Highest-rated dessert shops in the Allentown area by diners
Highest-rated dessert shops in the Allentown 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 Allentown area based on diners' reviews on Yelp as of February 2025. Restaurants tagged as "desserts" on Yelp within a 10-kilometer radius of Allentown 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!
#21. 2 Brothers Pizzeria and Restaurant
- Rating: 3.5/5 (26 reviews)
- Address: 5757 Rte 145 Laurys Station, Pennsylvania
- Categories: Pizza, American, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#20. Borderline Restaurant
- Rating: 3.7/5 (84 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2100 West Union Blvd. Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
- Categories: Diners, Desserts, Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp
#19. Morty's Steaks
- Rating: 4.0/5 (26 reviews)
- Address: 332 Main St. Emmaus, Pennsylvania
- Categories: Cheesesteaks, Hot Dogs, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#18. Red Lobster
- Rating: 2.8/5 (106 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 800 Lehigh Lifestyle Center Whitehall, Pennsylvania
- Categories: Seafood, American, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#17. The Wilbur Mansion
- Rating: 3.4/5 (33 reviews)
- Address: 201 Cherokee St. Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
- Categories: Desserts, Venues & Event Spaces, Cocktail Bars
- Read more on Yelp
#16. The Brick
- Rating: 3.5/5 (130 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1 West Broad St. Ste 101 Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#15. The Cheesecake Factory
- Rating: 3.6/5 (72 reviews)
- Address: 802 Lehigh Lifestyle Center Lehigh Valley Mall Whitehall, Pennsylvania
- Categories: Desserts, American
- Read more on Yelp
#14. Louie's Bakery
- Rating: 3.7/5 (42 reviews)
- Price level: $$$
- Address: 4033 Chestnut St. Emmaus, Pennsylvania
- Categories: Bakeries, Custom Cakes, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#13. Nawab Indian Restaurant
- Rating: 3.8/5 (142 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 13 East 4th St. Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
- Categories: Indian, Desserts, Buffets
- Read more on Yelp
#12. Mis Raices Columbian Restaurant & Bakery
- Rating: 4.0/5 (22 reviews)
- Address: 2915 Schoenersville Road Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
- Categories: Colombian, Bakeries, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#11. Biryani City - Allentown
- Rating: 4.0/5 (254 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1894 Catasauqua Road Allentown, Pennsylvania
- Categories: Indian, Seafood, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#10. Jumbars
- Rating: 4.0/5 (183 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1342 Chelsea Ave. Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
- Categories: Desserts, Coffee & Tea, Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp
#9. La Dolce Vita Italian Bakery
- Rating: 4.0/5 (79 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5531 Hamilton Blvd. Allentown, Pennsylvania
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, Coffee & Tea
- Read more on Yelp
#8. The Hotel B Ice Cream Parlor
- Rating: 4.0/5 (33 reviews)
- Address: 437 Main St. Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
- Categories: Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#7. Ninja Ramen
- Rating: 4.0/5 (43 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3112 Tilghman St. Allentown, Pennsylvania
- Categories: Ramen, Asian Fusion, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#6. Sewards Steak Shop
- Rating: 4.2/5 (43 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 202 South 17th St. Allentown, Pennsylvania
- Categories: Cheesesteaks, Burgers, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#5. Nowhere Coffee
- Rating: 4.3/5 (38 reviews)
- Address: 3127 West Tilghman St. Allentown, Pennsylvania
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Desserts, Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp
#4. Kinya Ramen
- Rating: 4.4/5 (31 reviews)
- Address: 925 Airport Center Drive Allentown, Pennsylvania
- Categories: Desserts, Ramen, Cocktail Bars
- Read more on Yelp
#3. Affinito Pizza Parlor And Cafe
- Rating: 4.5/5 (40 reviews)
- Address: 1328 Chestnut St. Ste 108 Emmaus, Pennsylvania
- Categories: Italian, Pizza, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#2. Batch Microcreamery
- Rating: 4.5/5 (26 reviews)
- Address: 27 North 7th St. Ste 140 Bay 8 Allentown, Pennsylvania
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#1. Ayat
- Rating: 4.8/5 (54 reviews)
- Address: 1243 Tilghman St. Allentown, Pennsylvania
- Categories: Desserts, Middle Eastern
- 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.
