The best bakeries & sweet shops in Groton

“Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.”

“Counter-serve chain serving cinnamon rolls plus other baked goods & specialty frozen beverages.”

“Chinese bakery for cakes, cookies & breads also offering hot & cold specialty drinks.”

“Global chain of counters dispensing sweet & savory soft pretzels with a variety of toppings & dips.”

“Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.”

“Ice cream chain offering design-your-own creations hand-mixed on a granite slab, plus shakes & more.”

“Whether you're in a pistachio mood or chasing that vegan dark chocolate sorbet fix, Pompelmo Gelateria makes authentic Italian gelato by hand in small batches, with flavors that change daily. Expect legit technique studied in Italy, plus gelato cakes, sandwiches, and pops when a cone just won't cut it. Check it out.”

From the Westerly newsletter, September 16, 2026

“Italian ices & frozen custards star at this counter-serve chain with a range of other cold treats.”

“Elim Bakery does more than satisfy a pastry craving, it also turns out Latin favorites and hefty grinders. Expect fresh breads and flan alongside pupusas, tripletas, and a proper Cuban, ideal for a quick bite when you want something tasty and local.”

From the New London newsletter, September 17, 2026

“Ice cream chain offering design-your-own creations hand-mixed on a granite slab, plus shakes & more.”

“Whether you need a quick warm-up or a slow treat-yourself moment, Lazizah Bakery turns local, organic veggies into legendary soups, daily scratch-baked breads, and Lebanese favorites capped with buttery, honey-kissed baklava. Pro tip for busy Norwich weeks, grab hummus, babaghannuj, and spices from their market corner.”

From the Norwich newsletter, September 9, 2026

“Grounded Baking is a cottage bakery now in Middletown, but Anna still takes Norwich orders, turning out made-to-order custom cakes, cookie or cupcake decorating kits, dessert spreads, and giant stuffed cookies. Everything’s baked fresh with custom colors and flavors, just give at least 10 days notice, 14 for cakes.”

From the Norwich newsletter, August 31, 2026

“Whether you want a crackly boule, pepperoni-herb focaccia, or dill pickle sourdough you didn't know you needed, Saravessecooks drops a weekly menu of small-batch breads and treats right here in Norwich.”

From the Norwich newsletter, September 15, 2026

“Whimsical counter-serve destination providing ice cream, chocolates, candy, coffee drinks & gifts.”

“Teen-oriented retail chain for a large assortment of games, snacks, jewelry, room decor & more.”

“When you need a morning jumpstart or pizza night that actually hits, La Stella Pasta & Pastry delivers with housemade bagel breakfast sandwiches and standout pies like Justin's Favorite with vodka sauce and burrata and Dante's Inferno with local honey. Put it on your this week list, Sicilian and gluten free included.”

From the Norwich newsletter, September 12, 2026

“Make this week sweeter with Gumdrops & Lollipops Candy & Ice Cream, where they churn homemade ice cream, craft rich fudge, and stock the classic sweets you forgot you loved. Grab a scoop, build a nostalgic candy bag, then pretend it's for the kids.”

From the Norwich newsletter, August 14, 2026