We came here on the recommendation of a friend. Omigosh, this is the best gelato I have ever had! The depth of flavor, freshness, and not to sweet, good size portion. I compared all the other gelatos we had in Portugal and Spain to here, and this won! Two months later, and I am still l am still thinking about this gelato! read more

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Santini is the oldest Portuguese ice cream parlor in Portugal, established in 1949. There are multiple stores in Lisbon. They are more well known for their fruit flavors. I went with a small, which let me pick two flavors. I went with passion fruit and my standard pistachio. The passion fruit was great, but I've had better pistachio. Even so, I enjoyed it overall. read more

Santini Chiado - Pistachio & Passion Fruit - Desserts Near Me - Lisbon, 11

The best fruit flavored ice cream I've had. True to taste and creamy ! Loved the Raspberry, Mango and Pistachio. Came back and had the Passionfruit which was on the tart side, coffee that was more of a coffee bean and not the US coffee drink flavor and again the Raspberry which I think has become my fav flavor of Santini. You pay first and choose your flavors, aak for a sample; service was a breeze. Casual with a few tables and chairs. Don't miss out on this or you'll regret it. read more

Santini Chiado - Raspberry over mango and pistachio - Desserts Near Me - Lisbon, 11

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The shop was very clean which surprised us with our previous experiences with other gelato or ice cream shops. Prices were a bit pricey for the standard fare. A small cup (two flavors though) costs €3.90 each. Similar sizes allover Europe would set us back €2 to €2.50. They weren't making pistachio since September which was a bummer since that was my wife's choice everytime. I got my lemon sorbet and dark chocolate combo. The staff were fast and friendly. The shop, well, was super clean. read more

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Creamy, dreamy, gelato made with fresh real ingredients served by nice staff in a bright atmosphere -- I will return again and again!! You can taste the real fruit in the strawberry and mango!! Definitely try the Marabunta-- their famous flavor-- cream with pieces of dark chocolate!! read more

Santini Chiado - Mango/Marabunta, small scoop - Desserts Near Me - Lisbon, 11

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A wonderful place to get delicious gelato! My favorite flavor out of the ones that I tried was the pistachio! Also had the mango which was also very good. You can ask to sample some of the different flavors prior to buying. Would recommend if you're looking for a refreshing treat! read more

Tremendous gelato. All flavors are great, highly recommend hazelnut and pistachio. Can't go wrong here.

Delicious creamy gelato. Ended up going twice. Loved the coconut, mango and strawberry the best. read more

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Nice gelato and great service. The staff were friendly and efficient. I liked the gelato flavors that I got, which were pistachio and passion fruit. It did the job, since I had been walking for hours and wanted a treat. The gelato flavors were not intense or overly sweet. Was it the best gelato I have ever had-no, but if you are in the area and looking for a treat, this is your stop. read more

Santini Chiado - Pistachio and passion fruit gelato. This was a medium- the serving was a little tiny even compared to European standards. - Desserts Near Me - Lisbon, 11

This was our first food stop arriving Lisbon. I saw that this was a popular local ice cream shop and wanted to try it since we would be walking around the area. It did not disappoint, and after an 11 hour flight, it was a nice sweet treat. We got there on a Sunday afternoon around 3:00pm. The line was just barely out the door, but it moved quickly. We got a medium with hazelnut and pistachio. Both were yummy and the portion size was generous for two people. The gelato was very fluffy and smooth. Maybe the pistachio could have been a touch stronger in flavor, but it's a solid choice for gelato overall. Both my bf and I enjoyed it. They have seating in the back so we sat for a bit to eat our gelato and then continued on exploring the streets. It's a good stop if you're in the area! Is it touristy? Maybe. But hey, as long as they got good gelato it's far from a tourist trap. read more

As gelato, this was disappointing, as the texture does not resemble gelato, and the flavors are not nearly intense enough. If I think of this as just ice cream, I like it enough to give it 4 stars. The coconut was the clear standout with a really strong, genuine coconut flavor and a pleasant texture. The hazelnut and pistachio, which are my two benchmark flavors for gelato, were letdowns, as the flavors were too light for us. It's ice cream with a hint of hazelnut or pistachio. Prices were fair, and we appreciated that they had plenty of seating inside (and a nice clean bathroom). This place came recommended to us by friends, but we ended up enjoying other gelato places more (Sorbettino, which is a short walk away, was one of them). read more

