Across Europe dessert houses have been a norm for some time and it seems they are now fully engrained in the British way of life too.

Recently, Watford has had a flurry of restaurants open dedicated entirely to sweet treats.

But with so many to choose from, where do you start?

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Here we look at Tripadvisor’s top dessert restaurants to choose from in Watford and the surrounding areas.

Kaspas

245-247 St. Albans Road, Watford, WD24 5BQ

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This restaurant has received an overall score of 4/5.

The menu includes, sundaes, waffles and crepes, cakes as well as milkshakes and smoothies.

Out of 149 reviews, 60 said it was excellent and 40 said it was very good.

One person’s review read: “We ordered a mixture of ice cream, crepes and drinks.

“All the food and drinks were excellent and presented really nicely.”

Dessert Island

106 Watford High Street, Watford, WD17 1AW

Watford Observer: Dessert Island.Dessert Island. (Image: Google Street View)

Waffles, crepes, ice creams and sorbets make up some of the options on the menu.

Having scored 4.5 people said they were happy with their experience.

One person said: “When the waffles arrived, they were beautifully presented and absolutely delicious.

“The waffles were thick, but light and fluffy… The restaurant was clean and the booth comfortable. We will definitely be back.”

Med Cakes

308 Whippendell Road, Watford, WD18 7PD

Watford Observer: Med Cakes. Med Cakes. (Image: Google Street View)

With a score of 5/5 it is easy to see why so many people are happy with this restaurant.

One reviewer said: “The place is great, I've been here a few times and the reason I keep going back is because the pastries and cakes are so fresh and there is a great selection.”

Heavenly Desserts Watford

42 High Street, Watford, WD17 2BS

Watford Observer: Heavenly Desserts Watford.Heavenly Desserts Watford. (Image: Heavenly Desserts Watford Facebook)

This restaurant has been given a score of 3/5 and has a 24-page menu of desserts on offer.

It has proved to be quite a treat with customers.

“If you have a sweet tooth like myself, then you definitely will be in heaven here,” said one customer.

The restaurant’s design also pleased one person who said: “Heavenly Desserts is a beautifully decorated venue with comfortable seating and is designed to look and feel high end.”

Creams Café

149 The Parade High Street, Watford, WD17 1NB

Watford Observer: Creams Cafe Watford.Creams Cafe Watford. (Image: Google Street View)

In addition to serving the traditional waffles and crepes, it also has a plant-based section on the menu too.

The restaurant has received an overall score of 3/5 with several positive comments as well.

One person said: “Great that this place works late in the evening, appreciate that. Friendly staff, tasty ice cream.”

And another commented on the family environment. He said: “Brilliant ice cream and crepes. Who knew they also had a little soft play area?”

Cinnamon Square

7-9 Church Street, Rickmansworth, WD3 1BX

Watford Observer: Cinnamon Square.Cinnamon Square. (Image: Google Street View)

This multi-award-winning bakery has a 4/5 score on Tripadvisor.

Although you can’t eat in, it hasn’t stopped people from wanting more.

One person said: “Best cinnamon square I have ever tasted!

“We purchase yearly for a birthday and will continue to do so as they are delicious.”

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