Highest-rated dessert shops in the Santa Fe area by diners
Highest-rated dessert shops in the Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe area based on diners' reviews on Yelp as of February 2025. Restaurants tagged as "desserts" on Yelp within a 10-kilometer radius of Santa Fe 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!
#15. French Pastry Shop
- Rating: 3.4/5 (520 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 100 East San Francisco St. Santa Fe, New Mexico
- Categories: Bakeries, French, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#14. India Palace
- Rating: 3.5/5 (213 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 227 Don Gaspar Ave. Santa Fe, New Mexico
- Categories: Indian, Seafood, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#13. Sushi8
- Rating: 3.8/5 (74 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 66 East San Francisco St. Ste 21 Santa Fe, New Mexico
- Categories: Sushi Bars, Desserts, Steakhouses
- Read more on Yelp
#12. The Santa Fe Teahouse
- Rating: 3.8/5 (563 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 821 Canyon Road Santa Fe, New Mexico
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Breakfast & Brunch, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#11. The Shed
- Rating: 3.9/5 (2576 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 113 1/2 East Palace Ave. Santa Fe, New Mexico
- Categories: New Mexican Cuisine, Desserts, Cocktail Bars
- Read more on Yelp
#10. Sky Coffee
- Rating: 4.0/5 (91 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1609 Alcaldesa St. Santa Fe, New Mexico
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#9. Harry's Roadhouse
- Rating: 4.0/5 (826 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 96 Old Las Vegas Hwy Ste B Santa Fe, New Mexico
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, Desserts, Gluten-Free
- Read more on Yelp
#8. Coyote Cafe
- Rating: 4.1/5 (745 reviews)
- Price level: $$$
- Address: 132 West Water St. Santa Fe, New Mexico
- Categories: New American, Cocktail Bars, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#7. Casa Chimayo Restaurante
- Rating: 4.1/5 (959 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 409 West Water St. Santa Fe, New Mexico
- Categories: New Mexican Cuisine, Desserts, Cocktail Bars
- Read more on Yelp
#6. Dulce Capital
- Rating: 4.2/5 (108 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1100 Don Diego Ave. Ste A Santa Fe, New Mexico
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Bakeries, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#5. Joseph's Culinary Pub
- Rating: 4.4/5 (324 reviews)
- Price level: $$$
- Address: 428 Agua Fria St. Santa Fe, New Mexico
- Categories: New American, Desserts, Venues & Event Spaces
- Read more on Yelp
#4. Zacatlán Restaurant
- Rating: 4.4/5 (170 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 317 Aztec St. Santa Fe, New Mexico
- Categories: Mexican, Breakfast & Brunch, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#3. Agapao Coffee
- Rating: 4.7/5 (27 reviews)
- Address: 1650 St. Michaels Drive Santa Fe, New Mexico
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Desserts, Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp
#2. Mac Santa Fe
- Rating: 4.8/5 (162 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 115 Water St. Santa Fe, New Mexico
- Categories: Sandwiches, American, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#1. Churro Bar
- Rating: 4.8/5 (71 reviews)
- Address: 102 East Water St. Santa Fe, New Mexico
- Categories: Desserts
- 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.
