Antica Gelateria di Roma

I simply cannot put into words how much I love this place. To begin, the sweet scent alone from across the street drew my friends and I in. We were quickly greeted by the most enthusiastic Italian man I have ever laid my eyes on. I knew this experience would be good from here. He surmised we were from the states and continued to explain the flavors in English rather than Italian without us having to ask. It was simply the kindest gesture someone has done this whole trip — it almost brought a tear to my eye. As I recall the moments of the tasty gelato staring back at me, I remember beautiful and authentic colors with enticing names and decorations. Simply green flags for this place. My comrade and I suffer from being gluten free which we expressed to him and he was more than happy to assist our needs. He went through each flavor telling us which was safe and which wasn’t, something not many people do for us. Oh, his Italian spirit was radiant and put a smile on our faces — sorry if I’m getting ahead of myself. Now time for the good part…the actual gelato. He recommended that we got the “normal” size which was two flavors with whipped cream and cherries. I couldn’t be happier with his recommendation. I got the Nutella and white chocolate and my friend got the Nutella and caramel. The first bite felt as though I was running across the beach to my long last soulmate in the beaming sun on a clear day. In other words, it was to die for. The flavors combined so beautifully. When I completed my consumption of the delicacy, It felt like I had both won and lost a war. It was the best thing I’ve ever eaten, but it was gone. We stood in the shop for moments after we finished taking in the Italian atmosphere. In that moment when other friends walked in, we decided one cup wasn’t enough for me. We went in for seconds. That sweet pistachio treat was something I’ll never forget. The creaminess could heal a sick Victorian child from small pox. To put this simply, both the employees and the ice cream were very good and overall a great experience.

This man has the BEST GELATO, and he knows it!! Yes, his prices are a bit higher than the rest of the area (2.5 for one scoop and 4 for 2) but it is worth every euro. He serves his gelato with the most incredible fresh whipped cream, that is to die for. My boyfriend and I went back to him twice in a span of an hour because one time just wasn’t enough. His sorbets are also incredible, especially the mango and Strawberry. Every bite here felt like Italy. 1000% recommend!!!