Fruit-Based Desserts You’ll Want to Bookmark

From Tropical Temptations to Banana Bliss, We’ve Got Your Dessert Cravings Covered

Ready to satisfy your sweet tooth with a fruity twist? Whether you’re in the mood for something light and refreshing, a sweet seasonal treat, or simply not a chocolate lover, we’ve got you covered. From the tropical vibes of mango and pineapple to the cozy comfort of apples and berries, we’ve rounded up the most irresistible fruit-based desserts from your favorite Lettuce spots.

Tropical

Hummingbird Cake at Beatrix
A vegan pineapple-banana spice cake with salted pecans and a creamy white frosting
Make a reservation at the Beatrix location nearest you

Kataifi Carrot Cake at Aba – Chicago
A vegan carrot cake with cashew cream cheese, sesame dukkah brittle and pineapple
Make a reservation at Aba – Chicago

Coconut-Mango at Miru
A light and fluffy coconut cake with coconut mousse and mango sorbet
Make a reservation at Miru

Try the recipe for Miru’s Vegan Coconut Cake with Mango Sorbet

Champagne Passion Fruit Meringue at Eiffel Tower Restaurant
A delicate, airy meringue paired with the vibrant tang of passion fruit and a hint of champagne
Make a reservation at Eiffel Tower Restaurant

Banana

Banoffee Pie at RPM Steak
A banana cream pie with salted caramel on a buttery crust topped with whipped cream
Make a reservation at RPM Steak

Explore even more pie options in our pie guide.

Banana Tiramisu at RPM Italian – Chicago
Mascarpone Kahlua mousse, coffee cremeux and vanilla whipped cream combine in RPM Italian’s new take on the classic
Make a reservation at RPM Italian – Chicago

Banana Cream Napoleon at RPM Seafood
Crispy phyllo is layered with banana filling and vanilla whipped cream, with warm caramel sauce poured over the dessert tableside
Make a reservation at RPM Seafood

Banana Cream Pie at Twin City Grill
This classic creamy pie is served with whipped cream and caramel sauce
Make a reservation at Twin City Grill.

Citrus

Gooey Lemon Cake at The Oakville Grill & Cellar
Made with grove lemons and whipped ricotta, you won’t want to share this one
Make a reservation at The Oakville Grill & Cellar

Bougatsa at Aba Miami – Bal Harbour
An interactive take on the classic Greek dessert that is smashed and served tableside featuring phyllo pastry, vanilla custard, cinnamon sugar streusel and orange blossom
Make a reservation at Aba Miami – Bal Harbour

Lemon Tiramisu at Pizzeria Portofino
Limoncello, mascarpone and pineapple come together in this citrusy take on tiramisu
Make a reservation at Pizzeria Portofino

Torta Al Cioccolato at Tre Dita
Chocolate and blood orange come together in this heavenly treat featuring pistachio sablée, orange marmalata and blood orange sorbetto
Make a reservation at Tre Dita

Key Lime Pie at Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab
The house specialty with a graham cracker crust and whipped cream
Make a reservation at the Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab location nearest you

You can also try Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab Key Lime Pie recipe.

Italian Creamsicle at Antico Posto
A palate-cleansing and refreshing after-dinner treat featuring orange granita, house-made vanilla bean gelato and candied orange peel
Make a reservation at Antico Posto

Apple

Apple Crostata at Di Pescara
A buttery and crisp crostata filled with apples served with vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce
Make a reservation at Di Pescara

Apple Tarte Tatin at Mon Ami Gabi
A warm apple tart served with caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream
Make a reservation at the Mon Ami Gabi location nearest you

Famous Apple Strudel at L. Woods Tap & Pine Lodge
Golden flaky pastry dough topped with house-made caramel sauce
Make a reservation at L. Woods Tap & Pine Lodge

Berries & Cherries

Blackberry Sorbet at il Porcellino
Perfectly ripped blackberries made into a sorbet
Make a reservation at il Porcellino

For more frozen desserts, check out our ice cream checklist!

Raspberry Pie at Shaw’s Crab House – Chicago and Schaumburg
This classic Raspberry Pie is not only a favorite of Lettuce Entertain You’s founder Rich Melman, but a longtime top seller at Shaw’s!
Make a reservation at the Shaw’s location nearest you

Not near Shaw’s? Try the Raspberry Pie recipe at home.

Door County Cherry Pie at Wildfire
Get a taste of Midwestern summer anytime with this longtime customer favorite!
Make a reservation at the Wildfire location nearest you.

Make your own version of Wildfire’s Door County Cherry Pie at home.

Strawberries & Cream at Beatrix

More of a chocolate lover? Here’s where to get your chocolate fix.

For more desserts near you check out more of our favorites here.