Dolce Neve

This is frozen dessert heaven. Period. First time here and I sampled several different flavors (gladly offered by the knowledgeable friendly staff person) before settling on the Salted Caramel and Almond Gelato — 2 flavors. Forced my accompanying friend to have a small of the salted caramel, my treat, even though she was stuffed from dinner. She finished the whole thing!

Cute little gelato shop! I got the goat cheese and blueberry gelato/​ricotta almond combo and it was so good! There is definitely parking in the back so feel free to drive over. I paid just shy of $ 10 for a small cup and a ice cream bar– totally worth it on such a nice day. The lady helping us out was super sweet and was more than patient in letting us try different flavors.
It’s seeing shops like this in Austin that makes me glad I moved here. Keep it up, team!

One of my favorite ice cream places in Austin for sure! It’s been a while since I’ve had gelato i Italy, but from what I remember, this place definitely fulfills and satisfies my gelato cravings!
I got the dolce neve, pistachio, salted caramel, and vanilla the last time I came here. All delicious flavors. While I wish some flavors had been kicked up a little bit, I still loved the creaminess and sweetness that each flavor delivered. My favorites are the pistachio and dolce neve by far, not only because of the lightness of the gelato itself but also because of the bright flavors! I happen to love pistachio ice cream of any variety, and this probably tops my list of pistachio favorites! I also am a sucker for anything lemon so the dolce neve (egg custard with lemon zest) definitely satisfied my lemon craving without giving me anything too mouth puckeringly sour!
An Austin favorite that I definitely will return to!

OMG, and not just because it’s in the hood. I found this place at the recent Wine & Swine festival – they were there, serving bacon ice cream (oh yes, they did) Naturally, I had to follow them home.
Cute little house on S. 1^st, full of folks at 10p.m. on a Friday night. Amazing choices and so many that I wanted to try. Having become a bit annoyed with the guy in front of us who held up the line trying all of them… I decided to dive right in.
Don’t let the high price scare you to death, I ordered the small and not only were they able/​willing to put two flavors in there, they packed it in like you wouldn’t believe. I selected a salted chocolate that I adored and a toasted hazelnut that was a little sweet for me. Mixed, this was my perfect «sweet» spot. My man chose the namesake flavor, which is a custardy, melt in your mouth, perfect sweetness with a hint of lemon. I could probably eat that all day long.

What a fantastic little accidental discovery!
Who would’ve thought you can mix together candied chestnut and a peanut-​butter like pistachio flavor together to create such amazingness in your mouth. Mind is officially blown.
The people were super nice too and we felt like they’ve been in the area forever despite its unusually modern décor in the midst of old Austin un-​architecture.
Add this spot in your Austin ice cream/​gelato adventures. A sleeper hit!

I didn’t expect gelato to be THIS good. NOT in the State of Texas. They quickly evoked my memory and love for Latteria’s gelato in Miami. For sure, the gelato is the best I’ve had in the entire State — beating the bigger city powerhouses of Dallas and Houston.
The gelato here is made fresh daily — you can come early enough to even sample them as they’re churning out gelato with their imported Italian gelato maker that’s proudly (and rightly so) displayed behind the glass.
And the flavors? Authentic Italian, and authentic Texan. Italian in the ways that they have the typical Italian flavors (stracciatella) and the less-​common Italian flavors (cassata, even with pieces of candied fruits!!!); and they have things Texan (whiskey and pecan). And they were all truly the freshest and great-​tasting gelato that I’ve had in almost anywhere.
Of the flavors I tried, I loved the Whiskey & Pecan, Cassata, and Opal Basil. My cousin also raved about their pistachio flavored ice cream but the didn’t have it the day I was there (or I just simply found out about it too late!)
I also was surprised that they have American style ice cream sandwiches — and with Italian gelato flavors. That’s something that I haven’t seen much of since most Italian gelato shops I’ve seen make their ice cream sandwiches with a brioche.
This is a must visit when you’re in Austin — the caliber is bar none!

