Best Desserts in Houston
Houston is a dessert haven, renowned for delectable spots at every turn, and some of the best desserts in Houston can be found at Nobie’s, Killen’s, Sweet Bribery, and House of Pies!
The city’s dessert scene is as diverse and delectable as its restaurants. To make navigating this sweet wonderland a little easier, we’ve created this list with top, mouthwatering spots for treats you simply can’t miss.
Ready for more tempting treasures? Keep reading!
Best Desserts in Houston
Classic Comfort
Unique and Trendy
Ice Cream & Frozen Treats
Bakeries & Cafes
More Sweets!
Quick Hit Summary – Best Dessert in Houston You Need to Try
Not sure where to start? We recommend getting your favorite kolache at Kolache Factory, a dessert stop with savory options too.
Of course, the Funnel Bar whips up decadent, customizable funnel cakes and other sweet treats in a fun and inviting atmosphere.
Milk & Cookies, with its two locations, satisfy late-night cravings with warm cookies, ice cream, and espresso drinks in a cozy, counter-service setting.
Want to enjoy a full-course meal and then dessert? Brennan’s of Houston is the place to go. End your night with an order of Mississippi Mud Pie!
But wait there’s more! Check out our full list below for more places with the best desserts in Houston.
Editor’s Note: Our staff works hard to bring you the latest information. However, all information mentioned in this article is subject to change. As always, please confirm before heading out.
Dessert Houston – Classic Comfort
House of Pies (4.4 rating, 5152 reviews)
Best Desserts in Houston | Image Credit: House of Pies
House of Pies Restaurant and Bakery is a late-night diner and bakery rolled into one. A long-time Houston favorite — House of Pies has been around since the 1970s.
Where: 6142 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77057
Operating Hours: Daily 7:00 am – 12:00 pm
Insider Tip: Don’t miss the Bayou Goo—a decadent chocolate custard pecan pie.
Special Menu Item: Seasonal rotating pie flavors.
Price Range: $
Kolache Factory (4.7 rating, 33 reviews)
Best Desserts in Houston | Image Credit: Kolache Factory
Houston staple that is known for breakfast kolaches, but with sweet fruit-filled varieties too.
Where: 9079 Katy Fwy, Houston, TX 77024
Operating Hours: Monday – Saturday 6:00 am – 2:00 pm | Sunday 7:00 am – 2:00 pm
Insider Tip: Order a savory kolache as well for a balanced snack.
Special Menu Item: Ask for the flavor of the month!
Price Range: $
Dessert Places in Houston – Unique and Trendy
Popfancy Dessert Bar (4.3 rating, 726 reviews)
Gourmet popsicles in wildly creative flavors that are almost too pretty to eat.
Where: 9393 Bellaire Blvd a6, Houston, TX 77036
Operating Hours: Friday – Saturday 1:00 pm – 11:00 pm | Sunday – Thursday 1:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Insider Tip: Their flavors rotate, so snag a unique one before it’s gone.
Special Menu Item: Popsicle flights let you try multiple treats.
Price Range: $
SMOOSH Cookies (4.5 rating, 93 reviews)
Best Desserts in Houston | Image Credit: SMOOSH – Custom Ice Cream Cookie Sandwiches
Build-your-own ice cream sandwiches with fun cookies, ice cream, and topping combinations.
Where: 11081 Westheimer Rd Ste # c, Houston, TX 77042
Operating Hours: Monday – Thursday 12:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Friday – Saturday 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm | Sunday 2:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Insider Tip: Warm your cookies for that gooey, fresh-baked feel.
Special Menu Item: Limited edition collaborations and flavors.
Price Range: $
The Funnel Bar (4.6 rating, 166 reviews)
Best Desserts in Houston | Image Credit: The Funnel Bar
Freshly made funnel cakes in classic and loaded varieties from this truck that sells the best dessert in Houston.
