9 Desserts In The Shire Worth Saving Room For

Everyone has a separate stomach for a sweet treat, after all

Bobbys’ Lemon Tiramisu

Do you believe no meal is complete without a sweet treat? You're in the right place. Undoubtedly the highlight of any dining experience, the Shire’s restaurant scene is a haven for dessert lovers. From authentic Italian and modern Thai to contemporary Australian and everything in between, we’re blessed with amazing foodie spots. But let's be honest – the real star of the show comes after the mains are cleared away. The big question: to dessert, or not to dessert?

We’ve handpicked 9 must-try desserts in the Sutherland Shire that you should most definitely save room for.

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The best dessert menus in the Sutherland Shire

Alphabet St’s Pan-Fried Ice Cream

Once you’ve eaten your way through Alphabet St’s addictive curries and sipped on their famous Apple Martini, it’s time to indulge in their Pan-Fried Ice Cream. Picture the classic Chinese dessert you know and love but with a fine dining twist. Cracking (quite literally), into Alphabet St’s rendition, will unveil a layer of thin chocolate and creamy ice cream. Drizzled with salted caramel sauce and a sprinkle of almonds, expect a taste and texture sensation. 

Jensens’ Banana Pudding

Although Jensens revealed the recipe for their famous Banana Pudding recently, nothing beats the real thing. This sumptuous, fluffy dessert is dripping with hot butterscotch sauce, a dollop of sticky cream and a serve of crunch hazelnut praline.

Giro Osteria’s Tiramisu

When you think of Italian eatery Giro Osteria, your mind may go to big plates of gnocchi, silky ragu and piles of prosciutto, but we implore you to save a special spot for their dessert on your next visit. Our favourite? The Tiramisu. Think coffee-soaked boozy ladyfingers topped with rich mascarpone and dusted with chocolate and hazelnuts. Literal perfection.

Johnny Hu’s Fried Ice Cream

Excuse us while we add another Fried Ice Cream to the list. Let’s face it, it’s a dessert that’s hard to beat, and Johnny Hu offers yet another delicious take. Blending the nostalgia of your local Chinese takeaway with fine dining, Johnny Hu hits the nail on the head with their vanilla fried ice cream, which is served swimming in just the right amount of butterscotch sauce.

Summer Salt’s Biscoff 'Viennetta'

While their freshly caught seafood steals the show, Summer Salt's dessert menu is just as impressive. Our top pick? The indulgent Biscoff 'Viennetta' — a creamy blend of white chocolate, drizzled with dark chocolate, topped with Biscoff crumble, and finished with a rich dulce de leche. Trust us, it’s as delicious as it sounds.

Bobbys’ Lemon Tiramisu

Mediterranean-inspired Bobbys became a fast favourite amongst Shire locals after it opened shop in November 2023. Fresh, Euro-inspired dishes are served in chic-as interiors that take in some of the Shire’s finest shoreline. Not to be forgotten is the dessert list, and in particular, the Lemon Tiramisu. Tart, sweet, perfect.

Fior’s Roaming Gelato Cart And Chocolate Budino

Fior, the latest dining gem in Gymea, elevates dessert with its interactive Roaming Gelato Trolley. As the trolley makes its rounds, guests are tempted by a selection of house-made gelato flavours, each more irresistible than the last. Not a gelato fan? No problem — indulge in their decadent Chocolate Budino. Rich and velvety, it delivers a deep chocolate flavour sure to satisfy even the most serious sweet tooth.

Pino’s Tiramisu

Another Tiramisu well worth its spot on this drool-worthy list is the one you’ll find at Pino’s Cronulla. Where one serving just isn’t enough, Pino’s Tiramisu is a perfect blend of rich mascarpone, coffee-soaked ladyfingers, and a hint of liqueur that brings everything together. Finished with a dusting of cocoa, this classic Italian dessert is a must-try for those who believe in saving the best for last.

Image credit: Lorraine Elliott

Rocksalt’s Snickers Bar

With over ten years of creating contemporary Australian cuisine behind them, it’s no surprise that the team at Rocksalt have perfected their craft. Once you’ve eaten your way through their entrees and mains, make sure you finish up with the Snickers Bar. Salted caramel parfait served with caramel-covered peanuts, chocolate mousse, peanut dacquoise and chocolate soil - it’s certainly a cut above the snickers bar you chuck in your supermarket trolley at check out.