Bobboi Natural Gelato

Gelato was out-of-this-world delicious! Plenty of flavors and dairy free options. I had the Pistachio Della California, and Dragon Lemon (both non-dairy). The medium size is the perfect size for one person. Great location close to the beach, highly recommend.

The lovely ladies there let us try nearly all the flavours before deciding. Mediterraneo and vanilla were my favourite but went in thinking I’d like matcha/pistachio. A bit pricey for what it is but on par with the neighbourhood.

Delicious gelato with many options to choose from. This is a real Italian gelato where they stored it “hidden” and they made it fresh with no artificial flavours/coloring as it should be! Got myself a medium cup with two flavours, rose honey and strawberry. It was refreshing on a sunny day! Price is on a higher side but expected as it’s close to the tourist attractions and within walking distance to the beach.

One of the best if not best ice creams I have ever had in the US so far. They have very unique flavors and almost all are a worth-try. We have had the stracciatella, salted caramel, moka and bacio and all were delicious. Their ice creams are thick in texture and quite full-filling. Special mention to the lady serving the ice creams, who patiently helped everyone taste every other flavor. The La Jolla one has a nice sea facing view. The service is quick.

Fantastic gelato after a long, hot walk in La Jolla. I recommend the affogato with Pistachio and Baccio. Absolute winner of a combo. The enthusiastic staff let us sample as many flavors as we wanted and gave us great pairing recommendations.

Favorite gelato place in San Diego. Go here at least once a week, take all our friends here, recommend this place to everyone. Gelato is to die for and you can try all the flavors! My favorites are the bacio, mediteranno, and the vanilla with chocolate chips.

Best gelato I've ever had! Came across this place on my first visit to the San Diego area back in June and was so good I made a point to come back on my second visit in August. Excellent gelato and really cool little patio with a nice view of the coast. Highly recommend anything they have with pistachio.

Cute little gelato shop in the middle of downtown La Jolla. If you want to grab something sweet, natural, something you’ve never tried before, and delicious after dinner or even after walking to the cove, this is the place to be. This time, we went right during the evening rush on a weekday and there was a constant line out the door until closing time. During the daytime, it’s not as busy so if you want to avoid crowds go then. All of the gelato is gluten free, just make sure if you have celiac to tell them, and they will be extra careful as they do have cones also. For severe nut allergies, they open new tubs. I really enjoyed the matchatella which has chocolate chips in green tea and mediterraneo which has a hazelnut bite to it. Fruit flavors were refreshing. Piccola is really small (smaller than a kids scoop), and the grande is like your standard medium size at baskin Robbins.

Gelato was out-of-this-world delicious! Plenty of flavors and dairy free options. I had the Pistachio Della California, and Dragon Lemon (both non-dairy). The medium size is the perfect size for one person. Great location close to the beach, highly recommend.

The lovely ladies there let us try nearly all the flavours before deciding. Mediterraneo and vanilla were my favourite but went in thinking I’d like matcha/pistachio. A bit pricey for what it is but on par with the neighbourhood.

Delicious gelato with many options to choose from. This is a real Italian gelato where they stored it “hidden” and they made it fresh with no artificial flavours/coloring as it should be! Got myself a medium cup with two flavours, rose honey and strawberry. It was refreshing on a sunny day! Price is on a higher side but expected as it’s close to the tourist attractions and within walking distance to the beach.

One of the best if not best ice creams I have ever had in the US so far. They have very unique flavors and almost all are a worth-try. We have had the stracciatella, salted caramel, moka and bacio and all were delicious. Their ice creams are thick in texture and quite full-filling. Special mention to the lady serving the ice creams, who patiently helped everyone taste every other flavor. The La Jolla one has a nice sea facing view. The service is quick.

Fantastic gelato after a long, hot walk in La Jolla. I recommend the affogato with Pistachio and Baccio. Absolute winner of a combo. The enthusiastic staff let us sample as many flavors as we wanted and gave us great pairing recommendations.

Favorite gelato place in San Diego. Go here at least once a week, take all our friends here, recommend this place to everyone. Gelato is to die for and you can try all the flavors! My favorites are the bacio, mediteranno, and the vanilla with chocolate chips.

Best gelato I've ever had! Came across this place on my first visit to the San Diego area back in June and was so good I made a point to come back on my second visit in August. Excellent gelato and really cool little patio with a nice view of the coast. Highly recommend anything they have with pistachio.

