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Il Laboratorio del Gelato

Ice Cream Parlor$$$$

Lower East Side, New York

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Ranked #6 for desserts in New York
The experts at Village Voice and Time Out New York recommend this place
"try the amaretto crunch and buttermilk together... delicious!"(7 Tips)
"Try the olive oil and don't underestimate the amazing gelato cakes."(95 Tips)
"Best seasonal flavour so far; apple sorbetto 🍏 Pumpkin was also ok"(41 Tips)
"Mexican cinnamon and dark chocolate is an excellent combination."(22 Tips)

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Liang ShiMay 29, 2014
One of my favorite places for gelato in the city. A ton of flavors, all delicious and unique.
Sass ConfOctober 5, 2013
With more than one hundred flavors with dozens cycling in and out, you're never quire sure what you're going to get, but you know it's going to be good.
Stephen PerleJanuary 31, 2016
Every different flavor of gelato. They have flavors you never thought of for gelato. E.g., black pepper
Karan TamhaneMarch 10, 2015
Amazing salted caramel icecream..rum and raisin wasn't bad either.
Josh AndersonAugust 9, 2014
They give two free tastes. I would use them on the sour cream and avocado flavors (and then spare yourself a full scoop).
KathleenJune 22, 2013
Been here 10+ times
I don't know how you can go wrong. So many great choices and flavored. If they have it, try the salted caramel❤
Emily Punkimeowmeow del CastilloSeptember 28, 2013
Some of the most eclectic selection of ice cream and sorbets. Very tastey too!
Kendal CockrelOctober 16, 2017
Be adventurous and try some wacky flavors like avocado or early grey!
Leigh SansoneMarch 4, 2013
Toasted white (or black) sesame, pink peppercorn, fig... The flavors are delish!
MarmyMarch 1, 2018
In Gellato laboratorio I try only mango sorbet and it wasn’t bad, but in gellato in Prague names Angellato is better I have to say.
Kate FurmanOctober 19, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Rotating flavors every week! Don't be afraid to try the wacky ones (like olive oil and sage)
Kevin RickertAugust 20, 2016
Tons of gelato & sorbet flavors. I went for the milkshake (you can choose up to 4 flavors).
Mullica ZudsiriFebruary 26, 2016
I loved the lavender honey but especially the cheesecake! Such a common flavor done right!
Sergey SmirnovMay 13, 2017
Looks like a science lab on the inside but the ice cream was excellent.
TomSeptember 21, 2014
Lots of interesting flavors. They also serve Blue Bottle coffee. Remember to grab a number to be served.
Meredith BlechmanAugust 28, 2015
It may not call out to you, but the watermelon gelato is absolutely delicious. Very refreshing on a hot summer night.
Nate BeattyMarch 18, 2016
Gelato is good, but the people behind the counter are generally snarky. I have yet to have a good customer service experience here.
Elevine BergeOctober 22, 2014
Best seasonal flavour so far; apple sorbetto 🍏 Pumpkin was also ok
nikkiNovember 30, 2016
neat back room, open for viewing. but don't expect a friendly staff. they have other duties that don't include serving you
Chad HornerNovember 24, 2014
Been here 5+ times
The best cinnamon gelato I've ever had. Everyone loves the salted caramel too (as they should)
George WallaceOctober 20, 2021
Got the pumpkin and cinnamon ice creams. Velvety texture and packed with flavor, best of all not too sweet.
Vanity FairDecember 12, 2012
This LES staple hosts a slew of fun gelato flavors that range from lemon rosemary to Thai chili chocolate.
leo kyivJuly 2, 2015
Delicius ices. Try carrot or cucumber. taste is really unusual
Paul KardousAugust 12, 2014
While there isn't any bad flavor on the menu, go for clean fruit and nut flavors, or a more unique one like Guinness.
Daniele CodegaApril 5, 2015
10 different kinds of chocolate. Make sure to pair one of those with a fruity sorbet.
Jenipher BrodyJune 30, 2013
Wow super delicious! Rich enough for two to share the little cup. Black seasme and mint are delicious!!
Spotted by Locals - city guides by localsAugust 9, 2015
Strange(very good) flavors such as basil, lavender, and sweet potato Read more
Jakob HedegaardJuly 20, 2017
A lot of very interesting and different tastes.
Esther JungJune 25, 2015
Got to try the fresh mint! Cant stop thinking about it. Also, try the watermelon sorbet!
Rory ParnessJuly 26, 2014
A small is two scoops. Get the vanilla gelato with any fruit sorbet and create a tasty mash up
Anthony ZacharzewskiApril 7, 2016
Amazing ice cream in whatever flavours are on. Chocolate malt particularly good.
Tim DengSeptember 8, 2018
The ice cream here is so yum! Get the black sesame or black currant
Megan KosmoskiNovember 19, 2012
Olive oil gelato, actually delicious!! The smalls come with 2 flavors and are perfect for sharing!
Simge AşıcıJanuary 29, 2017
Try esspresso its like in italy ;) aaannnddd ice creams are delicious 💗
Amna Bin DhaherSeptember 11, 2014
You have got to try the cream cheese, chocolate and salted caramel flavors. Or your missing out..
Ina LiMarch 12, 2015
Really enjoyed the clean interior and big windows. Try the pumpkin flavor!
JillianDecember 22, 2015
Pb is a safe bet, but cucumber was so refreshing! Definitely treat yourself to a wildcard scoop
KateJune 21, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Amazing selection of flavors! Loved the basil and blueberry flavors
Julianna MJune 27, 2016
Delicious, original flavors. Passionfruit & Lavender Honey are so good.
Kendall SmithJune 21, 2013
Vanilla amaretto crunch + any of their chocolate flavors = match made in global gelato heaven.
Nikki PalumboJuly 17, 2013
Flavors change daily, but some favorites include olive oil, honey lavender, and Earl Grey.
Angela HuApril 13, 2013
The best combo: Moroccan fig, fresh mint & rosemary...now that's true Florentine gelato.
MarcelAugust 11, 2013
Might be the best ice cream in NY! Come back often as the flavors change every few days!
Kay TeoMarch 19, 2015
Better gelato than italy. Get the thai birds eye chili dark chocolate flavor.
Village VoiceSeptember 19, 2011
Experiment with the wacky and wild gelato flavors this place has to offer -- we recommend the Mango and Plum Sorbert!
Ryan GallagherOctober 8, 2018
Outstanding gelato. Wide variety of ever changing flavors.
Lulu ChengJune 3, 2012
Hard to go wrong with any of the flavors here but black sesame, peanut butter and coconut were standouts
Julie MorseMarch 28, 2016
Amazing chocolate crunch gelato, combined with the salty caramel
Aron CohenJuly 13, 2015
they take their flavors seriously. not too sweet, not too heavy. just right.
Kimmie OhhMay 10, 2020
They serve unique gelato & sorbet flavors here!

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