Highest-rated dessert shops in the Syracuse area by diners
Highest-rated dessert shops in the Syracuse 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 Syracuse area based on diners' reviews on Yelp as of February 2025. Restaurants tagged as "desserts" on Yelp within a 10-kilometer radius of Syracuse 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!
#18. Twin Trees Too
- Rating: 2.9/5 (79 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1029 Milton Ave. Syracuse, New York
- Categories: Italian, Pizza, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#17. Crumbl - Dewitt
- Rating: 3.2/5 (47 reviews)
- Address: 3405 Erie Blvd. East Syracuse, New York
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#16. The Cheesecake Factory
- Rating: 3.3/5 (335 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 306 Hiawatha Boulevard West Space J-112 Space J-112 Syracuse, New York
- Categories: Desserts, American
- Read more on Yelp
#15. Carrabba's Italian Grill
- Rating: 3.4/5 (99 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 550 Towne Drive Fayetteville, New York
- Categories: Italian, Desserts, Salad
- Read more on Yelp
#14. Insomnia Cookies
- Rating: 3.6/5 (97 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 137 Marshall St. Syracuse, New York
- Categories: Desserts, Food Delivery Services, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
- Read more on Yelp
#13. Geddes Bakery
- Rating: 4.0/5 (47 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 421 South Main St. North Syracuse, New York
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, Patisserie/Cake Shop
- Read more on Yelp
#12. Brooklyn Pickle
- Rating: 4.0/5 (123 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1600 West Genesee St. Syracuse, New York
- Categories: Sandwiches, Desserts, Soup
- Read more on Yelp
#11. Cafe Blue
- Rating: 4.1/5 (33 reviews)
- Address: 720 Van Rensselaer St. Ste 104B Syracuse, New York
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Bakeries, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#10. The Ice Cream Stand
- Rating: 4.4/5 (61 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 200 West Water St. Syracuse, New York
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#9. Tous Les Jours
- Rating: 4.4/5 (184 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2743 Erie Blvd. East Syracuse, New York
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Bakeries, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#8. The Cider Mill
- Rating: 4.4/5 (215 reviews)
- Price level: $$$
- Address: 4221 Fay Road Syracuse, New York
- Categories: Comfort Food, Desserts, Salad
- Read more on Yelp
#7. Abbotts Frozen Custard
- Rating: 4.4/5 (23 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 4282 Fay Road Syracuse, New York
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#6. Plank Road Ice Cream
- Rating: 4.5/5 (34 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 449 South Main St. Syracuse, New York
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#5. Cake Bar - The Cafe -
- Rating: 4.6/5 (69 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 252 West Genesee St. Syracuse, New York
- Categories: Custom Cakes, Desserts, Bubble Tea
- Read more on Yelp
#4. Big Mama's Cheesecake
- Rating: 4.6/5 (21 reviews)
- Address: 500 Old Liverpool Road Liverpool, New York
- Categories: Desserts, Bakeries
- Read more on Yelp
#3. Cathy's Cookie Kitchen
- Rating: 4.8/5 (30 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 266 West Jefferson St. Syracuse, New York
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#2. Raj Saffron House
- Rating: 4.9/5 (26 reviews)
- Address: 124 Dell St. Syracuse, New York
- Categories: Indian, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#1. Sinbun
- Rating: 4.9/5 (27 reviews)
- Address: 484 South Salina St. Syracuse, New York
- Categories: Bakeries, Breakfast & Brunch, 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.
