Superior gelato! Great service, amazing range of flavors, and a proper old school feel to the place. Prices are more than reasonable, and they are quick to get them out. A highly recommended summer treat! read more

Good scoop. Cool spot in historic Staunton. The people were very kind and allowed my indicative natures to run free with multiple samples. Everyone was very nice and the options were creative and delicious. 8.698/10! read more

Such a fantastic locally owned gelato shop! The flavors are unique, fresh, and absolutely delicious--there's always something new to try. The staff is incredibly friendly and welcoming, which makes each visit even better. A perfect spot to treat yourself and support local! read more

The Split Banana - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Staunton, Virginia

Prices are wrong and they ask for a tip! I normally love this place but the quality was not the same! It had ice chunks in the peanut butter where it refrozed! Also I have never had it melt lover the place ! Certainly wasn't an enjoyable experience! We better luck next time! read more

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This place could be better maybe 4 stars if they didn't give me a sadness size serving in a miniature pup cup like i'm a puppy it's ok though I love puppy's read more

Pineapple Basil Sorbet! So yummy!! Note that the new summer blockage of W Beverly Street makes getting to Split Banana a bit trickier but I was able to drop off my buddy at the corner on Augusta and park one block up. There's also a lot half a block up on Augusta on the right side. read more

Staff is friendly and knowledgable. The line is always out the door in the summer but they still take the time to make sure you get what you want with unlimited samples. The flavors are rotating and always so delicious. I love sitting outside during the weekends. read more

The Split Banana - Sorbet- 1 scoop blackberry-raspberry and 1 scoop cranberry - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Staunton, Virginia

Such friendly people!! We really loved it here! The gelato was excellent! Also don't forget to get a few free samples! And if you go on Wednesday! You get a free waffle cone upgrade! read more

The Split Banana - Fun vintage place! - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Staunton, Virginia

The ice cream here is so good ! Love it the price isn't too bad either ! The place itself is a bit small, sometimes it gets full. They manage though, I think with the amount of customers that come no one really minds! read more

Great hot fudge brownie! Yummy sorbets. Fast service. Cute decorations. In downtown area so good stop while shopping or after dinner.

Amazing!!! I had a not so great dinner and came here and they had exactly what I wanted and it tasted amazing. Also the staff was pleasant and provided great service. read more

The Split Banana - Banana split - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Staunton, Virginia

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Lovely service. Sadly, the flavors I picked (Sticky Rice and Banana stracciatela) was very underwhelming. I was expecting stronger flavors tasting the rice and strong banana flavors respectively but they tasted practically the same and I did not finish it. It is hard as my last gelato experience was in Florence so perhaps my score needs to go up one as I am visiting Virginia and not Florence. read more

Nice to part at gypsy and walk round downtown and finish the day off with some perfection.

The people at the gelato counter were very polite. I highly recommend getting the blackberry raspberry sorbet. read more

The Split Banana - Blackberry raspberry sorbet - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Staunton, Virginia

Randomly found this place after taking our toddler to the park one night. The gelato was so good and the people working were so nice! It was busy even at almost 9pm on a Wednesday in May (not even really that warm outside) I got the blackberry raspberry gelato and it was slightly sour and so so good. I liked it and would return. read more

So welcome, so inclusive, so delicious, so fun- get your sweet fix here! They also have espresso (seasonally). The staff was great and even playful in helping us decide what scoop flavors we wanted. I ultimately landed on brownie and their mint. My husband fell in love with the espresso. We were both happy by the time we reached the bottom of our compostable bowls. They also have milkless sorbets, including a dark chocolate! read more

The Split Banana - Brownie Chocolate and Mint, Espresso - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Staunton, Virginia

This gelato place advertises quality ingredients, and offers a great flavor variety. Some of the flavors are fruity, some with nuts or candy. Some are more classically European, and some are clearly more geared towards Southern Virginia. Ordering a cup still got me a little waffle cone piece, and of the three flavors I sampled, all were excellent. Getting chocolate in sorbet form actually allows the taste of chocolate to come through more purely; vegans won't be disappointed with this flavor. The dairy flavors I got included a matcha (which the label explained was green tea, which some might not have known) which was a very pure flavor and if anything needed a little variety or more mixing with the other flavors than I did, and a peppermint bark, which was a very sweet candy cane flavor with noticeable chocolate bits as well. Given that an actual banana split cost twice as much as the generous cup I got, I doubt I could have finished it, but I bet it would have been great. The flavor was as good as any high-end gelato place in an urban area, and I was quite happy to have found it here. read more

