The best bakeries & sweet shops in Florence

“Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.”

“Craving a legit local sugar fix? Emerson's Bakery has been baking Northern Kentucky happy since 1970 with on-site made donuts, cookies, pastries, bagels, and fresh breads, plus custom cakes for any celebration. Two Florence spots keep it easy...”

From the Florence newsletter, August 30, 2026

“Susy's Cakes keeps it simple and sweet with specialty cakes, fresh pastries, and a proper coffee, tea, or hot chocolate to go with them. Locals love that you can order online for last minute birthdays, book a small celebration, or lean on their catering when dessert needs to impress.”

“Franchise bakery specializing in handcrafted bundt cakes, plus curated gifts & party supplies.”

“This week, let Botanas & Abarrotes La Guera rescue your afternoon with creamy ice cream, mini waffles, and all the grab-and-go essentials like snacks, waters, toiletries, and quick groceries... a tidy one-stop when the craving hits and the pantry taps out.”

From the Florence newsletter, August 23, 2026

“Family-operated since 1970, Emerson's Bakery keeps Northern Kentucky happily sugared with handmade donuts, cookies, pastries, breads, and custom cakes made on-site with fresh, quality ingredients. Swing by for your donut fix or order a celebration cake that actually tastes as good as it looks.”

From the Florence newsletter, August 25, 2026

“Fruit Land is the spot for Mexican-style fruit cups, paletas, mangonadas, and refreshing aguas frescas that taste like summer in a cup. Perfect for a bright, not heavy pick-me-up right here in Florence, with enough variety to keep your snack rotation interesting.”

From the Florence newsletter, September 1, 2026

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

“Pixi Sweets turns celebrations into sweet little masterpieces with custom cakes, decorated cookies, and 13 daily cupcake flavors that actually taste as fun as they look.”

From the Florence newsletter, September 21, 2026

“The Colonel's Creamery churns handmade ice cream with classic standbys and some delightfully oddball flavors, all best parked in a baked waffle cone. Perfect post-practice treat or midweek craving fix, this is the kind of neighborhood spot you start inventing excuses to visit.”

From the Florence newsletter, September 16, 2026

“Emerson's Bakery has been serving Northern Kentucky since 1970 with made-on-site donuts, cookies, breads, and celebration cakes that taste like someone actually loves baking. Two Florence locations make it easy, and yes, you can snag your favorites via DoorDash, Uber Eats, or Grubhub when the sweet tooth hits.”

From the Florence newsletter, September 4, 2026

“Italian ices & frozen custards star at this counter-serve chain with a range of other cold treats.”

“Kelly's Cakery turns your sugar-fueled ideas into gorgeous custom cakes for weddings, birthdays, and any excuse to celebrate, all crafted to your style and flavor cravings. Pop in for walk-in treats when you need a quick pick-me-up, or plan a showstopper locals will keep talking about.”

From the Florence newsletter, September 10, 2026

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