Best dessert shops in Phoenix: find options near you

Such a wonderful hidden gem! This came recommended by a friend after we were in the area and wanted ice cream after dinner. Staff was very friendly and kindly explained the menu to us. They have 12 ice cream flavors, and rotate the bottom 4 flavors of their list. I got the dough melt with Matcha Ice cream…it was heavenly. Ambiance was nice, plenty of seating and perfect way to end our Friday Date Night. Highly recommend, will be back!

Super cute location! They’re open until 1am!!! Cashier was super patient with us, it was our first time, he let us sample a few different ice cream flavors. Our favorite was strawberry and chocolate, dulce de leche was great too. We got the ice cream sandwich (dough melt) it was amaziiiiing! Great experience thanks Novel!

Got the pistachio ice cream stuffed donut and the peanut butter one scoop. Both worth it very delicious and full of flavor. Please try the donut stuffed ice cream it’s what makes them popular!

Not much parking and parking area is very dark at night. Their specialty here is an ice cream stuffed glazed donut. They had a wide variety of ice cream and many different toppings that you can add. This is a cool dessert spot!

my girlfriend and i are long time fans of novel, were patiently waiting for the location in old town peoria to open up but we do not mind the drive downtown just for them! my usual is a double scoop cone with cookie monster on the bottom and peanut butter wasted on the top (so delicious but the dulce de leche is 🔥) and i know that the cookie monster leaves blue all over your mouth, which i have no problem with, it’s like a medal 🥇, but the cashier last night actually warned me about the coloring leaving stains i was like wowww thank you for telling me no one has ever said that before lol. the staff is always friendly and the owner, Shawn, is very respectable and appreciative of his customers. Great business, i’ll continue to support them becuase of it

Don’t skip this ice cream parlor. It has a cute sitting area in the back well prepared with misters. I tried the sweet cream with strawberries, strawberry sundae, cookie dough mint, and a peanut butter flavor. Every single one was unforgettable. The sweet cream is my favorite. Smooth, simple, firm but creamy and not overly sweet.

Stopped by Churn and had a great experience! The girls working were so kind, welcoming, and made the experience even better. The ice cream was fresh, delicious, and you can tell it was made with care. Great customer service and even better ice cream—I’ll definitely be back! Thank you Kam, Macy, and Ava🤍

Ice cream was pretty good and their cookies were pretty bad. We got a snickerdoodle and vanilla ice cream sandwich along with a chocolate cookie (pretty it was chocolate chocolate chip) with cookies and cream ice cream. The vanilla ice cream smacks! The oreo ice cream did have a generous portion of oreos and also was pretty good. If you like plain ice creams with other items you want added to said plane ice cream, you may like even better than me. I do prefer my cookies and cream with the cookies mixed into the frozen ice cream so they are frozen as well. I am not so much of a fan of the marble slab and cold stones type places that add the toppers to the plain ice cream. Staff was great! Why were the cookies terrible you might ask? Well its because I absolutely hate hard cookies. My perfect cookie is soft and semi gooey in the middle. The poor choice of using hard cookies got this place two stars deducted and guarantees I will never be a customer their again. Ice cream was good but a lot of places around the way that serve better ice cream. If you dig harder cookies check this spot out. I do also want to point out their cookies did have great flavor but terrible texture, you know being like a brick and all.

If I could give zero stars I would. Just drove to pick-up some Goat-Cheese flavored ice-cream that comes out only once a year on July 1st. Get there, server proceeds to tell me they don’t have it available yet because they haven’t gotten rid of other flavors? Huh?? Only have so much space in their fridge?? What’s the point of telling your customers a specific flavor is only available once a year starting on a specific date, and then not have it available on that specific date?? And, what’s the point of listing that specific flavor as currently being available on their website on July 1st … again, if they don’t have it?? Thanks for completely wasting my time. I have nothing else better to do than drive to their store on my lunch break from work for no apparent reason. Not only did they lose out on the 2 quarts of GC I was going to purchase, but the add’l 2 pints of Vanilla & Chocolate I was going to buy. Eh, what’s the big deal … they are making money hand over fist. What’s another $60 in their pockets? Trust me, you’ll lose more than that if you keep up these shenanigans. Good luck!

ava is so sweet and so kind when serving me and my best friend. that each time we go in, we have a better and more unforgettable experience than the previous ones. not only does she take good care of me and my best friend, but while waiting in line i always notice how well she treats other customers. i cannot recommend this place enough! amazing service, amazing ice cream, and overall amazing times! thank you ava!!

