Gelatiamo

Stopped by Gelatiamo and tried their pistachio and chocolate gelato in a cone. The flavors were rich and creamy—especially the pistachio, which had a nice nutty depth without being overly sweet. The chocolate was smooth and indulgent, a great complement. The texture was spot-on and the cone was fresh and crisp. Overall, a solid gelato experience in downtown Seattle. Worth a visit if you're in the area and craving something sweet.

I love their diplomatica cake. I bought from here about 6 times the same whole cake. However, during my today visit I bought 2 whole cake. They brought it from inside but I wasn't thinking anything at that time. Until I came home and started to cut it. I couldn't even cut it because it was in the refrigerator!!!! It was so soggy. That is not fair at all. I bought the second cake for someone else and felt so bad that I gave them this cake. How come you do that? I saw 2 whole diplomatica cake and showed them to give me that from the display. This cake once got to the refrigerator, it becomes not so good b/c it loses the freshness. I just want to say that for other customers, please look out when they give you your cake.

This place is amazing! The staff is super friendly, and the gelato is top-notch. Try the affigato... it's the perfect treat! All this and a plentiful selection of pastries.

Is it gelato or is it a affogato? It’s whatever you decide! I enjoyed getting an Affogato with passionfruit and mango gelato. Definite place to stop by while in Seattle for your coffee and dessert fix.

We came here to get dessert right before the Seattle Symphony started. It’s right across the street and closes before most shows at 7 PM. There was about 15 minutes to closing, and it felt like the staff was not happy about us coming in, but there was already people eating in there so we felt what’s another two person order? The gelato is very well made with the traditional flavors of Italy and at least one seasonal flavor that’s more contemporary. The flavors aren’t sugary and fake like you might find at other places, they taste like what they actually are with the pistachio being quite nutty and the cappuccino one being very strong and slightly bit of delicious cappuccino flavor. They have a lot of baked goods to take as a gift to wherever you’re headed to.

We loved Gelatiamo! The staff were very kind, very friendly, and they also let us sample the flavors - some of my favorites were the raspberry, chocolate, and rice gelatos. Highly recommend:)

Everything was delicious. One of the best gelato places I've been to in the States. Felt like home. True gelato in every sense. From taste to texture, you will really experience Italian gelato. I had hazelnut and pistachio, which are traditional flavors, plus the maple pecan, which to me was the best. Too bad they only have one location, downtown Seattle, because I'm not a fan of going downtown Seattle. Otherwise, I'd live at this place.

Had a very pleasant visit at Gelatiamo! The grande sized gelato comes with 3 scoops and you can mix flavors if you want. The cookies and cream + hazelnut + chocolate was SO GOOD. I think the hazelnut was my favorite. Coffee is also excellent (serving Caffe Umbria). There is also assorted cookies, pastries, and cakes for take away. Thank you so much!

We had an AMAZING experience here! The gelato was so so good! Special shoutout to Afwork who was extremely kind, generous, and helpful, incredibly welcoming with such a warm spirit! Will absolutely return with my whole family!

YUM YUM YUM YUM YUM. My bestie and I have both walked by this spot a thousand times and harbored a shared desire to go in - we finally did! After lunch at Mendocino just up the block, we walked in here where it was quiet and sunny, a few small bistro tables, and outdoor seating available. I got stalled immediately by the array of packaged treats, coffee, and merch on the shelves, as well as the cakes behind the glass. Finally remembered we were there for gelato and wooooowwww, what a layout of mouth-watering options. I chose purely by what I visually thought was the coolest looking lol. Ended up with salted caramel and chocolate (you get TWO FLAVORS even in the tiniest size - how cool is that???). Also got an espresso (nice to see the actual Italian names on the menu!) and some cookies to go. It wasn't very busy at the time, one customer every few moments. The attendant behind the counter was friendly and efficient. I just love the smoothness of gelato and I did put some in my espresso - YUM.

I went to Gelatiamo with my friends yesterday. Staff told us that the mini cup comes with two flavors and the large cup three flavors. I chose the mini cup with orange cream flavor and rice (pudding) flavor. I usually don't get rice pudding but the staff told me it's the most popular so I wanted to find out how it tastes. The flavors were both good and I'm glad I got something citrusy and something creamy. It was a good size for one person too. The first responders were right outside the shop, seemingly trying to save someone on the ground, so the vibe was bleak. The shop is charming, it's just the location that makes it a little hard to visit.

