There was a charm and authenticity to this place that made it a nice experience for me, depsite the construction going on. I walked in and the cashier was conversing with 3 regulars in Italian, who then proceeded to gather around a table to sip their espresso and watch the soccer game on the big screen TV at the back. Sitting here, drinking my own espresso and eating my pistachio gelato as I watched the game from my own table, I felt like I was a part of something, despite only being an observer / tourist. I like going to places like this that offer something real, places where people actually gather and form bonds in their community. It's always a nice thing to witness and warms my heart whenever I see it. I really enjoyed my experience.Also, one more thing I should mention: it's cash only. But, luckily, there are 3 atms in the vicinity if, like me, you didn't come prepared.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Gelato
Steph Mon
Gelato was good. I had the strawberry gelato, and it was sweet and delicious. However, I recommend you get the espresso Gelato. It was by far the best one.They do offer samples, but you are limited to just one.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Gelato
Aleksei Plotnikov
I really liked it here! Pleasant atmosphere and excellent service. It's great that the canollies are being made in front of you. I enjoyed my stay at this cafe!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ricotta Plus Chocolate Chip Cookies Cannoli
Darius Corcoran
**Cash Only place hard to find these in Boston totally worth going I always get the cannoli's which are amazing. It's a subway style pick the shell the frosting and the toppings and the are priced reasonable. A must stop place while in the North End. They have limited seating indoors and a small patio outside but for the most part it's really a take out type place.Parking: Parking is on street but if possible best to walk there from a nearby parking garage due to tight narrow streets in Boston's oldest neighborhood
I just had a rude encounter with one of the workers. I told him that I would like to order 2 cannoli’s. A pistachio cannoli and he proceeded to put a plain ricotta on the box. I told him for the second one, i would like a tiramisu flavored cannoli but he added another plain ricotta to the box and told me “well, it’s too late now” and just handed me the box and told me he can’t change it and i need to pay for it.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Pastries
Lisa G.
Made an order for two cups of gelato, one slice of pizza and a pastry and they forgot to put the gelato in the bag. Got home 20 minutes later to find Alice of pizza and pastry in bag. Thought to ask but trusted they had everything in there since they gave me a big brown bag inside a plastic bag. They only take cash so I have no receipt. Gave the girl a $20 asked he to keep the change on a $17 dollar tab. Slice of pizza and pastry for $20 (ouch!!) Tried calling - the number on the website 617-720-4243 goes right into a message saying "call cannot be completed at this time, please call later." Either they have the phone off the hook... so disappointed - Called their sister restaurant Il Paninno's - days box is full - called Bricco - girl gave me the same number I tried calling. She didn't apologize for bad service nor did she say, "let me check to see if I can get someone to go across the street (that's what I would have done (customer service)... Again, so disappointed. In sent message over Facebook link - hopefully they will get back to me.
Jen S.
Decent gelato on a busy North End street. They give you a hard time if you ask for 2 spoons though (for one order). Maybe person was having a bad day. It was Feast of Saint Anthony after all. Busy day in the area. The espresso flavor is my favorite.
Jayda
Small place, but everything’s so tasty I love their
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bruno “BrunoG” Giardiello jr
The best Gelato in Boston, Great Cannoli's and Coffee.. Live Soccer games. Everyone is very friendly..
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Gelato, Ricotta Plus Chocolate Chip Cookies Cannoli, Cannoli Shells, Ice Cream Sundae, Bomboloni I Think, Mixed Berry and Strawberry Gelato, Chocolate Cannoli with Chocolate Chips, Pastries, Croissant, Ossobuco, Doughnut, Stracciatella Gelato
The cannolis are so good. Everything is super fresh. People are friendly and the place is very clean. Really good prices too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cannoli Shells
Dakota M.
This place was such a welcomed Gem on my trip to Boston! The sign out front for breakfast sandwiches' for 3.99 pulled me in. This is a CASH ONLY cafe. They have Illy coffee and delectable treats adorning the front entrance way and through the gelato case to the pastries. I was there for the sandwiches' though. They make the sandwich's too order, on a crepe griddle (amazing). While we waited, the vibe was really nice so we also ordered coffee which was such a treat! I am not sure what it is about italian coffee, but they know a thing or two. We got to people watch from the cafe while enjoying our breakfast sandwiches' and coffee. What a very fun and impromptu date breakfast this place was. When i'm back in Boston, I plan on coming here every morning to start my day!
Kelly Z.
!! cash only !! Dolce is a small local shop that serves amazing gelato, fresh pizza, cannolis, and pastries! Simply a cute shop to wind down at the end of the night and just enjoy good treats. They have a decent amount of seating inside, normally people just pick up their treats and leave so there are definitely seats available. I love the concept of the gelato station in the front of the store, you don't have to actually step in the shop and you can simply stop by and pick up some gelato! Super affordable treat and nice staff. This place is not pact either so a quick stop to gelato is right here! I love the gelato here I got the strawberry and chocolate - I know I'm basic but you know the place is good if they can nail the basics! The strawberry had tiny bits of strawberry pieces in it and it was smooth and creamy! I like the gelato here because it the texture is unique, very thick like thickened soft serve. A lot of other places that serve gelato makes me feel like I'm just eating regular ice cream but this definitely makes me feel like I'm eating gelato! The cannolis here are amazing! I like the way they stuff the cannolis and the cream in it was super fluffy and sweet! Overall I'm happy to have stopped by this place! Definitely a hit for quick grab and go gelato!
Julie Yee
Great place for cannoli. They are filled after you order. Delicious! No line to wait in tonight. ?
djyee
Dolce has a nice selection of flavors. They fill your shell after you order and no line! Delicious! Remember they take only cash.