I absolutely loved Nami!!! Everything we got was SO good. I tried the iced matcha, the vanilla sprinkle donut, the strawberry matcha donut, and the bacon egg & cheese foldie. Seriously delicious across the board. And the best part? It’s ALL vegan!! They have so many options that it was hard to choose, and everything felt creative and thoughtfully made instead of just “vegan substitutes.” The space itself is super cute and has such a fun vibe. I especially loved all the little art pieces for sale on the walls. It makes the whole place feel really cozy and artsy. Definitely one of our favorite food stops in Phoenix and somewhere I’d absolutely come back to!

Great vegan food with friendly staff. There are lot of options to choose from in the menu. Tried their spring bloom matcha latte and OJ very fresh and unique. Burritos are great and will be a hearty meal. Would love to try the ice creams next time.

Stumbled on this spot just by driving by and spotting a big “VEGAN” sign — immediate U-turn energy 😄 NAMI Bakery is such a hidden gem. It’s a little tucked away (we actually thought we were at the wrong building at first), but once you find it… wow. A fully vegan bakery/café with so many fun, hard-to-find treats. Think vegan donuts, dreamy bagels with herby cream cheeses, cozy coffee + teas, and those nostalgic dessert moments — like McFlurry/Blizzard-style creations and even root beer floats (!!). They’ve got a mix of indulgent and feel-good options, which I love. The space is small but super cute, with a few cozy spots inside and little seating areas front + back. Total neighborhood gem vibes. Service was warm, everything felt thoughtfully made, and my husband and I were already planning our next visit before we left. So good. So worth finding.

Stopped in to try a sampling of their vegan baked goods while in town for work. Tried the French toast doughnut (absolutely perfect and exceptionally delicious, no notes…and I’m a vegan doughnut snob!), a classic chocolate chip cookie, an oatmeal cream pie, and the “hunk” bar (which the woman working the counter likened to the flavors of a Samoa cookie…shortbread, caramel, coconut and chocolate.) Really impressed with what this long-standing vegan establishment in Phoenix creates. Friendly service. Cozy and clean cafe environment. Clearly pride in everything they’re making. Thank you for giving me my vegan treat fix-something that is very hard for me to get close to home in Utah.

Decided to stop their on our way to the airport We wanted to try something different. I am really glad we did. Really? A cool little place the desserts we tried. 4 of them were absolutely fantastic. We had a hot coffee, a nice coffee caramel. Macchiados, and they were absolutely tasty. We agreed we will go back sometime for breakfast. Definitely a good place to stop. And enjoy a coffee and a dessert. Will post when I go have breakfast? The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable.

HIGHLY RECOMMEND! My job needed a last minute cupcake order for 100 people. I placed the order at 1:17am. I honestly thought they were going to laugh and cancel the order. I asked for 10:30am pick up. I arrived a little early and the order was already complete. The staff was sooooooo nice.Tgey even helped me take the order to my car. The hummingbird cupcake was Amazing and I had to get an order of the oatmeal raisin almond cookies to go. DEFINITELY check them out. You won’t be disappointed. We GREATLY APPRECIATE you all! 🫶🏽

Really tasty cupcakes! Expertly flavored and moist. The chocolate, carrot, and seasonal bananas foster flavors are all outstanding. The namesake cookies are also good (especially the snickerdoodle), but honestly, go for the cupcakes if you have to choose.

I had a fantastic experience at this bakery. The moment I walked in, I noticed how clean, bright, and inviting the shop was. The staff were cheerful, polite, and genuinely friendly, making the visit even more enjoyable. Their pastries were fresh, soft, and packed with flavor, offering unique combinations that you don’t usually find elsewhere. It’s clear they use quality ingredients and take pride in every item they bake. Everything I tried exceeded my expectations, and I’ll definitely be recommending this bakery to friends and family!

Showed up an hour early to pick up my order and it was no problem. Greeted with nothing but smiles and positive energy. We even added more cupcakes for the road home, so glad we stopped in. The peach and coffee cupcake…chefs kiss🖤🖤 this is now a must everytime we come into town. Thank you!!

