Find Restaurants Serving Dessert in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky

Graeter's

Downtown

Graeter's is a Cincinnati tradition, serving up familiar favorites of ice cream like black raspberry chip and mint chocolate chip. What better way to end a downtown date... Read more

Graeter's is a Cincinnati tradition, serving up familiar favorites of ice cream like black raspberry chip and mint chocolate chip. What better way to end a downtown date then to head to Graeter's on the Square? The generous scoops of creamy deliciousness are packed with seriously big, chunky pieces of chocolate. Graeter's also... Read More

Biagio's Bistro

Uptown

Charming neighborhood hangout serving up classic Italian cuisine, desserts, wine, and cocktails.

Charming neighborhood hangout serving up classic Italian cuisine, desserts, wine, and cocktails.

Root Beer Stand

North

Long-standing (since 1957) diner offering frosty namesake mugs and chili-topped, foot-long hot dogs.

Long-standing (since 1957) diner offering frosty namesake mugs and chili-topped, foot-long hot dogs.

Shiver

South

Shiver is a popsicle shop located in Covington KY that specializes in unique and wild popsicle flavors as well as local, fresh ingredients in their small batch creations.

Shiver is a popsicle shop located in Covington KY that specializes in unique and wild popsicle flavors as well as local, fresh ingredients in their small batch creations.

Cone Zone

West

Buzzy, local ice cream parlor serving soft-serve cones, shakes, and other sweet treats in colorful digs.

Buzzy, local ice cream parlor serving soft-serve cones, shakes, and other sweet treats in colorful digs.

Grand Finale Restaurant

North

Crepes, steaks, seafood, and lots of desserts are offered in a quaint, old-world setting.

Crepes, steaks, seafood, and lots of desserts are offered in a quaint, old-world setting.

Abby Girl Sweets

Downtown

Abby Girl Sweets is a family-run cupcakery; owned and operated by a husband and wife team of Nathan and Andrea Thompson with their little daughter and chief taste tester,... Read more

Abby Girl Sweets is a family-run cupcakery; owned and operated by a husband and wife team of Nathan and Andrea Thompson with their little daughter and chief taste tester, Abby. All cupcakes are baked fresh from scratch with fine and fresh ingredients like pure cane sugar, sweet cream butter and cocoa. Find them on Facebook to... Read More

Bellevue Bistro

South > Riverfront

Bellevue Bistro is a cozy spot in the Fairfield Avenue strip. Soothing tan walls, a fireplace and kitschy memorabilia on the walls add to the bistro's charm. Weekend... Read more

Bellevue Bistro is a cozy spot in the Fairfield Avenue strip. Soothing tan walls, a fireplace and kitschy memorabilia on the walls add to the bistro's charm. Weekend breakfast/brunch specials, priced at only $8.25 feature Belgian waffles, Kentucky hot brown benedict and a variety of breakfast sautes.

The Cone

North

Quirky soft-serve ice cream, yogurt, and ice stand shaped like a swirl cone, with family games and rides.

Quirky soft-serve ice cream, yogurt, and ice stand shaped like a swirl cone, with family games and rides.

The Creamy Whip

North

The best soft serve around with many homemade flavors. Seasonal flavors always available.

The best soft serve around with many homemade flavors. Seasonal flavors always available.

Buona Terra

Uptown

Gelato, crepes and gourmet desserts. Made fresh daily by hand in micro batches.

Gelato, crepes and gourmet desserts. Made fresh daily by hand in micro batches.

Frisch's Big Boy

North

Frisch's originated in Cincinnati in 1905, and their famous double-decker Big Boy sandwich was born in 1946. Likewise, Frisch's has been a local favorite for many years,... Read more

Frisch's originated in Cincinnati in 1905, and their famous double-decker Big Boy sandwich was born in 1946. Likewise, Frisch's has been a local favorite for many years, with staples like the breakfast and salad bars, specialty tartar sauce and pumpkin pie. Try a fish sandwich for dinner, a Cherry Coke to drink and top it off... Read More

The Dip

North

It's a nice day and you're looking for a lite meal. Well, come down and take a 'dip' (oh, bad pun). This neighborhood eatery serves all-American food along with a... Read more

It's a nice day and you're looking for a lite meal. Well, come down and take a 'dip' (oh, bad pun). This neighborhood eatery serves all-American food along with a delicious selection of ice cream. The ocean theme makes you feel like you're having a day at the beach (these puns just don't stop). And if you want to bring along... Read More

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers

East

Retro-style chain for steakburgers, hot dogs, and other fast-food staples, plus frozen custard.

Retro-style chain for steakburgers, hot dogs, and other fast-food staples, plus frozen custard.

