🍰 Winnipeg Dessert Guide | Must-Try Sweet Spots

Calling all Winnipeg dessert lovers! From flaky croissants to dreamy lattes, this is your ultimate guide to the city's sweetest treats—perfect for afternoon tea, dates, or post-thesis rewards ✨ Each spot is personally tested (and approved!)—some hidden gems, some minor letdowns. All located in Winnipeg, with some offering cozy seating. Bookmark this list—it's constantly updated! 🥐 1. Crumb Queen | The Undisputed Champion ⭐ 5/5 | My #1 favorite in Winnipeg—no contest! Plain Croissant: So flaky it shatters at room temperature ($3.25!). Cinnamon Swirl: Even non-cinnamon fans will adore this. Pistachio & Earl Grey: Never disappoint. 💰 Budget-friendly: $5 gets you happily stuffed. 🍦 2. Fête Ice Cream | Summer Happiness in a Cone Handcrafted ice cream + homemade waffle cones = pure joy. 🐶 Dog-friendly vibes: Cute pup pics everywhere (real dogs sometimes too!). ☕ Mocha Flavor: Perfect bittersweet balance. 💰 $5–10 (depends on how many scoops you dare to try). ☕ 3. Frenchway Café | Service & Sweets, Both 10/10 A beloved local institution where kindness is part of the recipe. Latte: Smoother than expected. Croissant: Not Crumb Queen level, but still excellent layers. Chocolate Cake: Rich yet light, only $5–6/slice. 💰 $10/head for a wholesome treat. 📸 4. Small Mercies | Aesthetic + Flavor Instagram gold with a cozy patio. 🍑 Earl Grey Peach Tea: Light, floral, not too sweet. Flat White/Cortado: No burnt aftertaste (hallelujah!). 💰 ~$5 for high-quality sips. 🧋 5. Empty Cup | Underrated Coffee Artist Surprise standout! 🌰 Macadamia Mocha: Nutty, not cloying. 🍵 Matcha Strawberry Latte: Pretty and tasty (go half-sweet). 🥐 Croissants: Sourced from La Belle Baguette—always reliable. 💰 ~$5 for quality that matches the price. #WinnipegDesserts #WinnipegFoodie #SweetToothWPG #WinnipegCafes #WinnipegLife #StudyBreakTreats