Highest-rated dessert shops in the Colorado Springs area by diners
Highest-rated dessert shops in the Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs area based on diners' reviews on as of February 2025. Restaurants tagged as "desserts" on Yelp within a 10-kilometer radius of Colorado Springs 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. Awi Sushi
- Rating: 4.1/5 (49 reviews)
- Address: 5070 North Nevada Ave. Unit 110 Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Sushi Bars, Desserts, Salad
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#29. Lee's Sandwiches
- Rating: 4.1/5 (58 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5660 Barnes Road Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Desserts, Breakfast & Brunch, Sandwiches
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#28. Thai Guy
- Rating: 4.3/5 (97 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 6821 Space Village Ave. Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Thai, Desserts, Noodles
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#27. Sofia's Antojitos 2
- Rating: 4.4/5 (34 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4037 Tutt Blvd. Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Tacos, Desserts, Ramen
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#26. YoYogurt
- Rating: 3.4/5 (77 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5885 Stetson Hills Blvd. Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts, Gelato
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#25. Little London Cake Shoppe
- Rating: 3.5/5 (69 reviews)
- Price level: $$$
- Address: 3307 North Academy Blvd. Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Custom Cakes, Cupcakes, Desserts
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#24. Crumbl - Colorado Springs
- Rating: 3.6/5 (139 reviews)
- Address: 5102 North Nevada Ave. Ste 120 Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts
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#23. K Bop Korean Fusion Cafe
- Rating: 3.6/5 (149 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3733 Bloomington St. Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Korean, Desserts, Coffee & Tea
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#22. Smallcakes A Cupcakery
- Rating: 3.8/5 (101 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7335 North Academy Blvd. Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Cupcakes, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts
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#21. Evergreen Restaurant
- Rating: 3.8/5 (29 reviews)
- Address: 830 North Tejon St. Ste 110 Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, Modern European, Desserts
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#20. Totally Nuts & Company
- Rating: 3.9/5 (34 reviews)
- Address: 919 Manitou Ave. Manitou Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Desserts, Creperies
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#19. Peppertree Restaurant
- Rating: 4.0/5 (220 reviews)
- Price level: $$$$
- Address: 888 West Moreno Ave. Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Steakhouses, Desserts
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#18. Paravicini's Italian Bistro
- Rating: 4.1/5 (1131 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2802 West Colorado Ave. Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Italian, Desserts, Cocktail Bars
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#17. Nothing Bundt Cakes
- Rating: 4.1/5 (49 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5925 Dublin Blvd. Ste 170 Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Desserts, Bakeries, Cupcakes
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#16. Frozen Gold
- Rating: 4.1/5 (175 reviews)
- Address: 528 South Tejon St. Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Desserts, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
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#15. Luna Market
- Rating: 4.1/5 (118 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 280 South Academy Blvd. Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Desserts, Grocery, Mexican
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#14. Spring Rollin'
- Rating: 4.1/5 (23 reviews)
- Address: 600 South 21st St. Unit 150 Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Desserts, Vietnamese, Noodles
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#13. Till Neighborhood Bistro & Bar
- Rating: 4.2/5 (54 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 616 South Tejon St. Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Desserts, New American, Cocktail Bars
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#12. Nothing Bundt Cakes
- Rating: 4.3/5 (116 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5086 North Nevada Ste 120 Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, Cupcakes
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#11. Boonzaaijer's Dutch Bakery
- Rating: 4.3/5 (275 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 610 East Fillmore St. Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, Custom Cakes
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#10. Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard
- Rating: 4.3/5 (85 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 7866 North Academy Blvd. Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Shaved Ice, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts
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#9. Sasquatch Cookies
- Rating: 4.3/5 (97 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1020 East Jefferson St. Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Desserts
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#8. Paleteria Arcoiris
- Rating: 4.3/5 (35 reviews)
- Address: 2483 South Academy Blvd. Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts
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#7. The Sugarplum Cake Shoppe
- Rating: 4.4/5 (101 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 412 South 8th St. Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, Custom Cakes
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#6. Penrose Room
- Rating: 4.4/5 (85 reviews)
- Price level: $$$$
- Address: 1 Lake Cir The Broadmoor Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Modern European, Desserts, Lounges
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#5. Ephemera
- Rating: 4.4/5 (61 reviews)
- Address: 514 South Tejon St. Ste 250 Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Desserts, Wine Bars, New American
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#4. Bloom Ultra Lounge
- Rating: 4.5/5 (24 reviews)
- Address: 114 North Tejon St. Ste 20 Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Lounges, Desserts, Cocktail Bars
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#3. Colorado Custard Company
- Rating: 4.5/5 (121 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 906 Manitou Ave. Unit 100 Manitou Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts
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#2. The Chuckwagon 719
- Rating: 4.8/5 (43 reviews)
- Address: 6453 Omaha Blvd. Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Barbecue, Desserts, Caterers
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#1. Outside the Breadbox
- Rating: 4.9/5 (41 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2027 West Colorado Ave. Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, Pizza
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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.
