Fresco Gelateria
(Now Closed)Ice Cream Parlor, Dessert Shop, and Café$$$$
East Village, New York
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Jeff BowenOctober 12, 2017Great late night work spot. Awesome gelato and desserts, good Wi-Fi (password is “mango123”), outlets, and a restroom next door (ask for the key). May close up to 45 min early if not busy.
Ashley ChanJanuary 23, 2017An amazing coffee shop that I stumbled across. The food selection is unbeatable- I tried their salted crumble gelato, white choc macademian cookie and maple pecan granola parfait and loved them all.
NetsirkDecember 21, 2014Nice small spot located near St. Marks with various flavors of gelato. Their espresso drinks are great with their delicious pastries. Good spot for meeting up with a small group of friends. Wifi here.- One of Manhattan's best kept secrets. Everything here is amazing, made with the best ingredients. Definitely try the ferrero icecream and the butter croissant with prosciutto cotto and swiss cheese!!
One of the better gelato places in Manhattan. Big scoops, rich texture, and refreshing flavors. Recommend peach yogurt, rosewater and lemon basil
unexpectedly, these are some of my favorite croissants in the city. also, their salami sandwich is amazing and not overwhelmingly large. ps: deb from smitten kitchen hangs out here during the day!
The ferrero tastes IDENTICAL to the Ferrero Rocher candy. This is madness. And alchemy. I am in love. Also recommend the affogato with vanilla bean, the chai latte and nutella banana croissants!
Doris FongJune 7, 2014Adorable decor. Simple yet clean. Each flavor is unique and true to it's name. I recommend the chocolate sorbet and rose water, my two favorites.
Love this place. Friendly service, affordable coffee and delicious food and pastries. Rarely crowded. I bet the gelato is really good too but I consider it a coffee shop.
Great atmosphere and environment for meeting up with friends or doing work. Gelato is good - try their interesting flavors! Tip: If you're a coffee snob, this place is not for you.
Rosewater & salted caramel gelato are definitely the best flavors ❤️ so light but flavorful at the same time. Love the cappuccino as well; a good amount of frothy milk foam on the top
Chocolate lovers must try the dark chocolate sorbet, yes I said sorbet. It is to die for.
Village VoiceAugust 15, 2014You'll find flavors that range from offbeat to classic--rosewater, goat cheese, and chocolate-hazelnut--but this being a Greek gelateria, you should be sure to try the mastic ice cream. Read more
The gelato is amazing, but their food is great too! Sandwiches, salads, etc. They have tons of veggie and vegan options as well. Plus the staff are the sweetest.
Lori LuoSeptember 4, 2014A variety of gelato and sorbet is served at this cozy café, including a Passionfruit Mojito, Piña Colada, and old-fashioned Vanilla.
Croissants from Ceci Cela, wonderfully affordable salads and sandwiches, and well crafted coffee. Plus the waitstaff can't be beat! Some of the nicest people in town.
Christina TroitinoAugust 11, 2014All of the drinks come with a cute little cookie. The gelato is also delicious. If you need the bathroom, it's behind the Ukrainian restaurant next door.
Jeremy IntalApril 2, 2014I normally don't leave tips, but seriously the best gelato in all of Manhattan and surrounding boroughs. Pistachio, goat cheese, Ferraro, anything really. And the owner is awesomesauce.
Brand TreeOctober 3, 2014You come for the gelato but I recommend you to get the croissant with nutella accompanied with a hot cappuccino. ;-)
Ioannis SarafidisApril 4, 2015Gelato is awesome with amazing flavors.Super sophisticated design ,great coffee,very friendly owners.Highly recommended!!
Yup, I agree, the gelato is pretty amazing. But the cookies, muffins, and other pastries are the real dark horses here!
Steve LucasOctober 11, 2013Americano was fantastic, well-balanced. Sampled some unusual and delicious gelato flavors: rosewater and goat cheese. Gorgeous space - cute for a quiet morning.
This gelato shop doubles as a cafe and does so beautifully. They brew La Colombe coffee. & their Nutella croissants are amazing!
Ron JFebruary 24, 2013I love the goat cheese gelato. The owners and staff are the BEST, and very welcoming. I come from Brooklyn just be in this great energy!
Jessie ChenFebruary 7, 2015Spent forever searching for a cute place that serves coffee and sandwiches in the area during a snow day and found this gem!
Kristina RudicJanuary 21, 2015Get half peanut butter and half chocolate in a waffle cone and enjoy the richest and creamiest gelato experience in NYC.
Rewan PartiApril 2, 2015Must try lemon basil and rosewater! You can never go wrong with vanilla bean.
Vivian VoMay 14, 2015Peach yogurt gelato - try it! Cute little spot with free wifi and there are outlets :) didn't see a bathroom though
Lulu BousamraDecember 1, 2018Such a cute place. Staff is so friendly. Baked goods are delicious. Vegan menu and gelato is awesome!
I love this place. They have great unusual flavors. The rosewater gelato is a must try, as well as the espresso.
Hard to believe the mango sorbet is a sorbetto! As rich as most a gelato, and with very little sugar added, it's delicious and healthy, the perfect dessert.
Beats half the gelato I've had in Italy.... Flavors are strong and texture is creamy. Try the rosewater, pistachio, and the sorbets!
Fresco's salted caramel gelato is less salty, less sweet, and much better than most of its ice cream cousins. It's won over a non-believer in the flavor.
The best gelato ever? In the world? YES! Always get the chocolate. Always.
Peanut butter and Ferrero gelato make a great combo. The salted crumble is worth a try too
Megan GMay 15, 2016The quinoa granola bowl with fruit and ricotta is the best breakfast, I crave it always.
Best ice cream in Manhattan, clean fresh flavors that are like nothing else. Owned by lovely brother and sister.
Kim PhamApril 25, 2015Aside from the crazy good gelato, this is a cute and cozy place to do some work.
Noah XifrJuly 20, 2015Delicious espresso & salted caramel gelato. Comfy bench areas & outlets to charge up! :-)
Vaidehi KSeptember 1, 2014Ferrero and Stracciatella flavors are amazing. The place itself is great looking as well.
Winn ODonnellSeptember 26, 2016Amazing gelato and the owner is often there looking over the place. Great small biz.
Love the clean and simple decor. White Rose and Vanilla is the perfect combo, your taste buds will thank you!
Nicolette RomeroFebruary 15, 2015Pop in on a cold day for a cup of hot chocolate. It's a great spot to people watch!
Daniel DoebrichSeptember 1, 2012Best gelato that you can find in whole Manhattan! Taste the rosewater and your senses will explode...
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East Village
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- Mon–Sun
- 8:00 AM–Midnight
(212) 677-6320
View menu on http://frescogelateria.com
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