Ignatius Melly, alumni of Lethbridge Polytechnic, enjoying a milk cake at his favorite dessert shop on April 3 for leisure. Photo by Brenda Cherotich.

When sweet cravings hit in Lethbridge, dessert lovers have plenty of options. From rich chocolate cakes to warm, gooey cookies, the city has something for everyone. Two places that stand out for their delicious treats according to local residents interviewed. Each offers a unique take on dessert, making them top choices for those with a sweet tooth.

D Spot Dessert Cafe, located on Mayor Magrath Drive, has become a popular destination for soft treats. Originally a franchise from Ontario, this cafe has rapidly gained a following in Lethbridge for its creative and extravagant desserts. One of their well-known items is Brownie points Waffle, which comes with a warm, fresh waffle topped with chocolate brownies, ice cream and drizzled with chocolate sauce.

Sarah Thompson, a culinary arts program alumni, is a big fan of the cafe who has also tried various dessert shops in Lethbridge.

“D Spot is definitely my favorite place to go for special desserts. Their portions are reasonable and honestly too good.”

Wow Eats, another crowd favorite according to Thompson and Bowen, has made a name for itself locally with its gourmet desserts and bold flavors. One of their popular items is the Lotus Biscoff Cheesecake, a rich and creamy dessert layered with caramelized cookie butter and a buttery crust.

Ivy Bowen, a regular customer at Wow Eats who has been visiting the shop frequently since it opened, believes the key to retaining current customers like herself, is to keep the audience’s most ordered item on the menu as they introduce different options.

“If it wasn’t for the consistency in the quality of dessert here, I honestly would have given up my adventures to find good spots in Lethbridge.” Both D Spot Dessert Cafe and Wow Eats have established themselves as go-to dessert spots in Lethbridge. Whether it’s an extravagant waffle loaded with toppings or a thick, chewy cookie with a surprise filling, these two places offer something for every dessert lover. As Lethbridge grows, more dessert places open and if the demand for sweets continues, these dessert spots are anticipated to keep serving up delicious treats.