The best bakeries & sweet shops in Dover

“Longtime supermarket chain carrying brand-name & house-label groceries, plus a deli, bakery & more.”

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

“Need a birthday showpiece, dessert table that actually disappears, or a class to up your piping game? Tiffanee & Co. Bakery is Dover’s one stop shop for custom pastry needs, from custom orders to catering and parties or lessons, so your sweet plans look as good as they taste.”

From the Dover newsletter, August 29, 2026

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

“Craving a lunch that doesn’t feel phoned in? Pastries & More by Sugar Savage mixes deli favorites with Jamaican bites, plus cupcakes and flaky croissants for the treat-yourself moment, so order carryout or pop in this week, grab wings or a stacked sandwich, and call it a win.”

From the Dover newsletter, September 22, 2026

“Tropicana Treats is serving legit Latin treats in Dover this week, from addictive mangonadas with chamoy, chile and tamarind to house-made ice cream and fresh fruit cups with tajín. They even cater, so your next backyard hang can bring a live mangonada bar and artisan ice cream cart.”

From the Dover newsletter, September 19, 2026

“Whether you’re grabbing a pre-work croissant, treating yourself to a box of macarons and cruffins, or ordering a made-to-order Boar’s Head sandwich, La Baguette French Bakery nails the sweet-and-savory balance with artisan bread and daily pastries that taste like they actually got up early.”

From the Dover newsletter, September 14, 2026

“When the ice cream urge hits, The Brain Freezer is a Dover go-to, serving frozen treats with a twist that actually delivers. Swing by or book their ice cream truck for your next event, then taste through flavors you won't find anywhere else.”

From the Dover newsletter, September 11, 2026