"La Dolce Vita Gelato & Pastry has quickly become one of our favorite weekend stops! The owner, Gjon, is absolutely wonderful—warm, personal, and genuinely passionate about everything he makes. You can feel the care that goes into every pastry and scoop of gelato. All of the desserts here are fresh, handmade, and truly authentic Italian treats. My personal favorite is the sfogliatella—perfectly crisp on the outside with a delicious, flavorful filling. The cannolis are freshly filled and some of my favorite in the area, The gelato flavors are always changing, which keeps every visit exciting. My top pick is the Dubi chocolate (hands down the best!), while my son can’t get enough of the coconut. My husband is obsessed with the Italian coffee: a scoop of gelato topped with rich espresso—simple, decadent, and amazing. If you’re looking for a place with incredible desserts and even better service, La Dolce Vita is it. Highly recommend! 🍨🇮🇹🧡"

"After visiting Italy, we were looking for authentic Italian gelato state side and this place did not disappoint! They had 14 gelato flavors when we went including several classic flavor options and some that should become classic! The pastries were also delicious and paired wonderfully with their coffee. The shop has a mom-&-pop feel and is family owned and operated. The owner served us and was very patient and kind with our large group. He offered everyone a free sample of the flavors before we committed to that flavor. We will definitely be going back for more!"

"La Dolce Vita Gelato & Pastry feels like a little escape to Italy the moment you walk through the door. The place has a warm, cozy vibe with a display case that immediately grabs your attention—rows of colorful gelato, flaky pastries, and desserts that look like they came straight out of a European café. The gelato is the real star here. It’s rich, creamy, and full of flavor without being overly sweet. You can actually taste the ingredients—pistachio tastes like real pistachios, the fruit flavors are bright and fresh, and the chocolate options are deep and smooth. They don’t cut corners, and it shows in every bite. The pastries are equally impressive. From croissants to cannoli to specialty cakes, everything looks thoughtfully made. You can tell they take pride in what they put out. The portions are generous, and the textures are spot-on—crispy where they should be, soft and delicate where it counts. Service is friendly and patient, even when the shop gets busy. They’re happy to let you sample flavors and help you decide, which is great because the choices can be overwhelming in a good way. Prices are fair for the quality, and the overall atmosphere makes it a place you actually want to sit and enjoy instead of rushing out. Whether you’re grabbing a treat after dinner or stopping in for something sweet during the day, it’s consistently a pleasant experience. Overall, La Dolce Vita Gelato & Pastry is a standout dessert spot. The gelato is top-tier, the pastries are carefully crafted, and the service matches the quality. It’s one of those places you immediately think about returning to as soon as you leave."

"We found this great little shop after trying to find a good cappuccino on our drive south, which always seems nearly impossible between Georgia and Tampa. The coffee was wonderful - savory and not bitter. We also picked up some delicious little Italian pastries (cuccidati) containing figs, chocolate, nuts and spices - tasty and happily not too sweet. We look forward to stopping again on our next trip!"

"My partner and I stumbled up on this gem. We originally drove 2 hours for a bbq place that only turned out to be mediocre. So we decided to look up different food places near by, after finding a delicious Italian place we decided to have a little sweet treat after and this place was very close by. Let me tell you!! The owner was very friendly and accommodating to helping us. He even gave us a flavor he had in the back room for us to try, the Dubai chocolate gelato. Everything was amazing!!! We will definitely come back one day to try out more flavors and desserts. If you’re near by the area please come out and support your locals, you won’t regret it!! 🙏🏻😊"