What’s even better than a new ice cream shop? A new gelato, sorbetto and pastry shop! Gelato is an Italian-style ice cream that does not contain buttermilk and eggs – it’s more compact, but still airy and delicious—it’s impossible to look into a gelato display case and not start salivating. A Little Gelato is open Friday-Sunday and rotates their flavors consistently, so it’s good to check social media for updates. They also stock Italian cookies, macarons, pies, tarts and fresh baked breads.
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Hours:
Monday: Closed Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM Saturday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
I randomly found this place by searching “ice cream near me” and let me tell you, their gelato is hands down the best I’ve ever tasted!!! I loved the pistachio, as well as the coffee and the chocolate. I don’t even like mint chocolate chip but tried it because the other flavors were so good, and it was delicious as well.
The owner was very welcoming and offered me multiple desserts to try including his century-old cheesecake recipe (beautiful taste and texture), and tiramisu (he bakes his own ladyfingers and you can taste the difference).
I also sampled multiple olive oils and left with a bottle and some Italian bread. Before leaving he offered me a small coffee flavored pastry (since I liked the coffee gelato so much) and I was blown away by the full flavor, creamy texture of the custard, and the soft but crispy pasty. I don’t remember what that was called, but boy was it delicious!
I’m sure I asked about the prices of things on the menu, but this is the type of place where as far as I’m concerned, the price does not matter because I know I’m walking out with delicious food with high quality ingredients made by a meticulously talented hand and offering an outstanding customer service experience. This guy loves what he does and it shows.
There are so many overpriced, mediocre food experiences out there, and this is not that. If you’re out having a meal and thinking about getting an overpriced off menu dessert, don’t. Just don’t. Make this place your dessert destination. This is worth it. Don’t argue with me about it. Argue with your mother. I’ll be back.
Alejandra Gomez
Jan 8, 2026
5
Such a hidden gem!
I’m visiting North Carolina with my son and we stopped by A Little Gelato around 7pm. It’s tucked away in the back of the building and so worth finding. The shop is cute, the gelato is absolutely delicious, and they also have pastries and baked goods.
The owner was incredibly kind—he served us himself, gave us free bread, and even shared advice about moving to North Carolina (he’s originally from New Jersey too!). Great gelato and even better hospitality. Highly recommend!
Lila Rieber
Jan 8, 2026
5
The cherry cheesecake gelato is delicious! All the gelato flavors taste authentic and not overly sweet. The tiramisu flavor tastes like coffee, and the pistachio is nutty. The raspberry filled cookie was also a highlight.
There’s no seating, so make sure you have somewhere to take your gelato before it melts!
A E
Jan 4, 2026
5
Hidden gem! Excellent service, perfectly buttery and crisp croissant (mushroom croissant was perfect and served warm). Really enjoyed trying different balsamic vinegars and olive oils - perfect ice cream or salad topping. We also enjoyed the delicious gelato - really tastes like the flavor and not artificial. I can’t forget the perfectly made cheesecake and tiramisu. Worth the visit and will be coming back as often as possible.
Connie Dragicevich
Nov 29, 2025
5
The gelato is amazing and crafted with such fresh flavors. The cheesecake is the best my husband and I have ever had, and it’s great to be able to pop in and grab a slice any time. Chef Ken is so kind and helpful, always offering samples and chatting about what delicious baked treats he has available for the day. I recommend A Little Gelato to everyone I know!
Cecilia Garcia
Nov 23, 2025
5
We had such a great experience here! The gelato was incredibly smooth and flavorful, and the tiramisu was absolutely delicious. The owner was so friendly and welcoming—he let us sample different flavors, the cheese cake, the tiramisu before we decided, which made the visit even better.
Just a heads-up: the shop is a little tricky to find since it’s located behind the building, but it’s definitely worth the extra effort. Highly recommend!
