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“Many of the flavors are Asian-based, including soursop, lychee, mangosteen, sesame, red bean, and even durian.” in 481 reviews
“they beat the soursop and mangosteen (I still love you guys, but not as much as I love durian and jackfruit LOL).” in 168 reviews
“The guava is def super sweet and the flavor is strong, while the taro is on the lighter side and not too sweet.” in 345 reviews
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We are an artisan Gelato producer. Our specialty includes both exotic fruits and traditional Italian flavors. All our Gelato are hand-crafted following traditional Italian production process with Real and Natural ingredients. You can taste real fruit bits and feel the smooth creaminess of the Gelato in every spoon.
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Jialin C.San Francisco, CA01Oct 30, 2015Marco Polo Italian Ice Cream is one of my favorite local ice cream stores. They have ice cream & frozen yogurt, desserts and gelato. If you come on the weekend for night time, the line can definitely get long, but the wait is worth it. I love the handmade ice cream here. They have everything I'm looking for in my scoops of ice cream. Great flavors and very creamy. It make me want to try all of them. There's just too many to options. They will let you sample flavors patiently while you make your choice. Finally, I tried the green tea and durian. I got the small cup with durian. The durian tastes so strong so I love it. Yum... Also you can choose a cone. However, the prices are a bit steep, but it's so worth it. Cash only!! OMG... Other thing here, they have good music, tables to sit and plenty of streets parking available. I think Marco Polo is a good choice when you visit this area. I would not go to other ice cream store because Marco Polo Italian Ice Cream is so delicious. Marco Polo Italian Ice Cream has completely stolen my heart. I will be back again and again.
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Camila Y.Oakland, CA829126Aug 28, 2024Lots of unique Asian flavored ice cream that still tastes good!
Lychee - sweeter than I thought it'd be
Soursop - good balance of tart and sweet
Thai tea - tastes just like the drink but more sweet
Parking - on the street
Went around 8:30 pm on a Saturday night and there was a 10 min wait line out the door that moved pretty fast for only having 2 employees! Was a little disappointed they didn't have all the flavors that night (almost half of the options were not available!)
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Geri S.San Francisco, CAAug 28, 2024Welcome Back, Marco Polo! We have waited for the Noriega Opening 7/19...
We only discovered its reopening today and we rushed to Noriega this afternoon for a Medium cup of soursop, jackfruit, and pistachio gelato.
Happiness is a cup of Marco Polo Gelato!
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Food: I LOVE the lychee here. It's rich, not too sweet, and a true lychee flavor. This shop does Asian flavors really well.
Service: Quick and efficient
Ambiance: There a few tables/chairs inside, but it's located right by the beach, so grab a scoop and head on out for a lovely walk.Helpful 2Thanks 0Love this 3Oh no 0 
Aug 26, 2024I was so surprised to see Asian flavors at an Italian ice cream shop but definitely not disappointed! I got the black sesame flavor and it was so creamy and delightful. The nuttiness balanced out the sweetness so it wasn't too sweet!
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Aug 3, 2024This is one of the icons of ice cream out here in the Outer Sunset District of SF. Terrific gelato style ice cream in both Asian and a few traditional flavors, served in a (small/medium/large) cup or cone. Always Friendly service with a smile and good attitude! Casual "we serve everyone" kinda vibe here. =) A couple of small tables to eat at inside or walk away with your new ice cream. Credit cards, cash, Apple Pay OK.
What I love most about MP is that their gelato isn't oversweetened. Here you get to taste more of the authentic flavors and the delightful textures that Gelato should be.
Flavors include:
Thai Iced Tea
Strawberry
Pandan
Green Tea
Guava
Mango
Mangosteen
Mint Chip
Mocha Chip
Coffee
Durian
Black Sesame
Lychee
Red Bean
Jackfruit
..and a few more
After a year or two off the map here in SF, Marco Polo Ice Cream has reopened in a new retail location on Noriega at 46th Avenue right next door to Devil's Teeth Bakery. Unlike the rest of this city, parking is actually an achievable goal out here just three blocks from the beach. There are angled parking spaces along this section of Noriega Ave, or catch the local Muni 7 bus here.
