New favorite gelato spot! I used to love Bacio, but lately it's gotten a little too sweet for me. This place is definitely tied with Venchi as one of my favorites now. They have so many flavors to choose from, and the staff was incredibly patient and friendly while we tried numerous flavors. I especially love that they have so many fruity and Asian-inspired flavors, which makes the selection really unique. Everything we tried was delicious, and it was absolutely worth the drive out here. read more

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This was a cute gelato place, they were very nice. The girl behind the counter was very friendly and patient with me, I tried a bunch of different flavors. The gelato itself wasn't bad I have just had better... which bummed me out cause this place is a lot closer. I will say my husband thought it was amazing... so maybe it's just me ‍ I would go again just for the convenience. read more

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Super friendly staff that didn't get annoyed at the us asking for multiple samples. I got the biscotti flavor which I knew was going to be a hit because there was a fresh batch next to the sold out one. It's rich and decadent and tasted more creamy than you would expect a gelato. read more

Ricco Gelato - Biscotti - Gelato Near Me - Ladera Ranch, California

Yummy small batch gelato made in house with an array of flavors! Plenty of seating inside and outside. Can pair your visit with a walk or picnic at the park close by. And what a great idea to offer family packs to go! The staff were very friendly and provided me with multiple requested samples. Perhaps I caught them during a busy day on an early Friday evening but I did notice that the space needed some care and maintenance. I visibly noticed ice cream on the walls and windows that desperately needed a wipe down. The floor at the front entrance was deteriorating. Just surprised to see this given this location is less than a year old. This certainly didn't take away from the taste and quality of service. read more

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I had come across this place on Instagram and I knew I had to try it out and we finally did on a Friday late afternoon. The gelato all looked so good and what was nice is we got to choose the gelato flavor for our affogato, it wasn't limited to what was listed on the menu. We tried the Biscoff cheesecake and loved it so we went with that option. They bring out the Biscoff gelato with the espresso shot and pour it for you. We got one to share and it was perfect for 2 people! The combination of the two flavors was delicious. We did say you have to get a good scoop of both if not all you get is coffee. Next time, we will ask if they can pour half and leave half for us to pour as we finish. Overall, such great place, super cute and the service was good! Can't wait to return! read more

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We LOVED Ricco Gelato so much!! The affogatos were so amazing and having the servers come pour the espresso made it feel like such an experience! We got the pistachio and toffee affogatos and three delicious gelatos flavors! This is such a special unique space and I already can't wait to come back! read more

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I think I found my new favorite affogato in Orange County at Ricco Gelato. Their gelato is incredibly creamy, not too sweet, and full of unique flavors. The Earl Fig especially surprised me I had never seen that flavor before and immediately took some home for my parents to try. The flavors I tried: Mango and Cream Ube Earl Fig Pistachio Gelato Affogato read more

Ricco Gelato - Pistachio affogato (IG & TT: @takeonefortheroad) - Gelato Near Me - Ladera Ranch, California

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Cute gelato place with unique flavors and fantastic quality! The interior is small and has little seating but outside has lots of bench seating. They have around 20 flavors. Hubby and I shared an earl fig and the pretzel. I loved the earl fig, had strong tea flavor with hint of fig, pretzel had a nice texture with peanut flavor. The employees were friendly, letting us try different flavors. Overall solid gelato place, would love to try other flavors my next visit! read more

Ricco Gelato - Gelato Near Me - Ladera Ranch, California

If you're looking for the ultimate Gelato experience, Ricco Gelato is your best bet! Superb customer service with patience of a Saint. Professional and highly friendly service!!! Hands down, the best gelato I've ever tasted!!! The flavors are unique with creamy goodness in every bite! I tried their Banana Split flavor, and it didn't disappoint! They've successfully captured the unique flavor of an actual banana split with cherry pieces into it! What a cute shop with fancy decor! This place is packed, especially in the Summer months! Highly recommended! I can't wait to return again and again! Many flavors to choose from with different options! You want or craving gelato??!? Trust me, this is it!!!! This charming shop truly delivers flavor!!! They don't accept cash, so be prepared to whip out your credit card! BEYOND 5 STARS!!! Enjoy in good health, Yelpers!!!! read more

