I’ve been lucky enough to have had gelato at the top award winning gelato shop in Italy (there’s a yearly competition apparently) when traveling and I’ve never expected to taste anywhere near the same quality in the States. However, out of boredom my partner and I decided to go to Old Town Tomball today and wander around. We happened across Dottie’s. When looking at the options, I noticed the measurement marks on the outside of the gelato containers and asked the server if the gelato was homemade. She said yes it is. Well, to my surprise the gelato was incredible! Closest thing I’ve had in the U.S. to quality gelato I’ve had in Italy. It is all natural and homemade in small batches. Anyone looking for authentic gelato needs to come here. True hidden gem. Even thought I live about 40 minutes way, I will definitely be back.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$1–10
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
Cute gelato shop tucked behind the antique shops on 2920 in Tomball. Went in thinking that we were going to get gelato and we ended up getting Italian ice it was so good! My daughter and I had strawberry lemonade ice, my husband had the butter pecan gelato. Grateful for the AC, we didn't have to eat our frozen treats outside like many places. Loved the cute decor of ice cream scoopers, how cute!!
This is a must in Tomball. The place is very colorful and nicely decorated. They had a great flavor variety, all homemade ice-cream flavors.
We ordered a mini cone with strawberry ice cream, which was delicious. We also got a small waffle cone with coconut flavored ice cream. It was delicious and creamy. It had a unique flavor, not like other coconut flavors around. It also had coconut flakes.
The store was clean, and the decorations were awesome. They had ice-cream scoops decorations all around and a clock made with them as well.
They have plenty of parking right in front of the building and outside sitting.
The owner was very friendly and attentive.
This ice cream shop is a hidden gem in Tomball. The gelato was delicious. The price is very good. The staff here is also very friendly and helpful. If you want dessert in Tomball your best option is here.
Service
Dine in
Meal type
Other
Price per person
$1–10
Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5
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Small but very cute ice cream shop. I loved the decoration, it's cozy and filled with drawings of ice cream scoops of all styles and even some real ones. The staff is very friendly and the ice creams are delicious. The place is very clean and comfortable. Too bad I forgot to take more pictures. Overall, the service quality was great. I'd love to come back.
We found this awesome place when we took our son to music lessons behind Dottie's. This place is phenomenal. The ice cream flavors are the bomb!! To us, this is an authentic gelato. You know the place is good when kids approve it!😁
We love Dotties! The service is always quick and hospitable, there’s room to sit inside and outside and the gelato is just ✨amazing✨. Absolutely a must-do in downtown Tomball!
Try it!!!!! It tasted so amazing and the best thing is, is that she uses natural ingredients!! She is super sweet and I think she’s the only one there but it was super good the inside is very clean and I love it definitely coming back!!!! 😝
Pretty COOL place to chill! Owner makes gelato and never bought. Not too crowded and good pricing! Help to support this local business. Coffee, gelato, ices, drinks, and more! Top off your favorite desert with some sprinkles starting at $0.50. High-chair available with limited seating outside. Wheelchair accessible to upper level where entrance is. Bring the kids after school for a quick snack! Parking is directly in front of establishment in the courthouse parking lot. My personal favorite is the hazelnut gelato. Its like a caramel frap! Hours are changed monthly to fit the needs of the business temporarily. Three kids cups will cost around $13. However, me and the kids have been going almost weekly to get our sweets.
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It's a tiny gelato and coffee place where they make the coffee fresh right in front of you. It is VERY coffee-flavored, so if you're used to Starbucks overly sweet stuff, you might not like this. If you like strong coffee, then it's pretty good. The gelato is pretty good and they have some interesting flavors. Fantastic service, nice outdoor seating too. A good place to enjoy a slow afternoon.
