The best bakeries & sweet shops in Los Banos

“When your sweet tooth and lunch plans need a truce, Jantz Cafe & Bakery delivers scratch-made pies, cinnamon swirl French toast in the morning, and real-deal sandwiches plus tri-tip and grass-fed burgers on house buns. Grab locally roasted coffee, settle in, and call it a win this week.”

From the Merced newsletter, August 5, 2026

“Since 1936, Peters' Bakery has kept the South Bay sweet with its iconic Burnt Almond Cake, baked fresh using time-honored recipes. This week, snag a slice or a seasonal Strawberry Ring, plus pies, fresh doughnuts, croissants, whipped cream eclairs, cookies, and their famous fruit bars.”

From the Morgan Hill newsletter, August 4, 2026

“If wedding season has your group chat buzzing, Frosted Cakery turns Pinterest boards into edible reality with custom cakes that nail the vibe, from barely frosted canvases to lush floral buttercream. Order a showpiece this week and let dessert do the flexing.”

From the Fresno newsletter, August 6, 2026

“Basic shop crafting housemade baked goods, including cakepops, cookies, pastries & custom cakes.”

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

“Busy bakery for custom cakes for weddings and birthdays, plus brownies and cookies.”

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

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

“This longtime bakery & deli known for its pan dulce also offers sandwiches & Mexican pastries.”

“Eco-minded chain with natural & organic grocery items, housewares & other products (most sell wine).”

“Longtime supermarket chain carrying brand-name & house-label groceries, plus a deli, bakery & more.”

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

“Pandan waffles and custom cakes round out the offerings at this bakery with Vietnamese roots.”

“Casual bakery specializing in gluten-free goods, including scones, loaves and cakes (vegan options available).”

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

“Longstanding donut shop offering many flavors & varieties, plus sandwiches & drinks.”

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