Cassandra Jones
Oct 28, 2025
5
I had a hard time finding it when I first looked it up on the GPS. Google does say that it's in the back, but I did not know that it was literally behind the building. I walk in. The owner greets me with a smile and lets me try all kinds of amazing gelato. We even tried sauerkraut pastry. I know what you're thinking..GROSS! But it was actually really good. It was salty from the sauerkraut and sweet from the pastry. You're just gonna have to trust me bro 😆. The place is really great and all the food is exceptional. And if there's a cheesecake lover in your family. He has a homemade recipe from his grandmother that is to die for!
Anna Hali Precourt
Aug 30, 2025
5
The best ice cream in the entire triangle. New place. I don’t even like ice cream.
The only time I ever get ice cream is gelato in Europe. This was just as good or better. Very high quality, expensive ingredients that are imported.
Also, the best cheesecake! Very unique texture, flavor. So delicious.
Leslie Lewis
Aug 25, 2025
5
So glad we found this tucked away gem! Incredible gelato and a surprising variety of pastries. They also had cute gift shop items which I plan to buy closer to the holidays. Can't wait to come back!
Added pictures of the building - A Little Gelato is around the back, plenty of parking!
Ebonè Moody
Jun 21, 2025
5
Delish!!! I got lemon for one of my flavors and orange +mint for the other and it was an unexpected flavor that I enjoyed. My husband got cookies and cream. They were so polite in explaining all of their flavors and pastries!! We do not live close but whenever we're back in the area we'll be back!
Michelle Washington
Jun 13, 2025
5
The pastry chef really knows his stuff. The tiramisu is divine. All the pastries and cheesecakes we tried were beyond scrumptious. The gelato was super. I’ll be back.
Bryan Shepherd
May 17, 2025
5
We stopped in for the first time today. I'm not usually a gelato or sorbet kind of guy, but this stuff is legit. They were very generous with the samples and everything I tried was *amazing*. If you don't bring your willpower you'll leave with 1 of everything, which may be the only bad thing about this shop. We ended up making out with a strawberry sorbet, some cheesecake, and some tiramisu and I'm already thinking about what to get next.
Terry
Apr 27, 2025
5
I was pleasantly surprised to discover this lovely spot today. Enjoyed the cheesecake, very happy with the options for pastries. My favorite gelato was the cookies and cream (I’m a sucker for anything cookies and cream and it was deliciously sweet/creamy). The atmosphere was great and the owner is very friendly. 10/10 experience.
Christa Agola
Apr 19, 2025
5
My new go-to spot. Their non-dairy and dairy Gelato options are delicious. They are super fresh, and you can definitely tell the difference. I decided on the non-dairy option this time of strawberry and mango; also took tiramisu home. I love that the tiramisu wasn't too sweet, it was perfect for me.
Nateefa Wade
Apr 6, 2025
5
I wasn’t even looking for this place but heard a voice say “hey would you like to try some gelato?” Boy am I glad they stopped me! I’m actually lactose intolerant so they offered the fruit options and they were absolutely delicious!!!! I ended up buying a few pastries and they did not disappoint either. They have definitely gained another customer! Extremely delicious and Ken, the owner, and his staff were warm and kind. I highly recommend!!
akshay kumar
Apr 5, 2025
5
Tiny place, door is always open so it’s fresh summer air everytime. I was recommend to try a burnt basque cheesecake slice, and oh my I think this is one of the best cheesecakes I’ve ever had. Yummy, creamy and full of satisfaction at every bite. MUST TRY! 10/10 cheesecake
Benjamin Andrews
Mar 23, 2025
5
Absolutely Excellent! Won’t say much because the food speaks for itself (you can try free samples of most things in the shop, so you can decide for yourself). Here is what we tried:
• 100 year old family cheesecake recipe: 5/5
• pistachio gelato: 5/5
• tiramisu with housemade ladyfingers: 5/5
Also, met the owner/chef, and he was very friendly and warm. Portions are generous. Very good experience, will go again.
Jim Bell
Mar 9, 2025
5
The gelato was amazing! The owner definitely loved what he does. Great bakery items too! The cheesecake was great as well. Everything is made fresh there, never frozen. We will be back.
