The Gelatist

The Gelatist is an ice cream shop in Greenville, SC, located at 1616 Woodruff Rd Ste A. The shop specializes in handmade Italian gelato, serving a menu that includes gelato cones and cups, milkshakes, crepes, waffles, and pancakes. The Gelatist also offers a variety of desserts such as cheesecakes, tiramisù, Sicilian cannolis, and brownies. The business serves customers in Greenville and the surrounding Upstate SC area. It holds a rating of 4.80 based on 379 reviews.

The Gelatist was founded by a husband-and-wife team from Five Forks, SC, who opened the shop after traveling through Europe and developing a passion for authentic gelato flavors. They began making fresh gelato daily using premium ingredients and traditional Italian methods, including pasteurization and cream whipping. The shop utilizes specialized equipment such as a batch freezer, pasteurizing machine, blast chiller, blender, and planetary mixer to produce its products. The menu features seasonal fruit flavors and combinations inspired by current trends. In addition to gelato, the shop serves frozen yogurt, smoothies, fresh juices, and low-fat yogurts with fruit. Customers can customize their orders with toppings such as Nutella, gelato, and various fruits. The Gelatist partners with other Gelatist locations, including a family in Houston, to provide unique flavors. The brand’s origins trace back to 2013 in Rome, founded by Cesare Toffolon, who aimed to spread Italian gelato excellence globally.

The Gelatist maintains a strong local reputation, reflected in consistently high customer ratings. It has an established track record built on a large base of customer reviews. The shop operates from Monday through Thursday from 12:00pm to 9:30pm, Friday and Saturday from 12:00pm to 10:30pm, and Sunday from 12:00pm to 9:30pm. Customers can order for delivery through UberEats or DoorDash.

With its commitment to traditional Italian techniques and high-quality ingredients, The Gelatist has become a beloved destination for ice cream lovers in Greenville. The combination of authentic gelato and a wide array of sweet treats ensures a memorable experience for every visitor.

The Gelatist is situated on Woodruff Road, just a short distance from Langston Charter Middle School and Pak Mail.

BizScoreAI awards the business a Performance score of 98 out of 100, which measures how quickly the website loads to keep visitors engaged and aid search engine ranking. The business receives a Discoverability score of 75 out of 100.

Services:

• Cold Sweets and Desserts
• Crepes, Waffles and Pancakes
• Gelato Production
• UberEats and DoorDash Delivery