CLOSED: GIO Gelati

Veg Options Italian Gelato, Vegan Sorbetto

★ 4.4 · $$ · Permanently closed

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Amenities: deck Outdoor Seating

lightbulb Popular tips:  "Try the vegan pistachio gelato for a creamy nutty flavor" "Try the vegan pistachio gelato for a creamy nutty flavor"
"Ask for a tasting before choosing your flavors to find your favorites"
"All cones are vegan and gluten-free"
"Vegan gelato is located separately from regular gelato; don’t miss it"
"Some vegan flavors may be mislabeled, so double-check with staff"
 

restaurant_menu Must-try:  pistachio, gelato, banana pistachio — popular (×7)
gelato — popular (×17)
banana — popular (×3)
hazelnut — popular (×2)
sorbet — popular (×5)
 

thumb_up Praised for:  friendly service, generous portions, cozy atmosphere friendly service ×15
generous portions ×4
cozy atmosphere ×2
good value ×2
 

A cozy Italian gelato shop with a strong focus on local Californian elements, GIO Gelati stands out for its broad selection of flavors, including a generous range of vegan sorbets and rice milk-based vegan gelatos. The venue is small with limited indoor seating but offers a pleasant experience with friendly, knowledgeable staff eager to offer tastings before purchase. Prices are reasonable, portions generous, and the shop also carries some Italian specialty food items, creating a well-rounded Italian treat destination.