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Pappalecco

Ice Cream Parlor, Dessert Shop, and Café$$$$

Little Italy, San Diego

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Ranked #3 for desserts in San Diego
This ice cream parlor is famous for their gelato. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"Definitely recommended for those who love the true Italian gelato!"(48 Tips)
"Loved the veggie focaccia and the crostata Nutella."(2 Tips)
"Authentic Italian feel and people are so nice!"(3 Tips)
"Delicious espresso order a pastry too while you're at it"(18 Tips)

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Akiko IAugust 11, 2014
Good: banana gelato. Not bad: chicolate&amaretto. Good gelato but Limited varieties.
Mikahla VicinoMarch 18, 2017
It doesn't get more refreshing than coconut gelato.
Jacques ChiracNovember 1, 2015
Ice cream is unconvincing despite all the "natural ingredients" buzzing.
.May 28, 2015
cinnamon ice cream is a must!!! 👌🏻🍦
GeauxDC FoodieOctober 20, 2016
One word incredible. The coffee, espresso, food are divine. The beautiful authentically Italian wait staff accentuate and enhance the experience. A must if there ever was one. I'm in love Bella!!!!!!
Ann SchraderAugust 7, 2011
The best gelato in Little Italy. Great little breakfast and croissant place too.
becky tsangApril 30, 2014
Coffee-chocolate is strong and probably my favorite flavor.
Scot ChisholmAugust 6, 2011
Been here 100+ times
Best Americanos in town. Try a small with extra shot if you really want a kick.
Maritza SpitlerFebruary 14, 2012
everything i had was so good, and they open early enough!
Henry ChienJune 30, 2013
The Pappalecco house flavored gelato is delicious.
Falcon DarkstarOctober 30, 2016
If there is a line, leave it alone. There are like 4 tables and service can be slow.
Jeff ChramostaJune 20, 2014
The nutella and pistachio were very d-lish!
Joshua AlexanderAugust 25, 2011
The paninis are amazing. Sit down...relax and enjoy with a cappuccino.
Stephen Neill O'BrienApril 12, 2016
Been here 10+ times
The BEST!!!!!!
Felix ChongFebruary 28, 2014
Great place for breakfast
Andrea VDecember 5, 2010
The gelato is amazing here, hands down the best around. The coco gelato is delicious!!!
Stephen Neill O'BrienApril 6, 2016
Been here 10+ times
Anything....eat n drink.... Worth it
Chefs FeedAugust 22, 2014
Joe Magnanelli, chef of Cucina Urbana, eats here on his nights off. He loves the Affogato. Read more
Rene VillarrealOctober 2, 2014
Pistachio gelatto is amazing!
Catalina PíaJuly 24, 2017
Veggie focaccia is love
Stephen Neill O'BrienAugust 7, 2016
Been here 10+ times
I shall live here.....
Tim ErdmannJune 9, 2012
Try the ham, egg, & cheese croissant with a cappuccino.
상 정January 6, 2016
High quality Gelato
Dylana BuchananAugust 9, 2014
Cinnamon roll and milk and chocolate gelato
Heather PimentelJanuary 23, 2012
Best gelato around. Also love the coffee.
Majid AlbalushiAugust 7, 2016
Espresso Afogatto
Trisha BaltazarSeptember 19, 2021
Took soooo long! Like 1 hour for 1 sandwich
Scot ChisholmJuly 22, 2011
Been here 100+ times
Espresso here is great. Try an iced Americano on a hot day...
LeeanneSeptember 23, 2011
Banana and nutella gelato are the way to my heart.
Cole CorreaAugust 14, 2014
Gelato is made everyday! :)
Darren BurtonJune 18, 2011
Been here 5+ times
Best paninis in SD! Favorite so far is the Melanzana.
Jon checked in!May 15, 2011
Wonderful service pet friendly great food. Italian sausage for bfast!
Cristian JimenezAugust 16, 2014
Nocciolato & Pistacchio
Eric OlsonFebruary 23, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Best Italian style espresso in San Diego!
T-Bone FestMarch 19, 2012
The hot chocolate is really, really, really good.
Luke WhiteMay 26, 2015
Try the pistachio gelato
KadirAugust 24, 2014
Classic...
•Ivcha Veljkovic•July 22, 2011
Been here 100+ times
Omelete Classico is my fav brekfast! So delicious
Onur Ekim SoykanOctober 25, 2012
It was great breakfast with italian musics. :)
Felix ChongMarch 1, 2014
Breakfast is great!
Ethan TurkeltaubAugust 16, 2014
Nutella. Gelato. That is all.
Mary YocumJanuary 30, 2016
People are awesome
Ashley PumaMay 13, 2010
I've worked there and ate there. Love it all! Mi manchi tanto fra bucci!
DanHy DoJune 8, 2013
Love the gelato!
Brian ClancyJune 2, 2017
Affogato!!!
LeeJuly 8, 2013
Wifi password: pappalecco
doublewangerMay 1, 2011
Been here 5+ times
The ham cheese and egg croissant looks delish!
Nina YasavulOctober 15, 2019
Amaretto🙌🏻
egemen cifciMay 4, 2016
Cofee, icecream,
Arthur MitchellJanuary 6, 2012
The barrista left much to be desired...who makes a latte by pouring the expresso through the foam. UGH Amateurs

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