I'm not sure much else beats the times they have both torched smores AND waffle cone sundae on the menu. Especially before/after seeing a movie at the Naro. Strawberry fields is on my top 3 places I'd seriously miss if I ever moved out of Norfolk. Don't be afraid to ask for samples! The people who work here are so nice. Also, make sure to get two flavors (like toasted smores and waffle cone sundae) if you're feeling saucy. Oh and the gelato seems to sit pretty well with my boyfriend, despite him being lactose-intolerant, so that's a big plus. read more

A cute spot for gelato/ice cream! The staff was super friendly while giving us samples. I enjoyed my flavour, although it had the texture of banana bread. Still good though. Believe they swap out a few of their flavours every so often. The place itself is small, but they have some seating outside. read more

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Strawberry Fields Smoothies & Gelato is the cutest little shop! We got the With A Little Help From My Friends smoothie, which was so good. It was a win-win since it blends fresh fruit with vanilla gelato. The vibes here are cozy and immaculate. Plus, the staff is friendly, they have nice outdoor seating, and you can grab gelato and cake to take home. Busy pedestrian area, so street parking only. read more

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First passport stamp--bougie ice series continues! As part of our Sweet Tooth Saturday Passport Series, we made a stop at Strawberry Fields, and this little spot was an absolute gem! It's a small, charming place with a lovely variety of flavors--and the staff was super kind and patient while we sampled quite a few options before making our final picks. (They didn't rush us at all, which was really appreciated.) I ended up going with the Strawberry Basil Gelato, which was light, refreshing, and surprisingly delicious--especially considering I don't usually go for strawberry anything. But this combo? It was giving elevated, not-too-sweet, and just the right balance. I think I'm officially in my icy era... we've done snowballs, Italian ices, and now gelato--so I'm fully committed to the frozen life right now. Is it dog friendly? Not quite. Dogs aren't allowed inside, but they do have outdoor seating where you can sit with your pup, so we'll call it half dog-friendly. Lexi got to enjoy the vibes from the patio, at least. And a fun little moment: we were the first ever customers to get our passport stamped here! That's becoming a bit of a trend for us, and it honestly feels like an honor each time. We love supporting local businesses, and this one definitely earned its place on the passport. The only reason you got a four is because you're not dog friendly on the inside read more

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I've been wanting to try Strawberry Fields for quite some time & finally decided to treat myself after a Sunday afternoon bike ride. I was surprised at how small the shop was, with just a few guests inside, it felt very tight. You'll have to take your treat to go! They had so many yummy flavors, it was hard to choose! But I settled with the Tiramisu! It was sweet, coffee & creamy! Happy I finally able to experience the joy that is Strawberry Fields. read more

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A cute gelato spot in the best area in Norfolk! Been wanting to go here for a while now and it did not disappoint. It's a little shop packed with delicious gelato flavors. They offer samples which is perfect. 3 different sizes -- you can do 2 flavors even if you get a kid's size! We got a kid's size of the milk & honey and stracciatella together, then a regular size of the french chocolate. Friendly staff! There are some tables with umbrellas outside since there's no space to sit inside. There is street parking. Just park in the neighborhoods nearby and walk. Cant wait to go back especially with summer approaching. read more

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Lovely shop. Their flavors are pretty much spot on and insane. Any flavor is a wild journey. Service is always good. A bit pricey.

This is a small, quaint place on Colley avenue. The attendant was friendly. She provided samples without hesitation. The smoothie was rich and flavorful. The gelato was really good. I had mango but I sampled others and they were good. read more

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AMAZING gelato with rotating flavors! Today they had a "raspberry corn" flavor and I took a chance. It was incredible! The flavor was smooth and buttery with flavors of sweet summer corn and berry. The girls working the counter were so friendly. A cute little storefront I'll return to again for sure! read more

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I originally found this place on Tiktok and set my mind on going. However, some weeks passed and I stumbled upon the steps after dinner because of course we were craving a sweet treat. I ordered the Brown Butter Pecan (i believe was the name) and I would've licked the bowl if I could've to gotten every last drop of that delicious goodness. Will absolutely most definitely be back. I will say she did charge me twice after looking at my account which I did not notice time of nor care to call back on , but that's my only issue. read more

