Desserts - Best of 2016

Published Aug 25, 2016

Let's face it, with the number of sweet treats at our fingertips, it's a good time to have a be a dessert connoisseur. These local dessert shops make everything from gourmet cupcakes and exotic chocolates to delicious pies and exotic international pastries. With all of these options, we're thankful that Hot List voters have vetted the best of the best.

Winner

2016 Winner

1. Fear's Confections

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"There are always the standards: dark and milk peanut butter cups, dark and milk salted or unsalted caramels, and the..." via Katie W.

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1. Fear's Confections

Nominee for: Desserts

15208 Madison Avenue, World Map Lakewood, OH

"…There are always the standards: dark and milk peanut butter cups, dark and milk salted or unsalted caramels, and the assorted nerdy chocolates, but my…"
2. Brandt's Candies

Nominee for: Desserts

1238 Lost Nation Rd, World Map Willoughby, OH

"…It is always nice to frequent a family owned business, especially when you always leave with a delicious treat in your hand and a feeling like you can…"
3. Malley's Chocolates

Nominee for: Desserts, Ice Cream Shop

Multiple locations

"…I took my husband to the North Olmsted location for his 40th birthday. He grew up in Parma and had never been here, can you imagine? At first he did n…"
4. The Cute Little Cake Shop

Nominee for: Cupcakes, Desserts, Wedding Favors

15131 Pearl Rd, World Map Strongsville, OH

"…So adorable! Tons of varieties from cake balls, cake pops and cupcakes to chocolate strawberries, cookies, and chocolate pretzels! Custom decorating a…"
5. Mama Jo Homestyle Pies

Nominee for: Desserts

1969 Cooper Foster Park Rd, Amherst, OH

"…they just taste so good ! and the raspberry reminds me of my aunt shirley's. Makes me smile every time. Thank you !!! Jeff…"
6. Gray House Pies

Nominee for: Desserts, Bakery

26075 Detroit Road , World Map Westlake, OH

"…We recently got married and instead of a wedding cake...had individual pies! The guys at Gray House not only do incredible pies, but they packaged th…"
7. B.A. Sweetie Candy Company

Nominee for: Desserts

6770 Brookpark Road, Old Brooklyn Cleveland, OH

"…Huge selection of candy. If you can't find it here you probably won't find it at all. Love this place. When I get visitors to Cleveland I take them to…"
8. Sweet Designs Chocolatier

Nominee for: Desserts

16100 Detroit Ave, Lakewood, OH

"…Her sweets just melt in your mouth. Nothing but the best here and it is well worth the trip. I live nearby and it is hard to drive past and not stop. …"
9. Lilly Handmade Chocolates

Nominee for: Desserts

761 Starkweather Ave, Tremont Cleveland, OH

"…Four of us (2 from MI, 1 from TX and 1 from MS) enjoyed a very fun girl's weekend (September 20-21), in Cleveland! While there, we had the good fortun…"
10. Vita Urbana

Nominee for: Gourmet Grocery, New American, Desserts

1200 West 76th Street, Detroit-Shoreway Cleveland, OH

"…Trendy NEW hotspot on the Westside the Vibe is Relax and Enjoy. Artisan market in the back features Private labels and the daily necessities Coffee, …"
11. Farkas Pastry Shoppe

Nominee for: Desserts, Bakery

2700 Lorain Ave, Ohio City Cleveland, OH

"…Farkas has an amazing bakery with their Napoleans, mousse cups, lemon bars, and dobos tortes!!! Top-notch quality at a reasonable price with friendly…"
12. Coquette Patisserie

Nominee for: Desserts

11607 Euclid Avenue, University Cleveland, OH

"…These desserts ROCK! Check out Coquette at Shaker's Square Farmer's Market.…"
13. Suzin L. Chocolatier

Nominee for: Desserts

230 Broad St, Elyria, OH

"…Best! Had most of the competition and even mary's chocolate in Belgium (known as the best in world) and still prefer this chocolate! Nothing like it!…"
14. Top Tier Cakes

Nominee for: Bakery, Wedding Cakes, Cupcakes

25971 Detroit Road, World Map Westlake, OH

"…Top Tier Cakes made our wedding cake. It was absolutely delicious!!! Fresh raspberry purée, lemon cake with buttercream frosting. And Ashley decorated…"
15. Pie, Oh My! Cleveland

Nominee for: Desserts

2818 Bridge Avenue, Ohio City Cleveland, OH

"…Amazing pies!!!…"
15. Colozza's Bakery

Nominee for: Bakery, Wedding Cakes, Desserts

5880 Ridge Road, Cleveland, OH

"…You will not find a better bakery than Colozza's, my family has been buying cakes from them for as long as I can remember. My sister bought her weddi…"
17. The Red Berry's Candy Shop

Nominee for: Desserts

3098 hubbard rd, Madison, OH

"…They have the most variety of every type of candy. In addition, if you have any questions, they are friendly but not pushy. They have an interest in…"
17. The Cleveland Chocolate Bar

Nominee for: Desserts

347 Euclid Avenue, Downtown Cleveland, OH

"…Hope you win your Friends from the Cork-N-Bottle! Competing in Best Pizza and Best Neighborhood Bar.…"
19. The Bom

Nominee for: Desserts

2249 Elm Avenue, Ohio City Cleveland, OH

"…The best truffles in the Cleveland area!…"
All City Candy

Nominee for: Desserts

746 Richmond Road, World Map Cleveland, OH

"…Every kind of candy you can ever imagine is here! Loads of fun and a sure cure for your sweet tooth!…"
Chill Pop Shop

Nominee for: Desserts

Cleveland, OH

"…This is my cousin! Share the #irishlove…"
MItchells Fine Candies

Nominee for: Desserts

2285 Lee Rd, Cleveland Heights, OH

"…A must-visit for anyone as they pass through the neighborhood. It's a special treat to visit around the winter holidays, valentine's day, or Easter ti…"
Merties Hungarian Strudle

Nominee for: Desserts

6606 Smith Rd, Cleveland, OH

"…Her Strudles & other speciality pastries are absolutely WONDERFUL!!!!…"
The Cake and Candy Center

Nominee for: Desserts

10539 Northfield Rd, Northfield, OH

"…Excellent wedding cakes as well.…"
Bella's Chocolates

Nominee for: Desserts

6933 Pearl Rd, Cleveland, OH

"…Bella's can't be beat, If you like awesome chocolate and gift baskets you need to visit Bella's. The difference between Bella's and other candy stor…"