Anita La Mamma del Gelato

This is my second time at Anita’s and I am so giddy when I’m here! Beautiful place, fun atmosphere, and unmatched gelato. I got the watermelon and fresh mint (10/10 highly recommend) as well as the mixed berry and pavlova. My husband enjoyed the Cookie Monster and hazelnut chocolate.

I’m always on the lookout for great ice cream spots, and Anita has long been one of my favorite gelato brands. But this particular location stands out and has quickly become my go-to branch. The atmosphere is welcoming, and while it’s often busy, the line moves quickly thanks to the incredibly hardworking staff. Everyone is efficient, friendly, and full of positive energy — I was impressed from the moment I got in line until I paid. What really makes this location special is how generous they are with the scoops! I’ve never had such big portions at any other Anita branch. The flavors are as delicious as always — rich, creamy, and full of real ingredients — but getting such a big serving made it even more enjoyable. Sometimes at other places, portions can be inconsistent, but here it’s consistently generous. If you’re a fan of gelato or already love Anita, I highly recommend trying this location. It’s 100% worth the visit and has officially become my favorite branch. Excellent service, great vibes, and totally worth the price!

This place is absolutely amazing! 🤩 Hands down one of the best ice cream 🍦 shops in NYC! 🗽 Anita has an unbelievable collection of delicious gelato flavor! 🍨 Definitely try the Salted 🧂 Cashew 🌰 Ice Cream, the Chocolate 🍫 Almonds and Caramel Ice Cream, Salted Pretzel 🥨 Ice Cream, and Salted Caramel 🍮 Ice Cream. They also have many vegan and sugar-free options (and even yogurt). Come early since they always have a line 👥 (and it's no wonder)! I wish I came here more often!

I know it's a chain, but Anita has the best gelato in the city. So many delicious options to choose from and they let you taste test. This time I had White Chocolate & Raspberry Crumble, Caramel Cookies with Cheesecake, White Chocolate & Cookies and Dubai Chocolate.

Anita La Mamma del Gelato (we all say "Anita Gelato" or "Anita") is hands-down my favorite gelato and dessert spot in all of NYC! Located just steps from Penn Station at 108 West 33rd Street, it's incredibly convenient for anyone coming into or leaving the city via Amtrak, NJ Transit, or Long Island Rail Road. Whether I’m catching a train or just passing through Midtown, I always make time to stop here. The quality of the gelato is unmatched — creamy, flavorful, and rich without being too heavy. No matter what size you order, the portions are generous (even the small feels like a treat!). The diversity of flavor options is amazing, with classics, unique seasonal creations, and even vegan choices — and somehow every flavor tastes great. You can really tell they care about what they serve. The shop itself has a fun, inviting vibe with an energetic, modern aesthetic. Even if there’s a line (which there often is, because it's that good), it moves quickly thanks to the efficient and friendly staff. If you’re in or around Penn Station (or Macy's/Herald Square, it's a very short walk from there as well), do yourself a favor and stop by Anita. It's the perfect way to kick off or end a trip, or just treat yourself during a busy NYC day. Absolutely love this place!

🍦 Review – Anitta Gelato 🍦✨ Anitta Gelato is absolutely a dream! I love, love, love this place — from the warm and friendly service to the wide variety of flavors that make every visit unforgettable. The staff truly makes you feel welcomed and cared for, and that alone makes the experience so special. What I adore the most is being able to taste different flavors — each one crafted with perfection, creamy, rich, and full of personality. It feels like a journey through the world of gelato, and honestly, it’s impossible to pick just one favorite. And let’s talk about the decor — stunning, cozy, and stylish. It’s not just a gelato shop, it’s a space that feels vibrant and inviting, perfect for enjoying your treat and capturing beautiful moments. Anitta Gelato is pure happiness in a scoop — definitely a must-visit spot for anyone who loves authentic gelato and a welcoming atmosphere. 💛

Wow! Creamy and rich in flavour, with generous scoops, and an extremely reasonable price given the high quality! Vanilla, milk and dark chocolate were heavenly! Vast selection of gelato on offer with amble seating outside and inside.

Yum yum yum! I got the mixed berry, chocolate pistachio and nougat. So many flavors, that I'm heading back to try others! Went here three times in 5 days lol

Lemon gelato was amazing. Great waffle cone and cups, everyone loved it. Service was great.

If you are planning to come here on the weekend in the summer, expect to find a line. The good news is that it moves fairly quickly! The employees were very nice and patient with us as we asked to taste a few different flavors. They have soooo many, that it was very hard to choose just one! I ended up getting the White Chocolate with Raspberry Crumbles on a cone and it was absolutely delicious! The creaminess of the white chocolate gelato paired with the flavorful raspberry crumbles was the perfect combination. Will definitely be back to try more flavors soon!