Sweet Frog

East

Our goal is to create the best frozen yogurt experience you've ever had! You create your own combination of delicious, soft-serve premium frozen yogurt, then finish it off... Read more

Our goal is to create the best frozen yogurt experience you've ever had! You create your own combination of delicious, soft-serve premium frozen yogurt, then finish it off with any toppings you choose. Our toppings bar is stocked fresh every day with the best ingredients for a light snack, a decadent dessert, and everything in... Read More

Rhino's Frozen Yogurt & Soft Serve

North

Rhino's Frozen Yogurt & Soft Serve is a self-serve ice cream parlor. We offer a variety of flavors of Ice Cream, Frozen Yogurt and Sorbet. We have five machines with... Read more

Rhino's Frozen Yogurt & Soft Serve is a self-serve ice cream parlor. We offer a variety of flavors of Ice Cream, Frozen Yogurt and Sorbet. We have five machines with two different flavors per machine, as well as a Flavorbust which adds a flavor ring to our soft serve ice cream. We also provide a variety of toppings for your... Read More

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers

West

Retro-style chain for steakburgers, hot dogs, and other fast-food staples, plus frozen custard. 

Retro-style chain for steakburgers, hot dogs, and other fast-food staples, plus frozen custard. 

Alfio's Buon Cibo

Uptown

Elevated eatery featuring Italian dishes with an Argentinean twist & cocktails in an intimate space.

Elevated eatery featuring Italian dishes with an Argentinean twist & cocktails in an intimate space.

Brij Mohan

North

This little, simple diner in Sharonville serves Indian cuisine, with saag being very popular. Seriously, any type of authentic Indian dessert you can imagine they probably... Read more

This little, simple diner in Sharonville serves Indian cuisine, with saag being very popular. Seriously, any type of authentic Indian dessert you can imagine they probably carry in their deli case, including gulab jamun, patisa and rasmalai.

Sweets N Eats

West

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers

East

Retro-style chain for steakburgers, hot dogs, and other fast-food staples, plus frozen custard. 

Retro-style chain for steakburgers, hot dogs, and other fast-food staples, plus frozen custard. 

Corner Coffee Cafe

East

In addition to the full range of coffees, teas and coffee drinks offered here, you'll find pastries and scones in the morning with a full breakfast on Saturdays -... Read more

In addition to the full range of coffees, teas and coffee drinks offered here, you'll find pastries and scones in the morning with a full breakfast on Saturdays - including waffles and biscuits and gravy. There are lunch specials every day plus delectable salad plates, soups and croissant sandwiches.

French Crust Cafe

Downtown

Charming cafe in Findlay Market for classic French fare, from breakfast to steak frites and cocktails.

Charming cafe in Findlay Market for classic French fare, from breakfast to steak frites and cocktails.

Putz's Creamy Whip

West

Putz's has a rich tradition on the West Side of Cincinnati, as the family-owned business has been around since 1938. The walk-up ice-cream joint is located in an out-of-... Read more

Putz's has a rich tradition on the West Side of Cincinnati, as the family-owned business has been around since 1938. The walk-up ice-cream joint is located in an out-of-the-way spot near I-74 and Montana Avenue. But families flock to Putz's every summer because of their creamy ice cream, sundaes, milkshakes and more. The stand... Read More

Tickle Pickle

Uptown

Burgers named after rock 'n roll legends plus sides, shakes, beer, and desserts in a cozy space.

Burgers named after rock 'n roll legends plus sides, shakes, beer, and desserts in a cozy space.

Bear Claw Cafe

North

The Bear Claw Cafe is located within The Great Wolf Lodge. It is a bakery that is loaded with many gourmet pastries. It even has sandwiches for lunch. The entire lodge has... Read more

The Bear Claw Cafe is located within The Great Wolf Lodge. It is a bakery that is loaded with many gourmet pastries. It even has sandwiches for lunch. The entire lodge has Wi-fi. The Bear Claw is for those visiting Great Wolf but also for anyone who feels like stopping by.

Frisch's Big Boy

North

Frisch's originated in Cincinnati in 1905, and their famous double-decker Big Boy sandwich was born in 1946. Likewise, Frisch's has been a local favorite for many years,... Read more

Frisch's originated in Cincinnati in 1905, and their famous double-decker Big Boy sandwich was born in 1946. Likewise, Frisch's has been a local favorite for many years, with staples like the breakfast and salad bars, specialty tartar sauce and pumpkin pie. Try a fish sandwich for dinner, a Cherry Coke to drink and top it off... Read More

Starbucks

Uptown

It wouldn't be a workday without that daily cup o' joe. Take your pick from espresso drinks, lattes, teas, hot chocolate, iced coffee and cappuccinos. Starbucks also... Read more

It wouldn't be a workday without that daily cup o' joe. Take your pick from espresso drinks, lattes, teas, hot chocolate, iced coffee and cappuccinos. Starbucks also rotates seasonal holiday blends and summertime favorites, like Peppermint Mocha Twist or a cold Frappuccino with whipped cream. Sit and sip inside the cozy... Read... Read More

Butler's Pantry

South

A unique variety of gourmet items in a marketplace setting, including a bakery, coffee & tea, juice & smoothies, soup & salad, ice cream & candy, and deli... Read more

A unique variety of gourmet items in a marketplace setting, including a bakery, coffee & tea, juice & smoothies, soup & salad, ice cream & candy, and deli sandwiches.

