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Gelato & Sorbet Bar

Gelato Cart Catering in Los Angeles, Orange County & Beyond

Small-batch gelato, sorbet, and ice cream scooped from a styled cart. 58 Hester's gelato cart adds a sweet, elevated finish to weddings, corporate events, and brand activations across Southern California.

A perfect dessert pairing with our coffee or matcha cart — affogato, anyone? One vendor, one invoice.

Custom pricing lands in your inbox — serving all of Southern California

Trusted by brands we've served

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Small-Batch, Premium Scoops

Gelato, sorbet, and ice cream from premium small-batch partners — served in custom cups.

Gelato, Sorbet & Ice Cream

A rotating selection of premium small-batch flavors, including dairy-free sorbets so every guest is covered.

Dairy-Free Options

Fruit sorbets keep dairy-free and vegan guests happy without a special request.

Custom Cups & Pairings

Serve in branded cups, and pair with our espresso cart for a crowd-favorite affogato.

One Vendor for the Whole Event

Bundle gelato with our coffee or matcha cart under one invoice.

Get Gelato Cart Pricing

Tell us your date, guest count, and service window and we'll build a custom quote for your wedding, corporate event, brand activation, or private party across Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, and the Coachella Valley.

Thanks! We'll review your details and contact you as soon as possible — usually the same day.

Included With Every Booking

Dedicated Attendant

A trained 58 Hester attendant handles load-in, service, and a clean load-out. We arrive 1–2 hours before service.

Custom Cart & Branding

Our polished cart styled to your event, with custom labels and menu signage included on every booking.

Flavors & Service

A curated selection of gelato and sorbet flavors served in cups with toppings on request. Minimum 2-hour service window.

Travel & Booking

We travel across Southern California. Taxes built into your quote — no surprise line items — and a simple deposit secures your date.

Our Gelato Flavor Menu

Small-batch gelato and dairy-free fruit sorbet scooped to order from a styled cart — rich classics, bright sorbets, and a toppings station for weddings, galas, and activations.

Classic Gelato

  • Madagascar Vanilla
  • Dark Chocolate
  • Pistachio
  • Stracciatella
  • Hazelnut
  • Sea Salt Caramel

Fruit Sorbet (Vegan)

  • Strawberry
  • Mango
  • Lemon
  • Raspberry
  • Passionfruit
  • Coconut

Toppings

  • Fresh Berries
  • Chocolate Shavings
  • Crushed Pistachio
  • Caramel Drizzle
  • Waffle-Cone Pieces
  • Amarena Cherries

Serving Options

  • Cup or mini waffle cone
  • Affogato (espresso pour)
  • Vegan & dairy-free options
  • A custom flavor of your choice

Choose your flavor lineup by guest count. Ask about an affogato station — a scoop of vanilla gelato with a fresh espresso pour — and brand-matched flavors for activations.

Service Options & Add-Ons

Custom Cups

Custom-labeled or branded cups available for activations; compostable cups standard.

Affogato Station

Add an espresso pour over vanilla gelato for an elevated, adults-loved dessert moment.

Custom Flavors

Brand-matched or signature gelato flavors developed for your event with lead time.

Pair & Save

Bundle gelato with our coffee or matcha cart for a dessert-and-drinks pairing.

Trusted for Service at 3,000+ Events

Rated 5.0 on Google. Professional, punctual staff and custom-branded setups across Southern California.

3,000+ Events

A track record across weddings, corporate events, and brand activations.

Professional Staff

Trained attendants handle load-in, service, and a clean load-out.

Custom-Branded

Cups, labels, menus, and cart styling matched to your event.

One Vendor, One Invoice

Bundle multiple carts with a single point of contact.

Simple Setup Requirements

Our gelato cart station is fully self-contained. Here's all we need from your venue.

Power

Access to power near the service area for cold storage so flavors stay perfectly frozen. We'll confirm details for your venue.

Space

About a 5×5 ft area per station, with clearance to reach your service spot. Let us know about stairs or long carries in advance.

Access & Contact

Wheelchair-accessible access for the cart's wheels and a day-of point of contact to show us where to set up.

Gelato Cart FAQ

How much does Gelato cart catering cost?

Gelato cart catering with 58 Hester typically starts around $550 for a two-hour service and scales with guest count, flavors, and custom branding. Pricing also depends on your event location across Southern California. Fill out our quote form for exact pricing for your date.

Do you offer dairy-free options?

Yes. We include fruit sorbets that are dairy-free and vegan-friendly alongside our gelato.

What flavors do you offer?

A rotating selection of premium small-batch gelato and sorbet flavors. We'll help you choose a crowd-pleasing mix.

Can you pair it with coffee for affogato?

Yes — pairing gelato with our espresso cart for affogato is a guest favorite.

How do you keep it frozen?

We use cold storage on site, so we need access to power near the service area. We plan the setup with you.

Can you brand the cups?

Yes. We can serve in branded cups to match your event or brand.

How many guests can you serve?

We scale to your guest count, from intimate gatherings to 1,000+ guests.

Get a Gelato Quote

Pair It With Our Other Event Carts

One vendor for your whole event. Explore the rest of our mobile catering lineup.

Small-Batch Gelato Catering for Elevated Dessert

Gelato catering adds a premium, elegant dessert moment to weddings, corporate events, and brand activations. Our gelato cart scoops small-batch gelato, sorbet, and ice cream in rotating flavors, including dairy-free fruit sorbets so vegan and dairy-free guests are covered without a special request.

Serve gelato in branded cups, or pair it with our espresso cart for a crowd-favorite affogato that combines two of our services into one memorable dessert. We keep everything perfectly frozen with on-site cold storage and deliver polished, professional service across Southern California.

Event Types We Cater

One gelato cart scales from an intimate gathering to a 1,000-guest activation.

Planning a specific event? Explore our wedding, corporate, festival, and brand activation catering.

Gelato Cart for Weddings

A gelato cart adds a memorable, photo-ready moment to cocktail hour, receptions, showers, and welcome parties. We match cups and colors to your palette, and can pair it with our coffee or matcha bar so you book one vendor for the whole day.

Gelato Cart for Corporate Events & Activations

Draw a crowd at conferences, product launches, grand openings, and brand activations. Custom-branded cups and signage turn the gelato cart into a marketing moment guests photograph and share.

Gelato Cart for Private Parties

Birthdays, graduations, baby showers, holiday parties, and backyard celebrations feel special with a gelato cart. Guests of every age love it, and we handle setup, service, and a clean breakdown.

Gelato Cart for Festivals & Large Events

For festivals and large gatherings we bring additional staff and equipment to serve high volume without slowing the line, with branding for the event or an activating sponsor.

What's Included With Every Gelato Cart Booking

Every booking includes everything needed to run a smooth gelato cart from setup to breakdown, tailored to your guest count and event.

Bring the Gelato Cart to Your Next Event

Serving Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, Riverside County, the Coachella Valley, and surrounding Southern California cities.

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