The Most Flavorful Desserts in Jacksonville

The Urban Bean Coffeehouse Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.3 (596) • $

"The coffee was great, the matcha and the chai tea were delicious. The bagel sandwich, potato hash, soup no complaints.Good quality coffee (Counter Culture) and the chai was made from scratch not from syrups. The blueberry pastry was so yummy! No photos of the sandwiches cause we ate them fast :)"

Obi's Fillin Station

★★★★☆ 3.9 (365) • $$

"Went here because the Diner was absolutely packed. Second time here. Good service limited menu but fast service. Home fries cooked crispy as ordered same with bacon. Eggs also cooked like requested. My husband had the grits with eggs and sausage. Limited parking. $4 mimosas on Sunday"

Thai Blossom Bistro

★★★★☆ 4.4 (270) • $$

"Oh myyyyy goodness the food is soooo good!!! Anytime we are in the area this is the restaurant for us. Super friendly staff. Very clean. It's a no frills ambiance but who cares the food more than makes up for it. Plenty of parking. Closed Mondays."

Cookies and Creme Jax Beach

★★★★★ 4.8 (188) • $

"Living in my Dairy Era since magically post-pregnancy I am no longer lactose intolerant. So excited that I finally got to try Cookies and Creme! This quaint little shop next to the gas station does build your own ice cream cookies with tons of homemade cookie and homemade ice cream flavors. It's a bit overwhelming with all the choices but I have a feeling you can't go wrong with any of them. To my surprise they even had dairy-free ice cream options available. Cute little (kid-friendly) seating area outside as well."

Crème de la Cocoa

★★★★★ 4.8 (168) • $$

"I had to update my review because both cakes held up great!!! Yes I have to update this review to 5 stars because it's usually unlikely for a fresh strawberry shortcake to hold up but Crème de la Cocoa cake held and was delish! The cake looked so beautiful and I especially enjoyed the Black Forest cake it was so moist and delish too! Also Bailey truly cares for her customers and offered to have a new complimentary fresh strawberry shortcake for me on 12/31 (even though they were not open for business)... wow, this was so kind and thoughtful of her!! However, graciously I declined this offer because I truly appreciate businesses that put their employees and customers first and I experienced that first hand with Crème de la Cocoa!Well done and please keep up the great work!! It's establishments like this that make America a kinder and better place to live in!! HAPPIEST NEW YEAR!"

Minerva Indian Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.4 (177) • $$

"We really like Minerva! Authentic Indian food that is legitimately spicy (you've been warned) and served with a smile."

Bar Harbor Cheesecake

★★★★★ 4.5 (162)

"At first glance at the menu of this place I was a little taken back by cheese cake being served as a savory dish and paired with wine. BUT What an amazing concept! I absolutely loved the concept and ambiance at this establishment. Inside it was an intimate setting and outside was like a magical Christmas wonderland.The service was another 10/10. We were offer complementary hot or cold tea which tasted great and was a nice touch to the beginning of our experience. There were pieces of pineapple which serve as a palette cleansing in between tastings. Our waitress very knowledgeable and did a phenomenal job pairing each wine with both our savory and sweet tastings.We ordered the following: Savory tasting: Fish (Mahi) Cheesecake, Maine "Lobstah" Cheesecake, Short Rib CheesecakeSweet Tasting: Pistachio Cheesecake, Florida Orange Dream Cheesecake, Red Velvet CheesecakeThe wine was chosen by our waitress.All the cheesecakes were good and flavorful. The short rib wasn't my favorite only because it came with bbq sauce and I'm not a big fan of bbq. But for those who are, I can see how this would be a favorite.I will definitely revisit whenever I'm back in St Augustine. Thank you guys for the experience."

