Di Pola's
A beloved Hastings institution serving authentic, Italian-style gelato made fresh on-site with a constantly rotating selection of unique flavors.
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Di Pola's
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Must-see attractions
A beloved Hastings institution serving authentic, Italian-style gelato made fresh on-site with a constantly rotating selection of unique flavors.
"This place is worth seeking out if you want really good ice cream, comparable to the real Italian thing!"
Taste Before You Choose
Sample different flavors to find your perfect scoop – they're happy to let you taste!
Nutty Flavors Shine
Pistachio and salty peanut flavors are highly recommended for a delicious treat.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
Ice Cream / Gelato
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+44 1424 203666
Address
14 Marine Parade, Hastings, TN34 3AH, United Kingdom
Website
facebook.com/dipolas/Highlights
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Authentic Italian Gelato
Experience rich, creamy, Italian-style gelato made fresh on-site with unique flavors and no ice crystals.
Unique & Rotating Flavors
Indulge in a wide variety of exciting flavors like amaretto, pear, sea-salt caramel, and pistachio.
Friendly Seaside Spot
Enjoy top-quality gelato with excellent service in a charming location, perfect for a sunny day treat.
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Taste Before You Choose
Sample different flavors to find your perfect scoop – they're happy to let you taste!
Nutty Flavors Shine
Pistachio and salty peanut flavors are highly recommended for a delicious treat.
Seaside Seagull Alert
Beware of seagulls when enjoying your cone by the sea, especially on warm days.
Rainy Day Treat
Don't let cold or rainy weather stop you; gelato is always a good idea, even by the seaside.
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Taste Before You Choose
Sample different flavors to find your perfect scoop – they're happy to let you taste!
Nutty Flavors Shine
Pistachio and salty peanut flavors are highly recommended for a delicious treat.
Seaside Seagull Alert
Beware of seagulls when enjoying your cone by the sea, especially on warm days.
Rainy Day Treat
Don't let cold or rainy weather stop you; gelato is always a good idea, even by the seaside.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Di Pola's is consistently praised for its delicious, authentic Italian gelato, noting its smooth texture and lack of ice crystals. Many customers rave about the unique and rotating flavors, as well as the friendly and professional staff. While some mention certain flavors can be out of stock and extras might be overpriced, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, making it a must-visit for gelato lovers in Hastings.
"It's a very hot day, so ice cream was melting very quickly, but it tasted authentic and rich in flavour.
Staff were very nice and professional, saw me have a dog and quickly refilled the water bowl outside, well done 👏."
Alan
"Delicious gelato at Hastings! Very popular but is good."
Ivy Lin
"Gelato made on site. I got chocolate and pistachio. It was smooth, luxurious, no ice crystals. Friendly staff. It’s great they do coffee too. I liked it. I will return!"
Camelia Negrău
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Frequently Asked Questions
Di Pola's gelato is made fresh on-site using authentic Italian methods, resulting in a smooth, creamy texture with no ice crystals. They also offer a wide variety of unique and frequently changing flavors.
Yes, the staff are happy to let you taste different flavors before you make your selection.
While flavors rotate, nutty options like pistachio and salty peanut are highly recommended. Oreo and sea-salt caramel are also frequently mentioned.
Absolutely! Many visitors enjoy their gelato on cold or rainy days, as there are no rules for enjoying delicious ice cream by the seaside.
Yes, Di Pola's also serves coffee, which has been described as delicious.
If you plan to enjoy your cone outdoors, be mindful of seagulls that may try to get to your treat.
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