Love me some Anita la Mamma del Gelato. They're dairy free chocolate flavors are the best. I've been to give of their locations now in 3 countries. So glad they are expanding.

I randomly was walking past this gelato shop at around 10 pm on a Saturday and was shocked by the long line for gelato. My husband and I looked up what time it opened and decided to have gelato for breakfast the next day. The next day, we woke up at 8 am and got there at 8:45 am to be one of their first customers. Anita Gelato has SO many different flavors. The person who was working there was super generous and patient and let us sample a lot of different flavors. It's been a while since I've gotten gelato but I felt like the flavors at Anita Gelato were more unique. We ended up sharing a large and got four flavors--the milk pretzel, pavlova mix berries, pistachio, and the hazelnut chocolate. The portion sizes are also quite generous! The interior is cute and clean, but if you're planning on coming here with a large party or after dinner on Friday/Saturday, I'm not sure if you'll definitely get a seat. Could definitely stand outside and enjoy your gelato though! Having gelato for breakfast was a great way to start our day and I would definitely do it again.

Had to go inside since it shared the name of my late Mom. The gelato did not disappoint! All of the chocolate tasted legit!

There's seating in the store. It's decorated beautifully and super aesthetic. Gelato was very good too.

Gelato next to NY Penn station Grabbed a banana split gelato in a small cup which was $9.25 but tasted delicious! They have variety of other flavors you could ask to taste before buying. There were limited seats inside but more seats were available outside.

Amazing vegan gelato. The chocolate cookie was incredible and I can't wait to get that again. The dark chocolate was also excellent, and they had a number of fruit flavors as well. I will definitely be back for the vegan chocolate cookies gelato!

We haven't had Gelato since we got back from Italy. And I must say Mamma here got something special here in NYC. The service was excellent she was so nice and on point. I wish I would have gotten her name to really give her a shout out. The nice young lady who was wearing a blue bandana on Tuesday and she's bilingual. She rocks!! The parlor was so clean and beautiful. The prices are perfect for the quality and quantity you receive. I definitely recommend this spot for a sweet stop. Enjoy !!! Ciao!

After lunch we wanted some dessert. This gelato shop is right next to the pizza shop. There wasn't much of a line so we were able to order immediately. We had the three flavor gelato combined: pistachio, salted caramel, and cheesecake caramel cookies. The texture was very creamy and felt velvety on the tongue. The flavors were different. The pistachio was saltier than the salted caramel. I liked the cheesecake caramel cookies the best which is surprising since I love pistachio. There was some seating inside, not too crowded, nice atmosphere. Tables should be cleaned more often though.

As we walked past, we could NOT help but turn around! We noticed people with their gelato sitting in the dining window. It looked amazing. The storefront as well as the interior are very welcoming and clean. Upon entering we were happily greeted and offered samples of any flavors we wanted to try. There are so many flavors and they seem to all taste delicious. I ultimately chose hazelnut mousse & chocolate crunch and pavlova & mixed berry. They complement each other perfectly. I opted for the waffle cone over the cup. While this is quite pricey $$$$ by my standards, it was totally worth it! .

Next to Penn Station and across from Lifetime Fitness. The interior was all decked out and beautiful when I stopped by the week of Christmas. There are a few small tables and if it's busy, good luck getting a seat. I got a regular size with lemon pie and chocolate pistachio kadaif. I liked both, but the lemon pie in particular was amazing with its rich and creamy texture, tartness, and bits of crust sprinkled throughout. I hadn't heard of them prior to my visit, but apparently they have locations across the globe, such as Miami, LA, Barcelona, London, Australia, and a few other spots.

One of my favorite (if not my favorite) gelato spot in NYC! This Anita gelato has a stunning interior that is spacious, a bit grand, and bright. The staff here was so so friendly, and very kind as we tried different gelato flavors (which were plentiful here). I got the Strawberry mascarpone ricotta, Mint Chocolate, and Biscuit Cheesecake flavors here in their medium cup and it was both delicious and a HUGE portion. Everything was so creamy, rich, and I loved it. Highly recommend!

Anita's is so convenient for Marriott Marquis guests in NYC! Very creamy and great flavors and good seating. Lines form quickly so time your visits before rush hour times. Their Biscuit Cheesecake is delicious!

Came here around 10pm on a Saturday night and the line was very long! It moves quickly but you will be waiting outside and it's likely there will be no tables available since it's limited. Staff were friendly and allowed me to try a few samples. Each flavor was delicious, but very sweet! I tried a small cone of the cookieman and it was delicious. Had all the textures I crave for and was made beautifully. The one scoop portion is still huge that I wish I shared it with my bf rather than each of us getting our own. Very popular spot in the city (and internationally) and a great place to grab a sweet treat. Next time, I will only grab one if I have someone to share it with. The portion size is a big too big for me.

