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Gelato Cafe dal Mare

4.5Google rating(629 reviews)
Gelato Cafe dal Mare

Known For

Vivid gelato colors against warm brick that photographs itself

Gelato Cafe dal Mare tucks its exposed brick charm and cozy nook seating into a compact space that somehow feels generous. It's great for photos without trying — the gelato colors do most of the work.

🕐Best time to visit: Late afternoons in summer when the flavors are fully stocked

between Ocean & 7th across from Piccadilly Park, Dolores St, Carmel, CA 93923, USA

Our Take

The latte art at Gelato Cafe dal Mare is more than Instagram bait — it signals an attention to craft that carries through the whole menu, and the cozy brick interior makes the gelato-and-espresso combination feel like a proper indulgence. A solid stop in Carmel, though it doesn't quite distinguish itself from the town's deeper coffee offerings.

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Downtown

between Ocean & 7th across from Piccadilly Park, Dolores St, Carmel, CA 93923, USA

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