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Pappalecco

Pappalecco

Ice Cream Parlor, Dessert Shop, and Café$$$$
Little Italy, San Diego
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    Go here. Experience the gelato. It's worth it.
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    Irene C.
    "Definitely recommended for those who love the true Italian gelato!"(48 Tips)
    Kate K.
    "Loved the veggie focaccia and the crostata Nutella."(2 Tips)
    Elise C.
    "Authentic Italian feel and people are so nice!"(3 Tips)
    Phillip L.
    "Delicious espresso order a pastry too while you're at it"(18 Tips)
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  • Karen C.heart icon on user image
    Karen ChiangJuly 19, 2016
    I still give the gelato edge to Bobboi in La Jolla, but this place gives them a run for their money. Could see this place having the best gelato in Little Italy. Tiramisu was also good.
  • Gil M.heart icon on user image
    Gil MoralesMarch 11, 2020
    This place just got a brand new face lift! On Wednesday they have a special, 50% all paninis! You can make it a soup/salad combo. The staff is super sweet and the coffee is super strong!
  • Josh N.heart icon on user image
    Josh NolanSeptember 25, 2016
    Best gelato and best espresso/coffee you'll find in the city. One location in hillcrest and also in little Italy. Often you'll find Italians there, very authentic. My very favorite coffee shop!!!
  • Elise C.heart icon on user image
    Elise ChretienMarch 25, 2017
    This is place is my favorite to visit in San Diego. Great decor, amazing service, and food is to die for. Authentic Italian feel and people are so nice!
  • Justin S.
    Justin SullivanDecember 8, 2014
    I could get addicted to the food, the hospitality and the sound of Italian. Get an extra side of balsamic glaze for your breakfast potatoes.
  • Nina G.
    Nina GhamrawiOctober 7, 2014
    The best gelato I've ever had! 3 flavors: papalecco's, pistachio, and hazelnut. And also a perfectly dry double cappuccino with almond biscotti!
  • Mohammedheart icon on user image
    MohammedMarch 22, 2016
    I had the best breakfast ever. Coffee and gelato absolutely great.
  • Meli
    MeliSeptember 3, 2014
    Top-notch gelato. The pistachio and the pappalecco are must tries! A small cup is $4.50 but well worth it. Avoid the strawberry.
  • Scott R.
    Scott R.March 6, 2012
    Arguably the best gelato in San Diego but DEFINITELY the best gelato in Little Italy. Do your taste buds a favor, avoid the inferior product on India Street and stop in here. You'll be glad you did.
  • Joe J.
    Joe JohnstonSeptember 20, 2011
    This is a true Italian experience. Pistachio is the test of a great gelato place: theirs is perfect. The espresso is Danesi, so it has robusta. Therefore, you need milk: macchiato or cappuccino.
  • Tony C.heart icon on user image
    Tony CorsiniFebruary 3, 2013
    The Pistachio gelato is AMAZING! You cannot go wrong with this flavor! Your tastebuds will thank you :)
  • Vickiheart icon on user image
    VickiJanuary 3, 2016
    Gelato was the best I've ever had. So authentic and a wide variety of flavors! Will be back to explore more !!
  • Monika D.
    Monika DarkoOctober 15, 2011
    Everything is amazing here. Try the paninis (with extra balsamic glaze) and the gelato... The pastries are great too. Oh and don't forget to get some delicious coffee!!
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    _May 25, 2017
    Authentic Italian gelato! Can't go wrong with any flavor.
  • Valerie G.heart icon on user image
    Valerie GathwrightOctober 2, 2016
    Great gelato, good strong coffee, excellent service
  • Kate K.heart icon on user image
    Kate KlampeAugust 25, 2017
    Loved the veggie focaccia and the crostata Nutella. The passion fruit iced tea is mild yet delicious.
  • Dominic R.heart icon on user image
    Dominic RiosJuly 22, 2013
    Been here 100+ times
    Best Gelato in San Diego. Plus, the atmosphere makes you feel like you are truly in Italy. Molto delizioso!
  • Steve R.heart icon on user image
    Steve RJuly 9, 2019
    Best pistachio ice cream/gelato I think I've ever had. Wasn't impressed with the dark chocolate though - tasted like sorbet.
  • Marsinah H.
    Marsinah HopkinsJanuary 14, 2015
    #frutti di bosco is so good! And the ppl here are so friendly! Also the #zucca is pretty darn good too!
  • Kelly W.heart icon on user image
    Kelly WeaverAugust 23, 2016
    Gelato, coffee, Italian a pastries. The place did not disappoint.
