The best bakeries & sweet shops in Central

“Fast-food burger & fries joint with an old-school feel, including retro drive-in service.”

“Donut chain offering coffee & sweet buns filled with jam or fruit (kolaches).”

“Small-batch ice cream is hand-blended with loads of mix-ins at this chain.”

“The Ambrosia Bakery has been serving Baton Rouge since 1993, and that famous Fresh Strawberry Cake with fresh Louisiana strawberries is the move this week. They also crank out custom cakes, cookies, cheesecakes, and fruit-and-cheese trays when you need to impress coworkers or bribe the family.”

From the Baton Rouge newsletter, August 6, 2026

“CounterSpaceBR keeps the week sweet with a spread of cookies, celebratory cakes, classic pies and gooey cinnamon rolls that taste like someone’s grandma actually approved the recipe.”

From the Baton Rouge newsletter, August 26, 2026

“Brew Ha-Ha! has been fueling Baton Rouge since 2004 with coffee that hits the spot and cake balls they started rolling in 2006, a dangerously snackable lineup you can pair with a smoothie when the midday slump sneaks up. Treat yourself this week.”

From the Baton Rouge newsletter, August 17, 2026

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

“Located in the Mall of Louisiana, this chain candy shop stocks a large selection, including retro varieties.”

“When cravings hit, Les Amis Bake Shoppe delivers with cupcakes, cheesecakes, and custom cakes that taste like someone’s grandma went to pastry school. Planning a birthday, office treat, or just a Tuesday win, their seasonal bakes and wedding-worthy designs make any Baton Rouge day feel extra sweet.”

From the Baton Rouge newsletter, August 13, 2026

“Bakery specializing in custom cakes, cookies, and snowballs, plus decorating classes.”