Capogiro Gelato
1625 E Passyunk Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19148
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Address :
1625 E Passyunk Ave
Philadelphia, PA, 19148 - Phone (215) 462-3790
- Website https://www.capogirogelato.com/
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Opening Hours
- Mon :7:30 am - 10:00pm
Specialities
- Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : No
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : Free
Good for Working : Yes
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M. J.
I consider myself quite the connoisseur of frozen anything: ice cream, gelato, Freez-Pops, margaritas, and cryogenic life extension among them. With my credentials on the back burner, let me tell you one thing about Capogiro - it's almost always perfect. Having eaten extremely disappointing gelato in Italy, France, and Spain (what the fuck do you mean foie gras gelato is a bad idea?) I feel like I can pinpoint what exactly it should be. Smooth, velvet smooth. Intensely flavorful, like if you put the Platonic ideal of a flavor into a black hole and brought it to the singularity. In a word, luxurious. Capogiro does that with finesse and no need for antiperspirant. Being in South Philly, I was stoked as hell when the Pashunk Capo opened its doors. All this around the corner from me? Sold. Granted there may be hipsters. Granted the space is cramped compared to the other, more lavish stores. But you know what? I eat the gelato because it tastes better than any I've ever had, anywhere, plain and simple. They do this at a higher level than almost anyone else in the country. Consistently and thoughtfully. Especially now that this location has worked out the kinks and is delivering great product on a regular basis, there is no reason to not treat yourself. I will say let the haters hate. Everyone on Yelp may want to be the musclebound sand castle-kicker, but I'm not concerned with that. This just means I have less people to stand impatiently behind before I buy and consume an entire pint of Scuro in one sitting. Keep it up, you intrepid gelati frontiersman. Let no man, no woman, no pretentious or snobby ne'er-do-well impede upon your progress. Thank you for fighting the good fight and bringing something a little more sweet to savor in South Philly.
(4)Brendan O.
It's become hard to imagine life in Philly without Capogiro! Perfectly crafted and inventive beyond any other similar place I've ever been to anywhere. I always take advantage of the unlimited free samples, and the fact that even the smallest size serving (piccolo) allows for two flavors at a time, but I tend to gravitate back toward the amazing pairing of Mexican dark Chocolate and Espresso. Incredible. Given the number of locations scattered throughout the city, it's usually well worth it to skip dessert at whatever restaurant you're visiting for dinner and walk to the nearest Capogiro afterward instead.
(5)Sara C.
Capogiro is finally in good company - smack dab in the middle of Italian South Philly, and I couldn't be happier. This is a cute little location right along the 1600 block of Passyunk, perfect for that post-Cantina dessert. I opted for a mix of the Mexican Chocolate and the Bourbon Vanilla - I suppose it's the foodie version of your standard chocolate-vanilla twist. It was amazing - the kick of the spicy chocolate was calmed by the vanilla. Their back patio was still closed when I dropped in - I hope it's already open, or will be soon! Trust me, I will be hitting this location up frequently on those hot summer days.
(5)Jeremy W.
Please Mr. Capogiro, you just opened again for the Spring season. I understand you have to serve gelato from tubs at your Passyunk location. Please, though, try to make sure there's no freezer burn up in my gelato this year. Thank you.
(3)Yohann S.
I don't really know the difference between Ice Cream and Gelato. But I know their similarity. They both goooooddd~ So on this hot day, I went all the way to Ikea to get their $1 non fat frozen yogurt. Unfortunately, when it was my turn to order, the machine ran out of yogurt and they won't be ready again anytime soon. So I went back home feeling a little bit dissapointed, when suddenly the name Capogiro popped up in my head. And right away, instead of head back home right away, I took a detour to this Capogiro in Passyunk Ave. Being so close to my house is a plus. Went inside the store.. the staff was very friendly. Right away she offered me if I would like to get a taste sample of one or two available flavor. I'm not sure if that's the norm (the taste sampling), but I skipped that part and go right away order 2 flavors in a cup. I ordered Pistachio and Tiramisu.. both which taste very yummy. Too bad they don't have Peanut Butter. But that's okay. The price for a small (which is literally very small) cup, is a bit too high. 2 flavors in a small cup cost me $4.68 .. I'd think twice going back here if just for the heck of getting some. But yeah.. it is yummy and pricey. Fellas, go here if you on your first date. Just to get in the romantic mood and to impress her. The next date after that, you can skip this place and go to nearby ACME or CVS or something, if you want to grub on ice cream/gelato. :p
(4)Jose A.
I've been to this specific spot three times and my experience has been less than great each time. The selection seems worse than other capogiros in the city. The inward opening door is actually a pain in the ass for all the customers waiting in line. The service is slow, the customers are annoying. Gelatos and sorbets are good though. Also $10 minimum and not budging when your 2 small cups ring up to $9.72?
(2)Dara C.
I live right up the street from Capogiro which can be totally dangerous! I ventured in for the first time last week. What an amazing place! I had no idea such an awesome place was right around my corner! My cousin and I got the Aloha Monkey which is a cross between pineapple & coconut. It was amazingly tropical! Totally made me wish I was on an Island somewhere! We also tried the Chocolate Banana -- rich & delicious!! It's a little pricey but totally worth it for an occasional sweet treat.
(4)JEAN S.
YUM! I just had the pineapple mint gelati with the grapefruit campari sorbet. It was so refreshing and delicious, the perfect finish to my sushi dinner at Izumi. They eagerly offered taste after taste until we made our selection. The place is really cute, and there is a patio to open soon, as well as a beautiful space upstairs. I'm all smiles about this place and I can't wait to go back.