Cute little gelato shop in the middle of downtown La Jolla. If you want to grab something sweet, natural, something you’ve never tried before, and delicious after dinner or even after walking to the cove, this is the place to be. This time, we went right during the evening rush on a weekday and there was a constant line out the door until closing time. During the daytime, it’s not as busy so if you want to avoid crowds go then. All of the gelato is gluten free, just make sure if you have celiac to tell them, and they will be extra careful as they do have cones also. For severe nut allergies, they open new tubs. I really enjoyed the matchatella which has chocolate chips in green tea and mediterraneo which has a hazelnut bite to it. Fruit flavors were refreshing. Piccola is really small (smaller than a kids scoop), and the grande is like your standard medium size at baskin Robbins.

Delicious gelato and great service. Be prepared to wait in line, but that's a sign of how delicious this place is! We were able to sample a few creative/seasonal flavors prior to ordering, all of them were delicious, but we ended up going traditional, vanilla and pistachio. The location/ambience is precious and the quality of the gelato is incredible. Definitely a repeat!

Stopped by while in visiting La Jolla. I liked that everything was fresh. They are known for the nut flavors which are good. I do wish there was some other fruit flavored ones and possibly mixing the pistachio with the rose. There's a cute outdoor seating area.

Gelato: HANDS DOWN best gelato I've ever had. I'm not even a gelato girly but this ate. However it does melt really fast since it's not ice cream, I was thoroughly able to enjoy the flavors. I got pistachio and lemme just tell you, that you cannot get this flavor anywhere else like this! It had the perf amount of saltiness and was slightly sweet, which is good for people who want a sweet treat without it being too sweet. I also got the coffee, which you can probs skip on because it wasn't anything special, but overall still pretty solid. Service: They were all so nice and helpful, giving us descriptions of what their gelato tastes like, which really helped us all choose a flavor LOL. Ambience: Was kind of hard to spot, it's in a lil corner. Inside was pretty clean and a green flag was how the gelatos were in metal containers, unlike other places where they're displayed like decorations. You can also walk down towards cliff for a nice view that goes along with your gelatos :).

Delicious gelato. I got the matcha chocolate and the quadruple berry and both were amazing. The matcha chocolate was especially good--I am still thinking about it. It is close to the ocean so you can take it on a nice stroll along the La Jolla shore

This is such amazing gelato! Reminded me of the ones I had in Italy, with such fresh, tasty flavors and perfect smooth texture. I got the pistachio and agostino split scoop and really loved both flavors. You can taste how fresh the pistachio is. The agostino had great flavor, with banana that wasn't overpowering. I also sampled the rose gelato which was fantastic and didn't taste too floral or artificial. Came on a weekday night, an hour before closing, and the lines were still long but constantly flowing. Service was quick and friendly.

Came here at night with my family. I sampled the Julian Apple Pie, it wasn't anything special and the flavor was light. But if you enjoy fall flavors-- you might enjoy this. It's not too sweet. Next time I'll try their maple flavor, I got the "asking for another sample nerves," so I only tried one. My brother ordered the Bacio and Dark Chocolate Sorbet. This combo was so good! The bacio has a strong hazelnut flavor. It's so smooth and creamy with a light chocolate taste to it. The Dark Chocolate Sorbet, is quite dark and rich, super creamy. Highly recommend! My mom and I shared a small cup. She ordered the Fresh Lavender and I chose the Salted Caramel. I've had the salted caramel in the past and really enjoyed it then, it's been a few years and I probably should have sampled it. This time it was just wayyy too salty, almost like getting seawater in your mouth. And the caramel flavor just wasn't there. The Fresh Lavender on the other hand was light and floral-y! You could taste the lavender but it wasn't excessive. My mom liked the bright and refreshing taste of lemon that it had as well. The base is vanilla-- all these flavors made a delightful gelato! There was no line as we walked up, but after getting seated...more people came. The workers were really nice even though it was getting late. The atmosphere was light, friendly, and inviting. The lights inside and outside were warm toned which looked super lovely! I recommend this spot, just be sure to try the flavors before you order-- in case that it is different today than what it tasted like in the past (:

One of the best if not best ice creams I have ever had in the US so far. They have very unique flavors and almost all are a worth-try. We have had the stracciatella, salted caramel, moka and bacio and all were delicious. Their ice creams are thick in texture and quite full-filling. Special mention to the lady serving the ice creams, who patiently helped everyone taste every other flavor. The La Jolla one has a nice sea facing view. The service is quick.

