Posted in Washington
May 03, 2020
Medzo Gelato Bar Was Named Washington’s Best Ice Cream Shop, And Rightfully So
Burien is a small city that sits just south of Seattle. It’s vibrant, creative, diverse, and overall underrated. it also happens to be home to the best ice cream shop in Washington, according to Travel and Leisure. If you’ve never been to Mezdo Gelato Bar & Travel Cafe, you’re really missing out.
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The building is small and unassuming. But on a warm summer day, you'll recognize it by the line out the door.
They dreamed of creating delicious gelato from scratch, traveling to Italy twice to learn how to do just that. They even studied at Bologna’s Carpigiani Gelato University with a gelato maestro who had once been a pastry chef to the pope.
Gelato is definitely most prominent in Italy, although you'll find it all over Europe.
And Mezdo's gelato is unforgettable.
The flavors vary based on what's available seasonally.
In the winter, affogato, espresso poured over gelato, is a best seller.
Current hours are 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. daily. Check the company Facebook page for the daily flavors and, if possible, make your gelato selection before you arrive at the store.
Got a craving? Check out the daily selection of gelato flavors at Mezdo here.
Address: 917 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA 98166, USA
