The best bakeries & sweet shops in Carlsbad

Pastry seller, also serving baked goods like cakes and sandwiches, run by friendly staff.

3740 Iowa Ave Ste 109 (Riverside)

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

5225 Canyon Crest Dr #7A (Riverside)

Cafe serving pastries, coffee and sandwiches, plus breakfast items, draft cocktails and espresso drinks.

5225 Canyon Crest Dr #17A (Riverside)

Time-tested, family-owned place for custom, decorated cakes & cupcakes, plus cookies & other treats.

9230 Magnolia Ave (Riverside)

Bakery and cafe specializing in coffee and breakfast fare such as pastries, croissants and French toast.

13124 Jamboree Rd (Irvine)

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

30 Main St Ste 120 (Vista)

Mexican bakery and cafe serving a variety of freshly baked goods, plus sandwiches and other eats.

613 S Santa Fe Ave (Vista)

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

2295 Otay Lakes Rd Ste 113 (Chula Vista)

Chain (some locations have drive-thrus) specializing in a wide variety of yeast-based and raised donuts, along with coffee, pastries and…

2232 17th St (Santa Ana)

Outpost of a local chain offering self-serve frozen yogurt & toppings in a contemporary space.

2278 17th St (Santa Ana)

Popular local chain spot known for milk ice cream with honey & other sweet treats.

5414 Walnut Ave # C (Irvine)

Bakery/cafe chain supplying breads, pastries, cakes, and sandwiches, plus coffee and tea.

3850 Barranca Pkwy F (Irvine)

Ice cream parlor chain known for its many ice cream flavors & sundaes, plus cakes, drinks & other treats.

550 Hacienda Dr Ste 102 (Vista)

Handmade favorite specializing in unusual ice cream flavors in cones or cups, plus vegan options.

1550 Disneyland Dr. E, 1550 Disneyland Dr #103A (Anaheim)

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

13786 Jamboree Rd (Irvine)

Coffee, lattes, and a wide range of cakes, pastries, and desserts offered in a cute setting with pink cherry blossom decor.

168 S Fairmont Blvd (Anaheim)

Cult-favorite scoop shop serving globally inspired ice creams, including vegan options.

14413 Culver Dr (Irvine)

NY-style deli known for its famed corned beef & pastrami sandwiches & 1960s-era decor.

1828 N Tustin Ave (Santa Ana)

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

207 Main St (Vista)

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

2585 Canyon Springs Pkwy Unit g (Riverside)

Ice cream parlor inside Metro Town Square offering a range of flavors including sundaes and sandwiches.

3640 S Bristol St (Santa Ana)

Charming bakery with a patio offering a variety of baked goods, from croissants to sourdough bread, plus coffee and beer options.

728 Poinsettia St N Unit A (Santa Ana)

When your sweet tooth wants something actually worth the calories, Bonjour Patisserie has you covered with elegant desserts, classic…

320 W Cedar St Unit 101 (San Diego)

Simply Sweet Cakes turns birthdays, work wins, and just-because moments into showstoppers, blending French and Japanese technique for…

2128 N Tustin Ave (Santa Ana)

Crave a legit Neapolitan fix? Dolce Aroma Italian Bakery turns out pistachio cornetti, crisp sfogliatelle, and sugar-dusted bomboloni using…

3451 Via Montebello #182

Arcis Candy Riverside has piñatas, Mexican candy, and all the party extras to turn a regular get-together into an instant celebration.…

2850 University Ave (Riverside)

Beach Sweets brings full-on kid-in-a-candy-store vibes with bulk classics, Jelly Belly, salt water taffy, sugar-free picks, plus handmade…

5022 Newport Ave (San Diego)

Iconic chocolatier selling chocolate gifts galore, including chocolate squares, bars & baskets.

Pacific Wharf, 1313 Disneyland Dr (Anaheim)

Creative desserts, light fare & espresso drinks whipped up in a modern space with seating.

4250 Barranca Pkwy I (Irvine)

Compact, airy counter-serve for donuts in creative flavors such as stuffed Nutella & s’mores.

2965 State St

Sunny, casual setting for American breakfast & lunch fare, plus coffee, espresso & French pastries.

223 N Coast Hwy (Oceanside)

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

965 Palomar Airport Rd Suite 102

Elegant shop specializing in handmade chocolate and sweets, including the Dubai variety.

2424 W Ball Rd # N (Anaheim)

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

3225 Sports Arena Blvd Suites 102-3 (San Diego)

Chocolate shop making artisan bars of fair trade-certified chocolate with unique flavors, plus guided factory tours.

2350 Camino Vida Roble #101

Casual cafe and bakery chain known for macaroons, croissants and crepes, plus gelato, tarts and sandwiches.

440 S Anaheim Blvd Ste 214 (Anaheim)

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

5624 Mission Center Rd Ste B (San Diego)

Bakery with a big selection of Mexican baked goods, including tamales and custom-made cakes.

1767 W La Palma Ave (Anaheim)

Popular bakery offering croissants, buns, biscuits and other baked items. sandwiches and seasonal creations.

845 15th St (San Diego)

Candies & chocolates are sold by the piece or box at this old-school chain, in business since 1921.

6616 Irvine Center Dr (Irvine)

Candies & chocolates are sold by the piece or box at this old-school chain, in business since 1921.

276 N El Camino Real (Encinitas)

Causal brunch-friendly spot with cozy, patio-style seating serving French fare.

