Capogiro Gelato

I consider myself a frozen treat professional. So much so that one summer I even tried going on an ice cream diet (it didn’t work but I ate WELL). Without a doubt, gelato is the best frozen treat out there, and no one does it better than Capogiro. Their pistachio gelato will take you to a different planet. It is absolutely sublime.
The cups are small but do not be fooled, this rich cold treat is beyond satisfying, and the little spoon they give you basically ensures you eat it slowly enough to enjoy!

Get the Affogato with Dark Chocolate!
It’s an espresso shot with gelato! Perfect pick me up with great rich delicious flavor!

I can see why this place was voted the best gelato in the world in 2011! The flavors were varied and I love how there were different options of fruity, chocolate, and nutty flavors to choose from. My favorite was by far the Mojito flavor. But others that I loved and tried included Ugli, mango, dulce de leche, and Thai coconut.
They have new flavors daily and make it in store. I would highly recommend it.

Cute little gelato shop we stopped by on our way out of town. They really do need to have more people manning the counters. We both wanted to try a sample of their many offerings, but waited about 10 minutes to even get greeted because ONE person was only getting gelato for about 8 different people. By the time we were helped, I just randomly chose something and was not that satisfied with my decision; it was a semi-​sweet dark chocolate. I want to taste and sample and have time to make a decision, not rush.
We took our cups outside to eat in their trash-​filled alley. Probably move the patio tables out front and not on the side where there is literally trash, dead birds, and urine all over the streets. But then again, this is Philly, whaddya want?

TL;DR– The hazelnut flavor tastes like Ferraro Rocher in gelato form, and the cappuccino flavor is PERFECTION in gelato form.
You scream, I scream, everybody screams for ice cream. While our love for this entity called ice cream is more or less universal, it’s a completely subjective experience when it comes to ice cream flavors. I tried a total of four flavors I thought I’d like at Capogiro, and ended up getting the hazelnut & cappuccino flavors. You should definitely do sample tastes and see what floats your boat, but believe me, you’ve got to at least have a teaspoonful of the cappuccino flavor.
Here are my opinions about the 4 flavors I tasted– *Cappuccino — I’m sounding like a broken record here, but this is absolutely delicioso. The cappuccino flavor is very subtle in its sweetness, in its coffee flavor, in its richness, and in its color. The only thing that’s not subtle about it is how amazing it tastes. I made the mistake of combining this flavor with hazelnut, and my suggestion to you is that if you love this flavor as much as I do, the best course of action would be to savor it without other distractions.
*Hazelnut — If you like the Ferraro Rocher chocolates, you won’t be disappointed with this flavor. It’s very tasty and it has a richness that’s not overbearing.
*Dulce De Leche — If you’re in the mood for something really sweet, this is the one you should go for. I liked it when I sampled it, but foresaw the diminishing marginal utility with each additional bite, and decided that one spoon of it was all I needed.
*Pistachio — It’s delectable. It has a sophisticated, and for lack of a better word, «roasted,» taste to it that I can’t quite describe with words. But it wasn’t for me. Rite Aid’s pistachio ice cream is for me.
I arrived around 9 PM after I had dinner at El Vez, the popular restaurant across the street, and Capogiro was also still very lively. I liked the vibe here even though two guys were standing and hovering around me while I was trying to relish my gelato one bite at a time.
I vehemently recommend this gelato place to anyone looking for a good dessert spot!!! It’s well worth every single penny + tip you pay for. Oh yeah, do leave a tip if you end up trying a bunch of different flavors like I did, because you would make your server smile like mine did, and your ice cream would taste even sweeter. :)

Capogiro sure serves up some amazing gelato, quite possibly some of the best ice cream I have had anywhere. I had previously sampled their goods at their sister restaurant in Old City, Capofitto, and decided to stop in while in the area on a warm May day.
They have practically any and every type of flavor imaginable here. Options run the gamut from fruit sorbets to novelty flavors to decadent creations guaranteed to satisfy even the sweetest of sweet tooth.
I ordered a 3-​scoop «medium» serving of hazelnut, peanut butter, and Amish sweet milk. The hazelnut was by far the standout as it was so rich in flavor, but the peanut butter and sweet milk flavors were not far behind. The peanut butter used in the gelato tasted very good quality and not artificial like you typically find in store-​bought ice cream. The Amish sweet milk was a bit more subdued than the other two, but still held its own in terms of flavor and creaminess. It was a nice way to clean the palate in between sampling the other flavors.
Staff was friendly and the interior is stylish, sleek and beautifully decorated. It almost looks too perfect — like something out of an IKEA catalog or one of those Pinterest décor articles. I honestly don’t know how they keep it looking so nice given the amount of foot traffic (and drippage of gelato) they receive, so really wanted to compliment the staff on this.
Prices are quite high, as is typically the case at a speciality place like this. At just shy of $ 7 for a modest amount of gelato, I doubt many people go here regularly, but it is a wonderful treat when in the city during the warmer months.
I will absolutely be returning and can’t wait to sample more of their flavors, especially grape, which grabbed my attention too late, after I had already placed my order. I would recommend to anyone who likes ice cream /​gelato.

