Yelp Reviews
Sarah C.
I've never been a huge gelato fan. When I think about traveling to Italy one day, getting gelato isn't exactly on my to do list. Anyway, I went to Blue Ice Gelato last night because my boyfriend has been raving... read moreI've never been a huge gelato fan. When I think about traveling to Italy one day, getting gelato isn't exactly on my to do list. Anyway, I went to Blue Ice Gelato last night because my boyfriend has been raving about their gelato for weeks. I also went back today, less than 24 hours later. So am I a gelato fan now? No, but I'm a Blue Ice Gelato fan.
One thing that really stands out about this place (besides the mouth watering gelato) is the service. Don, the manager, is so warm and personable, and you can tell he is really passionate about what he does. He is always eager to get you to sample different gelatos and tell you about new flavors.
Blue Ice offers over 15 flavors of gelato (in a cup, waffle cone, or panini), but they also have sorbetto, granita, expresso, cappuccino, and lattes. Don also mentioned that they now have gelato pies! A whole pie of your favorite gelato with your choice of pie crust and topping? Ok, someone please get me one for my birthday...or just because.
I feel like I need to dedicate a whole section to the cookie butter gelato. I sampled many wonderful flavors both times I went, but I got cookie butter each time. I believe they said cookie butter is their best seller, and I'm telling you, IT IS GOOD. I don't really know how to explain it, it's like a smooth vanilla caramel gelato with this cookie crunch that tastes like peanut butter, caramel, and Biscotti cookies. It's simply the perfect blend. I can literally taste the freshness of their gelatos. I sampled a banana cream pie gelato and I felt like I was on a banana farm on a warm, sunny day eating the freshest bananas I've ever had.
This place is truly great. The place is always clean and cheerful, and you have the option to enjoy your gelato inside or outside. Service is phenomenal and prices are very reasonable for truly fresh and good gelato. I would give this place 6 stars if I could. read less - 3/16/2019Wendy W.
I was back in Tucson for a short time and my friends and I chose this spot to catch up over mainly due to its convenient location between us and the good reviews. Those reviews aren't wrong - I don't... read moreI was back in Tucson for a short time and my friends and I chose this spot to catch up over mainly due to its convenient location between us and the good reviews. Those reviews aren't wrong - I don't remember Tucson having gelato anywhere close to on par with the quality here. Their seasonal pumpkin gelato tasted exactly like pumpkin pie filling, and they serve it with a bit of whipped cream on top! The jalapeño chocolate was a bit too jalapeñoy for me but I was told it isn't usually that way, it just so happened that batch had some particularly potent pieces. Which I think is awesome - all their ingredients are fresh and the gelato never has a chance to get old!
Also, the woman working there (8 pm on a monday?) was incredibly nice and awesome and patient and had the best recommendations! Not sure about her name but she's fantastic. Ended up getting the butter cookie dough gelato (SO amazing, it's made with this lovely crackly topping), the pumpkin, and some delicious strawberry yogurt. Fans of strawberry ice cream rejoice, because this some good shit. Cute clean decor, whimsical-but-modern without trying too hard. 10/10 on deliciousness. I might only go for smalls in the future because the medium was a bit too much for me - thankfully my friends helped me out. These kinds of places make me want to quit my job and start selling delicious frozen treats.
Only qualm is that if you hit this up after hiking, does the hiking really count as healthy? Hmm read less - 11/20/2017Felix S.
This is the best gelato I've ever had. Period. Been to Italy, France and all over Europe, so I am quite experienced in this matter. Many different flavors all carefully crafted with passion to deliver the best experience to the... read moreThis is the best gelato I've ever had. Period. Been to Italy, France and all over Europe, so I am quite experienced in this matter. Many different flavors all carefully crafted with passion to deliver the best experience to the customer. Would recommend to anyone who enjoys frozen treats :). read less - 6/02/2019
Sunny L.
I have been craving for some good local Tucson ice cream for days & found this place thanks to Yelp.
Ron the owner was very friendly & fun to talk with. I could feel his passion about the ice cream... read moreI have been craving for some good local Tucson ice cream for days & found this place thanks to Yelp.
Ron the owner was very friendly & fun to talk with. I could feel his passion about the ice cream & gelato once I stepped into the store. He makes all of the ice cream & gelato every day in various refreshing flavors. We ended up buying two quarts of them during our first visit there ! Actually I really wanted to try their blueberry/cardamom ice cream but they did not have it the day of out visit. I could not sleep that night wanting to try it so badly so that I ran back ( drove back, I mean) to the store on the following day & bought two more quarts plus one large cup of the blueberry/cardamom gelato. I usually don't eat sweets that much -not like this but I ended up eating up this delicious ice cream /gelato for breakfast, lunch, dinner, & dessert on top of my regular meals but not gaining an ounce . It turned out their gelato is really healthy as Ron the owner uses only fresh & organic ingredients & he always experiments with different ingredients to create the most appetizing ice cream & gelato substituting healthier ingredients. Must try! read less - 5/28/2021Michael G.
I think they have troubles. I heard their Chef has moved on and then they had to reduce hours because of staffing. Im not sure what their hours are these days. I hope you make it through your transition, we... read moreI think they have troubles. I heard their Chef has moved on and then they had to reduce hours because of staffing. Im not sure what their hours are these days. I hope you make it through your transition, we loved your sorbets. read less - 3/27/2022
N P.
