Highest-rated dessert shops in the Dallas area by diners
Highest-rated dessert shops in the Dallas 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 Dallas area based on diners' reviews on Yelp as of February 2025. Restaurants tagged as "desserts" on Yelp within a 10-kilometer radius of Dallas 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!
#30. Yumilicious
- Rating: 4.0/5 (331 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3800 McKinney Ave. Ste 160 Dallas, Texas
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts, Gelato
- Read more on Yelp
#29. Andy's Frozen Custard
- Rating: 4.0/5 (129 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 9655 Audelia Road Dallas, Texas
- Categories: Desserts, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
- Read more on Yelp
#28. SusieCakes - Dallas
- Rating: 4.0/5 (242 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6100 Luther Lane Dallas, Texas
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, Cupcakes
- Read more on Yelp
#27. Cinnaholic
- Rating: 4.0/5 (103 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5100 Belt Line Road Ste 532 Dallas, Texas
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, Vegan
- Read more on Yelp
#26. Son of a Butcher
- Rating: 4.2/5 (371 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2026 Greenville Ave. Dallas, Texas
- Categories: Burgers, American, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#25. Nothing Bundt Cakes
- Rating: 4.2/5 (178 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 10720 Preston Road Ste 1101 B Dallas, Texas
- Categories: Desserts, Bakeries, Cupcakes
- Read more on Yelp
#24. Via Triozzi
- Rating: 4.3/5 (101 reviews)
- Address: 1806 Greenville Ave. Dallas, Texas
- Categories: Italian, Desserts, Bars
- Read more on Yelp
#23. Bella Flan Richardson
- Rating: 4.9/5 (109 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 819 West Arapaho Road Ste 56 Richardson, Texas
- Categories: Desserts, Cuban, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp
#22. Cretia's Eatery & Bake Shoppe
- Rating: 4.0/5 (280 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 228 West Davis St. Dallas, Texas
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp
#21. Society Bakery
- Rating: 4.0/5 (466 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1926 Skillman St. Dallas, Texas
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, Cupcakes
- Read more on Yelp
#20. Nonna Restaurant
- Rating: 4.1/5 (359 reviews)
- Price level: $$$
- Address: 4115 Lomo Alto Drive Dallas, Texas
- Categories: Italian, Desserts, Cocktail Bars
- Read more on Yelp
#19. Cream And Crepes Cafe
- Rating: 4.1/5 (109 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 100 South Central Expy Ste 16A Richardson, Texas
- Categories: Desserts, Creperies, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
- Read more on Yelp
#18. 9 Rabbits Bakery
- Rating: 4.2/5 (563 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2546 Royal Lane Dallas, Texas
- Categories: Bakeries, Coffee & Tea, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#17. Milk & Cream
- Rating: 4.2/5 (801 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1929 Greenville Ave. Dallas, Texas
- Categories: Desserts, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
- Read more on Yelp
#16. Cinnaholic
- Rating: 4.3/5 (413 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 100 Central Expy Unit 15 Richardson, Texas
- Categories: Desserts, Vegan, Bakeries
- Read more on Yelp
#15. Emporium Pies
- Rating: 4.3/5 (1520 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 314 North Bishop Ave. Dallas, Texas
- Categories: Desserts, Bakeries
- Read more on Yelp
#14. Dude, Sweet Chocolate
- Rating: 4.3/5 (345 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 336 West Eighth St. Dallas, Texas
- Categories: Chocolatiers & Shops, Desserts, Gift Shops
- Read more on Yelp
#13. Humble: Simply Good Pies
- Rating: 4.4/5 (137 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 9014 Garland Road Dallas, Texas
- Categories: Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#12. Kate Weiser Chocolate - Trinity Groves
- Rating: 4.4/5 (305 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3011 Gulden Lane Ste 115 Dallas, Texas
- Categories: Desserts, Chocolatiers & Shops, Candy Stores
- Read more on Yelp
#11. Tiff's Treats
- Rating: 4.4/5 (244 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1001 Ross Ave. Ste 120 Dallas, Texas
- Categories: Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#10. Emporium Pies
- Rating: 4.4/5 (737 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2708 Main St. Dallas, Texas
- Categories: Desserts, Coffee & Tea
- Read more on Yelp
#9. rise soufflé - Dallas
- Rating: 4.4/5 (2010 reviews)
- Price level: $$$
- Address: 5360 West Lovers Lane Ste 220 Dallas, Texas
- Categories: French, Wine Bars, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#8. Reverie Bakeshop
- Rating: 4.4/5 (396 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 980 North Coit Road Ste 2850 Richardson, Texas
- Categories: Desserts, Vegan, Bakeries
- Read more on Yelp
#7. Howdy Homemade Ice Cream
- Rating: 4.5/5 (271 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 12300 Inwood Road Ste 200 Dallas, Texas
- Categories: Desserts, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
- Read more on Yelp
#6. Daisy Cakes
- Rating: 4.6/5 (102 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5200 Lemmon Ave. Ste 101 Dallas, Texas
- Categories: Patisserie/Cake Shop, Bakeries, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#5. Val's Cheesecakes
- Rating: 4.7/5 (223 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2820 Greenville Ave. Dallas, Texas
- Categories: Desserts
- Read more on Yelp
#4. Bigdash Ice Cream & Pastries
- Rating: 4.7/5 (642 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 888 South Greenville Ave. Ste 140 Richardson, Texas
- Categories: Desserts, Middle Eastern, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
- Read more on Yelp
#3. Kessler Baking Studio
- Rating: 4.7/5 (160 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1129 North Beckley Ave. Dallas, Texas
- Categories: Desserts, Bakeries, Food Delivery Services
- Read more on Yelp
#2. Cookie Society - Addison
- Rating: 4.7/5 (189 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5100 Beltline Road Ste 830 Addison, Texas
- Categories: Desserts, Bakeries
- Read more on Yelp
#1. Botolino Gelato Artigianale
- Rating: 4.8/5 (629 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2116 Greenville Ave. Dallas, Texas
- Categories: Gelato, Desserts, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
- 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.
