Photograph by Tony Valainis
Canal Bistro
This Broad Ripple restaurant makes its baklava daily, using house-made simple syrup that provides more nuance than the typical honey. 6349 Guilford Ave., 317-254-8700, canal-bistro.com
Late Harvest Kitchen
Late Harvest’s seasonally informed menu always offers Sticky Toffee Pudding, a gloriously gooey ball of butter, caramel, and cake. 8605 River Crossing Blvd., 317-663-8063, lateharvestkitchen.com
Oakleys Bistro
The Oakleys Bistro Swiss Roll is just peachy. The lush, furry fruit is in its coulis, it’s paired with the strawberry in its relish, and it flavors the frozen yogurt on top. 1464 W. 86th St., 317-824-1231, oakleysbistro.com
Tipsy Mermaid Conch House & Cocktails
Some folks go to the Tipsy Mermaid solely to feast on the tart, zesty, light, and sweet key lime pie, with the rest of the meal a mere lead-up. 135 S. Main St., Zionsville, 317-973-8795, tipsymermaid.com
Yaso Jamaican Grill
Yaso’s take on Jamaican rum cake marries nuts, fruit, and a punch-packing dose of the strong stuff. 1501 Prospect St., 317-744-0011, yasogrill.com
Zydeco’s
A slice of chocolate cake from this Creole institution is as large—and as moist—as the state of Louisiana. You’ll need a box to tote the rest of it home. 11 E. Main St., Mooresville, 317-834-3900, zydecos.net
