Marmalade

Stopped by for a sweet treat after lunch and marmalade didn’t disappoint! You can tell they really care about the gelato and flavors they serve! We got the “best pistachio in Seattle” (can confirm it truly the best I’ve had) and vanilla, as well as a scoop of the mango! Both were delicious and creamy - the flavors are super pronounced and the team is really sweet and answered all our questions :)

This place is amazing! The owner is delightful and very passionate about what he does. He gave loads of samples, chatted with us about his flavor development, and was generally very friendly. Every flavor was fantastic - I ended up getting a lavender honey + cara cara marmalade. My partner got chocolate hazelnut candied orange + salted graham. They have new flavors all the time - 3 new flavors come out tomorrow (we'll be back this weekend to try them!). They are brand new, so their hours are sometimes variable, but if the curtains are closed with lights on, there's a doorbell! He said he's sold scoops after midnight if people ring the bell.

Excellent Coffee & Cozy Atmosphere! I really enjoyed the great coffee and the welcoming ambiance. The interior and exterior both create a cozy, inviting space perfect for relaxing or catching up with friends. Highly recommend!

Really lovely place in Fremont with outstanding ice cream options! The flavours and texture were almost sorbet like and not too sweet. Very different options, like pistachio and saffron cardamom along with usual ones like mango, strawberry, chocolate and more. The coffee was sold out so will come back for it.

This place is amazing! The owner is a wonderful and sweet guy, who is more than happy to let you try all the flavors as he tells you about how he got the idea. Keep an eye out because some of the stuff is special and won't be out long! I got strawberry and it was really good. My default when coming here is the Dolce de Leche. My husband likes the pistachio. The coffee that they use for the affogato is really good! It is small inside, but they do have a restroom and 2 tables. Outside there is more seating, with some wonderful big trees to keep you shaded from the sun This place is WAY too close to where I work and it's too easy to just say "I need some Gelato" when work is done.

The Strawberry Basil sorbetto was delicious and refreshing after a meal at Paseo. The staff were incredibly friendly, the music was fun, and the overall atmosphere was cheerful and welcoming. (They also have a bathroom!) There are several patio tables spread out across the lawn, so we were able to keep our distance from other people.

Amazingly flavorful gelato at a decent price! I’ve been here twice in recent months. The owner is usually working the counter and has interesting stories and insights behind each flavor, enthusiastically encouraging you to sample as many flavors as you’d like. Seems that the fruit based gelato will ebb and flow with what’s in season (makes sense) but that said, if there’s a flavor you want to try, you’d better snag it while they have it! He also has nice toppings that he doesn’t charge extra for - he matches it to the gelato flavor(s) you’ve selected, topping with fancy cherries, pretzel pieces, fresh pistachios, etc.

People are so very nice, the gelato that I tried was absolutely delicious. 10/10. But alas, I am lactose intolerant, so I went the sorbettos. It’s very hard to mess up sorbettos. But they did it. The lemon was incredibly sour. It can be tart, but it needs to have a little sweetness. The strawberry was flavorless and crumbly? I took a couple of bites and tossed it. 1/10 However the sample of salted Graham I had? Unbelievably good. One of the best things I have ever tasted. So good gelato, cute decor, amazing customer service. Gross sorbetto.

This is the best gelato I've had in Seattle and some of the best gelato I've had anywhere. My favorite flavor is their Utmost Vanilla, and my follow up favs are the Pistachio, anything with Cardamom, and the salted graham cracker. Whatever they make they seem to try to use the best ingredients - so if it has cardamom, they get cardamom pods and grind them. That approach is pretty evident in everything about Marmalade. The interior is beautiful and has an old world character that makes the shop feel like a destination - it's more than just a place to get great gelato. I can't wait to try the crêpes next time!

I enjoy wandering different Seattle neighborhoods on the weekends (and more so when I'm in between contract gigs!). That's how I usually check out what's new supplementing the intel from other onsite blogs, local media sites, IG and Yelp. I was heading down Fremont Ave N with the intention to head to a cookie/ice cream spot for dessert after having dinner elsewhere. I noticed a sign that said gelato in capital letters. I made a u-turn and lucked out with a parking spot in front of Marmalade (7/3/25). I liked the outdoor seating, cute ornate tables with chairs, and also picnic tables. Inside, welcoming counter service, and eye catching interior decor. Nice variety of gelato and sorbet flavors to select from. We opted for 10oz grande cups - me w/the chocolate gelato and The Homie w/pistachio gelato ($10 each) . It turns out that the 16oz pints are a much better deal at $13. Duly noted for future visits. The Homie also had a Jaiphur chai latte ($5.50). It was nice to sit outside to enjoy dappled sunshine with a light breeze. Pleasant summer evening! I also noticed via their IG site, Marmalade also have sweet and savory crêpes available! Terrific addition to the Fremont neighborhood!

The flavors here are delicious! They also have a few tables to sit at outside which is always nice on a pleasant day. I came on a Monday evening and there were quite a few people - we had to wait a bit to be helped since there was only 1 person working. They were nice to give samples of the gelato, and I tried a few. I knew this place was known for pistachio and theirs is great - really rich, nutty, and flavorful. I also got the salted graham which was the perfect graham cracker flavor! Portions are a little small for the price, but I do think the quality is there.

