This is the best gelato I have had since arriving in Rome two months ago. I'm a huge fan of creamy…read moregelato (as opposed to icy), so this hit the nail on the head for me. I got the pumpkin pie and caramel macchiato and they were a perfect combination. You can also get chocolate sauce poured into the cone and whipped cream on top. I highly recommend doing it all. Now I need to go back to try their crepes!

The best gelato I had in Italy. The entire menu is in Italian hut the staff were super nice in…read morehelping me pick a flavor. The coke was filled with caramel sauce (peanut butter consistency) which I could bathe in it was so good. I chose the chocolate chip and raspberry which were delicious and rich. It is located around beautiful scenery as you can see by the picture. There are only a few indoor seats and no outdoor seats. Highly recommend you give this place a try.

This was the last stop for our Walking Food Tour in Testaccio. Gelateria Brivido is the kind of…read moreplace that reminds you why Roman gelato has a reputation for artistry. Unlike shops that lean toward tourist-friendly novelty flavors, Brivido stays true to tradition -- you can taste the authenticity in every scoop. I ordered a small cup with these 2 flavors. Marron Glacé: It was the first time I saw this flavor OR maybe I just was not paying attention to it since my eyes go directly to pistacchio. This chestnut-flav gelato was a revelation. A sophisticated flavor that captures the essence of candied chestnuts. It's gently sweet layered with caramel and this is now my new favorite. Cremino al Pistacchio: A luxurious blend that balances the creamy richness of white chocolate with the nutty elegance of pistachio. It's a flavor that showcases Brivido's mastery of tradition. The texture is dense and smooth, a hallmark of true artisanal gelato. Btw, this is also the only gelateria that we've been to that offers fresh whipped cream or chocolate sauce topping. Verdict: Brivido is a gelateria for those who want the REAL Roman gelato experience. The Marron Glacé and Cremino al Pistacchio are must-try flavors that showcase why this spot stands apart from the tourist-oriented shops.

Amazing selection of traditional gelato flavors made vegan friendly without cream or sugar plus…read morewhipped cream made from coconut milk. Regular gelato is also available so stop by if you're in the area and support this small local business.

Great pastry and coffee shop. The customer service is awesome even though I didnt speak any…read moreItalian, the employees were very welcoming and helpful. The pastries are mini which is great because then you can try more. Had a latte with soy and it was perfect.

OMG - so glad we stumbled into this place in the rain on our last day in Rome. The Barberini pastry…read moreand the tiramisu pastry was great with a coffee. Beautiful bakery with Paris vibes. Run don't walk so you can eat more!

BEST GELATO EVER! Make sure you say yes to their whipped cream when they ask if you want it on top,…read moreit is some of the best whipped cream you will ever have. I ordered the pistachio gelato and it is the BEST gelato I have ever had. The portions and the prices are also very worth it!

Pistachio gelato is good stuff. It's got bits of nuts and pistachio paste. Also tried the chocolate…read moregelato which is quite deep. There are options for vegan gelato which I haven't tried.

This was probably the best gelato I had in my whole week in Rome. Super fresh and amazing flavors.read more

Authentic Gellato!!…read more So tasty, creamy but not too thick! Got the combo vanilla w/ lemon. There was a line but moved fairly quickly. You pay for the size you want then the next counter you pick your flavors! I got the small cup which was $3

Adorable old gelato location with good flavors and gelato! The first place where they asked if we…read morewanted to dine in which was pretty special! Would recommend if you are looking for an old school gelato spot :)

