Best of Boston
Best Sweets
A. Boschetto Bakery
Roslindale
In a neighborhood graced with over half a dozen worthy bakeries, peerless Italian pastries and cookies make Boschetto's the king. read more»
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, 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»