Gelatissimo

Need I remind my fellow Unilocalers that this is a SMALL business? I’m almost positive its family owned because every time I’ve gone in there the same friendly woman helps us. Why am I reminding you? Because that is probably why you have to pay a fee to use your card under $ 10. They don’t have a large contract with credit card companies such as the other franchises in the same shopping center.
Sidenote: the center plays oldies and other cool music all the time, which I love!
I have never experienced poor customer service here, even on our first visit. That being said, we have even been prompted with samples that we did not ask for. I am anxiously awaiting someones birthday so I can order a gelato cake and try it!
Many have posted about how prices are high, cups are small, or combinations of both. But if you consider that the gelato is hand made with fresh fruit/​ingredients, its really not that bad. You get what you pay for! Also, the small cups are satisfying. Gelato is rich and I can never seem to finish more then the smallest cup they sell. If you are looking for a ginormous cup of high fructose corn syrup, go up the street to Menchies or McDonald’s. Maybe the gelato is not «authentic» enough for some. But its West Covina guys, not Italy!
Flavors: the mango is SO AWESOME! The other fruit flavors (these are also safe for those who cannot have dairy) are good, but mango is my favorite. But all-​time favorite is the tiramisu gelato. Coffee is a close second. I have not tried a flavor I did not like.
Yesterday we finally tried the pastries and they are delicious too! The small lemon tart thing (I’m not sure exactly what its called) has gelato in it and it is worth every penny! Crème puffs are awesome, and I have a suspicion that they even make the chocolate there. Remember to let them thaw for about 10 – 15 mins before enjoying because they are in the freezer.
Will be there soon to try cannolis and cookies!

The flavors from this place are like nothing ice cream can compete with! Worth a try and an eye opener to flavor.

Located in the same plaza as Guppy House and 85C Bakery (specifically next door to Dog Haus).
My husband and I decided to come here last night since we were in the area and wanted dessert. Since it has been hot all weekend, why not have gelato? We came in around 8:40 pm and it was empty. I asked to try a few flavors and ended up getting them in a medium size cup ($ 4.79 prior to tax). I picked Snickers & Crocconite. The snickers tasted just like the candy bar, which was really good. Crocconite had a vanilla and chocolate chip flavor that was good.
Now why am I awarding this place 2 stars when the gelato was good you wonder? Well a few things to complain about: 1) the unisex restroom ran out of soap and toilet paper… completely disgusting and unacceptable. 2) $ 0.50 fee for transaction under $ 10 credit card purchases (so make to bring cash instead. 3) The most annoying problem that I am saving for last… the medium cup is pretty small. If you look carefully, you get ripped off with about ¼ inch less gelato. The bottom of the cup is actually raised (look underneath, you will see what I am talking about) and so you get this illusion that the cup if filled, but you are not getting as much as you would expect. Now the price in general seems acceptable to me because ice cream and gelato is just getting pricey… but the type of cup they use is rather deceiving, which I do not consider to be a good price at all.
I also want to mention that pricing for the gelato is pretty small and you may miss it (there is no extra cost for a cone or cup if you get a medium or large size and if you want whipped cream, it is an extra $ 0.60).
There is indoor seating but also outdoor as well.
Don’t waste your time here and go somewhere else.

Came here while I was on a visit from out of town. The gelato is amazing. On weekends they also make crepes. The nutella one was exceptional! Will definitely be back when I am in town.

Amazing little Gem in West Covina with some serious Authentic Gelato and desserts. Please make a pit stop and try this place out!
The owners are from Italy and speak it fluently to you if you would like to practice :)
My new Ice Cream… Im sorry Gelato Spot.

Homemade gelato by a nice Italian lady! Such a quaint authentic place to get gelato or a gelato cake!!! Definitely stop by if you are close by.

My mom accidently bought me a small size green tea/​matcha gelato. Quite frankly, I would NEVER get any «exotic”/nontraditional flavor at a gelato place. Anyway, I thought I might as well taste it, and I dont know what the heck is in it, but it DID NOT TASTE GOOD AT ALL. Not only was it waaaaay too sweet, it tastes EXACTLY like birthday cake frosting. I tasted NO green tea at all, not even a hint. My dad also agreed that it was overly sweet, and that it tastes like those canned cake frosting from the store. This review might seem over exaggerated, but I am very disappointed in this gelato place. If you are going to have exotic flavors to increase variety, at least make it taste like the flavor you say it is. I dont like giving places one star, because usually i feel that two is the lowest places deserve, but this gelato place is not good. I also tried my moms coffee and tiramisu, still to sweet, but flavor was eh. Wont be coming back here, too much sugar.