We don't usually come to Ladera Ranch as we don't live in this area but we really enjoyed the gelato here! The place is really cutely decorated and the staff was super friendly letting us try several samples. I really liked my black sesame gelato which is a flavor you don't always find everywhere. There is ample seating inside and outside. I would come here again when I'm in the area! read more

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Subpar compared to Baccio di latte. Service was good but they would not allow me to drink my hot latte in a mug. They said only for affogatos. The gelato itself was not as creamy as it should be. The mango flavor tasted natural. It will do the job for little kids and teens but not real gelato lovers. read more

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There's a good variety of flavors and the space itself is nice. Overall, it's a great spot, and it was an enjoyable visit. read more

Ricco Gelato - Gelato Near Me - Ladera Ranch, California

This is a cute, small, and cozy Gelato store located in a plaza where you should come if you have a craving for something sweet or just for desserts! The interior is clean and minimal designs with few tables to sit inside and outside. Parking is free and easily accessible. The shop offers a wide variety of very unique gelato flavors as well as sorbets which they alternate through. The gelato was creamy, not too sweet, and the flavors were all combined well. All the flavors that we tried were delicious! They even offer affogato with specific flavors of gelato. Ordered the following: - Melon Jasmine Tea/Tiramisu - Ferrero Rocher/Black Sesame - Hazelnut Milk Chocolate/Caramel Biscoff Cheesecake - Pistachio Affogato The Melon Jasmine Tea was paired well and the tea did not over power (this was one of our favorites! The Tiramisu was not overly sweet and tasted more of a coffee side. The Black Sesame was not over powering and definitely a go to for black sesame lovers. Hazelnut Milk Chocolate was also a favorite! While trying the Pistachio Affogato you can really taste the nuttiness of the pistachio! Definitely all the flavors we had were all very good! Also the service was excellent! Really appreciate Jay's assistance as well as providing recommendations of what to try and explaining the flavors to us. Definitely will come back and try the other flavors that were not on rotation that day. Missed out on the Matcha and Jasmine Matcha flavors! read more

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Cute little gelato shop. So many interesting flavors. I loved their goat cheese with caramelized pecans + walnuts & their caramel salty peanut butter. Wow! Delicious! They allowed us to order smalls and still have two different yummy flavors inside. The server was patient and kind. We tried so many flavors before ordering. We will definitely be back. read more

Superb quality gelato, reminiscent of what I've enjoyed in Italy. This incredible little gelato shop offers a large variety of unique gelato flavors as well as several sorbets. They also offer some coffees and, if you choose to combine the two, affogatos. This shop is located in a large plaza so there's plenty of free parking. The interior, while small, has a few tables if you want to enjoy your gelato indoors, plus quite a few tables outside. Being more of a "cup guy" than a "cone guy," I ordered a regular-sized cup of gelato which allows 3 small scoops. I chose tiramisu, dark chocolate hazelnut, and cheesecake caramel biscoff. It was a rainy, chilly day so I also got a hot golden caramel latte. I sat inside and savored the deliciousness. The tiramisu tasted predominantly of coffee, not bitter yet not overly sweet. The dark chocolate hazelnut tasted exactly as the name implies. My favorite was the cheesecake caramel biscoff. Again, all three flavors were discernible...so good! Each scoop was fresh, soft, and creamy. My latte was made with pretty good espresso. The taste of caramel was faint in the background, letting the espresso flavor be front and center. Cool inspirational cup too. Although it's not in my nearby neighborhood, I'm certain to be a repeat customer. I love their gelato! read more

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To be fair, their gelatos are delicious, and i can generalize because i am just trying 4 flavors that i didn't ask for, and even those are good! I ordered online a family size pack and took my time selecting 4 different flavors among many that sound delicious and seeing several that are crossed out on a long list offered to their clients. Did they give me some other's order? Perhaps...no one asked for my name, so i assumed i was the only one ordering online at this time. NONE of the flavors matched my order...please, next time communicate with your clients if you ran out of a flavor, it's not good business to assume the client will be okay not finding any of the 4 flavors ordered. Customer services also counts. read more

