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Artisan gelato

Elba's gelato shops, from the seafront to the old town

On Elba, gelato is eaten on the move: along the seafront of Marina di Campo, by the Porta a Mare gate in Portoferraio, through the lanes of Capoliveri, around the harbour of Marciana Marina. Here are the gelato shops we have chosen: artisan workshops, seasonal fruit prepared by hand, flavours inspired by the island's desserts and herbs.

Some have several shops on the island, others are small village businesses. Two of them, Cremeria Gori in Capoliveri and La Svolta in Marciana Marina, are listed in the Gambero Rosso guide to Italian gelato shops.

A cone and cups of artisan gelato on a marble table overlooking the sea

Gelateria La Svolta

Marciana Marina
Artisan gelato shop in Marciana Marina: hand-prepared fresh fruit, Elban ingredients where possible, wide gluten-free and lactose-free choice.
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From coffee to aperitivo

Bars, cafés and cocktail bars for every hour of the day

A day on Elba starts at the counter: a cappuccino and a cornetto, or the pastries of a long-established bakery such as Panelba in Portoferraio. It ends with an aperitivo, often facing the sea: from the bar above the white beach of Capo Bianco to the cocktail bar at La Fenicia in Marciana Marina and the wine bar in the centre of Porto Azzurro.

With your aperitivo, ask for a glass of island wine: the Elba DOC appellation includes whites from Ansonica and Vermentino grapes, fresh and savoury, perfect with sharing boards, bruschetta and raw seafood.

Cappuccino, espresso, orange juice and cornetti on an outdoor café table in a village square

Bleep Cocktails

Marciana Marina
Seaside cocktail bar in the La Fenicia area of Marciana Marina: sunset aperitifs and evenings with music and DJ sets.
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Practical tips

How to choose well

A few pointers that apply across the island, especially useful on your first visit to Elba.

Spotting artisan gelato

Natural colours (real pistachio is dark green, almost brownish; banana is pale, not yellow), fruit flavours that change with the seasons, covered tubs or gelato kept level rather than piled high. If the list of ingredients is on display, that's a good sign.

Coeliac disease and intolerances

Several gelato shops on the island offer gluten-free flavours, dedicated cones or lactose-free options. Always ask at the counter: the risk of cross-contamination depends on how the gelato is served, not just on the recipe.

Sunset aperitivo

At seaside bars the best tables for the sunset fill up early, especially in July and August: arrive a little ahead or ask whether you can book.

Off-season opening hours

From June to September many places stay open until late; in spring and autumn hours are shorter and some close for the winter break. Check before you set off.

FAQ

Bars and gelato on Elba: the answers

The most common questions from people looking for a gelato or an aperitivo on the island.

Where can you get good gelato on Elba Island?
Artisan gelato shops are mostly in the coastal towns: in Marina di Campo, Portoferraio, Capoliveri and Marciana Marina you'll find the workshops we have selected on this page, with fresh-fruit flavours, creams and granitas.
Are there gelato shops with gluten-free flavours?
Yes: some gelato shops on the island offer gluten-free flavours and cones and lactose-free options. Always ask at the counter how the gelato is served, to avoid cross-contamination.
Where can you have a sunset aperitivo?
Along the coast there are bars and cocktail bars with tables by the sea, for example at La Fenicia in Marciana Marina and above the beach of Capo Bianco in Portoferraio. In high season it pays to arrive early.
Are bars and gelato shops open all year round?
It depends on the place: from June to September almost all stay open until late, off-season hours are shorter and some close in winter. Check before you go.
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