Solid gelato spot with unique flavors + creamy gelato. My boyfriend got coffee and chocolate hazelnut, both of which he enjoyed (though he liked the coffee more). I got the pistachio, which has a great nutty and salty flavor, and the rose, which had a super strong rose flavor (too much for me).

Food: 9/10 Service: 9/10 Ambiance: 9/10 Gelato here is great. I always think it's overhyped and then I take a bite and fall in love all over again. Sometimes the line is long, but it doesn't take long because the workers are efficient and fast. Ambiance is obviously great because the view is so beautiful!

Interesting flavors and healthy portions. I tried the Julian Apple Pie and was a bit disappointed. Other apple pie flavors I've had were just richer than this. Strachiatello was very good. Great location, friendly staff, and it's always busy which tells you all you need to know.

A great gelato place by the beach! The line went by in 10 minutes even though it was long. My favorite flavor was the coffee and the pistachio. They'd definitely do these flavors well- the gelato was nice and creamy. Didn't love the fruity flavors and liked AN's better honestly.

Ordered: Grande Cup (~$10): Fresh Lavender (lavender, lemon, vanilla), Agostino (dulce de leche and ripe banana), and Mediterraneo (hazelnut, pistachio, almond) Aya's take: Thick, soft, and silky are the best words I can use to describe this gelato. The 3 flavors we chose were delicious and actually complemented one another very well. The line is long but moves quick. This is a gelato gem and worth a visit if you're in La Jolla!

This place is a must whenever visiting La Jolla. Personal favorite is the pistachio and dark chocolate sorbet but they have free samples so go and try what flavors you want! Good service. Not too much seating around the shop. Just a short walk down away from the beach.

I come to Bobboi every time I'm in San Diego. It's my favorite Gelato spot and I love that they have so many lactose free options. I love all their fruity flavors since they pack a punch and I their pistachio is super nutty. Their Gelato is smooth and overall amazing! Definitely my go to gelato place in San Diego!

Food (5/5 stars): Bobboi Gelato is a great dessert spot in La Jolla! They had very high-quality gelato with a smooth and creamy texture and very delicious flavors. I thoroughly enjoyed their Charcoal Vanilla, Bacio (dark chocolate and hazelnut), and Straciatella. This is one of my favorite gelato places in the States! Experience (4/5 stars): * Price: a little pricey but worth trying * Wait Time: minimal on a Friday afternoon * Service: very good * Parking: street parking can be difficult * Ambiance: it's a small, modern gelato shop

Always a great place to stop by for a sweet treat. I tried their Julian apple pie flavor and actually really enjoyed it! I was surprised since I don't really like apple pie or pie in general, but the flavor was subtle and actually felt and tasted creamy! I enjoyed it a lot. definitely recommend for the fall season :) service was good and kind considering I wanted to try so many flavors! Inside is cute and appears clean when walking through. Street parking since it's DT La Jolla!

Nice place to grab a gelato in La Jolla. Very clean and fresh tasting gelato! salted caramel and dragonfruit was refreshing.

YUM!! Best gelato ever! I got a split scoop of pistachio and apple pie. Super creamy and not too sweet. And so flavorful too. The cone was just okay, I probably wouldn't get it again. Cute outdoor patio.

Amazing gelato - the pistachos flavors were so great, and I think I will dream about it.

Wow!! As good as Italy!! Amazing flavors that are soooo yummy!!! Nice sized scoops!!! And a really friendly staff!! Can eat inside or out.

Overall: A great stop for some after-dinner scoops of gelato. The good: So many great (and unique) flavors, we ended up going multiple nights during our stay in the area. All of the flavors were delicious, between pistachio, charcoal vanilla, hazelnut, salted caramel, and many more. They let you have samples which helps you decide, and the staff were always friendly. The not-so-good: A little expensive and sometimes long lines, but worth it. Not a lot of seating (indoor or outdoor) after you get your order. Food/drink: 8/10 Atmosphere: 7/10 Service: 8/10

bobboi gelato is always spot on flavors! a bit on the pricier side and portions are smaller but overall very tasty.

