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Highest-rated dessert shops in the Providence area by diners

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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 Providence area based on diners' reviews on Yelp as of February 2025. Restaurants tagged as "desserts" on Yelp within a 10-kilometer radius of Providence 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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#30. Crumbl - Attleboro

- Rating: 3.7/5 (76 reviews)
- Address: 228 Washington St. Ste A-155 Attleboro, Massachusetts
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp

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#29. MidiCi Italian Kitchen

- Rating: 3.7/5 (152 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 75 Highland Ave. East Providence, Rhode Island
- Categories: Italian, Desserts, Bars
- Read more on Yelp

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#28. Axelrod's Fry Shack

- Rating: 3.7/5 (82 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1000 Sandy Lane Warwick, Rhode Island
- Categories: Desserts, New American, Burgers
- Read more on Yelp

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#27. Bar Lino Ristorante

- Rating: 4.0/5 (86 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1395 Atwood Ave. Johnston, Rhode Island
- Categories: Italian, Beer, Wine & Spirits, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp

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#25. Kinnera Indian Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5/5 (36 reviews)
- Address: 259 Front St. Lincoln, Rhode Island
- Categories: Indian, Desserts, Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp

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#24. Nick & Joan's Place

- Rating: 4.6/5 (67 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1633 Warwick Ave. Warwick, Rhode Island
- Categories: American, Desserts, Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp

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#23. Gregg's Restaurants

- Rating: 3.4/5 (225 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1359 Post Road Warwick, Rhode Island
- Categories: American, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp

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#22. Borrelli's Bakery

- Rating: 3.5/5 (27 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 805 Charles St. Providence, Rhode Island
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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#20. Don Jose Tequilas Resturant

- Rating: 3.6/5 (332 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 351 Atwells Ave. Providence, Rhode Island
- Categories: Mexican, Desserts, Bars
- Read more on Yelp

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#19. Cafeteria Frias

- Rating: 3.7/5 (29 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 989 Broad St. Providence, Rhode Island
- Categories: Desserts, Sandwiches, Juice Bars & Smoothies
- Read more on Yelp

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#18. Trattoria Romana

- Rating: 3.8/5 (450 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3 Wake Robin Road Ste 1 Lincoln, Rhode Island
- Categories: Italian, Desserts, Beer Bar
- Read more on Yelp

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#17. Scialo Bros. Bakery

- Rating: 3.9/5 (197 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 257 Atwells Ave. Providence, Rhode Island
- Categories: Bakeries, Custom Cakes, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp

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#15. Sarcastic Sweets

- Rating: 4.0/5 (23 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: Providence, Rhode Island
- Categories: Food Trucks, Cupcakes, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp

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#14. Chong Qing House

- Rating: 4.0/5 (119 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 188 Taunton Ave. Providence, Rhode Island
- Categories: Szechuan, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp

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#13. Sin

- Rating: 4.1/5 (191 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1413 Westminster St. Providence, Rhode Island
- Categories: Desserts, Custom Cakes, Coffee & Tea
- Read more on Yelp

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#12. Dyane's Sweet Tooth

- Rating: 4.2/5 (30 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 186 Mendon Road Cumberland, Rhode Island
- Categories: Bakeries, Candy Stores, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp

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#10. Red Door

- Rating: 4.5/5 (51 reviews)
- Address: 49 Peck St. Providence, Rhode Island
- Categories: Cocktail Bars, Desserts, Salad
- Read more on Yelp

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#9. Boba Lova

- Rating: 4.5/5 (39 reviews)
- Address: 1375 Park Ave. Cranston, Rhode Island
- Categories: Desserts, Bubble Tea, Donuts
- Read more on Yelp

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#8. Feed The Cheeks

- Rating: 4.5/5 (75 reviews)
- Address: 155 Hillside Road Cranston, Rhode Island
- Categories: Desserts
- Read more on Yelp

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#7. Pastiche Fine Desserts

- Rating: 4.5/5 (1393 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 92 Spruce St. Providence, Rhode Island
- Categories: Bakeries, Coffee & Tea, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp

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#5. Aleppo Sweets

- Rating: 4.6/5 (284 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 107 Ives St. Providence, Rhode Island
- Categories: Syrian, Desserts, Halal
- Read more on Yelp

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#4. Brasa Y Chifa

- Rating: 4.6/5 (45 reviews)
- Address: 712 Admiral St. Providence, Rhode Island
- Categories: Desserts, Peruvian, Asian Fusion
- Read more on Yelp

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#3. Awesome Sweets

- Rating: 4.8/5 (54 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 654 Central Ave. Pawtucket, Rhode Island
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp

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#2. Hangry Kitchen

- Rating: 4.8/5 (44 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 542 Pawtucket Ave. Pawtucket, Rhode Island
- Categories: Tapas/Small Plates, Desserts, Cocktail Bars
- Read more on Yelp

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