Pepino has a very central position being in the delightful piazza Carignano right in front of the Palazzo dei Guarini (one of the most significant pieces of 17th Century Italian history). It was once a shop belonging to a Neapolitan man named Domenico Pepino. Towards the end of the 19th century he introduced Turin to the wonders of home-made ice-cream. Moreover this shop boasts the invention of the "pinguino" in 1937. This was the famous "passeggiata" ice cream which was inserted onto a wooden stick. As in the past it is still a reference point for the audiences of the neighboring Teatro Carignano.
Gelateria Popolare pretty much says it all in its name. One of the most popular ice-cream shops in the city of Turin, Italy, it is has some unique flavors, like ginger gelato. Centrally located, the store has a great spot witnessing the goings and comings of the busy and vibrant Flea Market. The owner is approachable and friendly and the staff hand-makes every scoop. If you’re in the area, you must definitely take some time to visit it.
Bicerin (from bicchierino; small glass) is a local specialty, which lends its name to this café. Decorated in wood, mirror and marble inside the cafe has a vintage feel; outside the cast-iron capital columns are original. This bar is very popular with the locals who stop by for their daily dose of caffeine and a convivial chat. Specialties include Zabaione, cold chocolate and a wide range of herbal teas. One of the city's most iconic cafes, Al Bicerin is an institution that oughtn't to be missed while visiting Turin.
TheGelateria La Romana is one of the most popular ice-cream and gelato parlors in the Italian city of Turin. The chain has successfully taken over, and in Turin. there are several outlets on Via Madama Cristina, Corso Inghilterra and Corso Sebastopoli. The chain is run by the Zucchi family and the main philosophy of the store has always been to bring smiles to faces, like a child wholly and happily focused on eating an ice-cream.