendly! I've tried the pandan, persimmon, and dahongpao - I definitely focused on trying the Asian flavors, especially since they were more unique. The persimmon was more of a mild flavor, and it reminded me more of sweet potato rather than persimmon. The pandan and dahongpao were so lovely - they were my favorite. Dahongpao is a type of oolong tea and the gelato tasted like a rich milk tea - SO good! I would say the price is on par with specialty ice cream/gelato spots. You can get your gelato in a cup with a waffle cone chip or in a waffle cone. The shop itself is small but there's some seating outside. The flavors rotate every 1-2 weeks, so get your favorites while you can! read more

Jelato88 - Persimmon and dahongpao - Gelato Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Stumbled upon this searching for desserts and wasn't sure what we'd find. The ladies were kind, patient while we made or decision, and helpful when picking flavors. My favorite was the ube. I'll definitely be back! read more

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I love this gelato spot. Their flavors are so unique! We went last night and they had their seasonal dulce de leche and gingerbread man - sooo good. I personally loved the black sesame and pandan. It's so nice to finally have an Asian-flavored gelato shop. The sweet Asian man who owns the place is always super friendly. You can sample up to three flavors per cup before choosing your flavor. We wanted to try the ube, but it was sold out, so that just gives us another excuse to come back soon! The inside of the store is small, but there are tables and seats so you can enjoy your gelato outside. Overall, such a delicious little spot. read more

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I got durian, Pandan, and coconut cloud. The flavors taste as advertised and are good. Unfortunately, the consistency is more melted than creamy before you even step outside into the brutal heat. This place has a lot of potential if they can improve the creaminess and thickness of the gelato. Otherwise, there are other places to get Asian ice cream flavors, even in the supermarkets. Service was good. It's a very cramped spot with hardly space to stand in. Not fun to wait outside if it's peak hours and super hot. read more

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I was more impressed with my encounter of them at first fridays and other festivals than when at their physical store when asking about their product tbh I was surprised how little they knew about why Jelato was special. Though I love the varietal concept and how they've decided to market their product with community events like first Fridays, it was disappointing to only get to sample the Sakura White Chocolate and then be told we weren't going to be able to order any bc it was still too frozen. Everything else about their gelato is exactly as delicious as when you'll find them out and about - and they've also got 25% off coupons for their next door neighbors at The Chill Room Kava bar which was pretty neat since I'm all about live music and karaoke I also love that they let you split two flavors in the single small cup bc of how indecisive I can get with all their creative flavors. It smells like absolute heaven when you walk in so be warned you will want to order lots of their waffle wafers (so light and crisp!!) a definite next time request since it was hard to have just one! read more

We ordered the Biscoff, Panam, Matcha, & Pistachio. We enjoyed every bite. The consistency was light and the flavors were refreshing. I'm not a super sweets fan so it was nice to have options that satisfied each taste bud! Even the wafer isn't too overpowering. There was a line when we arrived which was 30 min to close! Service was fast, friendly and the inside was kept clean with upbeat music in the background. It's a great treat for anytime! read more

Totally loved this place! When my friends and I arrived, there was no one in line but after a few minutes the line behind us grew to about 10 or so people. The inside is very very small. We were a group of four and we barely all fit to order. The employee quickly came out to greet us and give us the 411 on the different flavors. She also offered and gave us samples of any flavors we wanted to try. We ordered: One pistachio One Biscoff One Ube / pistachio One pandan / strawberry The gelato was delicious! All flavors were unique and had a yummy creamy consistency. We sat outside at one of the two tables that was available until we finished. The decor / art is very fun and inviting, I will be back! read more

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It's such a cute little shop! It's small, but the flavors that they make in shop pack are booming on the palette. You do not have to wonder if you'll taste the flavors. They are definitely there. They even let you have tastes. I tried the persimmon flavor and you can taste the sweet fruit flavor in there. Same when I tried the dark chocolate, which had flakes of chocolate in the gelato. And the pistachio was the BEST pistachio ice cream I've ever had! The lady there was so nice and also told me that they have new flavors coming in and out of the shop every month. I'm excited to see what they have the next time I go. read more