This is a nice ice cream stop in the city center. The flavors are pretty standard, consisting of various fruits, various nuts, vanilla, and chocolate. The most unique flavors are probably the egg jam or milk cream. All flavors taste very clean and simple, which is what I enjoy. Pay the cashier first and then hand the receipt to an ice cream scooper staff member. The scoops are pretty small (1 star off), but still enjoyable if you are in the area. read more

Nice hole-in-the-wall takeout gelato place! We hit this on our last day in Lisbon and were glad we did - this place was recommended to us by many friends and I've had a lot of gelato in Italy when I was there and this was pretty good just like the gelato there. It was a short line to get takeout and I liked the strawberry flavor that I got. Definitely a good portion size - good value per buck. Nice service and really cute ambiance - side of the street stall. read more

Begun by Italian immigrant Attilio Santini in 1949 Gelados Santini now inhabits six storefronts from Chiado to Porto, and although some will suggest world-class quality the reality is that the product is merely average while service is perfunctory. Originally in Praia do Tamariz, and now under the ownership of Eduardo Santini, it is in an area of high foot traffic that guests are invited to duck in for cup or cone, scoops rather than spatulas packing dense balls of Dulce de Leche and Fig with bits of ground Fruit. read more

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I came here for dessert one night and the line was pretty long but it moved quickly. They make you pay for your gelato before you choose your flavors. A cone is an extra fee with your gelato, but a cup is free. I got three flavors: hazelnut, caramel, and marabunta. Hazelnut was good and tasted exactly like nutella. Caramel was a little too seeet for me. Marabunta is the unique flavor created by Santinis. It is basically cream gelato with chocolate shavings. This was definitely my favorite flavor of the three. This store is centrally located by all the shops so it is definitely worth a quick stop for some refreshing gelato! read more

Santini Chiado - hazelnut, caramel, marabunta gelato - Desserts Near Me - Lisbon, 11

I'm sorry but this is one of my favorite places in the world. All I can say is that the one week I was in Lisboa, I went here every. single. day. and got 3-5 flavors each day without fail. I kid you not. If I lived there, I would be there every single day without fail. I don't care what the haters say. This is the place and the only place for gelato. read more

Small shop serving very high-quality gelato at reasonable prices located in Chiado district of Lisbon. A local guide recommended this place for the best gelato in Lisbon and we decided to give them a try one evening for dessert. The founder was Italian and brought his skills to Portugal after WWII. The small colorful shop in Chiado in back of H&M offers around 20 luscious flavor. NOTE: pay first at the register- around 3,80€ for small (up to 2 different flavors). I tried the raspberry and the vanilla while my wife got chocolate and peanut flavors. Everything was fresh and creamy. You can choose a cup or cone. There is plenty of seating in the store from benches to tables. There was even a couple of street singers outside the store adding to the ambience when we were there. Definitely worth seeking out-they also have a shop in the Market Time out. read more

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In terms of ice cream or gelato, I'm a fan of the dense, rich, super chocolaty, and decadent variety. So I was very skeptical of Santini because of their fruity flavors. I was ready to be disappointed... But I was totally wrong! Their gelato is very flavorful, smooth, creamy, and soft. We loved it! My favorite 2 flavors -- Sweet Egg Cream with pine nuts (doce do ovo com pinhão) and Pistachio. read more

The flavors are so good! My favorite is passionfruit hands down- so tart and fresh! The coconut has texture which is a nice surprise.

High quality gelato, but quite pricey, considering that there are other excellent gelato options all around Lisbon. When you enter, go to the cash to pay for the number of scoops that you would like, and then line up to take your receipt to the counter, where you trade it in for your chosen amount of gelato. I tried the house flavor, named after the business, which was some kind of red fruits, and had some tasty cake pieces in it, so I can recommend that for sure. The environment is kind of sterile, very clean, but without much personality. I'm glad I went, but I would try other gelato places the next time. read more

This is the best gelato I've ever had. I come every day when I'm in Portugal. So many good flavors that I always have a hard time deciding. I always recommend to friends if I know they're coming for a visit! Come to the states plz!! read more

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Simply divine ice cream! Had the blueberry + honeydew and it was so refreshing! Recommend any of the fruit flavors. read more

Santini Chiado - Honeydew Melon + Blueberry - Desserts Near Me - Lisbon, 11

OMG this place was so goood! I loved the mango and raspberry ice cream and the strawberry as well. I recommend get them in a cup because of the fruity flavoring. I think the small size was more than enough for me and would recommend it. My favorite flavor was raspberry it was really good and tasted like a real raspberry 10/10! I will be coming back very soon! read more

