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    Romolo's Cannoli

    4.6 (917 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Claudia L.

    Finally came in the area to try Romolo's Cannoli! I used to live in Boston and ate Bova's a lot, so after moving back to the Bay Area, I desperately missed cannolis. Found them through someone else's TikTok and decided to go try! They had a seasonal pumpkin filling in addition to the original and chocolate fillings, so I opted to try the original and pumpkin. The worker was very kind and made suggestions for toppings when I asked. I got the original shell with pumpkin filling and toffee topping and an original filling with chocolate chips. The store was super cute too! I was the only one in the store, so it was definitely on the quieter end, but the ambiance of the bakery is so cozy and warming that I'll definitely be back if I'm in the area. Definitely also want to try the tiramisu! Note: parking is a little difficult if you're trying to score along the street Romolo's is on, however surrounding neighborhood might have some available spots!

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    Alison V.

    Super fresh, tasty cannoli with great service. I love that each cannoli is made to order, with lots of customizations. My favorite is chocolate dipped shell + original filling + toffee.

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    Sarah L.

    This is how a cannoli should taste. We stopped in on a Friday evening just to try the cannoli--and wow. We ended up getting two: one traditional, one pistachio. Both were incredible, but the pistachio one stole the show. Perfect shell crunch, creamy filling that wasn't overly sweet, and the pistachios gave it the right nutty balance. The traditional one? Also spot on. Classic, fresh, and satisfying. Service was friendly and helpful, and the whole experience felt warm and inviting. You can tell they care about what they're doing here. Definitely worth a stop if you're anywhere nearby--and honestly, worth a detour if you love a good cannoli.

    Monica S.

    Forget what you think you know about cannoli. Romolo's is magical, loaded with character, and will ruin you for other version of the pastry. Delicious build-your-combo cannoli - I had two traditional cream in a chocolate-dipped shells, with a mix of pistachio, chocolate chip, and toffee dipped ends. So good. Tiramisu looked great so we brought one home to toss in the freezer for later.

    Chastity V.

    These cannoli are the real deal. I grew up in NY with access to amazing cannoli, so I have a high bar when it comes to these tasty treats. I was excited to try Romolo's after reading the positive reviews. This place is about an hour drive for me but it was worth the trip! Highly recommend trying these freshly filled cannoli! Start with the original filling with chocolate chips or pistachio garnish.

    Katyayini K.

    Such an amazing story on how this place came to be! The cannolis were great - a bit more on the heavier side than expected! Recommend the original filling with pistachios

    Sophia W.

    Parking can be tough here. They have ice cream and cannoli options here. They fill it as you order it and there's option to buy a kit to fill later? Service was quick, only one employee on a Friday afternoon. Lots of children drawing on the walls, very cute. We got a vanilla ice cream with toffee cannoli and a chocolate dipped chocolate cannoli. It was ok. This was on the way from the airport so we came, I wouldn't go out of my way for this place.

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    Lloyd C.

    We've been coming to Romolo's Cannoli for years whenever we are in the area. Cute, nostalgic shop where they make the best cannolis and they also have DIY cannoli kits! Also their icecream is pretty darn good. We especially like their strawberry and spumoni. Granted I never liked spumoni at other places BUT you have got to try it here! Spumoni is made up of Strawberry, Pistachio, & Almond icecream with finely minced nuts, cherries/fruit mixed in. It is soooo good! The customer service IS always nice, friendly, and helpful. Today, I stoppednin and Paige was nice, and so sweet. Thank you for your welcoming smile and great attitude! They have a few tables inside to sit at. Come support your local business! They have been around since 1968 proudly serving the San Mateo area and beyond.

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    Lily D.

    Holy Cannoli! I was stoked to discover a local hidden gem in the Bay Area dedicated to cannolis. I've had decent cannolis before, but the best one I ever had was on the East Coast. This shop is cute. You have ice cream and desserts in the fridge. For cannolis, you can choose between a mini or standard size, with options for a plain or chocolate-dipped shell. The fillings include original ricotta, pistachio, and chocolate. I loved that they made the cannoli right in front of me, ensuring it was freshly prepared. With the first bite, you get a satisfying crunch and this is exactly what a good cannoli should have. I did notice it gets a bit soggy if left in the fridge, but that's not a big deal. Overall, I'd definitely come back when I'm craving a cannoli!

    Allena C.

    Love the cannolis at Romolo's! Bought some for my friends to try. Since they will be devouring the cannolis at a later time, I thought to give them a kit to fill the cannolis themselves, so the cannolis will be eaten fresh. You get a tube of original filling for 6 cannolis. That's the minimum if you want a kit. 6 cannolis for $36. On the day I visited, they had chocolate, original and lemon filling. I also bought 2 cannolis for myself. I ordered the chocolate and original filling with chocolate covered cannoli shells. As for the garnishes, they had cherries, chocolate chips, pistachios, and toffee. I chose toffee and pistachios. Maybe next time I'll be adventurous and choose something different, but that day, I wanted something familiar. Service was friendly and quick. A few other customers were also in line, so there was a bit of a wait, but it was fine. They sell other sweets as well, but I came just for cannolis! The shop is cute, just more of a grab and go spot. I'll be back again when the occasion arises!

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    Ayushi P.

    Stopped by for a sweet treat and the cannoli really hit the spot! There was no wait when I went on a Tuesday afternoon. They have a variety of fillings and topping options, making this a fun make-your-own treat. They also have other desserts like ice cream, Italian cookies, and tiramisu. I got a traditional shell cannoli with the tiramisu filling and pistachio topping. I like that filling inside is not too sweet, and I enjoyed the texture combination of cream and the crunchy shell. Will definitely be coming here to try more flavor combinations!

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    Tania M.

    These are hands down the best cannolis I have ever tried. Freshly made and good service

    Chocolate shell with white filling and chocolate filling dipped in cherry both sides
    Serena C.

    Omg. Their cannoli is freshly made. So good and so light. The lady at the counter is super nice, she explained how to order our cannoli since we looked like cannoli rookies. First you pick the shell (plain or chocolate). Then the filling (regular, chocolate or lemon or mix). Afterwards you choose the dipping for your ends (chocolate chip, pistachios, toffee, and cherry) and finally whether you wanted powdered sugar on top. The cannoli taste best if eaten right away the day that was filled otherwise according to the lady, the shell will become soggy. They also have ice cream. We will definitely be back to try something else..

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    The ricotta in the cannoli was so creamy and delicious! The pastry shell was decent. Their ice cream was ok. 2015

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    Do the Cannolis contain egg?

    They contain trace eggs, yes. Probably 0.1 percent of the recipe. Egg white glues the shells closed.

    Is the filling made with pasteurized ricotta?

    Yes, pasteurized ricotta, the best from New York.

    Can I get a cannoli kit shipped? I don't know the exact zip code yet but it's in Fresno, ca.?…

    How many cannoli (6 multiples) and what zip code?

    How are the cannoli's the next day? Thinking of buying some for the office co-workers but have to get a day ahead as live and work across the SM bridge.

    Get the kit and fill the cannoli on the day you want them. No extra cost, quantities of 6

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