The best bakeries & sweet shops in Oakdale

“Espresso & cold-brew drinks made from sustainable beans are the specialty of this coffeehouse chain.”

“Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy.”

“Ice cream chain offering design-your-own creations hand-mixed on a granite slab, plus shakes & more.”

“Ice cream shop specializing in sugar-free, dairy-free, and vegan options, including baked goods and candies.”

“Mixcakes & Bakes is a home micro-bakery turning out Rosemary Focaccia with character, the Soulful Strut Chocolate Cake, and a silky Tarta Suave, all baked with love, creativity, and precision. Keep it on your Lakeville radar for breads and cakes that make weeknights feel like celebrations.”

“Family-owned MJ Delights Café spins Mexican-inspired sweets into little celebrations, from horchata lattes and fluffy tres leches to over-the-top crepes and the viral Dubai Chocolate Bar with pistachio and crispy knafeh. When the east metro sweet tooth hits, their bold flavors like mazapán and Duvalín deliver.”

“Craving a flaky pastry or a dessert that actually stops conversation? Patrick's Bakery & Cafe brings France to you with delicate mini macarons, chocolate raspberry cake, and refined plates like Duck a L’orange. It’s the spot locals lean on for breakfast, dinner, and gift-worthy chocolates.”

“From everyday cupcakes to celebration-worthy custom cakes, Something Sweet by Maddie Lu nails the details, including delicate macarons that somehow disappear on the drive home.”

From the Coon Rapids newsletter, August 24, 2026

“Rustica nails the Euro-style bakery vibe with breads, pastries, coffee drinks, plus sandwiches and soups. With locations around Minneapolis including Lake Street, Edina, Downtown Washington Square, and Wayzata, it’s the dependable pastry-and-coffee fix you keep meaning to find...”

“Sebastian Joe's Ice Cream Cafe keeps Minneapolis sweet with ice cream made fresh daily and rotating flavors that swing from classics to wildcards. Family-run since 1984, they brew coffee, bake treats, and the new Kingfield Social adds soft serve with mix-ins to the party, so bring a buddy and sample recklessly.”

From the Minneapolis newsletter, August 22, 2026

“Panaderia La Espiga turns everyday cravings into minor celebrations with artisanal breads, flaky pastries, and custom cakes made with premium ingredients and traditional technique. Planning a birthday, team potluck, or just a Tuesday this week?”

From the Anoka County newsletter, August 20, 2026

“Hand-crafted, gourmet scones from The Scone Shoppe hit that sweet spot between cozy tradition and creative flavor, a reflection of owner Kellie Stocker’s Polish family baking roots.”

From the Woodbury newsletter, August 3, 2026

“Custom Sweets by Sarah turns your theme into edible art with royal icing sugar cookies, smash cakes, and cupcakes made from scratch with real butter frosting and real fruit fillings. Peek at her gallery this week and start your order early, she’s booked through September 8, 2026 for a reason.”

From the St. Paul newsletter, August 19, 2026

“Fanciful bakery offering gluten-free options alongside classic flavors of cupcakes and cakes.”

“Rebecca’s Bakery & Cafe in Dinkytown brings the warmth of classic Italian baking to a cozy café, with freshly made treats and comforting favorites crafted using time-honored techniques and carefully selected ingredients.”

From the St. Paul newsletter, August 29, 2026

“This week, whether you crave the original trademarked Chicago Mix® or gourmet chocolates made on-site by their trained chocolatiers, Candyland delivers that walk-in-and-breathe-deep nostalgia with real butter, caramel, and old-tyme music. Swing by for a treat or snag a popcorn tin to make someone’s week.”

From the Minneapolis newsletter, August 20, 2026

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

“Need a little week-brightener? Thirsty Whale Bakery turns out creative baked goods that actually taste as good as they look, from buttery pastries and playful cakes to cookies that disappear before the coffee cools. Swing by when you want something cheerful and freshly made without overthinking it.”

From the Minneapolis newsletter, August 13, 2026

“Donut shop specializing in cake donuts that are made to order.”

“Third-generation and family-run for over 75 years, Dorothy Ann Bakery and Cafe is Woodbury’s full-line bakery for everything from fresh pastries and breads to custom cakes, cupcakes, and dessert trays.”

From the Woodbury newsletter, August 26, 2026

“Keys Cafe & Bakery is that dependable Woodbury go-to when you want the food you grew up with made from scratch, from big breakfasts to classic lunches, dinners, and desserts. Think house cakes and custom cakes, pies, pastries, cookies, plus easy takeout and catering when the week gets busy.”

From the Woodbury newsletter, August 10, 2026

“Bridgeman's Ice Cream Parlor has been in Minnesotans’ hearts since 1936, still family run and known for extra-quality scoops that are smooth, creamy, and not too sweet. Treat yourself this week to classic sundaes and crowd-pleasing flavors made with fresh milk, rich chocolates, fruits, nuts, and sweet caramel.”

From the Woodbury newsletter, August 27, 2026