Highest-rated Dessert Shops in the Seattle Area by Diners

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Highest-rated dessert shops in the Seattle 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 Seattle area based on diners' reviews on as of February 2025. Restaurants tagged as "desserts" on Yelp within a 10-kilometer radius of Seattle 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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#30. R&M Dessert Bar

- Rating: 4.3/5 (304 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 601 East Pike St. Seattle, Washington
- Categories: Desserts
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#29. Fainting Goat Gelato

- Rating: 4.3/5 (168 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 3415 Fremont Ave. North Ste A Seattle, Washington
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Gelato, Desserts
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#28. Don Lucho's Restaurant & Pisco Bar

- Rating: 4.4/5 (373 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 7919 Roosevelt Ave. Northeast Seattle, Washington
- Categories: Peruvian, Sandwiches, Desserts
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#27. Eden Hill Restaurant

- Rating: 4.4/5 (344 reviews)
- Price level: $$$$
- Address: 2209 Queen Anne Ave. North Seattle, Washington
- Categories: New American, Desserts, Cocktail Bars
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#26. Honore Patisserie and Espresso

- Rating: 4.4/5 (108 reviews)
- Address: 8056 Lake City Way Northeast Seattle, Washington
- Categories: Desserts, Coffee & Tea, Bakeries
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#25. Salt & Straw

- Rating: 4.6/5 (431 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5420 Ballard Ave. Northwest Seattle, Washington
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts
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#24. Nana's Green Tea

- Rating: 4.3/5 (1586 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1007 Stewart St. Ste 103 Seattle, Washington
- Categories: Japanese, Desserts, Cafes
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#23. Sugar Bakery & Coffeehouse

- Rating: 4.3/5 (390 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 110 Republican St. Seattle, Washington
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Bakeries, Desserts
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#22. One Bite Cafe

- Rating: 4.3/5 (102 reviews)
- Address: 1026 Northeast 65th St. A102 Seattle, Washington
- Categories: Desserts, Bubble Tea
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#21. Hiroki

- Rating: 4.4/5 (424 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2224 North 56th St. Seattle, Washington
- Categories: Bakeries, Coffee & Tea, Desserts
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#20. Che Dessert

- Rating: 4.4/5 (191 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 7101 Martin Luther King Jr Way South Ste 102 Seattle, Washington
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Desserts, Juice Bars & Smoothies
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#19. Nana's Green Tea

- Rating: 4.4/5 (262 reviews)
- Address: 16 103rd Ave. Northeast Bellevue, Washington
- Categories: Desserts, Japanese, Cafes
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#18. Snowy Village

- Rating: 4.4/5 (500 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5264 University Way Northeast Seattle, Washington
- Categories: Shaved Ice, Desserts, Cafes
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#17. Hello Robin

- Rating: 4.5/5 (847 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 522 19th Ave. East Seattle, Washington
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts
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#16. Baiten

- Rating: 4.5/5 (156 reviews)
- Address: 500 East Pine St. Seattle, Washington
- Categories: Desserts, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Bakeries
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#15. Lowrider Cookie Company

- Rating: 4.6/5 (178 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2407 East Union St. Ste C Seattle, Washington
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts
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#14. Phin

- Rating: 4.6/5 (135 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 913 South Jackson St. Ste D Seattle, Washington
- Categories: Desserts, Coffee & Tea, Cafes
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#13. Salt & Straw

- Rating: 4.6/5 (936 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 714 East Pike St. Ste A Seattle, Washington
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts
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#12. Seattle Pops

- Rating: 4.6/5 (162 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1401 North 45th St. Seattle, Washington
- Categories: Desserts, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
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#11. Cafe An'Clair

- Rating: 4.6/5 (184 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 826 Thomas St. Seattle, Washington
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Sandwiches, Desserts
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#10. Hello Robin

- Rating: 4.6/5 (137 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2570 Northeast University Village St. Seattle, Washington
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts
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#9. Baked From The Hart

- Rating: 4.6/5 (105 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2801 South Hanford St. Ste B Seattle, Washington
- Categories: Desserts, Coffee & Tea, Bakeries
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#8. Lady Yum - Denny Triangle

- Rating: 4.7/5 (392 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2130 6th Ave. Seattle, Washington
- Categories: Macarons, Wine Bars, Desserts
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#7. My Sweet Lil Cakes

- Rating: 4.7/5 (131 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: Seattle, Washington
- Categories: Desserts, Food Trucks, Caterers
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#6. Cakes of Paradise

- Rating: 4.7/5 (526 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6322 6th Ave. South Seattle, Washington
- Categories: Desserts, Bakeries, Custom Cakes
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#5. Tres Lecheria

- Rating: 4.7/5 (124 reviews)
- Address: 2315 North 45th St. Seattle, Washington
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts
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#4. Puffy Pandy

- Rating: 4.7/5 (132 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 9828 16th Ave. Southwest Seattle, Washington
- Categories: Desserts, Coffee & Tea, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
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#3. Kelly Cannoli - Lake City

- Rating: 4.7/5 (161 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 11310 Lake City Way Northeast Seattle, Washington
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, Bagels
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#2. Sweet Mickey's Candy Shoppe

- Rating: 4.8/5 (102 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5338 Ballard Ave. Seattle, Washington
- Categories: Candy Stores, Desserts, Chocolatiers & Shops
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