Best Dessert Spots on the Sunshine Coast
The Sunshine Coast has plenty of options if you're after something sweet. Whether you're craving gelato, chocolate, doughnuts or frozen yoghurt, here are the dessert venues worth seeking out across the region.
1Dessert Spots Mooloolaba1. LUMA GELATO BOUTIQUE
Located in Mooloolaba, this is a solid choice if you're after quality gelato in a beachside setting.
Open late (after 10pm)Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue5.0(360)· Google67Spot ScoreWorth a Look
2Dessert Spots Caloundra2. Fifty Acres Gelato, Caloundra
A Caloundra favourite for gelato lovers, offering a good range of flavours in a central location.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue5.0(236)· Google66Spot ScoreWorth a Look- 3Dessert Spots Maroochydore
3. Gelatissimo Sunshine Plaza
Positioned at Sunshine Plaza in Maroochydore, this spot is convenient if you're shopping or passing through the area.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.9(193)· Google$$$$64Spot ScoreWorth a Look 
4Dessert Spots Montville4. Chocolate Country Montville
If you're heading to the hinterland village of Montville, this is the place to indulge in chocolate treats with a view.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.5(731)· Google63Spot ScoreWorth a Look
5Bakeries Maroochydore5. Happy Dough
Located in Maroochydore, this bakery-dessert hybrid is worth visiting if you want fresh doughnuts alongside other baked goods.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.8(149)· Google62Spot ScoreWorth a Look
6Dessert Spots Noosa Heads6. Noosa Chocolate Factory
A Noosa Heads institution for chocolate lovers, offering a full range of chocolate products and treats.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.6(264)· Google61Spot ScoreWorth a Look
7Dessert Spots Coolum Beach7. Yum Gelato Coolum (Ice Cream & Juice Bar)
Based in Coolum Beach, this spot combines gelato with fresh juices if you want something refreshing after a swim.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.7(187)· Google$$$$61Spot ScoreWorth a Look
8Dessert Spots Noosa Heads8. Yo-Chi
With locations in both Noosa Heads and Maroochydore, this frozen yoghurt option is easy to access across the coast.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.5(351)· Google$$$$61Spot ScoreWorth a Look
9Dessert Spots Caloundra9. Gelateria Milano
Another Caloundra gelato option, useful if you're exploring dessert spots in that part of the coast.
View venue4.5(319)· Google$$$$61Spot ScoreWorth a Look
10Dessert Spots Maroochydore10. Yo-Chi
With locations in both Noosa Heads and Maroochydore, this frozen yoghurt option is easy to access across the coast.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.5(334)· Google$$$$61Spot ScoreWorth a Look
11Bakeries Kawana Waters11. Happy Dough Kawana
A second Happy Dough location at Kawana Waters, making doughnuts convenient for those in the central coast area.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.8(100)· Google60Spot ScoreWorth a Look
12Dessert Spots Noosa Heads12. The Scoop @4567
A Noosa Heads ice cream spot worth trying if you're looking for something simple and familiar in a beachside location.
Open 7 daysOpen MondaysOpen SundaysView venue4.6(116)· Google59Spot ScoreWorth a Look
At a glance
| Venue | Spot Score | Price | Suburb | Top feature | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LUMA GELATO BOUTIQUE | 67/100 | 5.0(360) | — | Mooloolaba | Open late (after 10pm) |
| Fifty Acres Gelato, Caloundra | 66/100 | 5.0(236) | — | Caloundra | Open 7 days |
| Gelatissimo Sunshine Plaza | 64/100 | 4.9(193) | $$ | Maroochydore | Open 7 days |
| Chocolate Country Montville | 63/100 | 4.5(731) | — | Montville | Open 7 days |
| Happy Dough | 62/100 | 4.8(149) | — | Maroochydore | Open 7 days |
| Noosa Chocolate Factory | 61/100 | 4.6(264) | — | Noosa Heads | Open 7 days |
| Yum Gelato Coolum (Ice Cream & Juice Bar) | 61/100 | 4.7(187) | $ | Coolum Beach | Open 7 days |
| Yo-Chi | 61/100 | 4.5(351) | $$ | Noosa Heads | Open 7 days |
| Gelateria Milano | 61/100 | 4.5(319) | $$ | Caloundra | — |
| Yo-Chi | 61/100 | 4.5(334) | $$ | Maroochydore | Open 7 days |
| Happy Dough Kawana | 60/100 | 4.8(100) | — | Kawana Waters | Open 7 days |
| The Scoop @4567 | 59/100 | 4.6(116) | — | Noosa Heads | Open 7 days |
Frequently asked questions
Are there gelato options across different parts of the Sunshine Coast?+
Yes. Gelato venues are spread across Mooloolaba (LUMA GELATO BOUTIQUE), Caloundra (Fifty Acres Gelato and Gelateria Milano), and Maroochydore (Gelatissimo Sunshine Plaza).
Which suburbs have the most dessert options?+
Noosa Heads has several choices including Noosa Chocolate Factory, Yo-Chi, and The Scoop @4567. Maroochydore also has multiple venues including Gelatissimo, Happy Dough, and Yo-Chi.
Are there dessert spots in the hinterland?+
Yes. Chocolate Country Montville is located in the village of Montville, making it a good stop if you're exploring the hinterland.
Which venues combine desserts with other offerings?+
Happy Dough venues operate as bakeries and dessert spots. Yum Gelato Coolum also functions as a juice bar alongside gelato.
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