FRÍO Gelato - Wilmette

Wilmette, IL · Ice cream shop

Rating
4.9/5
★★★★★ 4.9
Reviews
20
Rank in Wilmette
#2
of 48 restaurants
City Percentile
96%
rating percentile
Address
FRÍO Gelato - Wilmette, 1152 Central Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
Phone
(224) 408-2747
Website
www.friogelato.com
Status
Closed · Opens 1 PM

FRÍO Gelato - Wilmette is a restaurant located in Wilmette, IL. It is one of 48 restaurants listed in Wilmette. Its 4.9-star rating is above the Wilmette city average of 4.4 stars. It ranks #2 among Wilmette restaurants by combined rating and review volume. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About FRÍO Gelato - Wilmette

FRÍO Gelato brings you argentine gelato and sorbet made with the freshest ingredients and an allergy-friendly emphasis.

Hours

Saturday1 PM–9 PM
Sunday1 PM–8 PM
MondayClosed
Tuesday1 PM–8 PM
Wednesday1 PM–8 PM
Thursday1 PM–8 PM
Friday1 PM–9 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Aleksandra Trojnar · Sep 2025

I’m a foodie, always down to explore unique flavors. And this place has many. Cafe con Leche, figs with cognac, Merlot with berries -YES! That one was my favorite. The authenticity of coffee and wine was very interesting to find in ice cream. The only thing I missed was the basic, crispy cones (they might’ve been out I didn’t ask) - the ones they had were way too sweet.

★★★★★ 5.0 Jòseph Pellegrino · Jul 2025

Amazing high quality gelato! Each flavor is very rich and tasty. There is a non-dairy section of sorbets (including non-dairy chocolate) which is yummy & inclusive for those who don't do dairy. I highly recommend getting the dulche de leche gelato-- it is their best flavor and very authentic to the Argentine roots (my buddy from Argentina can attest 😆)! They also serve some unique flavors such as cheese and honey, so regardless of if you're looking for simple flavors or adventurous ones, this is the place. A small size comes with two flavors so you can mix or match. In my experience it has never been too busy or overcrowded; the service is good and the place is clean. There are a few tables on the inside against the window, but I also suggest taking the gelato outside and enjoying it on th

★★★☆☆ 3.0 Juliette Zielke · Sep 2025

I’m writing a review not because of the product but because of a negative experience I had tonight. I love FRÍO gelato and have gone to the Evanston and Wilmette locations many times. Tonight, however I walked in with my family at 8:55 right before they were closing. They took our orders and another family walked in at 8:59. They said ‘we’re closed’ though they were open until nine. The family was very put out, kids disappointed at it wasn’t yet 9. I almost canceled my order cause I thought it was super rude. If you’re closed, then flip the sign over on the door or lock the door. In a small town community on a beautiful Friday night it just seemed cold. The gelato is great, but the brusque negative attitude turned me off.

★★★★★ 5.0 Kiki Li · Jan 2026

The ice cream was SO TASTY and there were cute places to sit. I went with a group after church, and the service was super fast and great!

★★★★☆ 4.0 andrea b · Sep 2024

Lovely, clean inviting minimalist decor. Loved the blackberry chocolate chip but they took it away. Very nice to have this place nearby to walk to. It's a little frustrating, though, because their website isn't updated with the flavors that are actually available. i have given up trying because when they do post a flavor of the month, it's never available at this location. I went three times in July to get lemon basil and all three times, they didn't have it. The employee said they didn't have it but maybe other locations did.

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Takeout ✓ Delivery ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Coffee ✓ Table Service ✓ Casual ✓ Trendy ✓ Quick Visit ✓ Credit Cards ✓ Debit Cards ✓ Good For Kids

Services

Ice cream shop

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