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GELATO PAZZO CAFÉ

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Signature gelato cups, coffee, aperitivo and antipasti—Italian quality, joyful color and a little beautiful madness.

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A little corner of Italy in Monterey.

Gelato by day.
Aperitivo by evening.

Parfait cups, Italian espresso, aperitivo and specialties—served in a colorful, welcoming café that changes naturally from day to evening.

BREAKFAST AT GELATO PAZZO

Breakfast 7 AM - 11 AM

Egg souffle, warm croissant sandwiches, coffee and tea.

Crazy delicious food. Outrageous prices.

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Gelato Pazzo breakfast menu with egg souffle, croissant sandwiches, coffee and tea, including prices

Who we are

Welcome to Gelato Pazzo.

Gelato

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Nuts & Chocolate

$7.50
  • SwitzerlandChocolate gelato, Guittard chocolate chunks, almonds, fudge syrup.
  • Almond BiscottiNot G-FItalian biscotti, vanilla/almond gelato, Ghirardelli caramel.
  • Hazelnut HazeToasted hazelnuts, hazelnut gelato, chocolate chunks, fudge syrup.
  • Mocha RomaEspresso-infused gelato, Guittard chocolate chunks.
  • King EdwardEnglish toffee, vanilla gelato, pecans, almonds, Ghirardelli caramel.
  • Siciliano PistacchioOur Spumoni: pistachio nuts, vanilla/chocolate gelato, candied fruit.
  • Chocco PeanutChocolate gelato, roasted peanuts, peanut butter, chocolate chunks.

Fruit · Local & Exotic

$7.50
  • PrinceBalsamic reduction, strawberry purée, vanilla gelato.
  • ForestaBlueberries, raspberries, blackberries, vanilla gelato.
  • Minty ChocolateFresh mint leaves, vanilla gelato, Guittard chocolate chunks.
  • Strawberry CrushStrawberry purée, vanilla gelato.
  • Cherry LoveItalian Amarena cherries, cherry purée, vanilla gelato, chocolate chunks.
  • Lemon KissVeganLemon sorbet, candied lemon and orange.
  • Ginger ExpressNot G-FCandied ginger, vanilla gelato, ginger cookies, fresh basil.
  • Coconut CreamCoconut milk, vanilla gelato, raspberry purée, toasted coconut.
  • Bombay ChaiNot G-FAssam black tea, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, butter biscotti.

Liqueur Infused

$8.50

These products do not contain measurable alcohol.

  • TiramisuNot G-FEspresso, ladyfingers, vanilla gelato, rum, chocolate.
  • YucatanTequila-flavored gelato, lime, cumin, spicy chili, pepitas.
  • KentuckyNot G-FBourbon-flavored chocolate gelato, candied pecans, walnuts.
  • NapoleonNot G-FFrench cognac-flavored gelato, butter cream, chocolate fudge.
  • LimoncelloLemon liqueur-flavored gelato, caramelized lemon rind.

Gelato Croissant

$8.50

None of the Gelato Croissant items are gluten-free.

  • Very BerryRaspberry, blueberry and blackberry purée, vanilla gelato.
  • Chocolate MousseFudge cream, chocolate gelato, chocolate chunks.
  • Peanut PiquePeanut butter chocolate/vanilla gelato, peanuts, strawberry purée.
  • London BridgeEnglish toffee, caramel, vanilla gelato, almonds.
  • Caffè OléEspresso-infused gelato, Guittard chocolate chunks.

Espresso Bar

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Italian Coffee

$2.50
  • Cappuccino
  • Latte
  • Brewed Coffee

Italian Sodas

$2.50
  • Blueberry
  • Strawberry
  • Lemon
  • Butter Cream
  • Black Currant

Aperitivo

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Aperitivo

  • Prosecco Spritz · $6
  • Bellini · $7
  • Aperitivi · $6–$8
Flaky croissant filled with Gelato Pazzo gelato and fresh berries
Gelato Croissant
Gelato Pazzo vanilla gelato and whipped cream finished with a dark cognac drizzle
Liqueur Infused

Gelato Pazzo Signatures

Our most playful creations.

