Highest-rated dessert shops in the Miami area by diners
Highest-rated dessert shops in the Miami 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 Miami area based on diners' reviews on Yelp as of February 2025. Restaurants tagged as "desserts" on Yelp within a 10-kilometer radius of Miami 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!
#24. CalaMillor
- Rating: 4.0/5 (181 reviews)
- Address: 4000 Southwest 57th Ave. Miami, Florida
- Categories: Spanish, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#23. Misha's Cupcakes
- Rating: 4.1/5 (110 reviews)
- Address: 5616 Sunset Drive Miami, Florida
- Categories: Bakeries, Cupcakes, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#22. Whip 'n Dip Ice Cream
- Rating: 4.1/5 (236 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1407 Sunset Drive Miami, Florida
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#21. Night Owl Cookies
- Rating: 4.1/5 (963 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 10534 Southwest 8st Miami, Florida
- Categories: Desserts, Bakeries
- Read more on Yelp
#20. DC Pie Co
- Rating: 4.3/5 (406 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1010 Brickell Ave. Ste 200 Miami, Florida
- Categories: Pizza, Desserts, Salad
- Read more on Yelp
#19. Dasher & Crank
- Rating: 4.6/5 (358 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2211 Northwest 2nd Ave. Miami, Florida
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts, Cupcakes
- Read more on Yelp
#18. Ficelle Bakery
- Rating: 4.6/5 (113 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1440 Northwest North River Drive Ste 184 Miami, Florida
- Categories: Bakeries, Coffee & Tea, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#17. Nothing Bundt Cakes
- Rating: 4.6/5 (154 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 12030 Southwest 88th St. Miami, Florida
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, Cupcakes
- Read more on Yelp
#16. Cielito Artisan Pops
- Rating: 4.8/5 (249 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2750 Northwest 3rd Ave. Ste 20A Miami, Florida
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts, Kosher
- Read more on Yelp
#15. Santo Dulce Churros & Ice Cream
- Rating: 4.2/5 (118 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 8455 Northwest 53rd St. Doral, Florida
- Categories: Desserts, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
- Read more on Yelp
#14. Wall's Old Fashioned Ice Cream
- Rating: 4.2/5 (275 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 8075 Southwest 67th Ave. Miami, Florida
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#13. Keik Bakeshop
- Rating: 4.3/5 (197 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1450 Northwest 87th Ave. Ste 110 Doral, Florida
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, Cafes
- Read more on Yelp
#12. Majestic Portuguese Bakehouse
- Rating: 4.3/5 (168 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3340 Coral Way Miami, Florida
- Categories: Portuguese, Bakeries, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#11. Fireman Derek's Bake Shop
- Rating: 4.3/5 (294 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3435 Main Hwy Miami, Florida
- Categories: Desserts, Bakeries, Coffee & Tea
- Read more on Yelp
#10. Fireman Derek's Bake Shop & Cafe
- Rating: 4.4/5 (1331 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2545 North Miami Ave. Miami, Florida
- Categories: Desserts, Bakeries, Patisserie/Cake Shop
- Read more on Yelp
#9. Piononos
- Rating: 4.5/5 (187 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 328 Crandon Blvd. Ste 217 Key Biscayne, Florida
- Categories: Desserts, Bakeries
- Read more on Yelp
#8. Salt & Straw
- Rating: 4.5/5 (208 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3015 Grand Ave. Unit 145 Coconut Grove, Florida
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#7. Santo Dulce Churros
- Rating: 4.6/5 (220 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 330 Northeast 30th St. Biscayne Blvd. Miami, Florida
- Categories: Desserts, Food Trucks, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
- Read more on Yelp
#6. Miami Baked
- Rating: 4.6/5 (177 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 12750 Southwest 128th St. Miami, Florida
- Categories: Desserts, Food Trucks
- Read more on Yelp
#5. Morelia Ice Cream Paletas - Coral Gables
- Rating: 4.6/5 (466 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 76 Miracle Mile Coral Gables, Florida
- Categories: Desserts, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Kosher
- Read more on Yelp
#4. OH MY GOSH! Brigadeiros - Coral Gables
- Rating: 4.6/5 (341 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2205 Southwest 23rd Ave. Miami, Florida
- Categories: Desserts, Coffee & Tea, Chocolatiers & Shops
- Read more on Yelp
#3. Midtown Creamery
- Rating: 4.7/5 (444 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2690 Northeast 2nd Ave. Miami, Florida
- Categories: Desserts, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
- Read more on Yelp
#2. Frudeco
- Rating: 4.8/5 (152 reviews)
- Address: 8212 Northeast 2nd Ave. Miami, Florida
- Categories: Desserts, Custom Cakes
- Read more on Yelp
#1. Cindy Lou's Cookies
- Rating: 4.9/5 (236 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7320 Northeast 2nd Ave. Miami, Florida
- Categories: Desserts, Bakeries, Macarons
- 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.
