The best bakeries & sweet shops in Danville

“Ice cream parlor chain known for its many ice cream flavors & sundaes, plus cakes, drinks & other treats.”

“Counter-serve bakery/cafe chain serving sandwiches, salads & more, known for its bread & free WiFi.”

“Longtime ice cream parlor chain serving small-batch scoops, plus signature sundaes & frozen drinks.”

“Whether you’re craving oversized doughnuts, buttery croissants, or a post-dinner cake slice, Panaderia y Tienda Guadalajara 3 is a bright, airy spot with cases packed with breads, cookies, muffins, fruit tarts, and even ice creams and icicles.”

From the Louisville newsletter, September 21, 2026

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

“Full-service chain bakery featuring housemade pies, ice cream & other classic desserts.”

“Craving something beyond your usual bagel rotation this week? Al-Taj Bakery turns out warm, pillowy manakish loaded with za’atar or melty cheese, plus pistachio-packed baklava that hits the sweet spot, sometimes even with a side of traditional booza.”

From the Lexington newsletter, August 4, 2026

“Because some days call for perfect little almond clouds, swing by La Petite Délicat this week for handmade macarons in playful and classic flavors, plus cruffins, quiche, and coffee. They also do custom macarons for events, so your next get-together looks as good as it tastes.”

From the Lexington newsletter, September 27, 2026

“Need a showstopper cake that tastes as good as it looks? Kathy's Cakes & Cookies turns out custom wedding cakes and celebration bakes for any Richmond gathering, so consider this your friendly nudge to book something gorgeous and genuinely delicious this week.”

From the Richmond newsletter, August 28, 2026

“Art Eatables turns Louisville’s two great loves into bourbon-infused chocolates and small-batch truffles that celebrate the Commonwealth. Grab a mix, do a little at-home pairing flight, and suddenly dessert becomes the most Kentucky thing you’ll do all week.”

From the Louisville newsletter, August 21, 2026

“Lexington staple since 1964, Old Kentucky Chocolates handcrafts bourbon chocolates and cherries, fleur de sel caramels, Derby Mints, dangerously snackable chocolate covered potato chips, plus seasonal chocolate dipped strawberries or grapes and even sugar free options.”

From the Lexington newsletter, September 16, 2026

“Whether you're craving old-school Blue Monday bars, melt-in-your-mouth pulled cream candy, or bourbon balls, Ruth Hunt Candies keeps Kentucky’s sweet tooth properly spoiled. They’ve been doing it since 1921, so grab a just-because box this week and try to make it last... good luck.”

From the Lexington newsletter, August 11, 2026

“Whether you’re craving bourbon chocolates and cherries or something delightfully weird like chocolate-covered potato chips, Old Kentucky Chocolates handcrafts Kentucky icons that actually live up to the hype.”

From the Lexington newsletter, September 28, 2026

“From pastries and cookies to elegant celebration cakes and those legendary buttercream-topped wedding stunners, Martine's Pastries nails rich yet delicate flavors that feel special on a random Tuesday.”

From the Lexington newsletter, September 10, 2026

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

“Custom bakery specializing in cookies and macarons for weddings, birthdays, and more.”

“Family-run for four generations, Mondelli's Bake Shop turns out from-scratch cakes with swoon-worthy icings, plus cookies and breakfast pastries that actually taste like someone’s grandma still runs the place. Hit the case for ready-made treats or place a custom order for your next celebration.”

From the Richmond newsletter, August 14, 2026

“Sharp's Candies Inc is cranking out Woodford Reserve bourbon cremes, cherries and truffles, hand-pulled cream candy, and the kind of nuts and chews that mysteriously vanish by Tuesday. Grab a box for the house, another for that coworker who heroically survived your group chat.”

From the Lexington newsletter, September 22, 2026

“Family-owned since 1964, Old Kentucky Chocolates turns Kentucky tradition into bite-size joy with bourbon cherries, Fleur de Sel sea salt caramels, Derby Mints, chocolate-covered potato chips, and those dangerously good chocolate-covered strawberries and grapes.”

From the Lexington newsletter, September 26, 2026

“Bread & Roses Bakery is the Lexington carb fix, with chocolate croissants and Danish, daily baguettes and flax seed rye, plus rotating loaves like challah and rosemary potato. From pretzels to rye, everything’s handmade by folks with real German baking school chops.”

From the Lexington newsletter, September 20, 2026

“Retailer offering a huge selection of candy & bottled sodas in innovative flavors.”

“Dahlhus Fudge is Lexington’s go-to for artisanal, small-batch fudge in a variety of flavors, perfect for gifting, sharing, or hoarding on a Tuesday. Say it like doll-hoos, and catch their pop-up offering a sweet sneak peek of the Lexington Baking Collective.”

From the Lexington newsletter, October 2, 2026