Best places for dessert and sweet treats in Southampton

National Dessert Day (October 14) is fast approaching and there are dozens of places to celebrate in Southampton.

We have put together a list of the best, according to Tripadvisor.

6. Sprinkles Gelato, Above Bar Street

Sprinkles Gelato has been serving handmade desserts since 2012, when it was started by two brothers in Southampton.

It claims to only the best ingredients and now has other chains in the city, as well as one in Portsmouth.

Reviewer Milton R said: "Central location in Southampton on the QE2 Mile. Very stylish and very popular. The staff are really excellent."

Plans - Sprinkles Gelato.

5. Scoops Gelato, Portswood Road

Coming in at number six is Scoops.

It says its colourful interior and range of desserts means customers are in for a treat.

Fresh Italian gelato and sorbets are hand-made daily on site.

Rosie B posted a review on Tripadvisor: "Lovely smooth deserts. Lots of choice, yummy waffles and cakes. Lovely staff, good price, clean surroundings.

Scoops Southampton. Photo: Google Street View

4. Fredericks, Marlands

Southampton's largest confectioner Fredericks started in a small shop in the Marlands.

It then moved to its current premises, allowing for a chocolate cafe, sweet shop and chocolate workshops.

Reviewer Charlotte S said: "I have been going here for months now and it never disappoints. Staff is really friendly and helpful."

3. The Songbird Ice Cream Cafe and Creative Space, Bitterne Park Triangle

The cafe opened as Dora's Cups and Cones in 2014.

It was transformed into the Songbird in 2015 and his since been serving top food and desserts.

The owners actively encourage people who are feeling lonely to pop in and have a chat.

Reviewer Alan Carter said: "Quite rightly one of the top places for desserts in Southampton. Located outside the hustle and bustle and near to the Bitterne Country Park this place offers up a wide variety of ice creams, shakes, sundaes and smoothies."

The Songbird Cafe in Southampton. Photo: Google Street View

2. Spitfire Ice Cream and Pizza, Portsmouth Road

This establishment offers fresh stone baked pizza – but is equally as renowned for its desserts.

On the menu is a variety of ice creams, and the cafe also offers takeaway services.

Reviewer J. Churney gave Spitfire high praise: "My daughter and son-in-law recommended Spitfire Ice Cream and Pizza on our visit to Southampton from Halifax, NS Canada. We we’re NOT disappointed that we went."

1. Stakks Pancake House, Marlands

Taking the tops spot, STAKKS is the brain child of the Copper family, who’s main priority was to open a pancake house that offered only freshly prepared, ‘made from scratch’ dishes.

They are delivered to customers fresh from the pan.

Whilst specific recipes are closely guarded secrets, staff can tell you that these have been passed down through family generations.

Reviewer Dara S said: "My husband and I are originally from the US, and have been living in the UK for two years now. We decided to visit Stakks before departing on a cruise, and it was the best decision we could have made."

17 Aug 2015: Photo by Stuart Martin - Anna Copper and her daughters Jess 20 (left) and Lara 17 (right) who are opening a new Pancake house called Stakks in Marlands Shopping Centre on Wednesday.