Hila Gelato Cafe in San Francisco: photos, reviews

About

Hila Gelato Caffè is a vibrant gem in San Francisco's Mission District, celebrated for its authentic Italian gelato that captivates both locals and visitors alike. This LGBT+ women-owned gelateria is known for its dedication to quality, serving gelato crafted from Sicilian recipes and local ingredients. Guests can enjoy a variety of flavors in a fashionably casual and cozy atmosphere, perfect for family dinners or a peaceful solo dining experience. Beyond gelato, Hila serves rich espresso and offers a selection of Italian and vegan cuisine. It stands out not only for its highly praised dessert offerings but also for its commitment to sustainability, being powered by solar panels. Delivery and takeaway options ensure you can enjoy their creations anywhere, all while feeling embraced by a welcoming community atmosphere.

Cuisines

Italian, Vegan

Services

Delivery, Takeaway

Offering

Serving coffee

Payment

Payment by credit card, Payment by debit card, NFC payment

Atmosphere

Fashionably, Casual, Cozy

Best for

Family dinner, Solo dining

4.8

based on 436 reviews

Google

4.8/5 436 reviews

Christopher Battelli

This place is a gem. The gelato is authentic and delicious. We need more places like this. You won’t be disappointed :).

Raffaella Angelelli

Food: 5
Atmosphere: 5

This is absolutely the best real Italian gelato in San Francisco and beyond, definitely the best I had in California. Lot of flavors and many vegan options. They have great cornetti (croissant) , Sicilian cannoli with ricotta or gelato, mini cakes and espresso....recently I tried their new passion fruit gelato which is absolutely the best I ever tried! Consider that this is gelato, not ice-cream: you won't have the same texture and sweetness of ice cream which is cream based. This is what it is served in the best gelato shops in Italy. Gelato has milk, less sugar and the ingredients are 100% "real" (no pre-made mixtures) so you can taste more the strawberries, blueberries, chocolate or pistacho. It can also be softer than ice-cream because it freezes in a different way Hila also offer Gelato making classes that I absolutely recommend: you learn how to make real gelato from scratch, how to make it at home and a lot of tips and curiosities that you probably don't know...and you will bring the gelato you make at home! What a great way to start your weekend 😋 If you try it you will definitely come back!

Victor Olivieri

Not bad, but can't sample and come with toppings that ruin the ice cream.

What is the address of Hila Gelato Cafe?
Hila Gelato Cafe is located at 951 Valencia St, 94110, San Francisco, Mission District, USA.
How to get here by public transport?
The nearest public transport options provide quick and easy access:
- Bus stop 18th St & Valencia St (442 m walk)
- Bus stop Mission St & 20th St (218 m walk)
- Bus stop Mission St & 18th St (458 m walk)
- Bus stop Mission St & 22nd St (339 m walk)
How is Hila Gelato Cafe rated by visitors?
Hila Gelato Cafe has an average rating of 4.8 based on 436 reviews across platforms such as Google.
What type of cuisine does Hila Gelato Cafe specialize in?
The menu includes italian, vegan dishes.

Hila Gelato Cafe in San Francisco