Such yummy gelato and such friendly people working there! I did not get to experience their crepes as they were still perfecting their recipe (I visited in June), but their raspberry gelato was so refreshing and a perfect balance of sweet and sour. The place itself feels a bit cozy and cramped, but there is outdoor seating surrounded by greenery, and it was just so pleasant to sit outside, eat some gelato, and enjoy the sun.

They're not lying when they say they have the best pistachio gelato in seattle! Tasted so fresh and nutty! The workers were also extremely patient and let us try each flavor which i really appreciated. We tried the pistachio, dulce de leche, and white chocolate. All 10/10!! Give this place a try, its worth it!!

Good place to get gelato in Fremont. Cute cozy spot with outdoor seating. They have crepes on their menu that will be selling soon, I'd come back.

We had the pistachio, salted graham, and chocolate. All were amazing with great complex flavor!

I've lived in Fremont for 3 years, and most of that time has been spent waiting for this place to open. Boy was it with the wait! Although the hours don't seem to match what is entered into Yelp, a good bet is Friday, Saturday, and Sunday afternoons. The owner allowed me to try several flavors and even recommended a few- all were delicious. They allow for split scoops, and the chocolate caramel pretzel and amarena cherry worked together beautifully- perfect textures and taste. The outdoor seating is cute and allows for canine companions, and the location is right across from a bus stop (along with being walkable from anywhere in Fremont). I'll definitely be back for their ever-evolving flavors.

TL;DR: A new gelato shop + cafe in upper Fremont that was years in the making (since 2018; opened up in 2025). The owner--Chris--is a master of gelato who creates unique flavors sometimes with hyperlocal ingredients. Chris is super generous, allowing you to sample all the gelatos and sharing the backstory for each. Definitely prioritize Marmalade as a must-go gelato shop in Seattle. If you're in the Fremont or Wallingford area, you must stop by. Chris is the owner. He's been working on this concept since 2018, and it's finally open in 2025! The wait was well worth it. The shop offers 6-8 different unique flavors of gelato that are hand crafted. One gelato used tea from the famous steam punk tea shop in downtown (Fremont). We had the vanilla and the rose cardamom: both had complex flavors that aren't easily found at other shops that use cheaper ingredients. We tried other flavors as well... all were common in that they had complex flavors that highlighted the quality of ingredients and preparation. Chris has an impeccable palette that results in complex flavors that he will encourage you to sample. During the sampling, he will tell you the backstory of each flavor and the flavor notes you should expect--amazing! The servings are more than generous, and the price point is very reasonable at $6-$8. The interior of the shop is cozy. There is some indoor seating; there will be outdoor seating for when the weather is a bit better. There's a large patio up front that you can also stand around, or make your way to BF Day park. Eventually, Chris mentioned there will be soups and crepes as well. If they're anything like the gelato, it'll be well worth your time.

(cross posted from my Google Review) Update: the hours are spotty, which is one concern I have. I think it's important to have consistent hours, and at least the past few weeks it's been unpredictably deviating from the listed hrs. It's not a big deal for me, who passes by during walks and stops in on whim - but it could be a big deal for people who go out of their way to travel here, only to find it closed. Just a heads up, maybe it's changed! ----- Some of the most incredible gelato I've ever had. Christopher is a genius with flavors and ingredients, and was so generous with samples as he talked us through the background behind each flavor. His dedication to quality and passion, and how he translates that into flavors that pop and are not your usual run of the mill stuff, just flavors you might see but eons better, is really admirable and even maybe above the bottom line. He's put a lot of love into the business and we feel so lucky to have him in the neighborhood. He used a local tea shop (B. Fuller's Mortar & Pestle) for an earl gray flavor, for example, and made his own pistachio paste after not being satisfied with the store bought stuff. He lovingly topped each of our gelatos with even more homemade powders, candied Sumo citrus peels from the citrus he used in a decadent and creamy dulce de leche, and I was hit with the most powerful vanilla in the vanilla ice cream for the "non vanilla lover". Give this place a visit: it's low key some of the best ice cream in Seattle and quite unlike any place I've visited before in Seattle (and I've tried my fair share!). Finding such a pure expression of artistry and passion at a small scale business in Seattle is becoming rarer these days, and I hope this place succeeds!

So excited to try this new gelato place in Fremont. We tried the pistachio, strawberry, chocolate and cherry amaretto. All were creamy and flavorful but the cherry we the start! The staff were so kind and patient as our kids made up their minds. Will be back for more.

Maybe the best dessert in Seattle. Pistachio gelato was so rich and creamy and the blueberry mascarpone was unique. Service was quick and there's only outdoor seating

So excited to see a business in this great spot. Very cute design and outdoor seating. Will be coming back to try their treats soon.

Had their pistachio gelato and it was indeed one of the best in Seattle. Incredibly nutty and fresh tasting. Owners seemed very nice, and the ambiance was nice as well. Good spot to go for a walk while eating ice cream

So cute and delicious! They were so nice and offered lots of samples. We ended up going with Amaro Cherry and Salted Graham and they were amazing. Want to go back for all the flavors. Also some nice little tables out front. So good!

Such a wonderful place to get my sweet fix! The owner is such a kind and thoughtful person! Highly recommend eating here! It has such a welcoming vibe and you can tell a lot of love went into this place.

Great little gelato and coffee shop. Recommend this place to anyone looking for tasty gelato !