Frisch's Big Boy

North

Frisch's originated in Cincinnati in 1905, and their famous double-decker Big Boy sandwich was born in 1946. Likewise, Frisch's has been a local favorite for many years,... Read more

Frisch's originated in Cincinnati in 1905, and their famous double-decker Big Boy sandwich was born in 1946. Likewise, Frisch's has been a local favorite for many years, with staples like the breakfast and salad bars, specialty tartar sauce and pumpkin pie. Try a fish sandwich for dinner, a Cherry Coke to drink and top it off... Read More

Happy Chicks Bakery

Uptown

Specialty bakery serving dairy free pastries vegan treats.

Specialty bakery serving dairy free pastries vegan treats.

Macaron Bar

Uptown

The only bakery in Cincinnati dedicated exclusively to French macarons.

The only bakery in Cincinnati dedicated exclusively to French macarons.

Starbucks

Uptown

It wouldn't be a workday without that daily cup o' joe. Take your pick from espresso drinks, lattes, tea, hot chocolate, iced coffee and cappuccinos. Starbucks also... Read more

It wouldn't be a workday without that daily cup o' joe. Take your pick from espresso drinks, lattes, tea, hot chocolate, iced coffee and cappuccinos. Starbucks also rotates seasonal holiday blends and summertime favorites, like Peppermint Mocha Twist or a cold Frappuccino with whipped cream. Sit and sip inside the cozy... Read... Read More

Orange Leaf

West

Orange Leaf is a self-serve, fill-your-own-bucket, and pay-by-the-ounce shop. With almost 70 flavor options and 35 topping possibilities - not all at once, please - you... Read more

Orange Leaf is a self-serve, fill-your-own-bucket, and pay-by-the-ounce shop. With almost 70 flavor options and 35 topping possibilities - not all at once, please - you can create as much of your perfect dessert as you want.

Whipty-Do

North

Whipty-Do is a seasonal ice cream shop proudly serving delicious, high quality soft-serve and frozen sweets. If you share in our love for ice cream, then we'd like to... Read more

Whipty-Do is a seasonal ice cream shop proudly serving delicious, high quality soft-serve and frozen sweets. If you share in our love for ice cream, then we'd like to welcome you to your happy place.

Mt. Healthy Dairy Bar

North

Brown Bear Bakery

Downtown

Scratch made pastries, desserts, and baked goods highlighting seasonal and local ingredients.

Scratch made pastries, desserts, and baked goods highlighting seasonal and local ingredients.

Frisch's Big Boy

South > Southeast

Frisch's originated in Cincinnati in 1905, and their famous double-decker Big Boy sandwich was born in 1946. Likewise, Frisch's has been a local favorite for many years,... Read more

Frisch's originated in Cincinnati in 1905, and their famous double-decker Big Boy sandwich was born in 1946. Likewise, Frisch's has been a local favorite for many years, with staples like the breakfast and salad bars, specialty tartar sauce and pumpkin pie. Try a fish sandwich for dinner, a Cherry Coke to drink and top it off... Read More

Streetpops

Uptown

Small batch gourmet pops in some crazy flavors. Stop in at one of three locations or find them at area farmers markets and festivals.

Small batch gourmet pops in some crazy flavors. Stop in at one of three locations or find them at area farmers markets and festivals.

Aglamesis Brothers Ice Cream and Candy Company

Uptown

This is one of the top ice cream places in town; some even say it's the best. More of an old-fashioned ice cream "parlor,' a menu is brought to your table and you are... Read more

This is one of the top ice cream places in town; some even say it's the best. More of an old-fashioned ice cream "parlor,' a menu is brought to your table and you are served there. Opened in 1913, the Oakley location has marble-top counters imported from Italy and a traditional soda fountain with stools. Aglamesis specializes... Read More

The Littlefield

Uptown

Quaint, art-lined craft cocktail, bourbon, and beer bar with bistro plates, desserts & Sunday brunch.

Quaint, art-lined craft cocktail, bourbon, and beer bar with bistro plates, desserts & Sunday brunch.