The best bakeries & sweet shops in Waterboro

“Bowdini's Ice Cream keeps it classic with New England favorites like Grapenuts and Maple Walnut, plus playful picks like Dirty Water, Purple Cow, and Lemon Meringue Pie. They also scoop dairy-free raspberry and lemon sorbets, so everyone can join the ice cream run.”

From the Lebanon newsletter, September 22, 2026

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

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

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

“Shaw's has you covered when a birthday pops up with custom cakes that match your vibe, plus everyday bakery staples that hit the spot. For easy nights, grab deli fried chicken, sushi, or ready meals, then swing by with DriveUp & Go or opt for delivery here in Sanford.”

From the Sanford newsletter, September 22, 2026

“Frannie’s Mini Donuts is the year-round spot in downtown Sanford for fresh mini cake donuts in classic and playful flavors, plus scratchmade pastries and legit lattes. Run by the Hanselmann family (yep, the Captain Jack’s Donut Shack folks), it’s cheerful, cozy, and dangerously habit-forming.”

From the Sanford newsletter, September 17, 2026

“Shain's of Maine is the spot when your crew can’t agree on flavors... with 50+ choices spanning ice cream, frozen yogurt, and sherbet, plus legit lobster rolls if someone’s craving dinner before dessert. It’s the kind of classic diner energy Lebanon folks slide into all summer and beyond.”