The best bakeries & sweet shops in San Francisco

Popular ice cream concept offers classic flavors & vegan ice cream sandwiches in a cozy space.

482 49th St (Oakland)

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

1302 S Winchester Blvd (San Jose)

Ice-cream, gelato and other deserts offered in a casual space with friendly staff.

1951 Telegraph Ave (Oakland)

Handmade ice cream parlor featuring a rotating menu of lactose-free flavors, plus vanilla.

5800 College Ave (Oakland)

Cozy dessert shop serving frozen custard, sorbet and ice cream pies, plus sundaes.

2010 Addison St (Berkeley)

Lively treat spot serving updated old-world Italian gelato & sorbet flavors with vegan options.

2170 Shattuck Ave. (Berkeley)

A retro ice cream parlor known for their large sundaes and cones and their large variety of flavors.

4226 Piedmont Ave (Oakland)

When a birthday, baby shower, or random sugar craving hits this week, Sweet Note Cakes turns it into a gorgeous, flavor-forward…

Pinewood Dr (San Jose)

Craving fancy without the fuss, pop into Le Bonbon for Belgian chocolates, locally made treats, a Jelly Belly wall, and Fiorello's Gelato…

2050 Mountain Blvd (Oakland)

Shaws San Francisco still cranks out handmade chocolates, fresh fudge, scoops of honest-to-goodness ice cream, and nostalgic sweets that…

122 W Portal Ave

Thorough Bread & Pastry turns out authentic French-style viennoiseries, artisanal breads, cakes and craveable sandwiches, all made from…

248 Church St

Since 1936, Peters' Bakery has kept the South Bay sweet with its iconic Burnt Almond Cake, baked fresh using time-honored recipes. This…

3108 Alum Rock Ave (San Jose)

When that 3 p.m. sweet tooth hits, Cupcake Cove comes through with cupcakes in classics like red velvet, carrot cake and chocolate, plus…

500 12th St #136 (Oakland)

Whether you need a midweek pick me up or a Saturday treat this week, Loquat brings the goods with Turkish-coffee-cream tarts and a rotating…

198 Gough St

Retailer offering a huge selection of candy & bottled sodas in innovative flavors.

1356 Park St (Alameda)

Petite patisserie spotlighting pre-made & custom cakes also offers cupcakes & other pastries.

317 13th St (Oakland)

Bakery specializing in cakes made for all occasions, as well as pastries, cookies, and focaccia.

2087 Mountain Blvd Unit A (Oakland)

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

2109 Chestnut St

Colorful shop sells a range of retro sweets in a stylish space lined with old-fashioned candy jars.

1507 Vallejo St

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

1375 Blossom Hill Rd #38 (San Jose)

French-style cafe serving pastries, macarons, tarts & cakes, plus coffee & sandwiches.

333 Santana Row #1045 (San Jose)

This bakeshop creates artful custom cakes & offers treats such as cupcakes, cookies & macarons.

7743 El Camino Real (Colma)

Quaint shop known for cupcakes & made-to-order cakes in a variety of innovative flavors.

1510 Walnut St g (Berkeley)

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

5802 College Ave (Oakland)

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

801 Beach St

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

900 North Point St F301

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

2721 Aborn Rd Suite 10 (San Jose)

Casual bakery serving halal dishes including Turkish pastries, pitas and other savory items.

4125 San Pablo Ave (Emeryville)

Cheerily decorated bakery offering pastries, lunch fare & custom cakes, plus floral arrangements.

1875 S Bascom Ave #140, Campbell, CA 95008 (San Jose)

Famed for sourdough since 1849, this California bakery/cafe chain also offers light American bites.

160 Jefferson St

Sweet & savory Filipino bites are the hallmark of this bakery, along with made-to-order cakes.

1127 El Camino Real (South San Francisco)

Homemade, locally focused cakes and treats bakery, featuring gluten-free options.

1501 Cortland Ave

Casual dessert destination for ice cream, chocolate products, candy, gourmet popcorn.

200 S 1st St #60 (San Jose)

Popular, long-running ice cream parlor dishing up creative flavors of sweet treats.

1608 Webster St (Alameda)

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

542 Market St

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

754 Clement St

Sleek cafe doing fancy cupcakes made with local organic ingredients, including gluten-free options.

3249 Scott St

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

1175 Redmond Ave (San Jose)

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

3250 20th Ave #125

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

5353 Almaden Expy #16 (San Jose)

Pint-sized parlor for gourmet miniature cupcakes with unique flavors, plus gluten-free options.

3168 22nd St

Cupcakes in a range of creative flavors, toppings & sizes offered in a quaint, colorful bakeshop.