If you're in Ladera Ranch and craving something sweet, Ricco Gelato is such a gem. The space is cute, clean, and perfect for a casual dessert stop after dinner or a little afternoon treat. The gelato is incredibly creamy and rich with that smooth, authentic texture you hope for. You can tell it's high quality from the first bite. I also love that they offer sherbets, which are super refreshing and fruity if you're in the mood for something lighter. And the affogato... so good. A fresh shot of espresso poured over creamy gelato is the perfect balance of bold and sweet. The warm espresso melting into the cold gelato makes every spoonful better than the last. Definitely a go-to dessert spot in Ladera Ranch. I'll absolutely be back to try more flavors! read more

Ricco Gelato - Gelato Near Me - Ladera Ranch, California

***Hidden Gelato Gem in Ladera Ranch*** What a great gelato store located in Mercantile West in Ladera Ranch. The location is in the old Z Pizza store right next to Joe's. They have so many different flavors to choose from, I had a time trying to figure out what I wanted. I opted for the Pistachio Affogato, dine in only. It was one of the best Affogato's that I've ever had. The presentation was beautiful. My husband opted for the toffee and Ferraro Rocher gelato in a waffle cone. The service was excellent. If you are in the area and are craving some gelato I would highly recommend you stop by. Food 5+++++/5 Service 5++++/5 Ambiance 5/5 read more

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I completely understand the 5 star reviews! We drove out to try this place after seeing it on Instagram and it was worth it. My husband and I both ordered the tiramisu and the toffee gelato and he also got the cheesecake flavor. My goodness it was so fresh and flavorful without being overly sweet. The tiramisu was the winner because of how delicate the dusted cocoa was and the coffee flavor. The toffee was great and the little pieces were divine. The girl helping us was so nice and let me try, basically, all the flavors (lol). The store has some tables inside and a welcoming outdoor area in the cute plaza. We really enjoyed our evening treat and can't wait to go back for the affogato. read more

Hands down the best gelato we have ever had! Everything at Ricco Gelato tastes amazingly fresh, and the staff is always so warm and friendly. My husband is usually a plain vanilla fan, but he branches out here and absolutely loved the salted peanut butter, cookies and cream, and pistachio. As for me, their sorbets are perfection--so vibrant and refreshing. It can definitely get busy during peak hours, but it is 100% worth the wait. A must-visit spot! read more

Great quality gelato- the flavors are so accurate to their names and the flavor profile is strong. They also allow samples and the workers are super nice and patient read more

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More than 29 miles from where I live but so worth it for the affogato. Smooth hazelnut flavored gelato topped with espresso. Not only were the flavors delicious, the presentation is impeccable. I could not find another place in OC that can compare! Will definitely be back! read more

Ricco Gelato - Best Affogato in OC! - Gelato Near Me - Ladera Ranch, California

Wow, this reminded me of Italy. The gelato itself is so thick and creamy, and the cup even comes cold to retain the texture. They were so friendly and let us try so many flavors. I mean I don't understand how this place hasn't BLOWN UP. 10/10 service and 10/10 gelato. Great interior decor and it's clean and nice. read more

Ricco Gelato - Affogato - Gelato Near Me - Ladera Ranch, California

We usually have to go down to Laguna to get good gelato, so glad this place opened up close to us. It's not like having it Florence but pretty close if you stick to the classic flavors. The more modern ones are good and interesting read more

Ricco Gelato - Banana split - Gelato Near Me - Ladera Ranch, California

We love this new gelato spot here in Ladera. They have 32 flavor options but will have only certain flavors each day. We love that they use cleaner/healthier ingredients as well. Our family makes it a treat to come in with the kids once week. They make fresh waffle cones in house too. The service is always wonderful! read more

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I can't stop thinking about the Biscoff cheesecake affogato. It was rich, creamy and perfectly balanced. Aside from the Biscoff cheesecake, I also liked the tiramisu. The texture of the gelato was perfect, as it did not melt too fast. Super friendly staff, loved that I got to sample a lot of flavors. Can't wait to come back. read more

Ricco Gelato - Biscoff affagato - Gelato Near Me - Ladera Ranch, California

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I didn't expect it to be THIS good. Every bite was insane Ricco Gelato, you've got a new fan. read more

