Monday, August 31, 2026

The Top 11 Dessert Shops in Los Angeles

The best dessert shops in Los Angeles, by the professional record: The Infatuation, Eater, and Bon Appétit have all weighed in, and their honors are what rank this list. California Donuts comes out on top.

Pijja Palace and Budonoki hold the next two places. Eater shows up on more of this list than any other guide, with Bon Appétit next.



  1. Rank 3. Budonoki

    Japanese





  2. Rank 5. Hokey Pokey LA

    New Zealand Dessert



  3. Rank 5. Indigo Cow

    Japanese




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