Got a hankering for desserts?
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable dessert spots in Berkeley, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to meet your needs.
1. Cinnaholic
Topping the list is Cinnaholic. Located at 2132 Oxford St. (between Allston Way and West Entrance) in Downtown Berkeley, the bakery and vegan spot, which offers desserts and more, is the most popular budget-friendly dessert spot in Berkeley, boasting 4.5 stars out of 1,579 reviews on Yelp.
Cinnaholic has locations scattered across the United States and Canada. The spot serves up signature cinnamon rolls, which come in custom flavors like blueberry pie, strawberries and cream and cookie monster. Other bakery items on the menu include brownies, chocolate chip cookies and cookie dough.
Check out the rest of the menu here.
2. Cream
Next up is CREAM, situated at 2399 Telegraph Ave. (between Channing Way and Durant Avenue). With four stars out of 2,271 reviews on Yelp, the caterer spot, which offers desserts and ice cream and frozen yogurt, has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a budget-friendly option.
This ice cream franchise has locations in California, Colorado and Florida. Budget-conscious diners may opt for a brownie, a cookie or a Do’sant (donut and croissant combo) from the bakery case. Going with a friend? Split an ice cream sandwich, and pick your cookie base, ice cream center (choose from nearly 30 flavors) and toppings (candy, sprinkles, cereal or nuts).
Check out all your options here.
3. Sweet Adeline Bakeshop
Sweet Adeline Bakeshop, located at 3350 Adeline St. (between 62nd and 63rd streets), is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the inexpensive bakery, which offers coffee and tea, desserts and more, 4.5 stars out of 642 reviews.
This bakery is known for its special-order cakes for wedding and other events. But more affordable sweet selections offered daily include cupcakes, cinnamon buns, bread, scones and cookies.
Find the full menu here.
4. Little Gem Belgian Waffles
Little Gem Belgian Waffles, a spot to score desserts, ice cream and frozen yogurt and waffles, is another much-loved, budget-friendly go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 389 Yelp reviews. Head over to 2468-A Telegraph Ave. (between Haste Street and Dwight Way.) to see for yourself.
This spot serves up Belgian waffles (made with a yeast dough rather than a batter) from scratch. You can create your own waffle combos by selecting sweet and savory toppings like chocolate, fruit, chicken, bacon or nuts. Nothing on the menu will break the bank, so go for the Jewel Worthy (Nutella, fresh strawberries, ice cream) or the April in Belgium (caramel, sliced almonds and ice cream).
5. Endless Summer Sweets
Over in Downtown Berkeley, check out Endless Summer Sweets, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 337 reviews on Yelp. Dig in at the specialty food spot, which offers desserts and more, by heading over to 2370 Shattuck Ave. (between Channing Way and Durant Avenue).
This spot will satisfy you carnival cravings, serving up funnel cakes, cotton candy, caramel apples and deep fried Oreos and Twinkies. Yelpers recommend ordering the kettle corn or a funnel cake (regular or mini) with toppings like powdered sugar, M&Ms, ice cream, whipped cream, chocolate, nuts or fresh fruit.
Check out the full menu here.
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