The best bakeries & sweet shops in Lakewood

43 bakeries & sweet shops we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Mr. Biscuits Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Quaint bakery serving cinnamon rolls alongside biscuit sandwiches and other breakfast fare.

7176 W 38th Ave (Wheat Ridge)

Quaint bakery serving cinnamon rolls alongside biscuit sandwiches and other breakfast fare.

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Heaven Creamery Belmar

Bakeries & Sweets

Relaxed place dishing up ice cream and sorbet in a variety of flavors (including vegan ones), plus crepes.

7181 W Alaska Dr

Relaxed place dishing up ice cream and sorbet in a variety of flavors (including vegan ones), plus crepes.

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Em's Ice Cream

Bakeries & Sweets

Gourmet ice cream in a variety of flavors, plus vegan and gluten-free options, served in waffle cones.

10061 W 26th Ave (Wheat Ridge)

Gourmet ice cream in a variety of flavors, plus vegan and gluten-free options, served in waffle cones.

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GetRight's

Bakeries & Sweets

Pastries ranging from cake to brioche to pie and croissant are served at this casual eatery alongside sourdough breads.

6985 W 38th Ave #101 (Wheat Ridge)

Pastries ranging from cake to brioche to pie and croissant are served at this casual eatery alongside sourdough breads.

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Neveria La Delicia

Bakeries & Sweets

Ice cream parlor offering a selection of flavors plus crepes, paletas, and nachos.

6601C W Colfax Ave

Ice cream parlor offering a selection of flavors plus crepes, paletas, and nachos.

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The Cupcake Doctor

Bakeries & Sweets

Snag scratch-baked cupcakes or go all in on a custom cake, The Cupcake Doctor keeps Colorado Springs sugar cravings satisfied with 8 to 15…

3312 Austin Bluffs Pkwy (Colorado Springs) · ✓ checked Jul 30

Snag scratch-baked cupcakes or go all in on a custom cake, The Cupcake Doctor keeps Colorado Springs sugar cravings satisfied with 8 to 15 flavors daily, real buttercreams and cream cheese frostings, plus a cupcake truck and reliable local delivery. They even post the lineup on Facebook and X each morning.

From the Colorado Springs newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Hammond’s Candies

Bakeries & Sweets

Hammond’s Candies has been handcrafting lollipops, chocolates, brittles and other classic treats since 1920, and you can actually watch the…

5735 Washington St (Denver)

Hammond’s Candies has been handcrafting lollipops, chocolates, brittles and other classic treats since 1920, and you can actually watch the magic on a factory tour. Swing by their factory store for giftable boxes or a personal stash, then thank your future self during the next afternoon slump.

From the Denver newsletter, August 5, 2026

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Enstrom Candies Arvada

Bakeries & Sweets

When you need a sweet pick-me-up or an easy win for gifting, Enstrom Candies Arvada has toffee, chocolates, sugar-free picks, thoughtful…

6770 W 52nd Ave (Arvada)

When you need a sweet pick-me-up or an easy win for gifting, Enstrom Candies Arvada has toffee, chocolates, sugar-free picks, thoughtful gift baskets, and personalized lids and cards for celebrations, corporate gifting, or wedding favors. Consider this your midweek morale boost.

From the Arvada newsletter, August 6, 2026

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Masterpiece Cakeshop

Bakeries & Sweets

Whether you’re craving a fudgy square or something to dunk in that afternoon coffee, Masterpiece Cakeshop is cranking out brownie samplers…

3355 S Wadsworth Blvd H-117

Whether you’re craving a fudgy square or something to dunk in that afternoon coffee, Masterpiece Cakeshop is cranking out brownie samplers and cookie variety packs that hit the spot. Order a box, stash a few, then mysteriously become everyone’s favorite neighbor this week.

From the Lakewood newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Cakes By Karen

Bakeries & Sweets

Whether it’s a birthday, random Tuesday, or you just remembered the office potluck, Cakes by Karen has you covered with custom designs, 15…

16873 E Iliff Ave (Aurora)

Whether it’s a birthday, random Tuesday, or you just remembered the office potluck, Cakes by Karen has you covered with custom designs, 15 cake flavors, loads of fillings, and ready-made options. Vegan and gluten-free cakes, plus cupcakes and cookies, mean everyone gets a slice of happy.

