The best bakeries & sweet shops in Mesa County

Whether you need a midweek pick-me-up or a bribe for your coworkers, Gelato Junction and Baker's Boutique churns rich Italian-style gelato and bakes indulgent treats in-house. Flavors rotate, and the Cupcakes of the Week change daily, so pop in before today’s lineup disappears.

From the Grand Junction newsletter, October 24, 2026

The Baker's Boutique is part gelato parlor, part gourmet bakery, all obsession worthy. Swing by for the rotating Cupcakes of the Week and gelato that changes often, or plan ahead with custom cakes that actually match your wild idea.

From the Grand Junction newsletter, October 9, 2026

Swing by Graff Dairy for homemade ice cream, thick shakes and malts, plus casual bites with coffee or a crisp cream soda. The rotating flavor of the week and nostalgic, historic-building vibe make it an easy win for a family treat or a solo I-earned-this moment.

From the Grand Junction newsletter, October 10, 2026

Craving something legit handmade? Be Sweet Cafe & Bakeshop pours espresso from locally roasted beans, bakes pastries fresh every morning, and makes breakfast or lunch to order with honest ingredients. Cozy, relaxed, with local art in the mix...

From the Grand Junction newsletter, October 11, 2026

From pulled pork piled into the Hog to truffle-kissed prosciutto on the Truffle Shuffle, The Hog And The Hen nails deli creativity, then backs it up with a candy trove, specialty sodas, and charcuterie boards. Swing by when your pantry needs a quick market refill and your lunch needs personality.

From the Grand Junction newsletter, September 28, 2026

" Personalize a gift or snag a basket for later, then thank yourself every time you open the box.

From the Grand Junction newsletter, October 28, 2026

Whether you swear by tangy crusts or just want bread that actually tastes like grain, Kulina Lani Organic Sourdough does 24-plus-hour naturally leavened loaves with in-house stone-milled heritage grains.

From the Grand Junction newsletter, October 19, 2026

Whether you need a last-minute thank-you or a personal sugar high, Enstrom Candies Corner Square delivers that famous almond toffee, plus chocolates, sugar-free picks, and a solid lineup of kosher treats. Great for gift baskets and corporate goodies, or just bribing the kids after soccer.

From the Grand Junction newsletter, October 16, 2026

Candytime Shoppe nails that kid-in-a-candy-store feeling with shelves of nostalgic and international goodies, rotating specialty sodas, creamy ice cream and house truffles. Make this week sweeter, swing by, ask the friendly crew for something new, then savor your sugar-fueled victory.

From the Grand Junction newsletter, October 5, 2026

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

Between classes, errands, or just because, Sugar & Ice Co. hits every craving with Mountain Grind coffee from the full espresso bar, real-fruit smoothies and boba, from-scratch pastries, and all-day breakfast burritos and paninis.

From the Grand Junction newsletter, September 27, 2026

B&S Express Sourdough Bakery turns out loaves with that craveable tang and crackly crust Grand Junction folks obsess over. If your toast, BLTs, or weeknight soups could use a serious upgrade, snag a loaf and watch your kitchen suddenly become everyone’s favorite stop.

From the Grand Junction newsletter, October 12, 2026

Trail Cookie rotates monthly flavors and whips up customizable cookie cakes, plus build-your-own boxes with Big Hunks or Lil’ Hunkies so you can snack or share. Woman- and veteran-owned in the Grand Valley, they keep it local and delicious. Treat yourself this week.

From the Grand Junction newsletter, October 3, 2026