Jelato88 - Pistachio - Gelato Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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Definitely did not disappoint! This is such a cute shop! You're greeted warmly, and they offer a great range of flavors. My personal favorites are ube, black sesame, and matcha. The flavors are spot on, incredibly fresh, and absolutely delicious You won't regret stopping by they also have special flavors that rotate, which keeps things exciting and fresh! The ladies are super friendly and welcoming, and they really make you feel comfortable. They're the type to encourage you to get that third flavor because it's that good and you deserve it! I love this place and will definitely be back to try more flavors! read more

Jelato88 - Gelato Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Such a cute tiny hidden gem! We happened to stumble across Jelato while on that side of town looking for dessert and glad wr stopped in! The gelato is so fresh and light! The Asian inspired flavors are so unique! Bummed the blood orange was sold out but a reason to try it next time! Definitely recommend visiting to keep cool this summer! read more

Jelato88 - Vanilla & Dark Malt Toffee - Gelato Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Pro-tip: You can Zelle to save money on the fee. They let you sample here! Highlights: I'm an avid ice cream/gelato/soft serve eater and nothing excites me more than great Asian flavors that you can usually only find in Asia or big metropolitan cities. I loved their variety and from the ones we sampled/bought, I thought they tasted great and I liked the texture. My favorite is by far the white peach oolong. The service is also really good, they are so patient and offer samples. And lastly, it's one of the best utensils I've gotten for ice cream. Lowlights: It's definitely a little pricier. They don't have a ton of seating, which I imagine will make it tricky during summertime. read more

Jelato88 - Trio of white peach oolong, black sesame, and white chocolate Sakura - Gelato Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Small place with many delicious gelatos. This place smells like freshly made waffle cone. We love every flavor we tried. I like that they have real strong tea gelato and many different types of tea to choose. They are addictive but we could be awake all day long. The pandan and ube are creamy and lightly sweet. There is a small table in the font that we could sit and enjoy the gelato. read more

Jelato88 - Ube and pandan - Gelato Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

I am disappointed in myself that it took me this long to try this gelato spot when I live literally five minutes away from this hidden gem (literally, it is tucked away in a tiny plaza). It is dangerous for me and my wallet now that I have access to this little sweet treat so close to my apartment. Walking in, we were greeted with warm and bright yellow colors with the cutest art on the walls. The shop is filled with personality which I love! The owner is so sweet and she explained to us the rotating range of flavors which are handcrafted in house everyday. We sampled almost all of the flavors and we loved them so much, my boyfriend and I decided to do one small cup and one large cup so we could have a little bit of each one. We each got a scoop of the white peach oolong (we loved this one), along with a scoop of black sesame (best black sesame ice cream I've tried), pandan (the flavor is STRONG), and salted egg (incredible and unique). We were also able to sample the jujube & ginseng which was so interesting but the flavor was SPOT ON - it brought back childhood memories. I never thought such a place would exist in Arizona and I am rooting for her success! I will definitely be frequenting this spot and already planning my next visit to try all the new flavors. Please come support this Asian female owned small business! read more

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What a cute shop and the gelato is fantastic! The signage promising unusual gelato caught my attention and I had to check it out. I'm so glad I did! The store is tiny with a couple of tables out front and filled with really fun art on the walls. Owner Jessie was running it and told me she makes all the gelato and the recipes, and the art. She was really nice and obviously passionate about what she does. I tried the black sesame and pandan flavors and ended up getting those along with ube. So delicious! I had a hard time deciding which was my favorite between the pandan and the black sesame. She changes flavors often and you can check the menu on her Instagram @jelato88_ read more

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If I could give Jelato88 eighty eight stars, I would because this place deserves its own gelato constellation! Tucked into a super tiny space with BFE ( big flavor energy ), Jelato88 is possibly my new favorite small-batch artisan gelato shop in town. Every flavor made me want to high-five the person churning all that magic behind the counter. So smooth. So creamy. So dreamy. Featuring super fun rotating Asian-inspired flavors that include: Black Sesame, Jasmin Tea, Blood Orange, Pandan, Ube, White Peach Oolong, and Cherry Blossom. There's also classic flavors like vanilla and chocolate, too. And there's usually at least one sorbet. Flavor menu is constantly evolving and rotating so there's always something new to try. No gatekeeping this one because everyone should be enjoying these tasty scoops this summer because it's just that good. read more

Asian gelato. Everything's incredibly delicious and made in house including the waffles. The flavors are regularly rotated out so if they run out, it's onto the next! It's a small space rented out in one of those salon suites, so it's mainly take out unless one of the two patio sets outdoors is open. The owner is very sweet and patient with samples. I love anything tea flavor and they don't disappoint! read more

