Highest-rated dessert shops in the Myrtle Beach area by diners
Highest-rated dessert shops in the Myrtle Beach 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 Myrtle Beach area based on diners' reviews on Yelp as of February 2025. Restaurants tagged as "desserts" on Yelp within a 10-kilometer radius of Myrtle Beach 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!
#14. Insomnia Cookies
- Rating: 3.2/5 (25 reviews)
- Address: 1177 Celebrity Cir Ste 435 Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
- Categories: Bakeries, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#13. NY Pizza Kitchen Bar&Grill
- Rating: 3.6/5 (49 reviews)
- Address: 2001 South Ocean Blvd. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
- Categories: Pizza, Desserts, Salad
- Read more on Yelp
#12. The Peach Cobbler Factory
- Rating: 3.6/5 (37 reviews)
- Address: 223 Fresh Drive Unit D Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
- Categories: Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#11. Wee-R-Sweetz
- Rating: 3.6/5 (25 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1203 Celebrity Cir Ste N154 Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
- Categories: Candy Stores, Desserts, Chocolatiers & Shops
- Read more on Yelp
#10. Ramando's
- Rating: 3.8/5 (252 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2001 North Kings Hwy Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
- Categories: Italian, Desserts, Seafood
- Read more on Yelp
#9. Margarita's
- Rating: 3.8/5 (321 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 9906 North Kings Hwy Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
- Categories: Mexican, Desserts, Soup
- Read more on Yelp
#8. Wee R Sweetz
- Rating: 4.0/5 (22 reviews)
- Price level: $$$
- Address: 4820 Hwy 17 South North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
- Categories: Desserts, Chocolatiers & Shops, Candy Stores
- Read more on Yelp
#7. Crumbl - Myrtle Beach
- Rating: 4.1/5 (26 reviews)
- Address: 106 Sayebrook Pkwy Ste 5 Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#6. The Crazy Mason
- Rating: 4.1/5 (263 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2461 Coastal Grand Cir Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
- Categories: Desserts, Coffee & Tea, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
- Read more on Yelp
#5. Sweet Ice
- Rating: 4.2/5 (63 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1943B Mr Joe White Ave. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Bubble Tea, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#4. Cantina Imperfecto
- Rating: 4.3/5 (73 reviews)
- Address: 950 Cipriana Drive Ste B8 Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
- Categories: Desserts, Mexican, Cocktail Bars
- Read more on Yelp
#3. Tu Taco
- Rating: 4.5/5 (121 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1343 North Kings Hwy Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
- Categories: Mexican, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#2. You Eat I Bake
- Rating: 4.8/5 (32 reviews)
- Address: 2834-A Howard Ave. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
- Categories: Bakeries, Cupcakes, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#1. Birchin Lane Coffee Company
- Rating: 4.9/5 (66 reviews)
- Address: 9620 North Kings Hwy Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Coffee Roasteries, 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.
