Gia Gelato & Cafe
Ice Cream & Gelato in Jersey City, New Jersey
4.3 (208)
| Category | Ice Cream & Gelato Β· Breakfast restaurant, Lunch restaurant |
|---|---|
| Address | 281 Newark Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07302 |
| Street | Newark Avenue |
| Area | Jersey City, New Jersey |
| Phone | (201) 216-0555 |
| Google rating | 4.3 (208) |
| Source | Google Maps and public records Β· listed Oct 17, 2026 |
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 amβ6 pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 amβ6 pm |
| Wednesday | 7:30 amβ6 pm |
| Thursday | 7:30 amβ6 pm |
| Friday | 7:30 amβ6 pm |
| Saturday | 8 amβ5 pm |
| Sunday | 8 amβ5 pm |
About Gia Gelato & Cafe
Gia Gelato & CafΓ© is a neighborhood cafΓ© focused on fresh, made-to-order breakfast, specialty coffee, and premium gelato. We prioritize quality ingredients, simple preparation, and a welcoming atmosphere for everyday dining.
Gia Gelato & Cafe is one of the ice cream & gelato listed in Jersey City, New Jersey. The business is registered at 281 Newark Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07302; use this page to check its hours, phone number and Google rating before you make the trip. Besides its main category, the business also describes itself as breakfast restaurant, lunch restaurant, so it may cover more than the name suggests.
The business lists hours on 7 days of the week. The most common schedule is 7:30 amβ6 pm. As with most places, expect changes around holidays; the phone number below is the fastest way to confirm. You can reach Gia Gelato & Cafe at (201) 216-0555; calling is usually the quickest way to ask about availability, prices or directions. More information is available on its website, giaculinary.com.
Customers rate it 4.3 out of 5 on Google across 208 reviews.
How Gia Gelato & Cafe compares with other ice cream & gelato in Jersey City
- It usually closes at 6 PM, earlier than 11 of the 11 ice cream & gelato in Jersey City that publish their hours, so check the time before a late visit.
- It shares Newark Avenue with 15 other listed businesses.
- Nearest other ice cream & gelato: Asian Ice Cream Co. (0.2 mi), MilkShake Factory Downtown Jersey City (0.3 mi), Torico Ice Cream (0.3 mi)
Before you go
- Ask about allergens when you order: US food law names nine major allergens (milk, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soy and sesame), and kitchens can tell you which dishes contain them.
- Restaurant inspection results are kept by the city or county health department; many publish them online or post the latest grade at the door.
- For table service a tip of 15β20% is customary; at counter-service places tipping is optional.
Latest Google reviews
The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.
C. E. 7 months ago
The turkey and brie is my favorite, Iβve had it half a dozen times now and itβs just as delicious each time. The croissant it comes on is always so fresh. And the prices here are also such a big part of the appeal! Love this place.
Rapunzel's Woe 9 months ago
The food was decent but the service. Lord had mercy. The girl in the front is so rude. No greeting and then she doesnβt give you updates on the food. I was waiting for like 45 mins for one sandwich and I was the only person in the place. No updates nothing. I left and then came back and it still wasnβt ready and she didnβt acknowledge me. I had to ask how long so I could just get a refund and leave. Ended up waiting a few more minutes.
Marissabel Lopez 11 months ago
The food is great but the coffee is disgusting! It seems like no one follows instructions when someone places an order. For starters, The coffee tastes like old coffee. No flavor shot added like I requested and itβs darker than the color brown, yet light and sweet was requested. Iβm not sure who continues to do this but the next time, I will bring the entire order back personally.
Adelson Smania 3 years ago
Breakfast restaurant located in Jersey City. We've been there in a Saturday morningb and had a great experience. The place has a welcoming atmosphere and there were tables available. Staff was so lovely with us! And the food is great, delicious and with a fair price. We'll be back for sure!
Mary Mears 4 years ago
I really, really want to love Gia Gelato Cafe -- I loved, loved, loved the place under the previous owners and was a regular here. for months now I have been trying to become a regular again. But now, while the staff is friendly and I like them and I really do want to love the place, the food is never really cooked properly and the service is slow. After many repeated tries, I think I may have to admit to myself this is no longer the place for me. They NEVER toast the toast -- only slightly warm and dry our some pieces of bread and they most often don't provide butter for the toast (though if you ask for it they will bring some. They often don't cook bacon well enough either. I just recently had the breakfast quesadilla and it was cold. I don't mean it just wasn't hot and only a little warm. I mean it was cold. So cold the shredded cheese didn't melt at all and some of the bacon was actually 100% raw. It's like the cook/chef is afraid to actually cook things. Also depending on who is there the service is slow. The staff is SUPER nice, but hardly speedy and some seem not quite on-the-ball. I am very sad to say this is not nearly the place it used to be a few years ago. Such a shame
Frequently asked questions
Where is Gia Gelato & Cafe located?
Gia Gelato & Cafe is at 281 Newark Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07302, in Jersey City, New Jersey. Use the βOpen in Google Mapsβ button on this page for directions.
What kind of business is Gia Gelato & Cafe?
Gia Gelato & Cafe is listed as an ice cream shop and is also tagged on Google as breakfast restaurant, lunch restaurant.
What are the hours of Gia Gelato & Cafe?
Published hours are Monday: 7:30 amβ6 pm; Tuesday: 7:30 amβ6 pm; Wednesday: 7:30 amβ6 pm; Thursday: 7:30 amβ6 pm; Friday: 7:30 amβ6 pm; Saturday: 8 amβ5 pm; Sunday: 8 amβ5 pm. Hours can change on holidays, so call before a special trip.
Is Gia Gelato & Cafe open on Sunday?
Yes, on Sunday it is open 8 amβ5 pm.
What is the phone number of Gia Gelato & Cafe?
You can call Gia Gelato & Cafe at (201) 216-0555.
How is Gia Gelato & Cafe rated on Google?
Gia Gelato & Cafe has a Google rating of 4.3 out of 5 from 208 reviews.
Does Gia Gelato & Cafe have a website?
Yes, the website of Gia Gelato & Cafe is giaculinary.com (linked on this page).
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