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Most Sought-After Gelato in Rome
- October 15, 2025
- Rated 5 of 5 by
airynfaerie from St. Augustine, Florida
I'd heard about the legendary San Crispino many times before actually visiting. Even after traveling to Rome multiple times, it wasn't until my last trip that I was able to taste Rome's most famous gelato, founded by brothers Pasquale and Giusseppe Alongi.
With 5 locations throughout Rome, including one in the Terminal A of the Fiumicino Airport, most visitors to Rome stop at 2 of the locations in the heart of the city center. One is by the beautifully famous Fountain of Trevi, and the original is just a few steps away from the glorious Pantheon. A few times I'd looked for this one near the Pantheon without finding it, but now I know...so if you walk out of the Pantheon into the piazza, you'll be facing McD's. Head to the small street up the left side of that, one block to the next small Piazza della Maddalena and it will be on the right corner.
When you walk in, you'll notice that the owners are serious about their gelato. First, a hand-written board announces the day's specials, only with seasonal flavors. Next, all the carefully, temperature-controlled creams reside in stainless steel, covered bins behind glass. So don't go looking for brightly colors heaps of melting gelato with sprinkles on top. Then there are stacks and stacks of various sized cups for you to choose from. They don't offer cones as the owners believe that any addition to the pure gelato will molest the taste.
Be sure to ask for a taste of any of the flavors you're considering...as there will be so many great-sounding concoctions that you'll probably have a hard time narrowing it down. From Cocoa & Rum, Ginger & Cinnamon, and Black Fig to Whisky, Soft Ricotta, and many fruit sorbets, one could try a different flavor every hour during their stay in the ancient city.
For gelato-lovers and foodies, this is the premier gelato stop in Rome. Prices are reasonable and service is friendly. There are no seats inside,so plan to grab your cup to go!
• http://www.ilgelatodisancrispino.it/
• near Trevi Fountain : Via della Panetteria,42
• near Pantehon: Piazza della Maddalena, 3
• Open 11am-midnight Wed - Mon
From journal Delicious Dining Choices in Rome
San Crispino
- June 26, 2025
- Rated 3 of 5 by
italylover from St. Louis, Missouri
I'd heard rave reviews of San Crispino's gelato before I finally had a chance to try it. While it is good, it's a little overpriced. The portions aren't that big (and who wants just a little cup of gelato?), and the selection is somewhat limited. It's worth trying if you're in town for a few weeks and eating gelato on a daily basis, but if you're only in Rome for a few days, there are plenty of better and less expensive gelaterias nearby.
From journal A Study Abroad Semester in Rome
Editor Pick
San Crispino
- December 3, 2025
- Rated 3 of 5 by
kylebarber from Seattle, Washington
While gelato in Rome can't compare to the wonderful offerings in Florence, this small gelateria located next to the Fontana di Trevi ought to keep you satisfied while roaming the Eternal City. A wide variety of flavors, of both fruits and candies, are kept fresh in stainless steel vats. The salespeople are quick and efficient, yet remain friendly and do their best to explain in English what the flavors are. My only complaint is that the servings tend to be small, especially when the gelato is this good.
From journal Italy: Rome