I wish I was more hungry when I walked into Gelatiamo. There is so much to choose from. I went for a small Gelato mix of strawberry and vanilla. If I have another chance to visit Gelatiamo, I would try much more of their amazing desserts.

Wow. The moment I tasted the gelato here, I was impressed. Silky, smooth, flavorful. I sampled the rice pudding, crème brûlée, pistachio, and salted caramel and ultimately chose the rice pudding and pistachio for the 2 flavors for the regular cup. Regular cup was $5.95+tax and looks tiny but it is a very satisfying dessert. I'd say this is one of the best gelato spots I've tried so far. The pistachio has chunks of pistachio and is the real deal since it's a beige not green color. The rice pudding is subtly creamy and the rice is perfectly cooked - more chewy than soft to get an appetizing combination. This spot is located conveniently in downtown along bus lines and close to Pike Place for those visiting the more tourist spots, so it is convenient to check it out and enjoy high quality gelato!

We visited here a year ago in our last pre-cruise Seattle visit. I remembered the gelato being very good. I have had gelato all over Europe, many, many times. I love gelato and tend to over dose every time we are in Europe. Sadly this was not as good as the last time we were there. Maybe I should have gotten a clue whether label stracciatella as "chocolate chip." Sadly, the ice cream was as Americanized as the name. The ice cream had a kind of sticky texture, not quite as bad as Cold Stone but along that line. The place was jammed all the time we were there so other people seem to like it.

So very happy finding this delicious business. I was hankering for ice cream and this was so much better. Loved that there were bakery items we took home with us. The business has limited seating inside this corner business. You can get cones or cups and I chose 3 scoops. This was truly a delicious experience. Service was fast once we got to the counter. The line is a minor inconvenience when you taste how fantastic the gelato is. What a treat for those that are local.

What a gem! I popped in and ordered the pistachio gelato, raspberry sorbet and a slice of tiramisu cake, and all three were outstanding. The pistachio had that rich, nutty depth you only find in truly authentic gelato--it instantly brought back memories of Italy. The tiramisu was equally impressive, with bold, layered flavors and what tasted like a hint of bourbon or whiskey for an extra kick. Everything was beautifully balanced and thoughtfully made. I'll definitely be back for more!

I stopped by to grab a gelato and was impressed with the flavor options. I liked the yogurt and berries, red velvet, and green tea matcha flavors. They even have a rice flavor! The tables were small, but good enough for 2-3 people to gather for a sugar rush.

We got a tiramisu gelato cake. They also had a raspberry and chocolate hazelnut. The place was packed so we didn't get to try it onsite. The staff are attentive and friendly.

Good (but not great) gelateria at the corner of 3rd Avenue and Union street. Ambience inside was nice, with a clean industrial look and high ceilings. Service was prompt but transactional - not a single smile was bestowed upon us. Prices were reasonable, and my hazelnut gelato was good (but not great). The kids ordered without asking for samples because it didn't appear they offered any - neither of them finished their gelatos! They got my wife's order wrong but she didn't feel like complaining as the server looked unapproachable. Finally, there were some aggressive panhandlers hanging around outside and we didn't feel comfortable sitting outdoors. Won't be coming back anytime soon.

After my review, I was contacted by Maria who helped resolve this issue. I was given a gift certificate and a refund. Due to system issues, they were holding onto my refund physically at the store. Upon returning to Gelatiamo to get my refund, the manager was incredibly attentive and understanding and asked if I would like to get my refund or a cake as we had an event today. We decided to get a cake and this issue has been resolved. I am satisfied with the service and resolution Gelatiamo has provided me! Thank you for your efforts to making this right.

How have we never eaten here? We were walking home from an afternoon symphony and stopped in for a treat. The customer service here is very efficient and pleasant. The young woman was kind and fast and got us in and out. I had gelato (hazelnut and coffee) and boo had chocolate and coffee. All our flavors were delicious and we also chose some macaroons to go. Prices are reasonable and the products are amazing. Now I know why this place has been here for 30 years, they have the formula DOWN. Cute restaurant too, we'd have stayed if we were on our way elsewhere.

What's not to love about gelato on a hot summer day? The gelato here is creamy and has a good variety of flavors. We had the pistachio, passion fruit, strawberry and new recipe (citrus orange?) and they were all good. The combination of creamy and thick pistachio with a citrusy fruity flavor was perfect. Plenty of seating indoors to enjoy your dessert. Great pitstop in downtown!

