The best bakeries & sweet shops in Branford

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

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Sandpiper Restaurant

Bakeries & Sweets

Seafood rolls & platters, plus local beer, served in an airy space with nautical decor & a patio.

161 Cosey Beach Ave (East Haven)

“Seafood rolls & platters, plus local beer, served in an airy space with nautical decor & a patio.”

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Petonito's Pastry and Cupcake Shoppe

Bakeries & Sweets

An East Haven landmark since 1954, Petonito's Pastry and Cupcake Shoppe turns out classic Italian sweets: crisp cannoli, buttery cookies…

190 Main St (East Haven)

“An East Haven landmark since 1954, Petonito's Pastry and Cupcake Shoppe turns out classic Italian sweets: crisp cannoli, buttery cookies from pignoli to rainbow, and cupcakes you can fill with mousse or fruit. Also check Gelato Giuliana in 19 flavors plus beautifully crafted cakes for any occasion, including weddings.”

From the New Haven newsletter, August 31, 2026

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Sweets on Main

Bakeries & Sweets

Bakery offering an assortment of custom cakes and cupcakes, along with treats and scones.

1044 Main St

“Bakery offering an assortment of custom cakes and cupcakes, along with treats and scones.”

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Cheri's Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Popular spot for cake, donuts and pastries, plus coffee and Italian ice.

116 N Main St

“Popular spot for cake, donuts and pastries, plus coffee and Italian ice.”

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JCakes

Bakeries & Sweets

Compact bakeshop offering creative special-occasion cakes, plus cupcakes with whipped fillings.

5 Foxon Rd (North Branford)

“Compact bakeshop offering creative special-occasion cakes, plus cupcakes with whipped fillings.”

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