Gelato tucked into a flaky croissant and creations inspired by classic liqueurs—two unmistakably Gelato Pazzo signatures.

Explore our signatures

Gelato Croissant

$8.50

None of the Gelato Croissant items are gluten-free.

  • Very BerryRaspberry, blueberry and blackberry purée, vanilla gelato.
  • Chocolate MousseFudge cream, chocolate gelato, chocolate chunks.
  • Peanut PiquePeanut butter chocolate/vanilla gelato, peanuts, strawberry purée.
  • London BridgeEnglish toffee, caramel, vanilla gelato, almonds.
  • Caffè OléEspresso-infused gelato, Guittard chocolate chunks.

Liqueur Infused

$8.50

These products do not contain measurable alcohol.

  • TiramisuNot G-FEspresso, ladyfingers, vanilla gelato, rum, chocolate.
  • YucatanTequila-flavored gelato, lime, cumin, spicy chili, pepitas.
  • KentuckyNot G-FBourbon-flavored chocolate gelato, candied pecans, walnuts.
  • NapoleonNot G-FFrench cognac-flavored gelato, butter cream, chocolate fudge.
  • LimoncelloLemon liqueur-flavored gelato, caramelized lemon rind.
Bambino enjoying Gelato Pazzo with the Gelato in my hand jingle

For our smallest gelato lovers

Bambino

4 oz · $3.50

The Sweetness of Simplicity.

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Choose from the flavors available that day.

  • Vanilla
  • Chocolate
  • Strawberry

Daily selection may vary

Simple service. Thoughtful choices.

Good for your budget.
Lighter on resources.

Gelato Pazzo is a counter-service café—there is no table service. Order at the counter, stay awhile, or take it to go.

We use recyclable cups, plates and cutlery instead of ceramic tableware. This keeps service simple and prices accessible while reducing the water and energy used for washing. Glassware is reserved for wine and beer enjoyed here.

Know before you order

Allergies &
Dietary Information.

Please tell our staff about every food allergy before you order.

01 · Shared preparation

Cross-contact is possible.

Our products are prepared and served in a shared environment. We cannot guarantee that any item is free from allergens or cross-contact.

02 · Major allergens

Always ask before ordering.

Products may contain milk, egg, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy or sesame.

03 · Current information

Recipes and suppliers can change.

Vegan, Vegetarian and GF menu labels describe the available recipe information; they are not an allergen-free guarantee. Ask our staff to check current product labels.

For severe allergies, our shared-preparation environment may not be suitable.

Current gelato recipes

Gelato Ingredient Guide

Open each group to review the ingredient information supplied for our labels.

Parfait Cups16 items

Switzerland

Chocolate gelato, Guittard chocolate chunks, toasted nuts, fudge syrup.

Almond Biscotti

Contains gluten

Italian biscotti, almond gelato, almonds, Ghirardelli caramel.

Hazelnut Haze

Toasted hazelnuts, hazelnut gelato, chocolate chunks, fudge syrup.

Mocha Roma

Espresso-infused gelato, Guittard chocolate chunks, fudge syrup.

King Edward

English butter toffee, vanilla gelato, toasted nuts, Ghirardelli caramel.

Siciliano Pistacchio

Pistachio nuts, vanilla gelato, chocolate fudge, candied orange and lemon.

Chocco Peanut

Chocolate gelato, roasted peanuts, chocolate peanut butter cups.

Prince

Balsamic reduction, vanilla gelato, strawberry purée.

Foresta

Blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, vanilla gelato.

Minty Chocolate

Fresh mint, vanilla gelato, Guittard chocolate chunks.

Strawberry Crush

Strawberry purée, vanilla gelato.

Cherry Love

Italian Amarena cherries, cherry purée, vanilla gelato, chocolate chunks.

Lemon Kiss

Vegan

Lemon sorbet, candied lemon and orange.

Ginger Express

Contains gluten

Candied ginger, vanilla gelato, ginger cookies, fresh basil.

