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    Lulu's Gelato

    5.0 (37 reviews)
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    Key lime dairy free gelato, taro tea boba, store front
    Paige R.

    I would consider this a must try for those in Gainesville/Newberry! I was met with a very friendly welcome and free samples!! The dairy free keylime gelato is delicious and smooth as if it were made out of milk. Great treat on a hot day!

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    Simone M.

    If you're craving some sweet and light, make the drive to Lulu's Gelato! My mom and I had been having a craving for some sorbet and gelato and had heard amazing things about Lulu's. Since we live in Archer, the drive to the Jonesville/Newberry area was not far. Once you pull into the location, you will see it's a small cart in between to a plant nursery and a meat market but inside the cart you will see two of the most lovely and friendliest owners. Since I had been scrolling through the reviews, I knew that the Lulu's mango was a popular option and decided to indulge and do a scoop of that and a scoop of lemon blueberry sorbetto. My mom picked the passion fruit sorbetto and picked up the pistachio gelato for my dad. I opted for the lychee cherry topping for my treat. Let me tell you, the reviews were right, this option was everything and then some. The gelato is very creamy, and not too sweet at all. It transports your taste buds to a mango island and you can tell it's not artificially made. The lemon blueberry was tart but delicious and a great component to the Lulu mango. These treats are hand crafted and made with love and there's a great variety of flavors and toppings. My parents enjoyed their gelato and sorbetto as well to the point where my dad wants to go every weekend now. The prices are very reasonable and they offer a variety of treats like boba floats, banana boats (banana sundae), and bubble waffles. Please go support this local business, you will not regret it!

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    Gregg P.

    Small little Gelato, Italian Ice spot tucked away on the way to Newberry situated right next a small tropical plant spot. Been wanting to stop here for some time.lots of flavors. They also do Boba Teas and Biegnet's too!!! But only tried the Gelato this visit. Decent sized cup for 5 dollars. We didn't put any toppings on . Friendly folks run the spot. They have small tables outside you can sit at.

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    Ann Marie G.

    Wow! We spotted the Lulu's food truck at 4th Avenue Food Park and enjoyed pumpkin spice gelato and sea salt caramel gelato.

    Black sesame and Thai tea
    Rina I.

    Cute little Gelato shop right outside of Tropical Roots plant nursery. I love their Thai Tea and Black Sesame flavor! They will let you try some sample of their other flavors but those two flavors will be my go to. Owners are super friendly and helpful. Outdoor tables are available. Highly recommend these affordable and delicious cold treats.

    Lydia P.

    Truly a hidden gem!! My friend and I discovered Lulu's as they were a vendor outside of Tropical Roots plant nursery. The owners are super sweet, humble, and lovely to talk to. They really make their gelato with so much love and care. They were very generous with their samples, my friend and I loved the taro, mango, and sesame flavors. Super creamy and great flavors that remind me of home. Will definitely be visiting them a lot in the near future.

    Michelle S.

    I absolutely love Lulu's. We have been so many times. You get a free cup after 5 visits! I had even made an instagram post about them a while back saying the following: "We've found lots of hidden gems here in Gainesville, but one I especially love is Lulu's Gelato!! @lulusgelato is AMAZING hand-crafted Gelato that will melt in your mouth. I am so glad we stubbled across this little gelato stand one day. It's family run and the gelato is handmade it's only $7 a pint when at the mall it's $14. They didn't pay me to say this, I just wanted to share this with y'all. I am BLOWN AWAY by the hazelnut chocolate gelato and the butterfinger so good. Next weekend is the last time they'll be selling gelato until next year, so we're going to STOCK UP! You have to preorder for next week ! You won't regret it #supportsmallbusiness " Now I wanted to say: one other thing I love about them is that they donate their tips to great causes. These people are so sweet and have great hearts. I am looking forward this weekend to going and tasting their amazing gelato and donating to Ukraine .

    Lulu Mango (full size) and sea salt caramel latte (kids cup)
    Alayna J.

    Lulu's gelato is a sweet, family run business that parks their truck next to Affordable Vet in Jonesville and sometimes the downtown farmers market. They are incredibly nice with a great product. They have many flavors including some non-dairy and sorbet options. Their star is the Lulu Mango. Any form of dessert that comes with sweetened condensed milk on it can't be beat. The mango chunks on top were extremely ripe and sweet. I have also had their avocado, sea salt caramel, and pineapple mango sorbet. Those were all very good as well. Their prices are very reasonable. A single scoop "kids cup" is only $3 and a standard size two scoop cup is $4. This is a little cheaper than other gelato places I have tried. They also offer a rewards punch card- one free gelato after purchasing five. If I'm being picky, I would like to add that I personally wouldn't consider them actually gelato. Their recipe may be that of a gelato rather than an ice cream, but something in the texture and density doesn't reflect that. Don't get me wrong, this is a fantastic place. But if you are looking for something that not only tastes great but feels like gelato, you probably won't want to make the trip to Lulu's. Overall Lulu's is a little gem. If you happen to be close by, they are a fantastic treat. They conveniently park next to the Arepas Milko food truck so you can grab both dinner and your dessert in one stop. I will happily continue to purchase their gelato whenever we are nearby.

    Mayra B.