Delicious Italian style gelato. The Crème brûlée was perfect. Creamy and not too sweet. I also indulged in a Diplomat pastry, which was just ok. I would come back for gelato, not pastry. Service was friendly and helpful.

- Lovely spot for a quick rest - Food: 4 stars Price: 3 stars Service: 2 stars Ambiance: 4 stars Overall: 3.25 stars We got a two-scoop affogato here with creme brulee and rice flavors. I can't taste the creme brulee that well with the coffee but the rice flavor was delicious with grains of rice there. It's a good resting spot next to Pike Place Market since it's not too crowded regardless of how busy it is at the market. Our two scoops affogato was $7.66 after tax. It was pricy, but it's like this everywhere else. You can sample the flavors too, but we weren't offered to sample anything *shrugs* (hence the 2 stars for service).

Very disappointed. I've had Whole Foods Tiramisu that taste better than this. It didn't taste like it had mascarpone cheese. It tasted dry inside. It tasted like whipped cream only. A cheap way to make it and this is an Italian Ice Cream shop. My Tiramisu taste 20 times better and more decadent. I thought there would be something more special and unique with an Italian store tiramisu. Their Gelato was very good though. I had the mint chocolate, rice, and caramel something. That was the saving grace.

Fantastic gelato downtown across from USPS, the space is large and there is a wide selection of gelato and desserts. The affogato one scoop was perfect for a quick bite and to pep up a bit. The service was fantastic with friendly staff. Will be back!

Amazing gelato! Very smooth, flavorful, not so sweet. Service is great - you can get to try flavors before you purchase one. Turn over is really quick. So you can get yours pretty quick. They have limited seats like 5 tables or so. That's something to be aware of. Not loud, so you can get to talk with your friends, which is really nice! If you want to grab a quick bite in the area, highly recommend it! Or you can also get a pint to go :)

Came here during a visit to Seattle. Opted for the pistachio gelato, which was very good, but it was very steep. I only wanted a light snack so I got the kid's scoop (not on the menu), and this tiny scoop came out to be over $5... The service was ok. There is plenty of seating.

The gelato was so creamy and delicious! The rice flavor was amazing, loved the mixed in grains. It was not too sweet. We'll definitely be coming back to try their other flavors!

I've been meaning to come here but every time I forget that they close quite early. This time however, I managed to make it before closing hour, and there was still quite a long line inside. Upon reading the reviews I knew I had to try the rice gelato since it was so unique, and I also had to get my favorite classic flavor, pistachio. I was able to choose 2 flavors in a single scoop which was nice, and the portion size was definitely generous. The texture and flavor of the gelato was absolutely spot on! Super creamy, smooth, and pure tasting. I loved the nuttiness of the pistachio and how there were little bits of the nut inside. The rice flavor was quite unique and unlike anything I've really had before, and even had small chewy grains of rice inside. So rich and creamy that I couldn't really finish it all, but a great try! I would definitely be here more often if they didn't close so late, but I'd highly recommend trying this spot for some delicious gelato!

Gelatiamo always hits the spot with me for Gelato! It is one of my favorite spots in Seattle. I really enjoy Gelatiamo a lot. I enjoy all of their flavors. I have been there multiple times. I especially love their chocolate flavor. It is really good, creamy, and has great Gelato texture. It is a very small establishment, so seating is limited. Make sure you are prepared for that. During the summer tourist months, it is very busy and there can often be a line out of the door. The employees have always been nice to me, and I have no complaints. You can get a bowl or a cone, and there are limited options that you can add on top. Overall, I highly recommend Gelatiamo if you are craving good Gelato!

Probably one of the best gelato place I've been to. We found this place on our way to Pike place and it's a great spot for coffee and gelato. The flavor we tried was creamy and tasty. Highly recommend.

This was a very unexpected find. We were looking for a restroom as my child had the sudden urgency to go. Boy, am I glad we found this place. It's a cute gelato shop that serves coffee as well. We ordered an espresso and gelatos for the kiddos. They had a wide variety of flavors and will also let you sample if you're indecisive, like me. The service was friendly and the place seems like it was owned by a mom and pop. I highly recommend if you're in the area and want something sweet- you won't regret it!

I got the mango flavored sorbet and my friend got the pistachio gelato. Both were very smooth and flavorful. Before choosing one, you can also sample some of the flavors. They recommend the rice which I did try and I thought it was super unique, a bit like sticky rice! Its super quick and the service is good. There's also indoor and outdoor seating.

