Via Roma Gelateria

What Via Roma Gelateria does

Via Roma Gelateria is a privately held, single-location Italian gelato shop founded in 2024 and operating at University Village Shops, 19810 Village Center Drive, Suite 130A, Fort Myers, Florida. The company produces and sells handcrafted gelato made fresh daily by Italian professional gelato makers using traditional techniques, including slow churning at reduced speeds (yielding 20–30% air versus ~50% in conventional ice cream), slow heating of the base mixture without boiling, lower-fat formulation (4–8% milk fat versus 10–18% for ice cream), and serving at approximately 10–15°F. The product line comprises 19 distinct flavors ranging from traditional Italian varieties (Pistacchio with Sicilian Bronte pistachios, Nocciola with Piedmont hazelnuts, Amarena, Stracciatella, Vaniglia with Madagascar vanilla beans) to trend-driven innovations (Dubai Chocolate, Ferrero Rocher, Kinder Ice, Nutella) and vegan sorbet options (Coconut, Melon, Mango).

The business operates a direct-to-consumer retail model exclusively through its physical storefront, with no online ordering, delivery, or third-party distribution channels. Revenue is generated entirely through in-store transactions at unit prices of $6.40–$9.40 per serving, available in Small, Medium, and Large sizes in cones or cups. The go-to-market approach leverages the store's proximity to the Hertz Center and Florida Gulf Coast University to attract students, event-goers, families, and tourists, supported by an organic social media presence on Instagram and Facebook and an SEO-oriented content blog authored by Hamza Farrukh.

Via Roma Gelateria is privately held and founder-owned. No institutional investors, funding rounds, partnerships, M&A activity, patents, trademarks, certifications, or leadership changes are disclosed in the source data. The company employs 11–50 staff and serves a horizontal consumer segment spanning local residents, university students, families, and visitors to Southwest Florida. Customer concentration risk is structurally low, with revenue spread across anonymous retail transactions rather than enterprise contracts.

Name

Via Roma Gelateria

Legal name

Via Roma Gelateria

Website

https://viaromagelateria.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2024

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Via Roma Gelateria is a privately held, single-location Italian gelato shop in Fort Myers, Florida, founded in 2024, producing and selling 19+ handcrafted gelato flavors via direct in-store retail to local consumers, students, and tourists.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Artisanal Gelato Shop

NAICS

Specialty Food Retailers (4452)

SIC

Retail-Eating & Drinking Places (5810)

akta.pro primary industry

Ice Cream & Gelato Shops (THAFAGAA)

Keywords

• Italian gelato
• Handcrafted gelato
• Artisanal desserts
• Gelato shop
• Frozen desserts

Headquarters

HQ city

Fort Myers

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Gelato Retail Sales: Direct retail sales of handcrafted Italian gelato to consumers at the Fort Myers storefront. Products are sold in various sizes (Small, Medium, Large) and formats (cones and cups), with prices ranging from $6.40 to $9.40 per serving.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Via Roma Gelateria is a single-location Italian gelato shop in Fort Myers, Florida, that handcrafts and sells authentic gelato made fresh daily by professional Italian gelato makers. The shop offers 19 distinct flavors sold in cones or cups across Small, Medium, and Large sizes at prices ranging from $6.40 to $9.40, with no online ordering, delivery, or third-party distribution channels.

