Sweet Treats: Our Guide to Tasy Treats in Westchester
What’s life without a sweet little treat to get you through the day? It’s probably a little dull and not as sweet. Sometimes, the best way to get through the week is to treat yourself to a little something special. And heading out for a sweet treat is our favorite way to have a fun date with our littles. In Westchester, we have so many family-friendly shops that are perfect for the entire family, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable experience for all. If you’re looking for a place to snag a sweet little treat this summer, we’re bringing you twenty Westchester shops worth checking out. Here’s our guide to sweet treats in Westchester.
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Guide to Sweet Treats in Westchester
Mama Mia Dessert Bar, Rye
Westchester’s first Taiyaki and dessert bar in Rye offers a variety of delicious and photo-worthy Japanese treats. Families looking to get a sweet treat for every member of the family should head to this dessert bar. Their extensive menu includes taiyaki ice cream, Gelato, Mochi donuts, Korean Corn Dogs, Shaved Snow, and specialty boba milk teas. 104 S Ridge St, Rye Brook, NY 10573
Longford’s Ice Cream
In 1992, Nolan and Patricia West founded Longford’s Ice Cream in Westchester County, starting in Port Chester, NY. The company transitioned from retail to wholesale and settled in Rye, NY, before moving wholesale production to Stamford, CT, in 2017. Longford’s continues to produce small-batch ice cream for retail and wholesale distribution.
Longford’s flavor lineup includes classic flavors like vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry and favorites like Oreo Bomb and Cookie Monster, which anyone with a sweet tooth would love. Head to Longford’s in Rye and Larchmont to get a scoop of this delicious ice cream: 4 Elm Pl, Rye, NY 10580, and 1941 Palmer Avenue, Larchmont, NY.
The Snackery Bake Shop
The Snackery Bake Shop is a must-visit this summer in Westchester for those curious to try the latest viral trend of crackle coffee. The fun of their menu doesn’t stop there. This shop has a menu full of delicious sweet treats that any family would love. With menu items like their sugar-free cheesecake, zebra cakes, s’more fudge bars, and so much more, the Snackery Bake Shop continues to be a Westchester favorite. 64 Purchase Street, Rye, New York 10580
Cookies N’ Cream
Tucked away in Bronxville is a Westchester favorite, Cookies n Cream. This business started during tough times and has become a favorite for families in Bronxville and surrounding areas. Due to the pandemic, their store’s opening was delayed by three months, and they faced material and supply delays. However, a few weeks after opening, families found this hidden gem and made it a go-to ice cream spot. They aim to bring happiness to Bronxville residents and visitors, one delicious cookie and a refreshing scoop of ice cream at a time.
At Cookies N’ Cream, families can find freshly made cookies and delicious ice cream. Their menu is packed with sweet treats perfect for warm summer nights with our littles. This Bronxville favorite has now opened its second location in Cross County. 10 Park Pl, Bronxville, and 109 Mall Walk, Yonkers
Bona Bona
The story of Bona Bona begins with the amazing journey of Chef Nick Di Bona, who went from being a talented chef to an ice cream entrepreneur with the creation of Bona Bona Ice Cream. The Italian-inspired flavors like Italian Rainbow Cookie and Nutella S’mores have received tons of love and attention, making this a Westchester favorite for families. Families can find Bona Bona in Port Chester and Baldwin Place. 10 Westchester Avenue, Port Chester, NY 10573, and 71 US-6 Baldwin Place, NY 10505
Chantilly Patisserie
Head to Chantilly Patisserie, a small-batch bakery in Bronxville, for your sweet tooth fix. At Chantilly, families can find fresh baked goods perfect for all dessert lovers. This European-inspired bake shop has been around since 2010 and is another local favorite. Stop in and grab a pastry or a frozen lemonade to help you and your family cool off this summer. Chantilly Patisserie is open three days a week: Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. 135 Parkway Road, Bronxville, New York 10708
Arome Caffé & Patisserie
Lovers of French pastries will rejoice with this new pastry shop that opened in Hastings-on-Hudson this summer. Families can stop in and enjoy French pastries, cool off with delicious gelato, and parents can even grab a cup of coffee for a morning pick-me-up. 10 Main St, Hastings-on-Hudson, New York 10706
Lovingly Chocolate
Chocolate lovers, Lovingly Chocolate is the place for you! Larchmont is home to this specialty chocolate shop that offers families a plethora of handcrafted rich chocolate and more sweet treats for everyone to enjoy. This summer, we’ll be stopping in to grab some gelato for those warm summer days and will definitely be bringing home some chocolate. 1923a Palmer Ave, Larchmont, NY 10538
Sugar Bear Candy Store
Are you a lover of TikTok looking for the latest viral treats? Well, you won’t have to travel into the city to get your hands on what’s trending in candy this season. Head to Sugar Bear Candy Store in The Westchester to pick up some freeze-dried viral treats or drop in and pick up the latest viral TikTok BUBS: Swedish Candy. We’ll definitely be dropping in to get our hands on these gummies to see what all the hype is about. 125 Westchester Ave Space 3295, White Plains, NY 10601
