The best bakeries & sweet shops in Kootenai County

Roger's Burgers keeps it classic with seared Never Ever Beef, a rotating Burger of the Month like the Roadhouse with smoked gouda, bacon and buttermilk fried onions, plus thick shakes and ice cream. They’ve been voted Best Burger, Ice Cream & Milkshake in North Idaho by the Inlander four years in a row.

From the Post Falls newsletter, September 13, 2026

Anchored Coffee & Bakery is turning out scratch-made pastries and locally roasted coffee right here in Post Falls, and they’ve been backing first responders since 2018. Think reliable lattes, a legit food menu, and a community-first vibe that makes quick stops feel like you bumped into friends.

From the Post Falls newsletter, September 7, 2026

Breaking Bread Artisan Bistro is delivering serious comfort with made-from-scratch artisan breads, soups with real ingredients, and paninis on house loaves, plus their own gluten-free focaccia.

From the Coeur d'Alene newsletter, October 13, 2026

Coeur Cakes turns sugar into serious showstoppers, whipping up luxury custom designs from sleek single tiers to stacked beauties and full sheet cakes. Planning a party this week? Their Mobile Cake Cart brings the sweet spotlight to you, perfect for birthdays, office wins, or any excuse Coeur d’Alene comes up with.

From the Coeur d'Alene newsletter, October 28, 2026

Easygoing place offering coffee drinks, breakfast, baked goods, sandwiches, plus wine & beer.

Craving something fun that doesn’t need an oven? Quirkie Dough scoops safe-to-eat, small-batch cookie dough in rotating flavors that swing from classic chocolate chip to birthday cake and seasonal curveballs, plus vegan and gluten-friendly options, so you can satisfy late-night cravings or level up your next hangout.

From the Coeur d'Alene newsletter, October 25, 2026

Back Pocket Bakery is the neighborhood spot for serious carbs, with sourdough loaves, wood-fired pizzas, bagels and sandwiches. They were voted Best Bread & Bagel in North Idaho, and there’s a new menu too, so keep an eye on their pop-up announcements.

From the Coeur d'Alene newsletter, October 7, 2026

Alani Bakery LLC turns everyday coffee breaks and big-deal moments into happily frosted ones, with custom cakes and fresh pastries made right here in CDA. If you’ve got a birthday, office thing, or just a Tuesday that needs a pick-me-up, they’ve got you covered.

From the Coeur d'Alene newsletter, September 29, 2026

Pastry and More has been sweetening Coeur d’Alene since 1993 with scratch-made specialty cakes, cupcakes, cookies, cheesecake, and pies that taste like someone’s grandma got a culinary degree. Got a birthday, wedding, or random Tuesday coming up, think ahead and let them bake something unforgettable.

From the Coeur d'Alene newsletter, September 27, 2026

Whether you're craving a house-made scoop or a caffeine kick, Panhandle Cone & Coffee in Coeur d'Alene keeps it simple and seriously good, with creative, quality ice cream and coffee you’ll actually want to sip. Bonus, they’ve got dairy-free and gluten-free options so everyone in your crew can get in on it.

From the Coeur d'Alene newsletter, October 4, 2026