Product overview

Via Roma Gelateria is an authentic Italian gelato shop offering handcrafted gelato made fresh daily. The product portfolio consists of 19 distinct gelato flavors, including both traditional Italian varieties (Pistacchio, Nocciola, Amarena, Stracciatella, Vaniglia) and innovative creations (Dubai Chocolate, Ferrero Rocher, Kinder Ice). Flavors range from $6.40 to $9.40 and are available in various sizes (Small, Medium, Large) and formats (Gelato Cones, Gelato Cups). The gelato is crafted by Italian professionals using traditional techniques with ingredients including Sicilian pistachios, Piedmont hazelnuts, Madagascar vanilla, Florida strawberries, and Florida-roasted coffee beans.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Frutti Di Bosco Gelato Berry orchard gelato featuring a strawberry/raspberry/blueberry medley swirled through creamy gelato. Non-vegan, gluten-free with a bright yet creamy balance. Sold in cones or cups in Small, Medium, and Large sizes at the Fort Myers storefront.
• Cookies & Cream Gelato Vanilla gelato packed with gluten-free chocolate cookie pieces. Non-vegan with a family-friendly texture adventure featuring a creamy vanilla base and cookie crunch. Sold in cones or cups in Small, Medium, and Large sizes at the Fort Myers storefront.
• Coconut Gelato Tropical coconut gelato made with smooth coconut cream blended with authentic Italian craftsmanship. Vegan option available with a creamy texture and delicate nutty notes. Sold in cones or cups in Small, Medium, and Large sizes at the Fort Myers storefront.
• Dubai Chocolate Gelato Luxurious artisanal chocolate gelato crafted with premium chocolate and traditional Italian techniques. Non-dairy with silken texture from slow churning. Sold in cones or cups in Small, Medium, and Large sizes at the Fort Myers storefront.
• Ferrero Rocher Gelato Chocolate silk gelato with crunchy praline and roasted hazelnuts recreating the iconic candy experience. Contains gluten and dairy with a creamy-crunchy contrast. Sold in cones or cups in Small, Medium, and Large sizes at the Fort Myers storefront.
• Kinder Ice Gelato Milk chocolate and hazelnut cream swirl gelato inspired by European café charm. Non-vegan with a gluten-free option and subtle sweetness balance. Sold in cones or cups in Small, Medium, and Large sizes at the Fort Myers storefront.
• Melon Gelato Refreshing honeydew and cantaloupe gelato delivering pure refreshment. 100% dairy-free sorbet option available, gluten-free and vegan. Sold in cones or cups in Small, Medium, and Large sizes at the Fort Myers storefront.
• Fragola Strawberry Gelato Fresh strawberry essence swirled through creamy Italian gelato made with real Florida strawberries. Creamy yet refreshing profile. Sold in cones or cups in Small, Medium, and Large sizes at the Fort Myers storefront.
• Limone Lemon Gelato Tangy citrus gelato balanced with creamy sweetness evoking Mediterranean coastal vibes, with a fresh-squeezed lemon base inspired by the Amalfi coast. Sold in cones or cups in Small, Medium, and Large sizes at the Fort Myers storefront.
• Mango Gelato Ripe mangoes transformed into silky tropical indulgence. Available in both creamy and vegan sorbet variations with intense mango essence. Sold in cones or cups in Small, Medium, and Large sizes at the Fort Myers storefront.
• Coffee Gelato Locally-roasted coffee beans infused into velvety Italian gelato, crafted to serve as a perfect Affogato base with Florida-roasted beans. Sold in cones or cups in Small, Medium, and Large sizes at the Fort Myers storefront.
• Pistacchio Gelato Premium Sicilian pistachio gelato with vibrant green hues and complex flavor profiles showcasing Italian artistry in a velvet-smooth texture. Sold in cones or cups in Small, Medium, and Large sizes at the Fort Myers storefront.
• Vaniglia Gelato Classic vanilla gelato elevated with Madagascar vanilla beans featuring real vanilla bean speckles and a versatile flavor base. Sold in cones or cups in Small, Medium, and Large sizes at the Fort Myers storefront.
• Nocciola Gelato

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Recent moves3 records

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Direct peers

• Giolitti: Historic Roman gelateria with international locations emphasizing traditional Italian gelato craftsmanship. Comparable for its authentic Italian preparation methods and premium positioning in tourist-frequented locations.
• Amorino: International Italian gelato chain with a flower-shaped gelato presentation and authentic Italian positioning. Closest direct peer given shared Italian gelato heritage, premium pricing, and boutique storefront format.
• Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams: Premium artisanal ice cream brand with a direct-to-consumer scoop-shop retail model and strong social media-driven brand identity. Comparable in premium positioning, focus on unique flavors, and small-format storefront experience.
• Salt & Straw: Artisanal ice cream shop chain known for small-batch, chef-driven flavors with a premium positioning and a similar focus on unique, innovative recipes and experiential retail. Directly comparable to Via Roma Gelateria in its premium scoop-shop model, though ice cream rather than gelato.
• Creamistry: Premium made-to-order ice cream chain with a focus on novel preparation methods (liquid nitrogen freezing) and customizable flavors. Comparable premium experiential positioning and small-format retail model.

Broad incumbents

• Cold Stone Creamery: Large national ice cream franchise chain with broad footprint and mass-market positioning. Relevant as a benchmark for the broader scoop-shop category and as a competitor for the same discretionary dessert occasions.
• Yogurtland: National self-serve frozen yogurt chain that competes for the same frozen dessert occasions in Florida tourist and university markets. Relevant as a broader incumbent in the frozen dessert retail category.
• Carvel: Established American ice cream and frozen cake chain with broad East Coast and Florida presence. Relevant as a broader incumbent competitor in the frozen dessert category with overlapping customer occasions.
• Häagen-Dazs Shops: Established premium ice cream brand with scoop-shop retail locations worldwide. Comparable as a broader incumbent in the premium frozen dessert retail category, though product is ice cream rather than gelato.

Regional players

• Mitchell's Ice Cream: Long-standing San Francisco-based artisanal ice cream parlor with a loyal local following. Comparable as a regional scoop shop with a strong single-location heritage brand and premium positioning.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat2 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Investors

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M&A

Investments

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