The best bakeries & sweet shops in Washington County

Whether you're in a sweet mood or going savory, Crepes & Company is flipping Japanese French fusion crepes made fresh daily with high-quality ingredients. They’re always experimenting with new flavors, so swing by this week and stumble into a new favorite the way Springdale people do... accidentally on purpose.

From the Springdale newsletter, October 9, 2026

When the Arkansas heat shows up, Shake's Frozen Custard answers with super premium custard made on-site using old-fashioned processes and top quality ingredients, scooped fresh at peak flavor. Swing by this week for a one of a kind, ridiculously creamy treat that tastes like summer should.

From the Fayetteville newsletter, September 25, 2026

Long-standing ice cream parlor offering many flavors of ice cream & sorbet, plus sundaes & shakes.

Crème Ice Cream Co. is Fayetteville's family-run spot for over 40 gourmet flavors, from luxury ice cream to Italian ice and dairy-free treats, all about rare combos that actually slap, and yes, they were voted Best Dessert in NWA three years running, so go treat yourself this week.

From the Fayetteville newsletter, October 6, 2026

Ice cream chain offering design-your-own creations hand-mixed on a granite slab, plus shakes & more.

Baked by Kori is a bakery and wine bar turning out cookies, cupcakes, cake pops, quiche, and fresh sourdough alongside beer, wine, and mimosas. Pop in this week for a sugar fix or a low-key bite that tastes like someone baked with love, not shortcuts.

From the Fayetteville newsletter, September 21, 2026

If a birthday, shower, or just-because dessert is on your calendar this week, Shelby Lynn's Cake Shoppe turns ideas into edible art with custom, one-of-a-kind celebration and wedding cakes.

From the Springdale newsletter, October 20, 2026

Franchise bakery specializing in handcrafted bundt cakes, plus curated gifts & party supplies.

If allergies are part of your life in Fayetteville, Dempsey Bakery runs a 100% gluten-free, soy-free, peanut-free, and tree nut-free kitchen, with many egg- and dairy-free picks too. Grab soft everyday breads, handcrafted sweets, café lunches, custom cakes, or take-and-bake mixes that make weeknights way easier.

From the Fayetteville newsletter, October 13, 2026

Franchise bakery specializing in handcrafted bundt cakes, plus curated gifts & party supplies.

Stone Mill Bread & Cafe - Springdale takes its time with loaves made from natural ingredients, no mixes, no preservatives. Swing by this week for a legit breakfast or lunch built on that bread, or have their catering bring the good stuff right to your door.

From the Springdale newsletter, October 6, 2026

Golden Kolache Bakery turns out fluffy, golden buns packed with everything from carnitas and spicy gouda to fruit kolaches and pecan pie pastries. Locals love that they’ve been slinging scratch-made kolaches since 2011, even voted Fayetteville’s best since 2018, perfect for breakfast or a quick snack.

From the Fayetteville newsletter, September 15, 2026

Bakery chain known for warm cookies, ice cream & late-night deliveries.

Everything at Little Bread Company is made right here, from flaky croissants and cinnamon rolls to stacked breakfast sandwiches and sturdy focaccia that laughs at soggy lunches. Grab a legit espresso, say hi on a first-name basis, and let this place power your week.

From the Fayetteville newsletter, September 28, 2026

When a sugar craving hits, Alchemy Macarons is the move for delicate, crisp-chewy bites in flavors from classic pistachio to calming lavender. Perfect for midweek pick-me-ups, birthdays, or bribing your coworkers, this little bakery keeps Fayetteville sweet without taking itself too seriously.

From the Fayetteville newsletter, October 20, 2026