Highest-rated dessert shops in the Bridgeport area by diners
Highest-rated dessert shops in the Bridgeport area by diners
There's no denying that Americans have a sweet tooth—nearly 41% say they enjoy a sweet treat at least once a day, according to a November 2024 YouGov survey.
One of the most popular desserts to dig into is ice cream. An International Dairy Foods Association survey from May 2024 found that just about all Americans (97%) love or like ice cream. The frozen confection has held a special place in the U.S. since the turn of the 19th century with the invention of insulated ice houses. By the mid-1800s, ice cream was manufactured and sold to the masses. Soon, old-fashioned soda fountains started selling sundaes, milkshakes, and ice cream sodas, becoming a gathering place for young people. Today, more than 150 years later, those dessert options not only remain perennial top choices but also evoke a sense of nostalgia and community.
Over the years, Americans' dessert tastes have led to some other tasty trends, from the cupcake craze of the early 2000s thanks to bakeries like Magnolia, Sprinkles, and Crumbs, to the self-serve frozen yogurt frenzy that followed in the early 2010s via Pinkberry, 16 Handles, and Red Mango. Most recently, the 2020s have seen cookies sweep the nation, with chains like Insomnia and Crumbl stoking childhood memories, launching TikTok trends, and growing exponentially.
Today's desserts also go far beyond ice cream, cupcakes, and cookies. Many modern dessert shops are redefining the experience by fusing timeless recipes with multicultural flavors, offering creative twists such as matcha-infused cupcakes, horchata ice cream, and Basque cheesecakes that celebrate both tradition and innovation.
To keep up with the ever-evolving dessert trends, Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated dessert shops in the Bridgeport area based on diners' reviews on Yelp as of February 2025. Restaurants tagged as "desserts" on Yelp within a 10-kilometer radius of Bridgeport were included. As a result, some restaurants featured may primarily serve other food items.
Whether indulging in a time-honored pie or exploring a fusion delight, the world of desserts remains as vibrant and diverse as the communities that enjoy them. Keep reading to see if your favorite spot made the list or to find your next sweet treat!
#21. The Cheesecake Factory
- Rating: 2.8/5 (389 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5065 Main St. Space Spc 314 Trumbull, Connecticut
- Categories: American, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#20. Andros Diner & Restaurant
- Rating: 3.1/5 (112 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 651 Villa Ave. Fairfield, Connecticut
- Categories: Sandwiches, Desserts, Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp
#19. Milkcraft
- Rating: 3.2/5 (588 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1215 Post Road Fairfield, Connecticut
- Categories: Desserts, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
- Read more on Yelp
#18. Chaves Bakery and Deli
- Rating: 3.6/5 (53 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 140 Bridgeport Ave. Shelton, Connecticut
- Categories: Delis, Bakeries, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#17. Saugatuck Sweets
- Rating: 3.6/5 (58 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 28 Reef Road Fairfield, Connecticut
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#16. La Fortuna Bar & Restaurant
- Rating: 3.6/5 (134 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7365 Main St. Stratford, Connecticut
- Categories: Italian, Desserts, Pizza
- Read more on Yelp
#15. Alina's Patisserie
- Rating: 3.6/5 (66 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2480 Black Rock Tpke Fairfield, Connecticut
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, Custom Cakes
- Read more on Yelp
#14. Chip's Family Restaurant
- Rating: 3.6/5 (282 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 525 Tunxis Hill Cut Off Fairfield, Connecticut
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, Sandwiches, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#13. Chip City
- Rating: 3.9/5 (23 reviews)
- Address: 1125 Post Road Fairfield, Connecticut
- Categories: Desserts, Bakeries, Coffee & Tea
- Read more on Yelp
#12. Crumbl - Fairfield
- Rating: 3.9/5 (31 reviews)
- Address: 2261 Black Rock Tpk Fairfield, Connecticut
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#11. The Smithy
- Rating: 4.0/5 (113 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 171 Main St. Monroe, Connecticut
- Categories: Seafood, Steakhouses, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#10. CeCe Bubble Tea Cafe
- Rating: 4.0/5 (30 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 434 Howe Ave. Shelton, Connecticut
- Categories: Bubble Tea, Desserts, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp
#9. Pantanal Restaurant
- Rating: 4.2/5 (122 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 215 Frank St. Bridgeport, Connecticut
- Categories: Brazilian, Desserts, Buffets
- Read more on Yelp
#8. Bonkers Cupcakes
- Rating: 4.3/5 (43 reviews)
- Address: 1618 Post Road Fairfield, Connecticut
- Categories: Cupcakes, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#7. 16 Handles
- Rating: 4.3/5 (56 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1300 Post Road Fairfield, Connecticut
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts, Juice Bars & Smoothies
- Read more on Yelp
#6. Brick Walk Tavern
- Rating: 4.3/5 (185 reviews)
- Address: 1275 Post Road Fairfield, Connecticut
- Categories: American, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#5. The Pantry
- Rating: 4.3/5 (125 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1580 Post Road Fairfield, Connecticut
- Categories: Grocery, Delis, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#4. Taste Of Everest
- Rating: 4.4/5 (74 reviews)
- Address: 2445 Black Rock Turnpike Fairfield, Connecticut
- Categories: Indian, Himalayan/Nepalese, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#3. Monroe Falafel
- Rating: 4.4/5 (114 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 401 Monroe Turnpike Monroe, Connecticut
- Categories: Mediterranean, Desserts, Soup
- Read more on Yelp
#2. Addeo's Fire & Ice
- Rating: 4.8/5 (34 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 97 Center St. Shelton, Connecticut
- Categories: Desserts, Pizza, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
- Read more on Yelp
#1. Ristorante Di Sofia
- Rating: 4.8/5 (71 reviews)
- Address: 1479 Barnum Ave. Stratford, Connecticut
- Categories: Italian, Desserts, Seafood
- Read more on Yelp
This story features data reporting by Wade Zhou, writing by Cynthia Rebolledo, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 241 metros.
