DEL FIORE Gelato – Gärtnerplatz – italienisches Eis

Ice cream, ice cream, ice cream!!! I have good news and bad news for you! Let's start with the bad news: The ice cream you've been eating so far unfortunately wasn't the best you can buy in Munich, and even Häagen-Dazs, Ben & Jerry's, or similar classics have, at best, reached second place in my book since last night. The good news: Your ice cream will taste even better in the future. Namely, when you stop by Stefano De Giglio and Flavio Chouquer, right at Gärtnerplatz 1.

I recently visited this wonderful little corner shop to take a closer look, learn about their ice cream production, and—most importantly, of course—sample their delicious ice cream. Let me say this upfront: since tasting Stefano's ice cream, I know that a portion of ice cream can easily cost 50 cents more when it's made with such attention to detail, such precious ingredients as at Del Fiore, and with such profound expertise and years of research as here at Gärtnerplatz in Munich.

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So delicious!

Here you can usually buy 12 different flavors of ice cream – including one or two so-called premium flavors, which cost 50 cents more per serving than the other standard flavors. Why? Quite simply, because the ingredients are a bit more expensive, and you can clearly taste the superior quality from the very first spoonful – honestly! I was lucky enough to try a little of everything, and whether it was chocolate sorbet, hazelnut, coconut (which was the premium flavor at the time of my visit), yogurt-walnut-honey, sesame-mascarpone, pistachio, rhubarb, white espresso, or classic vanilla – they all taste fantastic! Well… I have to admit: I would absolutely kill for rhubarb, coconut, and yogurt-walnut-honey – and actually, white espresso too. 🙂 I've rarely eaten anything so delicious in the dessert category – and (admittedly) I'm more of a fan of desserts with a bit of bite. Only at the very end of my indulgent tour did I ask how much a portion of ice cream cost, and I was actually expecting somewhat higher prices. Because after Stefano De Giglio showed me the ice cream production, I shook hands with the friendly Italian gentleman – who operated the machines and filled the large portions of ice cream into containers with enormous spoons – and learned in great detail about the years of research, testing, etc., that went into it, and I truly understood what it means to produce very high-quality ice cream. A portion with two different flavors costs just €2. The medium portion is €3, and the large portion – a huge cup with room for four fantastic different flavors – is a fair €4. That means you can theoretically try all the varieties here at Gärtnerplatz in Munich for €12 (or €12.50 for the premium variety) – where else can you find that these days? 🙂

The focus of this small restaurant is clearly on ice cream. During my visit, I sat on the terrace – which has about 30 tables – right on the beautiful Gärtnerplatz square and enjoyed the sunshine, the great atmosphere, the friendly service, and the overall ambiance. It's even more lovely here when the sun is shining. But if you happen to be in the area and don't fancy ice cream – no problem. They also offer a great selection of food. For example, the daily menu includes fusilli with mascarpone and arugula for €8, spaghetti with tomato sauce and pesto for €9, a creamy potato soup with sesame seeds for €5.90, seasonal vegetables with buffalo mozzarella for €12.50, and much more. In addition, the evening menu (from 6 pm) offers snacks such as an antipasti platter for two (€8.90 per person), bruschetta, vegetarian and ham and cheese panini, and much more. The business lunch is available Monday to Friday between 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM and includes your choice of pasta, a side salad, a 0.33l glass of water or spritzer, and an espresso for €12.50. It's best to check the menu online regularly. current daily special to.

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The ice cream street vendor

Those who prefer to take their ingredients home will also find what they're looking for here: The attractively stocked shelves of this small restaurant offer spreads, cheeses, tea, freshly baked bread, sausages, buffalo mozzarella, homemade sauces, chocolates, pesto, wines, and much more. And don't worry: There's also a refrigerated section with pre-packaged, fresh ice cream for you to enjoy at home. Here at Del Fiore, one thing is undeniably convincing: the excellent quality, the high standard of ingredients, the extra touch of love in the production process, and the Italian "know-how," which is constantly enhanced by the desire to create Munich's best ice cream. The owners of Del Fiore themselves describe it this way: "Del Fiore is a gastronomic concept that combines the quality and fascination of Italian food and drink culture. The quality and authenticity of the products are paramount." And that sums it up perfectly.

The service is excellent, and with the two owners, Stefano and Flavio – both chefs, by the way – and also the proprietors of Nero – a very popular and trendy restaurant in Munich (specializing in pizza and steaks) – Del Fiore is definitely a must-visit if you're looking for delicious ice cream and light meals. Del Fiore is open daily from 9:00 am to 10:00 pm, and on Sundays and public holidays from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm. If the sun comes out, they're open until midnight with outdoor seating. I can hardly imagine a better place to end the evening in the heart of Munich than on the Del Fiore terrace – with delicious ice cream in hand. Come by with your friends and family. It's also ideal for a lunch break to help you get through the rest of the day. From the afternoon onwards, fresh cakes and great coffee drinks await you. At Del Fiore on Gärtnerplatz in Munich, everyone will find something they love – and every ice cream lover will simply melt in their own juices.

I'll be back: Absolutely! For the best ice cream in Munich.

Place visited: Del Fiore
Address: Gärtnerplatz 1, 80469 Munich
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