Who We Are

From World Travelers to rio vista Gelato Makers: The Sweet Story of Butteri

When world-travelers Roxanne Cooper and Earl Yazel settled in Rio Vista, they wanted to create something special for their new community —a place where people could slow down, share a smile and enjoy something truly delicious.

That’s how Butteri was born.

From day one, their goal was simple: to make the best gelato in Northern California, crafted with the freshest local ingredients they could find.

They also wanted to keep it affordable, so a family of four could stop in and savor their favorite flavors together for just twenty dollars.

Most of all, Roxanne and Earl wanted Butteri to be about more than gelato and sorbets. They wanted it to be a way to give back to the community —supporting local growers, schools, non-profits and neighbors who make Rio Vista such a special place.-

Our gelato

We make our small-batch gelato with the finest local ingredients — including organic dairy from Petaluma’s own Straus Family Creamery — all crafted with care right here in Rio Vista.

Our Dairy-free gelato and sorbets

Our dairy-free gelatos and sorbets are crafted with the same care and creativity as all our flavors. We use creamy coconut or smooth oat bases to make them rich and satisfying — no dairy needed. Each one is made with real fruit and the finest local ingredients, so every scoop tastes bright, fresh, and full of flavor.

On the downlow

There’s a little something extra for those who know where to look. Follow us on Facebook to discover our secret menu — because sharing is sweet, but not too sweet.

Roxanne Cooper and Earl Yazel, owners of Butteri Gelato

our latest flavors

Our menu changes often — so be sure to check back here regularly

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Highly recommend & I definitely will be back! This seems like a Gem for this area.
Highly recommend & I definitely will be back! This seems like a Gem for this area.
Ben Z.
The creamiest gelato with unique flavors! I got the vanilla gelato and it was the best vanilla flavor I've ever had! I was skeptical at first because why would I choose vanilla over all the other unique flavors but when I tried the sample, I was immediately convinced! As for the ambiance, the shop is cutely decorated with the standout being their ice cream art in the window. There isn't seating inside but there are a row of chairs outside the shop which makes it the perfect spot to wind down or people watch. 10/10 would come here again.
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Amy H.
I'm completely hooked on Butteri Gelato--it's insanely delicious with a silky texture! First, I loved the Gigi (peanut butter gelato with swirl and chocolate chunks), then Mr. Schneebly (rich chocolate with toffee and surprise Cheese-Its!), and now Cookie Monster with Oreos and chocolate chip cookies! Each one just keeps topping the last! So today, I got ALL three!! This place is a must stop when you're in downtown Rio Vista!!
Andrea c.
Outstanding homemade Gelato and Sorbet! Locally owned and operated. New flavors daily that will tantalize your tastebuds! A must stop in Rio Vista!
Len W.
Cute atmosphere! Friendly people, and great gelato! Perfect addition to the little town of Rio Vista.
Marjorie C.
This is a new spot in downtown Rio Vista just off Main Street and across from Hap's Taps with delicious gelato. All their flavors sounded wonderful, including the several dairy-free options. I enjoyed the Elphaba marketed as 'A wicked-good sour apple and caramel gelato'. It tasted just like those caramel apple pops that were all the craze awhile ago. The gelato is a nice light green color and had swirls of caramel in it. They offer pints to-go, only of the daily flavors (i.e. not pre-packed pints). We loved the ice cream cone decorations in the window too. Can't wait to come back again!
ian A