The best bakeries & sweet shops in New Britain

“Straightforward parlor featuring classic & soft-serve ice cream served in cups or cones, plus cakes.”

“Boricua cafe-bakery offering breakfast platters, sandwiches, breads and pastries from Puerto Rico.”

“Frootie Tooties Candy & More is a candy shop and party venue with a walk in Slime Bar, Build a Teddy center, and a Fun Bus that brings the party to you. Load up on candy and toys this week, order a candy bouquet, then let the kids go wild creating memories.”

From the Hartford newsletter, August 4, 2026

“Chocolate shop offering European-style candies including toffees, truffles and caramels, as well as gifts.”

“Comfy place specializing in cupcakes and cakes, plus macarons, cookies and ice cream.”

“Vibrant French- and Italian desserts shop baking custom wedding and birthday cakes.”

“Whether you're plotting a birthday surprise or just craving something flaky and dangerous, Mazzotta's Bakery has made-from-scratch Italian pastries, ricotta cannolis, stuffed breads, and custom cakes built to your specs since 1981. Order something for the week, then pretend you baked it yourself... we won't tell.”

“Fun, old-timey grocery store and candy emporium with local products, cheeses and gifts.”

“Italian bakery (formerly Mangiafico Bakery) serving up a variety of pies, cakes and cookies including gluten-free options.”

“Peanut-free, potato-chip, and pretzel-flavored sweets made by hand.”

“Italian bakery crafting cakes and pastries, plus cookies, cannoli, and espresso.”

“A choice for baked goods, breads, and espresso drinks, plus day-old discounts.”