Candy Rox
Established in 2010, Candy Rox in Bronxville, NY, draws inspiration from decades of music and pop culture, offering a variety of candies, retro treats, and trendy gifts. They prioritize staying up-to-date with the latest trends and are known for their complimentary gift wrapping. The store is actively involved in the local community and aims to provide a space where people of all ages can indulge in sweet treats. 66 Pondfield Road, Bronxville, NY 10708
Pretty Lil Sweets
This family-owned artisanal bake shop offers a variety of freshly baked goods, including cupcakes, gelato, cookies, and custom cakes. In addition to baked treats, they also serve hot and cold beverages such as espresso, cappuccino, lattes, coffee, and tea. 181 Hartsdale Ave, Hartsdale, New York 10530
La Tulipe Desserts
La Tulipe Desserts, located in Mount Kisco, is a renowned European-style gourmet patisserie offering a variety of exquisite cakes and pastries. Created by master pâtissier Maarten Steenman, the shop prides itself on using the finest ingredients and strict quality standards to create delightful treats that appeal to all senses. Their main focus is ensuring that each dessert brings joy and happiness to every customer. Every bite is a delicious but not sinful treat that is picture-perfect. Whether you’re looking for individual desserts, cookies, specialty cakes, gelato, sorbet, or chocolates, La Tulipe Desserts is a one-stop shop for all things sweet and delicious. 455 Lexington Ave, Mount Kisco, New York 10549
Main Street Sweets
Like many shops on this list, Main Street Sweets is a cozy, sweet-treat space that brings to life the small-town charm of Tarrytown. Families can stop by and enjoy homemade ice cream, coffee, cakes, baked goods, and more. The best way to cool off this summer? Grabbing one of their iconic freshly made ice-cream sandwiches. 35 Main St, Tarrytown, New York 10591
The Village Creamery
The Village Creamery is another Westchester favorite where families can stop in and pick up homemade ice cream, soft serve, and Italian ice, along with penny candy, Crepes and waffles, acai bowls, fruit smoothies, coffee, lattes, cappuccino, and espresso. 32 Broadway, Valhalla, New York 10595
Crumbl
Crumbl Cookies has taken the internet by storm, and everyone wants to try these viral cookies to see what the hype is all about. Westchester residents won’t have to go too far for these famous sweet treats. While there are only two locations in Westchester County, if you’ve wanted to try some of Crumbl’s signature cookies, you can head to Yorktown Heights and White Plains to get your hands on these unique cookies. 3333 Crompond Road, Yorktown Heights, and 377 N Central Avenue, Hartsdale, NY 10530
Lost Borough Ice Cream
This sweet small shop in Yonkers brings ice cream to our littles and, at its core, lets creativity flourish. Lost Borough Ice Cream Shop is a small-batch, handmade ice cream shop that states creativity is its guiding principle. This cozy shop offers locals and families vegan-friendly options, mouth-watering cookies, and flavors that reflect their community, like Malta Malta, their drink made with a classic malta, and their Dominican vanilla ice cream. It’s the perfect place to stop in and grab a scoop with the entire family. 1 Larkin Plaza Yonkers, NY
Pearl Dynastea
Serving professionally handmade Bubble Tea from Taiwan, Pearl Dynastea is a must for all bubble tea lovers in Westchester. Families have a ton to choose from on their menu. They have a variety of tea lattes and fruit slushes. Some of their popular specialty drinks include Brown Sugar Pearl Tea Latte, Taro Milk Tea, Matcha Latte, and Mango Slush. 205 Wolfs Ln, Village of Pelham, NY 10803
Go Greenly
Go Greenly is the perfect stop for families that are looking for different options on the menu. At Go Greenly, you can order items from the specialty boba menu, order a bubble tea, or grab some frozen yogurt and add all your favorite toppings. Go Greenly is a go-to for Westchester families on hot summer evenings (lucky for us, they’re open late). 1109 Central Park Ave, Scarsdale, NY 10583 and 1 Cedar St, Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522
Mandy Bean
For some of us, going out for a sweet treat means picking up our daily cup of coffee from one of our local coffee shops. In Yonkers, a new favorite that has locals buzzing is Mandy Bean. This shop is the perfect place to grab some coffee and a pastry and enjoy the care that went into creating this aesthetically pleasing and Instagrammable space. With a menu packed with options, Mandy Bean offers something for every member of the family. Their iced mocha, friendly service, and delicious pastries always keep us coming back for more. 2361C Central Park Ave, Yonkers, NY 10710
Casaroma Cafe
One of our favorite family-friendly coffee shop picks is Casaroma Cafe. This specialty coffee shop delivers a seasonally rotating menu while maintaining customer favorites like their Cinnamon Agave latte, Dominican Mocha latte, and their signature Dirty Chai. This cozy shop is perfect for families looking to have a date with their littles. Stop by and grab a drink and delicious pastry, and keep the good times going by playing one of their available board games with the family. 391 Huguenot St, New Rochelle, NY 10801
It’s time to have a sweet summer with the family, and in Westchester, we have plenty of options to explore.