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Jelato88 is a cute gelato shop featuring a lot of Asian flavors. Not enough space to eat your ice cream inside, but there are a few tables right outside. Really nice owner; you can sample up to three flavors before ordering. The Dubai chocolate flavor had an unappealing gummy texture, making the crunchy bits stuck to my teeth. However, the "chocolate" part of this flavor really saved the whole experience. Super creamy and a really nice flavor. read more

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Excellent gelato! The owner is super nice and informative and the spot is cute. There aren't many tables but the flavors are unique and excellent. The flavors change weekly. Highly recommend and can't wait to come back! read more

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A new hidden gem in Tempe Gelateria that serves atypical flavors. Mostly Asian flavors but can easily please a crowd. It's located in a corner of a plaza but inside is colorful, gives off a mad scientist vibe. Lol. You get to try 3 flavors each. The flavors do rotate every week per the sweet lady that helped us but I loved the selection of tea flavors as well as conventional flavors. For example, I had the Phoenix (oolong with lemon) and Earl Gray. Both are tea based but so unique and delicious. The cost is similar to other gelato spots. Now also on my list of must come back and recommended spots. I look forward to it! read more

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Why did I not come here sooner?! The shop is very tiny but you're allowed 3 samples. The service is very friendly and most importantly, the flavors are so delicious. I ended up getting pandan and orange blood sorbet. The flavors are so unique, not too sweet and just hits right. I can't wait to come back and try other flavors! read more

Jelato88 - Pandan and Blood Orange Sorbet - Gelato Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Super cute gelato spot that has Asian inspired flavors! The store is very small and has no seating indoors, but there are a few tables outside. They make the gelato in house, you can actually see it churning. I love that they offer samples and we were able to try out some before ordering. The gelato has a great texture and good sweetness. The worker was very nice and let us try his favorite as well! ig: @cravingswithcat read more

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This is one of the best gelatos I've had in Phoenix. I loved the asian flavors, they let you try three samples. I got Phoenix which was a citrusy oolong tea flavor and it was SO yummm. The tea flavor was strong and the gelato wasn't too sweet. My sister got the dubai chocolate. She said it was more chocolatey than pistachio but was still really good. Only downside is there's no indoor room or seating which is kind of tough if you want to enjoy it in the summer in Phoenix. We ended up eating it in our car which was pretty hot, but at least the ice cream helped to cool us off. read more

Jelato88 - Phoenix (oolong tea) and dubai chocolate - Gelato Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Gelato Fact: The first gelateria was opened in Paris. Francesco Procopio dei Coltelli, a Sicilian fisherman, built the first gelateria in Paris in 1686. He called it Café Procope and sold gelato and coffee to Voltaire and Rousseau, among others. The cafe is still open today, so pay it a visit when you're in Paris! I was talking to the lovely owner, Jessie, on Instagram and decided I need to pop in. She's so friendly and sweet and you can tell she has a genuine love for her product. A gelato shop with Asian flavors? YES PLEASE! This is a super cozy spot so grab your cup of gelato and head on outside to enjoy. They make all their flavors in house with a rotating weekly special. On my first visit, I got a small cup of half jasmine and half rose. It was a delicious cool treat. I also tried the pineapple and the oolong, which were also quite tasty. Everything was creamy, flavorful, and not too sweet. It's everything you want in a cup of gelato. Five-stars! What a great local gelato shop. Wishing Jelato88 much success! read more

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Amazing new gelato shop with Asian-inspired flavors! They change the flavors every Friday. All their tea-based flavors are excellent and strong. We tried Pu'er (my favorite), Rose Rushan (floral and creamy), matcha (you can tell they use premium matcha), and iced tea. It was really hard to choose because they were all so good. They also have sorbet flavors like lychee. You can choose up to 2 flavors in a small cup, or up to 3 flavors in a big cup. The owner was super sweet and was happy to let us sample different flavors. Just a heads up--the shop itself is small, and there's no seating inside. read more