Probably the most well known gelato in Lisbon, it's well located for those walking in the heart of tourist central. We loved that it's open so late, not to mention gelato is great too. The front area has a number of tables for eating, hanging out, best if you ordered from the dessert menu rather than just scoops. Check out the gelato menu (in Portuguese and English) at the first counter or past the second for flavors. We were only there for a week but the menu didn't change. Not sure if it rotators much, but there's a good variety of sorbets and dairy flavors. Walk past the first counter to the second one on the left and pay before ordering scoops at the dipping counter. Typical European system, but it's easy to forget coming from the States. More often than not I go for at least one fruit flavor while overseas because they do them so well. The Mango, Passion Fruit and Fruits of the Forrest (mixed berry) are great choices. For dairy, the Chocolate and Marabunta (new fave, Cream with small non-uniform chocolate chips) are solid. read more

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I have a soft spot for gelato after living in Italy for a month. Back in the day, I'd sometimes have gelato three times a day. It was a real problem. On a trip to Portugal, a friend recommended Santini Chiado. I stopped by for a late-night snack since it was close to my hotel. Santini offers great gelato. They had an impressive assortment of flavors, several I was unfamiliar with, and had to ask the guy working there about. I got two flavors in a cone. Quality and variety, you can't ask much more from a gelato spot. read more

This ice cream is creamy and taste fresh. You order the number of scoops you want and pay and then go to counter to choose your flavors. They let you sample flavors before picking. The board on the left side shows flavors in English. The chocolate was delicious and so was the chocolate chip. They spell it as marabunta. There are many tables to sit at. We went at 10pm and there was no line. read more

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The Gelato was amazing! The service was very nice and the place was very clean. The Gelato was very rich and creamy. Carmel and Chocolate were very delicious together, I recommend! I would definitely go back! read more

This has got to be the best gelato I have ever had! Each flavor tastes exactly like the piece of fruit. AMAZING. The customer service was also on point. I would recommend this over any other treat in Lisbon. I was a big fan of the mango, passion fruit, cascais, lemon, and strawberry. It really does live up to the hype. read more

Came here because Google Maps said it was a historic and legendary local ice cream shop. Food/Drink: we got the coffee and passion fruit gelato. Kind of disappointed there weren't more creative flavors like we saw in their old menu (Ginjinha was missing) but the gelato was tasty enough. Price: It's about the same price as other gelato shops around the area around 4 euros. I suspect it's more than average since it's locate in a very busy, touristy shopping area. Atmosphere: The red and white decor was very modern and fit in with the atmosphere of the street. There's a surprising amount of seating inside including tables and couches. Tips: You pay first before picking flavors! read more

Santini Chiado - Passion fruit and coffee - Desserts Near Me - Lisbon, 11

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This is a popular ice cream shop in central Lisbon. I found it just ok, though. None of the flavors were that inspired, and the quality was just ok -- while the prices were quite high. You might find a better value elsewhere. read more

YUM! Who doesn't love gelato!? We came here twice during our trip to Lisbon. The shop is very cute with ample seating to enjoy your sweet treats. They also serve other pastries, crepes, and coffee here as well. We tried the strawberry, vanilla, apple custard, cinnamon, chocolate, coconut, and pistachio gelatos. We liked everything except the apple custard flavor. Price isn't bad. Two small gelatos was about 5 euros. read more

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We had tried the Time Out market location a few days prior but wanted to get Santini one last time since you can only find it in Portugal. The place was very busy on a Saturday night at 11:30pm. Flavors fried this time: - Bolacha Maria: like speculoos - Yogurt: with a hint of coffee cream - Pineapple: with small bits of pineapple, really good - Mango: tasted like straight puréed mango I don't usually get fruit flavors, but their's are super on point without tasting artificial. Santini was definitely my favorite gelato in Lisbon. read more

Coming to Santini's for gelato felt like an experience that I am so glad we did not miss out on. This old fashioned "diner" vibe on the inside is pretty cool. The staff wears old fashioned outfits as well. It all fits together nicely. The staff was super friendly and they spoke English--that was helpful. You can buy a surplus of scoops for cheaper (if you come here more than once it pays off) or you can buy by the scoop. We were in a large group so we did the bulk purchase and it was perfect. They have so many delicious sounding flavors, but we settled for Mango and Coconut. It was the perfect combo for the warm evening walking around Lisbon. read more