I went in for one cookie and walked out with eight. This place is a trap for anyone who claims they have self-control. The cookies smelled incredible, and the caramel chocolate one was warm enough to make the chocolate slightly gooey. I ate three before reaching home. Absolutely worth it. then my daughter loves it too! she actually requested again LOL

Ok I’m not trying to be rude and take cheap shots for the sake of a review…but I don’t get it? I don’t get the praise and stars for this place? We went to Sweet Republic after dinner for a pallet cleanser and saw the reviews and stars and was excited to drop by. It seems that the selection is pretty diverse offering a nice selection of flavors that are “off the beaten path” such as crème brûlée, brown butter pecan, and salted caramel, along with normal ice cream staples. These were “fine” but not earth shattering. When we walked in there were three teens behind the counter and no welcome or really even acknowledgment of our existence other than we were in line. Despite the collection of flavors we seemed to annoy them and “put them out” asking to try some of the flavors. The truly disappointing part was the lack of generosity of the scoops. It is $4.50 for a single scoop and it is just that a scoop. One slide of the spoon and what ever fills the bowl of the spoon is what you get. So each scoop was a touch bigger than a golf ball. At the End of the Day, I don’t like comparing but I’m used to the Valleys selection of Handels franchises where they are generous with their scoops (they brag about it) and generous with their customer service and friendliness. No need to come back with better offerings near by!

Hands down one of the best ice cream spots in Phoenix! Sweet Republic has an incredible selection of flavors that are both unique and perfectly balanced—think rich chocolate, tangy citrus, and creative seasonal specials. The quality is next level, you can tell everything is made with care and the finest ingredients. The staff is friendly and happy to let you sample before committing. The vibe is cozy and inviting, perfect for a sweet treat after exploring Phoenix.

The store offers unique flavors of ice cream and sorbete, not too sweet and not too creamy. We tried the blueberry cobbler and the one with the almond brittle and caramel sauce. Both were delicious!

The perfect “Ice Cream Date” vibe. Friendly local atmosphere. The staff was extremely nice, happy to see us and willing to assist! They were playing some cool grooves tunes that kept it fun, and the line was moving fast. Perfect for kids and a date night. They make custom shakes also. A+ definitely swing by this joint!

All I can say is YUMMY 😋! Ice cream is a smooth, silky texture. Flavors were all great as you can give them a taste test to make sure you will love the flavor. Service was greatvat this little cute ice local cream shop in my neighborhood. There is so much to choose from. I will be back to try more, especially those 🍪. You gotta try it. Price point is the normal homemade 🍦 shop.

Great selection of Cheesecakes. Employees were kind and knowledgable about every cake. We ended up getting the strawberry shortcake, banana cream, and chocolate. The taste was absolutely amazing. You really get the cheesecake flavor and it wasn’t too sweet. I would highly recommend! The star of the show is the banana cream cheesecake!

Always enjoy coming here whenever I come to Phoenix. Discovered this place by accident just driving around and saw the cheesecake sign because I make cheesecake myself for my business. This place is bomb! Delicious, creamy and a variety of flavors which I like. Service is awesome and its so clean inside. I’ll always come back here.

I came here for the first time and had such a great experience. The service was amazing, the girl who helped me was super friendly & welcoming. On top of that, the cakes were absolutely delicious, fresh and full of flavor. You can really tell they put care into what they do. I highly recommend this place to everyone. If you love great cake and wonderful service, you definitely need to come try it!

I continue to come to this shop because they truly live up to having delicious cheesecakes. The cheesecakes are always creamy, flavorful, and perfectly made. Even the crust is baked to perfection, which makes every bite even better. I recently tried the banana cheesecake, and it was amazing. You could definitely taste the banana flavor, and it wasn’t overpowering. Everything tasted fresh and well-balanced. On top of the great desserts, the customer service is always welcoming and friendly, which makes the experience even better. This is definitely one of my favorite places to get cheesecake, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a delicious treat.

First time trying them and I can say AMAZING cheesecake! Sad I didn’t find them earlier! Had the banana pudding and was 10/10. Not too sweet at all. Just right! So excited to be back and try every flavor! Open late too is a major plus especially being pregnant 😋

I absolutely love this place. It’s so laid back and old school. It makes me feel like I’m around 8,9,10 or even younger at a friend’s house. You know the friend that has all the cool stuff and his or her parents let’s them do whatever and have whatever they want but they still hate there parents for whatever reason. But I would definitely keep going plus the Ice cream is the best I’ve had in phx so far and it doesn’t leave my stomach hurting at all so both of my thumbs are up. Thank you guys and keep up the great work and I’ll be seeing y’all very soon.

