Find Restaurants Serving Dessert in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky

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. 

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

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. 

Sweets by LaDawn

North

Cincinnati bakery that specialized in wedding cakes, event sweets, and more! 

Cincinnati bakery that specialized in wedding cakes, event sweets, and more! 

Li'l Goodie Shoppe

North

The family-owned Li'l Goodie Shoppe has any kind of ice cream concoction and flavor you can imagine, from big sundaes to malts to flurries. They also serve non-fat yogurt... Read more

The family-owned Li'l Goodie Shoppe has any kind of ice cream concoction and flavor you can imagine, from big sundaes to malts to flurries. They also serve non-fat yogurt and homemade sherbet.They have a very popular drive-thru, but you can also walk right up to the windows and eat your treat on the shaded picnic tables.

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.

Silver Grove Dari-Bar

South > Southeast

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.

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).

Mac's Pizza Pub

Uptown

This eatery is a lively but laid-back college hangout. Often times, students eat, drink, study or watch sports on 18 TV screens (including a massive plasma screen) There's... Read more

This eatery is a lively but laid-back college hangout. Often times, students eat, drink, study or watch sports on 18 TV screens (including a massive plasma screen) There's karaoke Tuesday and live music most weekends. Challenge your friends to a game of darts or shuffleboard. The restaurant recently had a power charging station... Read More

Mainwood Pastry

Downtown

Family-owned bakery turning out cakes, breads, cookies, and other pastries in a little shop. 

Family-owned bakery turning out cakes, breads, cookies, and other pastries in a little shop. 

Sweets N Eats

West

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.

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.

Dari-Crest

South > Riverfront

O Pie O

Uptown

Light-filled venue featuring sweet and savory pies plus beer and wine in historic surrounds.

Light-filled venue featuring sweet and savory pies plus beer and wine in historic surrounds.

Cappuccino Depot

North

If you're looking to sit down and enjoy a brewed morning beverage or want one on the go than the Cappuccino Depot is the place to go. The coffeehouse specializes in brewed... Read more

If you're looking to sit down and enjoy a brewed morning beverage or want one on the go than the Cappuccino Depot is the place to go. The coffeehouse specializes in brewed coffees, with a wide variety of coffee drinks, smoothies and teas to warm you up on a cold morning. If your stomach is rumbling, grab a cookie or pastry to... Read More

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

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 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.

Del Gardo's

South

Del Gardo is a Cannoli Catering Studio as penned by owner Steve Del Gardo. Try canolli offerings from classic Cannoli to Wasabi, bourbon and many other unique ans... Read more

Del Gardo is a Cannoli Catering Studio as penned by owner Steve Del Gardo. Try canolli offerings from classic Cannoli to Wasabi, bourbon and many other unique ans flavorful cannoli choices! 

Urbana Cafe

Uptown

Coffeehouse serving classic Italian java drinks and tea plus global desserts. 

Coffeehouse serving classic Italian java drinks and tea plus global desserts. 

Dairy Queen

East

Nothing beats a frozen, candy-topped ice cream treat from Dairy Queen on a hot summer day. Known for its desserts, like Blizzards and ice cream cakes, Dairy Queen not only... Read more

Nothing beats a frozen, candy-topped ice cream treat from Dairy Queen on a hot summer day. Known for its desserts, like Blizzards and ice cream cakes, Dairy Queen not only satisfies the sweet tooth but hunger as well, with hamburgers, chicken sandwiches, hot dogs and salads. Some locations have a drive-through, while most have... Read More

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.

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. 

Macaron Bar

Downtown

The only bakery in Cincinnati dedicated exclusively to French macarons.

The only bakery in Cincinnati dedicated exclusively to French macarons.

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.

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

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.

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.

Branch Hill Coffee

East

Enjoy some morning coffee in this enchantingly quaint spot in Loveland. It's a yellow house surrounded by a remarkably colorful garden. Beside the flavored coffees and... Read more

Enjoy some morning coffee in this enchantingly quaint spot in Loveland. It's a yellow house surrounded by a remarkably colorful garden. Beside the flavored coffees and specialty drinks, Branch Hill offers soups, sandwiches and baked goodies. The outdoor patio is a charming place to enjoy a drink with friends. It's near the...... Read More

Brio Tuscan Grille

North

Warm, relaxed Italian eatery serving Tuscan-inspired grill fare, wine, and cocktails.

Warm, relaxed Italian eatery serving Tuscan-inspired grill fare, wine, and cocktails.

Boldface Dairy Bar Co.

West

Serving up sweet treats galore, Boldface aims to be a part of your summer ice cream memories. Enjoy treats like floats, shakes, seasonal treats, street pops and of course... Read more

Serving up sweet treats galore, Boldface aims to be a part of your summer ice cream memories. Enjoy treats like floats, shakes, seasonal treats, street pops and of course cones! 

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.

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.

Sweet Petit

Downtown

Offering bite-sized desserts embellished with tastes that are made from scratch from the finest ingredients.

Offering bite-sized desserts embellished with tastes that are made from scratch from the finest ingredients.

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.

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.

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

Hello Honey

Downtown

Ice cream made from scratch, using fresh ingredients free from artificial colors or flavors. 

Ice cream made from scratch, using fresh ingredients free from artificial colors or flavors. 

Green Man Twist

Uptown

Ice cream stand providing tasty treats and quality service.

Ice cream stand providing tasty treats and quality service.