Yes 5 stars. I mean... Its really good. We had seen the place but finally one day said lets try it. Since then, its by far our favorite. Waaaaay better than frozen yogurt or ice cream. The flavors are fantastic and service is great. I would even go here when its cold outside just for a fix. Smooth, creamy, and intense flavors. Thank you!

The only place in Portland where we visited multiple times. Easily the best pistachio gelato I have ever had. Would highly recommend the lemon and grapefruit flavors as well.

Love it! We were on the way to Seattle and swing to try the gelato - great decision!The flavors are fresh and tasty. The services awesome. We will visit it again when we are around Portland.

I heard of Pinolo through word of mouth when talking about non-dairy ice cream. This place was actually a killer find and had 4 vegan options. They said they always have at least 3, but the 4th one was a weekly special. You can have up to 4 flavors in a large so I was able to try all of them. The flavors were lemon basil, peach, raspberry, and local blackberry. The consistency of this sorbetto was much more creamy than icy like you find a lot of places. Such a lovely treat, so delicious + refreshing.

Amazing place. Strongly recommended. Just arrived from Houston. Friends brought us to here and we enjoy it very much.

Yummy small sized ice cream with a small spoon fancy people portions

I really like the taste of ice creams here. It is different to what you typically get in a parlor. You can taste the rich creaminess of the ingredients, which is one of the best in the Portland area. I have been to more popular places but this one is definitely better. Worth a try!

Sheer awesomeness!! Easily the best gelato in town.. must visit for all 🍨 fans!! Loved it..The hazelnut, fig, fall flavor were all crazy good.. will go again.

As Portland summer temps heat up again, it was a perfect afternoon for Gelato... who am I kidding... Gelato is ALWAYS a good option, especially if its from Pinolo. I think the last time I had Gelato was while I was living in Spain. Thus, I had high expectations. It didnt disappoint!!As soon as you walk in you are faced with the toughest decision of your life.... what delicious flavor to I choose?!? Haha each option looks so beautiful and so appetizing. I ended up going with the Lemon/Basil paired with Blueberry. What a mixture!! The Gelato artist (sever) was kind, welcoming, and conversational. He got me hooked up with my cup and Italian goodies.Looking forward to going back and trying various flavors.

Giant creamy pillows of Gelato served for your pleasure. Many flavours. Lemon, raspberry and chocolate

Very quick service and amazing gelato!! They have non-dairy options as well as perfect portion sizes, so this place caters to all. Outdoor seating available so perfect for people trying to be safe. Loved it!!

I believe I have found the best chocolate gelato in the Portland area or maybe in the Oregon. Cioccolato is definitely the best. We love to buy this gelato in a pint use it with our espresso machine at home to create Affogato.I tried all of their classic gelatos. Hazelnut was pretty good. But, this month, they have hazelnut with chocolate (Bacio) aka Nutella. I wish this flavor to stay as their classic flavor.For non dairy, last week, they had Peach (Pesca). It was good. Not overly sweet and it had an intense peach flavor. Earlier in the year, I tried their Orange. It was also good. Last month, I was lucky enough to try their cantaloupe and mint flavor. It was so refreshing but I feel like they may need to go a bit lighter on their mint so its not over powering their cantaloupe.

Don’t let the “not ice cream” signs turn you off. The signs are way more pretentious than the SUPER HELPFUL and FRIENDLY staff. God those signs annoy me, get over yourself already gelato.Lots of good flavors. Ask ask ask the staff what to get. They make thoughtful recommendations and know what is available in limited times and what is going to stick around.

Love me some Gelato and they don’t disappoint!

Hands down one of my favorite places to grab a sweet treat! Anytime people are visiting us from out of town, this is one of the “Portland staples” we take them to enjoy. Haven’t had authentic gelato like Pinolo’s since we visited Rome years ago.

Im my opinion, this is the best cold dessert in Portland. Pinolo never disappoints. Its the real deal, so creamy and rich, true Italian gelato. Used to come here a lot when living in the neighborhood. Now its a solid bike ride away and a special treat.

