Best of Boston

Best Sweets

2008 Best Sweets, Neighborhood, Allston

Fun Food Snackery

Allston
Zero humdrum sundaes here. Dig into exotic shaved ice, crazy mounds of fruit, and Christina's ice cream, scooped by one sweet staff. read more»
2008 Best Sweets, Neighborhood, Central Square

Toscanini’s

Cambridge
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2008 Best Sweets, Neighborhood, Davis Square

Kickass Cupcakes

Somerville
This place lives up to its adjective, luring patrons from near and far with lethal flavors like banana cream and mojito. read more»
2008 Best Sweets, Neighborhood, Washington Square

Athan’s

Brookline
Hey, when you're good, you're good—and the pulse-quickening smorgasbord of sweets showcased here definitely merits an award of its own. read more»
2008 Best Sweets, Neighborhood, North End

Modern Pastry Shop

Boston
Given the drool-inducing array of cakes and freshly filled cannoli, sweet tooths should not cross the threshold unchaperoned. read more»
2008 Best Sweets, Neighborhood, Fenway/Symphony

Bon Bon

Boston
Creamy gelato, oh-so-sinful truffles, fudge and candy of all stripes—you name it, and the folks at Bon Bon will dish it out. read more»
2008 Best Sweets, Neighborhood, South Boston

Flour Bakery + Cafe

Boston
The chocolate chip macaroons alone are worth the trip to the cheerful, family-friendly outpost behind the Boston Children's Museum. read more»
2008 Best Sweets, Neighborhood, Charlestown

American Bakers’ Café

Charlestown
Muffin lovers are in for a treat—and some tough choices—at this Navy Yard spot (try the cranberry-almond). read more»