The best bakeries & sweet shops in Bloomington

7 bakeries & sweet shops we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Panaderia Ortiz Bakery

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When the craving hits, Panaderia Ortiz Bakery brings the good stuff this week... fresh pan dulce and pastries baked every morning, cozy…

1404 NE Monroe St (Peoria)

“When the craving hits, Panaderia Ortiz Bakery brings the good stuff this week... fresh pan dulce and pastries baked every morning, cozy coffee sips, plus legit Mexican comfort food like caldo de res, tacos de asada, and churros. Family-run since 2012, they make custom cakes that actually taste as good as they look.”

From the Peoria newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Janet's Cakes & Catering

Bakeries & Sweets

If this week calls for something sweet, Janet's Cakes & Catering turns ideas into edible art with custom wedding and party cakes, cupcakes…

504 Guido Cir

“If this week calls for something sweet, Janet's Cakes & Catering turns ideas into edible art with custom wedding and party cakes, cupcakes and cookies. They even do gluten free and vegan bakes, plus catering when your whole crew wants in.”

From the Bloomington newsletter, August 3, 2026

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