Highest-rated dessert shops in the Detroit area by diners

There's no denying that Americans have a sweet tooth鈥攏early 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 Detroit area based on diners' reviews on as of February 2025. Restaurants tagged as "desserts" on Yelp within a 10-kilometer radius of Detroit 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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#20. JoJo's Shake Bar - Detroit

- Rating: 3.2/5 (253 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 88 West Columbia St. Detroit, Michigan
- Categories: New American, Desserts, Bars
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#19. Astoria Pastry Shop

- Rating: 3.3/5 (332 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 320 South Main St. Royal Oak, Michigan
- Categories: Bakeries, Coffee & Tea, Desserts
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#18. Seva Detroit

- Rating: 3.7/5 (583 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 66 East Forest Ave. Detroit, Michigan
- Categories: Vegetarian, Desserts, Gluten-Free
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#17. Astoria Pastry Shop

- Rating: 3.9/5 (516 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 541 Monroe St. Detroit, Michigan
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, Coffee & Tea
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#16. The Potato Place

- Rating: 3.9/5 (158 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 107 West Warren Ave. Detroit, Michigan
- Categories: American, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts
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#15. New Palace Bakery

- Rating: 3.9/5 (120 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 9833 Joseph Campau St. Hamtramck, Michigan
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts
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#14. Shatila Bakery - Dearborn

- Rating: 3.9/5 (877 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 14300 West Warren Ave. Dearborn, Michigan
- Categories: Desserts, Bakeries
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#13. Cheat Treats

- Rating: 4.0/5 (136 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 5838 Schaefer Road Dearborn, Michigan
- Categories: Desserts, Donuts, Juice Bars & Smoothies
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#12. Masri Sweets

- Rating: 4.2/5 (190 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5755 Schaefer Road Dearborn, Michigan
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, Custom Cakes
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#11. Polish Village Cafe

- Rating: 4.2/5 (704 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 2990 Yemans St. Hamtramck, Michigan
- Categories: Polish, Desserts, Salad
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#10. Treat dreams

- Rating: 4.2/5 (397 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 22965 Woodward Ave. Ferndale, Michigan
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts
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#9. Dessert Oasis Coffee Roasters

- Rating: 4.2/5 (130 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 115 South Main St. Royal Oak, Michigan
- Categories: Coffee Roasteries, Desserts
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#8. Le Supr锚me

- Rating: 4.3/5 (196 reviews)
- Price level: $$$
- Address: 1265 Washington Blvd. Detroit, Michigan
- Categories: French, Desserts, Cocktail Bars
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#7. Sister Pie

- Rating: 4.4/5 (360 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 8066 Kercheval St. Detroit, Michigan
- Categories: Desserts, Coffee & Tea, Bakeries
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#6. Peteet's Famous Cheesecakes

- Rating: 4.4/5 (127 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 13835 West 9 Mile Road Oak Park, Michigan
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, Cupcakes
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#5. Dessert Oasis Coffee Roasters - Detroit

- Rating: 4.4/5 (198 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 1220 Griswold St. Detroit, Michigan
- Categories: Desserts, Coffee Roasteries, Music Venues
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#4. Haraz Coffee House

- Rating: 4.5/5 (107 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 13810 Michigan Ave. Dearborn, Michigan
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Desserts
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#3. Pagos Ice Cream Rolls and Drinks

- Rating: 4.6/5 (113 reviews)
- Address: 623 South Washington Ave. Royal Oak, Michigan
- Categories: Desserts, Bubble Tea, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
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#2. Kitty's Cheesecakes & More

- Rating: 4.7/5 (155 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 681 East 8 Mile Road Ferndale, Michigan
- Categories: Desserts, Bakeries
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#1. Qahwah House

- Rating: 4.7/5 (282 reviews)
- Price level: $$
- Address: 6655 Schaefer Road Dearborn, Michigan
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Desserts
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This story features data reporting by Wade Zhou, writing by Cynthia Rebolledo, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 241 metros.

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