Uli's Gelato Vending Machine and Manufactory on Postcard

"We admit this a bold statement, but once you head to Uli's we think you'll agree: This adorable gelateria serves up the creamiest, freshest, all-around-best in the city that seriously rivals our Rome favorites. The eponymous shop is owned and operated by one of the sweetest creatives who has a talent for whipping up some of the most unexpected and classically delicious flavors (the Black Sesame, Sweet Corn, and fresh Mint Chip are legendary). Now two locations strong (the other is in West Hollywood), we only wish she'd open a third on the west side."

The Los Angeles Hipster Guide

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"We admit this a bold statement, but once you head to Uli's we think you'll agree: This adorable gelateria serves up the creamiest, freshest, all-around-best in the city that seriously rivals our Rome favorites. The eponymous shop is owned and operated by one of the sweetest creatives who has a talent for whipping up some of the most unexpected and classically delicious flavors (the Black Sesame, Sweet Corn, and fresh Mint Chip are legendary). Now two locations strong (the other is in West Hollywood), we only wish she'd open a third on the west side."

The Downtown Los Angeles Guide

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"Gelateria Uli is turning five next month, and to celebrate the sweets shop is doing a party at Downtown’s Spring Arcade building." - Farley Elliott

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Lilian Habash

Google

Highly recommended, the vending machine provides multiple flavor options and presentation of the best gelato in the city. You have to try them all!!! Additionally, knowing that you are supporting a family business makes the experience even better.

Felipe Latorre

Google

I discovered Uli’s at Bristol Farms and really wanted to come and visit this vending machine. Their mint stracciatella is fire and I want to try all the flavors at some point. There are a few lunch options in the arcade where this machine is located, so it’s a perfect dessert stop after getting lunch at one of said spots. 👍🏼

Yuliia Kurochka

Google

I used to really like Uli. They switched to the vending machine only service, which I don’t love, but I still wanted to support the business. I tried going there a few times recently and vending machine was out of order, even though they didn’t mention it online. Today I finally saw it working. I bought a 5oz gelato for $5.75. When I got it, it was freezer burned, I had to wait for a while for it to thaw out and they didn’t even have spoons, which is weird, because if you buy a 5oz gelato you probably want to eat right away. When I finally tried it, it tasted like those nasty ice cubes you get from your freezer, when you don’t clean it for awhile. It was impossible to eat. If you can’t provide a service and good quality gelato, you should not charge people $6 for a nasty scoop of ice cream.

Marco Bernardi

Google

We used to go to Uli a few years ago, it was a good place for gelato in dtla. Now they have replaced humans serving ice cream with a vending machine. We went tonight and couldn’t believe that you literally have to buy the gelato from a machine. Sad!

Ivy G

Google

Amazing staff & Awesome ice cream! I was there on 8th afternoon before heading back home. I actually had a big lunch and didn't have much room for anything else. I was just wandering there, and the gentleman in the shop did a very good introduction of their products and I tried two flavours. I ended up with one scoop in the cone. It was so DELICIOUS! I sincerely wish I could take more. The girl in the shop was so sweet. I asked if I could have a plastic bag because I had an aircraft pillow in my hands for my flight back home that night. And the girl offered me a souvenir bag free of charge! Wow, that was completely beyond expectation! Thanks guys! Wish you a great 2019!

Stella Huang

Google

So glad we found this place! Gelato flavors are so good and refreshing! Had the basil, Jamaican agua fresca with mint sorbet, California Pistachio, yogurt with cherry jam, pluot sorbet and they were all amazing 👌👍🙌 will definitely come back 😆

Lana M.

Google

Best pistachio gelato I have ever had outside of Italy. I love how fresh and flavorful it is. Absolutely a must try!

Asmar Eyvazova

Google

OMG, it was beyond my expectations!!! The most unique flavors, way healthier than regular ice-cream. They use organic fruit that are in season, purchased from the local farmers. You can also purchase your favorite flavor in pints. Friendly staff, tasting and dine-in is allowed. Would definitely go back and highly recommend to everyone, if you are in DTLA, visiting Gelateria ULI is a MUST!

Lilian Habash

Google

Highly recommended, the vending machine provides multiple flavor options and presentation of the best gelato in the city. You have to try them all!!! Additionally, knowing that you are supporting a family business makes the experience even better.

Felipe Latorre

Google

I discovered Uli’s at Bristol Farms and really wanted to come and visit this vending machine. Their mint stracciatella is fire and I want to try all the flavors at some point. There are a few lunch options in the arcade where this machine is located, so it’s a perfect dessert stop after getting lunch at one of said spots. 👍🏼

Yuliia Kurochka

Google

I used to really like Uli. They switched to the vending machine only service, which I don’t love, but I still wanted to support the business. I tried going there a few times recently and vending machine was out of order, even though they didn’t mention it online. Today I finally saw it working. I bought a 5oz gelato for $5.75. When I got it, it was freezer burned, I had to wait for a while for it to thaw out and they didn’t even have spoons, which is weird, because if you buy a 5oz gelato you probably want to eat right away. When I finally tried it, it tasted like those nasty ice cubes you get from your freezer, when you don’t clean it for awhile. It was impossible to eat. If you can’t provide a service and good quality gelato, you should not charge people $6 for a nasty scoop of ice cream.

Marco Bernardi

Google

We used to go to Uli a few years ago, it was a good place for gelato in dtla. Now they have replaced humans serving ice cream with a vending machine. We went tonight and couldn’t believe that you literally have to buy the gelato from a machine. Sad!

Ivy G

Google

Amazing staff & Awesome ice cream! I was there on 8th afternoon before heading back home. I actually had a big lunch and didn't have much room for anything else. I was just wandering there, and the gentleman in the shop did a very good introduction of their products and I tried two flavours. I ended up with one scoop in the cone. It was so DELICIOUS! I sincerely wish I could take more. The girl in the shop was so sweet. I asked if I could have a plastic bag because I had an aircraft pillow in my hands for my flight back home that night. And the girl offered me a souvenir bag free of charge! Wow, that was completely beyond expectation! Thanks guys! Wish you a great 2019!

Stella Huang

Google

So glad we found this place! Gelato flavors are so good and refreshing! Had the basil, Jamaican agua fresca with mint sorbet, California Pistachio, yogurt with cherry jam, pluot sorbet and they were all amazing 👌👍🙌 will definitely come back 😆

Lana M.

Google

Best pistachio gelato I have ever had outside of Italy. I love how fresh and flavorful it is. Absolutely a must try!

Asmar Eyvazova

Google

OMG, it was beyond my expectations!!! The most unique flavors, way healthier than regular ice-cream. They use organic fruit that are in season, purchased from the local farmers. You can also purchase your favorite flavor in pints. Friendly staff, tasting and dine-in is allowed. Would definitely go back and highly recommend to everyone, if you are in DTLA, visiting Gelateria ULI is a MUST!

Uli's Gelato Vending Machine and Manufactory

Uli's Gelato Vending Machine and Manufactory

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