Orange County CA
Papi's Gelateria

Papi's Gelateria

Sweets & Treats in Irvine

4.2 32 Google reviews

14250 Culver Dr Ste E, Irvine, California 92604 · El Camino Real

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Where to find them

14250 Culver Dr Ste E, Irvine, California 92604

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About

At PAPI’s Gelateria, we believe in turning the simple joy of ice cream into something extraordinary. Inspired by the beauty of fatherhood and the magic of being truly present, we strive to create unforgettable moments. Each scoop is crafted with the same dedication and creativity as a Michelin-starred dish. We go beyond the ordinary, making every detail count.

Amenities

From the business

  • Small business

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Crowd

  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Transgender safespace

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • On-site parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed

What people say

5 out of 5 stars

“Excellent gelato! Incredible quality and service. This place doesn’t have anything on the menu that’s just good, everything is unique and vibrant. This is a must try if you’re in California.”
Google review · Oct 2026

5 out of 5 stars

“Long line but to be fair the owner takes his time to ensure a good experience for everyone, it was already closing but he made sure we all got our orders 😭🩷 Was worth the wait too 🩷🩷☺️”
Google review · Oct 2026

1 out of 5 stars

“hire someone no point in creating unnecessary long huge line”
Google review · Oct 2026

Hours

Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
6 to 10 PM
Friday
6 to 10 PM
Saturday
6 to 10 PM
Sunday
Closed
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed

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