Delicious gelato! What a treat visiting here after our dinner at one of the great restaurants in the area.
Highly recommend the following flavors:
1) Mango
2) Coconut
3) Avocado
4) Chocolate Hazelnut

Nice and clean, good music playing at a reasonable volume. Plenty of choices worth the price.

I had bookmarked this place after seeing it on the food network. I sampled half their gelados and decided to get the Burnt Sugar. It was so light and sweet, but not too sweet. It was like eating Gelato of Crème Brulee… delicious! Some of the other flavors I sampled were pistachio, champagne, dulce de leche etc. All delicious. Will make a stop here next time in in town.

Capogiro is my favorite gelateria in the states! There’s always a friendly staff member and so many flavors to choose from. Capogiro always uses fruits in season, so they’re always delicious! Champagne mango and Thai coconut will always be my favorite. But this time, I ordered the Chai tea gelato and Vanilla (with bourbon?). The chai tea gelato wasn’t the best one I’ve gotten, but vanilla was perfect. Would love to come back again soon!

After returning to the states from Italy a few years back, I must have gone a full sixteen months without finding suitable gelato. As of late, I’ve found gem after gem in many of America’s cities, and Capogiro is the gelato gem of Philadelphia.
Star 1: How were the service and atmosphere?
Capogiro builds off of the classic successful model, with a clean and modern décor and friendly servers who generously dish out samples. One added benefit that Capogiro brings to the tables that many others don’t is ample seating that’s well taken advantage of by students and groups alike both reading and socializing. I dig it. Star Granted.
Star 2: How were the portions relative to the cost?
Quality gelato warrants a premium these days, and Capogiro is no exception, with two generous scoops in a cup ringing in at $ 6.45. That’s high by any standard, but in this case it’s worth it. Beware of the cost creep though Capogiro — drop those portions or raise those prices and we’ll be dangerously close to overpriced. Star Granted.
Stars 3 and 4: How was the food?
This is everything gelato should be. From the broad and ever changing flavor selection to the flawless execution, Caporgio is perfection.
I opted for a combination of the sea salt and the burnt sugar, and both were fantastic. Perfect whipped consistency and a potent, rich flavor that makes you forgot what old fashioned ice cream even is. Brilliant. Dual Stars Granted.
Star 5: Would you eat here every day if you could?
Without question. This is some of the best gelato in the country. Star Granted.

Try a free sample? Why yes of course I will! Plenty of seating? Check! Friendly customer service. Check! Good location? Triple Check! It took me a while to get into this store to try the gelato, but I will def return. It’s good for any time of year — winter and summer. There’s something cool and comforting about a gelato and this location has plenty of selection!

Took a day trip to Philly from NYC. Wasn’t planning on getting dessert, but I’m so glad I did!!! This isn’t a far walk from the Liberty Bell. Having lived in Italy for 3 – 4 months, I was VERY impressed with the gelato here. Creamy & actual gelato. The flavors were very interesting. They have 24 to choose from! I got one called baby kiwi and fior di latte (milk cream). The fior di latte was a bit on the sweet side, but still good. I never knew baby kiwi existed as a flavor; it was like a slightly minty kiwi flavor, and it was really good! I also tried other fruit flavors such as pear, which was very nice and subtle, and pineapple mint, which was a nice combination of flavors in one. The fruit decorations for their gelato are cute, also. I wish I could come here more often!

Gelato tastes really good here!
We came at a time they were about to close so they only had like 10 flavor left. We got a cone to share with coconut milk and hazelnut. It was a great match!
It’s cool it was finally warm enough to eat gelato today in philly! Nice day to finish with yummy gelato!
Only thing was the girl at the counter could be a little nicer. It was the end of the day. So I don’t blame her

I can never get enough of the gelato here. I get intense cravings of their pistachio gelato in the middle of the night which is really sad because this place closes at 10:30pm.
Although I’m obsessed with their pistachio flavor, basically all of the other gelato flavors here are fantastic too. My favorites are the peach, hazelnut, and raspberry sorbet. All of the gelato I’ve had here has been super creamy and fresh, with bright flavors. If you’re looking for something a little more refreshing, try some of the sorbet. They also have an espresso machine in the store, so you can get your caffeine fix with your gelato.
Overall, a great place to stop by after dinner if you’re craving something cold and sweet. There’s a bunch of different flavors so Capogiro is sure to please just about anyone.

Let’s be honest — when it comes to gelato, vanilla is kind of boring. I’m not saying I’d turn it down, but if there are more than 380 fantastic flavors to choose from, why would I settle on a plain vanilla.
Capogiro Gelato offers 385 rotating flavors and counting. If you are indecisive, the friendly staff will give you as many samples as you like, can anyone ask for more?
A scoop of gelato is succulent, but if you add a shot of espresso to it, it will cure your winter blues.
Four Unilocal

A visit to capogiro is a must. Even if it is 30 degrees out. The Thai coconut is my favorite by far. So rich and creamy, with shaves of coconut. I always get that mixed with another flavor. Tonight, post concert, I paired it with cactus pear, which was very refreshing in only the way fruit can my friend mixed a fruity flavor with a chocolatey flavor. Tonight she got salted caramel with cactus pear. She said it works but I love my Thai coconut too much not to get it!