Right up the block from La Jolla Shores, this is a perfect place for gelato! I love getting gelato here and walking down to the ocean shore and walking around watching the waves! The staff allow you to try as many samples as possible and I would highly recommend trying everything! Regardless of location, the gelato here is ultra-high quality. Every flavor is intentional, and the fruit gelato are made with pounds and pounds of fresh fruit. The gelato itself is very creamy and holds its structure very well and doesn't melt in the first minute you get it. Out of all of them however, my favorites are: Pistachio - absolutely perfect flavor profile. Really brings out the pistachio flavors with a little salty and a little sweet. Stracciatella - the dark chocolate slivers are perfectly spaced out in the creamy vanilla gelato. It's perfectly sweet, and a perfect base to pair with any other gelato you get here. Strawberry (vegan) - though this is non-dairy, the strawberry gelato is out of this world. It is made with hundreds of pounds of fresh strawberries, and you can taste it for sure.

After cancelling dinner plans to watch the sunset on our last day in San Diego, was pleased to discover a Gelato place. Even more pleased to see such raved reviews on Yelp - well earned indeed. Lined moved fast and efficiently. My husband and I ordered the sorbet - I had the dragonfruit/lemon and berry - both were delicious but you can tell how natural they were - very refreshing and welcoming for our last day!

So worth the wait! The moka and salted caramel were so flavorful and filling the small size was perfect for a sweet tooth craving. The employees are so nice and patient and offered many samples before letting me pick out my two flavors. Perfect to have while walking along the park.

Wow, perfect texture and creaminess with unique flavors! We came here on a whim and it was a pleasant surprise. Line is sometimes long, but goes by fast. They also pack the gelato in the deceptively small cup. A couple standout flavors include Mediterraneo (imagine a ferrero rocher with a hint of nuttiness) and Baccio (such a rich, creamy chocolate). Don't be shy to sample them all!

HUGE FAN!! Delicious, authentic gelato. You know it's the real deal when it's stored in a metal container with a lid! The staff was friendly and let us try a few flavors - I landed on the chocolate hazelnut and the salted caramel (2 flavors in a single which I always love). The gelato was the perfect texture and the perfect flavor - just as good as the stuff in Italy. In a great location too in La Jolla. Stop by!

I'm a fan. One of my favorite gelato ice cream places in san diego. Love the flavors and the textures.

Mediterraneo 5 strong hazelnut flavor, pistachio, subtle almond Dairy pistachio della California 5 strong pistachio flavor Berrywhite 3 white chocolate, strawberry subtle, Lebanese rosewater after-taste; not like the refreshing strawberry @ Salt & Straw Dulce de leche banana 3 sweet milky banana Mango Ataulfo 3 sorbet

So delicious! This is an unassuming gelato shop along the far end of the Main Street in La Jolla - except for the huge line outside! But not to worry, as the workers are quite efficient even while doling out samples of unique flavors. They had some GF flavors as well as dairy free options. Everything we tried was delicious, and the portion size was not overwhelming - my mouth wanted more but my stomach was satisfied! Definitely recommend!!

There are no bright, mind numbing colors to this gelato and they actually don't 'look' that appealing . But I've tasted nothing like it! The mango was the star and took me back to Indian summers.. strawberry was more sweet than tangy. The pistachio was nutty and gorgeously creamy(with milk) and so was the Mediterraneo. This was my favorite flavor combo. The almond amaretto had that slight medicinal after taste of artificial burnt almond seasoning and the charcoal vanilla felt bland. This was my least favorite flavors , but still savored the very last lick Have to commend the cheery service even though we came at closing and took a gazillion samples before we could make up our mind. Kudos to a place well run

This is definitely one of my top three ice cream shops! Nestled near the beach, it offers a charming view of the surrounding shops in La Jolla. My favorite has to be the Agostino, it's a delightful combination of sweet banana and dulce de leche. It's incredibly refreshing and the perfect treat for any occasion!

Got the stracciatella & dark chocolate sorbet. Was perfect for me as a chocolate fan. Dark chocolate sorbet was soooo rich and yummy. Stracciatella was just what we needed to balance out the strong flavor. Workers were super nice and let us try samples too! Will definitely get it again

Such a good sweet treat no matter the weather! I got the Stracciatella and Mapletella. They were both sweet and creamy. I liked the pop of dark chocolate chips in both flavors. It added a bit of a crunch. Service was fast and gave out samples of flavors you wanted to try. Place was kind of small but super cute! Not much seating on the outside for the amount of customers. Overall, Bobboi Natural Gelato is a must try in La Jolla!

Holiday time in the busy every where. And this ice cream store always busy with line long & short then long never stop. Great Gelato ice cream, nice service.

