The 5 best chocolate gelatos in Milan
Discover the best chocolate gelato in the city with us: rich, creamy and irresistible, for true chocoholics
With 7 July marking World Chocolate Day, and summer in full swing, we have rounded up the five Milanese gelaterias that elevate this beloved flavour into an art form. From centuries-old traditions to bold innovations, here is where to enjoy the finest (and most unusual) chocolate gelato in town.
Romanengo 1780
Via Caminadella, 23
From the historic Genoese confectionery founded in 1780, Romanengo has brought its brand-new artisanal gelato to Milan. Picture a 64% dark chocolate sorbet, made without emulsifiers to highlight the purity of the cocoa, honouring craftsmanship and natural ingredients of the highest quality, with the option to personalise your scoop with toppings such as delicate spices or candied orange peel. It is an experience in pure Romanengo style, steeped in history and tradition.
Terra
Via Vitruvio, 38
For those tracking the trend of the moment, Terra, a gelateria awarded three Coni by Gambero Rosso that recently opened its third outpost inside Eataly Smeraldo, brings its innovative Dubai Chocolate flavour to Milan. A rich, velvety 71% Madagascar dark chocolate base meets a surprising crunchy element: Sicilian pistachio brittle and kataifi pastry. Terra flips the textures of this viral sensation, delivering enveloping creaminess and a crisp melt-in-the-mouth texture, for an indulgent treat celebrating different worlds in a single spoonful.
Il Massimo del Gelato
Via Lodovico Castelvetro, 18
A Milanese institution, Il Massimo del Gelato is a true chocolate specialist, serving around 10 varieties dedicated to this iconic ingredient. From 100% cocoa to Criollo, along with bolder pairings like chilli, candied orange with Grand Marnier, or cinnamon. Here, gelato is churned fresh daily with natural ingredients, guaranteeing a rich, intense experience for every palate. Unsurprisingly, queues outside have been a constant for years.
Gnomo Gelato
Via Francesco Cherubini, 3
Gnomo Gelato, in the Corso Vercelli area, is a benchmark for artisanal quality and constant research, awarded Best Chocolate Gelato in Italy and three Coni by Gambero Rosso for three consecutive years. For chocolate lovers, it offers several options, but the real highlight is the 85% single-origin Ecuador dark chocolate. Sourced from Valrhona, it is an intense flavour with delicate floral notes, made without milk to highlight the cocoa’s natural qualities. The result is a bold, velvety sorbet, delicious on its own or paired with another flavour.
Artico
Via Luigi Porro Lambertenghi, 15
Also holder of three Coni from Gambero Rosso, Artico is cocoa heaven, with several shops across Milan. Maurizio Poloni and his team serve more than 10 chocolate gelato flavours, exploring surprising combinations like pink Himalayan salt, chilli, orange and pepper blends. Their variations on dark chocolate, crafted from fine single-origin cocoa beans such as Venezuelan Chuao or Dominican varieties, are a must-try.
