The best bakeries & sweet shops in Montgomery County

31 bakeries & sweet shops we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Stella's Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Stella's Bakery turns out European-inspired mousse cakes, glossy fruit tarts, and delicate macarons that taste like someone’s pastry degree…

11510 Rockville Pike D (Rockville)

Stella's Bakery turns out European-inspired mousse cakes, glossy fruit tarts, and delicate macarons that taste like someone’s pastry degree finally paid off. Swing by when your week needs a small win, or when that birthday cake assignment sneaks up on you again.

From the Rockville newsletter, September 14, 2026

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Tout de Sweet Pastry Shop

Bakeries & Sweets

For a celebration that deserves a showstopper, Tout de Sweet Pastry Shop turns out elegant, custom cakes with timeless designs and flavors…

7831 Woodmont Ave (Bethesda)

For a celebration that deserves a showstopper, Tout de Sweet Pastry Shop turns out elegant, custom cakes with timeless designs and flavors that actually wow. If you’ve got a birthday, backyard party, or late-summer wedding on deck, consider this your sweet game plan.

From the Germantown newsletter, August 5, 2026

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York Castle Ice Cream

Bakeries & Sweets

When your week needs a mini-vacation, York Castle Ice Cream delivers Caribbean originals churned with real fruit and character. Think…

827 Hungerford Dr (Rockville)

When your week needs a mini-vacation, York Castle Ice Cream delivers Caribbean originals churned with real fruit and character. Think mamey, soursop, guava and mango, plus Rum N Raisin and even Guinness Draught... perfect for sundaes, splits, or a pint on the couch.

From the Rockville newsletter, September 20, 2026

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EDSTUDIO CAKE & DESSERT

Bakeries & Sweets

From Hong Kong milk tea to Portuguese-style egg tarts, plus made-to-order birthday cakes, EDSTUDIO CAKE & DESSERT is a handy local fix for…

360 Main St (Gaithersburg)

From Hong Kong milk tea to Portuguese-style egg tarts, plus made-to-order birthday cakes, EDSTUDIO CAKE & DESSERT is a handy local fix for Chinese-style sweets when you want something different than the usual cupcake run.

From the Gaithersburg newsletter, September 14, 2026

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Bethesda Chocolates

Bakeries & Sweets

Bethesda Chocolates turns small-batch obsession into silky truffles, decadent turtles, chocolate barks, plus gift boxes and custom…

8003 Woodmont Ave (Bethesda)

Bethesda Chocolates turns small-batch obsession into silky truffles, decadent turtles, chocolate barks, plus gift boxes and custom chocolates that make last-minute gifting feel intentional.

From the Montgomery County newsletter, August 31, 2026

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Nothing Bundt Cakes

Bakeries & Sweets

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

20650 Seneca Meadows Pkwy Ste C2 (Germantown)

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

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Georgetown Cupcake

Bakeries & Sweets

Georgetown Cupcake keeps Montgomery County sugar-happy with more than 100 rotating flavors, from everyday classics to seasonal picks that…

4834 Bethesda Ave (Bethesda)

Georgetown Cupcake keeps Montgomery County sugar-happy with more than 100 rotating flavors, from everyday classics to seasonal picks that actually taste like the season. Build your own box at the Flavor Bar or grab a curated set, then choose local pickup or delivery when birthdays sneak up on you… again.

From the Montgomery County newsletter, September 14, 2026

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Lil’ Cakes & Creamery

Bakeries & Sweets

Bakery and ice-cream shop specializing in cupcakes and milkshakes, plus cookies, brownies, cakes, and more.

844 Rockville Pike (Rockville)

Bakery and ice-cream shop specializing in cupcakes and milkshakes, plus cookies, brownies, cakes, and more.

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Love and Confection

Bakeries & Sweets

Love and Confection turns your Pinterest dreams into finely detailed, made-to-order cakes and sweets that taste as good as they look.…

8130 Warfield Rd (Gaithersburg)

Love and Confection turns your Pinterest dreams into finely detailed, made-to-order cakes and sweets that taste as good as they look. Freshly crafted with quality ingredients and serious care, they’ll take your vision, big or small, and make your next Gaithersburg moment feel extra celebratory.

From the Germantown newsletter, August 25, 2026

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Candy World

Bakeries & Sweets

Candy World is the spot when you need party-ready bulk candy, premium chocolates, and cheeky novelty goodies, plus gift baskets that…

7101 Democracy Blvd #2126 (Bethesda)

Candy World is the spot when you need party-ready bulk candy, premium chocolates, and cheeky novelty goodies, plus gift baskets that actually feel thoughtful.

