Discover the Delight of Marco Polo Italian Ice Cream

“ Amazing gelato! Very nice and clean on the inside and the staff are so nice! The ice cream is so sweet. There's always a long line there though. If you pass by you should try this spot. ”

“ Wow! Delicious! Creamy! So yummy! Flavorful! Had the Lychee and guava with bits of the fruit in 1 cup. And Double chocolate and Mocha chip which has little pieces of chocolate in the other cup. The server was very nice and suggested I get 2 flavors in 1 cup. He gave us tastings too. The place is clean. ”

“ Some of the best ice cream in sf!! They have a bunch of asian flavors like black sesame and fruity flavors like lychee and mangosteen. The texture of the ice cream is stretchy and reminds me a lot of Turkish ice cream. It's not super creamy but definitely still delicious. It is a bit far in the outer sunset but worth the trek! ”

“ Love Marco Polo! We don't go often but when we do, it's usually after a dinner in the Sunset. We stopped by after having sushi at Noriega Teriyaki House and it was busy! Line was out the door and it was great to see tons of families and kids out for Gelato. The new location is bigger than their former Taraval location and the flavors are still just as great. I usually get their durian and coconut but totally went in a different direction and got a small scoop (1-2 flavors for $6) of their mint chocolate chip and pistachio. I demolished that so fast. The mint chocolate chip was so good, I ended up buying a pint to go. Can shamelessly say that pint was gone within the week. Pints are packed tightly and so well worth grabbing a few if you have the freezer space. ”

“ Marco Polo is the perfect place to stop by after lunch or dinner, whenever you're craving some Asian ice cream flavors! Even during chilly evenings in SF, it's common to see a line out the door. I want to give huge props to the gentleman who does it all even with a line out the door - provides samples, takes the orders and scoops the ice cream, rings people up at the register - he really does it all! Service is very friendly and efficient. We were able to try a few samples before making a decision. Our go-to flavors are guava and mangosteen! The ice creams here are the perfect balance between fruity flavors with a creamy texture. You really can't go wrong with any of their flavors. If you're a fan of durian, they have that too! Street parking is available all along Noriega. There are two small tables and a small amount of indoor seating. ”

“ Apparently, Marco Polo introduced ice cream to Italy. After dinner dessert adventures are the best. We came here after the recommendation of a friend who had their ice cream before and it did not disappoint! The shop is fairly small and there is some indoor and outside seating. The staff is friendly and gave great recommendations! There were so many Asian inspired flavors and I was in heaven. I got the pandan and lychee and the pandan reminded me so much of home. th lychee flavor was crispy and refreshing on the cold SF evening, but ice cream when it is cold, is always the best! My spouse got soursop and pandan and I got to try the soursop which was also refreshing and tasty! I will definitely need to come back and try the other flavors as there are so many I want to try! ”

“ I'm so happy that Marco Polo is finally back, albeit definitely farther than it was before, but it's always worth the trek. You know how good the ice cream is when there's a line out the door despite it being the dead of winter and sprinkling outside. Marco polo has the feel of a classic local neighborhood ice cream shop, and the workers are always kind, patient and happy to let you try different flavors. There are a few small tables and chairs scaterred around, and there are always groups of friends and families sitting down to enjoy a sweet treat together. Marco Polo ice cream offers some of the creamiest and not too sweet ice creams around, with an offering of unique flavors. I highly recommend the jackfruit, guava, coconut, lychee, mangosteen, and if you're not opposed, durian. Marco polo is a cornerstone institution that we always keep coming back to, and though the new location is farther, it also gives you a reason to walk a block over to the ocean :) ”

“ A neighborhood gem that offers a unique twist on traditional Italian gelato...namely, Asian-inspired flavors that are fruity, extremely fresh, and made up of high-quality ingredients. They often run out of the more popular flavors, but I don't think you can go wrong with any of their staples, particularly the fruits. I usually rotate between mango, mangosteen, soursop, lychee, and fresh banana. The ice cream has a thicker consistency, with a bit of a "pull." It manages to strike the right balance between creamy and fruit flavoring. They are not cheap. A "medium" which will get you up to 3 flavors (I recommend for a single serving) costs $8. That said, their commitment to fresh, delicious ice cream makes them one of the best in the city, and worth the special trip if you are in the mood for something a little different. ”

“ I love the Asian inspired flavors over at Garden Creamery but it's such a hassle to get in and out of there, and they don't do tasters. I am pleased to report that Marco Polo is like Garden but without the faffing around. The guy serving was happy to oblige any taste curiosities I had. I loved the Pandan and Black Sesame. And the Jackfruit was such a surprise. I can't wait to return and try more of the tropical fruit flavors. Technically this is ice cream rather than gelato but the quality and intensity of the flavor is tip top. ”

“ Service is always kind and the ice cream is delicious. My favorite in sf. Simple seating and chill private bathroom. And tap water available for self serve. My favorite is the guava and sesame. QualiTEA SIS. ”