5 to Try: Gelato

by olverajennifer - 0 Reviews - 2 Lists

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Updated: May 19, 2008

Gelato, that super-creamy, soft serve-like Italian concoction, is lower in fat than ice cream. So, the next time you hanker for something decadent, scream for these sublime scoops.

Best Gelati

  1. 1 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Caffe Gelato
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    2034 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622 (map)

    When you're hankering for a slick of panna cotta-flavored gelato, head to this pleasant gelateria, where everything tastes all-the-sweeter when enjoyed on the patio.

  2. 2 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Freddy's Pizzeria
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    1600 S 61st Ave, Cicero, IL 60804 (map)

    In-the-know suburbanites and cityfolk converge at this quaint corner storefront known for its homemade Italian specialties. Few, if any, leave without scoops of the creamy, refreshing limoncello gelato.

  3. 3 Gelato Uno
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    6625 Roosevelt Rd, Berwyn, IL 60402 (map)

    A hundred gelatos are on rotation at this west suburban sweet shop that's adorned with marble and twinkle-y chandeliers. When available, the true-to-life melon is a fruit-lover's dream.

  4. 4 3.5 Star Rating: Average Piccolo Cafe -- CLOSED
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    859 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL 60622 (map)

    Cap off your brescaola panini with bliss at this neighborhood spot that churns out a changing, house-made selection of gelato, including a near-perfect rendition of pistachio.

  5. 5 4 Star Rating: Recommended A Mano
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    335 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL 60610 (map)

    The BIN 36 boys strike again with this Italian itineration. Affordable wine list and crudo notwithstanding, it's the gelato bar--located to the left of the main dining room--that taunts passersby with more than a dozen authentic gelatos, including scoops of a subtle, fruity olive oil number.