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Dolci Gelati

Traditional Artisan Italian gelato and sorbetto based in Washington DC. Made fresh daily all natural and available at local specialty markets.
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Dolci Gelati, an artisan gelato company, was started in Washington DC in 2006 by pastry chef Gianluigi Dellaccio. Dolci Gelati offers many great varieties of gelato with a consistent level of quality that can only be achieved with artisan precision. The process starts every morning with deliveries from local dairy farms and includes handpicked fruits, fine chocolate which Chef Gianluigi imports fr

om a small sustainable farm in Ecuador and tempers himself, and other fresh, rare ingredients. Then, like a chemist, Gianluigi begins to make his creations, creating the perfect harmonies between fruit, sugar, milk and chocolate. Gianluigi’s rich experience in pastry allows him to make creative magic in his “Laboratorio del Gelato” or gelato laboratory. Gianluigi uses an authentic Italian recipe that has been in his family for generations but mixes in local ingredients and exotic flavors to create a modern twist to a traditional Italian favorite.

02/13/2026

Flowers are cute.
This is cuter. ❤️

Our Raspberry Mousse Dome is layered with white chocolate mousse, a raspberry coulis center, and soft yellow sponge cake.

Available now at Dolci Gelati Shaw.
While supplies last — no pre-orders.

See you soon. 🍓✨

01/21/2026

🍦🌟 We’re Growing Our Team! 🌟🍦

Dolci Gelati, your go-to destination for artisanal Italian Gelato & Sorbetto, is excited to announce that we’re hiring! We’re on the lookout for passionate Gelato Scoopers to join our dynamic team at our one of our DC locations!

If you love gelato as much as we do and enjoy bringing smiles to people’s faces, we’d love to hear from you. Join us in creating unforgettable moments for our guests with every scoop.

👉 Click the link to apply and become part of the Dolci Gelati family: https://dolcigelati.net/workwithus/gelatoserver/

12/19/2025

🎄✨ In search of the perfect last-minute Christmas gift? We’ve got you. ✨🎄

Dolci Gelati Gift Cards are instant, effortless, and guaranteed to make them smile 🍨 No shipping. No stress. Just really good gelato.

Redeemable for gelato, sorbetto, cakes & more.
🎁 Order online here:
https://dolcigelati.net/product/dolci-gelati-gift-card/

Perfect for hosts, teachers, friends, and anyone you forgot 😌

12/11/2025

Italian cuisine just became the world’s first to receive UNESCO cultural heritage status. 🇮🇹✨
And we’re proud to honor that legacy every day — with hand-piped cannoli, slow-churned gelato, and classic tiramisù crafted the true Italian way.

Taste the heritage. Taste Italy. 💚🤍❤️

11/13/2025

Thanksgiving is almost here… and our handcrafted pies are officially open for pre-order 🥧✨

Each pie is made completely by hand — no shortcuts, no mixes, just real ingredients from our pastry kitchen.
We sell out every single year, so now is the time to reserve one for your table.

📧 To order: [email protected]
📍 Pickup: Dolci Gelati Shaw
⏰ Preorder deadline: Friday, 11/21

Apple • Pecan • Pumpkin — baked fresh for Thanksgiving.

11/08/2025

Thanksgiving desserts, made by hand. 🥧

Preorder your Pumpkin, Apple, or Pecan Pie freshly baked right here in DC.

Made with the same care, craftsmanship, and simple ingredients behind our gelato — because dessert should feel special.

🗓 Preorder deadline: Friday, November 21
📍 Pickup: Dolci Gelati Shaw
📧 Email [email protected] to place your order

Limited quantities — once they’re gone, they’re gone.

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween! 🎃🍪No tricks — just Dolci treats.

Handcrafted gelato cookie sandwiches rolled in festive sprinkles — available today at Dolci Gelati Shaw!

10/24/2025

Introducing our newest indulgence:

A crisp mini cone with a caramel surprise, one scoop of chocolate, strawberry, vanilla, or salted caramel gelato, hand-dipped in chocolate.

It’s the perfect little bite of happiness. 🍫🍓🍦

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10/07/2025

Sweet, crispy, chocolate-dipped perfection 🌮🍦✨

Our Gelato Taco is stealing the show this — only at Dolci Gelati SHAW, while supplies last 💚

Would you try this twist on a taco? 👀👇

10/04/2025

🇮🇹 DAY ONE of Festa Italiana D.C.! 🎉 Come find us at the National Harbor this weekend — we’re serving up authentic Italian sweetness all day long 🍦✨

📍 6800 Oxon Hill Rd, National Harbor, MD
🕙 Saturday 10AM–6PM | Sunday 11AM–5PM

10/01/2025

☕✨ Happy International Coffee Day! ✨🍨

Few things are more magical than the moment rich espresso meets creamy gelato. That’s the beauty of the affogato — /ˌɑːfəˈɡɑːtəʊ/, /ˌæfəˈɡɑːtəʊ/ — an Italian dessert where espresso is poured over gelato.

Sip it slowly or savor it with a spoon… either way, it’s dessert, coffee, and an after-dinner drink all in one.

🎥 Watch how we make it in our Reel, then come celebrate International Coffee Day the Italian way with us at Dolci Gelati.

👉 How are you enjoying your coffee today?

09/18/2025

🥜✨ Butter Pecan Dreams ✨🥜

Our butter pecan gelato is pure indulgence: rich, velvety gelato swirled with buttery roasted pecans for that perfect nutty crunch. A classic flavor, handcrafted the Dolci Gelati way—small batch, all natural, and made with love. 💛

Stop by our cafés in Shaw & Old Town and try it today!

Address

1420 8th Street NW
Washington D.C., DC
20001

Opening Hours

Tuesday	4pm - 9pm
Wednesday	4pm - 9pm
Thursday	4pm - 9pm
Friday	4pm - 10pm
Saturday	2pm - 10pm
Sunday	2pm - 9pm

Telephone

+12025181287

Website

http://www.dolcigelati.net/

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