Where: 3420 Rusk St, Houston, TX 77003
Operating Hours: Monday – Saturday CLOSED | Sunday 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Insider Tip: Share a giant funnel cake with friends.
Special Menu Item: Cake of the Month
Price Range: $
Good Dessert Places in Houston – Ice Cream & Frozen Treats
Milk & Cookies (4.6 rating, 899 reviews)
Creamy, house-made ice cream is a favorite alongside warm cookies and creative sundaes.
Where: 3636 Rice Boulevard, Houston, TX 77005
Operating Hours: Daily 7:00 am – 9:00 pm
Insider Tip: Pair your ice cream with a freshly brewed espresso.
Special Menu Item: Ice cream cookie sandwiches for an extra treat.
Price Range: $
Fat Cat Creamery (4.5 rating, 1505 reviews)
Best Desserts in Houston | Image Credit: Fat Cat Creamery
Small-batch ice cream with a focus on unique, fresh ingredients.
Where: 1225 W 34th St Suite C-300, Houston, TX 77018
Operating Hours: Monday – Friday 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm | Saturday – Sunday 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
Insider Tip: Check their samble seasonal for truly quirky creations.
Special Menu Item: Vegan ice cream options are available.
Price Range: $
Sweet Bribery (4.4 rating, 358 reviews)
Best Desserts in Houston | Image Credit: Sweet Bribery by Craft Creamery
Artisan ice cream with bold flavors and a focus on high-quality ingredients.
Where: 250 W 19th St Suite E, Houston, TX 77008
Operating Hours: Wednesday CLOSED | Thursday 1:00 pm – 10:00 pm | Friday – Saturday 12:00 pm – 11:00 pm | Sunday – Tuesday 1:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Insider Tip: Get the modern favorites for familiar and nostalgic treats.
Special Menu Item: Gluten-free and vegan options available!
Price Range: $$
Dessert in Houston TX – Bakeries & Cafes
Common Bond Bistro & Bakery (4.5 rating, 2968 reviews)
Indulge in beautifully crafted pastries, croissants, bread, and elegant cakes.
Where: 1706 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77006
Operating Hours: Monday – Saturday 7:00 am – 9:00 pm | Sunday 7:00 am – 8:00 pm
Insider Tip: Arrive early for the best selection of baked goods.
Special Menu Item: Weekend all-day brunch specials with sweet and savory treats.
Price Range: $$
Crave Cupcakes (4.5 rating, 754 reviews)
If you’re looking for some of the best desserts in Houston, check out Crave Cupcakes. The bakery serves cupcakes from a list of flavors that rotates every day, plus gluten-free options.
Where: 5600 Kirby Dr, Houston, TX 77005
Operating Hours: Monday – Saturday 10:00 am – 7:00 pm | Sunday 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Insider Tip: Order a mini-cupcake dozen to sample a variety.
Special Menu Item: Gluten-Free Chocolate on Chocolate or Gluten-Free Vanilla on Chocolate Cupcake!
Price Range: $
Dessert Gallery Bakery & Cafe (4.3 rating, 1825 reviews)
Best Desserts in Houston | Image Credit: Dessert Gallery Bakery & Cafe
Beloved for cakes, cheesecakes, and beautifully decorated cookies.
Where: 3600 Kirby Dr # D, Houston, TX 77098
Operating Hours: Monday – Thursday 11:00 am – 10:00 pm | Friday – Saturday 11:00 am – 12:00 am | Sunday 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Insider Tip: Pre-order custom cakes for birthdays and special occasions.
Special Menu Item: Vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, and no-sugar-added cakes and pies available!
Price Range: $$
Three Brothers Bakery (4.2 rating, 503 reviews)
Best Desserts in Houston | Image Credit: Three Brothers Bakery
A Houston institution serving traditional Jewish baked goods, from rugelach to challah.
