La Mamma - Italian Gelato & Deli

We passed La Mamma twice going to and from the hotel. I definitely wanted to stop in… I had a the peanut butter cup crepes… it was delicious so much better than anticipated. Yum!

Decided to try this place on a whim… glad I did… YUMMY!

We tried this place while on vacation and LOVED IT. We actually came back our 2nd night again. Absolutely delicious, the staff were very sweet and welcoming. The best crepes I have ever had. Incredible, to die for crepes. Peanut butter banana, ask for extra whipped cream because it's amazing. 10/10

Best Gelato in Grand Central district. Love that this block is taking off with Noble Tavern across the street now.

I love this place! Reminds me of gelato in NYC. It's fresh and flavorful. The coffee is amazing as well. Such a cool spot on Central! Love it!

This was worth the trip. Id go back. So many flavors to choose from and they let you taste a sample. Was very good.

So Good!

My daughter took a peanut butter ice cream and I took a wild berries sorbet. Both incredibly delicious. The sorbet was clearly home madr and with real fruit. Wonderful product. My wife took an iced latte and loved it. Exactly done to her specifications. The service was amazing. Super helpful and nice. The place is spotless. Highly recommended.

10000/10. As a European, I can tell you, it’s incredibly hard to find authentic EU ice cream in the U.S. I go out of my way during my travels to try and find the best European ice cream, and let me tell you. This brought me back to my childhood. Absolutely amazing. The chocolate chip cookie & lemon both hit the right spot.
Please go visit if you’re in the area!! Merci🍦

YUM! Hazelnut and chocolate gelato is absolutely delicious. Perfectly sweet and creamy.

A Little Slice of Italy by the Sea – La Mamma Is a Must-Visit!

The moment you step into La Mamma Italian Gelato & Caffè, you’re transported to a breezy coastal villa along the Amalfi Coast. The soft hum of beachy, Mediterranean music floats through the air, perfectly complementing the charming, sun-kissed décor and relaxed seaside vibe. It’s a place where the ambiance soothes your soul before you even take your first bite.

And speaking of bites…WOW. The new dragonfruit and passionfruit gelato is a tropical dream. It’s incredibly creamy, smooth, and bursting with vibrant, fresh flavor that lingers on your tastebuds like sunshine on your skin. The texture is perfection! Silky and rich without being too heavy and the fruity fusion is refreshing and indulgent all at once.

What makes the experience even more special is the warmth and generosity of the staff. They’re not only friendly; they make you feel like family. Always welcoming, always smiling, and full of helpful suggestions without ever being pushy. You truly feel free to enjoy and savor every moment.

La Mamma isn’t just a gelato stop it’s a whole experience.

Instant number 1 ice cream by far. Texture you didn’t know was possible, plus explosive flavor, not sugary, straight real ingredients flavor explosion lol so good I’m done eating store ice cream or any other place ice cream!

Somehow 2 servers think that it is more important to sort through plastic cutlery than to serve the only customer who stopped by Thursday evening.

La Mamma Gelato Caffe — Where Gelato Dreams and Credit Limits Go to Die (In the Sweetest Way)

Picture this: it’s 10:52 AM, and I’ve just dropped $22.86 on espresso and a cup of “Dubai Chocolate Strawberry” that tasted like a Ferrari dipped in Nutella and rolled through a strawberry field planted by angels. Was it $15? Yes. Was I prepared for that? Absolutely not. Did I lick the cup clean and seriously consider ordering another one? Also yes.

This place is not just a gelato shop—it’s a dessert empire masquerading as a café. You want a brownie stuffed with gelato and whipped cream? They got it. You want a banana split that could double as a family-sized flotation device? Boom, it’s on the menu. Macarons? Of course. Crepes? Oui, chef. And not just any crepes—we’re talking Peanut Butter Cup Crêpes that make your childhood favorites feel like sad toast.

The milkshakes are $9.50 but come with the kind of happiness you usually need therapy or a vacation to achieve. The smoothies? Pure fruit magic. Add protein for $3 if you want to pretend you came here post-workout instead of because you blacked out and wandered into a dessert fever dream.

And let's talk about that Gelato Croissant. It’s basically what happens when a French pastry falls in love with an Italian gelato and they have a baby that tastes like happiness wrapped in carbs.

I asked for a simple espresso. They handed me liquid motivation in a cup—bold, rich, and cheaper than therapy.

The staff? Delightful. The vibe? European café meets downtown St. Pete flair with a side of sugar-induced euphoria. The receipt? Yeah, it stung a little—but then again, so does love.

Final verdict:
Come for the gelato. Stay because you’ve entered a magical sugar vortex. Leave only when your bank app says “ma’am, please.”

I’ll be back tomorrow. Probably twice.

You need to come. The gelato is delicious, also the coffe and the crepes. The owners are wonderful too. I love everything!!