The best bakeries & sweet shops in Duluth

“Crank and Dasher Ice Cream - Fitger's Courtyard turns peak-season ingredients into handmade flavors you can feel good about, like the returning Local Summer Strawberry made with hand-picked berries from The Berry Field. Bonus for Duluth gatherings, they also handle events, from ice cream bars to celebratory cakes.”

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

“Kid-friendly chain known for baked goods, breakfasts & other standards in dinerlike digs.”

“When your sweet tooth calls, Love Creamery Billings Park answers with handcrafted artisan ice cream, creative dairy flavors, and actually good vegan scoops made with high quality ingredients.”

From the Superior newsletter, September 12, 2026

“A Dozen Excuses Donuts & More is the kind of Superior staple you start thinking about before the coffee kicks in. Swing by for fresh doughnuts, snag gift cards for the folks you like, or tap their wholesale ordering when the office needs morale... and frosting.”

From the Superior newsletter, September 10, 2026

“Handmade sourdough, natural ingredients, and actually good coffee live under one roof at Duluth's Best Bread, including a Superior storefront among its three locations.”

From the Superior newsletter, September 14, 2026

“Love Creamery Lincoln Park is Duluth’s original handcrafted ice cream shop, woman-owned and known for creative dairy, delicious vegan options, and award winning ice cream made with quality ingredients.”

From the Duluth newsletter, September 10, 2026

“Sweeden Sweets is a family owned candy store turning out fine chocolate, creamy fudge, classic candy, and homemade ice cream right here in Superior. When the midweek slump hits, swing by for a scoop or a little box of happiness, then pretend you bought it for someone else.”

From the Superior newsletter, September 20, 2026

“Craving a summer-night treat with serious nostalgia? The PortLand Malt Shoppe is that old-school window-serve spot for classic scoops, sundaes, and floats, best enjoyed after a lake walk as the sun drops over beautiful Lake Superior. Simple, sweet, and very Duluth.”

From the Duluth newsletter, September 16, 2026

“Duluth's Best Bread turns out flaky croissants, crusty mild sourdough loaves, and pastry cases that vanish before lunch, all handmade with simple ingredients and wild yeast. Pair it with a latte or craft drip this week, then feel smug you stayed local instead of flying to Paris.”

From the Duluth newsletter, August 4, 2026

“This week, The King of Creams is calling with grass-fed smash burgers seared to perfection, a legit Philly on true Amoroso rolls, and 19+ rotating ice cream flavors. Pro tip, those fresh-cut fries double-fried in beef tallow practically insist you add a shake.”

From the Duluth newsletter, August 23, 2026

“Duluth Candy Co. - Corporate Office turns out fresh, small-batch popcorn right in Downtown Duluth, using real ingredients in flavors like Caramel, Cheese, and the locally beloved Duluth Mix. Find bags around town at shops, breweries, and hotels, perfect for couch time, lunch breaks, or impromptu lakewalk picnics.”

From the Duluth newsletter, August 21, 2026

“Bakery chain specializing in whole-grain breads & muffins made with Montana wheat.”

“Whether your mug holds your favorite brew or straight-up tea, Bumblebee Biscotti, LLC turns coffee breaks into a small celebration with crisp, twice-baked cookies that actually hold up to a dunk without going soggy. Grab a bag this week and upgrade the treat jar on your counter.”

From the Duluth newsletter, August 10, 2026

“Positively 3rd Street Bakery is a worker-owned cooperative that’s been baking from scratch since 1983 using locally sourced, organic ingredients, with vegan and wheat-free options that actually taste like treats.”

From the Duluth newsletter, September 4, 2026

“Family-owned since 1987, Hepzibah's Sweet Shoppe churns out award-winning truffles, playful chocolate Ore Boats, and locally made fudge, plus a wild lineup of imports from Europe to Australia. Malted milk balls, salty licorice, and jelly beans make it an easy grab when your sweet tooth starts chirping.”

From the Duluth newsletter, September 1, 2026

“Rooted in Finnish, Swedish, and Norwegian traditions, Johnson's Bakery & Coffee Shop turns out famous donut holes, flaky pastries, and specialty breads baked fresh each morning, the kind that make weekday coffee breaks and dinner tables feel a little cozier.”

From the Duluth newsletter, August 19, 2026

“Got a celebration on the horizon or just want a cookie that doubles as art? This week, Snazzy Cakes, an award-winning Duluth studio, is crafting bespoke wedding cakes, handpainted cookies, cupcakes, and cake pops with a fresh twist on tradition that you will happily devour.”

From the Duluth newsletter, August 24, 2026

“Duluth's Best Bread is doing the real-deal Euro-style loaves, cold fermented with wild yeast for that tangy, chewy interior and proper crackly crust, plus handmade pastries and legit coffee drinks to match. Consider it your weekday sanity saver this week... grab a mild sourdough, a latte, and feel victorious.”

From the Duluth newsletter, August 27, 2026

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

“Whether you're tying the knot or just celebrating another lap around the sun, How Sweet It Is Cakes turns ideas into edible art with elegant wedding cakes, creative cupcakes, and made-to-order desserts. Local, reliable, and seriously tasty, they make your Duluth gatherings look like you hired a stylist... who bakes.”

From the Duluth newsletter, September 5, 2026