Sweet Delights Down Under: Where to Get Desserts in Adelaide
Adelaide’s dessert game is strong, and we’re here to spill the beans on the mouthwatering magic of spots like Astonish Patisserie and Shibui Dessert Bar.
Don’t get dessert FOMO. This article will help satisfy your sweetest cravings!
Cielo
Address: Adelaide Arcade, Shop 31, 112/118 Grenfell St, Adelaide, SA 5000
Operating Hours:
- Mon – Closed
- Tue to Sat – 8 am to 3 pm
- Sun – Closed
Cielo brings luscious modern desserts to the table. Their roasted quince and rhubarb Danishes deliver a delightful balance of fruity sweetness with a hint of tartness.
If you opt for the salted caramel and toffee banana Danish, you’ll savor the rich, caramelized sweetness of ripe bananas.
For those who prefer dark chocolate, their almond tart is a decadent journey through the intense, bittersweet world of dark chocolate. It’s beautifully contrasted by the nutty undertones of almonds.
| Tip: Visit during an event, like cake promos and high tea specials. |
Love, Stephy Dessert Cafe
Address: Shop 3/62-68 Hindley St, Adelaide, SA 5000
Operating Hours:
- Mon to Thu – 7 am to 4 pm
- Fri – 7 am to 10 pm
- Sat – 12 pm to 10 pm
- Sun – Closed
Our ultimate pick at Love, Stephy Dessert Cafe is Cake by the Ocean. This treat is a dreamy combination of yogurt mousse’s creaminess, strawberry gel’s zing, and rhubarb compote’s tartness.
Our team also can’t have enough of the La Vie en Rose Cake. This tempting creation combines the delicate flavors of rose, the exotic twist of lychee, and the luxurious richness of ruby chocolate.
And if you’re looking for the ultimate trifecta of strawberry, pistachio, and vanilla, the fraisier cake is where it’s at.
| Tip: This cafe has a romantic vibe. Bring your partner for a date! |
Astonish Patisserie
Address: 393 King William St, Adelaide, SA 5000
Contact Details: (08) 8123 4646
Operating Hours:
- Mon – Closed
- Tue to Sun – 5:30 pm to 10 pm
We were truly astonished by Astonish Patisserie’s delectable lineup of fruity and sweet pleasures on a plate.
Their mango grapefruit coconut sago soup, for example, is a blend of tropical goodness with sweet and tangy notes of ripe mango and grapefruit and the creaminess of coconut.
Next is the strawberry cheesecake shaved ice, a frosty sensation with strawberry cheesecake’s lusciousness.
| Tip: Ask the staff for the daily special. It’s not on the menu. |
St Louis
Address: 19 Gouger St, Adelaide, SA 5000
Contact Details: (08) 8212 2621
Operating Hours:
- Mon to Thu – 7:30 am to 10 pm
- Fri – 7:30 am to 11 pm
- Sat – 9 am to 11 pm
- Sun – 9 am to 10 pm
If you’re craving European desserts, St. Louis has your taste buds sweetly covered. The Frangelico affogato here is a total knockout; it’s French vanilla gelato with a fresh espresso coating and a generous splash of Frangelico liqueur.
We also enjoyed the St. Louis fondue. It’s warm Belgian waffles and hot cinnamon churros in a pool of creamy milk chocolate topped with plump strawberries.
Then there’s the strawberry Nutella crepe—a thin, delicate crepe filled with ripe strawberries and slathered with velvety Nutella. It’s drizzled with milk chocolate, so each bite delivers creamy, sweet, and fruity flavors.
| Tip: Download their app for perks like discounts and up-to-date menu info. |
Han’s Patisserie 礼三好
Address: 96 Wright St, Adelaide, SA 5000
Contact Details: 0491 061 215
Operating Hours:
- Mon – Closed
- Tue to Thu – 11 am to 6 pm
- Fri to Sat – 11 am to 7:30 pm
- Sun – 11 am to 6 pm
Han’s Patisserie 礼三好 serves traditional Chinese and Korean specialty cakes. Their authentic watermelon fruit cake is a fresh, velvety, and perfectly sweet Chinese treat you can’t miss.
Then there’s the Millie crepe cake—a tower of delicate crepes stacked and layered with flavors like rainbow vanilla, matcha, durian, and strawberry.
