Highest-rated Dessert Shops in the El Paso Area by Diners

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Highest-rated dessert shops in the El Paso area by diners

There's no denying that Americans have a sweet tooth—nearly 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 El Paso area based on diners' reviews on as of February 2025. Restaurants tagged as "desserts" on Yelp within a 10-kilometer radius of El Paso 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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#21. Cunado's Restaurant

- Rating: 3.7/5 (39 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 8030 Gateway East Blvd. El Paso, Texas
- Categories: Mexican, Desserts, Salad
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#20. Rudy's "Country Store" and Bar-B-Q

- Rating: 4.0/5 (320 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7970 Gateway East Blvd. El Paso, Texas
- Categories: Tacos, Sandwiches, Desserts
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#19. Love Pho

- Rating: 4.2/5 (56 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6513 North Mesa St. Ste A El Paso, Texas
- Categories: Vietnamese, Desserts
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#18. Great American Cookies

- Rating: 2.7/5 (73 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1345 George Dieter Drive Ste D El Paso, Texas
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts
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#17. Hana Banana

- Rating: 3.0/5 (35 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 8889 Gateway West Blvd. Ste 2912 El Paso, Texas
- Categories: Desserts, Coffee & Tea, Juice Bars & Smoothies
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#16. Butter Smith

- Rating: 3.1/5 (86 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 4757 Hondo Pass Drive El Paso, Texas
- Categories: American, Breakfast & Brunch, Desserts
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#15. Cerveceria 19

- Rating: 3.1/5 (23 reviews)
- Address: 1441 North Zaragoza Road El Paso, Texas
- Categories: Bars, Desserts, Tacos
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#14. Valentine's Bakery

- Rating: 3.3/5 (35 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 530 South Yarbrough Drive El Paso, Texas
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts
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#13. Insomnia Cookies

- Rating: 3.4/5 (55 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2500 North Mesa St. Ste B1 El Paso, Texas
- Categories: Desserts, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Food Delivery Services
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#12. Nothing Bundt Cakes

- Rating: 3.6/5 (130 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 8889 Gateway Blvd. West Bldg AU4, Ste 200 El Paso, Texas
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, Cupcakes
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#11. Craze

- Rating: 3.8/5 (30 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1327 George Dieter Drive El Paso, Texas
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts
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#10. 1700 Degrees Steakhouse

- Rating: 3.8/5 (55 reviews)
- Address: 10 Henry Trost Court El Paso, Texas
- Categories: Steakhouses, Desserts, Cocktail Bars
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#9. Grimaldi's Pizzeria

- Rating: 3.9/5 (413 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 8889 Gateway Blvd. West Ste 1200 El Paso, Texas
- Categories: Pizza, Desserts, Beer, Wine & Spirits
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#8. Salt + Honey Bakery Café

- Rating: 4.0/5 (555 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1125 Texas Ave. El Paso, Texas
- Categories: Desserts, Coffee & Tea, Breakfast & Brunch
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#7. Orange Peel Pastries, Cakes & More

- Rating: 4.1/5 (23 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: El Paso, Texas
- Categories: Desserts, Custom Cakes
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#6. Barrio Eats & Drinks

- Rating: 4.2/5 (72 reviews)
- Address: 502 North Oregon St. Ste A El Paso, Texas
- Categories: Mexican, Desserts, American
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#5. Menchie's

- Rating: 4.3/5 (38 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 655 Sunland Park Drive Ste L6 El Paso, Texas
- Categories: Desserts, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Custom Cakes
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#4. Boba Mi Amor

- Rating: 4.3/5 (23 reviews)
- Address: 7226 North Mesa St. El Paso, Texas
- Categories: Bubble Tea, Desserts, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
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#3. Social Ice

- Rating: 4.7/5 (58 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2100 Wedgewood El Paso, Texas
- Categories: Desserts, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Food Trucks
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