Paolo's Gelato Italiano Ice

(404) 607-0055

1025 Virginia Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30306 33.7823 -84.3534

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Neighborhoods: Virginia Highland, Northeast, Northeast

PAOLOSGELATO.COM

Price:

$

Last updated 8.28.11

Category:

Ice Cream Parlors, Dessert Shops

Payment Methods:

Cash

Restaurant Special Features:

Lunch Spot, Cheap Eats

Smoking Permitted:

No

What People Are Saying About Paolo's Gelato Italiano Ice

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The Scene – Tiny, charming, and chock-full of whimsy, this instantly likeable gelato and sweets boutique stands out in a neighborhood full of eye-catching shops and restaurants. An enormous fiberglass ice cream cone stands watch by a popular bench outside. Inside, every inch of space is crammed with colorful displays of imported lollipops, chocolates, and premium Italian coffees. Service is friendly, and, if the owner Paolo gets involved, a bit crazy in the nicest possible way. – – The Food – Paolo's menu includes gelato "art" (fanciful creations like "Eggs Sunny Side…

dessert
87.5% positive
  1. “The server was so NASTY (read: unprofessional) that my niece who had never experienced Gelato still has not tasted what I think is the best dessert in the world.”
  2. “This is a great area of town to take someone new to Atlanta and get them some of the most unique dessert around.”
  3. “STRACIATELLA (like chocolate chip) Just so good !”
  4. “In reality its just good ice cream.”
food quality
100.0% positive
  1. “had lunch at George's on Sunday and then remembered that Paolo's is right around the corner so I headed in for some yummy gelato.”
  2. “know Paolo goes out of his way to "really sell the authentic italian feeling" (and it does sell), but why can't the quality of the gelato match that feeling?”
  3. “They also have dog gelato, so you can bring Fifi along for a tasty treat as well.”
  4. “The pistachio gelato was tasty.”
  5. “would recommend "what's the scoop" for a more authentic taste.”
  6. “Paolo's creations, made fresh daily, are delicious.”
overall
100.0% positive
  1. “Serving more than a few flavors of gelato, Paolo's in Virgina Highland is a great place to go after dinner for a sweet summer treat.”
return potential
100.0% positive
  1. “There is a great temptation to over indulge, but I just make it my goal to return again soon.”
service
59.089999198913574% positive
  1. “The server had terrible people skills and had the personality of a goat !”
  2. “but definiteley not worth the $5 price tag or the poor service!”
  3. “The smell was fantastic, unfortunately the service was s$#* !”
  4. “Gelato is average and service is horrible.”
  5. “Ask for samples, Staffs are very nice & extremely friendly.”
  6. “Owner Paolo Della Zorza is friendly to all.”
  7. “He makes an excellent gelato and gives the best service.”
  8. “Very friendly staff too.”
  9. “There is so much hype and since most people don't really know what gelato is supposed to be like they believe the hype and say its awesome gelato.”
  10. “Terrible service!”
  11. “The server was so NASTY (read: unprofessional) that my niece who had never experienced Gelato still has not tasted what I think is the best dessert in the world.”
value
33.3299994468689% positive
  1. “And although the gelato is good, the prices are too high for the little portions.”
  2. “The gelato is just average and not worth the expensive pricetag.”
  3. “but definiteley not worth the $5 price tag or the poor service!”
1 Star Rating: Poor

02/21/11

1st and Last Visit

by 76541

Went there for the 1st time yesterday and will Never go back again! The woman behind the counter was so RUDE I can't even remember what the gelato tasted like. Should have read the reviews 1st . Forced to give 1 Star because a rating is required. Should be Zero.

THE WORST SERVICE IN ATLANTA - FOR SURE!!!!!

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

10/22/10

If I close my eyes, I can pretend I'm in Italy...

by waterfall princess

Undoubtedly the best gelato in ATL.

Sure, Paolo has all kinds of sweet treats on display (I'm curious about the chocolate pyramids) but don't get distracted -- you want the gelato. I am passionate about the stracciatella gelato, which is like vanilla, only creamier and infused with bits of sweet chocolate. There are other flavors, but I need only one...

The first time I ever had stracciatella was in Italy, and I completely fell in love. Now when I want to remember those sunny days along the coast of Italy, I make the drive to Paolo's. Parking in VA-HI is a pain, but I guess it's easier (and cheaper) than a flight to Europe. And if I close my eyes, I can pretend I'm in Italy...

1 Star Rating: Poor

07/11/10

You must be kidding me ... Paolo's sucks.

by Atltraveller

The most overrated establishment in Atlanta. We just got back from 4 weeks in Italy and this "gelato" is not as good as the worst gelato we had in Italy (and we tried 5 different flavors). We also tried their Tiramisu and Profiteroles ... horrible too. Tiramisu tasted like congealed egg nog and the Profiteroles tasted like poor supermarket products. I cannot believe that anyone who ever had real Italian gelato would like this place. I would never bring my Italian friends here because they would hate it. I wanted this place to be good ... too bad. Baskin and Robbins, Ben and Jerrys have better desserts and are less expensive.

  • Pros: It has nice decor.
  • Cons: Terrible gelato and desserts, expensive, long lines.
1 Star Rating: Poor

07/08/10

Not as Italian as he claims

by Silviar

Any real Italian person (especially someone like me who grew up in the hart of Gelato) will tell you this taste nothing like real Italian gelato.... I found the ingredients were not fresh at all, gelato was overpriced and service was soo and soooo.....very disappointing......it seems to me they are cutting corners thinking perhaps that over here no one will know the difference....not so fast....

Paolo devi fare di meglio....

  • Pros: None really
  • Cons: overprices and not gelato
4 Star Rating: Recommended

03/29/10

Fabulous gelato in the heart of the Highlands

by Casey Horton

Tucked away in the adorable Virginia Highlands area, Paolo's is a quaint little shop specializing in Italian Gelato. Behind the gorgeous case of colorful gelato, you'll find a friendly face to help you choose the flavor of your choice, or sample a few if you can't quite decide. With choices ranging from Amaretto to Green Tea to Rosemary, it can be a tough decision, though, no matter what you decide I'm sure you'll be pleased. Stroll over to Paolo's after dinner one night and sample a gelato. You won't be disappointed.

The Details on Paolo's Gelato Italiano Ice

Place Categories:

  • best pistachio gelato
  • great place
  • horrible service
  • amazing flower flavors
  • very nice staffs
  • most unique dessert
  • great gelato spot
  • authentic taste
  • excellent personality
  • great temptation
  • cold february
  • friendly owner paolo della zorza
  • good ice cream
  • nasty server
  • love cannoli
  • love wiseguys
  • good care
  • fantastic smell
  • tasty treat
  • authentic italian feeling
  • horrible average
  • perfect stop
  • amazing real gelato
  • wonderful ie
  • best gielato outside

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