The story of five generations.
Always and forever.
Michele’s kiosk
It all began in the heart of Bari in 1880, with Michele Gentile, descendant of a family of pastry chefs and gelato makers. His granita won over the city, and thanks to that success, he opened a small kiosk that quickly became a favorite among local gourmands.
Francesco’s pastry shop
Michele passed his art on to his son Francesco, who opened his own business: Pasticceria Gelateria Gentile was born. A renovated space, yet filled with the same family spirit and unmistakable quality that have always defined the Gentile name.
Gigino and his pizzeria-gelateria
Luigi, known as Gigino, was born. He grew up surrounded by dough and granita, learning the art of gelato from his father and the art of pizza from his uncles. He founded the Pizzeria Gelateria Gentile, where, together with his wife Laura and daughter Chiara, he carried on a tradition rooted in authentic flavor and family warmth.
A return to the origins
Chiara, along with her children Viviana, Fabio, and Francesco, brings Antica Gelateria Gentile back to its historic location in Bari. It's the beginning of a new chapter: tradition is rediscovered, enhanced, and projected into the future.
The art of gelato lands in New York
The Gentile story crosses the ocean. Family recipes, carefully passed down through generations, arrive in New York, with the opening of the first of five locations. A new adventure begins — international in scope, but with a heart deeply rooted in Puglia.
The launch of Gentile’s e-commerce
Because evolution never stops. In 2025, Gentile launched its online shop, bringing its artisanal products wherever there’s a craving for authentic flavor. A new milestone in a journey that began over 140 years ago.
NEW YORK
Five locations in the heart of the Big Apple, bringing the authentic taste of Italy wherever you are.
Each Gentile gelateria in New York is a little corner of home — where tradition meets the energy of the city that never sleeps.
Mission e Vision
A family story
For over 140 years, we've passed down the authentic taste of things made with love, from one generation to the next.
Master artisans since 1880
We carefully select only the finest ingredients and transform them with care, patience, and respect. Because every detail is part of who we are.
Tradition with a vision
We stay true to our roots, while keeping our eyes on the future: from Puglia to New York, we innovate every day while remaining true to ourselves.