(5)Sally f.
wow. words best right here in philly!!!??!!!! giddy. wanted to be a part of this. finally got my ass over here and was fully amazed. i had ROSEMARY GOATS MILK .....yeah....fantastical new treats for my taste buds......
(5)Gale S.
Food texture is a funny thing. To one for whom food textures are of paramount importance, the ideas of creamy, crunchy, squishy, - or the experience of breaking the skin of a food to reveal a luscious or decadent center - the surprise of the combination of different textures, in sequence, - can literally result in a food coma. These intricacies are minutely differentiated in the world of frozen desserts, which these days range from the tart yogurt shops that have cropped up like weeds to the uber chic mainstays of the gelato titans. And then there are the frozen custard stands, a whole different textural animal. So, friends, why have I tangented so early on in this review? Ah, for good reason. GELATO. Italian gelato. Pure, simple, expertly prepared, and delivered with pride and joy. It is the outright king of all frozen dessert textures. And, as a result, will incite something akin to orgasm most every time. The staff at this Capogiro (Capoyunk) occupy a particular corner of my heart, as they are familiar faces who are liberal in their sampling practices. True Gelato is a journey in creamy decadence, supplying a multi-tiered sensory journey that rolls. And rolls. Flavors switch daily, which is both good and bad, as you can imagine. Because it NEVER ends. So let me tout the praises of their beer week offerings, which included a strawberry porter and a chocolate stout flavor that made my eyes roll to the back of my head. I mean, I don't even drink alcohol. But THIS - THIS THING - I would have given a pinky toe and all four molars for this. (disclaimer: I only HAVE 3 molars left, in case you wanted to take me up on this offer). The coffee is another draw. They brew La Colombe, which, as all of us coffee aficionados know, is only as good as the machine it's brewed on and the techniques of the baristas. And at Capo, you KNOW you're getting an awesome cup. Every time. And the price point is a tiny bit lower than other shops around, which is good because if you are BUYING gelato, you may or may not have put up a second mortgage. Or you just like treats. A bit more brown-nosing: The decor has actually inspired me to redo my bathroom in a similar style and color scheme, the photos on the walls make me want to cry - even the way they are framed exhibits brilliance, and it is impeccably clean. I LOVE this place. A lot. To sit there and cruise internet, to do work, to read, to enjoy - Capoyunk is it. Treat thyself. And I'm pretty sure they'll accept first-born children as payment. They work B.O.H. for mere peanuts.
(5)erin o.
The yumminess of Capogiro South is as expected if you've ever experienced the pleasure of Capogiro's gelato. It definitely is a South Philly version of the joint, with the decor including old timey photos of generations past. The colors are cheerful and the redecoration of the space was well done, including the restoration of the original hardwood floors! My only concern is the freezer is so close to the door, so I envision a gridlock by the front door during the long hot days of summer. I hope everyone can be nice to each other.
(4)E T.
I live one block from the 20th Street outpost of Capogiro. I am a huge fan and try to limit my intake to once a week- failure most summer weeks! So, I had to check out the new place when I was out for dinner. The East Passayunk Capogiro is a bigger space than the center city ones. This is a great place to linger and to admire the cool old b/w photos on the wall- looks like there might be a back patio for summer. The selection is a bit more limited and the gelato is hidden under cover- I am such a visual person that I love to look at the luscious rainbow deliciousness and decide if I am in the mood for pink or green or that mango colored yumminess. I am glad they are spreading their joy all over Philly.
(4)Dame V.
As a vegan, I can only eat a few flavors of gelato, and here, I could only eat the sorbetto. Luckily, it was creamy and delicious. The mango champagne was the best flavor I tried, but all of them were pretty tasty. Although the price seemed steep for a to-go treat, the portion size was pretty generous. The staff I encountered on my visit were competent, friendly, and helpful.
(4)Rob S.
I suppose I am a gelato ignoramus, but I don't see what all the hype is about. Maybe I didn't pick the right flavors or combination thereof. Maybe I don't know how much air or cream or whatever is supposed to be in this stuff. With that said, I did think the one chocolate flavor we had was outstanding and the others just OK. But not nearly worth the price. I feel wrong in thinking that some store brands, though obviously not nearly as fresh or natural, have better flavor than what I tried... But, that's what I think. Maybe I'll try it again sometime?
(3)Natalie D.
Where shall I begin, the freezer burned overpriced product, or the horrific staff? The product is almost always freezer burned. I too don't understand why I need to give them a kidney for a small cup of gross gelato. Being an Italian from a deeply Italian neighborhood, I know gelato. This location should be ashamed. The waitstaff is S-L-O-W. They just stand around and discuss whatever hipsters discuss rather than assist you. My first experience here, when it had first opened, was a nightmare. I had a knee brace on, which was quite visible. The late worker not only slammed my whole body with her eco-friendly bike making me cringe and double over in agony, but didn't apologize. The real shocker came when she decided to scoop our gelato 15 minutes later. I glanced up from my phone to see - get this - she had the longest, dirtiest, grossest underarm hair EVER hanging out from her tank top. I almost vomited on the spot. Yes, that is a personal decision. But if you are working around food, especially leaning completely into it, that is completely intolerable. If she would've been made to cover it up I would've never known. I took a bite, gagged from the memory (and did I mention the freezer burn?!) and lost interest. Shame it cost us about $20 to get nauseous. Other times I have been rushed out of here like we were on the sinking Titanic, even when it was empty. Not worth the time, energy, money, and utter frustration. Unless you dig chicks with underarm hair so close to your dessert.
(1)Nsharin T.
