The best bakeries & sweet shops in Louisville

“Art Eatables is a family-owned chocolatier turning Kentucky’s favorite pour into small-batch magic. Their bourbon-infused and bourbon-themed candies and truffles hit that sweet spot between local pride and real flavor, perfect for a midweek pick-me-up or a gift that says I actually thought about this.”

From the Louisville newsletter, August 7, 2026

“From donuts and Danish to kuchen and coffee cakes, Plehn's Bakery has been keeping Louisville happily sugared since 1924. This week, grab a birthday hero or a simple Friday pick-me-up... custom cakes, seasonal iced cookies, fresh breads, and a legit deli with homemade ice cream.”

From the Louisville newsletter, August 3, 2026

“Deli-style sweet treats shop with coffee, crepes and ice cream treats, plus friendly staff.”

“Traditional candy shop filled with artisan goods, including bourbon balls & Louisville modjeskas.”

“Candy shop at Oxmoor Center featuring a range of nostalgic treats and gummies.”

“Bakery selling cheesecake by the slice, plus brownies and stuffed cookies.”

“Historic soda shop featuring old-fashioned sweets & ice cream, plus tours of a small candy museum.”

“French patisserie serving baked goods, croissants, tarts and macarons, plus sandwiches.”

“Compact bakeshop whipping up made-to-order cakes, cupcakes & cookies for special occasions.”

“Retailer offering housemade fudge, plus pralines, caramel apples & other sweet treats.”

“Chic, minimalist storefront features vegan sandwiches & bowls plus baked goods & sweets.”

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

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

“Shelves of colorful treats including chocolates and sodas plus a friendly staff.”

“Corner bakeshop crafting made-to-order wedding cakes, donuts & other confections in snug confines.”

“Retailer at Mall St. Matthews featuring a selection of chocolates, gummies, and other confections.”