Such friendly staff!! Anita Gelato is my favorite gelato in the city, so I make sure I bring my friends and coworkers here and to their Flatiron location often. This location got busy right after we hopped in line. They had so many delicious flavors, some of which we sampled. I highly recommend it!

We were on our way to Times Square on 7th Avenue, and near Madison Square, we saw this gelato shop. Looks fascinating, and there was a line as well (what's with the line these days..? every shop suddenly becomes famous or what ?) Anyway, it was a 10-15 minute line outside the shop. We entered and one can see the beautiful décor of this joint. After waiting patiently in line, when it is your turn, you have a dedicated person helping you. And you can taste as many flavors as you want. Anita Gelato offers a selection of more than 150 different kinds of 100% homemade gelato, sorbet, yogurt, and toppings. We ordered Cheesecake biscuits and pistachio flavor. Though I can't say it feels like Italian gelato it was good (better than sugary ice creams). You can order a small, medium, or large in a cup or a cone. A small comes with two flavors and a large with four, but when you see the small, it is not small. The portion sizes are very generous. Being a fan of history, I asked and learned that it is a proper gelateria, but it is not Italian. It originates from Israel, by Anita in 1998. What started as an activity to make at home with her son Nir has grown worldwide. After their gelato became popular among neighbors, they sold from a cart on weekends and then opened their first shop in Tel Aviv in 2002. Today there are four stores in Israel, as well as in Australia, Spain, Puerto Rico, and Cyprus, and now in the USA as well. Try it, I know you all love it.

Second Anita location I've tried and still stands as my favorite ice cream chain in NYC. They have the best and unique flavors. My go to is the chocolate cookies but today the biscuit cheesecake took the top spot. 100% recommend!

I stopped by Anita Gelato for some dessert and the location was convenient next to Penn Station. The guy working was nice and I was able to try several flavors. All the flavors I tried were so good! I ended up getting a medium size, which could have up to 3 flavors. I picked the pavlova and berries, cookieman, and this berry crumble cheesecake one. They had great crunch/texture. It was pretty expensive (~$10) for the medium, but it was a good size to split. Honestly, this was some of the best gelato I've ever had. I'm sure most of the flavors aren't authentic, but they sure tasted great!

Looooove their flavors of gelato and even in the cold/windy night, it hit the spot! Their scoops are pretty heavy handed (please don't change).m, worth the price!

This place rocks. Some flavors like biscuit cheesecake are too sugary but yes very tasty. I got nougat wafers and macadamia cream. Very tasty! Good service. Love the interior ambiance

Convenient location with a relatively shorter line compared to their other locations. A medium cup of gelato will run you about $12 including tax and tip, so not cheap, but you are in a touristy area next to MSG after all. Our favorite flavor was the Macadamia Cream, extremely nutty and creamy. Unfortunately, the Pistachio was a bit lacking, but Lemoncello had some intense flavor. Btw, our server was kind enough to give us two wafers.

Delicious experience walking in across from Penn station entrance on a rainy night. Sampled a few flavors and went with the weekly special! Creamy and crunchy

Excellent quality gelato; amazing shop steps from Penn Station, Manhattan. Very attractive decor and so clean! Friendly service; such a wide selection of delicious flavors. Do yourself a favor and taste the goods at Anita's Gelato. They have shops in 12 countries so you must venture to more than one!

This gelato was insane! I could have eaten so much more if it wasn't snowing and late night. All the flavors sounded amazing and the one I had was the best over ever had! I'm now craving it being back home.

A new location of Anita Gelato has opened up by Penn Station and it is delicious! It's perfect for a summer day or when you need a little treat! For $10, I had a medium sized cone with 3 flavors! I loved the different creative flavors that were offered and I definitely want to try more. This time, I went with Rose Water, Crème Brûlée Pistachio Crumble, and a Hazelnut Mousse. It's very filling and melts a bit quickly if you don't eat quick. I think the flavors start to all blend together after a while so next time, I may just get one flavor to enjoy. The space itself is really clean and spacious. It just opened so lines were out the door. If you're near Penn Station and in search of a yummy treat, this is a great option!

I love gelato. But I think the gelato here is one of the best I've ever tasted. There are so many flavors to choose from. I got the Chocolate Almonds and Caramel as well as the Hazelnut Mousse and Chocolate Crunch. The gelato also came topped with a little wafer. So good!

Anita Gelato continues to impress! My second visit was just as delightful as the first. Sampling the flavors was a treat in itself, but settling on Valentine, Salted Cashews, and Pistachio Kulfi made for a truly indulgent combination. Each scoop was rich, creamy, and bursting with authentic flavor. The Valentine was perfectly sweet and aromatic, the Salted Cashews added a savory crunch, and the Pistachio Kulfi had a beautifully nutty and exotic twist. The quality and creativity of Anita Gelato never fail to amaze - I'll definitely be back for more! As always service is 5 star, and the ambiance is somewhat magical.