"when it touches your lips its just so good" I had never had gelato (yeah, I said it - don't judge) so I along with two friends headed over to The Best Place To Eat Gelato(according to National Geographic's book Food Journeys of a Lifetime) That is a great honor and well deserved...all over the world they travel and arrive in Sunny Philadelphia. When we stepped foot in there there were options galore and little spoons for tasting...me being all decisive decided to taste every flavor option available (haha joking) just one Cream Cheese and I loved it I have dreams of it - so creamy and delicious. My friends also experimented with flavors one of which was an aquired taste (sea salt) he absolutely loved it how they turned salt in to a creamy delicacy is beyond my but they have something for every taste. The decor also made me smile a bunch of old black and white photos gave it a certain homey charm. But that's what you get when a wonderful restaurant makes deliciousness with milk from Amish grass-fed cows and flavors not seen anywhere else. Like a jelly belly but better. If you haven't been...Get There!
(5)Kate S.
I love Capogiro! The staff is friendly and always helpful with helping me pick out what tasty dessert I should have. I know that people argue the cost is too much, however I'm fine with paying extra for fresh ingredients and not a box of crap from the grocery store-if you want to complain about the cost, don't buy it! Simple! This is also the only place I will have a cappuccino with biscotti or an espresso-too good to pass up! I will continue to treat myself from time to time with some of their dark chocolate gelato :)
(4)Kristin H.
On the topic of "gelato is delicious," it's pretty much all been said. Let me just add that the staff at this location is as sweet as the treats they serve. I never leave without a smile.
(5)Kristine D.
The gelato and sorbet here are both really good. I recommend the lemon and blackberry sorbet, and the pistacio gelato. The way they designed this place serves it well. Its adorable and its somewhere i would take family if they were visiting. great place to take kids, but doesn't feel like a kid-centered establishment. There is plenty of room to sit, not a lot of room to stand when ordering. The waitstaff is so unpleasant though. I don't think I have ever seen any of them smile. Its definately pricey.
(4)S P.
Good flavor but does not have much of a selection compared to the other branches.
(4)Jeannine K.
I was very excited when this location opened because it is so close to my apartment and the bars I frequent. The gelato is great, I love combining hazlenut and pistachio together. However, I am not impressed by the staff at this location. I have been here twice and each time felt belittled by them. I felt as if they were annoyed that they had to wait on me (or anyone for that matter). For what the place charges, dealing with a snotty attitude just isn't worth it. I will probably go back because it's in my neighborhood; that's the only reason.
(3)Jennifer N.
My rule of thumb, always give a place 3 chances to prove themselves. Well, this place sucked all 3 times!!! I've tried them at various times over the past few months. The staff is the worst part of the experience. They can't be bothered to wait on you, and if they do - they are rude and curt. The Gelato was freezer-burned and overpriced. This location opens at 2PM daily (if they feel like it!), guess they feel they don't need the business. I walk by everyday (between late morning and mid-afternoon) and see people baffled at how they are not open. When you are surrounded with restaurants open for lunch, why would you not be open to take advantage of that business? Save your money, or go to another location - the Passyunk Avenue Capogiro isn't worth it!!!
(1)Le Raccoon X.
after a loooooong, hot day at work, i was looking forward to a nice treat with my niece. we were feeling adventurous, so we decided that we would actually take the time to sample different flavors this time instead of ordering right away. i ended up very disappointed by many of the flavors (eventually settled for turkish coffee and dark chocolate) and appalled by the service. at the checkout line, the clerks had the nerve to treat me and my niece like street urchins. one clerk told me, "i'll give you her cup after you pay him." i was stunned. just because i was dressed down (shorts and an old college t-shirt) did not give him the right to treat me like a thief. i'll stick with philly water ice and enjoy delicious gelato and quality service elsewhere (eg, pitango's in baltimore), thank you very much. you just lost two south philly native customers, capogiro passyunk.
(1)Fran S.
I love Capogiro. However, the Passyunk Avenue location is a disappointment. Limited selection of gelato and sorbetti and sometime the staff is not very attentive or friendly, and given the price point they certainly should be more gracious to customers. The Passyunk avenue location also seems to be more focused on being a coffee shop rather than a gelato shop. There are more coffee and tea combos than gelato and sorbetti. There seems to be too much room dedicated to seating and so little for product which is not visibly and lusciously displayed as in the town locals. We do eat with our eyes. Here product is not displayed and instead stored in small lidded containers - very unappealing styling and several times my choices have had an unpleasant texture. My excitement at them moving into the neighborhood has been dashed after only a few visits. I always have a much better experience in the center city stores and both have a greater variety of flavors and friendlier staff. The avenue location is a waste of time and money.
(2)pearl s.
I have to write this review because Capogiro on 13th is and has been consistently very good. I tried the one on Passyunk recently and it was HORRIBLE. thank god the espresso is so wonderful because I was really disappointed. I ordered the small cup of tiramisu and pistachio--I thought something was wrong with me because neither tasted like pistachio or tira. My friend got tira and nutella. the nutella tasted fine but tira tasted nothing like tira and had no bite. It was like cream flavored. Pistachio was even more disappointing because you can get better at a chinese restaurant. you know that flavor just jumps at you. I thought about this disappointment, for what I had spent, through the next day and I decided it might very well be because the factory is on 13th and this is a satellite place. Not sure what other reason because I know they make great ice cream and these two flavors are full of bite and recognizable flavor. I wanted to call the owners and ask them to go there and taste it for themselves. I said to my friend "maybe I am having trouble tasting" but she did too so I wasn't having some medical condition going on. I was beyond disappointed and frankly for the price. I will not be back to the passyunk store. not to mention the guy working there seemed out of it. They shut down the coffee machine like 30 minutes before they closed--just all around annoying.