I’m pretty biased because one of my good friends, Allison Y., used to work here, so whenever I’m in Austin, this is the first ice cream/​gelato/​cold treat shop I think to go to. I like the different flavors and that they’re always making new ones so I feel like I never get the same flavors, except salted caramel. That one’s a classic. They let you try any flavor you like and as many as you like. My friends each tried six flavors last time, and the servers were super friendly. Their popsicles are good, too. Even though the cups look small, they actually contain quite a bit of gelato! I like their waffle cones, too, which are never stale to me.
I do not like that they only have a few chairs and tables. Whenever I come, I always come in groups, and we have to move the chairs around or there aren’t enough chairs. Also, parking kind of sucks. There are only 5 or so unmarked spaces in the tiny «backyard» and getting in and out almost always makes me feel like I’m going to hit a pedestrian.
Still, the gelato is good enough to keep me coming back without a second thought!

Found this place on Unilocal and I ca see why it’s rated so well! When something tastes really good and has a strong but developed flavor, I get a certain awesome food sensation that I just have to verbally describe. The Salted caramel was the bomb. Tiramisu was legit. Dolce
Neve rocks my socks. Great customer service, and while it’s busy, they aren’t pushy and are willing to let you try several flavors and await your decision. And it’s busy rightfully so! Yet still somehow, the locale has a very quaint old-​house ambiance, which goes nicely with the creamy ice cream /​gelato. I won’t forget you, Dolce Neve…

My favorite gelato place in Austin. I will come here any chance I get! :)
My favorite flavor of all time is their black raspberry coconut gelato. It is so pretty and tastes so good. (Coconut haters stay away). I also hate raspberries, but I don’t think this has a very strong raspberry flavor! I also like their Dolce Crema (?) flavor which is like an egg custard with lemon flavor. The workers are super nice (especially Janice! hehe), and the portions are worth what you pay.
They also have yummy gelato sandwiches I have yet to try. Will try eventually!
A con would be that they do not offer a lot of sorbet flavors. They will usually have one or maybe two, but I feel like they don’t rotate it as often as the gelato flavors. The good sorbet flavors are lemon and grapefruit.
The whole shop is really cute. They do have limited seats though (indoor and outdoor). Another plus is they have private parking in the back.
I would so work here if I could drive because I’m already giving them so much of my own money HAHA.

My interaction here was small,
but the staff was friendly and let me taste whatever I wanted.
I’m into goat cheese and was pretty decided when I saw it,
but entertained other flavors.
The tiniest cup even felt like too much,
it will feel pretty steep for the size ($ 4 and change)
until you start eating it and you’re like
did I need this much?
Was there a smaller size?
Will I finish it?
You might doubt yourself
depending on your food intake prior,
but I believe in you.
A single scoop really goes a long way.
So don’t forget that.
The coffee situation made me a baby bit sad.
I was batted away from a latte
when the staff told me the almond milk doesn’t foam well.
And that’s okay, I appreciate their dedication to technique.
I ended up walking a block or two down to the food truck park
to get a cup at Holy Cocoa
so things worked out.
They really did, thanks for caring.

Awesome experience! Great tasting gelato and even better service.
They have so many varieties of different flavors. Some may not appeal to you, but I encourage you to try as many as possible in order to find your perfect flavor. The best part is that the workers are super friendly and let you try as many as you want. Sometimes when I go into ice cream shops and try a bunch of flavors the workers don’t seem too happy, but the people here want you to try as many as you want!
I had a small with the dolce neve flavor (I think that’s what it was called… It was lemon and egg custard I believe?) and pistachio. The pistachio was OUT OF THIS WORLD. You have to try this flavor. It’s not like regular pistachio ice cream. The pistachio nuttiness comes through so well and rich. At first it was very strong, but as I ate it the smoothness took over and I was sold. The other flavor was great as well! The lemon made the flavor lighter and counteracted the richness of the pistachio really well.
The environment of the place makes it feel like your grandmas house. I can’t wait to come back and try some more stuff! The ice cream is more on the expensive side, but the flavors and experience are well worth the price!

Dolce Neve is just amazing. The gelati were great, and they were made all the more amazing by the passion of the owners about their product.
Leo was the person who helped us out on our visit, and since we went when it was not busy, he was able to tell us about how they got started. He pointed out to us that what you see is what you get. Their business model is all about transparency: everything was made in front of everyone. On our visit, he was making the gelato base and macerating strawberries. And there were no unpronounceable ingredients around!
Now to the gelati… They were amazing! We were able to try the grapefruit and mint sorbet, and mascarpone & lemon before settling on the gianduja and chocolate with orange peels. Everything we tried was divine. The gianduja did not skimp on the hazelnut flavor without sacrificing any of the amazing chocolate flavor. The chocolate with orange peels was also great with the nice citrus aftertaste.
It is a shame that Dolce Neve is not in my neighborhood. I can see myself hanging out here and learning more about gelato and really, just having a pleasant conversation with Leo. Next time I am in Austin, they may well be my very first stop.

