Top 5 Places to Get Dessert Near North Bay Road
Brace yourself for the sweetest detour into gelato, pastries, and other sugar-fueled surprises just minutes from North Bay Road, a legendary stretch of million-dollar retreats on Miami Beach.
Put your self-control to the test as you dive into the most drool-worthy desserts around North Bay Road, a pocket of real estate considered to be one of the wealthiest communities in South Florida.
Famous for its celebrity-caliber mansions and multimillion-dollar real estate deals, living on North Bay Road is a statement of exclusivity and prestige with its continuous stretch of palatial waterfront mansions and estate homes, including a few inland masterpieces, lined one after another and outfitted with all the bells and whistles that one would expect in a high-end residence.
And North Bay Road's easily accessible waterfront location? It's another reason why it's turning heads!
You see, while this luxurious avenue hosts some of the most expensive properties in Miami Beach, it's far from secluded, especially in desserts!
Decadent pastries, handcrafted gelato, over-the-top milkshakes that push the limits of physics, and more — the dessert scene near North Bay Road proves that indulgence isn't just reserved for the real estate.
Here are the top 5 dessert places you can try while you're here (in no particular order).
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1666 Lenox Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33139
✅ Dine-in - ✅ Takeout - ✅ Delivery - ✅ Outdoor Dining
If you believe that butter, flour, and a little magic are the foundation of happiness, find YOURS at Rosetta Bakery, an authentic Italian pasticceria offering handcrafted pastries and oven-fresh delights just 6 minutes from North Bay Road.
Created to bring Italy's rich baking traditions to Miami, Rosetta Bakery is designed to give diners a bite-sized trip to Milan through a menu brimming with fresh-off-the-oven creations, from delicately layered cornetti (Italy's take on the croissant) to golden bomboloni overflowing with silky pastry cream.
Rosetta Bakery also boasts buttery tarts, beautifully crafted cakes, and rustic focaccia, making it an easy favorite for morning pastry runs and mid-afternoon sweet cravings.
And because we all know that coffee and pastries are a package deal, have your treat with a velvety cappuccino or a bold, no-nonsense espresso and transform your daily café visit into a full-fledged Italian moment!
So, grab a seat, take that first bite, and let Rosetta Bakery remind you that some of life's best moments are best served warm and dusted with sugar.
It's only a few blocks away!
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1688 Jefferson Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
✅ Dine-in - ✅ Takeout - ✅ Delivery - ✅ Outdoor Dining
For unique desserts leaning toward big, bold, and absolutely OUTRAGEOUS, check out Legendary Milkshake Bar, a larger-than-life dessert spot known for gravity-defying shakes just 6 minutes from North Bay Road.
Far from the average milkshake stand, Legendary Milkshake Bar promises to match your iconic address with an all-out spectacle in a cup made with towering swirls of whipped cream, candy-coated rims, and toppings that defy physics (yes, that's a whole slice of cake on top).
We're talking about a sugar-fueled dreamland with a menu overflowing with flavors like Cookie Doughlicious, Birthday Cake, and a decadently over-the-top Campfire S'mores that can double as a filling meal!
And if milkshakes aren't enough, Legendary Milkshake Bar also features gooey brownies, stuffed cookies, and expertly curated sundaes to keep you hooked every day of the week!
No, moderation won't be part of your plan — but milkshakes the size of your head definitely are.
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211 Lincoln Rd, Miami Beach, FL 33139
✅ Dine-in - ✅ Takeout - ✅ Delivery - ✅ Outdoor Dining
There are gelato shops, and then there's I Scream Gelato – Miami, a playful, sugar-fueled oasis with flavors are as bold as its neon-lit vibe, located an 8-minute drive from North Bay Road.
Step inside and find a display case showing off gelato flavors with different personalities, handcrafted daily with imported ingredients from Italy and in a lineup that reads like a dessert lover's dream.
Here, Nutella, Tiramisu, and Dulce de Leche hold their ground next to more unexpected flavors like Bubblegum, Red Velvet, and Cotton Candy, and if you want to take things up a notch, load your order onto a bubble waffle cone or have it blended into a thick milkshake — because chewing and licking are overrated!
Add I Scream Gelato's 90s fever dream theme to the mix, and those bright pink walls, neon signage, and playful décor ensure your visit is as Instagrammable as your dessert.
Spoons up, cones ready — at I Scream Gelato, the only wrong choice is not getting a second scoop.
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1656 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
✅ Dine-in - ✅ Takeout - ✅ Delivery - ✅ Outdoor Dining
Desserts should never be an afterthought, and at IT Italian Trattoria, just an 8-minute drive from North Bay Road, they're equally important as the main course!
Known as one of Miami Beach's top Italian trattorias (with over 12k Google reviews and a rating of 4.8 stars, mind you!), IT Italian Trattoria COLLINS boasts a selection of eats that put a spotlight on the old-school Italian flair, spearheaded by handmade pasta dishes, wood-fired pizzas, and, of course, desserts straight out of a Roman café.
Our favorites? It would be, hands down, IT Italian Trattoria's tiramisu, panna cotta, and pistachio gelato — three unparalleled desserts that have contributed to IT Italian Trattoria's stellar reputation, online and offline!
Pair it all with a bold espresso or an after-dinner limoncello, and it's a no-brainer!
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1434 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
✅ Dine-in - ✅ Takeout - ✅ Delivery - ✅ Outdoor Dining
Most will agree that a good gelato scoop can turn any day around.
But why settle for your usual spot when you can have an art form in a cup (or cone!) at Mammamia Gelato Italiano, a new-age gelato shop just 10 minutes from North Bay Road?
Here, they churn tradition into every batch, crafting velvety gelato with handpicked ingredients and care that can make you forget store-bought ice cream forever.
And don't get us started on their flavors!
At Mammamia Gelato, you can choose from a lineup of classic Italian staples and playful surprises, from silky pistachio and rich stracciatella to tropical passionfruit and a dangerously addictive Nutella swirl.
Looking for something next-level? Have a go at Mammamia Gelato's Sicilian-style gelato brioche sandwich!
Soft, buttery, and stuffed with the scoop (or two) of your choice, it's part dessert, part breakfast excuse, and 100% worth every bite.
Indeed, Mammamia Gelato Italiano proves that some cravings are best answered in Italian.
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