(1)Rach K.
Yum! I had a cup of the honey gelato, which was amazing. It was super creamy, soft, and was subtly floral and unmistakably honey-flavored. There's lots of seating, which is nice when Philly's steaming hot and you're worried that going outside will immediately reduce your gelato into soup.
(5)Ed L.
Best gelato and sorbet I've ever had. 2 reasons this is not a five star review: 1. The wanker hipster behind the counter who was whining that he had to work alone. Gave me tons of attitude for ordering 5 cups. 2. The $28 I spent on 5 tiny "piccolo" sized cups of sorbet and gelato. I don't like sorbet because it's usually either too icy, or syrupy. This sorbet was perfect. Not too sweet, and tasted very fresh. The lemon and lime both had nice tartness, and the pear flavor had nice pieces of real pear in it. I could've eaten a gallon of it. In fact, this may be the only sorbet I would actually choose over ice cream. I had the Thai coconut gelato. It was great gelato, but I didn't love the Thai flavor. That's my own problem though. I'd go to other locations, or this one again, if that whiny hipster isn't there.
(3)Gino C.
We love Capogiro! Visited multiple locations all over the city and this one is a favorite. We stopped by twice last weekend and always receive friendly service and nice conversations. The gelato is amazing... best I've ever had. And the flavors...wow! So creative and delicious! Our children not only love this place, but the flavor get them thinking up new and inspired flavors themselves. Thanks for such a nice spot to create memories with our children.
(5)Nancy N.
LOVE LOVE Capogiro!!! I got the banana chocolate/thai coconut milk at this location. LOVED IT!!!! It makes me so happy. I prefer the CC location because I feel like the gelato is more cold and they have more flavors there.
(5)Amanda N.
Friendly and casual service that I dig. Cucumber flavor was amazing. Loved the abundant frozen bits of cucumber. It went really well with Strawberry. I wish I had gotten the medium to squeeze a third flavor in! They don't have as many flavors as the other locations but I pick quality over quantity any day. A nice variety of unique flavors and they were incredibly patient letting us sample them. Lots of options on where to enjoy your gelato: indoor comfy seats, scenic/cute/small storefront area, or walk down to the fountain for even better scenery. Not a cheap habit though..
(4)Doina N.
It's weird that this is the 2nd time I try Capogiro, keeping in mind that there are so many locations in the city. I tired today the Fior Di Latte and the Sicilian pistachio. Not impressed at all, unfortunately. I'm a big fan of ice cream and can distinguish well ebough between a good one, a very great one and a not so good one. Today was a quite disappointed. Also I thinks it's pretty pricey - paid $5.13. Customer service is very nice.
(2)Marcie W.
Quaint. Delicious sorbets and gelato. I had chocolate and Thai coconut, Sam had lemon and salted bitter almond
(4)Camille G.
Still not sure if I was eating gelato or water ice. This was the WORST gelato I've ever had. Having just returned from a week in Italy, I can comfortably say that this tastes nothing like the real thing. We tried nearly every flavor before reluctantly settling on 4 selections. Every bite was a mouth full of ice crystals. We will most certainly not be returning. Two thumbs down.
(2)John U.
Great Service. Intelligent engaging Workers and We were able to try as many flavors as we wanted. Coconut milk was our favorite but runner up was the margarita which we had with in the same cup! Yum!
(4)Patricia C.
If anyone could let me know how many Capogiro "heirs" there are, and how many of them are single, heterosexual men, that would be great. I'm more than willing to exchange matrimony and child-bearing for the promise that you will never stop making and serving this happiness in a cup or cone. I've also never had better coffee. I like black coffee, and too often I get what tastes like dirty water. Not here! Nothing but the best at Capogiro. Please open a shop in the New Brunswick area ASAP. We need you in our lives.
(5)Judy K.
Super friendly staff and great gelato. The flavors rotate everyday but they let you sample anything you want! Thai coconut and dark chocolate are always delicious.
(5)Marie M.
I had the cappuccino flavored gelato split with the dark chocolate gelato. Let me tell you, I do not like chocolate ice cream, but this was different. The dark chocolate gelato tastes like brownie batter. It is so good! The portion looks small, however it is very rich, so you don't need a lot to be satisfied. Overall, great place to go after a meal down in South Philadelphia.
(5)Amy P.
Love this place and their gelatos are the best!!! I always get the pistachio flavor. Sherbet was just so-so.
(4)Michael N.
Good coffee, great gelato, and pretty decent service. The gelato choices are constantly changing, but the quality os always there. The only real drawback is that it is kind of expensive. Get some gelato for you and the kids along with a coffee or two and you're looking at an easy $40. A once in a while treat for sure.
(4)Angelo M.
terrible service didn't know how to take an order looked at me like i was speaking another language while ordering ice cream. It sucked anyway gave me a headache, messed my order up took another customer while waiting there for the rest of my order... and dirty. Never again
(1)John P.
