The best bakeries & sweet shops in Key West

“Kermit's Key Lime Pie Shop - Elizabeth Street keeps the Keys sweet with classic key lime pies, creamy pie bars, and candy treats, plus pantry goodies and giftables. Pro tip for a midweek mood lift, grab the frozen chocolate-dipped slice or Key Lime Coolers, then share... if you actually want to.”

From the Key West newsletter, September 16, 2026

“When the week calls for that tart sweet morale boost, Key Lime Pie Bakery has fresh-baked pies by the slice or whole, plus cookies, cakes, and even quick mixes so you can play pastry chef at home. Grab salt water taffy and local gifts while you’re at it.”

From the Key West newsletter, September 9, 2026

“Old Town Bakery keeps mornings and lunch simple with flaky croissants, baguettes, and hand-crafted sandwiches, plus quiches and a sticky bun that ruins self-control. Their Key Lime Pie claims top spot in the Keys, and online ordering makes grab-and-go wildly easy, with party platters that crush office cravings.”

From the Key West newsletter, August 26, 2026

“Traditional store selling chocolates, confections & fudge, as well as original recipe ice cream.”

“Whether it’s a low-key birthday at home or a full-on wedding, Key West Cakes has been hand-crafting beautiful cakes and treats since 2001, baked on-location and actually tasting as good as they look. Swing by for a peek at the magic... there’s usually something delightful to sample or take home.”

From the Key West newsletter, August 12, 2026

“Mattheessen’s Candy Kitchen has been serving homemade treats with love since 1993, turning out half-pound cookies, marble slab fudge, coconut macaroons, chocolate-dipped key lime pie, and creamy ice cream made fresh daily. When your week needs a morale boost, this is the sugar pit stop locals claim as theirs.”

From the Key West newsletter, August 19, 2026

“Better Than Sex - A Dessert Restaurant is the intimate, adults-only dessert hideout near Duval where signature rimmed drinks and award-winning sweets turn a simple nightcap into an event. When you want to linger, this speakeasy-style spot nails the mood for date night or a celebratory splurge.”

From the Key West newsletter, September 2, 2026

“Candy shop known for homemade pralines, plus treats like bear claws, glazed pecans & ice cream.”