The best bakeries & sweet shops in Mishawaka

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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El MunchiLoco

Bakeries & Sweets

When the munchies strike, El MunchiLoco has your back with Mexican-style ice cream, paletas, and fruit bowls plus real-deal snacks like…

3622 Edison Rd #500 (South Bend) · ✓ checked Sep 9

“When the munchies strike, El MunchiLoco has your back with Mexican-style ice cream, paletas, and fruit bowls plus real-deal snacks like tortas and flautas. Friendly vibes, fast service, and flavors that hit like a summer festival, even in January.”

From the Mishawaka newsletter, September 20, 2026

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Cold Stone Creamery

Bakeries & Sweets

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

620 W Edison Rd Ste 116

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

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Lola's Pastry Bread & Jam Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Lola's Pastry Bread & Jam Bakery is a small batch artisan spot tucked inside their gift shop in Mishawaka, turning out a rotating variety…

220 E Mishawaka Ave

“Lola's Pastry Bread & Jam Bakery is a small batch artisan spot tucked inside their gift shop in Mishawaka, turning out a rotating variety that changes just enough to keep you curious. Perfect for South Bend folks who like their carbs with a little surprise.”

From the Mishawaka newsletter, September 26, 2026

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Ritter's Frozen Custard

Bakeries & Sweets

Ritter's Frozen Custard makes dense, silky custard fresh all day, plus signature sundaes, Glaciers, shakes, Italian ice, and even frozen…

3921 N Main St

“Ritter's Frozen Custard makes dense, silky custard fresh all day, plus signature sundaes, Glaciers, shakes, Italian ice, and even frozen custard cakes and pies. Feeling playful? Try the tangy Nerds Slush or scout the Flavor of the Day, then customize with toppings and savor the moment.”

From the Mishawaka newsletter, September 21, 2026

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Violet Sky Chocolate

Bakeries & Sweets

Violet Sky Chocolate is South Bend’s bean to bar chocolate maker, turning cacao into thoughtfully made bars that taste like something you'd…

1215 E Mishawaka Ave (South Bend)

“Violet Sky Chocolate is South Bend’s bean to bar chocolate maker, turning cacao into thoughtfully made bars that taste like something you'd actually want to savor. better chocolate.”

From the Mishawaka newsletter, September 28, 2026

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Insomnia Cookies

Bakeries & Sweets

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

2130 South Bend Ave (South Bend)

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

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C'est La Vie Cakes

Bakeries & Sweets

From elegant tiered showstoppers to playful cupcakes and trend-right dessert bars, C'est La Vie Cakes turns your vision into frosting and…

2917 E Mishawaka Ave (South Bend)

“From elegant tiered showstoppers to playful cupcakes and trend-right dessert bars, C'est La Vie Cakes turns your vision into frosting and flour with homemade ingredients, tons of flavors, and award-winning designs. Planning a celebration soon?”

From the Mishawaka newsletter, September 15, 2026

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