Best Sweet Treats Escapes Restaurants in Livermore
8 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Verace Gelato
True-to-style Italian gelato with focused rotating flavors.
Notable Picks
8.4
Small-batch gelato made in the Italian style with clean textures and balanced sweetness. Rotating case highlights nut-forward classics and bright sorbetti in a modern downtown nook.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pistachio, Gianduja (hazelnut chocolate), Lemon Sorbetto
What makes it special: True-to-style Italian gelato with focused rotating flavors.
8.1
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Hawaii-born scoop shop pouring dense, ultra-creamy flavors like Kauai Pie alongside espresso drinks. Downtown location keeps lines moving with friendly counter service and generous portions.
Must-Try Dishes:
Kauai Pie, Macadamia Nut, Coffee Milkshake
What makes it special: Rich, island-inspired flavors with a downtown café feel.
8.1
House-milled breads and laminated pastries anchor a café brunch of breakfast sandwiches and seasonal plates. The stylish space draws morning lines for coffee and baked goods.
Must-Try Dishes:
Morning bun, Breakfast sandwich on house bread, Seasonal quiche
What makes it special: From-mill bread program elevates pastries and breakfast plates.
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Donut Wheel
8.0
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Solo Dining Sanctuaries
24-hour donut counter turning out old-school raised, cake, and apple fritter classics at true bargain prices. Locals use it for early coffee runs and late-night cravings alike.
Must-Try Dishes:
Apple Fritter, Glazed Old Fashioned, Ham & Cheese Croissant
What makes it special: Round-the-clock donuts with decades of local nostalgia.
8.0
Small, woman-owned bakery turning out French-leaning pastries plus malasadas on select days. A more polished take on sweets with limited runs that reward early arrivals.
Must-Try Dishes:
Malasadas, Vanilla-Glazed Donut, Seasonal Filled Donut
What makes it special: French pastry craft with occasional malasadas and limited-batch donuts.
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7.9
Retro Bay Area brand known for old-school scoops, sundaes, and candy. Families lean on it for classic flavors and value pricing just off the downtown core.
Must-Try Dishes:
Banana Split, Black Walnut, Hot Fudge Sundae
What makes it special: Local legacy parlor with classic sundaes and candies.
7.6
Downtown self-serve froyo with non-fat and low-fat flavors plus a broad toppings bar. Light, customizable dessert option with quick counter flow and plenty of seats.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chocolate (non-fat), Cake Batter (low-fat), Cookies & Cream
What makes it special: Self-serve froyo with rotating flavors and 40+ toppings.
7.5
Long-running independent coffeehouse with morning pastries, bagels, and breakfast sandwiches alongside a full espresso bar. A dependable early-morning stop with indoor/outdoor seating.
Must-Try Dishes:
Breakfast Croissant Sandwich, Bagel with Lox Spread, Cinnamon Roll
What makes it special: Locally owned coffeehouse open early with plenty of seating.