7150 Avenida Encinas

Egg tarts and cookies highlight this globally inspired bakehouse.

17935 MacArthur Blvd (Irvine)

This shop with a range of sweets, including 20+ kinds of homemade fudge, also sells espresso drinks.

859 W Harbor Dr (San Diego)

French bakery serving classic pastries & light cafe dishes in sophisticated, welcoming surrounds.

555 G St (San Diego)

Hip, airy spot for coffee, tea & craft beer plus healthy bites such as acai bowls, salads & quiche.

2727 State St #100

Casual counter-serve featuring sweet & savory baked goods, including bread, pastries & custom cakes.

11639 Duenda Rd (San Diego)

Family-owned bakery with roots in France specializing in baguettes, croissants, beignets and quiches.

4225 Oceanside Blvd (Oceanside)

Bakery offering from-scratch desserts, including cookies, pies & custom layer cakes.

1935 Calle Barcelona

Bakery turning out Japanese and French pastries such as salt and butter rolls plus sea salt cold brew.

155 W Center Street Promenade (Anaheim)

Relaxed specialty shop for cupcakes and muffins, as well as cakes.

3795 Fourth Ave (San Diego)

Made-to-order donuts are the star at this relaxed counter-service joint.

967 S Coast Hwy 101 Ste 109B (Encinitas)

Casual Taiwanese bakery for cakes, cookies & breads also offering hot & cold specialty drinks.

14805 Jeffrey Rd E (Irvine)

Casual, made-to-order donut franchise with dozens of varieties as well as ice cream and coffee.

2222 Michelson Dr Ste 200 (Irvine)

Neighborhood bakery cafe serving pastries, breads, cakes, coffees, and teas, plus grab-&-go options.

4800 Irvine Blvd (Irvine)

Dessert shop at the Irvine Spectrum Center serving crepes, waffles, chocolate-covered strawberries, and other sweet treats.

525 Spectrum Center Dr (Irvine)

Clean shop dispensing small cupcakes in an array of flavors, with party packs available.

8585 Irvine Center Dr (Irvine)

Familiar chain selling cookies and ice cream, including build-your-own sandwiches using the treats.

587 S Coast Hwy 101 Ste. B (Encinitas)

Candies & chocolates are sold by the piece or box at this old-school chain, in business since 1921.

3525 Central Ave (Riverside)

Family-run bakery specializing in loaf breads from organic grains, plus pastries & a few sandwiches.

5611 Palmer Way C

Bakery offering from-scratch desserts, including cookies, pies & custom layer cakes.

7610 Via Campanile #144

Coffee shop serving breakfast and lunch, including sandwiches, quiche, muffins, and gluten-free items.

441 Encinitas Blvd (Encinitas)

Custom-designed cakes, cupcakes, and other desserts for all occasions, including gluten-free options.

3800 Oceanic Dr #118 (Oceanside)

Bakery/cafe chain supplying pastries, cakes, and sandwiches, plus coffees.

14450 Culver Dr (Irvine)

Teen-oriented retail chain for a large assortment of games, snacks, jewelry, room decor & more.

2154 Vista Way (Oceanside)

Family-run candy store selling old-school favorites alongside toys.

839 W Harbor Dr Ste C-2 (San Diego)

Chain of bulk-candy shops offering sweets of all varieties, plus candy-themed gifts & toys.

The Shoppes at Carlsbad, 2525, El Camino Real Unit 135

Iconic chocolatier selling chocolate gifts galore, including chocolate squares, bars & baskets.

643 Fifth Ave (San Diego)

Bakery dishing up pan dulce, cakes, cookies, and other pastries, plus breakfast items.

5006 El Cajon Blvd (San Diego)

Buzzy cafe known for its array of gourmet desserts, including flower-topped cakes & cupcakes.

2870 Fourth Ave (San Diego)

Sweet shop at Disneyland Resort with a whimsical atmosphere offering handmade candies & baked goods.

1580 Disneyland Dr (Anaheim)

Counter-serve shop at the Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort stocking candies, ice cream, and frozen yogurt.

3001 Carlsbad Blvd #B

Bakery chain offering a wide selection of pastries such as croissants, milk bread, and Earl Grey latte cakes.

3825 Alton Pkwy (Irvine)

Compact, family-owned bakery, serving Middle Eastern sweets such as baklava and kunafa, plus French pastries and ice cream.

100 S Brookhurst St Ste D (Anaheim)

Compact snack shop specializing in strawberry-themed treats, including shortcakes, shakes and sundaes, as well as chocolates.

2906 Carlsbad Blvd

Fluffy bakery, plus a lunch menu, milk tea and other drinks; also has outdoor seating.

634 14th St #110 (San Diego)

Quaint, mall-based bake shop crafting French-style macarons, plus daily & seasonal specials.

633 Spectrum Center Dr Ste 633 (Irvine)

Lofty bakery specializing in croissants and house-baked bread such as sourdough , plus morning buns and pastries .

1429 Island Ave (San Diego)

Candies & chocolates are sold by the piece or box at this old-school chain, in business since 1921.

1830 Marron Rd Ste 124

Chain serving cake and European pastries, as well as sandwiches, coffees and teas.

6278 Irvine Blvd (Irvine)

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

872 Eastlake Pkwy Suite 414 (Chula Vista)

Candies & chocolates are sold by the piece or box at this old-school chain, in business since 1921.

75 E Orangethorpe Ave (Anaheim)