Where: 4036 S Braeswood Blvd, Houston, TX 77025
Operating Hours: Monday – Saturday 7:00 am – 7:00 pm | Sunday 7:00 am – 5:00 pm
Insider Tip: Their Pumpecapple Piecake is a Thanksgiving legend.
Special Menu Item: Cookies for a Cause
Price Range: $
Houston Dessert Places – Other Sweet Treat Spots to Explore
Killen’s (4.7 rating, 2954 reviews)
An upscale steakhouse with an equally sophisticated dessert menu.
Where:
Operating Hours:
Insider Tip: Save room for their banana pudding cheesecake.
Special Menu Item: Nut-free desserts are available.
Price Range: $$$$
Brennan’s of Houston (4.6 rating, 2679 reviews)
Iconic restaurant with Creole-inspired cuisine and desserts like Creole Bread Pudding and Bayou City Petite Beignets.
Where: 3300 Smith St, Houston, TX 77006
Operating Hours: Monday CLOSED | Tuesday – Saturday 11:00 am – 2:00 pm & 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm | Sunday 10:00 am – 2:00 pm & 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Insider Tip: Enjoy tableside preparations for dessert theatrics.
Special Menu Item: Brennan’s Bananas Foster
Price Range: $$$
Nobie’s (4.7 rating, 811 reviews)
Stylish spot with contemporary American fare and playful desserts.
Where: 2048 Colquitt St, Houston, TX 77098
Operating Hours: Tuesday CLOSED | Wednesday 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm | Friday – Saturday 5:00 pm – 12:00 am | Sunday 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Insider Tip: The dessert menu changes frequently for innovative flavor experiences but there are daily desserts like the lemon poppy meringue or banana bread that you can keep coming back for.
Special Menu Item: Olive Oil Cake
Price Range: $$$
Insomnia Cookies (4.1 rating, 206 reviews)
Satisfy late-night cravings with fresh, warm cookies delivered to your doorstep.
Where: 2520 Rice Boulevard, Houston, TX 77005
Operating Hours: Monday – Wednesday 11:00 am – 1:00 am | Thursday – Friday 11:00 am – 3:00 am | Saturday 12:00 pm – 3:00 am | Sunday 12:00 pm – 1:00 am
Insider Tip: Order classic ice cream for the ultimate sweet combo.
Special Menu Item: Cookie cakes and deluxe varieties.
Price range: $
Honeychild’s Sweet Creams (4.5 rating, 127 reviews)
Best Desserts in Houston | Image Credit: Honeychild’s Sweet Creams
Retro-style ice cream shop with classic flavors and creative sundaes.
Where: 600 N Shepherd Dr. Suite 450, Houston, TX 77007
Operating Hours: Monday CLOSED | Tuesday – Saturday 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm | Sunday 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Insider Tip: Try the Buttermilk Pie or Texas Sheet Cake.
Special Menu Item: Seasonal and dairy-free ice cream options.
Price Range: $
Amy’s Ice Cream (4.3 rating, 1681 reviews)
Austin-based chain with rotating ice cream flavors, from classics to quirky.
Where: 3816 Farnham St, Houston, TX 77098
Operating Hours: Friday – Saturday 11:30 am – 1:00 am | Sunday – Thursday 11:30 am – 12:00 am
Insider Tip: There are a bunch of different mint variations and vegan flavors for dairy-free customers!
Special Menu Item: Mexican vanilla ice cream, a signature Amy’s flavor.
Price Range: $
Voodoo Doughnut (4.5 rating, 657 reviews)
Best Desserts in Houston | Image Credit: Voodoo Doughnut (Washington & Waugh)
Fun and funky doughnut shop with wild frosting and filling combos.
Where: 1214 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX 77006
Operating Hours: Daily 24/7
Insider Tip: Get the Bacon Maple Bar, Memphis Mafia, or The Cannolo that put Voodoo Doughnut on the map.
Special Menu Item: Custom orders are accommodated!
Price Range: $
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