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    4.1 (246 reviews)
    Open • 10:00 am - 11:00 pm

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    Assortment of creative flavors
    Wendy G.

    Wow, these are some seriously decadent, high quality chocolates! Great customer service, as from the moment I entered the "chocolates" section of the store (there's a separate "gelato" area) , I was immediately greeted by a staff member, asked about my choco preferences, and offered a corresponding sample. I liked how many varieties were available to mix and match, especially since this was my first time trying this brand. There are also plenty of gift sets, choco spreads and what appeared to be a fudge/brittles case in this section as well. The bacio di dama, panna cotta, and tiramisu flavors were my favorite. All were super creamy, and had distinct layers of rich flavor. In the case of the tiramisu, the espresso and marscapone notes really shone through, culminating in a very well composed chocolate treat. Hats off again to the good service - I was offered additional samples during my visit, and while I declined, this generosity truly added to the experience and is a favorable note that will linger in my memory of this first Venchi experience.

    Toppings on top
    Rosie W.

    Venchi never disappoints, and this UTC location is no exception. Tucked inside the Westfield UTC mall surrounded by high-end stores like Aritzia, Bvlgari, Free People, and Crate & Barrel, it fits right in. I've been to other Venchi locations before, so I knew what to expect -- and like all of them, it delivered. The space is glamorous inside: bright colors and what feels like a million displays of fake ice cream everywhere. But what really made the experience was the guy working the front -- an Italian gentleman with an accent who brought so much authenticity to the whole thing. He was nice, accommodating, super efficient (making cones in between taking orders), and genuinely friendly. Now onto the gelato. My husband usually gets the dark chocolate, which is always a winner. We've had the pistachio before too -- rich, slightly sweet, and earthy. This time I tried the white coffee, which was nutty, sweet, and herbaceous with virtually no bitterness. We also got the coffee crunch: sweet, buttery, with slightly bitter espresso or mocha notes, layered with a satisfying, brittle crunch. The coffee bits weren't overpowering and were small enough to chew easily. And of course, we love getting the waffles coated in chocolate and sprinkles. Highly recommend if you're at UTC and want a little taste of Italy.

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    Justin C.

    Venchi serves gourmet luxury chocolates and gelato at the Nordstrom corner of UTC. I was excited to try the first Southern California location of Venchi as it was a throwback to our recent travels to Italy where we had Venchi almost daily across Rome, Venice, and Florence. My most recent experience was a 4/5. My wife and I were craving some chocolates. You get a bag and pay by the pound. After perusing for around 5 minutes we were helped by a worker and we asked to try samples of the strachiatella and pistachio chocolates before purchasing them. I've had previous experiences which were 5 star experiences where we were greeting right when we came in and offered samples without needing to ask. Overall the quality and taste makes this a 4 star floor experience with a ceiling of 5 stars depending on the level of service at the time of your visit.

    Milk chocolate & Hazelnut Gelato
    Nadiyah S.

    If you like chocolate gelato, this is your place. They have a great selection of milk, dark and hazelnut mixed gelato along with flavors like strawberry stracciatella, tiramisu and matcha. The store is beautifully designed and a great place to get gifts like chocolate candy, pistachio creme, and gift sets as well.

    Pistachio gelato with chocolate nut dipped cone
    Christine L.

    Probably the best gelato I've ever had?? So creamy, not too sweet, great flavors & such a cute gelato shop at UTC. Love their long history with chocolate before venturing into gelato! Friendly service. I always have room for Venchi no matter how full I am from dinner. They have some rotating flavors but one seasonal one (strawberry stracciatella omgg). Their pistachio is amazing too and I think that is a permanent flavor. You can choose from fresh made waffle cones (plain, milk chocolate, dark chocolate w/ nuts, etc) or cups. I get both cause why not... and they usually top you off with their signature chocolate or biscuit. So cute

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    Melanie P.

    The smell of freshly made waffle cones and the chocolate spout drew us in! I'm a sucker for gelato and this place reminded me of Bacio di Latte with the chocolate covered cups and option of nuts. The line wasn't too long and there's someone who takes your initial order and then you place your gelato flavor order as you get next to the gelato case. I tasted a few flavors and all were dense, soft and full of flavor! I did get the Pistachio Kunafa Delight and the Baciodidama! The hand made waffles cones are crispy and light and were delicious with the fresh chocolate outside of the cone with nuts to pair with your gelato. There are a few seating areas and they have a portion of the shop that's dedicated to their different types of chocolate. It really has a colorful fun vibe and employees were patient with us even though we asked to sample a few of the gelato flavors. Make sure to ask for a biscuit and the chocolate to top off your gelato for the finishing touch! I'll definitely come back again for dessert after dinner!

    Pistachio and tiramisu gelato, yum!
    Shaista M.

    Venchi has unique flavors of gelato, shakes, and crepes. I tried the pistachio and tiramisu flavors and both were amazing. This is unlike any other gelato place. From the ambiance to the service, you will not be disappointed. The gelato is on the pricier side but worth every penny! You also have the option to coat your cone or cup with chocolate and nuts, which elevates the flavors even more.

    Tim T.

    Pretty good ice cream / gelato / dessert / chocolatier place in UTC. Nice cones, accommodating service (they also let you try samples) and candy store interior with some seats. Check it out!

    Sara C.

    Super excited to see Venchi at the La Jolla mall. First and last time I had it was a couple of years ago in the Rome airport as my last treat leaving Italy. This gelato was so delicious, just as tasty as I remembered. We got the 2 flavor option on a regular cone. They do have them slightly smaller when compared to the ones I've had in Italy in terms of serving but yummy nonetheless. Great service and the employee made great recommendations. We were the first one in for the day so the store was super clean and organized. Highly recommend to give them a try if you've never had Venchi.