My last stop in Texas! After water biking, I needed some ice cream so went to this cute little place. It has limited parking so good luck. The gelato comes in cute containers so you cant see what they scoop. I saw the flavors and wasnt really impressed so I got the pistachio ice cream cookie. I thought overall it was good but nothing to make me crave it. Hmm I wish I was a fan as I usually am with gelato but just wasnt sold.

I heard about this gem from a friend who also knows his food. I was in Austin for a week, and I visited this spot twice in that time. The gelati are amazing, and the flavors offered change every day. When I went by on a Saturday afternoon, one of the owners was making a fresh batch. I wish I could have tried it right then and there, but good things take time.
The first time I went in, I asked one of the staff which two flavors I absolutely had to try since I am not often in Austin. She looked unsure and proceeded to sell me on every flavor they had that day. Having run out of flavors to introduce, she told me to try all of them if they all sounded interesting, and I did after her gentle arm-​twisting. After careful deliberation, I decided on the peach sorbet with mascarpone and fig gelato in a small cup. I savored every tiny bite.
The second time, I tried another copious number of flavors and went for the Crema Dolce Neve (egg custard with lemon) and chocolate with candied orange peels. Again, mind-​blowing.
Next time I’m in town, I’m definitely going to try their gelato sandwiches and gelato pops.

First Time:
Walked in, smelled like vomit. Gelato wasn’t impressive at all, so I don’t even remember what flavors I ordered. I do remember ordering the ice cream sandwich, which was pretty bland.
Second Time:
I really wanted to like this spot. I have friends who are OBSESSED with their gelato. This time, I tried these flavors: Dolce Neve + Rose Water Pistachio + Salted Caramel + Goat Cheese w/​Chocolate Chips. Flavors were obviously unique and good, but the consistency was not smooth, but rather icy.
I do want to call out that the service is friendly and quick.
I think I’ll stick with my other gelato spots in town…

Dolce Neve never ceases to impress me!
Pros:
–Every time I come, there are new flavors to try. Whoever comes up with the unique flavor pairings is churning gelato with his/​her heart and soul.
–the servers were patient and gave us so many samples before we could decide what to order!
–sorbet or gelato, it’s all darn good! I especially like their multiple variations of chocolate, and lemon gelato.
Neutral:
–I dunno if it’s because of sheer luck that every time I’ve gone, my friends and I have found a table to sit as well as a parking space. Parking spots and chairs are sparse, but when you get them, it’s easy to have a great experience!

These guys always have really good flavors. So inconsistent, but consistent! Parking is kind of tricky if you haven’t been here before. Make sure you follow the flow of traffic since the parking lot is a one-​way.
One day when I grow up, I’m going to be gelato.

Best gelato I’ve had since Italy! I absolutely loved the Mascarpone & Lemon Zest flavor. It had the correct creaminess expected from authentic gelato, and a flawless balance of light and sweet with a slight acidic kick from the lemon zest. The ricotta honey pistachio was also delicious.
Parking is a struggle and the line can be kind of slow, but it is worth it! If you value quality, Dolce Neve is a fantastic option for dessert.

My fave flavor is their Stracciatella and I always call before heading over to see if they have it. They’re never impatient and will even pull it out from the back freezer for me!
Writing an update because we walked in the other day and when they didn’t have any of my lovely Stracciatella, I politely said I would come back later when they did. I usually will get other flavors but I just hard a hardcore craving that day. The owner was there and said he would MAKE a whole batch of it and that it would be ready in 30 mins.
Now THAT is service. Five stars again for Dolce Neve.

This may be the cutest little place I’ve ever been to :)
I was there right when they opened at 11am (lol) and really enjoyed a friendly chat with one of the owners, Leo, who is actually from Italy. I’m no gelato expert but I do enjoy it from time to time. I had it a few times in LA and once in Vegas and I don’t think the flavors were anything unique like what they have at this place.
I had a small cup mixed with 3 flavors: strawberry, chocolate and blackberry coconut (I’m 99% sure of the name, can’t exactly remember, and I don’t see it listed on their website)…They were ALL delicious and ALL vegan which made me extremely happy! :) My favorite was the chocolate as it was very rich.
This is such a charming, cute, pleasant little place with wonderful owners and great gelato.