  • Irene C.
    Irene CiuciNovember 15, 2013
    Italians can't ask for more.. Definitely recommended for those who love the true Italian gelato!
  • Eugene K.heart icon on user image
    Eugene KhramtsovSeptember 3, 2017
    Strawberry Gelato here is really good, and probably the best customer service we've received in a while.
  • Eceheart icon on user image
    EceJuly 31, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Nutella gelato is special. I cant say the same for other flavors, especially fruity ones are not consistently well.
  • Ricardo J.heart icon on user image
    Ricardo JerezDecember 9, 2016
    Delicious gelatto!!!! After you pay you can try all flavors before you decide.
  • Kelly W.heart icon on user image
    Kelly WeaverAugust 23, 2016
    Gelato, coffee, Italian pastries, Canoli's.
  • Vallyriheart icon on user image
    VallyriMay 16, 2023
    Cute spot with fun flavors of gelato. They employees are super nice.
  • Blan S.heart icon on user image
    Blan SaagDecember 3, 2018
    The ice cream is so good, and the italian coffee latte is outstanding
  • Stephen Neill O.heart icon on user image
    Stephen Neill O'BrienAugust 7, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Need to learn Italian...it's a verbal challenge each time...I freakin love it🇧🇬
  • August D.
    August DaviesJanuary 27, 2014
    Been here 5+ times
    There's more than just coffee and ice cream. They also have delicious sandwiches (including breakfast)
  • Nikunj K.heart icon on user image
    Nikunj KothariMay 21, 2017
    Coffee + Chocolate gelato is simply bomb
  • Dave E.
    Dave EnglishAugust 8, 2013
    Try the Mare Breakfast - Salmon, fresh mozzarella, zucchini, greens, eggs, potatoes & Italian bread. Yum.
  • Joseph R.heart icon on user image
    Joseph RosenfeldAugust 5, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Absolutely the best gelato in town. Discovered it last year and remembered to return this year. Fabulous! Closes at 9:30 pm.
  • Nathan Y.heart icon on user image
    Nathan YuenMarch 24, 2017
    Pappalecco flavor is basically tiramisu, it goes well with pistachios 😋
  • Josh H.heart icon on user image
    Josh HoustonDecember 30, 2016
    Italian sodas are good and the gelato.
  • Ketie S.heart icon on user image
    Ketie SanerJuly 16, 2019
    Really good ice cream for a reasonable price! (2 scoops for 5$)
  • Mike K.heart icon on user image
    Mike KowalczykAugust 13, 2016
    One of the best gelato I've had this side of the Atlantic!
  • Marcus F.
    Marcus FoudyMarch 28, 2013
    Awesome gelato, the nutella was a bit rich foor my blood, but still delicious!
  • Zaki M.heart icon on user image
    Zaki ManianFebruary 21, 2016
    Amazing coffee and canoli. Great for breakfast
  • Atheer K.heart icon on user image
    Atheer KhaledMarch 27, 2016
    I got the perfect breakfast 😍 scrambled egg with baked salmon.
  • Roger M.heart icon on user image
    Roger MaSeptember 15, 2015
    Been here 10+ times
    Affigato is a great caffeine & sugar fix in a cup!
  • Catalina P.heart icon on user image
    Catalina PíaJuly 23, 2017
    Iced Chai tea latte is awesome with almond milk!!
  • Zahideheart icon on user image
    ZahideApril 14, 2015
    Great ice cream in the town loved coffee flavor.
  • Rebecca S.
    Rebecca SchultheisMay 4, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    Must try the marocchino... espresso, nutella & frothy milk amazingness!!!
  • Eceheart icon on user image
    EceJanuary 6, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Beyond the expectations! It has European style in everything!
  • Michael Antonio C.heart icon on user image
    Friendly staff and delicious gelati!
  • Suzanne Y.
    Suzanne YadaNovember 25, 2012
    Gelato on a croissant. I would have never thought of it, but it's fantastic!
  • Nicolas P.heart icon on user image
    Nicolas PolancoApril 1, 2016
    Awesome service! And Amazing Delicious Flavors
  • Pelin G.heart icon on user image
    Pelin Güvenç KefelMarch 22, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    Probably best gelato I've ever had!
  • Jamie I.heart icon on user image
    Jamie IacobucciNovember 9, 2016
    Small, quaint and true to all things Italian!
  • Katie K.
    Katie KearseyApril 7, 2013
    Gelato heaven! Hazelnut and pistachio were delish.
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