Highest-rated dessert shops in the Akron area by diners

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February 19, 2025
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Highest-rated dessert shops in the Akron 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 Akron area based on diners' reviews on as of February 2025. Restaurants tagged as "desserts" on Yelp within a 10-kilometer radius of Akron 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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#17. Spaghetti Warehouse

- Rating: 2.5/5 (201 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 510 South Main St. Bldg 33 Akron, Ohio
- Categories: Italian, Desserts, Cocktail Bars
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#16. Insomnia Cookies

- Rating: 3.4/5 (55 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 367 South Main St. Akron, Ohio
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts, Food Delivery Services
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#15. West Side Bakery

- Rating: 3.8/5 (94 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2303 West Market St. Akron, Ohio
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, Custom Cakes
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#14. Marques

- Rating: 3.8/5 (41 reviews)
- Address: 1201 East Market St. Ste 102 Akron, Ohio
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, Desserts, American
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#13. Spicy Sombreros

- Rating: 4.0/5 (42 reviews)
- Address: 4976 Darrow Road Stow, Ohio
- Categories: Mexican, Bars, Desserts
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#12. LA Soul

- Rating: 4.0/5 (75 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1001 East Tallmadge Ave. Akron, Ohio
- Categories: Soul Food, Desserts, Sandwiches
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#11. Pav's Creamery

- Rating: 4.1/5 (49 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3769 Manchester Road Akron, Ohio
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts
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#10. Big Eu'es BBQ

- Rating: 4.3/5 (134 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1730 Portage Trl Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio
- Categories: Barbecue, Desserts
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#9. Sweet Mary's Bakery

- Rating: 4.3/5 (69 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 76 East Mill St. Akron, Ohio
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, Macarons
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#8. Fat T's Cookies

- Rating: 4.4/5 (30 reviews)
- Price level: $$$
- Address: 21 Furnace St. Northside Marketplace Akron, Ohio
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts
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#7. Good Company Akron

- Rating: 4.5/5 (29 reviews)
- Address: 60 South Maple Akron, Ohio
- Categories: Desserts, Chicken Wings, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
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#6. Alejandro's Amigos Taqueria

- Rating: 4.6/5 (75 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 4147 Bridgewater Pkwy Stow, Ohio
- Categories: Mexican, Desserts, Vegetarian
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#5. Skoops Ice Cream

- Rating: 4.6/5 (40 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 438 5th St. Northeast Barberton, Ohio
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts, Hot Dogs
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#4. Diamond Deli

- Rating: 4.7/5 (309 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 378 South Main St. Akron, Ohio
- Categories: Delis, Desserts, Sandwiches
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#3. Breads of Fairlawn

- Rating: 4.8/5 (25 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3067 West Market St. Fairlawn, Ohio
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts
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#2. Porchlight Coffee Co

- Rating: 4.8/5 (28 reviews)
- Address: 798 Grant St. Akron, Ohio
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Bakeries, Desserts
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#1. Paleteria La Fresa Mexican Ice Cream

- Rating: 4.8/5 (53 reviews)
- Address: 447 Darrow Road Akron, Ohio
- Categories: Desserts, Mexican, 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.

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