The story
Nestled in Catania’s Piazza Bellini, Comis Ice proves a reliable morning stop for plant-based eaters. The Frama Twins, who visited multiple times, highlight a solid €4 vegan breakfast of brioche and granita—the pistachio flavor is notably strong, and while the brioche differs from the classic, it “works well when paired with the granita.” It’s an affordable, no-fuss option in a picturesque square.
Come evening, the shop transforms into a serious gelateria. The same reviewers found the toasted almond gelato “creamy and crunchy,” but called the chocolate with sponge cake and orange zest “even better.” At €4, it’s a bit pricier, yet they deem it “one of the best gelatos in Catania.” Whether for a quick breakfast or a decadent scoop, Comis Ice delivers memorable flavors worth seeking out.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2024.
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At Comis Ice, the granita alla nocciola e pistacchio steals the show with its intense, nutty depth. Reviewers agree the overall vibe is one of pure, unpretentious joy in every spoonful.
“I got the hazelnut and pistachio granita with a vegan brioche. The pistachio flavor is really strong, you taste it immediately. The almond one is a bit milder but has toasted almond pieces inside. The granita is made with water, not milk, so it's fully vegan. The brioche is different from the classic Catania brioche — the 'tuppo' is sunken in, not sticking out, and the dough feels drier. On its own the brioche loses a bit, but with the granita you barely notice the difference. Overall it's good, I'd give it a solid 7/10 for a vegan version.”
What creators say
3 creators have covered Comis Ice. Most active: Frama Twins
A solid spot for vegan granita and brioche in Catania — the pistachio flavor is strong and the brioche, though different from the classic, works well when paired with the granita.
Dishes mentioned
Granita alla Nocciola e Pistacchio con Brioche Vegana
I got the hazelnut and pistachio granita with a vegan brioche. The pistachio flavor is really strong, you taste it immediately. The almond one is a bit milder but has toasted almond pieces inside. The granita is made with water, not milk, so it's fully vegan. The brioche is different from the classic Catania brioche — the 'tuppo' is sunken in, not sticking out, and the dough feels drier. On its own the brioche loses a bit, but with the granita you barely notice the difference. Overall it's good, I'd give it a solid 7/10 for a vegan version.
- Frama TwinsLoved
MANGIO I MIGLIORI GELATI DI CATANIA | QUAL È IL MIGLIORE? | FOOD TOUR CATANIA · @ 9:00
Comis Ice is located in a beautiful square in Catania and serves excellent gelato — the toasted almond is creamy and crunchy, but the chocolate with sponge cake and orange zest is even better; it's a bit pricier at €4 but worth it for one of the best gelatos in Catania.
Dishes mentioned
Mandorla Tostata
The toasted almond gelato has real pieces of almond inside, it's crunchy and creamy, not watery. It's a delicate flavor, very good.
Cioccolato con Pan di Spagna e Scorze d'Arancia
This one has chocolate gelato with sponge cake inside and orange zest — it's really good, very particular. I think I liked this one even more than the toasted almond. If you come here you have to try it.
- Frama TwinsLoved
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A good spot for a vegan breakfast with brioche and granita, affordable at €4.
Dishes mentioned
Brioche Col Tubo E Granita
We chose the brioche col tubo with granita, and the flavor of both was very good. We spent €4.