Terrible customer service. I walked in to grab a coffee on my way back home with my girlfriend around 7:30PM. I walk in and see no one behind the counter and a girl sitting in the customer seating on her phone. My girlfriend and I walked, and no one came to greet us or let us know that someone was working... After standing at the counter, the girl in the customer seating who is still on her phone goes, "Hey." I said, "Hi.", thinking it was just some social hipster, making conversation. She then continues without standing up, "Do you want anything?" I responded, "Ya. I didn't realize you worked here". And she rolled her eyes at me as if I was bothering her by coming in and wanting something. They don't wear uniforms or anything that would imply they worked there and because she just sat there on her phone without looking up or even greeting us when we walk in (the door is loud enough to know someone walked in, which is why I took this all as poor customer service), I figured she was just another customer. We ordered two Mocha's with Expresso and another worker rang us up and was fine. After waiting for a few minutes, the rude worker placed our drinks on the countertop on the other end of the serving area without saying a word and just walked away. Any other place would be more courteous and kindly let you know your order is up and hand it to you. The Mocha was fine, nothing special, but the customer service was terrible.
(2)Candice B.
I find the layout of this Capogiro to be awkward. Yes, yes, the old rowhome look is quaint, but there's a narrow space between the wall and counter that gets easily crowded by small groups and those coming from the back area to leave. That said, it's the same delicious gelato to be found at all of the other locations, and it's close enough to stroll over to on a Saturday night, so I'm not going to complain too much. My favorite combo of the moment is the dark bittersweet chocolate and sea salt caramel. It is gelato worth savoring.
(4)Bill M.
As a whole I love Capogiro for its decadent gelatos and impeccable service. But I really love the East Passyunk location for its old school South Philly personality and decor, and the coffeehouse vibe that it does a better job of bringing to the table than any of the other Capo locations. This old row home location is filled to the brim with vintage style photographs and decor that really helps it stand out on a whole other level that the other Capogiro locations don't have to offer. So it gives you plenty to take in while you savor scoops of classics like Nocciola and Pistacchio; or specialty flavors like Honeysuckle and Marscapone and Fig. And while you may still instantlyfind yourself going for dessert, the fact that they have La Colombe coffees and a good selections of coffeehouse beverages becomes even more apparent in this one when you take in its layout and feel the need to stay awhile..
(5)David C.
I believe that I have reviewed the Walnut Street location for Capogiro's, but I did want to commend the wait staff on dealing with a particularly onerous customer during this most recent visit to this location. My wife and I were out with another couple, and we stopped in after dinner. The line was a bit long, and I had to wait in the doorway, which meant that I had to keep the door open. A surly older guy at the other end of the counter asked the staff to ask me to close the door, to which I slowly responded. The guy may have caught a slightly demeaning glance and attitude from me as we worked our way closer to him (he wasn't big, and I am, so I wasn't worried). The guy was clearing causing the staff stress, and just sat there for an extending period of time without ordering anything, but they handled it well. As for the gelato itself, you can't go through with the white chocolate and hazelnut.
(4)Lakin S.
I came into this gelateria by chance--after being pursued/followed by some random guy while I was trying to take a peaceful walk my first night in Philly. So, making an excuse to get away, I told him I was walking to a cafe. Well lo & behold, I find this amazing gem! Amazing. Great flavors & you can really taste the freshness and textures of the ingredients. I had the pumpkin & pistachio flavors. So good! I highly recommend stopping by this place for a sweet treat if you are in the East Passyunk area.
(5)Alyssa R.
Yum! Although they didn't have pistachio which I've heard is amazing, I got Nutella and marscapone and they were so creamy, silky and smooth! Can't wait to go back and hopefully try pistachio.
(5)Jordan M.
We went here just to waste time till it got later and I found the staff rude. This one guy seemed like he didn't care bout his job and likes to belittle ppl. The prices are a little high but not bad.
(3)Alick W.
Capogiro is a gelato ice cream shop in Passyunk square. They usually have 1 or 2 tables outside on nice days and a decent area on the inside. The server was very nice and friendly and offered samples if different flavors. Capogiro does not have traditional ice cream flavors so it was nice to try something new. I went with a frappe which is similar to a milkshake. For flavors I was able to combine 2; the thai coconut milk and brown sugar which was a delicious mix. It is a little more pricier here then other ice cream shops but they also have very good quality.
(5)Vinny P.
Oh Capogiro, how I love thee. After dining at one of the many fine establishments on East Passyunk, I always make sure to leave room for some gelati. I say gelati because it's plural and the smallest you can get is two scoops. Hey, when in Rome... This Capogiro is distinct from its Center City counterparts because it's in an old row home. The front room has a similar look but as soon as you cross the threshold into the seating area, you will notice the more homey feel of this south philly shop. They have the full selection of flavors and it's really tough for me to stray from cioccolatto scuro and pistacchio sicialano. You can have samples, it's ok, they expect it. This one is closer to where I live and I really appreciate that they have a presence down on the avenue. Buonissimo!
(5)Amy N.
My first experience at the Capogiro was on an evening in March when it couldn't have been warmer than 35 degrees outside.... and yet - we craved the gelato! Ricotta Cheese with Almond was subtle and delicious. The Bourbon Butterscotch was excellent, though I'm not sure I got the hint of Wild Turkey it claimed to contain. The Cioccolato Scuro was dark and decadent chocolatey goodness. We walked. We froze. We ate in pure bliss... and eventually regained feeling in our fingers. Worth it!
(4)John B.
The gelato was icy and not creamy at all!! Disappointing as I've heard that this is some of the best gelato around. I may try the center city location but I won't be dropping six bucks on a small cup of ice.
(1)Adam L.
Delicious and Derisive. If you love gelato, and also want to feel like you're bothering the employees by walking in the door, this is the place for you. Best gelato in terms of flavor, variety and consistency. The other consistent with this location is the rude staff who couldn't be bothered to smile or act friendly.
(3)Mary S.
I love that they have different flavored every time I visit. The employees are very pleasant.
(4)Zoe P.