I have been wanting to try this place and I finally went! The place is too small, however, outside seating is provided. Gelato was fresh, not too sweet.. just perfection. Some unique flavors are always available and you are also able to try gelato before deciding on which flavor to order. Customer service could be better, that's why I am giving 4 stars. read more

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I popped in about 30 min before closing in March, 2024, and I inquired about the lucky charms gelato. It was so strange, and so delicious! A wild taste in my mouth, so I obviously had to have it. Service was so lovely- I felt truly appreciated for coming in for gelato on a cold night (during "Shamrockin' in Ghent"). I highly recommend! read more

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I found another game changer for strawberry fields. If you were to want a pint to enjoy at the comfort of your own home. . . you can choose any size cup just make sure you ask for a lid. Last night I made sure to get a few cup sizes to bring home because you won't always find the same flavors in pint size that's in the glass case. Two more super star flavors came home with me. What are the flavors you ask? No other than pistachio and American brew. Now getting to enjoy these gelatos in the comfort of my own home is just priceless. read more

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ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS. I went today on march 5th I tried the chai latte flavor. BEST ICE CREAM, I cleaned the container and drank the melted leftovers. the service was great and the owner was very nice and gave me a very hefty amount of ice cream which I very much appreciate. The ambiance was cozy and small, making it seem like a home which I really like. WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE WOULD DEFINITELY GO BACK. PLEASE TRY!!!! read more

Love the freshness, flavors, and staff! Perfect place for any reason or occasion. Worth a visit.

Our gelato was delicious! The counter person was friendly and very helpful with our selections. I loved all of the chocolate chips in the sweet cream and chocolate, and my husband really like his vanilla, as well. Being from Philly, we had to try the Butter Cake so we took a piece home. It was very tasty; perfect accompaniment to my coffee! Check them out after dinner on Colley like we did :0) read more

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I love how they always have something different! I ordered the tea and biscuit and oh my goodness! I definitely felt like it was tea time at the Buckingham Palace lol. They only have outdoor sitting only. And it is very limited. You walk up, place an order all outdoors. There's no parking lot available but street parking is plenty. Order a cone, kid cup or take a pint to go! They have pre-made ice cream to go! Check out their menu via social media! It's getting warmer so definitely try to stop by soon! read more

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Came here after a small get together at a brewery nearby and it was the perfect spot to relieve my sweet tooth. The service was quick. They didn't have anyone there upon entry, by a nice sign to ring the bell was helpful. Once we rang it, we were met with a friendly employee who answered any questions we had. I ordered the kids size and it was just the right amount of gelato. They let us get half one flavor and half another and I loved how they literally put half on each size of the cup instead of on top of each other, so we could really enjoy each flavor. I got half banana pudding and half stracciatella. So yummy! The outdoor seating was comfy and inviting. I love the strawberry themed umbrellas. read more

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This is probably one of my favorite places in town! I love the from-scratch gelato from here and it keeps me coming back whenever the sweet tooth hits. They change their flavors on the daily and list them on the sign in front (or you can check Instagram @sfnorfolk)! I have not had one bad flavor here, but for a core flavor I would recommend the stracciatella. The gelato is always creamy, fresh goodness. You can get 2 flavors in any of their sizes, love that. Service is always great, everyone is so friendly. Although there's no seating inside, they do have a couple tables with umbrellas outside. Parking is on the street as with all the other businesses in this area. read more

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STRAWBERRY FIELDS - literally one of THE best gelato places I've been to! SO SO SO GOOD! I was recommended to check this place out while in the area, and I am so glad that I did! The hubs and I came here after having dinner, and there was a little line. When we were there, they had: Mango, Raspberry Lime, Birthday Cake, Berry Walnut, Cap'n Crunch, Cookies & Cream, Lemon Meringue Pie, Coffee, Vanilla Bean, French Chocolate, and Stracciatella. They had small or large cups, and I was surprised you can do combo flavors, because, you know, other places either force you to upgrade to the next larger size to have an assortment in your order - THANK YOU, STRAWBERRY FIELDS, for not being so stingy! We ordered the Raspberry Lime, the Birthday Cake, the Berry Walnut, and the Cap'n Crunch - OMG, each and every one of these were just SO SO SO YUMMY! No subtle flavors here - I mean, each of them tasted exactly as what they were labeled as, super creamy, so smooth, and no ice crystals here! Their menu rotates often with seasonal flavors - more reasons to return frequently! Staff is super friendly and welcoming! Due to the current pandemic, it was a walk-up and to-go, but it went pretty quickly! Finding street parking was a breeze, although you may walk about a block or two. Can't wait to go back! +delicious gelato! +menu rotates/changes often! +friendly staff! +street parking available in the area read more

