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  • Gelateria Maria - Empty outdoor beachside restaurant with tables and chairs under a white pergola, overlooking the ocean with umbrellas and a boat in the distance.

    Beautiful place, great view right next to sea. Very kind waitress, best ice cream in town, big portions, very good coffee.

    — Jonáš Hnaníček from Google

  • Gelateria Maria - Display of various Middle Eastern desserts, including baklava, eclairs, and pistachio-topped sweet treats.

    Δοκιμάσαμε κανταϊφι και σορμπε λεμόνι. Άψογα και τα 2!

    — Christos Logiotatos from Google

  • Gelateria Maria - Close-up of chocolate-covered treats with chopped nuts and sprinkles, with other desserts in the background.

    Great ice cream!

    — Tom Bauer from Google

  • Gelateria Maria - Four bowls of dessert on a white table with a blurry outdoor background, featuring blue structure and potted plants.

    We were able to enjoy delicious ice cream with friends, by the Lybean Sea. A very calming experience. The lady at the counter was particularly nice, her pancakes were very generous.

    —Augustin R from Google

  • Gelateria Maria - Scoops of ice cream in front of a window with blue shutters, with a view of the ocean, a potted plant, and framed photo.

    Good ice cream probably comes at a price. €6 for two scoops were worth the price. The service was very friendly and I was allowed to try it - although I didn't come at rush hour...

    —Delila Krampulz from Google

  • A display case with shelves containing various types of ice cream and ice cream sandwiches. The top shelf has pink and brown ice cream scoops. The middle shelf holds more brown ice cream scoops. The bottom shelf features ice cream sandwiches with different coatings and toppings.

    What an ice cream! Great ice cream and good coffee. Also very nice reception by the owner. We will go here again, probably already tomorrow.

    — Lars from TripAdvisor

  • Gelateria Maria - Banana split dessert with strawberries, whipped cream, chocolate and berry sauces, and chocolate ice cream in a glass dish.

    This Ice Cream Parlour overlooking the sea with comfortable seating and Ice Cream to die for, fantastic flavors and good prices.

    — Peter Line

  • — Discover a coastal haven of flavor at Gelateria Maria. Nestled in the heart of Makry Gialos & Ierapetra town, we craft artisanal ice creams, indulgent crepes, and aromatic coffee — all served with a side of Cretan hospitality and stunning sea views.

    Whether you're strolling by the beach or meeting friends, there's always a reason to stop by.