This Capogiro's location is so cute! It's quite different - as Michelle C mentioned, it has that homey, old-fashioned ice cream shop/cafe feel compared to the much more modern vibe the other CC locations have. I like businesses within brownstone buildings, it lends a comfortable, personable feel to the place. The smaller location means fewer gelato flavor options available, but it's great that they're even on East Passyunk Ave and able to offer gelato to an area without many frozen dessert options. The staff was friendly when I visited, and super cute with one very young customer. Since I don't live in the area (yet - you never know...), I won't be able to enjoy my gelato in their cute little 'living room' until the next time I come down to visit the area's amazing restaurants :)
(4)Ace J.
My favorite place to get ice cream, compared to all the other locations around the city. I can never eat too much ice cream--but the SEA SALT flavored ice cream at this place is freakin' DELICIOUS! Although I was informed by other locations that they don't always have it on board, and it's their seasonal special (which I don't get... what is SALT season?), the sea salt ice cream brings me back every time. Ever since that one bite, I've had a weird urge of sprinkling sea salt on all my ice cream!!! The staff, however, was unfortunately not too friendly.
(4)Julie V.
In addition to their delicious gelato, I want to extoll the housemade baked goods and coffee beverages. I just inhaled a particularly perfect ginger cookie and cappuccino. The cookie was the perfect balance of moist and flavorful, while not being too sweet or undercooked. Seriously, maybe the best cookie I have ever purchased second only to Urban Standard in Alabama.
(5)Vanessa C.
Capogiro in Center City and University City are decent - this location is NOT. Horrible service experience and crappy product experience. My friend and I dropped by late night over the weekend to grab some coffee and gelato for a chat. I don't know if the two ladies behind the counter were having a fight or what but I expect friendly service as soon as any customer comes through the door. What I met was a tired frown behind the cash register as she stood there silently to take my order. I ordered two lattes for here and she handed me two paper cups not even filled 80% of the way. The other locations would've made them in nice mugs and top it off just right with foam art as any capable barrista would do. Well the lattes tasted bland like water - old grounds probably. The gelato was icy - not smooth whatsoever, improperly refrigerated or old. And the girl was cleaning with chemicals before she scooped it out - no gloves. I was planning to tip but opted not to with the poor service and crappy products give the premium prices. I would've been happy if they at least got the service part right. And they should start enforcing some sort of dress code - the two ladies they employed looked like they should be in a tattoo parlor.
(1)Alex X.
Sorry. I love places with variety of flavors to choose from but so far it seems I will not ever develop a taste for gelato. Colorful places invited me to go in. My date and I were looking at each other and wondering what are we eating? I tried two flavors. This isn't the first time I tried gelato. Every time I just eat it and wonder what I am eating. Maybe next time, maybe Im trying all the wrong flavors. Until next time, I will come back whether it is good or not because I want to find out why so many people like this. For those who love gelato enjoy!
(2)Michel L.
The gelato at this location was bad. It was very icy and runny, not very creamy at all. I would just go to another location. I prefer the ones in center city
(1)Michelle C.
The Capogiro on Passyunk has a distinct vibe that differs from the other locations. The front is reminiscent of an old-fashioned ice cream shop, while the back seating area feels like a fancy living room in South Philly. There didn't seem to be as many flavors to choose from at this location, and the gelato isn't displayed in the same tantalizing way as it is elsewhere. Regardless, I'm always happy to have a Capogiro option around for when the mood strikes.
(4)Gerald F.
As gelato goes-----------standard fare.
(3)Jamie D.
This is a wonderful gelato shop! The staff are very knowledgeable about the flavors and what pairs well together. They have a really adorable outdoor patio in the back! I got the cream cheese and figs with hazelnut and it was AMAZING.
(5)Ben V.
Beautifully done gelato. We tried their hazelnut paired with a sea salt in a vanilla creme blend. Excellent. Will go back to try the orange cardamom soon. The prices aren't bad either. I won't give it five stars because it was just a tad off the smooth creamy texture that we have come accustomed to with our gelatos from NYC. Overall, bravo Capgiro.
(4)Alexandra R.
I spent a whirlwind birthday weekend in Philly and after dinner at Marra's, Capogiro was my husband's excellent suggestion for dessert. I got a frozen hot chocolate on the recommendation of the woman working counter aaaand, gelato. I mixed hazelnut with italian cream and dark chocolate for a kind of gelato tiramisu - see my pics for a tasty reference. I love how the shop is on Passyunk (my old street!) and so very South Philly. Excellent treats that are worth the coin.
(5)Jason P.
Went here after dinner/drinks at Los Caballitos. The girlfriend needed something sweet after all those margaritas! We got a small caramel and dark chocolate mixed cup. The gelato was pretty good, but I'm not a judge when it comes to this stuff. My girlfriend however enjoyed it and the place was really cute and had no real complaints. It is a little pricey however for ice cream, which I don't know if we would ever go back.
(3)Carlo D.
The coffee is really great here The Breakfast really hit the spot here in a friendly atmosphere. At lunch time try to gelato you can't go wrong the flavors are great.
(5)Katherine D.
