When you’re looking for a bite to eat during summer, dropping in for a dessert can be just the ticket.

From an Eton mess to a cheeky ice cream sundae, skip the main course and head straight for what hits the sweet spot.

So, we turned to Tripadvisor to find out which places have received rave reviews from the people who have eaten there.

If you have a sweet tooth, read on to discover the best places in Bournemouth to pick up a pudding…


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Top 5 dessert shops in Bournemouth

M's Bakery

Bournemouth Echo: M's Bakery in Christchurch Road, Bournemouth. Picture: TripadvisorM's Bakery in Christchurch Road, Bournemouth. Picture: Tripadvisor

Where: Christchurch Road, Bournemouth

Rating: 5/5

Number of 'Excellent' reviews: 86

What customers are saying: "Best Danish you can find on this side of the channel; the bread is excellent too, try them all. Very friendly staff too; M’s deserves to be successful!"

To read more reviews, visit the Tripadvisor website.

Frieda's Tearoom

Bournemouth Echo: Frieda's Tearoom in Stafford Road, Bournemouth. Picture: TripadvisorFrieda's Tearoom in Stafford Road, Bournemouth. Picture: Tripadvisor

Where: Stafford Road, Bournemouth

Rating: 4.5/5

Number of 'Excellent' reveiws: 346

What customers are saying: "I arrived with friends at this tea room on our last day visiting the UK. And as soon as we sat down we fell in love with the place!

"Attention was beyond excellent, the tea was simply marvellous and refreshing, the scones were delicious, tasty and well made and so was the jam and clotted cream for our scones!

"It was just what we were looking for! 100% would recommend this place!

"If you are in Bournemouth and want some authentic English tea experience, come to this tea room!"

To read more reviews, visit the Tripadvisor website.

Eighty-Three

Bournemouth Echo: Eighty-Three in Poole Road, Westbourne, Bournemouth. Picture: TripadvisorEighty-Three in Poole Road, Westbourne, Bournemouth. Picture: Tripadvisor

Where: Poole Road, Westbourne, Bournemouth

Rating: 5/5

Number of 'Excellent' reviews: 45

What customers are saying: "I am having to limit my visits as the various chocolate brownie options are just so delicious I can't resist them!

"Service is always fantastic too, a lovely place to sit and take a break."

To read more reviews, visit the Tripadvisor website.

Cremma

Bournemouth Echo: Cremma in Old Christchurch Road, Bournemouth. Picture: TripadvisorCremma in Old Christchurch Road, Bournemouth. Picture: Tripadvisor

Where: Old Christchurch Road, Bournemouth

Rating: 4.5/5

Number of 'Excellent' reviews: 57

What customers are saying: "Definitely 5* very tasty cakes and waffles, Evi who served us was brilliant with suggestions and offered high customer service made everyone feel welcomed and comfortable.

"Defo recommend to visit! Will be returning for sure!"

To read more reviews, visit the Tripadvisor website.

Patisserie Angelique

Bournemouth Echo: Patisserie Angelique in Poole Road Westbourne, Bournemouth. Picture: TripadvisorPatisserie Angelique in Poole Road Westbourne, Bournemouth. Picture: Tripadvisor

Where: Poole Road Westbourne, Bournemouth

Rating: 4/5

Number of 'Excellent' reviews: 55

What customers are saying: "Our work group all had a takeaway from Patisserie Angelique and the cakes are absolutely amazing. Would highly recommend to anyone visiting Bournemouth or anyone local. 10/10 guys thank you very much!"

To read more reviews, visit the Tripadvisor website.