Find Restaurants Serving Dessert in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky

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.

Sweet Frog

North

Enjoy frozen yogurt topped with your favorite toppings in thie DIY frozen yogurt shop! 

Enjoy frozen yogurt topped with your favorite toppings in thie DIY frozen yogurt shop! 

The Prohibition Bourbon Bar at Newberry Bros.

South

Locally owned and operated by Peter & Kim Newberry, Newberry Bros, this neighborhood cafe offers more than 1500 bourbons and whiskeys, and counting. Full bar. Wine.... Read more

Locally owned and operated by Peter & Kim Newberry, Newberry Bros, this neighborhood cafe offers more than 1500 bourbons and whiskeys, and counting. Full bar. Wine. Beer. Coffee & espresso. Dog friendly patio. Part of The B-Line. Click here to learn more.

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

Nanny Belle's

North

Ice cream shop selling soft serve, milkshakes, floats, ice cream sandwiches, and other sweet treats.

Ice cream shop selling soft serve, milkshakes, floats, ice cream sandwiches, and other sweet treats.

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers

North

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. 

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.

Old Milford Parlor: Coffee & Ice Cream

East

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers

Uptown

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. 

The Cheesecakery

East

Enjoy small batch roasted espresso, coffee, tea, lemonades, smoothies, fresh bakes pastries, and of course cheesecake! 

Enjoy small batch roasted espresso, coffee, tea, lemonades, smoothies, fresh bakes pastries, and of course cheesecake! 

Loveland Dairy Whip

East

A family-owned business offering a wide variety of soft-serve specialty desserts. After enjoying a day out, stop by and relax with your favorite dessert in our picnic area...

A family-owned business offering a wide variety of soft-serve specialty desserts. After enjoying a day out, stop by and relax with your favorite dessert in our picnic area.

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

Orange Leaf

Uptown

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.

Bonomini Bakery

Uptown

Family-owned and operated for three generations, this bakery offers donuts, coffecakes, cupcakes, and crullers.

Family-owned and operated for three generations, this bakery offers donuts, coffecakes, cupcakes, and crullers.

Pendleton Parlor

Downtown

Pop in for a scoop of creamy ice cream, cookie dought, and espresso treats!

Pop in for a scoop of creamy ice cream, cookie dought, and espresso treats!

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.

Cherbourg Bakery

Downtown

We bring safe, quality, well-sourced gluten and nut free fare to our friends. Our baked goods are made with love in small batches with minimally processed ingredients,... Read more

We bring safe, quality, well-sourced gluten and nut free fare to our friends. Our baked goods are made with love in small batches with minimally processed ingredients, from as many local resources as we can muster.

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

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

Graeter's

South > Riverfront

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

Graeter's

North

Graeter's is a Cincinnati area tradition, serving up familiar favorites of ice cream like black raspberry chip and mint chocolate chip. The generous scoops are packed with... Read more

Graeter's is a Cincinnati area tradition, serving up familiar favorites of ice cream like black raspberry chip and mint chocolate chip. The generous scoops are packed with seriously big, chunky pieces of chocolate. They also have a bakery with a variety of cakes, pies and cookies for every occasion and sweet tooth.

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.

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.

Dojo Gelato

Uptown

Gelato, ice cream, and coffee shop now open in Northside (originally in Findlay Market).

Gelato, ice cream, and coffee shop now open in Northside (originally in Findlay Market).

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.

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.

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. 

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

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.

Mt. Healthy Dairy Bar

North

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

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.

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

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.

Buzzed Bull Creamery

Downtown

Handcrafted, boozy ice creams in imaginative flavor combinations in a trendy, industrial-chic space.

Handcrafted, boozy ice creams in imaginative flavor combinations in a trendy, industrial-chic space.

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.

Simply Rolled Ice Cream

Downtown

Thai-inspired ice cream rolls with custom housemade recipes and unlimited toppings. 

Thai-inspired ice cream rolls with custom housemade recipes and unlimited toppings. 

Terrace Cafe

Uptown

More than just a place to rest your feet after a day at the museum, The Terrace Cafe at the Cincinnati Art Museum is a stand-alone experience featuring unique dishes and a... Read more

More than just a place to rest your feet after a day at the museum, The Terrace Cafe at the Cincinnati Art Museum is a stand-alone experience featuring unique dishes and a great ambience. The contemporary, stripped-down decor gives way to a view of the gorgeous Alice Bimel Courtyard (available seasonally for outdoor dining) and... Read More

Graeter's

South > Southeast

Dairy Corner

East

At the charming, family-owned Newtown Dairy Corner, the wall by their walk-up window is almost completely covered with descriptions and pictures of their tasty dessert... Read more

At the charming, family-owned Newtown Dairy Corner, the wall by their walk-up window is almost completely covered with descriptions and pictures of their tasty dessert offerings - give yourself some time to look over all the options! They've got everything from brownie sundaes, to milkshakes, floats to cones with dozens of...... Read More

Servatii Pastry Shop & Deli

East

Just the name conjurs up legendary sweet treats from this venerable, 4th generation hometown favorite. Some locations are pastry shops only, while others have deli... Read more

Just the name conjurs up legendary sweet treats from this venerable, 4th generation hometown favorite. Some locations are pastry shops only, while others have deli services and all offer at least a few tables and chairs for eating-in. There's a full cafe at the Beechmont/8 Mile location. Servatii's is bright, friendly and...... Read More

Don's Creamy Whip

North