The best bakeries & sweet shops in Linn County

When you want warm rolls, celebratory cakes, and produce that actually looks alive, Hy-Vee Grocery Store delivers with a market-style setup plus online ordering for quick pickups or delivery. Bonus points for the in-house pharmacy and floral department, and catering when you don't feel like cooking.

From the Monticello newsletter, October 14, 2026

In Uptown Marion, The Eat Shop turns out fresh pastries that vanish quickly, quick-casual breakfast and lunch that actually hit the spot, and a robust coffee and espresso menu to keep you moving. Perfect for a Central Plaza stroll or a midweek morale boost.

From the Monticello newsletter, October 21, 2026

Self-serve chain with unusual frozen yogurt flavors, plus a variety of toppings.

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

Ice cream chain offering design-your-own creations hand-mixed on a granite slab, plus shakes & more.

Family-owned Sweet Cheesecake turns out a wide lineup of cheesecakes, including gluten-free options, so everyone gets a fork in the fun. If you’re craving classic comfort or something new, this Marion favorite has a flavor for your mood... and probably your next celebration too.

From the Marion newsletter, September 9, 2026

Scoops Creamery is that no-fuss, all-flavor spot locals lean on when the sweet tooth hits. Expect creamy, generous scoops, fun combos if you’re feeling adventurous, or a simple classic that nails the nostalgia... the kind of place you keep in your back pocket year-round.

From the Cedar Rapids newsletter, September 6, 2026

NewBo City Market’s Bread and Buttered Bakery turns everyday carbs into small victories, from tangy loaves like Triple Cheese or Jalapeno Cheddar to legendary sourdough cinnamon rolls crowned with cream cheese frosting. Swing by this week for the loaf of the month or a slice of focaccia... thank us later.

From the Cedar Rapids newsletter, October 6, 2026

Always fresh, never frozen, That One Cupcake Place hand scoops every batch and skips the box mix, using local Iowa goods for classics like Red Velvet and Vanilla plus fun picks like Monster or Oh So Dough. Special orders steer the lineup, and pickup or delivery makes getting a dozen embarrassingly easy.

From the Cedar Rapids newsletter, October 27, 2026

a. The Cheesecake Lady CR is turning out award-winning cheesecakes, voted best in Cedar Rapids three years running, with over 100 flavors from Classic New York to Lavender-Lemon to Dubai. She caters weddings, showers, corporate gigs, or just-because-it’s-Tuesday cravings.

From the Cedar Rapids newsletter, September 14, 2026

TwoMarie Cookie Co turns logos, photos, and even QR codes into custom sugar cookies that actually get people talking.

From the Cedar Rapids newsletter, September 9, 2026

Bakery chain known for warm cookies, ice cream & late-night deliveries.

If your week needs a little calm and a lot of flaky goodness, Anh's Bread Therapy is baking buns, breads, and Asian and European inspired pastries fresh in the Czech Village, plus proper hot tea, English High Tea, or an Asian Tea Ceremony that turns snack time into a tiny ritual. This week, treat yourself.

From the Cedar Rapids newsletter, October 20, 2026

Whether you're team apple or chasing silky chocolate cream, Kathy's Pies & Bakery nails the classics and backs them up with cookies, bars, cupcakes, and legit cheesecakes by the slice in flavors like White Chocolate Raspberry, Pumpkin, and Caramel Pecan. A sweet standby Cedar Rapids folks actually talk about.

From the Cedar Rapids newsletter, September 29, 2026

Shawnniecakes is a family-run cafe where LeShawn Smith and crew turn out cookies, cakes, and comfort bakes that taste like Grandma's greatest hits. Swing by for breakfast or lunch, then stash a few extras for later... m.

From the Cedar Rapids newsletter, September 22, 2026

Craving pure nostalgia with your dessert? Sweet Mercantile scoops up classic sundaes, shakes, malts, sodas and floats with full-on soda fountain vibes, then tempts you with a wall of candy and throwback toys, making Czech Village feel like the sweetest neighborhood time machine.

From the Cedar Rapids newsletter, October 16, 2026

When a sheet cake won't cut it, Iced Bakery turns your idea into a made-to-order centerpiece for weddings, birthdays, and all the other "bring dessert" moments. They’re known for designer cakes, and the menu doesn’t stop there... think cookies, cupcakes, pies, and macaroons for the whole crew.

From the Monticello newsletter, October 1, 2026

Rooted in NewBo City Market, Lori Ann's Candies is a mother-daughter operation turning family recipes into handmade chocolates, caramels, truffles, turtles, and candy bars. Community minded and crave inducing, it’s a reliable go-to for gifts, parties, or just your Tuesday.

From the Cedar Rapids newsletter, September 27, 2026

Feedwell Kitchen & Bakery is the calm, happy-breakfast kind of spot where a warm cinnamon roll rights the ship and a stacked sandwich carries you to lunch. Slide in this week for flaky pastries made daily and bright, thoughtful plates that make weekday eating feel like a tiny celebration.

From the Cedar Rapids newsletter, October 13, 2026

Simply Divine LLC is the local candy spot run by Matt and Kimberli Maloy, turning childhood favorites into handmade confections that actually taste like you remember. Swing by this week for a pick-me-up bag of nostalgia, then hide it from your coworkers and pretend it never existed.

From the Cedar Rapids newsletter, October 11, 2026