Their Korean flower cakes are also a sweet tooth’s dream. These mouthwatering treats boast glutinous rice flour, honey, and the edible petals of seasonal flowers.
| Tip: Inquire about the available flavors, as not everything is always available. |
Seoul Sweetie
Address: 270 Morphett St, Adelaide, SA 5000
Contact Details: 0426 945 164
Operating Hours:
- Mon – Closed
- Tue to Sun – 6:30 am to 10:30 pm
Seoul Sweetie’s banging bingsus should stay on top of your must-try desserts list. The masterpiece here is the blueberry yogurt bingsu, featuring Gippsland yogurt sorbet, a drizzle of blueberry condensed milk, and homemade blueberry compote.
Next on their dessert list is the red grapes bingsu. This confectionery creation is slathered with a bokbunja puree, juicy red grapes, and strawberry coconut jelly.
And for those who like their desserts to be Instagram-worthy, there’s the cotton candy grape bingsu. It features milky ice piled high with cotton candy grape puree, a wobble of coconut jelly, and a cloud of fresh cotton candy grape.
| Tip: Their special desserts change seasonally, so remember to ask the staff what’s available. |
Shibui Dessert Bar
Address: Shop 2/160 Grote St, Adelaide, SA 5000
Operating Hours:
- Mon to Tue – Closed
- Wed to Thu – 6 pm to 9:30 pm
Can you really resist Shibu Dessert Bar’s picturesque and exquisite small bites?
We couldn’t, especially their mochi donut sundae with honey soft serve and macarons featuring flavors like Biscoff, Thai milk tea, and fairy bread.
Plus, they have an amazing mocha cake. This dessert has the enticing flavors of sable, hazelnut ganache, Bailey’s mousse, chocolate praline, and more!
| Tip: You can keep yourself informed about their most recent products by registering your email on their website. |
Meet Dessert 芋见
Address: 61A Gouger St, Adelaide, SA 500
Contact Details: (08) 7226 0088
Operating Hours: Daily – 12 pm to 10 pm
It’s always cool at Meet Dessert 芋见 with all their frosty snow flake specialties, Taiwanese treats featuring shaved ice with a variety of sweet toppings.
The strawberry milk snow flake is pure strawberry and milky bliss, offering a sweet, tangy, and creamy punch. Their honeydew milk snow flake is a refreshing melon explosion, delivering sweet and floral notes that transported us to a tropical island.
Our top pick, though, goes to the brown pearl milk snow flake. It’s a creamy, caramel-like indulgence with chewy brown pearls adding a twist to every spoonful.
| Tip: Experiment with the toppings. They have nuts, fruits, candies, and more! |
Phoenix Sweets Cakery
Address: 113 King William Rd, Unley, SA 5061
Contact Details: 0475 811 313
Operating Hours:
- Mon – 10 am to 4 pm
- Tue – Closed
- Wed to Sat – 10 am to 4 pm
- Sun – Closed
You butter believe the fantastic flavors of Phoenix Sweets Caker’s butter cakes. Their tutti frutti cake is the cherry on top of our kids’ parties; it’s infused with a rainbow of vibrant fruit flavors kiddos love.
The Nutella butter cake is also game-changing. Velvety Nutella is spread between layers of decadent cake, and each slice is creamy and hazelnut-infused.
| Tip: The cakes’ designs can be customized. Give this cake shop a call or a visit and tell them how you want your cake to look. |
S Candy Bar
Address: 127a Gouger St, Adelaide, SA 5000
Operating Hours:
- Mon to Wed – 7 pm to 11 pm
- Thu – Closed
- Fri to Sat – 7 pm to 12 am
- Sun – 7 pm to 11 pm
S Candy Bar’s wallet-friendly contemporary cakes are worth the visit.
Our go-to is the Basque chestnut cheesecake slice, a rich, creamy indulgence with a nutty, earthy, and subtly salty flavor.
Their Basque strawberry cheesecake is a hit among our kids. This one is a fruity sensation with a creamy cheesecake base crowned with garden-fresh strawberries.
| Tip: Their ice cream selection changes daily. Message their Insta to know what is currently available. |
Chocolatree
Address: 25 O’Connell St, North Adelaide, SA 5006
Contact Details: (08) 8367 0443
Operating Hours:
- Mon – 5 pm to 11 pm
- Tue to Thu – 10 am to 11 pm
- Fri to Sat – 10 am to 12 am
- Sun – 10 am to 11 pm
Chocolatree took us on a chocolatey ride, one we choc fans will gladly do again. Their OB’Session with Oreo brownies, cookies, and cream ice cream made us so obsessed.
They also whip up a heavenly gluten-free chocolate cake. We got rich dark chocolate cake slices, a pool of vanilla anglaise, and fresh strawberries, enhanced by a decadent Belgian chocolate finish.