    Ginger P.

    Great gelato at Venchi. Actually so many things (like the crepes and chocolate) look incredible here but I've only had the gelato. You can get it with extras like cones dipped in chocolate and topped with olive oil and grains, but even just the basic gelato is good.

    the coffee and the chocoviar gelato
    Lara S.

    Everybody needs to give this place a try whenever they go to UTC La Jolla! Gelato was good and not overall too sweet which was good :) The Dark pistachio crepe was however not the best but it was a nice try.

    Madeline S.

    First time at Venchi and I'm obsessed! They have actual chocolate fountains and authentic Italian gelato. Not to mention all the Italian chocolates. The store itself is like if Willy Wonka was luxe and upscale! The colors are eye catching and the scent from the chocolate is mouth watering. To top it all off, the bags you get from a purchase are beautiful too. I can't wait to come back soon.

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    Dung N.

    I've been here a few times now. My first visit was in June of 2024 when they had first opened. There was a long line for gelato! If you want to just buy chocolates, there is another line that is shorter. I opted for the mango gelato in a cup and they add a piece of chocolate on top! The mango is so refreshing and delicious. I also got some chocolates and a chocolate bar as well. They have lots of holiday boxes that make great gifts during this time of year.

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    My favorite worker diana gave us a great sample this place got the best chocolate thanks to this great worker

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    Very good gelato. A diverse offering of flavors and the chocolates were amazing. I also enjoyed the set up for the store, very cute.

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    This is a cute breakfast and dessert cafe that's actually open till midnight (or later on the…read moreweekends). The decor and setting is cute and quirky, including cow sculptures hanging upside down from the ceiling. There were only a couple other visitors when we arrived, as it was near opening time. Our dishes took a whopping 35 minutes to be ready, and service was not very friendly nor helpful. Luckily, the music playing through the speakers added a nice vibe to the place, songs like Our House by Madness and Can't Fight This Feeling. We ordered the brunch pizza (with eggs cooked overeasy) and the breakfast flatbread which looked almost identical when served, as well as an iced mocha. The quality of the pizza was pretty average, and the eggs were slightly overcooked. The drink was really good, made fresh, with a smooth taste and a nice sweetness to it, the plastic cup coated in chocolate sauce. It tasted more like chocolate milk with a hint of coffee, which I personally enjoyed. They typically serve gelato here, but it would not be ready till almost two hours after opening time. So no milkshakes or cold desserts were available in the morning this past Sunday (no worries, Ghirardelli is just a block away). I appreciate the variety of menu items offered here. But they really should communicate online that their gelato's not ready till two hours into the day. If there's one thing that irks me about an establishment, it's failure to communicate appropriately. Even though our recent visit was somewhat disappointing, I still gave 3 stars, assuming this was an off day for them.

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    Absolutely exquisite! I haven't tried the drinks (yet!), but I can review the truffles... I asked…read morethe staff member what his favorite chocolate was and he mentioned 'pomegranate'. I ordered one 'pomegranate' and one 'oat vanilla' truffle. One for now, one for later if you will. ;-) The girly in front of me ordered a matcha latte which looked amazing. They have a long list of chocolate drinks; many of which I look forward to trying next time! :-)

    Ordered their Aztec spicy hot chocolate, hot. The chocolate tasted high-quality, a bit bitter. I…read moredidn't really feel the cayenne pepper until the end, but it was still pleasant! My sister ordered the same drink iced, it also tasted good and a bit more spicy. My brother got a hot chai latte and liked it. Mom ordered a matcha latte with coconut milk. Overall, drinks are prepared well. Their chocolate drinks are worth it, especially if you like your hot chocolate a bit strong and more bitter than traditional American hot chocolate. All drinks come with oat milk (oatly barista) btw! You can sub for coconut milk, almond, or soy. I didn't buy any chocolate truffles, but noticed they're all vegan. They had some conchas and pastries too, all gluten-free. Didn't try them but they look promising! Apparently they offer free chocolate tasting, but the barista/cashier was busy making our drinks and had a couple of customers waiting so we didn't bother. They offer a variety of truffles and chocolate boxes.

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    Absolutely amazing! That was the first thought that came to mind after my first bite of the…read morecroissant and my first spoonful of gelato. Alex helped me choose my gelato flavors, and she was so patient, friendly, and kind. There were so many different gelato and sorbet flavors to choose from that it was honestly hard to pick! The moment I tasted them, I felt like I was back in Italy. The flavors were rich, layered, and complex--you could actually taste the different ingredients, rather than just tasting sugar like you sometimes do at other places. Everything was so delicious and thoughtfully made. Definitely a place I'd love to come back to!

    A cute authentic Italian neighborhood cafe in Little Italy serving coffee, treats, gelato, and…read morepaninis. My friends and I were just looking to get a coffee in Little Italy, but when we walked in and saw all the delicious treats we had to try something else as well. I ordered a latte and neglected to tell them it was for here so I was given a paper cup, but they give real cups if you ask. The latte was good, and my friend bought a kitchen sink type cookie with chocolate, coconut, and macadamia nuts. It was warm and gooey good! Another friend tried the gelato and said it was very good. There are a few tables inside and tables out in front outside. We sat outside and enjoyed the beautiful San Diego weather. The decor and tables definitely gives you an old school Italian neighborhood vibe with Italian markets right next door. If I am in the neighborhood again, I would definitely come back here to try the gelato and/or a piece of an excellent looking lemon pie bar I spotted.

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