From the Montgomery County newsletter, September 12, 2026

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Nothing Bundt Cakes

Bakeries & Sweets

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

8209 Wisconsin Ave (Bethesda)

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

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Kyo Matcha

Bakeries & Sweets

Kyo Matcha turns Japanese tea culture into dessert therapy with silky matcha soft serve, roll cakes, and latte series that actually taste…

33 Maryland Ave Unit A (Rockville)

Kyo Matcha turns Japanese tea culture into dessert therapy with silky matcha soft serve, roll cakes, and latte series that actually taste like tea. m. slump, plus non-caffeine sips for evenings when you still want something sweet.

From the Gaithersburg newsletter, September 3, 2026

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Bread Corner

Bakeries & Sweets

Bread Corner keeps Rockville sweet with handcrafted egg tarts from Classic Portuguese to oozy Japanese Lava and playful Purple Sweet…

591 Hungerford Dr (Rockville)

Bread Corner keeps Rockville sweet with handcrafted egg tarts from Classic Portuguese to oozy Japanese Lava and playful Purple Sweet Potato, plus premium mousse cakes, birthday cakes, mooncakes, and bubble tea. Treat yourself this week to something flaky, fresh, and delightfully habit-forming.

From the Gaithersburg newsletter, August 30, 2026

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Whipped Up Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Whipped Up Bakery keeps it small-batch and big-flavor, with cakes, cookies, and seasonal bakes that taste like someone’s favorite aunt made…

5823 Osceola Rd (Bethesda)

Whipped Up Bakery keeps it small-batch and big-flavor, with cakes, cookies, and seasonal bakes that taste like someone’s favorite aunt made them. Preorder and become the person who always brings the good stuff to birthdays, potlucks, or a random Tuesday that needed a win.

From the Montgomery County newsletter, September 22, 2026

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Gwenie's Pastries

Bakeries & Sweets

Need a pick-me-up this week? Rockville folks, Gwenie's Pastries turns premium ingredients and 20 years of family recipes into ube-filled…

12113 Nebel St (Rockville)

Need a pick-me-up this week? Rockville folks, Gwenie's Pastries turns premium ingredients and 20 years of family recipes into ube-filled dreams, flaky Filipino classics, and pandan lattes that just plain hit. Swing by for a coffee and something purple, then pretend you bought extras for sharing.

From the Rockville newsletter, September 21, 2026

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All American Vegan

Bakeries & Sweets

All American Vegan is a local, pre-order-only bakery making plant-based cakes, cookies, cupcakes, and classic comfort dishes that taste…

9820 Mahogany Dr (Gaithersburg)

All American Vegan is a local, pre-order-only bakery making plant-based cakes, cookies, cupcakes, and classic comfort dishes that taste just right. Got a birthday, office sugar drop, or Tuesday? Put in a pre-order this week and let the butter-free frosting and nostalgic flavors do the convincing.

From the Germantown newsletter, September 21, 2026

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Les Delices Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

When your week needs a little butter and sugar, Les Delices Bakery delivers the goods with flaky croissants, sweet cakes, chocolate-chunk…

1615 E Gude Dr (Rockville)

When your week needs a little butter and sugar, Les Delices Bakery delivers the goods with flaky croissants, sweet cakes, chocolate-chunk cookies, brownies and fresh pastries. Treat yourself this week to a quick pastry therapy session or grab a box that mysteriously disappears before dinner.

From the Gaithersburg newsletter, August 28, 2026

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Neuhaus Chocolates

Bakeries & Sweets

Need a MoCo pick-me-up that goes beyond grocery-aisle candy? Neuhaus Chocolates is all about real Belgian pralines made in Belgium since…

7123 Bethesda Ln (Bethesda)

Need a MoCo pick-me-up that goes beyond grocery-aisle candy?

From the Montgomery County newsletter, August 24, 2026

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Boulangerie Christophe

Bakeries & Sweets

Craving a midweek upgrade? Boulangerie Christophe turns mornings into a small Paris with croissants that shatter just right, glossy…

11321 Seven Locks Rd Ste 100 (Potomac)

Craving a midweek upgrade? Boulangerie Christophe turns mornings into a small Paris with croissants that shatter just right, glossy macarons, and baguettes that beg for butter. They also do cakes and catering, so you can pretend your meeting was worth it for the pastry alone.

From the Rockville newsletter, August 24, 2026

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Sunday Morning Bakehouse

Bakeries & Sweets

Bring a little Sunday energy to your week with Sunday Morning Bakehouse, where handmade croissants do that glorious shatter and seasonal…

11869 Grand Park Ave (North Bethesda)

Bring a little Sunday energy to your week with Sunday Morning Bakehouse, where handmade croissants do that glorious shatter and seasonal breads and pastries lean on high quality ingredients. It’s the perfect Rockville-area reset... a quick run for something flaky, buttery, and actually worth slowing down for.

