La Strega Nocciola

One of the few quality gelaterias near the Spanish Steps — an area notorious for tourist-trap gelato with artificial colours and flavours piled high. La Strega Nocciola (The Hazelnut Witch) uses seasonal fruit, raw nuts, and fresh milk. Vegan options alongside milk-based flavours. Three Rome locations plus three in Florence. The queue is often long but moves quickly. The best gelato option in the Spanish Steps/Tridente area by a significant margin.