Santini Chiado - The delicious mango and coconut. - Desserts Near Me - Lisbon, 11

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Local gelato chain with 7 Lisbon-area locations. They have pâtisserie desserts in the front, but keep going down the stairs deeper into the store, because their main deal is gelato, with a huge counter in the back. You pay first, at the nearby rear register, then submit your ticket to the server at the counter, and ask your flavors. Flavor menus are in 4 languages, Portuguese, English, French and German. Portions are generous for what I'd expect in the city, any city, and especially in Europe. They frankly put American servings to shame for gelato, because in the US, gelato is not dished out like ice cream, it's provisioned in little mini-scoops like some war ration, but in Europe, you get more, and at Santini's, you get a LOT more. And it is very good, too. Strong flavors in the creaminess, with a lot of classic favorite for options. Red-and-white colorscheme is very dessert parlour-y, and matches their logo. Everything was aesthetically and palatably pleasing. Staff was friendly and helpful, very down-to-earth for a city, which was nice. They all spoke English. read more

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Best gelato in Lisbon. I had two scoops in a cone - dark chocolate and coconut and both were fantastic. Sampled many of their fruit flavors and they were all really good - particularly the melon and mango were amazing. Was in the mood for chocolate but will definitely go back and have mango and melon before leaving Lisbon. read more

Santini Chiado - Desserts Near Me - Lisbon, 11

I'm not kidding when I say my friend and I came to Santinis every single day during out 6 day Lisbon vacation. It's awesome! My favorites were the raspberry gelato mixed with cream/vanilla gelato -- it's great because they will give you two flavors in one scoop My friend loved the hazelnut and other coffee-esque flavors. Even when there was a line, it moved fast, and the staff is super helpful and friendly. The interior reminded me of a 1950s diner in the states (that type of decor) with the staff's aprons and cute hats. Would highly recommend a stop in here to anyone visiting Lisbon! read more

Santini Chiado - Desserts Near Me - Lisbon, 11

We loved it. Flavors were very intense and fruity and the coconut was a pleasant surprise with lots of texture. Not expensive.

Delicious gelato! It was next to a restaurant we went to for dinner. So glad we tried it! I can see why it has so many great reviews! Wish the states had delicious gelato like this! read more

The best gelato in Lisbon. All the ingredients are fresh and the flavors taste exactly what is described without the additives. They will give you two flavors in one scoop. PROS: Raspberry gelato Watermelon gelato White Grape gelato Pretty interior read more

Santini Chiado - Desserts Near Me - Lisbon, 11

Oh goodness. What a treat. This is it folks - if you're in Lisbon, even for a few hours, Santini is where you need to be. This is some of the best gelato I've had. period. Star 1: How was the service and atmosphere? Magnificent. There's honestly no other way to put it. Outside of a quaint yet practical seating arrangement and some cute but not too campy decor, Santini is a step through time. It's seemingly been there for ages, and it's connection to the city is plastered on the walls. Service is fast and friendly, and while it's prone to getting absolutely packed come the weekend or a particularly nice day, the experience is a good one from start to finish. Star Granted. Star 2: How were the portions relative to the cost? Now gelato isn't cheap, and high-visibility places like Santini can get away with charging exorbitant premiums to gullible cruise ship tourists in Tommy Bahama shirts, but Santini keeps it civil. My small cup (two flavors) looked a bit like this - http://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=8dwL9tTWexFaMBBV6EFXag&userid=OKX-V5j_qfuOebeHeWGrHg The price? €2,70. Not great, I'll be honestly, but not unreasonable either. Star Granted. Stars 3 and 4: How was the food? Yum. This is gelato at it's finest. America really hasn't quite gotten the hang of dishing up authentic gelato, which, with a significantly higher sugar content at the expense of fat, makes for an entirely different product than ice cream. However, Santini has the recipe down, and the flavor variance on top of the quality of their product is as good as you'll find anywhere in Italy. My chocolate and vanilla combination was perfect. Dual Stars Granted. Star 5: Would you eat here every day if you could? Yes. Santini is exactly what I look for in a local spot. It's clean, it's fast and friendly, and most importantly, there's a tie to the city and a uniqueness that stands out long after you've left the city. Star Granted. read more

Santini Chiado - Small: €2.70 - Desserts Near Me - Lisbon, 11