From the Aurora newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Bakery Four

Bakeries & Sweets

Bakery specializing in European-style pastries and breads, plus coffee.

4150 Tennyson St (Denver)

Bakery specializing in European-style pastries and breads, plus coffee.

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Fuzziwig's Candy Factory

Bakeries & Sweets

Chain candy store at Southlands carrying a variety of sweets, including jelly beans and Dippin' Dots.

Southlands Mall, 6155 S Main St # E-111 (Aurora)

Chain candy store at Southlands carrying a variety of sweets, including jelly beans and Dippin' Dots.

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Traditional store selling chocolates, confections & fudge, as well as original recipe ice cream.

5166 N Nevada Ave #100 (Colorado Springs)

Traditional store selling chocolates, confections & fudge, as well as original recipe ice cream.

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Retailer offering premium chocolate & other confections, plus cocoa & gift baskets.

500 16th Street Ste 118, Denver Pavilions, 500 16th St Mall (Denver)

Retailer offering premium chocolate & other confections, plus cocoa & gift baskets.

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Yours Truly Cupcake

Bakeries & Sweets

Bakery window for classic & liquor-infused cupcakes, plus custom orders for delivery & events.

3563 Larimer St (Denver)

Bakery window for classic & liquor-infused cupcakes, plus custom orders for delivery & events.

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Nightingale Bread

Bakeries & Sweets

Artisan bakery for sourdough bread and bagels, along with pizza, sandwiches and pastries.

2727 N Cascade Ave #165 (Colorado Springs)

Artisan bakery for sourdough bread and bagels, along with pizza, sandwiches and pastries.

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Rocket Fizz

Bakeries & Sweets

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

5166 N Nevada Ave #140 (Colorado Springs)

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

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Cuba Bakery & Café

Bakeries & Sweets

Relaxed Cuban eatery with sweet & savory pastries, cakes & espresso, plus sandwiches.

15028 E Mississippi Ave (Aurora)

Relaxed Cuban eatery with sweet & savory pastries, cakes & espresso, plus sandwiches.

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Candy retailer with a large selection of sweets, caramels and ice cream.

1226 Interquest Pkwy (Colorado Springs)

Candy retailer with a large selection of sweets, caramels and ice cream.

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Outpost of a local candy-store chain known for its almond toffee & a variety of kosher treats.

201 University Blvd #118 (Denver)

Outpost of a local candy-store chain known for its almond toffee & a variety of kosher treats.

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The Cake Bar

Bakeries & Sweets

Relaxed bakery specializing in custom cakes and cupcakes, plus other baked goods and desserts for vegan diets.

214 E 13th Ave (Denver)

Relaxed bakery specializing in custom cakes and cupcakes, plus other baked goods and desserts for vegan diets.

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Bright shop for cupcakes in jars and ice cream, plus gluten-free options.

7335 N Academy Blvd (Colorado Springs)

Bright shop for cupcakes in jars and ice cream, plus gluten-free options.

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Marigold Cafe & Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Longtime patisserie & eatery providing homemade baked goods & French-inspired lunches & dinners.

4605 Centennial Blvd (Colorado Springs)

Longtime patisserie & eatery providing homemade baked goods & French-inspired lunches & dinners.

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Simple counter-order eatery selling homemade Italian desserts, plus pizza, calzones & pasta dishes.

3210 Wadsworth Blvd (Wheat Ridge)

Simple counter-order eatery selling homemade Italian desserts, plus pizza, calzones & pasta dishes.

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Parlor Doughnuts

Bakeries & Sweets

Craft shop serving unique doughnuts including vegan, gluten-free, and keto options, plus coffee.

5001 S Parker Rd (Aurora)

Craft shop serving unique doughnuts including vegan, gluten-free, and keto options, plus coffee.

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Gateaux

Bakeries & Sweets

Welcoming bakeshop for custom cakes, cookies, tortes, tarts & breakfast pastries.

