The best bakeries & sweet shops in College Park

“Traditional Hispanic bakery with signature sweets, torta sandwiches & some classic American items.”

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

“When a birthday, simcha, or sweet tooth hits, The Candy Store has you covered with handmade candy platters, chocolate covered pretzels, Jelly Belly and gummies, plus plenty of kosher and sugar-free picks. Their gifting game is strong, from baby trays and camp care packages to corporate treats.”

From the Baltimore newsletter, August 6, 2026

“Lucky's Coffee, Ice Cream & Candy is the Inner Harbor spot for piled-high ice cream, thick blended drinks, soft serve, and bulk candy treasure hunts, plus Starbucks coffee drinks and lots of Baltimore-made goodies. Treat yourself this week.”

From the Columbia newsletter, August 5, 2026

“Family-owned since 1915, Wockenfuss Candies - Harford Road keeps Baltimore sweet with gourmet truffles, hand-packed assortments, fresh fudge, and caramel apples that mean business. When you need a just-because pick-me-up, their seasonal treats and sugar free options are a dangerously easy win.”

From the Baltimore newsletter, August 12, 2026

“Chill bakery specializing in tarts, cupcakes and other sweets, plus coffee.”

“Need a midweek morale boost? The Avenue Bakery is turning out flaky croissants, cookies and buns, plus serious pies and rolls that basically taste like a holiday. Custom cakes and pies are made to order, and their community-minded vibe makes every bite feel a little extra good.”

From the Annapolis newsletter, August 26, 2026

“Pastry shop and cafe that also serves sourdough breads and breakfast sandwiches in a relaxed space.”

“Harmony Bakery in Hampden is Baltimore’s go-to for 100% vegan, gluten-free sweets and savory bites made with organic, seasonal ingredients from local farms. Their house-mixed flours make the crusts crisp and cookies dreamy... check the weekly specials and treat yourself.”

From the Baltimore newsletter, August 25, 2026

“Bakery showcasing pies, brownies and cheesecakes in a small setting.”

“Family-run boutique specializing in premium chocolate-covered strawberries in a variety of flavors.”

“Cozy cafe doling out cupcakes, banana puddings, and other sweets, plus singing telegrams.”

“Dessert shop offering custom-designed wedding cakes and birthday cake sculptures, along with cupcakes and cookies.”

“Midnite Confections Cupcakery has the cure in cupcake form for your midweek morale bump. Their August Flavor of the Month is Strawberry Dream, a sweet back-to-school nod that pairs nicely with your coffee break, PTA emails, or whatever else Baltimore is throwing at you this week.”

From the Baltimore newsletter, August 23, 2026

“Whether you’re craving a legit croissant or a pretty little pastry that tastes like effort, Sacré Sucré is the modern pâtisserie crafting laminated dough, balanced flavors, and seasonal menus into petits gâteaux, viennoiseries, excellent coffee, and savory sandwiches.”

From the Bowie newsletter, August 26, 2026

“Croissants, macarons, cakes & sandwiches in a cozy, French-inspired cafe with a coffee bar.”

“Traditional store selling chocolates, confections & fudge, as well as original recipe ice cream.”

“Cozy spot for Sicilian pastries, pizza, coffee and other Italian bites.”

“Chill cafe serving Asian, Caribbean & other global fare, plus gluten-free baked goods.”

“Vegan bakery that sells custom-designed cakes and cupcakes.”

“Treat yourself this week at Cup Love, serving authentic Greek frozen yogurt made with FAGE and all natural ingredients, plus home-made cupcakes in flavors from Triple Chocolate to gluten-free Flourless Chocolate and vegan Vanilla. Canton locals know the Euro Tart and toasted marshmallow are sneaky addictive.”

“Colorful retail chain offering classic & oversized candy, plus apparel, accessories & novelty gifts.”

“Dessert shop featuring a signature sweet-dough pastry filled with soft-serve ice cream and toppings.”