Pro Tip: On the weekend evenings you can expect to wait in line outside, so dress warmly! With pent up demand since their reopening, some flavors were totally out.. so get there early.
We've been regular customers for years at their old location on Taraval, and also in San Jose, but we are delighted to see them back in the 'hood at their modern new location on Noriega at 46th Avenue! Welcome. back, Marco Polo!!
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Jul 31, 2024Updated review89 check-insIt's been quite busy at their new Noriega location since they have reopened their doors on 7/19/24. Constant line out the door all throughout the day and well into the night but it's been moving quick.
Service was quick and efficient as usual but many of the more popular flavors were out when we stopped by this week. To name a few...Guava, Mangosteen, Soursop, Green Tea, Strawberry, and Thai Tea but thankfully, some were still available in pints. Not a deal breaker, there were still plenty of other flavors to choose from. I think they still need to adjust to the demands of their new location which is great, that only means that business is going well since their return! Yay!!
Parking on Noriega seems to be much easier too. We've been able to pull right into a spot on the weekends, even with other eateries near by.
So happy to have you back in Sunset, Marco Polo!! Thank you!!
Helpful 2Thanks 1Love this 2Oh no 0Jul 19, 2024Previous reviewThe wait is finally over, their new Noriega location is officially having their soft opening tonight - 7/19/24. Power is out on the block but that did not stop all the loyal Marco Polo customers from coming out on a warm, Friday night for some gelato.
The crowd was great, everyone is happy and excited to have them back in the Sunset. Line wrapped around the corner but it moved quick and this new location is definitely a little more spacious than their old Taraval location. To our surprise, they have not raised their prices either which is super awesome!
Thank you Marco Polo for reopening again when the weather is nice and sunny in the city!Aug 8, 2011Previous reviewI heart SF for many reasons, one being the many cultures and diversity it brings to table. Marco Polo is a true example of one of those gems.
Gelato with an Asian twist?!? Yup, that's SF for ya! Here, you can find gelato made with all different sorts of exotic Asian fruits. Guava - check! Sour sop - check! Lychee - check!...and of course...Durian - check!
Growing up in The Sunset where the fog is pretty much an afterthought, hubby and I frequent this place quite often, sometimes even a few times a week. It's just an added bonus if/when we can enjoy it on a sunny day. He's a loyal fan to his mocha chip and double chocolate while I always change it up between the guava, cantaloupe, coconut, taro, and arcobaleno. So many flavors to choose from, it's hard to say which one is my all time fav. However, I'll pass on the durian though. Unfortunately, I still cannot get over the funky aftertaste, but from what I have been told, it's a treat to durian lovers.
Parking can be a pain on that block, but it's well worth it. Be careful not to do any crazy illegal u-turn, it's right down the street from the Parkside Police Station.
Jul 24, 2024IT'S BACK! There is even a Welcome Back promo for the new location with 15% off your purchase. My family and I have waited for the new location to open. Our favorite gelato place on any day especially when it's hot.
The parking here is easier than the previous location. It's still street parking, but there's definitely more spots. It's closer to the beach if you want to take a walk.
The line gets long because the days are warmer in the summer. Families consist most of the lines and I am sure they have been waiting for it to re-open. The inside is modern, nice and clean. There was only one guy working. Bless his heart. There is a sign in the window looking for cashiers and people to scoop ice cream. So if you're looking for a gig, they're hiring! ($19.50 an hour)
Unfortunately, the consistency of the gelato is not the same. Maybe it's the flavors we chose, but they were melted so it dripped and they had just run out of napkins.
However, the flavors are still great! The unique Asian flavors are the reason we keep coming back. The fruit bits in the lychee, the taste of the taro (not ube cuz there's a difference) and the family favorite jackfruit are to name a few. Sesame is also one of my favorite flavors, but I decided to try different ones this time. There is always a next time. Totally recommend especially during these summer nights. They're open late usually until 10.