Mad O Seafood

★★★★☆ 4.2 (185) • $$

"This place was freaking delicious. We got a handful of items. Jamaican oxtails dinner, ackee and cod fish, beef patty, conch fritters, brown stew chicken, and a fried shrimp basket. Great price for what we got. The oxtail was so tender that the meat just fell off the bones. Beef patty was soft yet firm. So good. The cabbage, rice and peas were all great too! Reminds me of when I lived in south Florida. Def will come back! Not pictured is the fried shrimp basket."

Valentina’s Italian Bistro

★★★★★ 4.5 (128) • $$

"The food and the service were absolutely outstanding. The owner came and gave us homemade limoncello. I felt as if I was eating straight out of a nonna's kitchen in Italy. The live music was amazing and my toddler had such an amazing time. They made sure to make us all feel at home by providing my toddler with crayons and interacting with him as well. The seafood pasta I had was absolutely to DIE FOR. The sauce for the garlic rolls was so good I could chug it straight out of a keg like a frat boy."

Crumbl - Beach Haven

★★★★☆ 4.3 (135) • $$

"There are not enough words to describe these cookies! OMG delicious!! This is my 3rd time trying Crumbl and the chocolate chunk is my go to. I mean look at the chunks in this cookie. When you walk into the store the young man behind the counter describes in detail what each cookie of the week is. I knew going in what I wanted but listened to him anyway You can order a single cookie , a box of 4 , 6 or 12. Run, don't walk to your nearest Crumbl store!"

Sweet Sensations

★★★★★ 4.6 (94) • $

"Has she ever come here? You have to try the French silk pie, or the peanut butter pie. They're both amazing. The food here tastes homemade. Toasted cheese and tomato soup. For being a simple meal, it's different the soup it thicker and creamy great flavor. The toasted cheese is on a thicker homemade bread. I could order that every single time and be happy, It's so good. I did get meatloaf one day. I was very happy with that too."

Crumbl - Mandarin

★★★★☆ 4.1 (112) • $$$

"The cookies were good but not great... I thought they were a little high in price based on the size and flavor.But, it's only my opinion, as the place was slammed busy and there was a line of people waiting on their cookies.They were also sold out of a lot of flavors. I'm not sure I would take the chance to go back to try it again, based on my first visit.. it wasn't an OMG I need to go get a cookie kind of cookie."

Mocha Rita's Deli

★★★★☆ 4.2 (100) • $$

"Just had my first visit to Mocha Rita's and would highly recommend and make a regular stop for hot and cold sandwiches. The establishment, named by the owners after their two dogs, Mocha and Rita, offers fresh homemade hoagie rolls for their sandwiches and fresh ciabatta for their paninis. Visiting for the first time, I asked the owner what I should get and she pointed to the panini section of four options as a place to start. I ordered the Cuban. I chatted with her for the few minutes it took to make it. When I asked for the sandwich to go, she was sure to show me how crisp the sandwich was before she enclosed it in the plastic container. "It's not going to be crisp after it goes in here" she warned. Fair enough, she set my expectations. After I got in my car I decided I should at least take a bite while it was still hot and crispy. The one bite became a full on assault on my sandwich and in minutes, I had consumed the entire thing in my car. My cuban was amazingly tasty and the filling was very generous. I'm looking forward to my next visit back. Alcohol available here also."

M Shack

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (163) • $$

"Very tasty burgers and the best onion rings I've ever eaten. The wait service at the bar was exceptional. In the future this will be my "go to" place In Nocatee for a burger. The atmosphere was modern and upscale."

Lukumades

★★★★★ 4.6 (70) • $

"Great addition to the Jax Beach town center. Perfect spot to eat in or eat on the go. Donuts, ice cream, milkshakes! They even let you mix the flavors. We got the donuts and loved every bite. One of the workers heard us talking about how we would come back to try and ice cream and ended up giving us a sample. Wow, that bite was 10/10. Definitely a spot we will check out again!"