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We live nearby and we love having this option available. Staff is always very friendly. Service is very good. We enjoy the fresh made and hand dipped products. read more

A bit pricey, but this cute local business seriously makes some of the best "smoothies" I've ever had. I put it in quotations because many (if not all?) contain gelato making them more of a milkshake to me. Nonetheless, they are delicious, freshly made, and made with fast and friendly service. Will continue to support this business. read more

I walked in with some friends on a Friday afternoon. There was only one woman there working the shop and she provided excellent customer service. I tried a few samples and settled on the butter cake flavor. I was curious to see how it compares to Jeni's butter cake ice cream. It's a unique flavor on its own and I really enjoyed it. There's no seating in the shop so it's carry-out only. Their flavor of the season was gingerbread so hopefully I can try that out before it's gone. read more

Really yummy gelato!!! Great service! This is a fantastic way to treat yourself or someone you love. The store is cute and clean and the Gelato is creamy and smooth. I recommend having a tea or coffee with it as well. I had the Stracciatella and Pistachio. They had a lot of different flavors to choose from. When you go there, take a moment to sample a few flavors before choosing. The small cup was generously served. Would definitely come back!! read more

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Yummy and fast! Cute small shop. I didn't actually try the ice cream, but I'd say try the açaí smoothie :) read more

Awesome gelato and very personable staff! (Not to mention, always smells great inside!). My favorite stop on the way home from a long day at the Railroad. read more

Wanted a lil bit of ice cream and was recommended Strawberry Fields. Nice little ice cream shop that was open later than what I was used to in Virginia Beach. Delicious flavors and they seem to change flavors daily. Will be a go to when I am in the area! read more

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Whenever I am near, this is a must stop. I'm not too adventurous with flavors, I usually just stick to the French Chocolate which is always on the menu thankfully. Love this location and the friendly faces. Everyday their menu is updated with new flavors. This is a must try if you're in the area. read more

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Living in NYC and having visited Italy multiple times I've had no shortage of good gelato and strawberry fields manages to provide quality gelato, especially for the area. There are quite a few rotating flavors but my favorite has been their: STRACCIATELLA - for those unfamiliar, it is a very popular and standard gelato flavor made with a milk base with shavings of chocolate. Good sign that this place sells this flavor as far as authenticity goes. Here, it's creamy, sweet but not too sweet (thank god) and so smooth like good gelato tends to be. TIRAMISU Not sure if this is a rotating flavor but I got a pint of this and it was so good - creamy, with bold espresso flavor, nuttiness, milky and 100% tastes like tiramisu. Also sell pints for takeout! My friends and I regularly visited this spot during our 5 years in Norfolk. You can sample flavors before committing to them. read more

I came for the first time with my son and I tried a couple of flavors that were really good. Customer service wasn't the greatest but the gelato was nice and creamy, full of flavor. I got a waffle cone with two scoops but for the price I only two kid sized scoops that barely came to the fold of the waffle cone. I had more cone than ice cream. I was a bit disappointed because like I said for the price I was expecting a decent amount. I do love supporting small businesses as a business owner myself. After receiving our ice cream the server was very curt and just left the front. read more

This place is probably one of my favorite ice cream shops period. I love that they have unique flavors like, "early grey," if you are feeling adventurous but also some solid classics like cookies and cream and chocolate. The cups are tiny but the ice cream is so rich and creamy that you are satisfied. You can get two flavors in the same cup so mix and match! If you are looking for something lighter they alway have sorbet/fruit options. My only gripe is that every time I have come here they usually only have one person working there so if someone orders a milkshake it kind hold up the line for a while...especially if the party ahead of you ordered two milkshakes.I went here on a wet and cold rainy evening and there was a healthy line so I can't imagine what it's like on a nice day. Believe me it's worth the wait though. read more