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Aug 6, 2024Updated reviewI'm back. My last visit to Marco Polo I got the Coffee VSOP cognac ice cream which had more of a coffee taste than a VSOP ( adjust to your liking) . This time I am back to sample the Durian. Navigating the voyage to Marco Polo's new location you have know your San Francisco Alphabet .The last location of Marco Polo was on Taraval (T) which is a representative and makes up of the alphabetic order of avenues in the San Francisco Sunset District which are connected to the numeric avenues. Landed on " N" ( Noriega) and it's an upgrade. The main differences is in the location. Although the last location was close by McCoppin Square Park this is located closer to Golden Gate Park. You can explore Ocean Beach and The Zoo which is a few blocks over. At this location you are able to enjoy the surrounding nature while having some tasty ice cream. Before ordering I was wondering if I had to hold my nose for the Durian ice cream. The smell of Durian fruit is a hybrid between rotten and spoiled similar to the city blocks I roam on the streets of San Francisco. The Durian tasted better than expected and it was tasty. I also tried the Lychee which is growing on me and one of my favorites because it is not too sweet. The other flavors I really enjoy here are the Vanilla Bean and the Fresh Strawberry's. There is another surprise Nextdoor(not talking about the app).
Come get the best side by side next door neighbor sweet and savory dessert champion duo on Noriega, Introducing Devils Teeth Bakery and Marco Polo Ice Cream packing major flavor that's megaHelpful 3Thanks 0Love this 2Oh no 0Apr 30, 2018Previous reviewHot in the city and went grabbed some Marco Polo. I really wish they had more flavors but they do have variety . The double chocolate was so creamy and yummy. I really liked the Coffee Cognac. I wish the place was bigger but then again Mitchell's Ice Cream is much smaller. I will get the Durian next time ;)
Ry T.San Francisco, CAAug 17, 2024Updated reviewWe were happy to hear MP reopened over 3 weeks ago and came back looking for a pint of their dark chocolate, sold out. They only had 4 flavors available in pint size, so we got sesame and vanilla pints plus a scoop of gelato in a cup, $6. We mixed 2 flavors in the cup - coffee and guava. I didn't like the guava as much, it had a guava candy like flavor, unlike the bottled guava juice you buy at the grocery stores. The scoops didn't seem as firm maybe the freezer isn't cold enough.
We're very glad to hear MPolo is back in business. Sadly, they're farther out near Ocean Beach which is not as convenient to get to.
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0Oct 8, 2023Previous reviewWe just had dinner at a restaurant a block away and decided to stop by for dessert. $6 for 2 small scoops in a cup or cone. Hubby and I shared a pistachio and dark chocolate. The dark chocolate was so good, I even bought a pint $12. Kiddo got a small vanilla bean.
They will close next Wednesday and relocate to outer Sunset and reopen Spring 2024. Will give Pollyann's ice cream some competition. I will miss this place in the neighborhood.
Saw a woman pick up a large bag full of pints of their tasty treats, must've been 10 pints at least.
There's not much left of pints in the freezer to choose from. A bit of a line for their dessert as they will close in just days.Apr 25, 2010Previous reviewThe store has been here for decades with unique gelato flavors. I didn't like the sample of one of the fruits I've never heard of before, soursod? My coconut gelato left a film on the tongue and the pistachio was definitely not as good as regular pistachio ice cream. It's a little over $3 for 2 small scoops of ice cream in a cup. We stayed and chatted at the tables for a long time until closing time at 10PM. A popular hang out among the high school & young adult set.
Jul 31, 2024Updated reviewHey everyone! Just wanted to update my review to say that Marco Polo is back and they updated their Yelp location to be correct as well!! This is my favorite ice cream shop in the city so I'm super excited that they're open again!
Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0Oct 14, 2023Previous reviewHey Yelpers! Wanted to let you all know that this location is closed now but they opened a new one recently in San Jose and will be opening another new location soon. Glad to see this business thriving, but sad to see this location go!
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