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The best dessert spots in New York with kids.

Every one from my own visits, updated September 2026. 13 places.

The first time I tried in New York City to Visit with Kids. I ended up at a tourist trap and swore I’d find the real deal. Not all of them live up to the hype, though. Dozens of visits later, I finally have a list I’m genuinely proud of.

The Big Apple is known for its lavish and incredible sweets and children can’t help but fall victim to the tempting treats. In the hopes of helping some parents out, we took it upon ourselves to create a list of the best desserts for kids in NYC.

Antonina PattizI went to every one · how I decide

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  1. Black Tap BurgerRestaurant · SoHo & MidtownBlack Tap Craft Burgers & Beer gained popularity largely thanks to the absurd milkshakes they make.
  2. Dominique Ansel BakeryBakery · SoHoDominque Ansel takes the cake in.
  3. Funny Face BakeryBakery · SoHo & Financial DistrictNot only are the cookies here some of the best desserts in NYC for kids, but the artistry skills are next level.
  4. Junior's CheesecakeRestaurant · MidtownJunior’s Cheesecake in Times Square is arguably one of the most well-known dessert spots in New York City to take your kids on a date.
  5. Magnolia BakeryBakery · Multiple LocationsThe world-famous banana pudding has a cult-like following and it’s not hard to see why.
  6. Maison PickleRestaurant · Upper West SideI have no doubt that this one of the best desserts in NYC for kids.
  7. Milk BarBakery · Multiple LocationsIn terms of the best dessert in NYC for kids, it’s hard to go wrong with the cereal-milk soft serve.
  8. Serendipity 3Restaurant · Upper East SideOne of my personal favorite dessert spots in NYC with kids is Serendipity 3.
  9. ChikaLicious Dessert BarRestaurant · East VillageCombining three classic treats; churros, s’mores & ice cream, we get the masterpiece that is one of the best desserts in New York City for kids.
  10. Mister DipsRestaurant · Financial DistrictThe specialty soft-serve cones are incredible as well as amusing to look at.
  11. Spot Dessert BarRestaurant · East VillageOpened in 2009, Spot Dessert Bar takes classic confectionaries and adds a twist, creating some of the best desserts in New York City, especially for kids.
  12. Taiyaki NYCRestaurant · Chinatown & WilliamsburgAt Taiyaki, one of the best kid-friendly desserts in NYC is their fish-tail ice cream.
  13. Wafels & DingesRestaurant · Multiple LocationsOffering an impressive menu chock-full of sugary combinations, the waffles at Wafels & Dinges are some of the best desserts in NYC with kids.

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10 neighborhoods, Multiple Locations and East Village most of all.

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East Village

Chinatown & Williamsburg

Financial District

Midtown

SoHo

SoHo & Financial District

SoHo & Midtown

Upper East Side

Upper West Side

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The full guide, with the ones that didn't make it and why: 16 Dessert Spots in New York City to Visit with Kids.