Jelato88 - Inside - Gelato Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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A wonderful new gelato shop with natural ingredients, premium flavors, and (dare I say) the coolest gelato spoons I've seen yet! Jelato88 offers a handful of frequently rotating flavors, including a stunning collection of Asian tea gelatos. We were lucky to score the last bit of the Tie Guan Yin special for the night--which is a smooth oolong with a slightly bitter taste at the end--as well as the floral Jasmine (my favorite!). Both were strong and taste exactly like top-quality teas. The Real Coco is a great classic chocolate gelato that's perfectly rich. The shop is small, so they definitely sell out--the interesting lychee and beer flavors were gone by 7pm Friday--and there's no seating. However, the owner is so incredibly knowledgeable and kind, providing samples, through explanations, and great conversation. Fantastic service. I highly recommend and will return! (Please keep in mind Jelato88 is closed Thursday and Zelle/cash are the preferred payment methods.) read more

Jelato88 - Gelato Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

So good! The store is very tiny, but she offered everyone samples of any flavor to try. It's homemade and churning right there in front of you. The perfect treat after a Cubs Spring training game! The server was so sweet and wonderful. read more

Jelato88 - Pistachio gelato - Gelato Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

We tried one of the best gelato's in town here!! the flavours are so unique and rich and they pay so much attention to the details for their quality !! Jessy was so kind and helpful! We will for sure be coming back read more

Jelato88 - Gelato Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

A small quaint little shop that can be missed so easily. Happened to randomly check this place and what a surprise this place turned out to be. They have amazing flavors, super sweet folks ready to help and very interesting on the palatte. They have unique flavors like biscoff, yuzu, black seaseme, Sakura and white chocolate, oolong and many more. You can do 1, 2 or 3 flavors too. I went with ube and Lychee. But the Sakura was really interesting too. I'd highly recommend this place if you're looking for some great Gelato! read more

Jelato88 - Ube and Lychee Sorbet - Gelato Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

This small space is not to be overlooked because it was big with flavor and the owner is so nice! The flavors change often and really enjoy the different sorts of Asian flavors that aren't as popular. Like ube, pandan for example, it is not too sweet which is perfect. Loved the friendly vibe and paintings she had! Would go again ! read more

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My new favorite and obsession. The gelato is the perfect texture and in combination with the Asian style flavors it's turned this non-dessert person into an enthusiast It's a pretty hole in the wall feel place with parking difficult on a bumping Friday night. No matter, it was all worth it. I absolutely crushed the pandan, and black sesame flavors. I also had the jasmine and I love the perfect amount of sweetness to body of flavor each had. They have flavors on rotation so it might be best to check around on there socials to see what's available. Had I waited I might have been able to try there durian flavor. The person who helped us with samples was very nice. Cash and zelle is preferred. read more

Love the rotating flavors that are always on point and interesting. I have yet to sample a flavor that I didn't like. Definitely try the tea-based flavors because they always hit. The owner is super kind and welcoming too! read more

If comfortable seating areas and bold flavors are too intimidating for you, then look no further because I've got just the place. Tempe's hottest clickbait is Jelato88. Located on the lower west side of a haunted parking lot, this place has EVERYTHING - graffiti, claustrophobia, and even a human currency exchange! What is a human currency exchange, you ask? It's that thing where a little person behind the counter takes your money and exchanges it for bland ice cream. Local food critics had this to say: "Wtf?" "How?" "Uhm, who are you?" There you have it, folks. A tiny shop serving up even tinier flavors. So come on down and sample their simple delights. As long as you keep your expectations super low, you won't be disappointed. It's at least worth the Instagram selfie. 5 stars for the vibe and because they're a local business, and 2 stars for flavor. But other people love it so you should definitely try it for yourself. TL;DR - Vibe is super cute, but the flavors are extremely lacking. Very bland 'gelato.' read more

What a great addition to our sweet treat rotation! I'd heard about this place but didn't really know where it was until we drove by on the way to dinner. I made sure we stopped on the way home. You can tell good gelato by the containers... and this stuff is good gelato. Extra points for the gelato being mixed right in front of you as you order. The flavors are subtle and nuanced or bold and creamy depending on which one you choose. I loved the chocolate and Biscoff flavors. I will absolutely get the Panda flavor next time because just a taste of it transported me back to eating ice cream in Japan. There's only a few tables outside so plan to eat in your car in the summer. read more

Gelato is made in house, texture wise it's very soft and creamy. The Sakura and white chocolate flowery flavor was light and a nice complement the biscoff's creamy flavors available. Would come back again. read more

We tried the gelato here. It was good. I love that everything is made with all natural ingredients and in-house. It's a bit expensive for what you get read more

Jelato88 - Vanilla Chocolate - Gelato Near Me - Tempe, Arizona