La Dolce Via

11/05/09

Great new cafe'

by gz81 at Citysearch

I went to this dessert spot on a recommendation from a friend who had gone with his wife and kids and raved about it. While we don't always agree, I called him the following day to give him his props for finding this hidden gem. I'm not huge on sweets, but my gelato was fantastic (I got half nocciola, half nutella), and the drink I ordered on a suggestion from the owner was amazing (an affogato, a double shot of espresso with cappuccino-flavored gelato). If you do try this spot, get this drink! The ambiance is excellent, with a lovely mural painting adorning the walls and a clean, relaxed environment complimented by a friendly serving staff. With modest prices and a strong product, this place will definitely be one that will be worth the ride to Whitestone. My only complaints would be that aforementioned ride and having to feed meters for parking. Other than that, highly recommended.

• Pros: High quality, clean, affordable
• Cons: Parking

10/30/09

HIDDEN GEM IN QUEENS!!! BETTER THAN ICE CREAM IN ITALY!

by JessicaBB1 at Citysearch

This place is the CUTEST place I have ever seen! The walls are all painted like Rome and the gelato is sooo good! So many amazing flavors. They have baklava, straciatella, nocholla and cappuccino. They also have a really cute outdoor garden.

The gelato/ice cream is really creamy and fresh and I heard they make it there. Its a family run business and I met the parents and kids. Really nice people!

They also have crepes, coffee, desserts and cakes. I didnt try them yet though. I did ask about their cakes and they said they can make gelato cakes with any choice flavor.

I recommend this place to everyone I talk to! Definately a hidden gem in queens!

• Pros: amazing atmosphere! delicious ice cream/gelato!
• Cons: Wish I lived closer