Totally worth the 4,8 average review!!! Best gelato in the whole city!!! If you are looking for a tastier and healthier version of Salt & Straw here you are. Great ingredients directly from Italy, fresh made, nice staff, good prices and they also have new tastes every week!!! Best place to spend those nice summer evenings post dinner in Portland!

Absolutely delicious. Flavors are great, especially the seasonal specials flavors. Always have a few non dairy sorbettos that are refreshing as well.Im both happy and mystified this place doesnt have the kind of line salt and straw down the street does. While Pinolos flavors are certainly more simple the quality and execution of those flavors is far above the others in town.

I haven’t had this good of gelato since I was in Italy! It’s amazing. The lemon and basil is my absolute favorite!! Makes my mouth water. Their boysenberry and bacio are also phenomenal. You can’t go wrong with anything here. My only complaint is that I don’t live closer. Yum!

So many interesting seasonal flavors (made from local, fresh fruit) and solid year-round staples, you will always find some flavors to enjoy - sometimes too many! One of the best cold treats in PDX!

I was expecting to pay 10 dollars each for a small gelato like back home in NYC so I already had judged this placeTo my surprise I was met with a very nice server who had good energy. My friend ordered a pistachio and chocolateI got hazelnut and fior di latte which was good. Creamy thick and flavorfulIt came out to 9$ for 2 smalls which is really not bad at all. Like I said in NYC that would have been like 18 dollars easy. Ill be back

No words to describe how good. You just have to go and taste for yourself. Need to find a new vocabulary for outstanding.

I love the gelato here so much! The flavors are amazing. I recommend coming here!

Amazing. Best gelato in the city. Pistachio and Amaretto were an incredible combo!

Best pistachio gelato and no artificial colors. Chocolate is equally great.

Very good gelato. Intense flavors but not sweet. Visiting from California for a few days but we stopped for a treat. 2 nights in a row. Worth the wait in the line.

We had their vintage geloto cart for our wedding in Hood River, Oregon and it was an absolutely amazing experience that all of our guests enjoyed! I looked into many ice cream and gelato options, but Pinolo stood out for their authenticity and their customer service! The dairy free straberry was absolutely delightful!

Was so excited for quality gelato. This was not it. Nothing like italian gelato from our travels. Flavor was almost missing as well. Expensive and limited. Sadly I really wanted this place to be a success and our one and only visit doesnt leave thinking it will be. Good luck.

Best Gelato made in the States, still its own unique type; In contrast to that from European Countries. Stunning traditional flavors. Delicious Hazelnut offering.

Great place. The fior di latte is my favorite!Their other flavors are usually also very good. Right now their raspberry is delicious - and intense! I suggest going half and half with something milder (like fior di latte!) if you get it.

So good! And good prices, too! The tab for my friend and I was under 20 with a decent tip.

So, Pinolo Gelato, or Pine Nut Ice Cream, as we Mericans would say, makes Italian-style Gelati. They, like, actually go out and pick fruits from the actual fields where the fruits live, and make them into tasty deserts - much to the dismay of the fruits. But sometimes sacrifices must be made in the name of art, and the fruits all understand. They also have the chocolate and nut type gelati, but why would you do that when the fruits have all suffered for you?

Great flavors. Friendly service.

Really good authentic Italian gelato. The line goes quickly, the staff are friendly, and the store has a really cute aesthetic.

Very good gelato. It is expensive but worth the price for the excellent quality.

Delicious gelato!! Even had to grab a pint to go! (Hazelnut and pistachio are a must)

Our go-to spot for Gelato. Kids love it, and they are always quick to serve customers. Even when they have a line, its a quick stop, and the flavors are great.

This is the best gelato in Portland. Its authentic, wholesome, and delicious! They go out of their way to make not just a fast treat, but a work of art with local ingredients. Try a few flavors or get an affogato!

Very tiny serving for $4.50. I was disappointed. Nice flavors.

