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The World’s 100 Best Ice Cream Parlours

Sablè Gelato

Bologna, Italy

  1. WORLD’S BEST ICE CREAM PARLOURS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 13 2026
Sablè Gelato

Artisanal gelateria near Bologna's train station, run by owner and maker Alessandro, who explains each flavour at the counter. Seasonal flavours include crema with 25-year-aged balsamic vinegar, Japanese ingredients such as sake kasu, and affogato with a choice of two coffees.

Highlights

  • Crema with aged balsamic
  • Affogato with chosen coffee
  • Pistachio and Peruvian chocolate

Good to know

  • Flavours sell out before closing time
  • Prices slightly higher, portions small
  • Three-flavour cup costs €4.50

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