Romano’s Pizzeria and Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.7 (100) • $$

"We had a pizza, and were able to customize it with 1/2 of one kind and 1/2 of another kind. The waitress, who's name started with a J, was absolutely fabulous and extremely courteous. The salad was fresh and I really wanted to try the pasta but was just too full.I would highly recommend this restaurant!"

Cupcake Fifty Etc

★★★★★ 4.8 (52) • $

"There is no better way to celebrate the beginning of the holidays than with with a delicious cupcake from Cupcake Fifty Etc. This was our very first time here on this Saturday afternoon. My first impression walking in was "Oh how pretteee". The decor in itself is a work of art! I am all for Bright and Merry with a lovely colorful tree and a cheerful chandelier as you walk in the door. This is a cute establishment with banquet facilities in the Arlington area. The cupcake shop had so many options. It was so hard to decide which one to get out of the $4.00 selection as the young lady directed us which rows were reserved for the Yelp Elite Week event. I settled with the seasonal Red Velvet with nuts and my husband picked the yellow cupcake with chocolate frosting. We also ordered the festive peppermint bark with a candy cane on top cupcake and banana pudding to try. I will say we are samplers. LOL. My husband Rey and I sampled all 4 as soon as we got settled in. All the cupcakes (Red velvet with nuts, yellow cupcake with chocolate frosting and peppermint bark) were all soft and not dense at all! The cupcakes were delicious and the frosting was on point in flavor and texture. The size was huge in my opinion and I was only able to eat a few bites on all 3. Lol. The banana pudding was cold and very fresh! We were looking for the sliced bananas that you typically find in banana pudding but it was still DELICIOUS as this had crunchy crushed vanilla wafers on top. Can't wait to go back after the holidays to try something different. Overall, everything was rich, moist and sweet. Good composition! Recommend: Definitely recommend if you haven't been here yet. \(* *)/. We had a great experience from start to end. The staff all welcomed us as we walked in and were helpful wearing their masks. The shop was also very clean. #supportsmallbusiness#CupcakeFiftyEtc#JacksonvilleYelp"

Volcano Japanese Cuisine

★★★★☆ 4.3 (64) • $$

"We had a really nice lunch date at Volcano Japanese Cuisine! The restaurant is modern and beautiful with some unique touches sure to wow your friends on instagram. It was our servers first day on the job and while it wasn't completely smooth because of that, she was friendly and still did a good job.We got the Volcano sushi roll which looked amazing set on fire but was also delicious. My wife liked the veggie roll. Miso soup was good and my wife thought the salad had the "good" ginger dressing.We both got the hibachi lunchtime meals. The steak was small in portion and a little overcooked but probably appropriate considering the lunch special price. I got a Japanese fuzzy navel which was a fun and yummy drink.We could definitely see ourselves returning in the future!"

Salsas Cocina Mexicana - Baymeadows

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (97) • $$

"We came in and it was empty. Surprised but then again it was the holidays and late, way passed dinner. Got a cocktail, Horchata margarita. It was beautifully presented and delicious. I can be picky about what I get but the food was good. I had the carnitas platter without the cheese and sauce because I didn't want it drowning my food and flavor. I also wanted to make tacos with the corn tortillas. It was really good, little fat. And it came with grilled onions, rice, beans, greens. The hubs had the same carnitas platter but he got it with the 2 sauces (green and red). If I had the meal again, I'd get the green sauce on the side because it was delicious. The waitress was really kind and checked on us. And the atmosphere was lively with music."

Spice Grill Indian Cuisine

★★★★★ 4.6 (41) • $$

"Hands down THE BEST Indian food in Jax!Since their opening I've ordered weekly via Uber Eats. Due to a shortage of delivery drivers, I just made the trek from Atlantic Beach (approx 35-45 min- trust me it's worth it), and am currently salivating at the table while waiting for my food.Honestly just ask Sara for her recommendations like I did this evening. From the samosas, paneer bites, tikka masala, vindaloo, biryani- you'll be hard pressed to find something you don't love. I'm not even a fan of butter chicken, but I'm obsessed with theirs. Do yourself a favor pop in for a visit. Your taste buds will thank you."