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Oh my gosh! Love, love this creamery! The flavor choices are eclectic in that ingredients are joined together to create delicious gelatos. I tried their smoothies as well which are so very good. Good job Strawberry Fields! read more

After hearing how incredible Strawberry Fields gelato is I put them on a try list that spanned over several years. What in the world took me so long. The location is heart of Ghent on Colley. Street parking is free and two hours permitted. The walk up clear of debris. A table for two greets you. Just around the corner is a kind of booth that seats up to 10. The shop is tiny, I think there was only one table. The case with around a dozen flavors of gelato displayed nicely in a refrigerated glass case. A young lady helped my son and wife get samples. After they weighed in i too got a sample of the Oatmeal Cream Pie. It was love a first taste. The scratch gelato shop makes everything in-house in their small on site kitchen. Do you know it's fresh everyday. The flavors change day to day. My son got chocolate and my wife strawberry cheesecake. We all agreed it was some of the best gelato we've ever tasted. There are two cup sizes and you can also get a cone. They also have a selection of smoothies and juice. Checkout efficient and friendly. You will need to fork out a few bucks for the quality concoction. Two large and one small rang up at north of $17 with tax. This sweet gem in Norfolk deserves the accolades and awards it has received over the years. read more

Extremely popular, just a small storefront with delicious gelato and sorbet, and both standard flavors and unique flavors like lavender, cantaloupe, pistachio ... the flavors rotate, they make it fresh in-house daily, so what they have today they may not have tomorrow except for some of the standards. They also have smoothies and pints to go. It's too small for seating indoors but just outside there are a couple of tables you can sit at. It's very difficult to walk by and not get at least a small cup and you can even get two flavors in any size cup. A locals favorite. read more

Strawberry fields is a locally owned business in a really cute area of Ghent surrounded by cafes and antique stores which makes it the perfect spot for a sweet treat while you're enjoying a walk about with the family or your significant other. Their gelato is made with premium ingredients, fresh everyday in small batches. With over a dozen flavors to choose from no one will have to compromise. read more

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After four and a half years since my original review, Strawberry Fields is well overdue for an update. Due to the current pandemic, my local downtown YMCA is closed at this time. As a result, I have been resuming my old walking routine in the Ghent area for exercise, leading me straight to Strawberry Fields at their Colley Avenue storefront. They are now providing outdoor curbside service during the pandemic, and this is how we have reconnected. Under the ownership of Heather Wynn, they are now approaching their 8th anniversary after opening during the Memorial Day weekend of 2012. She is still the owner, and I had a nice chat with her during my last visit. Their specialty is gelato, which has been described as an old-fashioned Italian style ice cream. A major difference is that gelato is made with whole milk instead of heavy cream, with about half the fat and a third of the calories as regular ice cream. Their gelato is made from scratch in small batches with all natural ingredients and farm fresh milk. Their gelato is slow-churned, allowing less air to seep in. The result has been a deeper, richer, and more intense flavor than regular ice cream, along with a denser and thicker texture that is slower to melt and drip. Gelato is meant to be eaten slowly as you savor every bite. To quote a previous menu, their gelato is "less about the fat and more about the flavor." They offer a dozen flavors daily, which are currently available in heaping 6-ounce servings in 4-ounce cups and pint size containers that are also available for delivery in selected close-by neighborhoods. Every time I approach their storefront, I always see at least one new flavor on their chalkboard menu. There are also at least one or two vegan non-dairy flavors as well. When I asked how many flavors they have served over the years, I was told "at least a hundred." Every flavor I have tried so far has been excellent. Some I have enjoyed a little more than others. Most of them have given my taste buds a slam dunk 5-star flavor experience, with none of them scoring below 4-stars. I have been ordering their 4-ounce cups during each of my recent visits. There are benches at the side of the building, where I like to sit and enjoy them slowly. My 5-star selections to date are described below: MINT CHIP: This one is my favorite so far, and I've enjoyed it twice. It is made with fresh mint leaves soaked in whole milk. Fresh spinach juice is added to provide its pale green color and a deeper flavor profile. Its chocolate slivers are provided by Valrhona, a premium French chocolate manufacturer. To my delight, the largest slivers have been buried toward the bottom. STRACCIATELLA: This is one of the original gelato flavors and one that I have seen on their chalkboard menu during each visit. It is an Italian version of chocolate chip ice cream that first originated in the city of Bergamo in northern Italy in 1961. It was profoundly delicious. FRENCH CHOCOLATE: This is another classic flavor I have seen on their chalkboard menu during each visit. Made with Valrhona pure French cocoa, I have never enjoyed a deeper and more delicious version of chocolate ice cream. MASCARPONE NUTELLA: Mascarpone is an Italian coagulated cream cheese. Nutella is an Italian brand of sweetened hazelnut cocoa spread. The flavor combination was incredibly rich and delicious. BERRY COBBLER: This one is made from a base of strawberries and blueberries, mixed in with a crunchy salted oat crumble that provided a nice contrast of texture. The flavor combination was divine. RASPBERRY HIBISCUS: This was one of their non-dairy vegan offerings. It provided a light and delicious taste experience, and the flavors paired together beautifully. HERB GARDEN: This one was made with a unique and flavorful combination of rosemary, basil, and mint. The flavors combined together with symphony. SALTED CARAMEL CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE: The salted caramel was intensely flavorful and combined exquisitely with the chocolate chip cookie base. BLACKBERRY CREAM: This one was enjoyed before the pandemic about two years ago with its photo taken indoors. I remember it as being profoundly delicious. If I could make one suggestion, it would be to find a way to add an Ube flavor to their repertoire. An Ube gelato would send me to a state of absolute bliss. On a couple of side notes, their smoothies are not being offered during the pandemic period. Their acai bowls have also been discontinued. I am so very glad that I have rediscovered this gem of gelato goodness in the Ghent section of Norfolk. I have become a regular customer once again. read more

