American tourist claims he's found the 'best UK ice cream' in seaside town
An American tourist thinks he's found 'the best ice cream in the UK' after visiting a seaside town. Nathan Leazer, a musician and content creator, has been documenting his travels on TikTok as @nathanleazermusic.
In a recent video, he visited Broadstairs, a seaside town on the Kent coast, and reviewed Morelli's Gelato. The ice cream parlour first opened in Broadstairs in 1932, and Nathan loved visiting the historic parlour, which overlooks the picturesque Viking Bay. Nathan told his followers: "You know what I love about England?
"I'm here in a place called Broadstairs, and I'm about to go have the best ice cream in the UK from a place called Morelli's. It's like an old diner." He then filmed himself chatting with the staff about the parlour's 93-year history, before showcasing the ice cream sundae he ordered. "Look at that," he praised. "Yeah, buddy."
The TikTok video went viral, gaining over 200,000 views and more than 17,000 likes. It also received lots of comments from ice cream fans who love the parlour.
A viewer commented: "Omg, I did NOT expect to see Morelli's on my fyp today!! My grandparents used to go on dates there together and have taken all of us since then! It's such a special place."
Another said: "I didn't realise Morellis was still open!! my mum and grandparents used to go there." Someone added: "Morellis is where my parents had their first date 40 years ago. We went there a couple of years ago for the Broadstairs food festival and went in there. They said it hasn't changed a bit, and still has the best ice cream."
Morelli's Gelato Broadstairs has earned lots of praise on TripAdvisor, where it's ranked as the number one dessert spot in the town. A reviewer praised: "We have been a couple of times. It's like jumping back in time.
"Love the decor, service good and the ice cream is great. Had the nine mini cones last time we went, very good. Just had a takeaway tub this time and a seat on the promenade in the late summer sun, PERFECT. Wished we lived nearer but probably better for our health that we don't…."
A second shared: "First went here in the early 70s. Little has changed and that is why it is an amazing experience. Afternoon Knickerbocker Glory and Banana Split were great. Evening hot waffle with ice cream. Yummy. Not the cheapest but you pay for the experience. If you visit Broadstairs, you must go to Morelli's!"
A third commented: "During our recent family holiday to Broadstairs, we visited Morrellis on many occasions. The ice cream is the best in the world, and the choices available are extensive. We have been coming to Morrellis for years and each visit never disappoints."
A fourth added: "We went yesterday to Broadstairs with my family and we tried the gelato in Morelli's. It was the best gelato I've ever tried here in the UK, it reminded me home. Also, I would like to congratulate all the staff for being so professional and having an ace customer service. I highly recommend this place."
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