Usually Philly Phoodies are all about Philly steaks or pizza. Well there's gelato... and somewhere waaayy above and beyond that...there's Capogiro gelato. Never have I given a 5-star gelato rating, (and rarely do I write reviews) but in this case..Capogiro actually deserves six stars, and I couldn't wait to write a rantin' soliloquy about it! So here goes... OMG-- I have been to lots of gelato stands-- plenty of them right in Italy or straight from the Italian motherland. In fact, whenever I'm traveling or ordering dessert... I go gelato! Plus, I'm a travelin' foodie. So I'm pretty confident that I know what the really great stuff tastes like. My husband and were visiting his 88 years young mother in Philly and took her on a little outing. After shlepping her in and out of the car, wheelchairs and the Rodin museum, we all started to get hungry. The restaurant we chose was closing when we got there, so I suggested we just walk across the street to some unbeknownst-place-to-us that served coffee/gelato/panini. Well no sooner had we started walking across the street, than the comments started --"I think we need something more than COFFEE and ICE cream" and "I doubt if there will be any place for us to sit down in there..." and " If we have ice cream now it will spoil our dinners" etc. etc. Thankfully, just when I was about to throw in the towel and storm back to the car, (as nicely as any in-law might), I noticed a poster in the window: "#1 Top Ice Cream in the WORLD" a testimonial bestowed by...none other than National Geographic!!! Well, that was a little encouraging, (even though I had no idea National Geographic magazine was now critiquing restaurants)... We all ordered gelato. They in the traditional cups. Me in a cone. (iI'm just doing my part to keep it green). All different flavors. Capogiro has lots of choices... and about 10 that change daily. You will find some sort of usuals but really they are mostly unusuals that will leave an unforgettable tat or on anyone's tongue. Black mission fig. Sweet orange with spicy cardamom. Gooseberry. Single malt scotch. Lancaster county plum. And yes. Dark chocolate. Madagascar bourbon vanilla. All natural and season ingredients. The taste sensations of every single one I tried were absolutely MBO (Mouth Boggling Orgasmic), and I'm talking earthquakes!!! I had the Cioccolato scuro ("rich black and serious" dark chocolate and fresh raspberry. I thought about those tastes all afternoon, into the night and called for Capogiro in my dreams. Turns out, my husband did too, so we left his mother's house early enough to get another couple o' double dips "on our way" (actually...sort of NOT on our way) to the airport. And-- they were out of raspberry! So I tried another flavor and.. it was just as delicious. Now that I'm back in my town, I plan to order gelato from them, since Capogiro ships 6 pints of their creations for $60. I SWEAR. It is totally worth it. I begged them to open a store in Denver. Heck, I'll open one! I want to buy stock in the company. I want to divorce my husband and marry into the Capogiro family. I must have this gelato. $60. Done.
(5)Shannon M.
Goodness gracious, great gelato! Macadamia nut and thai coconut milk were my choices. The textures varied (the macadamia was almost like refrigerated cookie dough, whereas the coconut milk was much more melty), but the flavors went very well together. Being able to taste flavors (which most gelato places do) was a benefit, since I was able to nix Walnut and wasn't stuck with something I didn't care for. You've gotta be crazy not to like gelato, and Capogiro's was quite excellent. Go in for a taste test of your own!
(5)Michael P.
I'd never been to a capogiro before, but it was still welcome news to here about another business opening on east passyunk. After getting home from dinner the other night, some friends of mine and I were still itching for dessert. They really did a good job with the decor it really feels like a step above your average ice cream parlor. I didn't stay there to eat though, so can't really comment on the seating. I'll have to get back there for a better look. I was a little put off by the pricing, it does seem like a bit much for small cups or cones of ice cream. Still, its very good, and its an adventure mixing flavors. I mixed pistachio with a mixed berry flavor, and it worked really well. Should have gotten a cone instead of a bowl though, and the tiny spoon just didn't work. Good ice cream, just a bit on the pricey side.
(3)Brian J.
Today, as I was eating my $4.75 Toasted Almond/Turkish Coffee small cup, I was wishing I had gone to Rita's--at least I know what I'm getting there. I've been pretty disappointed with the gelato at this location lately. I feel like it didn't use to be this way, but the last two times I've been there's been an ice crystal content that isn't really supposed to be in premium gelato. The freezer burn people have mentioned is real and true. Gelato is supposed to be a smooth joy, not a rough sadness. I'll give them credit for the vast array of interesting flavors but I think something wrong is going on when it's got the consistency of grandma's Breyers. Next time I want some gelato I'm going to look elsewhere. I had tried to go to their 13th street location to give the chain a fair shake but the legion of generously stroller'd sweaty moms spilling out the entrance was too formidable a force for my sugar depleted army of one. Where else does a man get good gelato in this city?
(2)Enay V.
Best. Gelato. Ever. Staff is really nice as well. Prices are decent. Love Capogiro!
(5)elanya m.
After a few drinks over at the Cantina we decided to stroll down passyunk ave. and stopped in for some wonderful gelato! I went with the small size and chose two flavors, dulce de leche and peanut butter. The nice lady seemed to overstuff the container but who is complaining! The flavors mixed well and satisfied my sweet tooth even though I had my heart set on finding a cannoli in the area. Cute, clean space with a friendly staff and outside chair/tables. Only con was the price and the itty bitty spoons...I couldn't eat it fast enough before it melted in the blazing hot sun!
(4)Team T.
The three of us loved this little refuge. Considering we were really just trying to dip out of the cold, we were delighted by the delicious rich gelato (and so generous with the samples!), the warm interior (blue and orange and old photos) and delightful little bathroom. A little awkwardness with the hostess, but in an endearing way. Definitely a place we'd come back for a sit-and-chat. We recommend the Thai coconut. Just watch out for the one guy in the bigger photo who wouldn't stop staring.
(5)Carolyn H.
