The best bakeries & sweet shops in Monroe County

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

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Erie Bread Company

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Whether you're in a sourdough mood or plotting a pepperoni roll sub lunch, Erie Bread Company keeps Monroe fed with world-class subs,…

311 S Monroe St (Monroe)

“Whether you're in a sourdough mood or plotting a pepperoni roll sub lunch, Erie Bread Company keeps Monroe fed with world-class subs, salads, and pizza made fresh daily from locally sourced ingredients. It’s the kind of spot where 'just a quick bite' turns into a happy little ritual.”

From the Monroe County newsletter, September 7, 2026

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Rising Joy Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Rising Joy Bakery is a home-based Monroe favorite turning time, patience, and flour into standout sourdough boules, plus artisan loaves,…

926 N Monroe St (Monroe)

“Rising Joy Bakery is a home-based Monroe favorite turning time, patience, and flour into standout sourdough boules, plus artisan loaves, bagels, and cookies. If you’ve been sourdough-curious, their hands-on classes are approachable and popular… the kind that actually get you baking by next weekend.”

From the Monroe County newsletter, September 1, 2026

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Frostee Bites Co.

Bakeries & Sweets

Frostee Bites Co. takes your go-to sweets and puffs them into light, ultra-crunchy bites that hit with big flavor. This week, think…

147 Lincoln Ave (Monroe)

“Frostee Bites Co. takes your go-to sweets and puffs them into light, ultra-crunchy bites that hit with big flavor. This week, think Stittles, Nerdee Clusters, Gummee Bears and Fruitee Nachos...”

From the Monroe County newsletter, September 17, 2026

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Icing Bakehouse

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Icing Bakehouse is turning out gorgeous custom cakes, cinnamon roll preorders that go quick, and fun cake and cookie decorating classes,…

114 W Front St (Monroe)

“Icing Bakehouse is turning out gorgeous custom cakes, cinnamon roll preorders that go quick, and fun cake and cookie decorating classes, plus catering for birthdays, weddings and work things. Let them handle dessert this week while you pretend it was your idea.”

From the Monroe County newsletter, September 14, 2026

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Cakes By Stephanie

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Cakes By Stephanie turns Monroe County cravings into art with custom cakes, a signature Ho Ho Cake that vanishes fast, and cookies baked…

207 N Monroe St (Monroe)

“Cakes By Stephanie turns Monroe County cravings into art with custom cakes, a signature Ho Ho Cake that vanishes fast, and cookies baked fresh daily that taste like someone loves you. Planning a party? Pre-order your dream combo of flavors and fillings, then take all the credit.”

From the Monroe County newsletter, September 12, 2026

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Monica's Baker Boy

Bakeries & Sweets

From cake and raised donuts to legendary apple fritters packed with cinnamon-y nooks and crannies, Monica's Baker Boy nails the classics…

3545 N Dixie Hwy (Monroe)

“From cake and raised donuts to legendary apple fritters packed with cinnamon-y nooks and crannies, Monica's Baker Boy nails the classics using family recipes. Treat yourself this week to their cheesecakes born in 1990, plus peek at their wedding cakes if you've got something to celebrate.”

From the Monroe County newsletter, September 21, 2026

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Dolce Nonna

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Dolce Nonna brings the warmth of Italy to Monroe with handcrafted Italian pastries, rich espresso, and cozy sit-and-sip vibes. Swing in for…

1233 Holiday Blvd (Monroe)

“Dolce Nonna brings the warmth of Italy to Monroe with handcrafted Italian pastries, rich espresso, and cozy sit-and-sip vibes. Swing in for a morning cappuccino or a seasonal drink, grab a treat to share, then call it a win and welcome to the famiglia.”

From the Monroe County newsletter, August 25, 2026

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Monica's Baker Boy

Bakeries & Sweets

Monica's Baker Boy is the spot when you need donuts that start as small balls of dough, apple fritters loaded with cinnamon and apple chips…

5967 E Dunbar Rd (Monroe)

“Monica's Baker Boy is the spot when you need donuts that start as small balls of dough, apple fritters loaded with cinnamon and apple chips that are a top-seller, and the cheesecake that began in a tiny kitchen in 1990. Planning a celebration this week?”

From the Monroe County newsletter, August 30, 2026

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