1160 Speer Blvd (Denver)

Welcoming bakeshop for custom cakes, cookies, tortes, tarts & breakfast pastries.

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Daniel's of Paris

Bakeries & Sweets

Compact bakery specializing in croissants, meringues & other French treats, plus custom cakes.

12253 E Iliff Ave (Aurora)

Compact bakery specializing in croissants, meringues & other French treats, plus custom cakes.

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See's Candies

Bakeries & Sweets

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

1685 S Colorado Blvd T (Denver)

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

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Paris Baguette

Bakeries & Sweets

Neighborhood cafe serving pastries, breads, cakes, salads, and sandwiches alongside coffee and tea.

10601 E Garden Dr #105 (Aurora)

Neighborhood cafe serving pastries, breads, cakes, salads, and sandwiches alongside coffee and tea.

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Baked goods, wraps, toasts & other light fare are offered at the counter in a hip food market.

2669 Larimer St (Denver)

Baked goods, wraps, toasts & other light fare are offered at the counter in a hip food market.

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Nothing Bundt Cakes

Bakeries & Sweets

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

3244 Youngfield St C (Wheat Ridge)

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

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Rocket Fizz Denver

Bakeries & Sweets

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

1512 Larimer St R-25 (Denver)

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

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Miette et Chocolat

Bakeries & Sweets

Sleek chocolate shop located inside Stanley Marketplace selling bonbons, truffles and macarons, along with tarts.

2501 Dallas St Ste 176 (Aurora)

Sleek chocolate shop located inside Stanley Marketplace selling bonbons, truffles and macarons, along with tarts.

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Detour Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Popular French bakery offering pastries, artisan breads, quiche & sandwiches in a cheery atmosphere.

1479 S Holly St (Denver)

Popular French bakery offering pastries, artisan breads, quiche & sandwiches in a cheery atmosphere.

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Simple, mom-&-pop bakery featuring gourmet desserts, pastries & espresso, plus Dutch grocery items.

610 E Fillmore St (Colorado Springs) · ✓ checked Aug 7

Simple, mom-&-pop bakery featuring gourmet desserts, pastries & espresso, plus Dutch grocery items.

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Traditional store selling chocolates, confections & fudge, as well as original recipe ice cream.

618 16th St Mall (Denver)

Traditional store selling chocolates, confections & fudge, as well as original recipe ice cream.

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Cake Crumbs Bakery & Cafe

Bakeries & Sweets

This bakeshop specializing in cakes & other baked treats also offers light fare & free WiFi.

2216 Kearney St (Denver)

This bakeshop specializing in cakes & other baked treats also offers light fare & free WiFi.

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Homey cafe/bakery featuring cakes & pastries to go, plus a menu of local fare for breakfast & lunch.

2418 W 32nd Ave (Denver)

Homey cafe/bakery featuring cakes & pastries to go, plus a menu of local fare for breakfast & lunch.

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Mermaids Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

This bakery makes all its treats from scratch, including cupcakes, pies, mini pies, cakes & cookies.

1543 Champa St (Denver)

This bakery makes all its treats from scratch, including cupcakes, pies, mini pies, cakes & cookies.

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LoDough Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Unassuming bakery, baking croissants, scones, muffins, and other items, along with sourdough bread.

1850 Wazee St #150 (Denver)

Unassuming bakery, baking croissants, scones, muffins, and other items, along with sourdough bread.

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Elegant Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

European-style bakery specializing in fancy, custom-decorated cakes & pastries in a snug storefront.

3278 S Wadsworth Blvd #3

European-style bakery specializing in fancy, custom-decorated cakes & pastries in a snug storefront.

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le' Bakery Sensual

Bakeries & Sweets

Long-running, local bakeshop for unique custom wedding, children's & bachelorette party cakes.

300 E 6th Ave #4 (Denver)

Long-running, local bakeshop for unique custom wedding, children's & bachelorette party cakes.

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Voodoo Doughnut

Bakeries & Sweets

Denver outpost of the Portland-based bakery for creative doughnuts topped with wacky, fun ingredients.

1520 E Colfax Ave (Denver)

Denver outpost of the Portland-based bakery for creative doughnuts topped with wacky, fun ingredients.

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