And don’t worry, vegans, Chocolatree got your back with their vegan chocolate brownies that are so rich and fudgy, you won’t even miss the dairy.
| Tip: If you’re considering starting a business, you can apply for a Chocolatree franchise. You can find the details here. |
Gelatissimo Gouger St
Address: 101 Gouger St, Adelaide, SA 5000
Contact Details: (08) 8211 7774
Operating Hours:
- Mon to Thu – 12 pm to 10 pm
- Fri – 12 pm to 10:30 pm
- Sun – 12 pm to 10 pm
Gelatissimo’s gelatos are a scoop of dessert paradise. We love the chunky New York cheesecake, a cheesecake-flavored gelato.
The decadent cookie dough gelato is another top-seller. This gelato simply goes wild with choc chip chunks, cookie dough, and caramel fudge.
And for all you coffee aficionados, the espresso macadamia gelato might be your jam. It’s a coffee break and dessert with espresso gelato, a succulent chocolate swirl, and salted macadamias.
| Tip: You can order online if you don’t have time to visit the shop. The delivery time if you’re just in the CBD is around 10 to 20 minutes. |
Waffle & Coffee
Address: 2/20-24 Leigh St, Adelaide, SA 5000
Contact Details: (08) 8231 7677
Operating Hours:
- Mon – 2 pm to 8 pm
- Tue to Thu – 2 pm to 10 pm
- Fri to Sat – 12 pm to 11 pm
- Sun – Closed
For those on the hunt for some wicked waffles, Waffle & Coffee is the real deal. Sink your teeth into their cookie and cream waffle with ice cream and crushed Oreo cookies.
If you’re leaning more toward fruity flavors, savor the half-fruit waffle. You’ll get a half-sized waffle teeming with fresh strawberries, tangy kiwi, and sweet banana.
We must also mention the classic Nutella and banana waffle. It’s a warm waffle smothered in gooey Nutella, topped with slices of ripe banana, and crowned with a generous scoop of ice cream.
| Tips: Mix the fruit and candy toppings and see what combination tastes better. Feast on your desserts at this cafe’s shaded outdoor dining spot for a more refreshing experience. |
48 Flavors
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Address: 78 Gouger St, Adelaide, SA 5000
Contact Details: (08) 7073 5751
Operating Hours:
- Tue to Thu – 12 pm to 10 pm
- Fri to Sat – 12 pm to 10:30 pm
- Sun – 12 pm to 10 pm
When it comes to gelato, the award-winning 48 Flavors isn’t playing around.
Tasting their pear and Gorgonzola gelato with Gorgonzola cheese, organic figs, and toasted walnuts is something every foodie must experience.
For those seeking a taste of the unexpected, there’s the strawberry and basil gelato. This unique mix has ripe strawberries getting a kick of freshness from fragrant basil, creating a combo that’s both sweet and herbaceous.
| Tips: If you’re having a party, order their bigger gelato cakes. You can hire this restaurant for private occasions like birthdays and birthday showers. The carts they’ll bring to your event have all of their 48 gelatos. |
Eggless Dessert Cafe
Address: 162 Goodwood Rd, Goodwood, SA 5034
Contact Details: (08) 8272 0777
Operating Hours:
- Mon – Closed
- Tue to Thu – 7:30 pm to 11 pm
- Fri to Sat – 7:30 pm to 12 am
- Sun – Closed
If you thought eggless desserts don’t deliver a flavor punch, Eggless Dessert Cafe is here to prove you dead wrong.
Take their strawberry and mango crumble, for instance, a top-tier treat with sweet strawberries and ripe mangoes under a golden almond crumble.
But if you’re in the mood for a choco-tastic adventure, the raspberry and chocolate cheese brownie is a gem. It’s a dense brownie with chocolate fudge and raspberry compote.
| Tip: Visit their website to see their upcoming events like promos for desserts and drinks. |
San Churro
Address: Shop 5/300 Rundle St, Adelaide, SA 5000
Contact Details: (08) 7079 5300
Operating Hours:
- Mon to Thu – 10 am to 11:30 pm
- Fri to Sat – 10 am to 1 pm
- Sun – 10 am to 11:30 pm
Craving top-quality churros? Go for San Churros’ grazing box, a party starter full of mini churros, fresh strawberries, marshmallows, pretzels, and choc dips.
If you want something nutty, check out their choc-hazelnut churro cooked to golden brown perfection and filled with sweet, earthy, and ooey-gooey chocolate and hazelnut.
If you have little ones, try the complete strawberry cheesecake churros snack pack containing mini churros drizzled with white chocolate and strawberry coulis.
| Tip: Downloading their app can give you exclusive rewards and perks like discounts. |
