

The 100 top-rated desserts in Chicago, ranked by flavor score.
The top choice is banana brown butter cake at Saigon Sisters (567 W Lake St), with a flavor score of 98 out of 100 from 47 diner ratings. Flavor scores come from what real diners say in their reviews. Last updated August 27, 2026. How flavor scores work →
The banana brown butter cake is praised for its rich, decadent flavor and unique sticky, caramel-like texture that keeps diners coming back.
The key lime pie features a thick graham cracker crust and a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness that delights everyone.
The 12-layer cake impresses with its rich flavors and generous size, making it a must-try dessert.
Rich, thick, and creamy, the salted caramel chocolate mousse strikes the perfect balance of sweetness and flavor, leaving diners craving more.
The lemon bars are praised for their incredible flavor, perfect balance of sweetness and tartness, and delightful texture.
Super fluffy and creamy, the mango cheesecake features a perfect balance of sweet and tart, topped with toasted pistachio.
Warm, moist sticky date cake topped with luscious toffee sauce and brown butter gelato is consistently described as addictive and phenomenal.
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