2391 Telegraph Ave (Berkeley)

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

1109 Lincoln Ave (San Jose)

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

1088 E Brokaw Rd Ste 50 (San Jose)

Boutique specializing in chocolate varieties from around the world, plus gifts & custom candy boxes.

4069 24th St #4071

Nostalgia-fueled candy store providing local and imported treats, plus a variety of Kit Kat flavors.

1352 Haight St

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

1702 Meridian Ave Suite B (San Jose)

Gluten-free bakeshop for sweet & savory goods, from pastries to croutons, plus a daytime cafe menu.

One Ferry Building #32

Women- & minority-owned bakery making organic pies from local ingredients for pick-up or delivery.

2797 16th St

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

925 Blossom Hill Rd #1265 (San Jose)

Petite shop selling premium truffles, chews & creams, plus chocolate-covered fruits & nuts.

1268 Lincoln Ave (San Jose)

Savory & sweet varieties of cake in a modern Crocker Galleria storefront awash in baby blue & white.

Level 1, Store #10, 50 Post St #10

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

2244 S Shore Center M027 (Alameda)

French bakery with a petite, rustic interior & a pastry case for kouign-amann to scones & more.

397 Arguello Blvd

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

415 S King Rd (San Jose)

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

1675 W San Carlos St (San Jose)

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

1146 Blossom Hill Rd (San Jose)

Casual dessert spot offering handmade waffles for its ice cream cones, as well as shave ice.

6649 Embarcadero Dr (Stockton)

Cafe serving pastries, breakfast items, sandwiches and coffee, plus catered meals.

555 12th St #101 (Oakland)

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

1489 Bird Ave. (San Jose)

Friendly bakery known for cupcakes with cute frosting and cakes.

647 Central Ave (Alameda)

Chain outpost whipping up breads, cakes, and pastries, plus sandwiches, coffee, and tea.

2278 Westborough Blvd (South San Francisco)

Time-tested Russian bakery turning out traditional pastries, meat pies, entrees & treats since 1953.

436 Balboa St

Dessert specialist within Alamar restaurant serving up inventive, rich pastries & savory breakfasts.

285 23rd St (Oakland)

Light-filled bakery specializing in traditional French cream puffs plus more creative varieties.

248 Fillmore St

Cake shop specializing in organic, vegan, ketogenic, and gluten-free options and custom designs.

103 Horne Ave

Bakery specializing in cupcakes in many gourmet & seasonal flavors, plus special-order cakes.

175 Bay Pl (Oakland)

Long-running dessert shop with a menu of homestyle ice cream, shakes, floats, cakes, coffee & more.

1349 Park St (Alameda)

Gluten-free bakeshop for sweet & savory goods, from pastries to croutons, plus a daytime cafe menu.

5427 Telegraph Ave d3 (Oakland)

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

979 Story Rd Unit 7066 (San Jose)

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

2251 S Shore Center (Alameda)

Cozy cafe for French-inspired breads, macarons, cookies & other seasonal baked goods, plus coffee.

1700 Park St #120 (Alameda)

Petite bakeshop offering classic treats & desserts, including bread, pastries, pies & cookies.

4073 24th St

Known for its giant candy apples, this chocolatier offers a wide variety of sweets plus workshops.

638 2nd St (Oakland)

Coffee, cake pops & cupcakes for snacks & special events in a gingerbread house-style setting.

745 5th St (Oakland)

Organic ingredients provide the makings for breakfast pastries, hot pressed sandwiches & coffee.

600 Guerrero St

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

5650 Cottle Rd Ste 10 (San Jose)

Family-owned retailer featuring homemade sweets, from fudge & caramel corn to gelato & candy.

474 Columbus Ave

Custom cakes and grab-and-go pastries, including popular tres leches cakes and cupcakes, plus coffee.

132 Brentwood Dr (South San Francisco)

Light fare & baked goods accompany hot cocoa, coffee roasted in-house & chocolate bars made on-site.

5427 College Ave (Oakland)

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

210 El Camino Real (South San Francisco)

Small-batch chocolatier offering handmade candy bars & brownies, cocoa beans & educational classes.

740 Valencia St

Whimsical bakery specializing in signature creative cupcakes served in brightly colored digs.

1305 N Bascom Ave I (San Jose)

Worker-owned Mission treasure known for thin-crust pizza & from-the-oven sweet treats.

1268 Valencia St

This charming bakery sells croissants, breads, scones, cookies, tarts, coffee & custom cakes.

3411 Fruitvale Ave (Oakland)

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

Post-Security, 1701 Airport Blvd Terminal B - Boarding Area, near Gate 24 (San Jose)