Dolce Neve is a gelato shop on South 1st St., it opened in 2014 & it is our favorite gelato place in Austin. The name means, “Sweet Snow”. There are now several locations in Austin and one in Houston, but the location on South 1st St. is the flagship store. It is a very quaint shop, because of the size, there is no bathroom. The gelato is very authentic according to Russ, since I have not been to Italy (YET! I am finally going in June ‘23). One of the owners, Francesca was formally trained Bologna, Italy & her husband is from Northern Italy. There is accessible parking and a ramp which goes up to the front door & the door opens wide and I was able to go through easily. I was in my power chair when we visited Dolce Neve which is quite larger than my manual chair & I had no problems.

The flavors are covered by big silver lids, but they are all at eye level so I have no problem seeing them in my chair. The best part about picking your flavor is when you see them remove the lids, (insert, high vocal: ahhhhhh). There are very unique & delicious flavor profiles, as well as the traditional favorites. It is great to be able to try the flavors before you make your selection - be adventurous & try different flavors - you never know which one you are going to love. The homemade gelato is made with seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. They have a rotating menu which includes: Chocolate with Candied Orange Peels, Mascarpone & Figs, Whiskey & Pecan, Ricotta, Honey & Pistachio, Goat Cheese & Blueberry Jam, Fromage Blanc & Apricot Jam but some of the staples you can always find are: Chocolate 100%, Vanilla from Madagascar, Salted Caramel, Stracciatella, Organic Pistachio, Organic Hazelnut and Crema Dolce Neve (Custard with Lemon Zest). We have tried a lot of the flavors but the Organic Pistachio is out favorite, we typically get that with a scoop of Chocolate, it’s a great combo of sweet & salty. That’s the other great thing, you can have multiple flavored scoops in one cup - which is great if you are sharing or indecisive - which is perfect for us.

Once you place your order at the counter, then you pay, which is fairly low and easily accessible. The seating is open and there are several tables, when we were there they were all open when we sat down, so we had our pick. However, once we sat down and were enjoying our gelato, we watched the line form out the door & it filled up quickly. The gelato is really good, so the place is often packed. It is really a one stop place where either get your gelato to-go or you eat it there & leave. They also have amazing Cappuccinos and they serve the classic Italian dessert, Affogato which is incredible. If you have never had it, it is a shot of hot espresso poured over a scoop of gelato.

The staff is awesome & super friendly and helpful, especially when you are having a hard time choosing a flavor. Highly recommend, to cure your sweet tooth. Gustare!

Dolce Neve
1713 South 1st street
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 804-5568
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The 6th & present location of Antone’s is like a local crown jewel of accessibility. The venue is set up on one level so people with disabilities can easily move around during big shows & small shows alike. I have only experienced big shows at Antone’s, all I have to worry about is getting through the crowd of people to go up front to be able to see everything going on the stage. We have figured out how to get thru the crowd like Moses parting the Red Sea. The acoustics in the venue are great from any spot in the club.

Recently, I discovered that the venue also has one of the best bathroom experiences, with a private bathroom for the disabled community. There’s plenty of room for the wheelchair, there are bars (where they need to be) to transfer to the toilet and I can easily get under the sink & look into the mirror. I prefer the private bathrooms because it is better for me, without worrying about other people coming in and out.

To go backstage there is an elevator that will take you up to the second level where they have private parties. And getting to the backstage rooms is super easy. I first went to Antone’s, forth location back in ‘99, on 5th & Lavaca. I met Clifford Antone through a local musician friend of mine and we became friends. I couldn’t get backstage at that location because it was on the second floor and they didn’t have an elevator. It was important to go backstage with the Austin Daze, because that is where the interviews would take place. However, at the current location, their bar is very accessible for drinks & Cliffy Dogs, 1st floor, and 2nd floor.

We typically take the Cap Metro Access or Uber WAV (Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle) but Antone’s offers, Valet Parking, available nightly, next door to Antone’s at Eddie V’s restaurant for $12. We have not tried out this service yet. There is also self-parking, There are many nearby street parking options as well as several large public parking garages in the vicinity with handicapped parking spots.

Their staff is very friendly and accommodating. Antone’s hosted Night 1 of the STAND WITH RUSS BENEFIT to help me to raise money for my Permobile stand up power chair. We had a great turn out & I was able to fund my chair. Talented musicians showed up to support me: Marcus King, Carolyn Wonderland, Brownout, Money Chica, Guy Forsyth Band, Willie Pipkin & Friends and more special guests. The folks at the door and the security guards ask if they can help make your experience better. It’s really a great place & one of my favorite Austin venues.

Check out the venue for yourself!

Antone's Nightclub
305 E 5th St.
Austin, TX 78701
512) 814-0361

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