Such a cool place—I absolutely loved it. The music matched the vibe perfectly and really set the mood as soon as you walk in. The whole space is full of random, creative elements, but somehow everything is put together in a really thoughtful and visually pleasing way. It honestly feels like stepping into a rave or some kind of immersive art space. The atmosphere is fun, energetic, and a little different from anything else around. The owner was super chill, friendly, and easy to talk to, which made the experience even better. And the ice cream was actually really good too—definitely worth trying. I would absolutely come back again.

We randomly found this place on Google while my daughter and I were on a daddy-daughter date night. We had grabbed burgers nearby, and she wanted ice cream, so we decided to give this place a try without knowing anything about it. From the moment we walked in, we loved the vibe. The colors, the lights, and all the random decorations on the walls made it such a fun and unique place. The ice cream was fantastic, and once we settled in and realized what the place was all about, we headed to the back and spent a couple of hours playing giant Jenga, giant Kerplunk, and just hanging out. The best part was how welcoming everyone was. My daughter ended up making friends with just about everyone there, which made the experience even more special. We’ll definitely be coming back with the rest of the kids. If you haven’t checked this place out yet, it’s absolutely worth a visit!

Hands down coolest ice cream shop I’ve ever been to. All the flavors are lactose sensitive and it’s some of the best ice cream I’ve ever had, genuinely. Biscoff flavor was insane. The vibes are immaculate, owners are super friendly, water bottles are free and there’s a sick lounge in the back. I will absolutely be back and this will be a stop with out of town guests. Can’t speak highly enough. Come check it out!!!

Wonderful ice cream flavors and wonderful employees! We came across this ice cream place while visiting from out of town and the vibes were incredible. Initially we were just stopping for a quick treat to beat the heat but instead we ended up hanging out in the back which my almost 5 year old daughter loved. She has severe HIE and cerebral palsy as well as a visual impairment and so the fun lights and decor were very appealing to her. It was not busy when we went so accessibility for my daughters wheelchairs wasn’t an issue but I could see how on a busier day accessibility would need some caution. Great place overall! Will visit again.

My friend suggested we come and try this location. 📍🗺️ It was such a wonderful surprise. 🤩✨ A lot of seating, clean, and fresh. 🪑🧼 The crepe options were great, and the coffee is so delicious. 🥞☕😋

Been here at least 5 times. Very nice calm homey feeling environment. The crepes are so yummy and so are the drinks. The machaca with potato is my favorite. But I’ve tried 6 different ones and myself and guests are satisfied. Interaction with a few staff members very kind and Natalie was so personable, she made it a point to introduce herself and make us feel welcomed. Very pleased. Keep up the great work! I appreciate the staff.

The specialty coffee was fantastic and the crepe was even better. But they could make it a bit more obvious that you need to grab silverware and napkins yourself. Unless that should be obvious when it’s an order at the counter and sit down situation …then my bad. The payment software doesn’t ask for a tip yet the minimal service deserves it cuz they were great.

First time here absolutely loved it. They have seating outside, big and roomy Inside plenty of places to sit. Great customer service, great menu, great atmosphere.Everything was good about this place. I love the strawberry banana smoothie,definitely coming back soon. thanks Colados

Let me not hold you, this place has some of the best drip coffee I’ve ever had. The coffee came out hot and fresh. Came for the coffee next time will be adventurous and try a crepe or two. There was a little bit of a wait but it’s worth it for the quality you are receiving.

I really wanted to try this place since I was staying downtown. It’s obviously known for its over the top shakes and sundaes and that definitely didn’t disappoint. But I would honestly say its only okay, its fun to grab one of their creations, but they basically turn into a huge mess. We tried the milk and cookies, smores, and oreo cookie creation. They really pivot to offering a pint jar souvenir, so much that there’s a dedicated washing station for it. They do offer free parking validation so thats nice. And they are about 10 minutes walking distance from the convention center. Fun to try out, but I feel I dont need to come back. The staff are great, but looked like they could use more workers helping out, the eating area was pretty dirty and no one cleaned.

Hands down amazing! This milk shake place is next level. Parking is a bit difficult to find and you’ll have to park in the garage next door, but it’s pretty worth it considering the experience! You get a milk shake (which is already amazing) and then they put a brownie ON TOP of your milk shake, which levels up the entire experience. This is a must-go-to dessert place!

