8 Best Dessert Spots in Lagos
Sweet cravings hit different in Lagos. Between the hustle and endless traffic, sometimes only a good dessert can help. Here are some of the city's most indulgent spots, with soft ice cream, decadent cakes, and local treats with a modern twist for that sweet tooth.
Let's be honest, Lagos moves fast, and sometimes you need something sweet to keep up. Gone are the days when your only dessert option was that questionable ice cream at the corner shop, because Lagos has quietly become a dessert lover's paradise, with spots serving everything from artisanal ice cream that rivals anything you'll find in Paris to reimagined traditional sweets that'll make your grandmother proud, and Instagram-worthy treats that taste as good as they look.
You might be celebrating closing that deal, surviving another Lagos traffic marathon, or might just need a sugar fix after a long day of adulting. Whatever you need, this city has some impressive desserts that'll make you forget all about your troubles. And these eight spots have mastered the art of the perfect ending to any meal.
Hans & René
When Tayo Bolodeoku decided to name her dessert venture after her twin sons back in 2010, she probably didn't realize she was about to change Lagos' sweet landscape forever. Hans & Rene has since evolved into something much bigger: Lagos' first Gelataria, opened in 2015, and arguably still its finest.
The menu at Hans & Rene reads like a love letter to both classic European traditions and Nigerian innovation. You'll find Salted Caramel, Pistachio, Dulce De Leche and Tiramisu alongside their legendary Agbalumo and Zobo sorbets. All are thoughtfully crafted tributes to Nigerian taste memories, executed with the precision of trained pastry chefs.
The brand uses the freshest ingredients and lots of imagination to create perfect gelato flavours and cupcakes from scratch everyday. We're talking proper Italian-style gelateria standards, transplanted to Nigerian soil and infused with local genius.
Waffle Monster
Waffle Monster has been perfecting the art of indulgence right here on the mainland, and frankly, it's about time more people paid attention. Located in Ogudu, they're serving Island-quality desserts at mainland accessibility. The space is quite small, but what it lacks in square footage, it more than makes up for in execution.
Waffle Monster's main thing is waffles, but they're also an all-around dessert joint, so they serve gelato, cookies, cake, as well as, pastries. They offer a selection of proper Belgian-style waffles with that perfect balance of crispy exterior and fluffy interior. The batter is made from scratch, and you can taste the difference immediately.
Their gelato menu has classic flavours like vanilla and chocolate that sit alongside more adventurous options, and the texture is consistently smooth and dense. Their cookie game is also solid, with both classic chocolate chip varieties and more creative seasonal offerings. Their cakes range from simple layer cakes to more elaborate creations, though the focus here is clearly on the waffles and gelato combination.
They've identified what they do best, waffles, gelato, and the magic that happens when you combine them thoughtfully, and they've committed to doing it exceptionally well.
Churros Delight
Churros Delight is doing something wonderfully different in Ikoyi. While everyone else is fighting over who makes the best ice cream or the fluffiest pancakes, these folks have quietly cornered the market on something Lagos didn't even know it was missing: proper Spanish churros.
Churros are similar to cinnamon sugar donuts in taste but have a completely different texture, with fluffy insides like a doughnut and crispy ridges which help hold the cinnamon sugar in place, and Churros Delight has mastered this balance. The exterior gives you that satisfying crunch that lets you know they're fresh, while the interior delivers that soft, almost custard-like texture that makes churros so addictive.
Cream Slices Café
Cream Slices Cafe has been able to maintain a strong local following while operating in Surulere by delivering real value to its customers. Their menu includes rich chocolate cake, moist red velvet, fluffy cupcakes, and vanilla cake with a Texas flair.
You’ll also find parfaits, gooey brownies, gourmet breads, cinnamon doughnuts, savory chicken pies and sausage rolls, plus an ever-enticing selection of gelato-style ice cream in flavours like chocolate indulgence and strawberry.
Cream Slices understands their market. They offer everything from individual slices to full cakes, recognizing that not everyone needs a whole dessert every time. Their cheesecakes, doughnuts, and "plenty of other fresh desserts" cater to different occasions and group sizes.