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Delicious smoothies and gelato. Always perfect for an after lunch or dinner treat. Or anytime really! You can also get a pint to carry out!

The homemade gelato quality is A-MA-ZING! Not to mention, the staple and alternating flavor varieties are truly unique. Staple flavors: mango, choc, vanilla, +more. Alternating exotic flavors: sorbets, baccio, stracciatella, ginger pear, salted caramel, avocado bacon, birthday cake, strawberry lemonade, roasted beet +tons more. Other fun, seasonal flavors: girl scout cookie varieties (thin mint; samoa), super bowl inspired flavors representing team's cities (boston cream, coffee crunch, etc), pistachio, peanut butter and jelly, captain crunch. They encourage sampling any gelato you prefer and I of course comply. Small cups (~$4.50) can hold up to 2 flavors while up to 3 flavors can fit in a large cup (~$6). Check their facebook page for the flavors of the day/week (they don't have a real phone so don't try calling). Want more perks? They have a reward program: Make 10 separate visit purchases, get 1 FREE. Also, it's family/dog friendly (water bowls outside) but there is limited seating inside/outside the establishment even after renovation last Summer. Buy some goodness and take a stroll if needed. They also have deliciously refreshing, made-to-order fresh-fruit smoothies in classic and unique varieties. There are options of substituting Greek yogurt or protein additives for health conscious folks. All in all, you will not regret visiting this DESSERT GEM on Colley Ave in Norfolk. read more

Had Strawberry Fields in my bookmarks for quite awhile, and with beautiful weather on a Sunday I thought it would be a great opportunity to try it out. It is very small and cozy inside. I really enjoyed the look and feel upon entering. The lady helping us was so kind and so patient. She allowed us to try out samples before ordering. We ordered the fruity pebbles gelato which literally is crushed up fruity pebbles. It was yummy and both girls finished it completely. We also tried the raspberry limeade gelato which was just ok. I felt the like was very powerful. But my husband was ok eating it all up. I also decided to grab a fresh fruit smoothie since it's not often we are in this area. We chose the mad mango. This was extremely fresh tasting and not too sweet which my tummy was happy about. read more

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I had been wanting to try this place for a long time and finally had the opportunity this summer. My girlfriend and I take walks in the afternoon once it gets a little cooler. The prices are reasonable and the product is very tasty. Between the two of us we've had the coffee, cherry-lime, and the peanut butter cookie flavors. I definitely recommend this spot if you're looking for a local place to try dessert. They do not currently have indoor seating and service. Everything is served by a desk at the door. read more

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