The best bakeries & sweet shops in DeKalb County

“When the craving hits, Double Scoop Ice Cream and Pizza keeps Stonecrest happily sugared with classic scoops like banana, Oreo, praline, and cookie dough, plus thick shakes and cheesecake brownies. It’s a compact spot with big flavor energy, perfect for post-errand rewards.”

From the Stonecrest newsletter, September 29, 2026

“Craving something sweet but light? It's All Good & Then Some blends real fruit into a dairy-free, vegan-friendly Dream Cream frozen dessert for pure fruit bliss. Flavors swing from Just Peachy to Sour Watermelon, and their mobile setup means you might spot them around Stonecrest this week.”

From the Stonecrest newsletter, October 8, 2026

“Alwayz Krunk Dessertz does the fun stuff, from custom desserts to AKD Specials, with online ordering that saves you from a last minute dessert emergency. Peek their Custom Dessert Gallery, pick your craving, then let a local pro handle the sugar-based showmanship.”

From the Stonecrest newsletter, September 23, 2026

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

“Casual café chain known for French-style pastries and coffee.”

“Cozy ice cream parlor serving American throwback classics & creative flavors, all made in-house.”

“ICENY Ice Cream turns your mix-ins into creamy, chubby rolls on a plate chilled to -15°F, so it’s half show, half dessert. Build your own with 7 base flavors, 20 mix-ins, and more than 32 toppings, or aim for the Mango Sticky Rice that made Creative Loafing’s Top 100.”

From the North ATL newsletter, August 20, 2026

“Chain scooping creative flavors of ice cream & frozen yogurt made from local ingredients.”

“Chain bakery supplying cupcakes in an array of flavors, plus custom-made cakes.”

“Small-batch scoops at Cremalosa hit that sweet spot where Italian technique meets Southern nostalgia, with flavors inspired by cakes, cookies, and candy bars. Grab a boozy shake, prosecco, or a hard Italian soda, then consider a whimsical gelato cake for your next celebration this week.”

From the Stonecrest newsletter, October 9, 2026

“Southern Sweets Bakery delivers flaky pies, proper layer cakes, and cookies you swear you’ll share, plus breakfast faves like baked French toast casserole and solid lunch staples, with vegan and gluten-free desserts too. Treat yourself here this week when the afternoon slump hits.”

From the Stonecrest newsletter, September 27, 2026

“Craving a weekend upgrade to your sandwich game, Evergreen Butcher + Baker turns out sourdough bread, specialty pastries, and quality meats from a neighborhood shop in Kirkwood, Atlanta.”

From the Atlanta newsletter, August 11, 2026

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

“Charming Korean find featuring coffee & light fare, plus sweet treats including frozen yogurt.”