Frosty Pops
What sets Frosty Pops apart is its carefully curated menu that goes beyond the ordinary. Their handcrafted popsicles are the main draw, with flavours ranging from Tropical Mango-Coconut and Pineapple-Chili, to playful options like Bubblegum, Cookies and Cream, and Blueberry. The creativity doesn’t stop there, bubble tea is another highlight, with classic milk teas, fruit-based infusions, and popping boba.
For those who prefer something creamier, their gelato and ice cream options deliver something smooth without being overwhelmingly sweet, and vegan-friendly variations are available.
This variety means that Frosty Pops is able to cater to a wide range of palates and preferences, while still keeping its offerings affordable, with most treats priced between ₦1,700 and ₦4,500.
Frozen Rolls Ice Cream
There's something mesmerizing about watching your dessert being made from scratch right in front of you, and that's exactly what Frozen Rolls brings to Lagos. Located at 7 Bisola Durosinmi Etti Drive, Off Admiralty Way in Lekki Phase 1, this spot claims the title of Nigeria's original first hand-rolled ice cream shop, and honestly, they've earned it.
What makes Frozen Rolls particularly special is the theater of it all. They pour the liquid ice cream base onto an extremely cold pan and then chop, mix, and roll it into perfect spirals right before your eyes.
What's particularly smart about Frozen Rolls is how they've turned ice cream making into performance art without sacrificing substance. Their seervings include unique tastes like Bubblegum, Cookies Delight, Creamy Monster, Nuts Basic, Pinacolada, Burnt Caramel, Banana Pudding, and Lemonito. By leaning into variety, they've created a menu that appeals to different moods and palates while maintaining consistent quality across all options.
Chocolat Royal
When someone tells you they've found Lagos' best French patisserie, you might raise an eyebrow. But when that place happens to be Chocolat Royal, you should probably listen. As the first French Patisserie and Chocolaterie in Nigeria, they didn't just enter the market, they created it, and thirty years later, they're still setting the standard.
There’s a wide variety of freshly baked pastries like croissants, donuts, muffins, pies, and cakes. Bread lovers are spoiled too, with everything from multigrain and rye to gluten-free and whole-meal loaves. Then there’s the chocolate selection, with luxuries like the Cremeux Chocolat, Royaltine, Orangette, Creole, and Chocolat Royale. The ice cream counter boasts more than 90 flavours of ice creams and sorbets. It’s the kind of variety that makes choosing almost impossible, but that’s part of the fun.
You'll find them on Victoria Island and at Centro in Lekki Phase 1, and both locations maintain the same commitment to French patisserie traditions that made them pioneers in the first place.
Popsicles by HH
With locations in Surulere and Lekki Phase 1, Popsicles by Happie Hours have positioned themselves as the perfect budget-friendly option when you want something cold and sweet without breaking the bank.
Its menu is every bit as creative as it is tempting. You’ll find three distinct categories: Their Fruity lineup includes options like Strawberry Mango, and over in the Creamy section, the Happy Hours pop, featuring a vanilla base loaded with KitKat pieces and Oreo cookies, stands out. And if you’re in the mood for something with a kick, Boozy Pops, like the Strawberry Mojito, carry a hint of alcohol that delivers a grown-up twist.
Other flavour favourites include Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake, Oreo Cheesecake, Pineapple and Ginger, Strawberry and Raspberry, Tropicana, and Red Velvet Cake dipped in chocolate.
Popsicles by HH are the answer to the question many Lagos residents ask on hot afternoons: where can I get something cold and sweet that won't cost all my lunch money? It's a valuable niche, and they've filled it well.
Lagos doesn't do anything halfway, and dessert is no exception. These spots prove that the city's sweet scene is just as sophisticated as anywhere else in the world, so the next time you're stuck in traffic on Third Mainland Bridge or need a break after navigating Computer Village, you know exactly where to go. Life's too short for mediocre dessert, especially in a city that never settles for average.