Sweet Cravings by Shar

★★★★☆ 4.1 (51) • $$

"What an amazing bakery/cafe to satisfy all things sweet. They have an extensive menu ranging from macaroons, cheesecakes, cupcakes, muffins, and a plethora of other goodies. We even got lucky and came in on a weekend where they serve freshly made beignets, which is what we ordered, along with a cheesecake. They also have excellent coffee to compliment the sweet treats.The ambience is very cozy and comfortable and the staff warm and friendly.See you next time Sweet Cravings! =)"

Kendall's Bagels & More

★★★★☆ 3.6 (57) • $

""The bagel-eating people are probably just not bagel people." This is what I thought to myself after reading reviews. Very mixed. I went in with an open mind and pretending not to be a bagel person. Before I get to the bagels, I was second in line. The first guy in line (older golfer-looking dude named Art) said, "Two onion and two everything."No please, thank you, nothing. Then he couldn't figure out how to use pos system (credit card machine/pos=point of sale). First he tapped button too fast. Then he held it down too long. Poor guy. I was entertained. Then I got them bagels and brought them to my car as if holding a secret. I ate them bagels and they were ... a 3.8 each (of 5). There's a hint of taste, and you hope there to be more taste to come out of nowhere with the next bite, but it just never happens. I can't recommend or advise against. This place falls into No Man's Land. It's ok."

Frosted by Darla

★★★★★ 4.8 (29) • $$

"I was recently given some cake pops from Frosted by Darla and stopped by their storefront to pick them up. It's a small location but absolutely filled with treats! They have cakes (slices and whole) and other treats in addition to the cake pops. All the flavors were absolutely delicious (chocolate, vanilla, strawberry, and red velvet). Yum!"

Tsaocaa - St Johns

★★★★★ 4.7 (26)

"I have visited this cute little boba shop twice when in the St. Johns area, and have had good experiences both times. I like that you can order on the screens, although when they are busy, the wait can be long. I scrolled through and placed my order and easily paid with my credit card right on the screen. It took maybe 10 minutes to make my drink, and it was delicious. The prices of these teas keep going up, but it's everywhere. The product is consistent and I will go back even though I know it's going to be a $7 drink. We've also tried the chocolate bubble waffle, which is a delicious, crunchy treat. The bathroom was clean and the workers were friendly. The shop itself is absolutely adorable and all themed. They have good wifi too. I had a meeting and then a virtual meeting and was able to easily connect. They have a large parking lot since this is in a "new to me" plaza. My favorite order is the ruby milk black tea with coconut milk and boba, 30% sweet. It is soooo delicious and really is a treat. I've also tried the frozen coconut slushie with boba, and that is great on a hot day too."

Beary Boba

★★★★★ 4.7 (24)

"Cute aesthetics, friendly services, mochi donuts are good not overly sweet but just right. My daughter enjoyed her boba."

Corner Farm Kitchen

★★★★★ 4.9 (22)

"I stumbled upon this cute little coffee shop on my way to an estate sale. First rule about an state sale is finding a hidden gem among the masses. And boy is CFK is a hidden gem. It seems like a family run business and we were given some free treats while waiting in the drive through. The menu is pretty straightforward and I'm shocked at the wallet friendly prices. It is a no frill coffee shop with the essential basics. The coffee was warm like a hug and the banana bread was delicious. It's a drive through, quick and friendly. Can't wait to try it again!"

Mocup Coffee

★★★★☆ 4.2 (29) • $

"A gem! Authentic pierogis and great espresso (try the razz: vanilla espresso w/steamed breve). The bake case is fun- I got a poppyseed cake slice."

