Highest-rated dessert shops in the Cape Coral area by diners
Highest-rated dessert shops in the Cape Coral 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 Cape Coral area based on diners' reviews on Yelp as of February 2025. Restaurants tagged as "desserts" on Yelp within a 10-kilometer radius of Cape Coral 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!
#26. The Krab Hut Fort Myers
- Rating: 3.5/5 (97 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5100 South Cleveland Ave. Ste 401 Fort Myers, Florida
- Categories: Cajun/Creole, Desserts, Seafood
- Read more on Yelp
#25. Pinchers
- Rating: 3.6/5 (522 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2360 West 1st St. Fort Myers, Florida
- Categories: Seafood, Desserts, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp
#24. 3 Pepper Burrito
- Rating: 3.7/5 (63 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2231 First St. Fort Myers, Florida
- Categories: Desserts, Salad, Tacos
- Read more on Yelp
#23. Mastello Ristorante
- Rating: 3.9/5 (84 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7890 Summerlin Lakes Drive Fort Myers, Florida
- Categories: Italian, Pizza, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#22. Grimaldi's Pizzeria
- Rating: 3.9/5 (567 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 13499 South Cleveland Ave. Ste 201 Fort Myers, Florida
- Categories: Pizza, Desserts, Beer, Wine & Spirits
- Read more on Yelp
#21. La Fontanella Ristorante
- Rating: 4.0/5 (27 reviews)
- Address: 7050 Winkler Road Ste 112 Fort Myers, Florida
- Categories: Desserts, Wine Bars, Italian
- Read more on Yelp
#20. Crumbl - North Cape
- Rating: 3.6/5 (23 reviews)
- Address: 1519 Northeast Pine Island Road Ste 150 Cape Coral, Florida
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#19. Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard
- Rating: 3.8/5 (41 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 4666 South Cleveland Ave. Fort Myers, Florida
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts, Shaved Ice
- Read more on Yelp
#18. Il Pomodoro Italian Restaurant
- Rating: 3.9/5 (192 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 9681 Gladiolus Drive Fort Myers, Florida
- Categories: Italian, Desserts, Pizza
- Read more on Yelp
#17. Best Ice Cream
- Rating: 4.0/5 (106 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2215-K Winkler Ave. Fort Myers, Florida
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts, Coffee & Tea
- Read more on Yelp
#16. Luciano's Pizza
- Rating: 4.0/5 (183 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 728 Southwest Pine Island Road Ste 3 Cape Coral, Florida
- Categories: Pizza, Salad, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#15. Cookie Plug
- Rating: 4.1/5 (21 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 12377 South Cleveland Ave. Fort Myers, Florida
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#14. Schnitzel House
- Rating: 4.2/5 (119 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 17274 San Carlos Blvd. Indian Creek Plaza Fort Myers Beach, Florida
- Categories: German, Desserts, Modern European
- Read more on Yelp
#13. Bruno's of Brooklyn
- Rating: 4.2/5 (569 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2149 First St. Fort Myers, Florida
- Categories: Italian, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#12. Ice Cream Club of Cape Coral
- Rating: 4.4/5 (44 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2384 Surfside Blvd. Ste107 Cape Coral, Florida
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#11. Mythos Authentic Greek Cuisine
- Rating: 4.4/5 (79 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 15271 Mcgregor Blvd. Ste 27 Fort Myers, Florida
- Categories: Greek, Desserts, Soup
- Read more on Yelp
#10. Heidi's German Restaurant
- Rating: 4.5/5 (69 reviews)
- Address: 12791 Kenwood Lane Fort Myers, Florida
- Categories: German, Desserts, Soup
- Read more on Yelp
#9. Love Boat Ice Cream
- Rating: 4.6/5 (617 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 16229 San Carlos Blvd. Fort Myers, Florida
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#8. Jeremiah's Italian Ice
- Rating: 4.6/5 (25 reviews)
- Address: 2209 Santa Barbara Blvd. Ste 101 Cape Coral, Florida
- Categories: Desserts, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Shaved Ice
- Read more on Yelp
#7. 2 Scoops & Sprinkles
- Rating: 4.6/5 (94 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 12995 South Cleveland Ave. Ste 131 Fort Myers, Florida
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts, Chocolatiers & Shops
- Read more on Yelp
#6. Koko Chicken 92
- Rating: 4.7/5 (26 reviews)
- Address: 16520 South Tamiami Trl Fort Myers, Florida
- Categories: Korean, Chicken Wings, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#5. Scoops and Treats
- Rating: 4.8/5 (29 reviews)
- Address: 229 Del Prado Blvd. North Ste 6 Cape Coral, Florida
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#4. Zirilli's Chilly Treats
- Rating: 4.8/5 (84 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 814 Southwest Pine Island Road Unit 308 Cape Coral, Florida
- Categories: Desserts, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
- Read more on Yelp
#3. HJ German Corner
- Rating: 4.9/5 (73 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3674 Cleveland Ave. Fort Myers, Florida
- Categories: German, Desserts, Pretzels
- Read more on Yelp
#2. hi tea
- Rating: 5.0/5 (22 reviews)
- Address: 1715 Cape Coral Pkwy West Ste 26 Cape Coral, Florida
- Categories: Bubble Tea, Desserts, Coffee & Tea
- Read more on Yelp
#1. Gelato-go - Fort Myers
- Rating: 5.0/5 (46 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 15271 McGregor Blvd. Unit 8 Fort Myers, Florida
- Categories: Gelato, Desserts, Coffee & Tea
- 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.