Coconut Cream

Coconut milk, vanilla gelato, raspberry purée, toasted coconut.

Bombay Chai

Contains gluten

Assam black tea, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, butter biscotti.

Liqueur-Infused Gelato5 items

These products contain no measurable alcohol.

Tiramisu

Contains gluten

Espresso, ladyfingers, vanilla gelato, rum, chocolate.

Yucatan

Tequila-flavored gelato, lime, cumin, spicy chili, pepitas.

Kentucky

Contains gluten

Bourbon-flavored chocolate gelato, cookies, candied pecans, walnuts.

Napoleon

Contains gluten

French cognac-flavored gelato, croissant shreds, chocolate fudge.

Limoncello

Vegan

Lemon liqueur-flavored gelato, caramelized lemon and orange rind.

Gelato Croissants5 items

All Gelato Croissant products contain gluten.

Very Berry

Raspberry, blueberry and blackberry purée, vanilla gelato.

Chocolate Mousse

Fudge cream, chocolate gelato, chocolate chunks.

Peanut Pique

Peanut butter chocolate and vanilla gelato, peanuts, strawberry purée.

London Bridge

English toffee, caramel, vanilla gelato, almonds.

Caffè Olé

Espresso-infused gelato, Guittard chocolate chunks.

A family arriving while young adults enjoy gelato, wine, Spritz and antipasto at Gelato Pazzo Café's colorful courtyard, with the real café layout visible through the open doorway

The sweetness of doing nothing

Il dolce
far niente.

It is not laziness. It is the Italian art of allowing a moment to be enough.

To sit, taste, talk and laugh. To enjoy a gelato slowly, linger over an espresso or share a glass of wine without watching the clock.

At the table

Italian Wines.

By the glass. By the bottle.

Lapis Luna Red Wine Blend and a glass of red wine in the Gelato Pazzo courtyardRaywood Cabernet Sauvignon bottle

Our house reds

Big dreams.
Down-to-earth prices.

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Raywood Cabernet Sauvignon

OriginCentral Coast, California · United States

Plush and medium-to-full-bodied, with ripe red fruit, gentle oak, pepper and a silky finish. Choose it for a smooth, classic Cabernet.

Little story

Raywood is produced by Castoro Cellars in Paso Robles from selected Central Coast vineyards, where warm days and cool nights help preserve both ripe fruit and freshness.

Lapis Luna Red Wine Blend

OriginCalifornia · United States

Juicy and dark, with ripe blackberry, blueberry and warm brown spice. Smooth, balanced and easy to enjoy.

Little story

Lapis Luna means “stone and moon.” Its distinctive labels revive 400-year-old copperplate engravings whose faceless heroes look toward the moon as a symbol of aspiration.

Villa Venere Barbera

OriginEmilia-Romagna · Italy

Rich and velvety, with ripe cherry, plum and a lightly jammy character. A fuller, softer style of Barbera.

Little story

Barbera has deep roots in northern Italy. Its naturally lively acidity makes it especially comfortable at the table, even when the fruit is generous and round.

Poggio Pinaro Chianti

OriginTuscany · Italy

Full-bodied Chianti with red fruit, cherry, pepper and clove. Elegant tannins lead to a persistent finish.

Little story

Poggio Pinaro began with three friends who returned to Italy after harvests abroad. In Tuscany they built a project around organically farmed grapes, accessibility and respect for the land.

Pinot Noir

OriginCalifornia · United States

Silky and lighter-bodied, with ripe cherry, strawberry, raspberry and soft spice. A gentler red with less weight.

Little story

Pinot Noir has thin skins and a delicate temperament. In California’s cooler wine country, ocean influence helps it retain bright red-fruit character and a graceful texture.

Lapis Luna Chardonnay and a glass of white wine on Alvarado StreetRaywood Sauvignon Blanc bottle

By the glass

Our House
Whites.

Fresh, bright and easy to enjoy.

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Raywood Sauvignon Blanc

OriginCentral Coast, California · United States

Dry yet fruit-forward, with citrus aromas, natural acidity and a crisp, juicy finish. The brightest of our house whites.

