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Pappalecco

Ice Cream Parlor, Dessert Shop, and Café$$$$

Little Italy, San Diego

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Pappalecco

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Ranked #3 for desserts in San Diego
The gelato at Pappalecco is a can't miss
"Definitely recommended for those who love the true Italian gelato!"(48 Tips)
"Loved the veggie focaccia and the crostata Nutella."(2 Tips)
"Delicious espresso order a pastry too while you're at it"(18 Tips)
"Authentic Italian feel and people are so nice!"(3 Tips)

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Scot ChisholmAugust 6, 2011
Been here 100+ times
Best Americanos in town. Try a small with extra shot if you really want a kick.
Joshua AlexanderAugust 25, 2011
The paninis are amazing. Sit down...relax and enjoy with a cappuccino.
Katie KearseyApril 7, 2013
Gelato heaven! Hazelnut and pistachio were delish.
Andrea VDecember 5, 2010
The gelato is amazing here, hands down the best around. The coco gelato is delicious!!!
Pelin Güvenç KefelMarch 22, 2016
Been here 10+ times
Probably best gelato I've ever had!
becky tsangApril 30, 2014
Coffee-chocolate is strong and probably my favorite flavor.
Maritza SpitlerFebruary 14, 2012
everything i had was so good, and they open early enough!
.May 28, 2015
cinnamon ice cream is a must!!! 👌🏻🍦
Ann SchraderAugust 7, 2011
The best gelato in Little Italy. Great little breakfast and croissant place too.
GeauxDC FoodieOctober 20, 2016
One word incredible. The coffee, espresso, food are divine. The beautiful authentically Italian wait staff accentuate and enhance the experience. A must if there ever was one. I'm in love Bella!!!!!!
Tim ErdmannJune 9, 2012
Try the ham, egg, & cheese croissant with a cappuccino.
ZahideApril 14, 2015
Great ice cream in the town loved coffee flavor.
Stephen Neill O'BrienApril 6, 2016
Been here 10+ times
Anything....eat n drink.... Worth it
Henry ChienJune 30, 2013
The Pappalecco house flavored gelato is delicious.
Heather PimentelJanuary 23, 2012
Best gelato around. Also love the coffee.
Dylana BuchananAugust 9, 2014
Cinnamon roll and milk and chocolate gelato
EceJanuary 6, 2016
Been here 10+ times
Beyond the expectations! It has European style in everything!
Mikahla VicinoMarch 18, 2017
It doesn't get more refreshing than coconut gelato.
Trisha BaltazarSeptember 19, 2021
Took soooo long! Like 1 hour for 1 sandwich
Stephen Neill O'BrienAugust 7, 2016
Been here 10+ times
I shall live here.....
Stephen Neill O'BrienApril 12, 2016
Been here 10+ times
The BEST!!!!!!
Scot ChisholmJuly 22, 2011
Been here 100+ times
Espresso here is great. Try an iced Americano on a hot day...
Darren BurtonJune 18, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Best paninis in SD! Favorite so far is the Melanzana.
Felix ChongFebruary 28, 2014
Great place for breakfast
Catalina PíaJuly 24, 2017
Veggie focaccia is love
Cole CorreaAugust 14, 2014
Gelato is made everyday! :)
Jon checked in!May 15, 2011
Wonderful service pet friendly great food. Italian sausage for bfast!
Rene VillarrealOctober 2, 2014
Pistachio gelatto is amazing!
LeeanneSeptember 23, 2011
Banana and nutella gelato are the way to my heart.
Arthur MitchellJanuary 6, 2012
The barrista left much to be desired...who makes a latte by pouring the expresso through the foam. UGH Amateurs
Onur Ekim SoykanOctober 25, 2012
It was great breakfast with italian musics. :)
상 정January 6, 2016
High quality Gelato
Majid AlbalushiAugust 7, 2016
Espresso Afogatto
KadirAugust 24, 2014
Classic...
Chefs FeedAugust 22, 2014
Joe Magnanelli, chef of Cucina Urbana, eats here on his nights off. He loves the Affogato. Read more
Ethan TurkeltaubAugust 16, 2014
Nutella. Gelato. That is all.
Eric OlsonFebruary 23, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Best Italian style espresso in San Diego!
Cristian JimenezAugust 16, 2014
Nocciolato & Pistacchio
•Ivcha Veljkovic•July 22, 2011
Been here 100+ times
Omelete Classico is my fav brekfast! So delicious
T-Bone FestMarch 19, 2012
The hot chocolate is really, really, really good.
doublewangerMay 1, 2011
Been here 5+ times
The ham cheese and egg croissant looks delish!
Luke WhiteMay 26, 2015
Try the pistachio gelato
egemen cifciMay 4, 2016
Cofee, icecream,
Felix ChongMarch 1, 2014
Breakfast is great!
Brian ClancyJune 2, 2017
Affogato!!!
Nina YasavulOctober 15, 2019
Amaretto🙌🏻
Mary YocumJanuary 30, 2016
People are awesome
DanHy DoJune 8, 2013
Love the gelato!
Matt MarcinNovember 26, 2015
Their iced coffee tasted burnt the last 3 times I went. Won't be back.
Phillip LorenzoJanuary 2, 2010
Been here 10+ times
Delicious espresso order a pastry too while you're at it

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