Soooo yummy and creamy! Delicious I will be back next time I'm in town. Very friendly service too

We got the espresso flavored gelato and it was so delicious!! So creamy and not too sweet!! The servers were so nice and friendly!!

This exceeded my expectations! I had the pistachio in a cone and it was the best pistachio dessert I've ever had. You can tell it was homemade and was the perfect sweet treat.

Diamond in the rough. I have passed by Gelatiamo at least 100 times, as it's on my route to work. Because of its unfortunate location at 3rd and Union, across from the post office and Benaroya Hall, a block from the stabby corner, with meth heads aplenty in the vicinity, I had never stopped to go in. I'm usually in a rush to get away from the area. I decided to give it a try when searching for an ice cream cake for my birthday. I wanted to try the gelato before springing for a whole gelato cake, so my boyfriend and I stopped by on a Friday before dinner. Having lived in Europe and eaten a very ridiculous amount of gelato in Italy, I'm something of a gelato snob. Any gelato snob will know the first potential indicator of quality is the color of the pistachio gelato. If it's green, you know they're using a lot of artificial flavors and colors and the place can't possibly be good. At Gelatiamo, the pistachio flavor was brown. I got a small with the pistachio and rice flavors, and both were heavenly. The rice was like a rice pudding, not super sweet, just right. My boyfriend and I shared it. It was so good that he wanted to stop by again AFTER dinner. He got the cookies and cream and the peanut butter cup. Cookies and cream was his favorite. It was a homemade Italian cookie, not an Oreo, and he described it as something between a cookie and a brownie. He said he'd never tasted anything like it. I inquired about the ice cream cakes. On the website, they had individual gelato cakes, but it looks like they stopped making those when COVID hit. They had 6" tiramisu gelato cake and another flavor in 10", and they require several days advanced notice for a custom order. I needed something for Sunday, and I wasn't sure about the tiramisu flavor, so I decided to sleep on it. The next morning, I woke up with Gelatiamo on the brain. I needed that gelato cake. I returned and got myself a decaf affogato (yes they do decaf!) with hazelnut gelato. It was so smooth and heavenly. I've had a lot of affogatos where the textures turn weird when it melts into the coffee. This one melted beautifully like cream and blended perfectly with the flavors. I can only guess this is because they require fewer stabilizers and preservatives since they make everything onsite. I left with a 6" tiramisu gelato cake. I wasn't thrilled that this was the only flavor, because I'm a bit of a purist when it comes to tiramisu, but it was great. My friends and I had a couple of pieces left over, and my Italian friend (real Italian immigrant with an accent and everything who had made a lasagna from scratch earlier in the day) loved it so much that he insisted on taking the leftovers. I will definitely plan better in the future so I can make a custom cake, but it really was a huge hit and easily in the top two ice cream cakes of my life. Flavors and textures were excellent, and the decorations were beautiful and delicious. I will add that service was fantastic and prices were VERY reasonable for Seattle. Yes, $37.50 for a 6" cake may feel like a lot for some people, but it's quite reasonable. They are paying Seattle rent and making EVERYTHING from scratch from high quality ingredients. They literally make the cakes and ice cream in the basement of this facility. Also, I got the same size ice cream cake at a different local ice cream shop for $70. Gelatiamo was half the price. Go there now, please support local businesses. I would hate to see a place like this disappear and be replaced with another chain restaurant.

Good Ice Cream, it is near a lot of cool places. Service was great and people were nice.

Everything Gelatiamo makes is beyond delicious. Giving two stars because this Mothers day cake was so small and looks like it was made in a rush. You can see the base layer not even covered and "build" up with cream. Was barely enough to feed 6 people and it meant to be 8 person...

A very cute and delicious gelato shop in downtown Seattle. All the flavors are good but they have one I guarantee you haven't tried anywhere else. It is Rice gelato. Not too sweet or too creamy, the flavor is unique. This is a perfect spot for a first date since they open late Just grab a cup of ice cream, walking around the city and have a good date! Service was awesome even though they got super busy on a hot summer day!

