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Pica / Alberto

4.8 (17 reviews)

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Rice Gelato please...
Keith H.

Get the rice gelato! It's the best and I promise you won't regret it! I got a medium just full of the one flavor and still wanted more! Really great environment and nice places to sit.

Straciatella
Lauren P.

This was probably the best gelato we had while in Rome. I don't know if it is because the place was less touristy and felt more authentic, or if it was because of the creaminess of the gelato. I think it is definitely worth a visit while in Rome. They had a ton of different flavors, but straciatella was amazing. My husband had the lemon sorbet and it was really refreshing and tangy. The people behind the counter didn't speak much English, but enough for us to order and enjoy.

So, the Google Map-ing for Rome is a little tough, but if this is the same place, it's called Alberto Pica and is just off the #8 tram on the edge of the Trastevere neighborhood in Rome. From the Monte Verdi neighborhood, take the 8 toward Torre Argentina, and get off the stop before the river. Cross the street, and you'll find this place tucked in a few paces back off the main road. This Place Does Not Mess Around With The Gelato. Holy shit. Plenty of places that are really bright and colorful and almost Japanime-looking all over Rome have gelato that is... fine, not bad by a stretch, but likely something you could find in the states. ("Blue Ice" is one of these bright, mediocre places that has chains all over Rome.) However, Pica Alberto is a fully legit artisan gelateria, full of mostly old dudes who don't speak a word of English. PRO TIPS: One, get the rice pudding, combo'd with chocolate if that's your thing. I found that getting a smaller size (the 2.50 euro size at this place) was perfect and allowed me to eat gelato whenever I pleased (read: almost every day) without feeling guilty about the caloric intake. Second best flavor is the cinnamon rice pudding, paired with vanilla or chocolate depending on your taste. Two, if you're unfamiliar with how it works over there: order first, then pay at the end of the room at the cashier. Three, if your Italian is lacking: "Posso avere un gelato" is the rough translation of "Would it be possible to have a gelato", and then you can point or rough out the price size you'd like, and then read the flavors off the signs. BEST BEST BEST BEST BEST.

Pistachio gelato made by the gods
Meg C.

Okay, real talk here: It's a rare thing that I don't like gelato. It's also a rare thing that I can say I've had the most delicious gelato of my time on earth as a human. I tried the pistachio, sugar chestnut and rice w/ fresh whipped cream and an espresso on the side and I basically died. This stuff is fresher than fresh, sweeter than sweet, fluffier than a freaking fluffy ass cloud. The establishment is your traditional no-frills Italian ice cream bar but the gelato is quite the opposite. I will be back!

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So unique. The rice gelato here is very different and worth going here for. pica alberto

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The rice gelato was indeed fantastic, I would gladly have more right now if I could.

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“The first time my husband and I went to Alberto Pica we both had the riso alla canella, that became my husbands favorite.”

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Frigidarium

Frigidarium

4.6(638 reviews)
0.7 km•Centro Storico
•€

This was our second visit to Frigidarium, our first was on a previous visit to Rome several years…read moreago. In that review I warned gelato keeps melting even though it is covered in a chocolate shell. This time when I received my Black Cherry with a chocolate shell, I quickly took my photo and broke into my treat. Still got a little messy on a particularly hot day, but not totally out of control. Even eating quickly I really enjoyed my gelato with those broken pieces of chocolate shell. This previously very popular spot had no line this time, good timing for us. There is no seating so expect to be eating on your feet. We looked forward to a return visit and they did not disappoint.

My husband and I had dinner at a pizza spot adjacent to Frigidarium, so we couldn't help stop by…read morefor dessert. I remembered it also being highly recommended to me by one of my friends. Frigidarium had a small storefront with room for a few guests at a time. Our timing was lucky, because we had arrived ahead of a big crowd. When I ordered and looked over my shoulder I saw that the line was snaking around the corner. Service was fast though, so people were in and out considerably quickly. I ordered the Frigidarium flavor and one that looked like a berry vanilla swirl with chocolate bits. I'm sure my mouth dropped when they asked if I wanted white chocolate, milk chocolate, or whipped cream at no additional charge. Based on the flavor palate I got white chocolate that becomes a hard shell when poured on. Loved everything about my gelato. I enjoyed both flavors with the white chocolate, and I got a bonus chocolate cookie from the Frigidarium flavor.

