Josh
The smooth and succulent taste of gelato has long been a savory treat for Washingtonians on hot summer days. It just seems more apropos and dare I say classier than a giant waffle cone filled with cookie dough. Not to be missed is Dolcezza, located in Georgetown, Dupont Circle, and Bethesda.
Emitting all the pomp and circumstance of a true Argentinian creamery, Dolcezza possesses the flair and talent needed to produce a fine dulche de leche. The soft and cool caramel-infused treat must be savored while dreaming of long-lost days along the cobble stone streets of Buenos Aires. A small cup is plenty to satiate a hearty sugar craving without the lingering effects like those of a bigger sundae or milkshake. For this particular shop, on this particular day, DCDesserts awards its divine rating, and urges you to stop by and try it soon.
7111 Bethesda Avenue
Bethesda, MD 20814
(301) 215-9226
Google map & reviews
Yelp (4.5/5)
Washington Post (Reader 4/4)
Washingtonian
Washington Life
Bill
Pitango Gelato serves something closer to colored ice. I recently tried two flavors, and it was the worst gelato I've ever tasted. "Unremarkable" would be too kind a description. So would "flavored ice." The base gelato had painfully little flavor. I couldn't even taste milk. One of the flavors I tried had some flecks of chocolate, and those tiny elements provided the only texture and flavor beyond ice. A sign in the shop asserts that you're about to taste the "best gelato." It isn't even the best gelato within walking distance.
That said, Pitango will continue to thrive in Logan Circle, mostly for reasons beyond the gelato. It's open late, unlike many DC dessert places that close before the usual dessert time. It's near bars and other restaurants. It has outdoor seating. It serves cold sugar and fat in bowls. These attributes make Pitango a nice spot for after-dinner or pre-bar relaxing and people watching. Just appreciate it for what it has to offer: something completely different from the "best gelato." If you're looking for great or even decent gelato, skip it. We'll post reviews of gelato places we like soon.
1451 P St. NW, Washington, DC 20005
(202) 332-8877
Google map & reviews (3/5)
Washington Post
Washingtonian (Best of Washington: Best Cool Treats: Nutty gelati)
Washingtonian Best Bites Blog: Things We Love: Briche con Gelato at Pitango Gelato
Washington Examiner
DCist
Yelp (4/5)
