Although I have tried my fair share of funky flavors, I have never come across as many unique and…read moregenuinely tasty options as those at Carmen's Italian Ice. Calling the selection good would be an understatement. Flavors and styles lined the walls, and they have even introduced seasonal spring drinks alongside their custards and Italian ice. I ordered a gelati, which came with two flavors and the option to add a warm brownie in the center. They also offer prepackaged pints to take home. The only item that could not be sampled was the not fried chicken, their iconic Shark Tank inspired creation shaped like a chicken leg, where the novelty lies more in the form than the flavor. Some flavors had intriguing names like Tiger Blood and Midnight Fantasy, and the staff were more than happy to explain each one in detail. *Midnight Fantasy: featured a chocolate base mixed with chunks of brookie. It leaned heavier with a slightly grainy texture from the cookie pieces, but the chocolate itself was not overly sweet. It worked best when paired with something lighter. The brookie itself was well balanced, with a fudgy brownie component and a cookie that had a snickerdoodle like quality. *Mango Italian Ice: had a clean, fruity flavor and a smooth texture. It was not overly icy and paired nicely with the custard on top. *Honey Milk: was my favorite of everything I tried. The honey flavor came through strongly, both in taste and aroma, while the milky richness added a smooth creaminess. It paired beautifully with the Italian ice and balanced the richness of the Midnight Fantasy. *Spring Break Soda: was an interesting take on a Sprite style drink, with kiwi syrup, blue raspberry syrup, grenadine, and cold foam. It definitely delivered a sugar rush. There was a tropical feel, but it may be best suited for those with a serious sweet tooth. There is likely something for everyone here, and the friendly service makes it easy to find your match. While I would probably skip the sodas, the Italian ice and custard stood out for their quality.

On a hot day, we stopped at an Italian ice shop and tried coconut, mango, pineapple, and strawberry…read moreflavors. They were all very good, but the mango stood out as the best. The staff was friendly, and the prices were reasonable. The shop had adequate seating inside and didn't seem too crowded. A great way to cool off.

La Gelatteria is definitely a gem! My favorite sandwich is their Cuban sandwich-it's absolutely…read moredelicious! I've slowly been trying different items on their menu and I haven't been disappointed yet. Everything I've tried has been so good! The staff is always helpful, quick, and friendly. They're great at making recommendations, and I've always have a positive experience. The venue is on the smaller side-but they offer indoor and outdoor seating. The space has a cute aesthetic. The overall vibe is great, cozy, welcoming, and relaxed.

Instant hit. I…read morevisited per recommendation from friends and local business owners and they were right. The coffee here was too darn good. I was undecided if I wanted a hot or cold coffee so I chose both. It worked out because they were very tasty and unique. The baristas knew what they were doing . This is a place to work remotely or a casual coffee and conversation. There are food options as well that I'll review on my next visit. First impression 5 out of 5. Pro tip parking is at the real of the building and not paved fully. There are steps you'll have to decent to enter. Otherwise you'll have to walk in the main entrance around the street side of the building which is ADA accessible.

This business is well-known in the area and their flavors are authentic. This is a family owned…read morebusiness. They've been in business for many years. They are a pillar in the community, rooted and established and an institution. Highly recommend all of their flavors services. Great conveniently located next to Camerons Off of Rockville Pike. It is a special treat to stop here and to be able to enjoy your ice cream al fresco so special.

Love the variety of flavors available! Everything I've tried has been delish!…read more The 1/2 and 1/2 single scoop is a generous portion. Staff is friendly! It can get a little busy and parking sometimes might be tight. But it's worth it.

I was in the area on a Sunday evening when the Seasonal Matchas sign grabbed my attention.... great…read moresign placement and advertising because it worked with getting me through the door. I had seen Dolcezza before during my many visits to Bethesda, but I have never been a big fan of gelato. I had no idea Dolcezza also served drinks. The staff were friendly and greeted me when I entered. There were a handful of people in line, but it moved quickly. I foolishly stood in line for gelato without knowing I could have went straight to the drink counter to order my drink there. The Blueberry Lavender Matcha tasted just as delicious as I imagined it would based on the image on the sign. The ingredients were fresh and flavors all complimented one another. I would definitely come back again to try more drinks, especially if they were just as good as this one :)

Unbelievable. I…read morethought I've had gelato before, had it in NYC, in upscale malls in the Middle East and this has reset all of it. Now I have my Northstar bite of gelato and know what to compare others against until I have it somewhere in Italy. Pistachio and hazelnut, a scoop each were fantastic. This is really a great spot to cool off on a hazy humid evening in DC after dinner. A service was fantastic and really has a quick turnaround on all the food. Definitely well worth the visit.