I was a loyal customer but two months ago the manager/gelato chef. Now every time I've gone it's closed. Sure the hours changed but I've been there during store hours. I did taste the News guys gelato and it was... read moreI was a loyal customer but two months ago the manager/gelato chef. Now every time I've gone it's closed. Sure the hours changed but I've been there during store hours. I did taste the News guys gelato and it was fair. So why have I gone back? Loyalty. But what I was loyal to no longer exists. So sad! read less - 8/14/2022
Laurence R.
Great little place. Excellent gelato--as good as Frost with no crowds. Comparable to Gelato we've had in zRoma and Firenze.
Tiramisu Gelato was excellent. The owner is one of the friendliest and most accommodating I've encountered. Seating outside only and... read moreGreat little place. Excellent gelato--as good as Frost with no crowds. Comparable to Gelato we've had in zRoma and Firenze.
Tiramisu Gelato was excellent. The owner is one of the friendliest and most accommodating I've encountered. Seating outside only and very covid conscious inside. You will enjoy this gellateria. read less - 4/23/2021Ken J.
We tried the new blue iced gelato and found it to be better than frost. The flavors were much more authentic. And the manager Don made it an experience to remember. We recommend it to all. Ask for the... read moreWe tried the new blue iced gelato and found it to be better than frost. The flavors were much more authentic. And the manager Don made it an experience to remember. We recommend it to all. Ask for the chocolate banana flavor best ever. Will definitely be returning.
Back a second time and once again not disappointed. Two great sucrose free flavors for those who need sugar free. Coffee and Hazelnut. Both great. Don't miss this treat. read less - 4/03/2018
- Ongkona Biswas11/14/2021 - GoogleGelato was delicious here. I had the gianduia and it was delicious. Not too sweet and paired great with espresso as an Affogato.
- Michael b10/31/2020 - GoogleThese guys know how to make the good stuff. I had a chocolate mint, and the hint of orange in the background made this special.
- jena keenan9/30/2021 - GoogleI had the Lemon Mint flavor and it is seriously the best thing I’ve ever tasted. All the flavors look absolutely delicious too! Definitely coming back here a lot
- Erica Agredano5/02/2022 - GoogleAbsolutely delicious! I had the banana pudding flavor and could taste the real banana in the Gelato! Staff was friendly and very knowledgeable about their flavors, products, etc. We will... read moreAbsolutely delicious! I had the banana pudding flavor and could taste the real banana in the Gelato! Staff was friendly and very knowledgeable about their flavors, products, etc. We will return for sure! read less
- Sicily Schuck2/24/2021 - GoogleSeriously the best Gelato I have ever had! Excellent service... he knew about all the flavors and their backgrounds. Loved all of the flavors I tried!
- Jake Hall3/26/2021 - GoogleI have seen the face of god.
I have climbed a mountain to the 200 ft Buddha in Hong Kong. I’ve seen the Matterhorn at sunset. And I’ve watched as the... read moreI have seen the face of god.
I have climbed a mountain to the 200 ft Buddha in Hong Kong. I’ve seen the Matterhorn at sunset. And I’ve watched as the sun swept across the worlds biggest dunes in the Sahara. But I can confidently tell you - god does not live in any of those places. God lives in a strip mall in Tucson Arizona.
Blue Ice Gelato in undoubtedly the greatest ice cream shop I’ve ever been to. I’ve travelled the country and the world, and I eat ice cream everywhere I go. But I have never had ice cream like this.
Blue Ice Gelato has mastered its craft. It has the most consistently astonishing array of flavors and fantastically high quality ingredients. The service is incredible and the vibes are always perfect. This is the best place I have ever had ice cream (including Italy) and I’ll continue to go here long as is humanly possible.
If you are looking for salvation, don’t go to church. Don’t go to synagogue, and don’t go to mosque. Go to Blue Ice Gelato. read less - Karen Bedard9/24/2021 - GoogleI haven't had gelato this good since I vacationed in Italy in the mid 80s. Can't describe how delicious it is. The suggestions by the employees were perfect. Will be... read moreI haven't had gelato this good since I vacationed in Italy in the mid 80s. Can't describe how delicious it is. The suggestions by the employees were perfect. Will be coming back over and over again. read less
- Greg Wenaas1/23/2021 - GoogleExtremely good. The small cup portion is much more than you'd think. Plenty for 1 person *big or small*.
Testimonials
Met my friend there and we got to taste the NEW Watermelon! Oh My…. Think of all the delicious watermelon flavor without all the watermelon mess…. Gotta Try it!
Sharon Loper - Tucson, Arizona
Wow! Tried Blue Ice Gelato for first time today. It’s amazing, fresh, rich Gelato. Lots of unique flavors! We sampled so many it was hard to choose. Blueberry, butter pecan, pumpkin, banana chocolate, real mint……all made with real ingredients. We … Read More
Brenda Robillard - Tucson, Arizona
The flavors are intense and higher quality ingredients can be discerned. We will drive past other places to go there. Fresh!
Marie Benson - Tucson, Arizona
I’ve eaten many dishes of gelato throughout Italy for years. Today, I ate a Blue Ice with friends. This gelato is the real deal. Most excellent. Fresh, creamy, flavorful, generous serving, absolutely Fantastico!
Stefano