There was a charm and authenticity to this place that made it a nice experience for me, depsite the construction going on. I walked in and the cashier was conversing with 3 regulars in Italian, who then proceeded to gather around a table to sip their espresso and watch the soccer game on the big screen TV at the back. Sitting here, drinking my own espresso and eating my pistachio gelato as I watched the game from my own table, I felt like I was a part of something, despite only being an observer / tourist. I like going to places like this that offer something real, places where people actually gather and form bonds in their community. It's always a nice thing to witness and warms my heart whenever I see it. I really enjoyed my experience.Also, one more thing I should mention: it's cash only. But, luckily, there are 3 atms in the vicinity if, like me, you didn't come prepared.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Gelato
Gelato was good. I had the strawberry gelato, and it was sweet and delicious. However, I recommend you get the espresso Gelato. It was by far the best one.They do offer samples, but you are limited to just one.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Gelato
I really liked it here! Pleasant atmosphere and excellent service. It's great that the canollies are being made in front of you. I enjoyed my stay at this cafe!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ricotta Plus Chocolate Chip Cookies Cannoli
**Cash Only place hard to find these in Boston totally worth going I always get the cannoli's which are amazing. It's a subway style pick the shell the frosting and the toppings and the are priced reasonable. A must stop place while in the North End. They have limited seating indoors and a small patio outside but for the most part it's really a take out type place.Parking: Parking is on street but if possible best to walk there from a nearby parking garage due to tight narrow streets in Boston's oldest neighborhood
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Gelato, Cannoli Shells, Pastries
Amazing
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Gelato
I just had a rude encounter with one of the workers. I told him that I would like to order 2 cannoli’s. A pistachio cannoli and he proceeded to put a plain ricotta on the box. I told him for the second one, i would like a tiramisu flavored cannoli but he added another plain ricotta to the box and told me “well, it’s too late now” and just handed me the box and told me he can’t change it and i need to pay for it.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 1
Recommended dishes: Pastries
Made an order for two cups of gelato, one slice of pizza and a pastry and they forgot to put the gelato in the bag. Got home 20 minutes later to find Alice of pizza and pastry in bag. Thought to ask but trusted they had everything in there since they gave me a big brown bag inside a plastic bag. They only take cash so I have no receipt. Gave the girl a $20 asked he to keep the change on a $17 dollar tab. Slice of pizza and pastry for $20 (ouch!!) Tried calling - the number on the website 617-720-4243 goes right into a message saying "call cannot be completed at this time, please call later." Either they have the phone off the hook... so disappointed - Called their sister restaurant Il Paninno's - days box is full - called Bricco - girl gave me the same number I tried calling. She didn't apologize for bad service nor did she say, "let me check to see if I can get someone to go across the street (that's what I would have done (customer service)... Again, so disappointed. In sent message over Facebook link - hopefully they will get back to me.
Decent gelato on a busy North End street. They give you a hard time if you ask for 2 spoons though (for one order). Maybe person was having a bad day. It was Feast of Saint Anthony after all. Busy day in the area. The espresso flavor is my favorite.
Small place, but everything’s so tasty I love their
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
The best Gelato in Boston, Great Cannoli's and Coffee.. Live Soccer games. Everyone is very friendly..
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Gelato, Ricotta Plus Chocolate Chip Cookies Cannoli, Cannoli Shells, Ice Cream Sundae, Bomboloni I Think, Mixed Berry and Strawberry Gelato, Chocolate Cannoli with Chocolate Chips, Pastries, Croissant, Ossobuco, Doughnut, Stracciatella Gelato
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The cannolis are so good. Everything is super fresh. People are friendly and the place is very clean. Really good prices too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cannoli Shells
This place was such a welcomed Gem on my trip to Boston! The sign out front for breakfast sandwiches' for 3.99 pulled me in. This is a CASH ONLY cafe. They have Illy coffee and delectable treats adorning the front entrance way and through the gelato case to the pastries. I was there for the sandwiches' though. They make the sandwich's too order, on a crepe griddle (amazing). While we waited, the vibe was really nice so we also ordered coffee which was such a treat! I am not sure what it is about italian coffee, but they know a thing or two. We got to people watch from the cafe while enjoying our breakfast sandwiches' and coffee. What a very fun and impromptu date breakfast this place was. When i'm back in Boston, I plan on coming here every morning to start my day!
!! cash only !! Dolce is a small local shop that serves amazing gelato, fresh pizza, cannolis, and pastries! Simply a cute shop to wind down at the end of the night and just enjoy good treats. They have a decent amount of seating inside, normally people just pick up their treats and leave so there are definitely seats available. I love the concept of the gelato station in the front of the store, you don't have to actually step in the shop and you can simply stop by and pick up some gelato! Super affordable treat and nice staff. This place is not pact either so a quick stop to gelato is right here! I love the gelato here I got the strawberry and chocolate - I know I'm basic but you know the place is good if they can nail the basics! The strawberry had tiny bits of strawberry pieces in it and it was smooth and creamy! I like the gelato here because it the texture is unique, very thick like thickened soft serve. A lot of other places that serve gelato makes me feel like I'm just eating regular ice cream but this definitely makes me feel like I'm eating gelato! The cannolis here are amazing! I like the way they stuff the cannolis and the cream in it was super fluffy and sweet! Overall I'm happy to have stopped by this place! Definitely a hit for quick grab and go gelato!
Great place for cannoli. They are filled after you order. Delicious! No line to wait in tonight. ?
Dolce has a nice selection of flavors. They fill your shell after you order and no line! Delicious! Remember they take only cash.