The best bakeries & sweet shops in San Rafael

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)

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 (San Francisco)

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

248 Church St (San Francisco)

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)

Run by award-winning baker Craig Ponsford, Ponsford's Place pops up with small-batch loaves, crackly crusts, and the occasional pizza that…

117 Shaver St

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 (San Francisco)

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 (San Francisco)

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

1507 Vallejo St (San Francisco)

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

333 Santana Row #1045 (San Jose)

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

5802 College Ave (Oakland)

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

47 Tamal Vista Blvd Suite G (Corte Madera)

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

801 Beach St (San Francisco)

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

900 North Point St F301 (San Francisco)

Breakfast eatery also offering salads, sandwiches, pastries, coffee cakes and desserts.

1719 Grant Ave (Novato)

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 (San Francisco)

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

1501 Cortland Ave (San Francisco)

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

200 S 1st St #60 (San Jose)

Bakery, restaurant, and cafe serving breakfasts, muffins and cookies, as well as gluten-free sandwiches and salads.

129 Miller Ave #300 (Mill Valley)

Gluten-free bakery serving treats such as cupcakes, bagels, cookies, and bread.

850 Grant Ave (Novato)

Bright bakery offering health-conscious baked goods, plus sandwiches, soups & other light fare.

5800 Nave Dr Ste e (Novato)

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

348 Corte Madera Town Center (Corte Madera)

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

120 Vintage Way D7 (Novato)

Floral display for dessert tables, with cupcakes baked from scratch.

2100 4th St Ste A

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

542 Market St (San Francisco)

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

754 Clement St (San Francisco)

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

3249 Scott St (San Francisco)

Gluten-free pastries, breads, cakes & more served in bright, simple-chic digs with counter service.

702 San Anselmo Ave (San Anselmo)

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

3250 20th Ave #125 (San Francisco)

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

3168 22nd St (San Francisco)

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)

Confectionery peddling gourmet chocolates, ice cream and nostalgic candy, plus gift baskets.

879 Grant Ave (Novato)

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

4069 24th St #4071 (San Francisco)

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

1352 Haight St (San Francisco)

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 (San Francisco)

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

2797 16th St (San Francisco)

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 (San Francisco)

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

397 Arguello Blvd (San Francisco)

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)

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)

Specialty bakery serving custom wedding cakes along with whimsical celebration cakes and a variety of pastries.

1545 4th St

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

436 Balboa St (San Francisco)

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

285 23rd St (Oakland)

Bright bakery offering health-conscious baked goods, plus sandwiches, soups & other light fare.

1407 Grant Ave (Novato)

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

248 Fillmore St (San Francisco)

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

103 Horne Ave (San Francisco)

Italian pastries, cookies & cakes fill the cases at this quaint area staple also serving espresso.

292 Bon Air Center (Greenbrae)

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

175 Bay Pl (Oakland)

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)

This long-running bakery & cafe offers house-baked pastries plus sandwiches, soups & espresso.

2 Bayview St

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

373 3rd St

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

4073 24th St (San Francisco)

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 (San Francisco)

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

474 Columbus Ave (San Francisco)

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

5427 College Ave (Oakland)

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

740 Valencia St (San Francisco)

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 (San Francisco)

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

3411 Fruitvale Ave (Oakland)

Cheesecake factory with many flavors often sold at discounted prices, plus friendly front-of-house staff.

4 Commercial Blvd #2 (Novato)

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)