The best bakeries & sweet shops in East Haven

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

“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

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

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

“French-Asian bakery and cafe serving fluffy cakes and pastries alongside coffee drinks.”

“Quaint bakeshop in a simple, compact space specializing in Italian-style pastries & cakes.”

“Popular bakery known for playful, special-occasion cakes & cupcakes, plus classic pies & cookies.”

“Bakery chain known for warm cookies, ice cream & late-night deliveries.”

“Libby's Italian Pastry Shop and Italian Ice has been doing it since 1922, baking tri color butter and fig cookies alongside ricotta-stuffed cannoli and sfogliatelle. Treat yourself to a little Wooster Street tradition this week and call it self-care.”

From the West Haven newsletter, August 27, 2026

“Marjolaine Pastry Shop has been perfecting croissants, danishes, and classic treats for over 50 years, and they still bake the good stuff fresh daily. From sweet to savory and custom cakes that actually taste as good as they look, this is your midweek morale boost.”

From the Stratford newsletter, August 13, 2026

“Popular dairy shop known for its waffle cones and fresh ice-cream flavors such as pistachio and coffee.”