Highest-rated dessert shops in the Bakersfield area by diners
Highest-rated dessert shops in the Bakersfield area by diners
There's no denying that Americans have a sweet tooth鈥攏early 41% say they , according to a November 2024 YouGov survey.
One of the most popular desserts to dig into is ice cream. An 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, 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 of the early 2000s thanks to bakeries like Magnolia, Sprinkles, and Crumbs, to the self-serve 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, , 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, compiled a list of the highest-rated dessert shops in the Bakersfield area based on diners' reviews on as of February 2025. Restaurants tagged as "desserts" on Yelp within a 10-kilometer radius of Bakersfield 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. Crumbl - Gosford Village
- Rating: 3.1/5 (59 reviews)
- Address: 5649 Gosford Road Ste 200 Bakersfield, California
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts
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#29. Jimmy Johns Sandwiches
- Rating: 3.5/5 (24 reviews)
- Address: 9827 Panama Lane Ste 200 Bakersfield, California
- Categories: Sandwiches, Desserts, Wraps
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#28. Los Molcajetes
- Rating: 3.5/5 (443 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2500 Brundage Lane Bakersfield, California
- Categories: Mexican, Desserts, Seafood
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#27. Dewar's Candy Shop
- Rating: 3.9/5 (390 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2700 Calloway Drive Bakersfield, California
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts
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#26. Happy Jacks Hamburger & Pie Shop
- Rating: 3.9/5 (256 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1800 20th St. Bakersfield, California
- Categories: Burgers, Desserts
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#25. Sweet Bites N Ice
- Rating: 3.9/5 (38 reviews)
- Address: 920 California Ave. Bakersfield, California
- Categories: Desserts, Creperies, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
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#24. Creamistry
- Rating: 3.9/5 (417 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3900 California Ave. Ste 200 Bakersfield, California
- Categories: Desserts, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
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#23. Crumbl - Bakersfield
- Rating: 3.9/5 (374 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 10530 Stockdale Hwy Ste Q100 Bakersfield, California
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts
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#22. Handel's Homemade Ice Cream
- Rating: 3.9/5 (114 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 10530 Stockdale Hwy Bakersfield, California
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts
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#21. Devil & Angel Desserts
- Rating: 4.0/5 (32 reviews)
- Address: 2701 Ming Ave. Bakersfield, California
- Categories: Desserts, Bubble Tea
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#20. Bread & Honey
- Rating: 4.1/5 (245 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6314 Ashe Road Ste 400 Bakersfield, California
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, Breakfast & Brunch
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#19. Sugar Twist Bakery
- Rating: 4.1/5 (397 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 9500 Brimhall Road Ste 507 Bakersfield, California
- Categories: Donuts, Bakeries, Desserts
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#18. Ocha Thai Restaurant
- Rating: 4.2/5 (238 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2501 White Lane Ste D Bakersfield, California
- Categories: Thai, Desserts, Salad
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#17. O Ramen
- Rating: 4.2/5 (727 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5139 Ming Ave. Bakersfield, California
- Categories: Ramen, Noodles, Desserts
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#16. Nothing Bundt Cakes
- Rating: 4.3/5 (327 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 600 Coffee Road Ste South & T Bakersfield, California
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, Cupcakes
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#15. Sweet Bites N Ice
- Rating: 4.3/5 (196 reviews)
- Address: 4647 White Lane Bakersfield, California
- Categories: Desserts, Creperies, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
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#14. Cafe Tori
- Rating: 4.4/5 (190 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5440 Stockdale Hwy Bakersfield, California
- Categories: Desserts, Bubble Tea, Acai Bowls
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#13. Stockdale Donuts
- Rating: 4.5/5 (22 reviews)
- Address: 5625 California Ave. Ste 300 Bakersfield, California
- Categories: Donuts, Desserts
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#12. Red Ribbon Bakeshop
- Rating: 4.5/5 (43 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5624 Stockdale Hwy Bakersfield, California
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, Patisserie/Cake Shop
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#11. Suga Shack
- Rating: 4.5/5 (49 reviews)
- Address: 7695 White Lane Bakersfield, California
- Categories: Desserts, Coffee & Tea, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
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#10. Summit Coffee
- Rating: 4.5/5 (55 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7100 Auburn St. Bakersfield, California
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Bakeries, Desserts
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#9. Mokha Cafe
- Rating: 4.6/5 (120 reviews)
- Address: 600 Coffee Road Ste H Bakersfield, California
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Desserts
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#8. Frutas Guadalajara
- Rating: 4.6/5 (76 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5772 Stine Road Bakersfield, California
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts
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#7. Warm & Toasty Mini Donuts & Funnel Cakes
- Rating: 4.6/5 (24 reviews)
- Address: 1801 White Lane Bakersfield, California
- Categories: Desserts, Food Trucks
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#6. K Pocha & Restaurant
- Rating: 4.7/5 (80 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6401 White Lane Ste 101 Bakersfield, California
- Categories: Korean, Desserts, Seafood
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#5. Baked Bake Shop
- Rating: 4.7/5 (69 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3401 Pacheco Road Ste K Bakersfield, California
- Categories: Desserts, Bakeries
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#4. That Smash Stack
- Rating: 4.8/5 (20 reviews)
- Address: 9701 Rosedale Hwy Bakersfield, California
- Categories: Burgers, Food Trucks, Desserts
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#3. Ahi Sushi
- Rating: 4.8/5 (326 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2665 Calloway Drive Ste 212 Bakersfield, California
- Categories: Sushi Bars, Japanese, Desserts
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#2. GhilaDolci Bakery
- Rating: 4.9/5 (166 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2002 19th St. Bakersfield, California
- Categories: Desserts, Custom Cakes, Cupcakes
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#1. Sweet Fix Creamery
- Rating: 4.9/5 (105 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 8200 Stockdale Hwy Ste B-4 Bakersfield, California
- Categories: Desserts, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
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This story features data reporting by Wade Zhou, writing by Cynthia Rebolledo, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 241 metros.