Ricco Gelato - I didn't expect it to be THIS good. Every bite was insane Ricco Gelato, you've got a new fan. - Gelato Near Me - Ladera Ranch, California

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best gelato and great service! looking forward to getting gelato from Ricco's more often. i like that we can sample as many of the flavors we want read more

Ricco Gelato - cocco, fragola, mango & passion fruit tastes super tropical and amazing!!!! - Gelato Near Me - Ladera Ranch, California

Love this place you get million free samples prices are good gelato is super delicious and service is great you can also eat inside their cute restaurant read more

First time here! The gelato was very fresh, sweet, creamy, flavorful, and delicious. The people behind the counter were super friendly. I loved the Italian jazz music playing. There were plenty of seats inside. read more

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Delicious gelato and love the changing flavor menu! A cute and smaller shop but perfect for a quick treat! Will come again! read more

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Delicious! Lots of choices! Priced well! The young man at the counter on Monday was fabulous! He greeted us right away and suggested a couple of flavors to sample! Outstanding employee from hello to goodbye. This will be a regular stop for me, so happy we have gelato in Ladera Ranch. read more

They don't have 5 stars for nothing. Although most of you are not looking for exceptional service I thought I had to mention how good their service actually was. The staff were so nice, and let me try all the flavors I was interested in. I felt no pressure when deciding, and they even offered to accept my cash when I realized the business doesn't take cash. Their gelato is exceptional, and I really enjoyed all the flavors I had. If the manager is seeing this please give Jay a raise because they went above and beyond. read more

Best gelato I have ever had! Many usual flavor combinations too. And they have some dairy free options that are super creamy. No boring sorbet here! Love, love, love read more

Our first time trying Ricco Gelato in Ladera and it did not disappoint! We took our neighbor, Norman, out for a special treat on his 96th Birthday and not only did all the staff wish him a Happy Birthday, the cashier gave us a 96% discount on his gelato. It was seriously such a sweet and thoughtful gesture that not only put a huge smile on all our faces but it also made Norman's night! Shout out to the staff for being the heart of Ladera's one and only Gelato spot and for Ricco Gelato for having the best Gelato in Ladera! read more

Ricco Gelato - Special Gelato treat for Norman's 96th Birthday! - Gelato Near Me - Ladera Ranch, California

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So, you know how first impressions are so important, well, right when you walk it the vibe is so relaxing and vibrant at the same time and you are greeted with a friendly smile by the staff. I tasted several flavors and settled on the banana split. This is by far the best gelato I've tasted in the US and we always look for new gelato spots to try no matter where we are. Super creamy and true to the flavor. I'm from CDM and will absolutely drive to Ladera Ranch when I want gelato. So with the drive! Met the owner and he gave us a little history on how they started and it was very interesting and definitely not what we were expecting to hear. Stop by for a taste and to learn how they started for yourself. read more

The service was excellent. I had the vanilla affogato and I would have to say that It is the best one I ever had. The gelato was top tier. If you want great gelato drive out to Ladera Ranch and try the gelato you will not be disappointed. read more

Ricco Gelato - Vanilla affogato - Gelato Near Me - Ladera Ranch, California

Five Stars We checked out Ricco Gelato last night and were so happy to find this new spot in Ladera. It was our first visit, and it absolutely lived up to the hype. The gelato was delicious. Four of us ordered different flavors, and every single one was a hit. Creamy, flavorful, and clearly made with care. It is one of those places where you want to sample everything because it all looks and tastes amazing. Customer service really stood out too. The staff was friendly, patient, and genuinely welcoming, which made the experience even better. You can tell they are proud of what they serve and excited to share it with customers. We will definitely be back and plan to make this a regular stop. If you love great gelato and warm service, this place is a must try. read more

What an exceptional local Gelato. High-quality creamy great consistency. Love it my new favorite Great Service the staff went out of their way to accommodate and keep my Gelato cold while I traveled home.. read more

Great view gelato establishment in Ladera Ranch run run don't walk yummy. We needed a great ice cream shop in our area. This is by far the best. read more

Ricco Gelato - Pistachio and brown butter gelato OMG take me back to Italy - Gelato Near Me - Ladera Ranch, California