The best bakeries & sweet shops in Buffalo Grove

“Bakery specializing in donuts, including a popular Cookie Monster variety, along with coffee.”

“Ice cream shop with a family-run feel, also selling Mexican-style popsicles.”

“Ice cream parlor specializing in homemade frozen treats such as mangonadas and yogurt fruit cups.”

“Mobile provider specializing in soft-serve ice cream for parties and events.”

“Supermarket chain, plus bakeries (with custom cakes) and deli departments.”

“Global chain of counters dispensing sweet & savory soft pretzels with a variety of toppings & dips.”

“Counter-serve chain serving cinnamon rolls plus other baked goods & specialty frozen beverages.”

“Straightforward grocery selling imported Hispanic foods, as well as fresh produce & meats.”

“Regional counter-serve chain featuring ice cream & a market with dairy products such as fresh milk.”

“Paleteria and ice cream shop featuring a wide variety of flavors, from traditional Mexican desserts to snow cones.”

“Long-standing seasonal ice cream destination serving cones, shakes, sundaes & banana splits.”

“Petite, understated spot dishing up signature ice cream & sundaes, plus brownies.”

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

“When you need a dessert win that actually delights your inner 8-year-old and adult palate, this week Windy City Sweets delivers with weekly handmade chocolate blends, famous fudge, truffles, s’mores, gummy candy and legit ice cream options, plus thoughtful gift boxes when you want to look like you planned ahead.”

From the Chicago newsletter, August 3, 2026

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

“Got a family get-together this week? Ms. D's Candy Shop has soulful brunch and dinner pans, flexible pick ups, and easy drop-off catering for everything from casual hangouts to milestone moments, all with that cooked-with-love vibe your crew will talk about long after the plates are clean.”

From the Cicero newsletter, August 13, 2026

“Longtime, old-fashioned ice cream parlor serving up ice cream sundaes & homemade candies.”

“Chocolatier and ice cream purveyor with friendly staff also selling packaged candies.”

“Busy bakery offering an array of cakes, scones & cupcakes as well as serving breakfast & light eats.”

“This week, whether your to-do list needs a victory slice or you’re plotting a custom cake, Oak Mill Bakery, a family-owned European-style bakery since 1986, delivers cakes, pastries and breads. Hosting soon? Their sweet tables and made-to-order designs save your reputation, and online ordering keeps it painless.”

From the Waukegan newsletter, August 11, 2026

“Retail chain selling gourmet chocolates & candies, with gift options for special occasions.”

“Bright counter-serve featuring baked goods, cookies, doughnuts & specialty cakes for events.”

“Bakery specializing in thick, soft cookies (including chocolate-chip banana, peanut butter and s'more varieties) as well as scones.”

“Made from scratch daily, the center-filled cupcakes here come in a variety of flavors.”

“Southern-style bakeshop specializing in traditional sweet treats & custom cakes.”

“Kid-friendly shop dishing up ice cream and milkshakes, along with candy.”

“Family-run shop dishing up nachos, ice cream and old-school candies, plus tacos.”

“Longtime candy counter doling out handmade sweets & specializing in custom items for any occasion.”

“French pastries, cakes & breads in a relaxed bakery/cafe with brick walls & a compact dining area.”

“Bakery specializing in traditional and Hawaiian cakes, plus cupcakes.”

“Retailer offering premium chocolate & other confections, plus cocoa & gift baskets.”

“Welcoming bakeshop for old-fashioned treats from cupcakes & pies to cookies, plus breakfast bites.”

“When the usual chips won't cut it, Ichiban Candy has KitKats, Pocky, fizzy Ramune, and other Asian treats that somehow disappear on the drive home... Perfect for a quick weeknight pick-me-up or sharing during movie night.”

From the Hammond newsletter, August 11, 2026

“Modern bakery with vintage decor touches known for cupcakes & sweets plus support for local schools.”

“Cozy cafe baking up gluten-free options alongside breakfast, coffee, and desserts.”

“Casual bakery dishing up the chain's popular chocolate chip cookies, along with muffins and other baked goods.”

“Established independent supermarket offering a standard range of produce, meats & other groceries.”

“Bakery for playfully decorated cupcakes, specialty cakes & European pastries, plus an outdoor cafe.”

“Bakery featuring a wide selection of cupcakes, cakes and pies, as well as brownies and cookies.”

“A. Burdick Handmade Chocolates for hand-crafted assortments, the iconic chocolate mice and penguins, rich drinking chocolate, and patisserie-level pastries. It’s a chic little reset for your week, equally great for treating yourself, grabbing a gift, or braving Chicago weather with a cup of molten bliss.”

From the Chicago newsletter, August 11, 2026