From the Rockville newsletter, August 27, 2026

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Dreamtreats Cakes

Bakeries & Sweets

When birthdays, showers, or “just because” moments pop up, Dreamtreats Cakes turns your idea into a from scratch showpiece that tastes as…

Cherry Bend Dr (Germantown)

When birthdays, showers, or “just because” moments pop up, Dreamtreats Cakes turns your idea into a from scratch showpiece that tastes as good as it looks. Cupcakes and wedding stunners too, all custom-made with you in mind... perfect excuse to treat the family this week.

From the Montgomery County newsletter, August 12, 2026

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Ooh La La Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Craving proper French bread and flaky viennoiserie without crossing the Beltway twice? Ooh La La Bakery brings authentic Parisian-style…

8231 Woodmont Ave (Bethesda)

Craving proper French bread and flaky viennoiserie without crossing the Beltway twice? Ooh La La Bakery brings authentic Parisian-style breads, pastries, and coffees to a cozy community spot in Silver Spring, led by baker Oscar who cut his teeth at NYC’s La Tropezienne.

From the Montgomery County newsletter, September 7, 2026

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Treat Street

Bakeries & Sweets

Treat Street is the kind of spot, right here in Rockville, that turns an ordinary Tuesday into a tiny celebration. Cold, creamy, and…

5 Dawson Ave (Rockville)

Treat Street is the kind of spot, right here in Rockville, that turns an ordinary Tuesday into a tiny celebration. Cold, creamy, and downright satisfying, it works for post-dog-walk rewards, kid bribery, or a just-because moment. Put it on your to-do list this week.

From the Rockville newsletter, August 26, 2026

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Lil’ Cakes & Creamery

Bakeries & Sweets

Friendly shop for a variety of homemade ice cream flavors, cupcakes, cakes and other treats, including gluten-free options.

488 N Frederick Ave (Gaithersburg)

Friendly shop for a variety of homemade ice cream flavors, cupcakes, cakes and other treats, including gluten-free options.

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The Red Bandana Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

If wheat has been ruining your bakery dreams, The Red Bandana Bakery is a 100% gluten-free, celiac-friendly spot in Bethesda turning out…

8218 Wisconsin Ave #101 (Bethesda)

If wheat has been ruining your bakery dreams, The Red Bandana Bakery is a 100% gluten-free, celiac-friendly spot in Bethesda turning out celebratory cakes, cinnamon rolls, bagels, and more, plus breakfast, lunch and dinner. Check it out this week, and ask about custom orders so everyone gets a slice.

From the Montgomery County newsletter, August 28, 2026

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Lapp's Candy

Bakeries & Sweets

When the sweet tooth hits between errands, Lapp's Candy at the Lancaster County Dutch Market delivers the good stuff: fudge made with…

12613 Wisteria Dr (Germantown)

When the sweet tooth hits between errands, Lapp's Candy at the Lancaster County Dutch Market delivers the good stuff: fudge made with fresh-from-the-farm butter and premium cocoa, plus milk chocolate double dipped peanuts, Bubs Swedish candy, sugar-free picks, and those old-fashioned classics you forgot you loved.

From the Germantown newsletter, September 15, 2026

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Teamania Bakery Cafe

Bakeries & Sweets

Teamania Bakery Cafe blends Asian and European baking in Rockville, turning out jiggly Japanese soufflé pancakes, silky lava custard…

130 Rollins Ave Ste b (Rockville)

Teamania Bakery Cafe blends Asian and European baking in Rockville, turning out jiggly Japanese soufflé pancakes, silky lava custard mooncakes, Hong Kong and Portuguese egg tarts, and flaky matcha croissants, plus custom cakes when you want to show off. Perfect for a coffee, a sweet detour, or both.

From the Montgomery County newsletter, September 5, 2026

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Fresh Baguette

Bakeries & Sweets

This modern, playful bakeshop with a tiny patio features an array of breads, pastries & light bites.

4919 Bethesda Ave (Bethesda)

This modern, playful bakeshop with a tiny patio features an array of breads, pastries & light bites.

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Levain Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Massive chocolate chip cookies are the specialty here, but other baked goods, including muffins, are also on the menu.

4844 Bethesda Ave (Bethesda)

Massive chocolate chip cookies are the specialty here, but other baked goods, including muffins, are also on the menu.

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Paris Baguette

Bakeries & Sweets

Bakery serving fresh-baked breads and pastries, plus coffee and tea.

101 Gibbs St Unit a (Rockville)

Bakery serving fresh-baked breads and pastries, plus coffee and tea.

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Velatis

Bakeries & Sweets

If you crave caramels that actually taste like caramel, Velatis has been handcrafting the good stuff since 1866, from melt-in-your-mouth…

4928 Hampden Ln (Bethesda)

If you crave caramels that actually taste like caramel, Velatis has been handcrafting the good stuff since 1866, from melt-in-your-mouth European sugary-style to chewy American classics, with a commitment to organic, fair-trade, sustainable chocolates and no preservatives.

From the Montgomery County newsletter, September 4, 2026

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