Overall: incredible ice cream, super kind service, they offer tastings and sell pints, cute…read moreambiance, looking forward to returning

Cute handmade ice cream shop off the pike. They do offer samples. They have a ton of creative…read moredelicious flavors, I got the super oreo which was awesome. Cute shop vibes with some seating and decent enough parking. The staff are so welcoming and friendly. Always happy to support small local businesses

We love Mikes gelato! The gelato is quality and has some fun flavors. They are always at the hot…read moreevents either with their truck or push carts. Recently the truck came to my block because a neighbor had them park there. It was so popular they ran out of gelato! That's how good their product is. The service is also quick and they are happy to give samples, which is good when their menu is slightly different every time. Also follow them on insta. They usually have some fun specials or different products around holidays.

Attention dessert lovers in Ellicott City and Columbia, MD! Are you craving something sweet? Look…read moreno further than Mike's Gelato! Indulge in his incredible, creamy Artisan Italian ice cream that promises to take your taste buds on a delicious adventure! Don't miss out--check out the link to find out where the gelato truck will be parked next. Treat yourself today! Service- Always excellent customer service. The gentleman was pleasant, and helpful with recommendations. I opted for the cookies and cream. Ambiance- A great opportunity to be outside @mikesgelato https://mikesgelato.com #pickyapproved #pickyfoodieapproved #icecream #gelato #columbiamd #ellicotcitymd

We were looking for a cool treat on a hot summer day, so Fantastick's came to mind. I think they…read moreare under new management. The selection of flavored pops has dramatically decreased from 4 cases to 2 cases. They did increase their assortment of frozen gelato in the tubs. But, we were looking for the cool pops. Service was good. There was a bit of a language barrier between the person behind the counter, but he was trying his best, and everything worked out for the three of us. Another, difference was in the charges, each time you add a topping or dip to your pop, there is an additional charge. Our frozen pops were delicious. We enjoyed the flavors and the toppings. We will definitely be back for more.

Came to redeem a free fantastics. The Indian kid with glasses said I couldn't have Oreo dust on my…read morefantastics. The kid needs more training and should learn business. He said it was because they didn't have small fantastics for the redemption. I hope he is not a manager or is training the others to do the same because it's bad for business. They're gonna throw out the Oreo top.

Great service and ice cream! Perfect for a sweet cold treat while in the area. They offer a nice…read morevariety of flavors. Just be sure to pack a little patience especially when it's nice out because the line can take some time to move along if there are a lot of people.

This is a cute walk up spot to grab gelato on a hot day. After shopping in the area, we decided to…read morecool off with some gelato. They have a small menu but what they have is delicious. I got coconut while my husband had mango and coconut. It was yummy and refreshing. There is a bit of seating but not all is shaded so you may be sitting in the hot sun.

This summer I tried a bunch of different ice cream places around the DMV and Florida, and I have to…read moresay this place surprised me the most! There's such a good variety of flavors, and everything I tried was delicious. I especially loved the Ube ice cream -- definitely one of my favorites I've had this summer. The staff, Ellie, was very sweet and welcoming as well. I'll definitely be coming back to try more flavors!

I am sad to leave this review this is only in reflection of the amounts given for the really high…read moreprices. The vibes are cutie the ice cream is delicious but I can't justify paying these prices anymore unfortunately

My favorite ice cream place!! I love that it's not too sweet, and the service has consistently been…read moregreat. Also, the ice cream doesn't make me feel gross after eating it. I like buying pints here and freezing them at home for a harder consistency, but it's good to eat on the spot too. If you get pints to go, make sure the wax paper doesn't stick to the ice cream.

So many different flavors to choose from, including both vegan and non-vegan options! I tried about…read more4-5 flavors before deciding, and the staff member was so nice and patient while I figured out what I wanted. I ended up getting half-and-half in a small cup, which I believe was an extra $1, but totally worth it! Everything was really good, and we'll definitely be back. The only thing I'd mention is that when we first walked in, the employees were talking about cleaning different things and making sure everything was up to "Sarah's liking because she's been dogging them". They weren't necessarily doing anything wrong, but I think they should just be mindful of keeping those conversations a little quieter, especially when guests are within earshot. Otherwise, we had a great experience!