Interesting how you’ll find mixed reviews here and there and that’s all good. I guess a lot has to do with who’s on shift and what kind of day he or she is having because it ultimately reflects on business and I’m sure, management keeps a open mind to dismiss those that are not up to levels of expectations.
It’s oddly enough to find this family owned business right smack center between a coffee/​tea Asian cuisine restaurant with a «guppy» logo and a Asian bakery appropriately named after a temperature celsius. You have the «Italians» serving gelato ala old country. I didn’t bother to ask if samples were available but I was set on a small cup with two flavors, tiramisu and pistachio. My first taste impression was at proper temperature and my palate was quickly filled with a rich, soft and creamy dynamic taste and yet, minimal on sweetness which is always good. I also took advantage of a Espresso serving given to me in a traditional 3 piece set including a stainless steel mini spoon, matching white saucer and 3 oz espresso ceramic cup (eloquent) to wake me up too which I drank at the counter. I made small conversation with a woman dressed in her culinary white’s and sporting a Italian flag embroidered patch and a scripted first name. She was polite, soft spoken and was open to converse. She asked if this was my first and of course I said, yes. By the way, caffeine gave me a good jolt as expected, weak sauce not served here :)^
I actually saw this on my last visit to a nearby bakery (LOL) and had to look twice with their storefront logo that caught my eye. As you walk in, one is automatically attracted to all of the gelato flavors and pastries they have in view with your coffee selection to the right of register.
Next time I visit, I’ll make sure to upload pictures because today was not a good day for commuting with a little rain and a depleting battery down to 2%.
Conveniently located in the outskirts of West Covina parallel with I-​10 freeway, it really is a great stop with easy on and off access. Ample parking space in a contemporary architectural hardscape décor with a major revamp to existing structures that have been here for a few decades. One might recall this shopping center with a high vacancy and debilitating. Honestly the entire property has been revamped except for a small hamburger fast food establishment facing Citrus that dates back to the 50’s or 60’s.
Will I return, of course, I’m a commuter living on a freeway to and from everyday during the week.
Pura vida: D

tl;dr: Try the Affogato… nuf said…
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I’ve actually been aware of this place for a while, it’s just that I’m not frequenting this mall as much since I’ve gotten over my 85C iced coffee addiction. But I happen to be coming out of the Dog Haus when I spotted a poster board for espresso, cappuccino, etc. next door and I thought that an after-​lunch Affogato felt apropos…
I already know that this shop is as authentic Italian as you can get in WC, including all the comments about the proprietors being gelato Nazi occasionally but I didn’t have any issues ordering a scoop of Vanilla Bean in a glass with a pourover shot of fresh espresso, sans whipped cream, but do yourself a favor don’t take it to go. Demitasse spoon. Plain. Simple. Delizioso…
Anytime. Now I know where to go…

I would say the best place for gelato! It is really creamy and taste awesome. The owners are working there mother and son from Italy so you know the place is genuine. Loved the little desserts they had too, it was really tasty and well presented. I could recommend this place for any sweet tooth!

Stingy lady!
We wanted to try some taste test and she literally gave us a dot on the spoon and it took forever for me to figure out what i wanted because i only had a dot for taste test?!
I should of figured that they are a stingy company from the looks of her. She didn’t give us no free smiles and on top of that — their ice cream cups has not changed since i last visited, Teeny tiny cups.
Overall.I won’t recommend this place.

This place has plenty of options for anyone and everyone. Natural ingredients, healthy, and delicious! Super friendly staff and they also let my dog Rocky try a cup of gelato! Highly recommended. 5 stars *****

We never knew there was a gelato shop in this plaza! Stumbled in there on a Sunday night and were warmly met by Kati — the owner and a true Italian :) She told us the difference between ice cream and gelato — the latter one is made fresh and contains less fat and sugar — and made some great recommendations.
There was a big selection of flavors (including sorbets) and we tried vanilla, pistachio and green macha tea — loved them all! I was sold on the fact that Kati had a full espresso bar and she was not afraid to use it! I also saw some pastries and desserts in the window, which we will try next time. The prices are actually lower than anywhere in SGV. I am very excited to make it one of my favs :)

Went here for the cannoli and it was BGHAHMMM!!! The custard was very thin and was homemade. Also, they made it in front of me so the cannoli shells are still very crispy. They also have really great gelato and are also homemade.
When you walk in, the owners will probably greet you. They’re very friendly and really nice. It’s refreshing to know that they are Italians making authentic Italian dishes.
Great place for the dessert! Definitely won’t be my last.