Best gelato in Philly (and for the most part just as good as gelato in Italy).
$ 5 for two flavors in a cup.
Pistacho/​Hazelnut or Chocolate Hazelnut/​Hazelnut are always my go to.
I’m not a big fan of the fruity flavors but they always taste almost exactly like the fruit so if you like that you should definitely try a few.

A great dessert place and they are No.1 for a reason! They have different gelato flavors that are made in house daily! From tarty to more rich flavors there is something here for everyone. Make sure to try anything that catches your eye and find that perfect combination! For one person I think the small is enough because they pack a lot into that «small» cup.
I like having a fruity/​tarty flavor with a rich/​smooth flavor… I tend to switch up the fruit flavor depending on what’s available that day, but for the richer flavors I like walnut the most (almond is a close second) because although it is rich, it is not too heavy.
Capogiro has a great study/​reading environment so if you want a place to go study/​read/​work while enjoying a delicious cup of goodness then this is the place for you!

This is the perfect spot for gelato!!! Please take a look at my Unilocal photo to really understand the beauty of the notion known as gelato. They really know how to create sweet gelato that has a dense consistency.
They are also very patient. I had no idea what I wanted, so they let me sample a load of different flavors. They were definitely very friendly.
The gelato itself is so delicious and smooth. My favorite was the hazelnut. The hazelnut has a nutty back-​tone and a chocolaty dominate palette. It’s seriously the perfect cup of gelato. But it’s important to note, they have loads of unique flavors. They had coconut and lycée. I personally thought the lycée was more of a sorbet than a gelato. The lycée had an icy consistency with a fresh/​refreshing bite.

Was soll es nur sein, dass Capogiro Gelato Artisan Café?
Ein Eisladen?
Nun ja, das klingt ja auch im Namen deutlich mit und in der Tat ist die Auswahl an Eissorten einwenig abseits des Mainstreams mit Sorten wie z.B. Mango-​Champagner, Erdbeer-​Sahne ode Avocado. Der Europäer vermisst allerdings Eisbecher und die Möglichkeit zum draußen sitzen.
Ein Café?
Direkt hinter der Eistheke gibt es noch eine mehr oder weniger klassische Cafétheke mit Cappucino & Co, Bagels und dem üblichen Coffee-​Shop-​Sortiment. Der Cappucino war sehr gut, der Bagel (fertig bestrichen) sowohl auf den Punkt getoastet als auch fair bestrichen und die Obstschale mal eine erfreuliche Abwechslung gegenüber den Standard Ananas-​Melone-​Erdbeer-​Schalen mit großen, oft geschmacksarmen Fruchtstücken: Meine Schale hatte süße, saftige Mango, reife Kiwi und leckere Ananas in angenehmer Größe geschitten im Angebot.
Die Inneneinrichtung hat sich auch noch nicht abschließend für ein Konzeot entschieden und hängt irgendwo zwischen moderne, Retro-​Art-​Deco und Industriedesign fest — schade, das überzeugt nun gar nicht.
In die selbe Richtung tendiert auch das kleine Angebot an verpackter Ware, das eher an einen Gemischtwarenladen erinnert: Vegane Kekse, Homemade Peanutbutter, Bonbons, Bagels vom Vortag…
Alles in allem 4 Sterne für ein leckeres Frühstück, die 5 Sterne verhindert das Ambiente…

Eisgewordene Träume, täglich frisch hergestellt mit Milch von glücklichen & hormonfreien Kühen sowie Obst und weiteren Zutaten — bis auf Exoten, versteht sich — aus der Umgebung.
Seit der Eröffnung 2002 wurden bisher sage und schreibe 354 Sorten hergestellt, jeden Tag hat man die Wahl zwischen 27 und diese Wahl ist eine echte Qual, denn die Kugeln sind nicht gerade klein. Man gehe also auf jeden Fall zu zweit und probiere dadurch mehr als eine der sagenhaft crèmigen Kreationen wie z. B.:
Saigon Cinnamon, Rosmarin-​Honig-​Ziegenmilch, Birne, Rote Pflaume, Kokosmilch, Lancaster County Kürbis, Süße Orange mit Kardamom, Pinienkern, Schwarze Walnuß, Kaki Sorbet, oder Zitrone & Opal Basilikum einige dieser Angebote sind natürlich saison-​abhängig, es findet sich aber ganz bestimmt jeder Zeit eine Sorte für den persönlichen Geschmack.
Das letzte Mal, das ich dort war, hatte ich z. B. ein Eis mit Meersalz. Der Laden ist sehr beliebt und mittlerweile auch durchaus über die Grenzen Philly’s hinaus bekannt. Verdienterweise, muß man sagen!