As with most things in Italy, when it comes to gelato, quality is EVERYTHING. Italians are masters…read moreof food and are very particular in the way things are done. For starters, 'gelato' is not the Italian word for 'ice cream.' It translates to "frozen" or "freeze". It traces its roots all the way back to 1565, and its invention is attributed to a Florentine, Bernardo Buontalenti. It differs from a North American version in that it has more milk and less cream than we are used to and no egg yolks. It is also churned at a slower rate and served at a slightly higher temperature. This all makes gelato denser and smoother than hand-dipped ice cream. Because there is less milk fat, the flavors coat one's mouth and seem brighter and more intense. Located in the San Giovanni district of Rome, my partner, our friends, family member, and I decided to go to Freddo, meaning "cold" in Italian, for some local gelato. The first step to finding top-quality gelato is where many tourists fall victim. Any gelato one's eating should not be piled up so high that it resembles a mountain. Look for flat metal tins, which may have lids on them. This establishment uses only selected ingredients to elaborate their classic flavors and unique combinations. In order to obtain a natural product, they don't use emulsifiers, preservatives, dyes, industrial flavors, or hydrogenated or refined vegetable fats, which some of us got some frozen treats. They were so creamy with many delicious flavors and the best around. Portions were healthy, and the price was comparable to the area. The staff was friendly. As one plans an Italian trip, remember that gelato is more than just a treat: it's an experience.

Wow. I got the flavor of the month (almond, fig and something else) and then the server recommended…read morechocolate and orange as a complimentary flavor and it was a perfect combo. The gelato was thick but not too sweet and the flavors were so good. I also love that they offer whipped cream without sugar. Disclaimer: had this when I was buzzing so not sure if it was the alcohol or the gelato. Maybe both? Guess I will have to come back when I am sober to check it out!

2nd Gelato stop for the day.. Also pretty good.. Not too sweet and not too strong of flavor…read more. Coconut and fruit blend was yummy. Milk chocolate was also very yummy.. Hazelnut was also very yummy.. Had good after taste flavor..

The best gelato I had while in Italy. We came back here multiple times. Both the flavor and the…read moreconsistency is perfect. I would especially recommend yogurt-flavor (don't knock it till you try it) and coffee-flavor. 10/10.

Stopped in here last night after dinner at "Must!", just down the street. They don't have a ton of…read moreflavors like some of the other, bigger places we've seen. However, the flavors were interesting (like raspberry and rosemary) and the service was probably the nicest we've had in Rome. The young woman who helped us spoke English very well and was patient while we figured out which flavors we wanted. We chose the limeade, dark chocolate, hazelnut chocolate, and pistachio. Four single-scoop servings came to just 8 Euro, which we find reasonable. Mine was delicious (hazelnut/chocolate). Great little place! I should add they also have espresso and coffee -- even decaf -- for a reasonable price. I think it was a Euro or two.

Great gelato and good service. What I love about this place is that they have a good mix of classic…read moreflavors as well as novel, unique flavors. For example, I got the almond and lemon gelato which was interesting to try as well as the classic flavor of stracciatella. The cone is a delicious waffle cone and the proprietor will top it off with un pocco panna if you like and even a waffle wafer! My only complaint is that the serving size is small in comparison to non-expat neighborhoods, but maybe that is a saving grace considering I have eaten gelato almost every day since I have arrived in Rome.

Many people have a favorite gelato place in Rome, and this is mine. There's this location in…read moreTrastevere, one in Centro Storico, and one in Monti. A decent gelato place has fresh, standard flavors like chocolate, pistachio, or stracciatella. A good gelato place has interesting flavors like lavender, basil, or pear. A superb gelato place, like Fatamorgana, combines multiple interesting flavors in *one* flavor. My favorite Fatamorgana flavors at the moment are: * Rose petals, violet flowers, and walnuts * Lavender flowers and wood strawberries * Carrot cake * Chestnut and myrtle ...I don't even know what myrtle is, but I know I like it.

We were introduced to this gelateria on our first night in Rome, via the walking Trastevere food…read moretour I'd booked for us. Our guide said this is his favorite gelato spot, owing to the creativity of flavors and rotating menu offerings. We liked it so much we went back once on our own. They were busy both times, with a line out the door, but the people working were friendly and patient (which was especially noticeable on our first visit, when a group of 10 tourists wandered in after a few hours drinking, eating and drinking our way through the town.) The did have some interesting flavor combos lined up for us to try, but I went with the flavors I craved. Everything was tasty and creamy, and the serving sizes were generous. They offered whipped cream on top of each portion as well, which we passed on, the gelato was yummy and creamy enough without the added cream. The shop is tiny (explains the line) but clean, and they do a good job of labeling each of the vats of gelato they have on display. Definitely a winner, and seemed to be quite popular with locals.