Highest-rated dessert shops in the Savannah area by diners
Highest-rated dessert shops in the Savannah 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 Savannah area based on diners' reviews on Yelp as of February 2025. Restaurants tagged as "desserts" on Yelp within a 10-kilometer radius of Savannah 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!
#27. OD Seafood
- Rating: 3.2/5 (94 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 13051 Abercorn St. Ste A2 Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Seafood, Cajun/Creole, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#26. Ruan Thai Cuisine
- Rating: 3.7/5 (346 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 17 West Broughton St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Thai, Desserts, Beer Bar
- Read more on Yelp
#25. Byrd Cookie Company - Waters Ave
- Rating: 3.8/5 (59 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6700 Waters Ave. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#24. The Peach Cobbler Factory - Savannah
- Rating: 3.8/5 (157 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 51 Barnard St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#23. Gigi's Cupcakes of Savannah
- Rating: 3.8/5 (84 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5521 Abercorn St. Ste 100 Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, Cupcakes
- Read more on Yelp
#22. Flirt With Dessert
- Rating: 3.8/5 (31 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 205 Johnny Mercer Blvd. Ste G Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, Patisserie/Cake Shop
- Read more on Yelp
#21. Husk Savannah
- Rating: 3.9/5 (750 reviews)
- Price level: $$$
- Address: 12 West Oglethorpe Ave. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Southern, Desserts, Cocktail Bars
- Read more on Yelp
#20. Chocolat by Adam Turoni
- Rating: 4.1/5 (156 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 323 West Broughton St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Desserts, Chocolatiers & Shops
- Read more on Yelp
#19. Savannah's Candy Kitchen - River Street
- Rating: 4.1/5 (454 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 225 East River St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Candy Stores, Desserts, Gelato
- Read more on Yelp
#18. Savannah's Candy Kitchen - City Market
- Rating: 4.1/5 (156 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 318 West St. Julian St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Candy Stores, Desserts, Gelato
- Read more on Yelp
#17. Lulu's Chocolate Bar
- Rating: 4.1/5 (839 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 42 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Desserts, Cocktail Bars, Coffee & Tea
- Read more on Yelp
#16. River Street Sweets
- Rating: 4.2/5 (329 reviews)
- Price level: $$$
- Address: 13 East River St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Desserts, Candy Stores, Chocolatiers & Shops
- Read more on Yelp
#15. Byrd's Famous Cookies - City Market
- Rating: 4.2/5 (229 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 213 West St. Julian St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#14. Byrd's Famous Cookies - River Street
- Rating: 4.3/5 (52 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 423 East River St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#13. Chiriya
- Rating: 4.3/5 (204 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3017 East Victory Drive Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Thai, Hawaiian, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#12. The Coffee Fox
- Rating: 4.3/5 (1077 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 102 West Broughton St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Desserts, Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp
#11. The Little Crown by Pie Society
- Rating: 4.4/5 (514 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 19 Jefferson St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Desserts, British, Pubs
- Read more on Yelp
#10. Better Than Sex - Savannah
- Rating: 4.4/5 (403 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 410 West Broughton St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Desserts, Cocktail Bars, Wine Bars
- Read more on Yelp
#9. Henny Penny Art Space & Cafe
- Rating: 4.5/5 (100 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1514 Bull St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Desserts, Art Space Rentals
- Read more on Yelp
#8. Leopold's Ice Cream
- Rating: 4.5/5 (3444 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 212 East Broughton St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#7. Unforgettable Bakery & Cafe
- Rating: 4.5/5 (44 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 238 Eisenhower Drive Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Bakeries, Sandwiches, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#6. River Street Sweets
- Rating: 4.6/5 (30 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4515 Habersham St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Candy Stores, Gift Shops, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#5. Sweet Patricia's Bakery
- Rating: 4.8/5 (36 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1722 Habersham St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, Salad
- Read more on Yelp
#4. Jeremiah's Italian Ice
- Rating: 4.8/5 (37 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 7400 Abercorn St. Savannah Centre Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Desserts, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Shaved Ice
- Read more on Yelp
#3. The Baked Bear
- Rating: 4.8/5 (34 reviews)
- Address: 319 West Broughton St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp
#2. Twisted Sugar
- Rating: 4.9/5 (23 reviews)
- Address: 151 Bryan St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#1. Nothing Bundt Cakes
- Rating: 4.9/5 (29 reviews)
- Address: 1801 East Victory Drive Ste 102 Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, Cupcakes
- 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.
