Highest-rated Dessert Shops in the Lubbock Area by Diners

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Highest-rated dessert shops in the Lubbock 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 Lubbock area based on diners' reviews on Yelp as of February 2025. Restaurants tagged as "desserts" on Yelp within a 10-kilometer radius of Lubbock 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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#16. Marble Slab Creamery

- Rating: 2.7/5 (34 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4210 82nd St. Ste 204 Lubbock, Texas
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp

#15. The Cheesecake Factory

- Rating: 2.7/5 (282 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6014 Slide Road Lubbock, Texas
- Categories: Desserts, American
- Read more on Yelp

#14. Insomnia Cookies

- Rating: 2.9/5 (92 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1301 University Ave. Lubbock, Texas
- Categories: Desserts, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Bakeries
- Read more on Yelp

#13. Sugarbakers Cafe & Bakery

- Rating: 3.1/5 (54 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4601 South Lp 289 Ste 1 Lubbock, Texas
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, New American
- Read more on Yelp

#12. Crumbl - Lubbock

- Rating: 3.2/5 (61 reviews)
- Address: 6076 Marsha Sharp Fwy Ste 450 Lubbock, Texas
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp

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#11. Big Chicken

- Rating: 3.3/5 (30 reviews)
- Address: 7411 Milwaukee Ave. Lubbock, Texas
- Categories: Desserts, Chicken Shop
- Read more on Yelp

#10. Fajita Pete's - Lubbock

- Rating: 3.5/5 (22 reviews)
- Address: 7604 Milwaukee Ave. Unit 100 Lubbock, Texas
- Categories: Mexican, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp

#9. Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers

- Rating: 3.5/5 (52 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 7732 Milwaukee Ave. Lubbock, Texas
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Burgers, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp

#8. Rusty Taco

- Rating: 3.9/5 (27 reviews)
- Address: 6030 Marsha Sharp Fwy Ste 200 Lubbock, Texas
- Categories: Tacos, Desserts, Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp

#7. Nothing Bundt Cakes

- Rating: 4.0/5 (45 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5217 98th St. Ste 300 Lubbock, Texas
- Categories: Desserts, Bakeries, Cupcakes
- Read more on Yelp

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#6. The Ruffled Cup - Lubbock

- Rating: 4.1/5 (59 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5109 82nd St. Ste 10 Lubbock, Texas
- Categories: Cupcakes, Desserts, Bakeries
- Read more on Yelp

#5. J's Creamery

- Rating: 4.3/5 (139 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5101 82nd St. Lubbock, Texas
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts, Juice Bars & Smoothies
- Read more on Yelp

#4. Bucket Of Love Southern Fried Chicken

- Rating: 4.4/5 (77 reviews)
- Address: 6012 82nd St. Ste East Lubbock, Texas
- Categories: Southern, Chicken Shop, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp

#3. Evie Mae's Pit Barbecue

- Rating: 4.5/5 (342 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 217 US Hwy 62 Wolfforth, Texas
- Categories: Barbecue, Desserts, Gluten-Free
- Read more on Yelp