Pistachio gelato was creamy, smooth and tasted rich and earthy!

One of my favorite Gelato shops in Portland. When you are sitting out front, enjoying your Gelato, and half the people surrounding you are speaking Italian, its a good sign. I order the Stracciatella nearly every time, but the Fior di Latte and the Pistachio are also excellent.

I came in with my family on June 27th, My daughter who is 5 was in tears and needed to pee, she needed to use the restroom very badly. I asked the employee if she could and they said sorry restrooms are closed. Quite frankly I should have let my daughter piss on their floor while the rest of my family ordered ice cream. But instead I had to leave and find a bush for a 5 year old to pee in

Delicious!! Outdoor seating available and great flavor choices - loved the boisenberry and the raspberry!

My favorite gelato cafe in all of PNW. They offer a delicious variety of gelatos and sorbettos to choose from. Always very friendly and welcoming. They have special flavors every season, which are my favorite to pair with some of the classic flavors.

I absolutely love this place. The gelato made is absolutely divine, the staff are friendly and the owner is very friendly and kind. It’s honestly a great place to go. I used to be into ice cream until I went to this gelato shop and it completely changed. I’d highly recommend this place to anyone. It’s excellent !

Bestttt ! Smooth and creamy texture. Loved the flavors especially pistachio and hazelnut. Clean place. Great service.

Split scoop with chocolate and stracciatella - what a great mix! Chocolate would have been too rich in its own, so the mix was a perfect complement. The worker was really friendly and happy to see us. We felt welcomed.

Classic and modern flavors, excellent texture and taste. The word of the day is affogato.

The most fresh delicious gelato ever!

No restrooms but prices are on the higher end. Parking is a problem. I wont make any special trips to visit but would go again if I happen to trip over it.

I don’t eat gelato too much but this was a place that I’d return to. I enjoyed the fact they described what gelato was for those who didn’t know. It was a cute and clean interior to eat in. They have many flavors which can’t be a hit or miss depending on your taste. I loved the vanilla with the chocolate chunks and the chocolate was good as well.

The special was orange-almond and it was very good. We also sampled grapefruit and mango but the flavor was too subtle (bland). The hazelnut was also good. The texture was very smooth and dense making it difficult to finish the medium cup. We ended up here because the ice cream shop down the street had a line out the door. We’re glad we did.

Amazing gelato place! Ive tried store-bought, even the expensive stuff, but nothing comes as close to the gelato Ive had in Italy as does the gelato served here! The flavors are very authentic and can tell they use superior ingredients.The pinoli flavor reminded so much of my grandmothers cookies. And the hazelnut reminded of every Italian hazelnut pastry I ate in Rome. The chocolate hazelnut flavor was also amazing.Definitely go here! Sample the flavors! Guarantee theres something youll love! My wife also enjoyed the dairy-free options!

Amazing gelato and affogato (hazelnut gelato). Seatings indoor and outdoor. Super friendly staffs. Will be back again.Street parking only.

Have been here a few times and every time is good service, great flavors, and never disappoints! Went last night and they had pre-packed pint and half pint containers as a very thoughtful way to stay open and minimize contact.

Not only the best gelato on the left coast but better than most on the right coast as well!

Best gelato in town and friendly staff. Love it :)

Fantastic gelato with friendly and fun. Staff.

Wow the gelato flavors were amazing

Sandros passion reflects in his gelatos. Pinolo has the best gelato Ive had by far. My favorite is the Affogato.

Great gelato, their dairy free sherbet for hot days is a pleasure

Excellent gelato. Inventive flavors

Fantastic gelato place on Division.. Great flavors

Freshly made gelato Italian authentic.The best flavors!

Best gelato in Portland, without a doubt! It’s all so creamy and they always have amazing seasonal flavors. Plus all their staff is friendly and welcoming.

Soo perfect on a hot August night!!

Folks this is authentic artisan gelato...not like the so called gelato they try to pass off in other places downtown. Ciocolato is absolutely a chocolate heaven not too sweet.

