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Gelato Paradiso

4.8Google rating(1,924 reviews)
Gelato Paradiso

Known For

House-made gelato in a vintage storefront built for slow afternoons

Gelato Paradiso occupies a charming storefront with a vintage interior and cozy nooks that make it nearly impossible to eat quickly. Each scoop is a legitimate reason to linger in Downtown Laguna longer than planned.

🕐Best time to visit: August evenings when the heat justifies a double scoop without debate

448 S Coast Hwy ste a, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, USA

Our Take

Gelato Paradiso's charming storefront and rotating seasonal flavors have turned it into the kind of place Laguna Beach visitors put on their must-do list before they even book their hotel. Nearly 2,000 ratings at 4.8 stars makes this a destination-worthy gem — the rare sweet spot where hype and reality fully align.

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Location

Downtown

448 S Coast Hwy ste a, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, USA

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