We read that is one of best gelatos in Bologna so we had to try it. It was worth the detour!…read more The shop is bright with a minimalist decor. It was very clean. There is a list of gelato flavors on the wall. It was hard to choose but chocolate is my go to. The chocolate was rich and super chocolatey! The pistachio was also very good. We were waited in fairly quickly with only one other customer in front of us. It pays to get gelato on the winter-no lines. The store had high top tables to stand at or seating upstairs.

Long line but goes by quick and worth the wait. Big fan of the granitas here, super refreshing on a…read morehot day. Pompelmo rosa and almond were my favorites. Pompelmo rosa gelato super refreshing too, you can taste the pulp and seeds of the real fruit. Tourist/English friendly. No seating so most people were standing and eating inside/outside. A must visit in Bologna!

Bologna is the epicurean capital of Italy. So when I've had all the required dishes, tagliatelle…read moreala bolognese, Tortellini in broth and Lasagne, it was time to hunt down the most delicious Gelato in town. All my sources pointed me to Cremeria La Vecchia Stalla, or in english, The Old Stall. I always start with Pistacchio. This is the standard by which I judge all gelato. I had the Pistacchio di Bronte and underneath the Cioccolata Extra Fondente. The flavor jumps out and it has little bits of granular pistacchio in it creamy and delicious in its own right, one of the best I have had in all of Italy. But the dark chocolate that came later was intense. Rich and a perfect compliment to the pistachio. A great combination. Staff were excellent and very friendly. If in Bologna this is a must for Gelato, you will not be dissapointed

This place is super busy, small and expect long lines that go by rather quick. A kiosk lets you…read moreplace your order, then the counter staff gives you your gelato as ordered. The gelato was delicious and creamy and served with a waffle cookie that stays crisp.

One of the most popular gelato spots in Bologna, but I thought Cremeria Cavour was better than this…read moreone. I appreciated how they had a lot more unique flavors, and I chose the speculoos and the classic pistachio. I thought the texture of the speculoos was a bit underwhelming and the flavor wasn't that precise either. The pistachio was solid, but nothing super memorable. either.

We walked past this gelato place, and in the name of science, we needed to test some flavors. This…read morewas the best gelato we found in Bologna, but the flavors were not quite as authentic as what we had in Florence. However, it was still very good and the staff has exceedingly friendly and helpful. I even was able to see them making the gelato in the back room. I would recommend this place for you to do your own scientific testing. There was no seating inside or outside, which would have been helpful as our gelato melted.

Pretty typical - good and quick service with some seating. Nothing really stood out but still…read morequality gelato.

I came in to get a drink after walking a bit. I ended up sitting in their bar for a bit for a rest…read more They have a small room where you can see them making the gelato. I ordered a glass of fresh orange juice. One of the best I've had. So good i didn't take a pic. Also got strawberry gelato. It was delish and so refreshing. The service was quick. She was helping a customer, acknowledged me and said she would be with me shortly. I was willing to wait and not rushed. Thought was nice of her to do that.

This sorbetteria has been here since 1994. I could taste the experience in the single flavors or…read morethe composed combination flavors. The Ciocolato fondante is a dark bitter chocolate that should be a jump start to everyone's day. The chocolate is strong and incredibly smooth. The pistachio is true to the nut. It has a natural color so don't expect a bright green. The Dolce Emma made of Ricotta cream and fig caramelized in honey and lemon was my ABSOLUTE favorite. All the patrons that come in are mesmerized by the list of flavors. There is a lot to read. They offer gluten free, lactose free, sugar free and vegan options (!). Definitely a gelateria that you need to visit while in Bologna. The service was great! The staff member was really nice to allow me a taste of several flavors before I made my choice. Gelato taste: 4.5 stars Service: 5 stars...my server spoke some English Ambiance: 5 stars (a beautiful shop and outdoor seating too)

Nom nom nom. What a great spot. Huge portions and great prices. Tried strawberry, pistachio and…read morechocolate hazelnut. Each one was the best gelato flavor of its kind I've had. Impeccable. Wish I lived in this city. Will be back before I leave

Surprisingly disappointing. There is a lot of really good…read moregelato to choose from in Bologna. Like, a *lot*. This, surprisingly, is not one of them. Or, to be a bit more precise, sample all the gelato, and if you find one with the right texture/flavor, go for it. But be sure to sample, because quite frequently the gelato is older and/or crystalline, which is basically a waste of your money. (Then again, the good stuff *is* good, so if you can't be bothered to walk to the next good gelateria...)

Giancarlo (owner) is the Italian nonno I wish I had. He speaks a little bit of English, but we both…read morespeak gelato fluently so it worked out. We stayed in Bologna for two nights, and we went here both nights. We've been fortunate enough to make this our fourth trip to Italy, so let's just say my husband and I have eaten our fair share of gelato. The shop is clean, bright, and modern while his prices are reasonable. I think it was 2.50 euros for a small and you can get two flavors. My favorite thing about this gelateria though is that he doesn't just do gelato. There are two fridges worth of delicious gelato ice cream sandwiches, cakes, gelato bars, etc. I actually go to gelaterias for the gelato made treats rather than gelato itself. I liked everything I got, but I was especially wowed by the orange cake. I'm not a big citrus-flavored-dessert person, but this had me wanting more. It was light and reminded me of a creamsicle--yum! If you're lucky, you will get to meet Giancarlo who has a welcoming smile that makes you feel better to be supporting his gelateria.

I'll be honest this wasn't one on my list to try however I'm so glad we did. Being American it's…read moreintimidating to order when honestly Italian is not something I'm good at. Anyhow the service was nothing short of wonderful. They welcomed us and walked us through the whole thing. This gelato was so creamy, smooth, with the flavors being on point. Prices I thought were very reasonable considering what it was and compared to the US. Don't hesitate to try even if they say it's a chain.

Going to venchi in Italy is like going to Panda Express in China... overpriced and not that good.read more

Delicious ice cream, friendly service! There was a nice bench where we could sit outside and enjoy…read moreour ice creams. Totally recommend!

Friendliest Italian I've met all week. Delicious gelato with many flavors. Off the beaten path but…read moreworth the extra steps. Owner works the shop. Nice selection of flavors and some that others don't offer. If I'm in Bologna again, I'll be back.

Most amazing gelato!…read more I only spent 1 day in Bologna which was the worst day of the trip, but this gelato place was the highlight. The flavors were strong and not too creamy.

Fabulous gelato. Small place with no real seating. Friendly staff. Gelato is not piled up for…read moretourists -- it's thick and delish. I definitely recommend.

Friendly, classic, and average. It's been around forever,…read moreand it's one of those places where they remember you, what you like, etc. That said, taste the gelato before ordering - there's nothing *bad* here kind you, but it's also not memorable either. But, if you're in the 'hood, and don't feel like walking further south to vecchia stalla or something, you could do worse...

I had a layover in Bologna and had been craving some gelato, I ran into this place and was drawn by…read morethe outdoor seating which was nice. I grabbed some gelato and it cost me around €4 which was decent for the taste of gelato. It wasn't my favorite but it was the perfect thing I needed for a hot day. They also accept contactless payment which includes Apple Pay, visa which was nice especially for tourist. The lady serving me the gelato was patient and even recommended me some flavors. The only reason it is not a 5 star is because I got a really bad stomach ache afterwards for some reason after I had the gelato.