This is actually a review for the Flatiron location which for some reason isn't showing up on Yelp. The service was quick and efficient, letting us sample flavors while moving the line along. There is limited seating indoors and outdoor seating for the warm weather. I loved the berry cheesecake flavor and the pistachio flavor. Both weren't too sweet - I usually can't finish a single scoop as most gelatos and ice creams are too sweet. I loved the crunchy elements of the flavors without needing to add toppings.

Delicious gelato at a great price! There was a short line when I was attracted to its cute entrance. I asked the server to recommend their best-selling flavors, and he pointed to Hazelnut Mousse and Chocolate Crunch. I would never refuse anything with hazelnut in it, but he still gave me a small spoonful to taste first. I was sold immediately. Then he said I could have two scoops for even their smallest cup, and recommended Pavlova and Mixed Berries - again a taster first. This young man definitely has a gift for knowing what suits his customers! Although the cup was tiny, the scoops were quite large. Will try other flavors in the future!

It's in a great location, right next to Penn Station. They have incredible gelato, so we visit almost every time we visit NYC. All their shops have lovely decorations, ambiance, and consistent declarations. The service was excellent and quick. I recommend this place if you are near Penn Station. I have tried all Anita Gelatos, and they are consistently good. Those who have never tried Gelato will fall in love with it.

There was a long line, but it moved quickly. The staff was incredibly patient with our large group, even as everyone asked for multiple samples. I really appreciated how they wiped and cleaned everything after each scoop--very sanitary and professional. The gelato tasted amazing and was a great value, especially for the location. We'll definitely be back!

Amazing gelato! Just super expensive! I think it's a minimum of 9 bucks for a scoop. Regardless this is the best gelato i've had in the city! The service is great as well. My favorite flavors were raspberry and their lemon mint. Will be back on a day I get paid lol!

So this is an overdue review as I've had gelato from here a few times. The store is so cute and is immaculately clean. It's conveniently located right outside Penn Station. The service is always excellent and the staff is very friendly and helpful. So, I tried a couple flavors including biscuit cheesecake (which was one of the flavors I chose). I also got Black Forest (in the smallest cup you get 2 flavors). I really liked the biscuit cheesecake, especially all the crunchy bits in it. The Black Forest not so much, first, it had rum in it-which wasn't necessarily bad but it was literally all I tasted in it and not any cherries or chocolate which are two main ingredients in anything Black Forest. Still, it was creamy and their gelato stays cold and didn't melt too fast. They have so many flavor options and I regret not choosing one I liked the last time that had Nutella in it. But, I will be back and it was nice to sit in there and not feel rushed.

Since having gelato in Rome a few years ago, I had not been able to find anything that came close in the US, especially for pistachio gelato. Before Rome I didn't even care for pistachio flavor but fell in love with it there. I finally found amazing gelato in the US at Anita Gelato. I'll definitely try to hit this spot anytime I am visiting New York.

Lady behind the counter was so nice and scooped very thoughtfully! The gelato itself was amazing. Great service, food, AND ambiance!

I highly recommend this place!! (Specially the chocolate pistachio flavor!!) The gelato is SOO good! They have plenty of flavors and the amount that they give you according to the price is fair! Service was fast and efficient!

I thought this was going to be some bs gelato but omg easily best gelato ice cream i've ever had. Little pricey but it's downtown who cares. Amazing selection and would totally recommend. Staff was helpful and super cliche interior

This new gelato shop is a great addition to the area, bringing higher-quality gelato and a welcoming vibe close to Madison Square Garden. There's seating inside, plus a nearby plaza where you can relax and people-watch at your own pace--no rush, just a great spot to unwind. It's clearly popular, as there's often a line during peak hours. The service was excellent, and I opted for the mint chocolate chip. The flavor was good, though it melted fairly quickly, as others have noted. My only issue was the "frosting" topping, which was a bit too sweet for my taste (I enjoy cake frosting, but it didn't seem to pair well with the ice cream). Next time, I'd ask the server to let the gelato shine on its own. While the price is on the higher side, I'd still indulge when I'm craving ice cream--worth it for the quality and experience.

Really tasty, rich gelato. Cozy looking location in the bustling area near Penn Station. Good service too. Will come again. For $10 i got some Belgian chocolate and dark chocolate gelato. Good stuff all around.

Charming interior with a clean environment. Gelato was incredible and not overly sweet. Staff was helpful and organized.

The guy who helped us get gelatos was so patient and nice. Pistachios flavor was great!!