Every seaside town is synonymous with 99 Flakes and sticks of rock, but the dessert scene in Brighton is so much more. Ranging from delicious simplicity to indulgent decadence, we’ve listed some of the best places to satisfy your sweet cravings when visiting Brighton.
Craving Something Sweet? Check Out These Dessert Places in Brighton!
| Wafflemeister | Traditional topped Belgian waffles. |
| Creams | Large gelato and dessert parlour in Brighton. |
| Oui Creparie | Cosy café with traditional French crepes. |
| Cielo Cakery | Cakery creating cupcakes, brownie slabs, and cake shakes. |
| Hellenic Bakery | Greek bakery with a wide variety of goods. |
Wafflemeister
Wafflemeister specialises in making authentic Belgian waffles, typically thicker and deeper-pocketed than their American counterpart. Their Brighton branch, located on West Street sits conveniently on the stretch between Brighton train station and the seafront, making it a great stop on your way to, or back from a long walk on Brighton Beach.
Serving Brighton with classic or vegan liege waffles, crepes, thick milkshakes, smoothies, and bubble teas all with a wide variety of flavours and toppings, Wafflemeister caters to all tastebuds and dietary requirements.
Rather than the standard batter, Wafflemeister’s traditional waffles are made with dough using a secret family recipe and baked until crisp on the outside and chewy within. Sweet toppings include chocolate, bananas, ice creams, marshmallows, granolas, and yoghurts.
But, if you’re in the mood for something truly filling, their savoury offerings include combinations like chicken & avocado, halloumi & pesto, and even an all-day breakfast!
Sit in and indulge in a hot satisfying waffle paired with a tea or coffee or make passersby jealous as you walk down the street enjoying a waffle or hot crepe!
Address: 49 West Street, Brighton, BN1 2RA
Website: www.wafflemeister.com
Creams
The OG of Britain’s dedicated dessert franchise. Founded in 2008 by Adam Mani and Balal Aqil, Creams Café kickstarted the UK dessert parlour boom. Since their beginning in Southall, London, their recipe for success has been focussing on high-quality ingredients in their products and their gelato is made in the UK using ingredients sourced from Italy and following a traditional Italian process.
Recognised as one of the top ten most loved Eating Out brands in the UK in 2019, 2020 and 2021 by Savanta Research, Creams focuses on fun, colourful, and – of course – tasty desserts from sorbets and gelatos, sundaes, crepes, and cakes.
Their Brighton store on Western Road has plenty of seating with two floors of tables and booths great for larger groups looking to get their sugar fix. Their range of cool gelato sundaes, warming gooey cookie dough, and rotating seasonal specials are sure to give visitors a substantial dopamine rush to help with whizzing through Brighton’s shopping district!
Address: 86 Western Rd, Brighton, BN1 2LW
Website: www.creamscafe.com
Oui Creparie
Oui Creparie’s traditional French food vans have been popular since owners Judy Bow and Arnold Rose began serving crepes out of a classic Citreon back in 2005. Now, in 2023, Oui Creparie has opened its first permanent location on Brighton’s Grand Parade.
While renovating the property, they found many interesting Georgian period features and items such as a 500-year-old piece of pottery which now sits proudly on the shelving of their lovingly decorated café.
Oui Creparie’s cosy space and décor make it a perfect stop to keep dry from the rain, or take a breather from the summer crowds and enjoy delicious, sweet crepes or savoury galettes which use organic ingredients with a focus on animal and environmental welfare.
Visit Oui Creparie’s peaceful and friendly new location and enjoy a classic crepe Suzette, or funghi galette with a soothing latte or cappuccino!
Address: 30 Grand Parade, Brighton, BN2 9QA
Website: www.ouicreperie.co.uk
Cielo Cakery
Cielo Cakery’s signature cake shakes, and stuffed cookies are sure to make any sweet tooths eyes widen. With two locations; one in the heart of Brighton, and the other on Portland Road, Hove–Cielo Cakery embraces maximalism with its brownie slabs, cake pies, cake jars, and giant cookies.
Whether you’re looking for a quick take-out treat, or after something spectacular for a special occasion, their team can handle it! What’s more, over a third of their cakes and baked goods are vegan friendly leaving no sugar fiend behind.
To increase its sustainability, Cielo Cakery also runs a jar recycling scheme. When you return two jars to their shop, you will be rewarded with a free cupcake!
Address: 36 Church St, Brighton, BN1 1RL
Website: www.cielocakery.co.uk
Hellenic Bakery
Located at the top of Seven Dials is a bakery which is well worth the walk uphill! When you step into Hellenic Bakery you’re spoiled for choice, the eclectic plethora of Mediterranean pastries and desserts take up the whole premises.
From traditional biscuits & baked treats to grand occasion cakes, custard puddings, and everything in between. What’s more, this Greek bakery unsurprisingly does an excellent strong coffee! A trip to Hellenic Bakery will always tempt you with something new.
Take the weather into account if you plan on sitting because they only have outside seats. During the summertime, they also have a selection of ice creams including classic Greek flavours such as mastika (ice cream scented with mastic—the crystallized sap of the wild pistachio shrub).
Address: 123 Dyke Road, Brighton, BN3 1TJ
Website: www.hellenicbakery.com