Kofta Cuisine

★★★★★ 4.6 (24)

"Since I saw a review about this place on Facebook, I thought I'd go with my wife and daughter to check it out. I didn't realize how new it was until talking to the owner. Anyways, we didn't know where to start as there were so many good options on the menu. He recommended the Mixed Grill, and I'm glad he did. For a family of 3, it was more than enough food to eat as we took two take out boxes. There was chicken three ways (kabob, cut, thighs), beef two ways, and sliced lamb (he gave extra since my daughter wanted to make a gyro with the bread that comes with it) along with rice, carrots, and cabbage. My favorite was the sliced lamp and chicken cubes, which seemed to have been marinated with something that I need the recipe for. So good. Anyways, he also provided yogurt and garlic sauce (which I was hesitant to try but was pretty good). Anyways, he was attentive, especially being a new owner, and I wish we could have tried more, but I'll save that for another day."

Crumbl - San Marco

★★★★☆ 4.1 (27)

"I like the quick service and self ordering. Everything comes out hot and fresh to order and always tastes great. Can be busy on Friday nights but otherwise, it's a great alternative for after dinner next door treats"

First Coast Cookies

★★★★★ 4.5 (21)

"This gem is an amazing spot!! Literally a perfect boba place with all the sweet young people. Very diversity, and friendly. And the owner really did learn how to sign 'Boba' and let me know when I came in.... Guess what I never knew what the sign was til now that I learned from the owner. Deserves all the good reviews and respect! Can't wait to see this place thrive! It's a small space overall but a lot of things to look at and take pictures too. I really enjoy coming in and I look forward to every next visit! Definitely getting my birthday cookie cake, their options are already good I haven't tried a bigger one so I can't wait!!!"

McFlamingo - Beach Blvd

★★★★★ 4.6 (18)

"Love it! Fresh, fast, delicious. Do your self a favor and give this one a shot. Everything was tasty. Salad, shrimp, potatoes, asparagus."

Tasty Creamery

★★★★★ 4.6 (18)

"There are 4 cases of different ice cream flavors! Plus, baked goods like fresh cookies, brownies, and fudge as well as tons of toppings and other sweet treats! We had a great experience with personable, helpful staff that let us sample flavors. We ended up getting cookies to bring home and each got a kids scoop which was HUGE and could get it in a cup or cone with a topping! The kids scoop and topping was less than $3.50, which was such a great deal! I couldn't even come close to finishing mine (I didn't even get to the cone before having to stop lol) but my mom took it home to enjoy later. The ice cream was delicious and the topping gave it that little extra something! The cookies are sooooo good and they can warm them for you there if you'd like. Overall, great atmosphere, staff, incredibly delicious, and very reasonably priced. We went for a Veterans event and they handled our large crowd like pros!"

Artessence

★★★★☆ 4.3 (20)

"This Hidden Gem of a Coffee Cafe is no doubt one of my favorite places to Chill after a long Week thanks to the environment they have created or just for a Mid Week Lunch Spot with their delicious food menu, fresh coffee & other refreshing drinks. Diana & Jonathan are 2 of the Best, Kind Hearted People You will ever Meet and You will know exactly what I mean once you come to the Shop for coffee, breakfast, lunch or all 3! They Deserve The Community's Support More than Ever with So Many Local Small Businesses closing their doors. Look for the Big Rich Sticker and Let them Know Big Rich Sent Ya and spread the word about this Place!!"

Crumbl - Palm Coast

★★★★☆ 3.8 (24) • $$$

"What a fun experience! Enjoyed the cookies very much! Great to have in palm coast! Different cookies every week! Must try more!"

Paleteria Magia Fresca

★★★★☆ 4.4 (11)

"We stopped by for a quick dessert on our way through Jax. This place was very clean and they had all their paletas right there to choose from. We got 3 different flavors and they all had large chunks of fresh fruit in them. They were nice and smooth and easy to bite. Not icy at all. We also got a horchata and it was not only huge but super rich and had the perfect amount of spice to it. We will come back next time we're in Jax again."