    Quite a drive from where I live but worth it. I've heard great things about this tiny little gelato and sorbet place. I asked about a flavor I think it's was called mermaid something and was quickly offered a taste test . I wanted a more tangy and sweet balance so I got piña colada and lulu mango. Also got sorbet on the side . Very rich flavors and so creamy and smooth that I have found myself coming back again and again.

    Mango Gelato
    Melanie O.

    Lulu's is so adorable. It looks straight out of a Target magazine! And their prices and flavors are absolutely wonderful! They have so many flavors and also sell Italian ice! For a kids size at $3 and a regular for $4, these are definitely cheaper compared to the other competition! And they also include a complimentary topping! My favorite is the mango gelato which comes with mango chunks and a "special sauce" that is absolutely delightful for a Gainesville summer day! It also comes with a waffle cookie too! I love Lulu's and will definitely come back to try other flavors!

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    Gloria H.

    For the price, the portion and quality of the gelato is too generous. The owner is very good humored kind and let's you sample whatever you want. Gelato comes with unique complimenting toppings that make the visuals instaworthy as well. We got the papaya and mango flavor and it was both creamy and refreshing. The cherry on top was the mood and atmosphere of the place. It's an overall great experience to come with friends, a date, and/or family to stay for a while. Only wish I knew about it sooner:)

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    Great place to get tasty sweet cold treats Prices are Great and deserts are very good

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    Lulus is the best gelato in town. The owner is hardworking and gracious and I hope the business thrives in the years to come.

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    Arepas Milko

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    4.9
    (59 reviews)
    5.0 mi
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    The original food truck, stands outside, but step inside and you'll find indoor seating.
    The original food truck, stands outside, but step inside and you'll find indoor seating.
    Tequeños - traditional Venezuelan cheese sticks perfect fresh fried golden crunch and comes with an addictive green sauce.
    Tequeños - traditional Venezuelan cheese sticks perfect fresh fried golden crunch and comes with an addictive green sauce.
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    La Dolce Vita Gelato & Pastry

    4.8
    (60 reviews)
    41.5 mi

    La Dolce Vita Gelato & Pastry is one of those rare gems that doesn't just serve dessert - it builds…read morecommunity, connection, and genuine joy with every visit. From day one, the owner has made us feel welcomed, remembered, and truly part of his world, and that level of hospitality is something you can't manufacture. It's real, and it's why this place stands out. The gelato is on another level entirely. I've traveled, tasted, and tried gelato in major cities and abroad, and nothing (absolutely nothing) compares to what's being crafted right here in our growing Ocala. The flavors rotate constantly, keeping every visit exciting and perfectly matched to whatever mood you're in. Each batch is rich, smooth, balanced, and made with a passion you can taste. We've never left with a single regret, only smiles and that satisfied "this hit the spot" feeling. And honestly, the gelato here deserves worldwide recognition. It's that exceptional. But what truly elevates La Dolce Vita is the owner himself - someone who cares deeply not just about his shop, but about the people who walk through his doors. His pride, kindness, and consistency have created a place that feels like home for so many of us. Ocala is lucky to have this treasure. Thank you to the AMAZING owner who has poured years of heart into serving this community. This is a must‑visit, a must‑return, and a place that continues to set the bar for what great gelato (and great hospitality) should be.

    It's got to be me...with all the rave reviews, I was so excited to try dessert from La Dolce Vita…read moreGelato and Pastry. I just don't understand why everyone but me is raving about this place. My friend went in to order sfogliatelle and a black and white cookie. He said the woman behind the counter was a bit impatient with him as he was looking at all the pastries and actually shook her head in frustration. I took one bite of the cookie and couldn't eat it. Both it and the sfogliatelle had a musty taste, though my friend said the inside of the shop didn't smell musty. I wanted to be one of the ones to rave about this place. Sadly, I cannot.

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    4.0
    (45 reviews)
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    I constantly crave this place. This is one of my top restaurants in Gainesville, and I take all of…read moremy friends here at any given chance just to eat their empanadas. They're truly the best I've ever had, and the wait for them, no matter how long it takes, is always worth it. My friends have tried their arepas as well, and I can say without a doubt this restaurant is incapable of making bad food. The front of house worker/(not sure if he's the owner but maybe owner) is an incredibly kind and sociable man. He always greets me warmly anytime he sees me, and it's always such a pleasure to interact with him. There's plenty of tables to sit, and an easy and approachable order-counter. If you're going (which you should be), I highly recommend the ground beef empanada with their garlic aioli sauce and spicy chili paste. I've never had any of their desserts, but they look amazing too! Love this place. So much. If you're going, please get me an empanada. 10/10, top tier in Gainesville.

    I liked this place. It was not busy when I was there and got to talk to one of the owners. I was…read moreimpressed with personal dedication and involvement. They make food from their homeland which is made using family recipes. But I was there to try their ice cream since it used to be an ice cream place. I also wanted to try their crepes. So the obvious choice is an ice cream crepe with banana, strawberry, and a ton of ice cream. It was cooked fresh in front of me (thankfully not one of those cook ahead and reheat places) The crepe was enjoyable but average and a little too crispy. The ice cream was disappointing, average ice cream regional supplier, definitely not home made. I may go back and give the crepes one more try, ice cream nope. Also curious about the rest of the menu.

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