Il Laboratorio del Gelato
Ice Cream Parlor$$$$
Lower East Side, New York
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"try the amaretto crunch and buttermilk together... delicious!"(7 Tips)
"Try the olive oil and don't underestimate the amazing gelato cakes."(95 Tips)
"Best seasonal flavour so far; apple sorbetto 🍏 Pumpkin was also ok"(41 Tips)
"Mexican cinnamon and dark chocolate is an excellent combination."(22 Tips)
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ChavelliJune 16, 2012Unique flavors. Make the most of your cup! Chocolate amaretto and pink peppercorn.
Do not miss the affogato, satisfies both ice cream and caffeine fix in a harmonious contrast of sweet and bitter
Lorena V.February 3, 2012Awesome combination: rum raisin on the bottom, Earl Grey tea on the top. Soooooo good!
The cardamom, basil, and honey lavender ice creams are life-changing.- Christina DiRussoApril 19, 2011Friendly staff, great space. Try the olive oil and don't underestimate the amazing gelato cakes.
Alex ZaltsmanSeptember 3, 2012Cannot imagine better gelato anywhere, not even in Italy. Wow! Try the black sesame and fig.
Black Sesame and Salted Caramel are excellent. The Grumpy coffee is great - I get it at least once a day.
Get the 20oz take-out rectangle. You get a huge bang for the buck.
Amy DiazJuly 27, 2013The Mexican cinnamon flavor is unreal. Also, only 2 samples per customer, so choose wisely.
Russell HirschornAugust 27, 2016Was not very impressed. Out of a lot of flavors by evening. At least the ones I got were just ok. My wife loved hers. Worth another try.
Turkish fig is awesome! Pass on savory flavors (e.g. Cheddar cheese). Just tastes like cold Mac n cheez
Adriana AndújarFebruary 28, 2011The dulce de leche is light and creamy! Get that when you can't decide between chocolate and something else :)
Jess LeungJune 1, 2012So many choices, it's hard to decide. Just buy a tub of flavors and feast away.
Raja HAugust 19, 2012You'll have trouble narrowing down the impressive selection. Use your two free samples wisely.
stephiedooJuly 29, 2011Why get the small for $4 when you can get a 20oz for $10? Share with friends or keep it at home for dessert.
Erica LApril 28, 2010Try some of the funkiest ice cream flavors like thai chili chocolate, cheddar cheese, and honey lavender (probably not all together!!)
Rachel SSeptember 18, 2014Don't go thinking you can sample every flavor. There's a two sample limit.
Jo ChowDecember 18, 2011I still prefer their mom-and-pop shop on Orchard. The flavors are fresher over there and the lines shorter.
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Il Laboratorio del Gelato
188 Ludlow St (at E Houston St)
New York, NY 10002
United States
New York, NY 10002
United States
Open until 10:00 PM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu
- 7:30 AM–10:00 PM
- Fri
- 7:30 AM–Midnight
- Sat
- 10:00 AM–Midnight
- Sun
- 10:00 AM–10:00 PM
(212) 343-9922
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
No
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Parking
Street
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- 8.5
"This are one of my favorites place to have icecream. One scoop is like two. They have a bunch of flavors, from the regular ones ( chocolate, Oreo, vanilla...) to green tea, Taro, red bean, ginger."
Thalia Guilermo - 9.1
"This cafe and ice cream shop is the perfect place to unwind during the day or after dinner. Free WiFi is available, as are excellent ice cream flavors (Earl Grey, Pistachio, Currants & Cream)."
Lori Luo - 8.8
"Without doubt my number one ice cream shop in Manhattan. Their plethora of flavors can't be beat. Personal favorite: lychee 🍨"
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