Fine Gelato. A must experience if your down on Division!!!!👍

This place soothed my throat. It is the goat if Gelato.

Got to choose 3 or so flavors in one cup. Good flavors and safe service. Pistachio was a bit too mild not strong enough. I loved their chocolate something about it made it more interesting in a good way. Rich but not dark chocolate tasting.

Awesome Gelato, great staff, and the pictacio is a must try!

Amazing. Best gelato Ive ever had. They didnt have affogato, which is what I came for so I grabbed some gelato and went down the street, grabbed some espresso and made it myself. Yum.

Whether gelato or dairy-free sobetto, Pinolo perfectly captures the essence of each and every flavor on their partially rotating menu. Consistency, texture and flavor are all second to none in Portland and beyond. Sandro and his team are polite, kind and masters of their craft--stop by and youll be hooked!P.S. Id love to see some handmade waffle cones like you can get down the street; more than once Ive stopped by S&S for a fresh cone to go with my Pinolo gelato!

Delicious gelato, good atmosphere, great covid precautions!

Its always amazing! The best gelato Ive had!!

AMAZING. Highly recommend the blackberry

Pinolo Gelato is a favorite destination of mine.Above all, I love the Stracciatella, but always order at least three different flavors every trip.

As good as our gelato in Rome!

All the vegan flavors were amazing and refreshing

Always an absolute treat. The flavors are sophisticated and nuanced, the staff is friendly and helpful. Even the smallest automatically allows for two flavors, which is good since I cant just eat one.

02/17/17: 5.0 out of 5 - Pinolos Affrogato with Amaretto, or any other flavor, is absolutely amazing if you enjoy gelato and espresso. A definite must.06/01/16: 5 out of 5 - I feel like it has been awhile. A few nice pictures on the wall, a few more seats, new faces, and stylish look about the place. The gelato is still magnificent.05/05/16: 5 out of 5 - I have been a fan of Sandros Pinolo Gelato since his opening in 2015. He has classic flavors among some of the seasonal flavors. Absolutely noteworthy gelato, and its here in Portland.Definitely worth trying once and deciding for yourself. Sandro is great with his customers, with a clean store and bathroom. Well deserving of my 5-Stars.

Nice, friendly staff and amazing gelato and sorbet!

Amazing. It was worth it to try before dinner

Best gelato in portland. Stacciatella is absolutely amazing.

The best gelato I’ve had in America (NY, SF, DC, Boston, anywhere) and better than most of the gelato I ate in Italy!! Always fresh, all natural ingredients, local fruit, perfect and delicate flavors and texture - just sublime. I come here all the time, and am always delighted. This is where the locals go!! The affogato is my favorite, it’s so wonderful - I’ve tried it with many flavors and never been disappointed.

So kind and such great Gelato! Love the dairy free options

Dont get me wrong Salt and Straw is great, but, it does not haunt my dreams like this place. STRACCIATELLA you are so simple and good I cant get you out of my mind.

Its very eh. Sea Star Gelato in Seaside is much better. Id give this place a 3 star rating but Im trying to bring the overall rating to a more reasonable place. Its basically the kind of place women convince themselves tastes good.

The employee was super nice!

Cute little gelato spot. Great Italian flavors. My husband who is from Italy always begs to come back to this place! I just wish they would bring back the espresso flavor!!

Great gelato..all the flavors are excellent!!

Excellent gelato!

The best gelato in Portland!!

Fabulous creamy gelato

The best Gelato in town. Its smooth. Its creamy. You cant go wrong with any of the flavors. Seriously, just go here.

Our favorite gelato place

Real Gelato folks. None of the wildly colorized, artificially flavored imitation stuff you will find elsewhere. Try it yourself.

The best gelato Ive ever had in Portland. Everything is made in-house, with a mix of classic Tuscan & Northwest flavors (Bascio = chocolate hazelnut).

Delicious gelato!

People are friendly, gelato is delicious, space is modern and clean.