The Split Banana - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Staunton, Virginia

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This region has tons of ice cream places, and I've just started checking them all out, but I know it will be very hard to beat The Split Banana! The flavors are great, and a lot of of them are unexpected. The texture is outstanding! We went tonight, and there was a long line, but they got us through fast, which is always appreciated. read more

I would not have guessed that this place is a gelateria based on the name alone. Maybe a standard ice cream shop with banana splits - and that's a maybe. But wow... it was gelato - and that's not what blew me away. What blew me away is that it's far better than at least 90% of the gelato I've had in Washington, DC area (I can't think of any at the moment that beats this place in DC proper). It's THAT good! Pistachio was amazing, as was the chocolate sorbet, and pretty much everything else. I would definitely come back here over and over again for each and every one of my visits to Staunton - without a doubt! read more

Dreamy gelato that will make your taste buds pop! Service was nice and willing to help when I asked a lot of questions:)

The best gelato you'll ever have. A god-send in the service industry, with staff who really care about your experience and love helping you. Cute, relaxed atmosphere - 24 delicious rotating flavors - (seasonal availability or just themed depending on the time you go!) fresh, handmade waffle cones - homemade toppings - beautiful specialties. Give it a try any time, and let the staff recommend flavors if you're not sure what you would like. They also have a little something for everyone - including options for Vegan, Dairy free, Gluten free, diabetic safe, nut safe, etc. Just make sure you ask ahead of time! read more

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Ice cream in the cold weather doesn't sound like a good idea but Split Banana was worth it! I got the Cocoa Ancho which is very similar to mexican chocolate drinks I've had. The cocoa chocolate flavor is super rich and thick, while the cinnamon and ancho pepper give it a nice fragrance and spicy aftertaste. Not a lot of places have it so I was really happy when I got it! The butter pecan was also pretty good! I love how their ice cream isn't overly sweet, so it allows you to actually taste the flavors. Their freshly made waffle cones were very crunchy - I appreciated how it was thinner and lighter than ones you might find elsewhere. Overall, I had a great time here! I was surprised to find such good quality ice cream in a little town (: read more

The Split Banana - Left = Cocoa Ancho and Right = Butter pecan - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Staunton, Virginia

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Never had a bad experience at Split Banana and I've gone here since it opened. Fantastic ice cream and sorbet and great service.

Delicious sweet treat! Loved their cherry cheesecake ice cream! Plus, they always willing to donate or give specials for local organizations! read more

We love The Split Banana! The staff is great, and you can taste all the flavors without judgment. I ordered a green tea milkshake (it was spot on) and my husband ordered two scoops- espresso and the spicy chocolate. Both were amazing- the chocolate one was memorable and special. The booth was comfortable and gave us a nice afternoon break after walking around town. Strongly recommend! read more

The Split Banana - Green tea milkshake - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Staunton, Virginia

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I've never been to Italy, so I can't compare gelatos. But so far, this is the best gelato I've had stateside! Wow, I randomly stopped here on a road trip and it was a delightful cool treat after a long slog of a drive. The staff was patient as I tasted and took a while to make my flavor pick. I finally went with the espresso that came with coffee beans and crunchy bits (like a crunch bar). Perfectly creamy and just the right amount of sweetness. My cup came with an adorable slice of waffle cone as a garnish. Yum! Love the detail. The decor in the shop was cheerful and clever with cow themes. What more could you want on a hot day! read more

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The staff was very friendly and my gelato was very good. I got the toffee coffee or maybe it was called coffee toffee. And the junior size was a very large size for me. read more

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Cute icecream shop in downtown Staunton on Main street! There's a window to order from outside if you'd like or you can go in. There's a good amount of choices to pick from and you're able to test samples! I got the chocolate in a cake cone and it was yummy. Staff were really friendly too! There's indoor seating and also outdoor seating area under the tent. read more

The Split Banana - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Staunton, Virginia

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Terrific selection of gelato flavors - freshly made on the premises. Very nice invite to have tiny tastes first. Plus, they sell frozen containers of their gelato to take home. It's a must stop in the center of Staunton's historic district! Special cards for points for future free treats! They could add some fun music! read more

Delightful gelato. Really great that they have tasty vegan sorbet options! Staff was so efficient with a long line.