Id give this place 2-2.5 but I feel bad doing so. I've heard so much about this place and how good and authentic the gelato was. Knowing that I had pretty high expectations, though after trying it out I was disappointed. This place closes pretty early especially for a dessert spot, so I came right before closing in order to try. The workers here weren't the best and seemed pretty rude and stressed. Though I wasn't surprised it was a super sunny, busy day and they seemed to be working really hard. I tried a sample of 3 flavors, which they seemed to be annoyed about. All the flavors I tried were very disappointing, all lacked that creamy gelato texture and good authentic flavor. The sorbets were also quite icy, which of course it's a sorbet, but much icier than normal. The place was also very small and quite busy for right before closing. And for the prices they were also very steep for the quantity of gelato they provide you. Overall I wouldn't go back and wouldn't recommend wasting your dessert craving on this.

Nice place for an evening treat. Shared a strawberry gelato on their small outside patio.

Yummm. Everything was so perfect it just made my mouth water remembering it. I plan to get a birthday cake there someday because they have some cake that I think anyone would be so delighted to enjoy during a celebration.

Delicious gelato and super friendly staff that let us try several flavours and talked us through them. Unfortunately located at a rowdy intersection and there seemed to be people off the street coming through the seating area and creating a bit of a chaotic environment. Ambiance was 2/5 stars, but the food and service were both 5/5.

Really cute store with cakes and cookies you can't resist. They have a limited selection of gelato, which I found to be decent. I can't say the gelato stands out in any way, but they use natural flavors and they're very well mixed. If you can get through this sketchy part of downtown, it's worth a try.

GELATIAMO NEVER- disappoints!! Their gelato tastes like you're eating the real fruit and the chocolate is AMAZING!! I always make sure I go there whenever I'm in seattle!! Walked 10 miles along the waterfront last Saturday and treated myself to a triple!!! YUMMY Staff is always super nice

Loved the pistachio and cappuccino flavours! Would love to see more variety. The service and atmosphere were great

Absolutely delicious! We stopped by several times durong our visit on the way to the hotel. Perfect ambiance and great quality

The gelato was super good! Highly recommend. It is a small place so it's very crowded and long waits. Service was good.

Their pistachio gelato is so good! You can taste actual pistachios. One of the best I've tasted! Other flavors like Rice and chocolate were not as flavorful. I don't like chewy stuff in my gelato and the fact that rice was in my gelato did not appeal to me. My partner liked it though. Chocolate is not as rich as I hoped but it could be personal preference. I like dark chocolate. In a different occasion, I got the chocolate raspberry gelato cake for my birthday and it was a bit disappointing. Raspberry's sourness overwhelmed my taste buds. I wished the chocolate was as strong as raspberry so the sweetness and sourness go hand-in-hand. Overall, I'd say 3.5 stars.

This place is amazing. The Gelato is fantastic especially the rice variety! Their pastries are like little jewels. They make everything fresh in house and the staff are the MOST FRIENDLY I've ever experienced in Seattle. This is like an art gallery as much as it is a café. I always just feel happy coming in here. Hopefully they can come to west Seattle soon.

A must visit! Amazing customer service and the gelato was so good! The store is very clean and has a very peaceful ambiance that makes customers feel welcome.

Delicious gelato and super friendly staff create a wonderful ambiance at this shop. The gelato flavors are authentic and delightful. We tried several samples, and each one was amazing, especially the rice gelato and the raspberry flavor. From their seasonal offerings, I particularly enjoyed the Matcha green tea. We will certainly come again!

I love their rice gelato! I've had two custom cakes and they were both great. For one they paired the rice gelato with passion fruit. AMAZING! I always stop by when I am in the downtown area

Gelatiamo is near the Pike Place Market and train station so it's located at a convenient place. I ordered their gelato ice cream, and my favorite flavor is melon. The pistachio flavor wasn't sweet which makes sense because it's a nut. The peach flavor tasted sour. These were all in small sized cups and you can order two flavors at once. I give it 3 stars because I only liked one flavor and their serving size was small for $6.

This is a must-try! Granted, the flavors sound funky, but rest assured, they're worth the courage. We ordered a medium; here were the flavors we tried (we asked the staff for recommendations, and that's how we got to our first 2 flavors): * Rice -- sounds weird, and would've never ordered this had it not been for the staff recommendation. I'm so glad we did, because this is my favorite flavor. Not just my favorite of the 3 -- my favorite of all time! * Pistachio -- Some pistachio bits inside with a good amount of pistachio flavor. Note this one and the rice are fairly "thick" gelatos. The consistency is pretty close to that of ice cream. * Cream Brulé -- The creamiest and softest of the 3 flavors here. Although, this was a bit too sweet for our taste. All in all, great portions, amazing flavors, and very friendly staff. Ample seating, and a decent line as a testimony to its popularity. Will go back if I can!