The best bakeries & sweet shops in Stratford

“Family-owned and unfussy in the best way, The Cone Zone dishes out hard and soft serve, legit-thick milkshakes, and frozen dog treats that make tails wag. Solid choice when you just want creamy, no-drama ice cream from folks who remember your usual.”

From the Milford newsletter, August 31, 2026

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

“River Street Cones & Cups is that family-owned spot locals keep in their back pocket for rotating scoops, legit gelato and sorbet, and artisan pops made with real fruit. Bonus points for waffle wands, red velvet cones, and affogato when you need dessert to double as caffeine.”

From the Milford newsletter, September 15, 2026

“Magical Fantasia is slinging jumbo bomboloni donuts stuffed with luscious fillings, plus giant gooey cookies, flavor-packed cakes and cheesecakes, savory hand pies, and even gourmet coffee. Craving a lift this week? Grab something that lives up to its name...”

From the Bridgeport newsletter, September 9, 2026

“Icing On the Cake Bakery has been family-run since 1987, baking everything on premises the old-fashioned way with recipes passed down through generations. Swing by this week for fresh baked goods that taste like home, or get a birthday or wedding cake that looks gorgeous and actually delivers flavor.”

From the Stratford newsletter, September 10, 2026

“Winner of Cake Wars and known for sculpting showstopper tiers, Lovely Cakes turns weddings, birthdays, and every excuse-to-celebrate into edible art.”

From the Bridgeport newsletter, September 6, 2026

“Stratford Bakery is the local crew turning nostalgia into small batch magic, from handmade brownies, truffles, and cookies to cheeky hemp and THC treats crafted with honest ingredients. Expect flavor, humor, and zero corporate polish this week, the kind of dessert that makes you grin before the first bite.”

From the Stratford newsletter, September 15, 2026

“When you want a flaky pastry and something with real kick, Elli's Cafe Bakery serves fresh-baked cakes, pastries, and breads alongside bold, home-style Peruvian dishes. Perfect for a weeknight craving or a low-key weekend treat, it’s a quick hop from Stratford and worth repeating.”

From the Bridgeport newsletter, September 15, 2026

“This week, whether you need a wedding showstopper, an office celebration flex, or just a flaky pastry that makes Monday behave, Ambrosia Bakery - Stratford turns high-quality, locally sourced ingredients into bespoke cakes and pastries with serious flavor and design chops.”

From the Bridgeport newsletter, August 27, 2026

“Whether you need a beach walk bribe or a midweek pick-me-up, Walnut Beach Creamery handcrafts small-batch flavors with fresh seasonal ingredients, balancing playful new experiments with perfected classics.”

From the Stratford newsletter, August 22, 2026