Paolo's Gelato Italiano

"Atlanta wasn’t much of a gelato town when this Virginia-Highland institution first opened over 20 years ago. There's a cool 62 different flavors here, in both creamy and fruity format." - Eater Staff

"Another long-standing dessert staple, Paulo’s has been a go-to in Virginia-Highlands for several decades. Don’t be surprised if you have to dodge kids rushing ahead of their parents to stare wide-eyed at the shiny gelato display in the tiny shop, which rotates more than 60 flavors, including stracciatella, biscotti, dark chocolate, egg custard, fig, and peach. All are handmade and change seasonally. If you have questions about your smooth avocado gelato or any flavor, the owner is more than happy to share the details—and samples. With Pielands right next door, the gelateria and pizza shop make one of the best duos in the city since Dre and Big Boi or Dominique and Doc Rivers. " - jacinta howard

"Atlanta’s first and only authentic Italian Gelato shop. Enough said. With a delicious selection of gelatos, cannolis, and other yummy Italian treats, you will feel like you had a little trip to Italy, all without a passport." - Polar Notion

"Before you can order at Paulo’s Gelato Italiano, you may have to dodge a few kids who rush ahead of their parents to stare wide-eyed at the shiny gelato display. The Virginia-Highlands gelato shop feels like you’ve temporarily been whisked away to a simpler time, with jars of tomato sauce and olive oil for sale on the small shelves, and black and white photos on the walls. The offerings change seasonally, rotating from a list of housemade flavors like stracciatella, biscotti, egg custard, and fig. If you have questions about your avocado gelato or any flavor, the owner is more than happy to share the details—and samples. And don't miss their cannoli and tiramisu if you're in the mood for more Italian sweets. Head outside to enjoy your rich, smooth scoop at the bistro tables in front of the shop. photo credit: Sarah Newman" - Jacinta Howard

"The butchery and sundries shop joins Paolo’s Gelato and forthcoming pizzeria Pizza by the Slice in the circa-1910 building at the corner of Virginia and North Highland avenues." - Beth McKibben