Most reviews seem to hit this on the nose. I can say the appearance of them is way better then they actually are. Certainly wasn’t impressed across the board. Slow service was from the start. While I have some room due to knowing what they are actually making but that room was quickly filled and passed over. The taste was not even really mediocre in my opinion. The shake was runny and tasted more like I was drinking milk with the faintest little taste of mint. Overall not great. This location had a very long line with only 3 employees and all of them seemed to want to be anywhere else but here.

Location is not good if this is the only place you’re going to because your gonna pay for parking one way or the other. Your eyes are going to lie to your taste buds… everything is over the top. They use Blue Bell ice cream, which is good, but when you see the prices, you think about just heading to the store to get a gallon. Yes, this place is over the top expensive and all the extras you get really don’t taste great. I had the Oat Totally Dough Lishous and it was ok… the edible cookie dough isn’t anything spec and the cookie they garnish it with looks like a little Debbie’s cookie, but doesn’t taste as good. My daughter got the The Cereal Killer and that was better. My son got the Doughnut Touch My Coffee and Cream… the doughnut was middle of the road but the ice cream was good. None of us were fans of the whipped cream. Plan on a sugar rush… eat a solid savory meal a couple hours. None of us could finish and they felt bad because of how expensive it was. I told them not to worry about it. Probably best to share.

Great little ice cream spot in DT Phx. It has all kind of gimmicky options of ice cream and shakes to choose from. Me personally I like to sticking to classic treats. I do feel like the pricing is up there but I guess you pay for the experience. When busy service does tend to move a bit slow, so you might have to wait an extra couple of minutes. The ice cream is blue bell so being from Texas we know it’s good lol. Would say it’s worth it on hot day.

The food is delicious. The pastries are a work of art and super tasty. It’s busy for a reason. It will be worth the wait. I showed up and the line was almost out of the door/ took maybe 15 mins to place my order.

Chocolate raspberry croissant is my all time favorite. These baked goods are always my go to for a picnic or get together of some form. But the bakery itself is super cute too. Perfect for working or catching up with a friend. It gets busy on the weekends though. There are more parking in the back but still limited spots.

We’ve been coming here for years because the croissants are so good! We’ve always gotten a variety of them to take home but during our last visit we received some pretty unbelievable service. We were standing at the counter taking a look at the croissants and desserts & trying to narrow down what we wanted since we were planning on getting quite a few croissants for family. We must have been taking too long because the lady who was helping us full on rolled her eyes in front of us while we were finally placing our order. We were pretty shocked about the treatment but ignored it and finished placing our order. I want to give her the benefit of the doubt, maybe she was having an off day but it was still incredibly rude. Maybe it was because we came in about half an hour before they were going to close? But there were still other customers sitting around leisurely and there was no one behind us trying to order. All in all, the service was pretty disappointing since we’ve been coming here for so long.

I first discovered Essence when they were still in their original Tempe location, and I’ve been a regular ever since they moved to Indian School Road. The food is consistently excellent, and the pastries are every bit as good as those I enjoyed while visiting Paris. As a locally owned business, Essence is an important part of the community. It’s the kind of place where I almost always run into someone I know, which adds to its charm. My favorites are the seasonal omelets—they’re so light and fluffy they’re like little clouds on a plate. The specials are always worth considering, too. And no visit is complete without a croissant. Whether it’s a savory cheese croissant or a sweet passion fruit and chocolate creation, they’re all fantastic. My personal favorite is the pistachio croissant. Service can occasionally take a little longer than expected, but quality takes time, and the results are always worth the wait. If you’re looking for a neighborhood bakery and café that combines exceptional food, world-class pastries, and a welcoming community atmosphere, Essence is one of Phoenix’s gems.

Absolutely horrible, make sure to check your food carefully before leaving. I drove for an hour to come purchase many food items from this bakery. One of those items was the quiche Lorraine from their quick service area. When I got home I discovered both of the quiche’s had mold growing all over them due to the bakery not safely storing their refrigerated goods that were obviously left out over the weekend. This is a major health hazard and I may even report it to the health department. After I complained I was refunded but nothing was done to compensate for this issue. Essence Bakery did not offer to replace the food items or comp my bill as a properly managed food establishment should. I recommend finding another bakery to eat at if not, eat here your own risk for food poisoning.