Tennessee is known for its comfort foods like cornbread, fried chicken, and of course, homemade buttermilk biscuits. But when it comes to desserts, the folks of Tennessee really shine. All across the state there are plenty of places where you can get some of the best sweets you’ve ever had, and it can be hard to pick between the plethora of options. We’ve compiled a short list of some of our favorites, but no matter where you go in Tennessee, you’re sure to get your sweet tooth satisfied.
- The French Market - Knoxville
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The French Market Crêperies - Facebook The French Market Creperie has two locations - one in downtown Knoxville and another in West Knoxville. No matter which location you choose, get a crepe – you can’t go wrong!
- The Soda Parlor - Nashville
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The Soda Parlor - Facebook Nashville’s Soda Parlor serves up more than just soda. Their Moonshakes are basically milkshakes that are so good, they’ll transport you to another world. 966 Woodland St.
- Interim - Memphis
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Interim Restaurant & Bar - Facebook One of Memphis’s most underrated restaurants is Interim, located in East Memphis. Their desserts are true works of art, but the Opera Cake is the absolute must for any first-timers. 5040 Sanderlin Ave.
- Biscuit Love - Nashville
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Biscuit Love - Facebook If you get up early enough, or if you’re brave enough to face the lines, Biscuit Love is a truly incredible option for brunch in Nashville. Their biscuit donuts (called bo-nuts) are the perfect way to finish any meal. 316 11th Ave S.
- The Hot Chocolatier - Chattanooga
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The Hot Chocolatier - Facebook The Hot Chocolatier in Chattanooga does both desserts and hot chocolate that are absolutely to-die-for good. While everything is incredible, they’re particularly known for their array of truffles. You can even order them online! 1437 Market St.
- Litton’s Market, Restaurant, & Bakery
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Litton’s Market - Restaurant - Bakery - Facebook Litton’s Market in Knoxville is the perfect Americana restaurant, serving up the best burgers and sandwiches in the city. But they are also known for their red velvet cake, so be sure to save room. 2803 Essary Dr.
- Coolato Gelato - Chattanooga
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Coolato Gelato - Facebook Transport yourself to the streets of Rome by visiting this gelato spot in Chattanooga. They serve all kinds of treats, but the gelato is the must-have here. 524 S Gay St.
- Adele’s - Nashville
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Adele’s Nashville - Facebook Adele’s is located in the Gulch in Nashville, and they’re typically not known as a dessert restaurant, but for those of us lucky enough to have had their coconut cake, we know this is the best cake in the city. 1210 McGavock St.
- Countryside Cafe - Ooltewah
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Countryside Cafe - Facebook Yes, the name of the town is Ooltewah, and it happens to be the town where you’ll find the best banana pudding in the entire country (probably). Countryside Cafe is perfect for the best home cooking you’ll find, but you have to save room for some of this pudding for dessert. 8223 Mahan Gap Rd.
- The Donut Friar - Gatlinburg
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The Donut Friar - Facebook The Donut Friar has been serving visitors to Gatlinburg for nearly 50 years, and there’s a reason they’ve stayed in business so long. Their donuts are some of the best you’ll find (try the apple pillow!). 634 Parkway #15.
- Sweet Creations Pie Bakery - Nashville
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Sweet Creations Pie Bakery - Facebook Nashville’s best pies are found at a little bakery on Jefferson in North Nashville, and don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. Sweet Creations caters and delivers special orders, but you can always visit them as well. Get the pecan pie. You’ll thank us later. 942 Jefferson St.
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The French Market Crêperies - Facebook
The French Market Creperie has two locations - one in downtown Knoxville and another in West Knoxville. No matter which location you choose, get a crepe – you can’t go wrong!
AprilSJ - TripAdvisor
The Soda Parlor - Facebook
Nashville’s Soda Parlor serves up more than just soda. Their Moonshakes are basically milkshakes that are so good, they’ll transport you to another world. 966 Woodland St.
Interim Restaurant & Bar - Facebook
One of Memphis’s most underrated restaurants is Interim, located in East Memphis. Their desserts are true works of art, but the Opera Cake is the absolute must for any first-timers. 5040 Sanderlin Ave.
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Biscuit Love - Facebook
If you get up early enough, or if you’re brave enough to face the lines, Biscuit Love is a truly incredible option for brunch in Nashville. Their biscuit donuts (called bo-nuts) are the perfect way to finish any meal. 316 11th Ave S.
The Hot Chocolatier - Facebook
The Hot Chocolatier in Chattanooga does both desserts and hot chocolate that are absolutely to-die-for good. While everything is incredible, they’re particularly known for their array of truffles. You can even order them online! 1437 Market St.
Litton’s Market - Restaurant - Bakery - Facebook
Litton’s Market in Knoxville is the perfect Americana restaurant, serving up the best burgers and sandwiches in the city. But they are also known for their red velvet cake, so be sure to save room. 2803 Essary Dr.
Coolato Gelato - Facebook
Transport yourself to the streets of Rome by visiting this gelato spot in Chattanooga. They serve all kinds of treats, but the gelato is the must-have here. 524 S Gay St.
Adele’s Nashville - Facebook
Adele’s is located in the Gulch in Nashville, and they’re typically not known as a dessert restaurant, but for those of us lucky enough to have had their coconut cake, we know this is the best cake in the city. 1210 McGavock St.
Countryside Cafe - Facebook
Yes, the name of the town is Ooltewah, and it happens to be the town where you’ll find the best banana pudding in the entire country (probably). Countryside Cafe is perfect for the best home cooking you’ll find, but you have to save room for some of this pudding for dessert. 8223 Mahan Gap Rd.
The Donut Friar - Facebook
The Donut Friar has been serving visitors to Gatlinburg for nearly 50 years, and there’s a reason they’ve stayed in business so long. Their donuts are some of the best you’ll find (try the apple pillow!). 634 Parkway #15.
Sweet Creations Pie Bakery - Facebook
Nashville’s best pies are found at a little bakery on Jefferson in North Nashville, and don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. Sweet Creations caters and delivers special orders, but you can always visit them as well. Get the pecan pie. You’ll thank us later. 942 Jefferson St.
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