Decided to come here for desert after having some Phở in the same plaza.
When me and my friends first walked in, it was empty literally, and there was no one in the front desk, so it gave us more time to browse through the flavors they had.
The girl that had helped us could be a little happy or fake it, we didn’t even get a welcome. She just came out and stare at us and waited for us to order. Like HELLOO. How are you doing to!!! I guess…
Anyways, we order two medium cups, and to my surprise, it’s pretty fulfilling because the cups looks super small.
We only get to choose two flavors also.
And they offer whip cream on top if you like.
I did ask to taste some of the flavors before choosing and they did give me samples.
In order to pay with a card, you have to purchase 10 $ or more, so bring cash in case!
After we made our purchase, the lady went to the back and never came back out… we wanted some more utensils and what not, but there was just no one to ask.
Overall, the flavors are pretty good, but don’t expect any service!
Tips: Try the flavor before deciding because some taste different than what you’re used to or expect!

Molto Delizioso is their Gelato!
Looking for a dessert-​dolce spot after having dinner in this area of West Covina, well this is it!
Service is superb and they allow samples and are more than happy to tell you how each flavor is. Their prices are fair and they offer a myriad of flavors. Don’t get all pissy if they do not have certain flavors available. Try to enjoy what they have.
My wife and I had two scoops each. And all of the flavors are so rich and pure of Gelato goodness. I had the Rocher and the Cannolo flavors in a small cup. My wife had tiramisu and salted caramel.
We will be back to try more Gelato and thanks for the read, you awesome Unilocalers!

I would rather get gelato from a carton then to come here :(especially when customer service is also very unpleasant.
I’m not sure if it was the girl serving our gelato or what. They specify the «authenticity» of the gelato here, however, that clearly did not happen today. How can a place that sells gelato say «NO FREE SAMPLES» come on are you kidding me? How will I know if the flavor I want is any good or disturbingly disgusting?
I have been to countless places that sell gelato and have never experienced this type of no free sample nonesense!!! :[ It’s not like I’m trying to free load off of all the flavors. I’m simply trying to find one I like and to purchase. Honestly, this place is not worth a try because they seriously are DISHONEST with their cups. The small seems just the right size until you look at the bottom and I’m like wow how could I have finished my gelato this fast then I realized the bottom has about 1 cm incline up of the cup so in reality you only get maybe 2.5cm worth of gelato. Another note is that they don’t pile it on like a little mountain, just clean cut it to the rim, which is not cool at all.
The flavors are also not as robust and developed like all of the other places I have tried. Let me illiterate that I have tried many many places like the 2 in old town pasadena, a few in LA, one in old town or main street of Long Beach, and many many more. This place doesn’t not cut it at all.

Gelato in Wes Co? It was too good to be true!
I came, I ate, I wanted to turn back time.
grant it that i can’t help but compare it to the gelato i’ve had in italy, london, or even canada.
those were truly some of the best gelato places i’ve ever eaten in my entire lifetime.
pros:
*3 flavors in a small cup. 2 flavors in a cone.
*great service.
overall, service was great. the staff was very patient and allowed samples.
taste wise it just wasn’t all that great. obviously i tried samples. i didn’t wanna walk away trying and not purchasing anything. so i got my 3 flavors in a cup. but sadly walked away wishing i had went to even rite aid instead. place was empty when we came in on a Saturday evening which i was quite surprised especially with all the raving reviews. if you don’t have a sweet tooth like me than i would say this place would probably be good. unfortunately i love ice cream/​gelato therefore i’ve definitely experienced better.
tips:
*takes credit card and cash
*indoor and outdoor seating
*sells other items than just gelato
*same plaza as 85 degree bakery, oto oto, etc.
*allows samples.

Delicious & cheap gelato!
My favorites are the pistachio, stracciatella, and peach sorbet.
You can try samples of their flavors and mix and match 2 flavors for one cup or cone :)
The owner is super sweet and you can tell she really cares about her store and her customers!
They have some delicious cakes and tarts as well so I’ll definitely be back to try some of those!

Gelatissimo isn’t a bad establishment, but there are better gelato shops in Los Angeles.
Gelatissimo is conveniently located in the same plaza at West Covina 85 °C Bakery Café. A pretty good gelato selection, but I didn’t really see a lot of exciting /​interesting flavors (e.g. lemon, pineapple sorbet, mango, strawberry, salted caramel, vanilla, ricotta cheese, chocolate, coconut, berries sorbet, hazelnut, snickers, tiramisu, etc). I sampled two flavors (hazelnut and roasted almond) and I thought both flavors were alright.
Mandorla Tostata (Roasted Almond, $ 2.89 small cup): Not too shabby — definitely tasted better than hazelnut. For the amount of serving that you are getting for a small cup (like … kids size small), $ 2.89 is a bit pricey.
A fairly solid 3.5-star gelato shop. Personally Gelatissimo isn’t a must visit, but rather a decent local gelato shop for anyone who doesn’t want to drive out of the town.
P. S. — Gelatissimo also sells profiteroles, cheese cakes, cannolis, mousse, and an actual tiramisu cake.