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FLAVORS IN FOCUS

absolute purity in flavor

we source ingredients—local and organic whenever possible—to ensure only the highest quality. then, we transform them by hand into the highest-quality ice creams and sorbets. no shortcuts. no compromises.
TRUSTED BY THE BEST
Testimonials

“il laboratorio del gelato is the best ice cream and sorbet maker around. the variety, quality, and seasonality are superbly managed and maintained.”

-Bill Yosses, Former White House Pastry Chef

“If it doesn’t exist, in flavors or shapes, il laboratorio del gelato will make it happen with excellence.”

— Michel Floranc, Exec Pastry Chef, Olivier Cheng Catering

“Even though I like to make everything from scratch at my restaurants, I’m willing to skip the ice cream. I really cannot make or find a better one than il laboratorio del gelato - by far the best gelato in NYC (and the reason I’m working with them for over 13 years).”

— Einat Admony, Owner/Chef, Balaboosta

“I have been selling and enjoying il laboratorio del gelato at all of my restaurants since 2006. The flavors are thoughtful, incredibly delicious, consistent - yet imminently seasonal, an approach I like to take on menus. My guests continually comment on how much they enjoy the gelato and the sorbet. Jon’s gelato makes my humble desserts worth coming to my restaurants.”

— Joey Campanaro, Owner/Chef, The Little Owl

“Working with il laboratorio has been the same as following the successes of a best friend. Absolutely consistent quality, a variety of seasonal flavors and an owner who is available by phone, text or email. My staff and I are always, without question, confident in the quality and purity of flavors of all gelati and sorbetti that arrive in my restaurants.”

— Marc Meyer, Owner/Chef, Vic's, Shuka, Rosie's
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Our Story

we don’t just call ourselves a lab—we function like one.

since 2002, il laboratorio del gelato is where flavors can be perfected, pure ingredients honored, and chefs invited to collaborate on new recipes for their menus. even with a flavor list exceeding 300, we are still continually challenged by discerning chefs and a dedicated retail clientele. we work closely with our partners as a trusted extension of their kitchen.

BEHIND THE FLAVOR

the origin of il laboratorio del gelato

IN GOOD COMPANY

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Sometimes coffee ☕️ likes a little sweetener And our espresso #gelato LOVES some chocolate🍫 chips! Come visit us and give it a try!! #espresso #chocolate #chocolatechips #icecream
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bring your daughter to work day is pretty special! #piper #strawberries #freelabor
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When life gives you lemons…..🍋 We make lemon sorbet! #lemonsorbet #lemongelato #lowereastside #nyc
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A long day in the heat called for an evening sweet treat💪🫡 Huge shout out to the members of our New York Fire Department for bringing the truck by for a gelato-refueling. Thank you for all you do! #nyfd #firemen #heroes #nyc #lowereastside
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Did someone say birthday??🎉 Grab a candle and come celebrate with a few scoops of our Red Velvet Birthday Cake 🎂!! #cake #gelato #birthday #nyc #celebrate
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Black Currant Sorbet Known for its tart, delicious flavor and rich content of antioxidants, blackcurrant is a small, dar...
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you’ve had vanilla, coconut, cream cheese... but can you guess what this white flavor is? we’ll give you a hint—it’s sof...
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our red bean gelato brings you a bold and unique flavor that’s a favorite in asian cooking. made from azuki beans that a...
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our autumn lineup is ready to roll! 🍂 chestnut, pumpkin, and fresh fig gelato are standing front and center, waiting fo...
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our ginger gelato is not for the faint of heart! we infuse it overnight with fresh ginger root to create a flavor that’s...
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ever tried grape sorbet? whether you’re into the sweet-tart taste of red grape, the rich muscat flavor of black grape, t...
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