Even though this place is pricey, it's a wonderful atmosphere, great service, and the gelato and sorbets are so fresh it's worth it. I'm working my way thorough the flavors on each trip to Staunton, VA, but the highlights so far are the cheesecake raspberry and the Raspberry Sorbet. 4 stars instead of 5 just because it's pricey. read more

The Split Banana - Sorbet options. Clockwise from top Chocolate, Raspberry, Strawberry & Coconut - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Staunton, Virginia

When you need to satisfy your sweet tooth gift yourself something from here. Awesome folks behind the counter ready to let you sample anything and everything. Generous scoops making it worth the value you spend. Go ahead and get the waffle cone and make it special. Always taste authentic and not artificial. Take your loved ones and make a memory together. read more

In a word... yum. Once I had gelato, there was no turning back to ice cream. Well, I do still eat ice cream, but how can you turn down something as thick, dense, and yummy as gelato? Icing on the cake, this store sources their milk locally from grass fed cows. No extra additives or fillers. And, they make their own stuff. I sampled a few flavors before settling on sticky rice and peppermint bark. I was happy with both flavors that were clear in taste and texture. The shop was small but fun. Fast and friendly service. They have window too if you just want to grab something on the go. Will definitely be back! read more

The Split Banana - The Good Stuff - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Staunton, Virginia

A very simple menu with local and fresh gelato with flavors that change daily. The gals inside were friendly and I tasted about half of the daily flavors before I settled on the ones I wanted. They have 4 sizes with a small small being junior which was perfect for me. I mixed a scoop of hazelnut with a scoop of peppermint and it was delicious served with a tiny waffle cone cookie. They have sundaes and coffee drinks and plenty of seats inside to enjoy. A list on the back wall shows most of their natural ingredients and where they come from with almost all being around Virginia. A nice touch and it impressed me. Parking is mostly street parallel just outside as this is located right in the heart of old downtown by the police parking area. There is a garage about two blocks away. read more

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Super tasty ice cream and friendly, prompt service in a beautifully old-fashioned shop. Don't sleep on the apple pie ice cream when it's in season -- it's the best such flavor I've had in years. I also like that the gelato cups are biodegradable! read more

Yummy! This is the absolute perfect little walk up ice cream parlor for a warm day roaming around in Staunton! They offer a rotating menu of flavors including local favorites such as Virginia Peanut Butter, Sweet Cream, and Cherry Cheesecake! Aside from some local flavors are of course you traditional, vanilla, chocolate, cookies and cream, butter pecan, as well as sorbets, gelatos, milk shakes, banana splits, sundaes, and take away items! Currently they are opening the front doors to guests, but you can call ahead for larger orders, or order at the walk-up window and take your treat on a walk or sit down right outside the shop! I am sure they will be very busy in the coming warmer months, but a must try while stopping by Staunton for the day! read more

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Amazing- Clean, staff is friendly and selection is amazing. Great location for me and my grandkids read more

Loved the Apple gelato and PBJ milkshake. We visited from Ohio and Staunton is so freaking cool. Just wanted to say that. Had a ball with all the pop up tents during Covid. What a cool place. The people at Split Banana were really nice too read more

The Split Banana - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Staunton, Virginia

After enjoying dinner on main street Staunton we walked down the block and popped in to have a quick treat. The girlfriend and I both got mediums with a variety of different flavors for each scoop of gelato. The ice cream tasted good and there was a fair amount of flavors to choose from. The shop had a fair amount of seating with tables and a old fashion ice cream bar to sit at. My girlfriend who has celiac disease and has to eat gluten free foods was fine eating here, obviously stay away from anything that you would expect gluten in such as cookie dough. Prices were reasonable and I would definitely return. read more

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the staff here are always friendly and very welcoming whenever i come in. the gelato is delicious every time and its some of the best ice cream ive ever had. read more

The Split Banana - pistachio and cherry cheesecake gelato - Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt Near Me - Staunton, Virginia

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