Little story

Raywood is made by Castoro Cellars in Paso Robles from selected Central Coast vineyards. Warm days build flavor while cool nights help Sauvignon Blanc keep its refreshing acidity.

Lapis Luna Chardonnay

OriginNorth Coast, California · United States

Round and smooth, with ripe apple and stone fruit, a light touch of oak and a fresh finish. Fuller and creamier than the Sauvignon Blanc.

Little story

Founded in 1999, Lapis Luna takes its name from “stone and moon.” The label art comes from 400-year-old copperplate engravings that turn every bottle into a small story of reaching higher.

Benvolio Pinot Grigio

OriginFriuli · Italy

Dry and refreshing, with apple, pear, white peach and citrus. Light, clean and easy to sip.

Little story

Benvolio means “well-wisher.” Its Friuli vineyards sit between Alpine air and Adriatic breezes, a contrast that helps the grapes ripen while keeping their bright acidity.

Le Salse Verdicchio

OriginMatelica, Marche · Italy

Brisk and mineral, with green apple, citrus and a savory, lightly saline finish. A characterful Italian white.

Little story

Le Salse comes from Cantine Belisario in Matelica. The name recalls nearby saltwater springs, while the local mountain valley gives Verdicchio its distinctive freshness and savory character.

Not every moment calls for a grand Barolo.
Sometimes the right glass is simply the one that lets you stay a little longer.

Vintage engraved interior of Gelato Pazzo Café with its wine wall

From Italy to California

Wines by
the Bottle

Good wine, honestly priced—chosen for the table, not the trophy shelf.

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Coste del Vulcano Nero d’Avola 2019

OriginSicily · Italy

Warm and full-bodied, with blackberry, black cherry, plum and a savory hint of spice. A bold Sicilian red.

Little story

Nero d’Avola is Sicily’s emblematic red grape. Sun, sea breezes and the island’s varied soils give it dark fruit, warmth and a distinctly Mediterranean personality.

Ronco di Sassi Primitivo–Malbec 2022

OriginPuglia · Italy

Rich and velvety, with wild berries, cherry, blackberry, cocoa, licorice and tobacco. Smooth and generous.

Little story

Ronco di Sassi was created to evoke southern Italy: Puglia’s red earth, white masserie, sea wind and old bush-trained vines. Primitivo brings warmth; Malbec adds dark-fruited depth.

Mesa Del Sol Syrah 2016

OriginArroyo Seco, Monterey County · California

Savory and cool-climate in character, with red plum, peppercorn, iron, dried herbs and a touch of olive. Structured, distinctive and still lively.

Little story

Mesa Del Sol has used vertical tastings to show how its estate Syrah evolves from vintage to vintage. The 2016 belongs to the earlier 2014–2016 trio grown beside the Arroyo Seco Gorge.

Mesa Del Sol Zinfandel 2017

OriginArroyo Seco, Monterey County · California

Lush and rich, with ripe, caramelized fruit followed by clove and nutmeg. A dense California red with generous warmth and spice.

Little story

This Zinfandel comes from Mesa Del Sol’s historic estate at the western edge of Arroyo Seco, where shallow stony soils and cooling Pacific fog shape the fruit.

Mesa Del Sol Prima Rosso 2017

OriginArroyo Seco, Monterey County · California

A savory estate blend with cranberry, strawberry, peppercorn, toasted herbs and a gently rustic finish. Bright fruit meets peppery depth.

Little story

The 2017 Prima Rosso brings together Zinfandel, Syrah, Sangiovese and Grenache—four grapes that tell different sides of the same Arroyo Seco vineyard.

WE ARE OPEN · MONTEREY, CALIFORNIA

Come hungry.
Leave a little happier.

Gelato Pazzo Café is now open. Find us, get directions and follow along.

Gelato Pazzo Café
482 Alvarado Street
Monterey, California 93940

Service hours
Breakfast 7 AM - 11 AM
Lunch 11 AM - 4 PM
Dinner 4 PM - 8:30 PM

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