🍧 Authentic Tradition 🍨
Repicci's Italian Ice and Gelato of Charlotte is a delightful journey through the authentic taste of Italy, right in your neighborhood. With roots tracing back to the Old World recipes brought from Messina, Italy, by Dominic Francesco Repicci, every scoop from this food truck is a testament to a rich family tradition.
The story of Repicci's is woven with threads of Italian authenticity and American entrepreneurship. The cherished family recipe of Italian ice, once shared amongst friends and neighbors in South Philadelphia, has now blossomed into a nationwide sensation, thanks to the passionate continuation of the tradition by Dominic’s grandson, Frank.
🍦 With over 40 franchises nationwide, Repicci's has become synonymous with the real taste of Italian ice and gelato. Every event graced by the presence of a Repicci’s food truck is not just an occasion, but a celebration of flavor, quality, and the joy of sharing something truly special.
💬 "So amazing! Could eat this everyday for the rest of my life!" - A delighted customer on Facebook 🌟
🚚 The Repicci’s food truck is not just a source of delightful treats but a testament to a legacy of quality and authenticity. Every scoop of Italian ice and gelato is a reminder of the journey from the streets of South Philadelphia to the nationwide acclaim, a journey fueled by an unwavering commitment to quality and the joy of sharing a piece of Italian heritage with millions.
🎉 Whether it’s a fair, festival, sporting event, or even a wedding, the Repicci’s Italian Ice & Gelato food truck is a beacon of flavor, ready to turn any gathering into a memorable experience adorned with the rich, authentic taste of Italy.
🚚 From The Truck 🍧
Our roots are as authentically Italian as our Italian ice and gelato. When Dominic Francesco Repicci immigrated from Messina, Italy to America in 1911, he brought his family’s Old World recipe for Italian ice. At first, Dominic shared his family’s delicious Italian treat with friends and neighbors in South Philadelphia. It wasn’t long before Dominic found himself busy producing his family’s unique product to meet an overwhelming demand.
It’s still the Family Business
Dominic’s grandson, Frank, continues his grandfather’s passion for offering quality Italian treats. Frank opened a manufacturing plant in Tennessee in 1998, which initially supplied concessions for the Chattanooga parks and recreation facilities. The popularity of Repicci’s Italian Ice grew rapidly throughout the Southeastern United States. Franchising began in 2005, starting out as seasonal tents that would pop up at spring and summertime events. These trailblazers continued to gain loyal fans for Repicci’s one-of-a-kind products, and in 2014 it was decided to include mobile trailers in our franchising model.
Now, Repicci’s products are manufactured on a larger scale in Selmer, Tennessee, enabling the company to meet a nationwide demand. We have more than 40 franchises nationwide, where Repicci’s products are enjoyed by millions of people in thousands of locations. The future lies in taking our product to customers where they are, rather than waiting for them to come to us.
We now offer new franchisees the opportunity to own a business, selling delicious Real Italian Ice, Gelato, Italian-Roasted Coffee and Hot Chocolate at events of all kind. From fairs and festivals to sporting events, rodeos, reunions and even weddings, a Repicci’s Italian Ice & Gelato food truck is suited for any occasion or event.