Since opening in 2017, Rossi La Bottega del Gelato has become a local treasure. With its iconic Tiffany-blue storefront and a truly family-run vibe, this gelateria crafts natural, additive-free ice cream and sorbets every morning.
Claudio Rossi brings years of food-chemistry experience to the recipe. Rossi’s philosophy? No white sugar added in sorbets & zero artificial ingredients, with an emphasis on organic and locally sourced produce or quality Italian imports.
How It All Began
Rossi La Bottega del Gelato wasn’t born from a business plan. It began with Claudio Rossi, a food chemist from northern Italy, whose quiet obsession wasn’t with formulas, but with flavour. After years spent studying ingredients and their natural behaviour, Claudio stepped away from the laboratories and into something simpler – a small kitchen where he could build something of his own.
The dream was never about scale. It was about purity. About doing things the old way – slowly, without shortcuts, without spectacle. Claudio wanted to make gelato that still remembered what real food was meant to taste like.
In 2017, the family opened their first boutique in Monaco-Ville, on a quiet stretch of Rue Grimaldi. Sonia, his wife, brings the warmth. Arianna and Alessandro, their children, grew up between mixers and milk deliveries, and now help run the place day by day. Together, they’ve created something that feels more like a home kitchen than a storefront — and somehow, you taste that.
Signature Flavors & Eco-Friendly Values
Rossi La Bottega del Gelato offers a rainbow of artisanal flavors – and some you won’t find anywhere else. Must-tries include:
- Mint-Choc loaded with real chocolate chips
- Lemon Sorbet – fresh and tangy
- Violet – floral and unique
- Fior di Latte – creamy, simple perfection
- Instagram-worthy rotating seasonal flavors
They serve everything in compostable, biodegradable packaging – aligned with the eco-conscious ethos of the brand.
Family Atmosphere & Quality Service
Sonia and Claudio, together with their children Arianna and Alessandro, produce fresh batches every day in their on-site lab. The team is welcoming and knowledgeable, taking the time to offer suggestions and accommodate dietary needs – “friendly, heartfelt service” according to numerous reviews.
Caption-Ready Moments
- Fresh lemon sorbet scooped into a compostable cup.
- Mint-choco gelato with real chocolate chips and family lab behind.
- Vibrant Tiffany-blue frontage under Monaco sunshine.
- Generous portions of Rossi’s natural fior di latte gelato.
- Eco-friendly packaging on a busy Monaco-Ville afternoon
And You?
You won’t find signs boasting about awards or heritage. Rossi doesn’t need to raise its voice.
You step inside and somehow – without ceremony – it all begins to feel familiar. Maybe it’s the soft clink of scoops in metal tins, the way Sonia smiles without asking why you’re there, or how the sunlight plays off that Tiffany-blue façade in a way that slows you down, just a little.
There’s no spectacle. No curated mood. And maybe that’s why you stay. Not for photos or fanfare – but because something here feels… quietly right.
Practical Details for Rossi La Bottega del Gelato
Address: 57 Rue Grimaldi, 98000 Monaco-Ville
Phone +377 97 77 36 34
Hours Daily 10 AM – 10 PM
Prices ~ €3 per scoop; ~ €5.50 for 3 scoops
FAQ - What People Want To Know
Where exactly is Rossi - La Bottega del Gelato?
You’ll find it at 57 Rue Grimaldi, nestled in the old soul of Monaco-Ville – just a short stroll from the Prince’s Palace, where cobbled paths and gelato go hand in hand.
Do they offer vegan or dairy-free options?
Yes. Their fruit sorbets are made without dairy or additives. No shortcuts, just fruit, time, and a little know-how. You taste the honesty in every bite.
Is everything really made fresh on-site?
It is. Every morning, Claudio, Sonia, and their children start again – in the little lab tucked just behind the counter. There’s no outsourcing, no frozen backups. What you eat was made that day. As it should be.
What makes Rossi different from other gelato spots?
It’s not about what they add. It’s about what they don’t. No tricks, no noise, no extra sweetness. Just careful craft, a family who cares, and flavors that whisper rather than shout.
