The best bakeries & sweet shops in Charlevoix

Petoskey Pretzel Co. is the kind of local habit you brag about, rolling out soft-baked pretzels from scratch in sweet, savory, and artisan styles with more dips than you have self-control. Pro tip for fall, snag the Pumpkin Pretzel and an ICEE, then carry on with errands.

From the Petoskey newsletter, October 21, 2026

Craving something freshly baked that isn’t trying too hard? Johan's Pastry Shop nails the essentials with fresh pastries, donuts, cookies, and breads that taste like they came from a neighbor’s oven. Perfect for early errands, office morale boosts, or justifying a second cup of coffee.

From the Charlevoix newsletter, October 23, 2026

Since 1996, Crooked Tree Breadworks has been turning out artisan breads, rustic pastries, and that dangerously addictive granola locals stockpile like it's snow season. When you want the good stuff made by people who actually care about dough, this is your neighborhood carb HQ.

From the Petoskey newsletter, October 12, 2026

The Sweet and Savory Pie Company Petoskey nails hand-rolled crust and local fruit, from a signature Cherry Crumb to savory standouts like South African curried beef and Butter Chicken Curry, a Northern Express Tastemaker pick in January 2026. This Petoskey shop is open through the end of 2026, so pace yourself.

From the Petoskey newsletter, October 9, 2026

When the craving hits, Murdick's Fudge and Ice Cream delivers house-made fudge, small-batch caramel and kettle corn, and the only locally produced ice cream in Petoskey, all crafted with all-natural ingredients and old-school copper kettles. Swing through the Gaslight District and see what’s cooling on the table.

From the Petoskey newsletter, October 7, 2026

When the craving hits, Crow & Moss Chocolate Factory + Bakery has microbatch, bean to bar chocolate and fresh bakes that taste like someone obsessively fussed over every step.

From the Charlevoix newsletter, October 11, 2026

If you're planning a Northern Michigan wedding or milestone, Simply Sweet by Jessica is special order only, crafting cakes and dessert bars, from homemade butter cream classics to fondant showstoppers, tailored to your vision.

From the Petoskey newsletter, September 29, 2026

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

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

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

Long-running shop featuring homemade chocolate, fudge & ice cream.