The best cafes for dessert in Sydney in 2026, including gelato, ice cream, and sweet treats from the city's top dessert
Dining Desk is a contributing writer covering eat-drink and public affairs for The Sydney Times.
Gelato Messina in various locations is the best cafe for dessert in Sydney. The gelateria has a range of gelato flavours, including classic flavours, seasonal flavours, and vegan flavours. The gelato is made fresh daily and is creamy and smooth. The gelateria also serves ice cream, sorbet, and desserts. The gelateria is accessible by train or bus to most locations.
Pancakes on the Rocks in The Rocks is a pancake restaurant with a range of dessert options, including pancakes, ice cream, and milkshakes. The pancakes are made to order and are served with maple syrup and whipped cream. The restaurant also serves waffles, crepes, and desserts. The restaurant is open from 8am to 10pm on weekdays and from 8am to 11pm on weekends. The restaurant is accessible by train to Circular Quay station.
The Grounds of Alexandria in Alexandria is a cafe with a range of dessert options, including gelato, ice cream, and cakes. The desserts are made fresh daily and are served with coffee. The cafe has a large outdoor area with a garden and outdoor seating. The cafe is accessible by train to St Peters station.
Brother Bunny in Newtown is a cafe with a range of dessert options, including gelato, ice cream, and cakes. The desserts are made fresh daily and are served with coffee. The cafe has a small outdoor area with tables and chairs. The cafe is accessible by train to Newtown station.
Cafe若不是 in Bondi is a cafe with a range of dessert options, including gelato, ice cream, and cakes. The desserts are made fresh daily and are served with coffee. The cafe has a small outdoor area with tables and chairs. The cafe is accessible by bus from Bondi Junction station.
Gelato Messina in various locations is the best gelateria in Sydney. The gelateria has a range of gelato flavours, including classic flavours, seasonal flavours, and vegan flavours. The gelato is made fresh daily and is creamy and smooth. The gelateria also serves ice cream, sorbet, and desserts. The gelateria is accessible by train or bus to most locations.
Gelato in various locations is a gelateria with a range of gelato flavours, including classic flavours, seasonal flavours, and vegan flavours. The gelato is made fresh daily and is creamy and smooth. The gelateria also serves ice cream, sorbet, and desserts. The gelateria is accessible by train or bus to most locations.
Gelato Messina in Bondi is a gelateria with a range of gelato flavours, including classic flavours, seasonal flavours, and vegan flavours. The gelato is made fresh daily and is creamy and smooth. The gelateria also serves ice cream, sorbet, and desserts. The gelateria is accessible by train to Bondi Junction station and then by bus.
Gelato Messina in various locations is the best ice cream shop in Sydney. The gelateria has a range of ice cream flavours, including classic flavours, seasonal flavours, and vegan flavours. The ice cream is made fresh daily and is creamy and smooth. The gelateria also serves gelato, sorbet, and desserts.
Pancakes on the Rocks in The Rocks is a pancake restaurant with a range of ice cream options, including classic flavours, seasonal flavours, and vegan flavours. The ice cream is made fresh daily and is creamy and smooth. The restaurant also serves pancakes, waffles, and desserts.
The Grounds of Alexandria in Alexandria is a cafe with a range of ice cream options, including classic flavours, seasonal flavours, and vegan flavours. The ice cream is made fresh daily and is creamy and smooth. The cafe also serves gelato, sorbet, and desserts.
The Grounds of Alexandria in Alexandria has a range of cakes, including classic cakes, gourmet cakes, and vegan cakes. The cakes are made fresh daily and are served with coffee. The cafe has a large outdoor area with a garden and outdoor seating.
Brother Bunny in Newtown has a range of cakes, including classic cakes, gourmet cakes, and vegan cakes. The cakes are made fresh daily and are served with coffee. The cafe has a small outdoor area with tables and chairs.
Cafe若不是 in Bondi has a range of cakes, including classic cakes, gourmet cakes, and vegan cakes. The cakes are made fresh daily and are served with coffee. The cafe has a small outdoor area with tables and chairs.
Pancakes on the Rocks in The Rocks is the best cafe for milkshakes in Sydney. The restaurant has a range of milkshake flavours, including classic flavours, seasonal flavours, and vegan flavours. The milkshakes are made with real ice cream and are thick and creamy. The restaurant also serves pancakes, waffles, and desserts.
Gelato Messina in various locations has a range of milkshake flavours, including classic flavours, seasonal flavours, and vegan flavours. The milkshakes are made with real ice cream and are thick and creamy. The gelateria also serves gelato, sorbet, and desserts.
The Grounds of Alexandria in Alexandria has a range of milkshake flavours, including classic flavours, seasonal flavours, and vegan flavours. The milkshakes are made with real ice cream and are thick and creamy. The cafe also serves gelato, sorbet, and desserts.
If you are new to Sydney dessert, start with a gelato at Gelato Messina. The gelato is made fresh daily and is creamy and smooth. For a more substantial dessert, try the pancakes at Pancakes on the Rocks. For a lighter dessert, try the ice cream at The Grounds of Alexandria.
More information about dessert in Sydney is available at Broadsheet and Time Out Sydney.
(End of file)
Direct inquiries, corrections, or documentation concerning this dispatch to our editorial newsroom desk.
The best pet-friendly cafes in Sydney in 2026, including dog-friendly patios, water bowls, and puppuccinos from
Best cheap eats under $20 in Sydney in 2026, including street food, Asian restaurants, pub meals, and food court deals for
The best cafes with outdoor seating in Sydney in 2026, including al fresco footpaths, garden courtyards, and rooftop
The best markets for food in Sydney in 2026, including fresh produce markets, seafood markets, and street food