Best gelato in SoCal!! It's prettyyyy close to Edoardo's in Florence, but still not it exactly. A pretty good replacement though! It would be so over for me if there was a Bobboi was closer to us in OC :')

Friendly service and yummy gelato walking distance from the La Jolla Cove! We came on a Saturday afternoon and there was a small line but it moved very quickly. Service was prompt and friendly and I appreciated how Bobboi allows you to sample. I decided to order the "Media" ($7.55) which is their medium size and got their Stratiacella (vanilla with chocolate chips) and their Moka (espresso with dark chocolate chips). Both flavors were delicious and refreshing. The shop is cute but small and unfortunately there wasn't any open tables so we decided to eat our gelato while walking towards the cove. Nevertheless, Bobboi is a great option if you want something sweet by the beach!

Got the dragon lemon and quatroberry! They were both so refreshing and delicious! This is a cute shop with lots of flavors! 100% would come back!

It is a nice little shop that is very well decorated. Service was good and it was quick and easy. The gelato was so good, I highly recommend both flavors I tried. Both have strong flavors but nothing over powering or too much. I would highly recommend this place.

Lovely flavors and a quiet seating area for a post meal dessert! Staff were friendly and welcoming Loved that you could pick two flavors for any size of gelato you get. We really enjoyed the lavender and bacio (tasted like Ferraro rocher!)

Happy to stop by here for delightful gelato every time! I always get the salted caramel, it's a must! Ambiance is always pleasant from laughing kids, to couples on their first date, and to lively adults. It's always a fun time. Service is impeccable from how clean the store is and to the attentive cashiers. I recommend to stop by Bobboi cause it's one of the best gelato locations in the country. (These are strong words, but I stand by it!)

I could come here every single day. During my trip to San Diego, Bobboi's gelato was one of my favorites throughout my trip. The flavors of each one is unique, and it's just made so well and it's refreshing. I got the Orange Cranberry and I loved how fresh and tart it was. It had that nice blend of sweetness, and you can really tell that the real fruit was incorporated in the gelato. I don't normally get vanilla, but it had that charcoal addition so that gave me an incentive to get it hehe. The vanilla bean had that really good creamy texture and it honestly tasted like a lil toastier version from normal vanilla which I really liked. The service was quick and friendly and I will definitely make my stops here once again when I'm in the area! I love that it's located on top of the beach front of La Jolla and it's such a cool place to enjoy some good gelato.

Hands down Bobboi Gelato is my favorite because their flavors are amazing and it tasted light. Service was wonderful and thank you for the samples outside. Here in La Jolla it is in a lovely location over looking the ocean.

My kids are insane over this! The line was long but worth the wait! Flavors awesome. Service great. We happy!

I'm still thinking about the Mediterraneo gelato I had here last weekend. Everything we had was delicious: berry sorbet, pistachio (just the right amount of salt!), and vanilla with chocolate. Limited seating on the patio outside.

5/5 service & hospitality - I tried so many flavors, , 5/5 gelato with sweet, nutty, and tart flavor offerings, 5/5 ambiance with a cute front porch and a little street facing gelato cart. A treat so sweet we came back twice during our weekend trip to San Diego. I tried several of the flavors (including charcoal vanilla, cranberry orange, and dragon fruit) but absolutely fell in love with the seasonal offering of pumpkin amaretto so I got it both times. Their pistachio is salty, with a strong nutty flavor and less sugar than the typical Sicilian pistachio gelato. The second time I ate here I switched out pistachio for bacio (milk chocolate hazelnut) which was true to the Italian classic. Though not featured, my friend who I came with ordered the Dragon Fruit and the oatmilk pistachio both of which she adored. The Dragon Fruit was tart and bright purple, an unusual take on sorbeto. It's a short walk from the beach so we took our cups to the sea and enjoyed the flavors from there!

This line was outdoor and for a reason! We all got something different and they were all a 10/10. I got the salted caramel and berry lavender, we also got the almond almerrato, mango and strawberry and the pistachio flavor one.

Amazing gelato, quality ingredients, fast service, and convenient location! Food: gelato was super quality. you know it's real gelato when they have to put a lid on it! Flavors I personally recommend are rose, Matcha chip, and mediterraneano. Service: the girls working in here are very friendly and so efficient! I was not planning on getting gelato, but they were giving free samples and I got convinced! It is pricey Small cup is $7, med is $10 Atmosphere: there are some tables inside and if you outside, but pretty small space. Parking in this area is really difficult. You will need street park or find a garage.

Bacio and Mediteraneo are the best! the Dragon Lemon too, however can never snap a Pic because it's that good. Sorry not sorry. Find out for yourself!