Highest-rated Dessert Shops in the Atlantic City Area by Diners

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Highest-rated dessert shops in the Atlantic City 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 Atlantic City area based on diners' reviews on Yelp as of February 2025. Restaurants tagged as "desserts" on Yelp within a 10-kilometer radius of Atlantic City 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!

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#16. Sugar Factory - Atlantic City

- Rating: 3.1/5 (626 reviews)
- Price level: $$$
- Address: 1000 Boardwalk Atlantic City, New Jersey
- Categories: Candy Stores, American, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp

#15. Mrs. Fields Quarter at Tropicana

- Rating: 3.1/5 (27 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2801 Pacific Ave. Ste 218 The Quarter at Tropicana Casino Hotel Atlantic City, New Jersey
- Categories: Desserts, Bakeries
- Read more on Yelp

#14. Downbeach Deli

- Rating: 3.2/5 (89 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 8 South Essex Ave. Margate City, New Jersey
- Categories: Delis, Sandwiches, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp

#13. Megu Sushi

- Rating: 3.4/5 (80 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5214 Atlantic Ave. Ventnor City, New Jersey
- Categories: Japanese, Sushi Bars, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp

#12. A Touch of Italy

- Rating: 3.4/5 (141 reviews)
- Price level: $$$
- Address: 6629 Black Horse Pike Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey
- Categories: Italian, Seafood, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp

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#11. Athenian Garden

- Rating: 3.6/5 (177 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 619 South New York Road Absecon, New Jersey
- Categories: Greek, Desserts, Salad
- Read more on Yelp

#10. Boardwalk Cupcakes

- Rating: 3.7/5 (85 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1900 Pacific Avenue Bally's Atlantic City Hotel And Casino Atlantic City, New Jersey
- Categories: Desserts, Cupcakes
- Read more on Yelp

#9. Crazy Susan's Cookies

- Rating: 3.8/5 (72 reviews)
- Price level: $$$$
- Address: 1345 West Ave. Ocean City, New Jersey
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp

#8. Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard

- Rating: 3.9/5 (20 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1515 Boardwalk Atlantic City, New Jersey
- Categories: Desserts, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Shaved Ice
- Read more on Yelp

#7. Cafe Beach Club

- Rating: 4.1/5 (94 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1282 Boardwalk Ocean City, New Jersey
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, Cafes, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp

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#6. The Bake Works

- Rating: 4.1/5 (80 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1205 Tilton Road Ste 3 Northfield, New Jersey
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, Cupcakes
- Read more on Yelp

#5. SunDaze

- Rating: 4.4/5 (51 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6814 Ventnor Ave. Ventnor City, New Jersey
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp

#4. Rainbow

- Rating: 4.4/5 (95 reviews)
- Address: 6418 Ventnor Ave. Ventnor City, New Jersey
- Categories: Japanese, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp

#3. Shriver's Salt Water Taffy & Fudge

- Rating: 4.5/5 (59 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 852 Boardwalk Ocean City, New Jersey
- Categories: Candy Stores, Desserts, Chocolatiers & Shops
- Read more on Yelp

#2. Boba Works

- Rating: 4.5/5 (35 reviews)
- Address: 960 Asbury Ave. Ocean City, New Jersey
- Categories: Bubble Tea, Desserts, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
- Read more on Yelp

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