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Frigidarium - Amarino Cherry + coconut. Lemon.

Amarino Cherry + coconut. Lemon.

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Gelateria alla Scala - Small Cup of Pistachio.

Gelateria alla Scala

4.4(36 reviews)
0.6 km•Trastevere
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GELATERIA alla SCALA in Trastevere is the kind of gelato stop that turns an ordinary walk through…read moreRome's most charming neighborhood into something unforgettable. Tucked along the lively streets of Trastevere, this little spot delivers gelato with genuine craftsmanship and flavors that taste as authentic as the city around you. The first thing you notice is the freshness. Each flavor looks vibrant--not overly piled or artificially glossy--and you can tell everything is made with real ingredients. One spoonful confirms it: the gelato is creamy, smooth, and beautifully balanced. The fruit flavors burst with natural sweetness, especially the mango and strawberry, while the classics like pistachio, hazelnut, and chocolate showcase that rich, deep, true-to-ingredient taste that only well-made gelato can achieve. Their specialty flavors are equally impressive--unique without feeling gimmicky--and everything is served at the perfect temperature so the texture stays silky, not icy. Portions are generous, prices are fair, and the cones have that fresh baked aroma that adds an extra layer of enjoyment. The staff is warm and welcoming, happy to offer suggestions, and patient even when you're debating between ten flavors that all look incredible. The atmosphere reflects Trastevere itself--relaxed, friendly, and full of character. Whether you're ending a meal, cooling off on a sunny Roman afternoon, or simply exploring one of the city's most spirited neighborhoods, GELATERIA alla SCALA is a sweet stop worth seeking out. A delicious reminder that some of Rome's best moments come in a cup--or a cone.

Nice and cute gelato shop in the Trastevere neighborhood. After lunch, I wanted a little treat…read morewhile strolling the streets and stumbled upon here. I got a small cup (€3) of pistachio flavor. It's nutty, creamy and a sweet treat.

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Gelateria alla Scala
Gelateria alla Scala

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Gelateria Artigianale Corona

Gelateria Artigianale Corona

4.5(30 reviews)
0.2 km•Centro Storico
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I had a food tour in Rome of family owned business' and this was my last stop. They make all of…read moretheir gelato in house and the owner was manning the store tonight. If you don't know what real gelato should look like check my photos. First it shouldn't be piled high into mountains. Secondly the colors should be natural. The banana and pistachio gelato in my photos are perfect representations. On to the tasting! My tour included one cone and I got two scoops of pistachio and licorice. We said our goodbyes to the tour and the gelato was so good I wanted more. We ended up getting an affogato and a few more scoops in a bowl the second time. This was very close to where Julius Caesar was assassinated so we walked over and checked it out. When done I couldn't resist and had to go back a third time as I really wanted to try the orange gelato. The owner laughed as he couldn't believe we were back again. The orange was so good! There was bits of orange skin and it tasted really fresh. When I'm back in Rome I will visit my new friend here at the Gelateria!

Can you visit Italy and not eat gelato? I couldn't do it. And so for the last stop on my food tour…read morein Rome, we ended here. I tasted the lemon and it was great but I settled on the peperoncino. Yes, gelato with spice. This was the right choice. Sweet, creamy and then POW! with a bit of zing at the end. Service was friendly. There isn't much space nearby for sitting so you'll get your gelato to go. [Review 19155 overall - 310 in Italy - 125 of 2023.]

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Gelateria Artigianale Corona - Watermelon gelato

Watermelon gelato

Gelateria Artigianale Corona - Orange Gelato

Orange Gelato

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Pica / Alberto - icecream - Updated October 2026

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