I live in the area and have been there about a dozen times since it opened. I am not a fan of Hollywood Gelato, but have frequently made the long trek to La Paloma at St. Clair and Landsdowne. The gelato at Il Gelatiere is... (139 replies, last updated by mutant4 July 18, 2008)

The best gelato I have ever had unfortunately cannot be bought in NYC. A few years ago when I was in Sicily I visited the Vucciria, the famous open air market that is a lot like the souks in Arab countries. Just outside the... (3 replies, last updated by Peter Binkow August 21, 1999)

Not sure if it’s the same people, but Vivoli's in Berkeley’s Trumpet Vine Court was the first gelato place in Berkeley in the late 70’s/early 80’s. It was always my favorite. (7 replies, last updated by sylphi May 17, 2007)

nice if they mentioned on the menu that their quattro formaggi sauce contains meat. It was one of the few hot dishes that appeared to be vegetarian. I doubt I’ll go back- I’ve found the food at Il Gato Nero, Giovanna,... (5 replies, last updated by jeastfull March 11, 2008)

Alas, I’ve never had anything approaching good Italian gelato in NY. I have vivid memories of Vivoli in Florence, especially the zabigloni and the wild strawberry flavors. I vaguely recall Eric Asimov recommending someplace... (13 replies, last updated by Jim August 10, 2000)

After reading the previous threads about gelato in Florence, I am confused about what the best places are. I’ll be there for three days and would love suggestions for the absolute best gelato in (or outside of) the city. Is... (2 replies, last updated by vn October 28, 2003)

place BY FAR. A 500ml carton (the same size as the Gelato Fresco one you saw for $5.49 – incidentally most places that one is $5.99) will cost between $15 and $18 - Il Gelatiere sells bulk by weight (not volume), hence the... (44 replies, last updated by helen0505 November 1, 2008)

Al Gelato is a strong second. But I would insist on Il Cono on the N. side of little Santa Monica Blvd. btn. Rodeo and Beverly. Their strawberry and chocolate make the perfect combination, but they have other divine options:... (12 replies, last updated by srl December 2, 2005)

Il laboratorio del gelato on Orchard St. in Manhattan is also very much worth a look. (7 replies, last updated by eileen November 23, 2004)

I’m going to vote for Il Laboratorio del Gelato, although we got tons of e-mails after our recent posting about them from gelato zealots on both sides of this argument. Touchy subject you’ve stumbled into. Nosher Link:... (12 replies, last updated by Senor Popusa February 4, 2006)

http://www.madeinkitchen.tv/interviste/tutto-sul-gelato-intervista-a-maria-agnese-spagnuolo/ (0 replies, last updated by MaryUk82 May 14, 2009)

One of my favorite casual Italian restaurants is called Il Farro. It is in Newport Beach right by the Newport Pier. The owner of Il Farro (Dominico) just opened a Gelato shop around the corner where Scotty’s Fish Fry used... (0 replies, last updated by cdmedici July 31, 2006)

yes, here’s a relatively recent review... Link: http://nycrestaurant.blogspot.com/2005/03/il-laboratorio-del-gelato-and-teany.html (18 replies, last updated by Tim May 11, 2005)

smooth. Chocolatey without being too sweet. FWIW, it’s run by the guy who started the gelato brand whose name escapes me. Ciao ???? AH (4 replies, last updated by mase October 23, 2002)

The other gelato place on 3rd is Il Gelatone. I think the cross street is 28th. I like Il Gelatone a lot, but I haven’t tried their sorbets, nor have I been to Il Laboratorio so I can’t compare. (14 replies, last updated by Ben August 8, 2003)