Best Gelato in Columbia

"36th St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the spot to score ice cream and frozen yogurt and more 4.5 stars out of 436 reviews. READ MORE: Grab Your Camera: Sunflower Field In Bloom In Montgomery County. The family-owned shop features handcrafted ice cream with seasonal flavors, as well as hand-spun milkshakes and floats, with root beer from a tap and sodas from scratch."

"The Charmery is probably the best ice cream you can get in Baltimore (I am sure those are fighting words.. I stand by my choice!). They have a rotating menu of ice cream flavors that are concocted just for the Charmery. You can get a special sundae made from scratch, root beer floats, and hand spun milkshakes."

"Speaking of Pitango, their bakery and gelato shop in Fells are both musts. You honestly can’t go wrong with anything you get, and they have some of the best gelato I’ve ever had. They literally do everything well, but I recommend trying their Red Sandwich (fresh mozz, avocado, and prosciutto on house-made tomato focaccia), their cruffin, and their almond croissant."

"With 4.5 stars out of 632 reviews on Yelp, the spot to score ice cream and frozen yogurt, coffee and tea and gelato has proven to be a local favorite. Among the two dozen gelato flavors are walnut, Sicilian almond, Matcha green tea, creme fraiche and cardamon. The gelato shop also serves up more than 20 flavors of sorbet."

"Broadway in Fells Point, the spot to score ice cream, frozen yogurt, gelato, coffee and tea is the highest-rated ice cream and frozen yogurt spot in Baltimore, boasting 4.5 stars out of 666 reviews on Yelp. READ MORE: Baltimore Artist Lynn Cazabon Spotlights Climate Change In New Exhibition 'Losing Winter"

"Case in point, their creative spin on chicken and waffles: jerk duck and cornbread waffles. These mouthwatering waffles are paired with a bite of seasoned duck, poached egg, and a delicate touch of powerful orange marmalade. If that’s got you salivating then just wait until you see the rest of the incredibly inventive menu…"

"This comfort food favorite has been loved by locals for years and has even gained fame with the likes of Queen Latifah. The Upper Fell’s Point restaurant opened in 2006 and expanded in 2019 to make room for more diners. Expect dishes like barbecue shrimp and grits, raisin bread French toast and stuffed breakfast burritos."

"Taharka Brothers is not just ice cream, it’s a Baltimore institution. You can actually buy Taharka Brothers ice cream at numerous places around the area because they supply many of the other ice cream shops in Maryland. Some of their signature flavors include Honey Graham, Wake and Bake, Caramel Crunch, and Chocolate Love."

"Taharka Brothers, a spot to score ice cream, frozen yogurt and more in Sabina-Mattfeldt, is another much-loved go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 56 Yelp reviews. Head over to 3515 Clipper Mill Road to see for yourself. Buy from the ice cream truck or at markets and other outlets in the area."

"Taharka Brothers has some of the best ice cream in the area, with unique flavors that will leave you completely and utterly satisfied. Order their ice cream online or visit their stall in Broadway Market to get your fix. SEE ALSO:Apropoe's: Cauliflower Ravioli's a Thing?"

"Located in the heart of Baltimore’s Inner Harbor, Lucky’s Coffee, Ice Cream & Candy is casual café that serves Starbucks coffee and blended coffee drinks, premium soft ice cream, and locally made Taharka Brothers ice cream, bulk candy by the pound and a variety of cold beverages. The brick-lined café serves a variety of Starbucks coffee, cappuccino, latte, and frappuccino drinks, along with locally-made ice-cream, to-die-for milkshakes, and a selection of candy and gift bags. Lucky’s Coffee, Ice Cream & Candy is open for breakfast, brunch, lunch and early dinner."

"If you have visited the Inner Harbor, you have no doubt seen this fun ice cream shop on the corner near the National Aquarium. The serve two brands of hard packed ice cream- Taharka’s Brothers flavors such as Honey Graham, Salty Caramel, and Key Lime Pie, as well as Jack and Jill flavors such as Cotton Candy, Moosetracks, and Sorbet. Google Map Directions here."

"Located in the Power Plant since 2012, Lucky’s sells locally made Taharka Brothers and Glenview Farms ice cream. The women-owned and operated shop also offers soft serve ice cream, candy, cookies and Starbucks coffee. Owner Lucky Thompson says, “It is extremely rewarding to see how far we have come and know that all of the hard work has been worth it."

"The family-owned BMORE LICKS lies right on the edge of the picturesque Patterson Park, with a variety of fun, homemade hard ice cream, soft serve, specialty flavor cones, cookiewiches, milkshakes, ice cream tacos, and more. They even make Snowballs, a local summer treat made with shaved ice, flavored syrup, and marshmallow fluff. You may find a line when you get there, but don’t let that or the number of choices discourage you because whatever you get will be worth it."

"When Bmore Licks opened in 2017, there were few walkable options for dessert near Patterson Park. “We loved the idea of being able to get an ice cream and stroll around the park or the pond,” says co-owner Kimberly Proctor. The shop offers over 100 different flavors of made-to-order soft serve, 30 rotating flavors of hard ice cream, and specialty desserts like snowballs and ice cream tacos."

"Canton's Bmore Licks, located at 2437 Eastern Ave., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the spot to score ice cream, frozen yogurt and more 4.5 stars out of 228 reviews. Among the 30 or more homemade flavors on the menu are Cuban coffee Oreo, s'mores, watermelon chocolate chip and cotton candy. Flavored cones are also available."

"The Baltimore location of Little Baby’s Ice Cream opened in R. House in 2016, but the Philadelphia company began selling ice cream from tricycle carts in 2011. Little Baby’s is known for its unusual flavors, including Earl Grey Sriracha, Everything Bagel and Maryland BBQ. Co-founder Pete Angevine says, “We are in business to bring people joyful new experiences, and it is extremely rewarding to see that in action when our customers are eating some of our flavors for the first time and have that special feeling of being confused and grateful at the same time."

"As much as I love my local favorite coffee shops, finding a hidden gem in #MyBmore is one of my favorite things to do. The search for the “Diamond in the Rough” has been my m.o. ever since I first saw Aladdin : )."

"The lime green exterior of Spring Cafe signals a new arrival to the Avenue. Inside, owner Rose Ebadi and her parents, former physicians, are serving up tea and cuisine from their native Afghanistan. “In Afghanistan, green tea is really big,” Ebadi said."

"Mille grazie @minxeats and @neal.patterson for your support and such a beautiful photo. #FoodPorn #foodblogger... Go on a trip to Italy in this charming Sicilian restaurant in the heart of the city."

"One of the best ways to romance someone is to treat them to a meal that is unlike anything they’ve had before. This can be done when you visit Alma Cocina Latina, a restaurant that specializes in Venezuelan cuisine that focuses on Latin-inspired soups, salads, arepas, and entrees that will tantalize your taste buds. The venue has a decidedly upscale feeling that is sure to set the mood for a truly romantic evening."

"Part of the fun of coming to a big city like Baltimore is being exposed to cuisines that might typically elude you, such as Venezuelan food. Alma Cocina Latina is one of the top Maryland eateries. If you consider yourself to be a culinarian and/or lover of Latin food, you have to come here."

"Alma Cocina offers arresting Venezuelan arepas filled with seafood, meat, or vegetables at its new home in the Station North neighborhood. It shares space with Mera Kitchen Collective, partnering to provide free community meals."