I thought about docking the 2010 incarnation of Capoyunk one star, given how expensive it is. But you know what? Gelato is expensive. I'm happy to pay a couple bucks more than I would at Rita's for this experience. There've been so many improvements to this shop since last summer, I can't rave enough. But I will try: First, they've hired some super-sweet folks (especially those who work the morning shift) to replace the wave of snotty kids scooping in '09. Second, H&H BAGELS. I almost don't want to mention this because they already tend to disappear by 10:30 am, but I'll say it. H&H BAGELS. They are incredible and inexpensive. So are the morning pastries -- brioche croissants, etc. -- and La Colombe coffee. It's just as pleasant a breakfast spot as a late-night treatery. Third, ambience. OK, this isn't new, but the blue on those walls, and the black-and-white photos, and back patio I haven't yet ventured into -- as one reviewer said, it's a great place to linger. Don't go to Capoyunk expecting to hop in and out, especially if you're there late in the evening on a hot-ass day. The layout is a bit awkward and causes clusters of people maybe in line, maybe not, and patience will win you as many taste tests as you desire, but expecting to be served right away will just frustrate you. Lastly, I suggest following them on Twitter (@capoyunk) -- I was on my computer at 9:30 tonight, saw a tweet that said something about Mexican chocolate and grapefruit-Campari gelato, and I immediately left my house and ran over before closing time. Effective marketing.
(5)Mortimer S.
When the gelato is good here it's really, really good. However there is a good deal of inconsistency that many others have pointed out, mostly in the form of freezer burn and such. The dark chocolate has always been one of the more consistently good flavors for me, and I keep waiting for them to bring the basil sorbet that I had once and then disappeared. Besides just plain gelato you can also get it in parfait form--I tried this with the shiro plum flavor once and was very pleased indeed. So the problems are mostly textural, especially the gelato being too cold. Though sometimes the flavors miss the mark. I went with a friend who was disappointed in both the flavors she received: the nocciola and the chocolate banana. Upon tasting them I agreed: the nocciola didn't taste like hazelnut, only cream. And the chocolate banana just tasted of banana. The staff is great, you can also get espresso there, and they have free wi-fi. The flavors are inventive and often good. I hope they can take care of some of the issues that plague their products at times. Still this won't prevent me from coming back.
(3)Soneyet M.
Dear God, I LOVE THIS PLACE! I just wish the workers there didn't wear unhappy faces all the time. Expensive, but worth the deliciousness!
(5)Sara H.
oh, capogiro. i have a love affair with you and your sorbet. why? it's consistently inventive and delicious. in fact, on a hot summer day, it's fun to take a really long walk and sample flavors at multiple locations. (not that i'm speaking from experience or anything.) definitely one of my favorite vegan friendly treats (just the sorbet, not the gelato!) in philadelphia.
(5)Y L.
scoop shop? how bout 'poop shop'? def more like it
(3)Dana B.
Within the past couple months, Capogiro gelato has become my newest addiction! While each location carries the same gelato (although flavors vary from day to day and from season to season), the East Passyunk location is special because not only is it right in the middle of one of South Philly's nicest neighborhoods/business districts, but it also has a far more homey atmosphere than the other Capogiros; almost like you're relaxing in the kitchen of your friend's city apartment while enjoying the best gelato in town! Unlike the other locations, you can't actually see what the gelato flavors look like, but I'm sure it's for food safety reasons--if you're unsure of what a particular flavor tastes like, just ask the barista for a sample!
(5)Mike F.
This place is seriously amazing. I live basically next door and I managed to avoid it for most of the summer. But as the end of the season draws near, I find myself ingesting a lot of their excellent calories. Tonight my wife (not really) came home drunk and pretty much demanded the dark chocolate and sea salt combo. But they'd run out of sea salt! So I got dark chocolate and CREAM CHEESE! Unbelievable. It was even better, as hard as it is to believe. Bottom line: This place is awesome! You should go right now. Hurry. They close at 11:30. Run!
(5)Chrissie O.
This is a very cute gelato place. Came here after getting cheesesteaks down the street. I really love the decor and the outside patio area has a great feel with the hanging lights and small tables. I had the mexican chocolate gelato. it was AMAZING! I wish that this place was near me so I could get it again. The worker there was very proud of their location saying it is the best and cutest location but it is only open seasonally.
(5)amber r.
This place is so chilled out and comfortable on a weekday. I was desperate for a local place with good coffee, an awesome staff, and a place to get some work done. This is it. The espresso is on par, the atmosphere is super pleasant, and the barista was nothing but sweet and accommodating. I haven't had the gelato in awhile, but last time the plum and bluecoat gin was amazing!!
(4)Amanda F.
The new renovation is adorable, all retro blue and black and white "family photos" on the wall. It looks like there is a surfeit of space, which is nice (the last time I went we were the ONLY customers...something that has never, ever happened in any Capogiro I've been to!) It was a little disappointing not being able to see the flavors in the freezer like in other locations but that is a minor qualm. So far I've only tried one flavor, but damn if that wasn't the best mojito I've had (in a bar or otherwise). Gelato, rum, mint, lime, and sugar... how could you go wrong?
(4)Christopher M.
Not too shabby. To be fair, I've been ruined by my gelato experiences in Europe and at Screme in NYC. But this is quality stuff. I'd recommend the location off of Sansom Street just because there is more space and far more of a selection. But the staff on Passyunk are efficient, uber friendly, and cuddably cute :-) They were patient with me as I sampled half of their fare before deciding what to order. The Fiori di Latte gelato was excellent. It paired well with the Butterscotch. My friend got a combo of blackberry and cinnamon. You wouldn't think that'd work...but it so did! My only complaints were the crampedness of the store, the small selection of flavors and the fact that they charge NYC prices for a smaller portion. But they're definitely the best I've had in Philly.
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