The best bakeries & sweet shops in St. Paul

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

“Crepe House & Ice Cream is the kind of neighborhood treat spot that turns a random Tuesday into a mini celebration, with made-to-order crêpes and waffles finished with Belgian chocolate, scoops from local favorite Sebastian Joes, plus coffee and shakes when you need a little buzz.”

From the Woodbury newsletter, September 16, 2026

“Ice cream parlor chain known for its many ice cream flavors & sundaes, plus cakes, drinks & other treats.”

“Michoacana La Korita is a family-run spot pouring genuine Mexican flavors into sweet and savory treats, leaning on ice cream experts, specialized equipment, and premium seasonal ingredients sourced directly from Mexico, which is a long way of saying the scoops taste like someone actually cares.”

From the St. Paul newsletter, September 9, 2026

“Jerry's Foods is that Woodbury standby where you swing in for custom cakes or morning pastries and somehow also leave with deli salads, prepared meals, and dinner-worthy cuts from the meat and seafood counters. Handy when you want one trip to cover it all.”

From the Woodbury newsletter, September 20, 2026

“So Yen is a small-batch bakery turning out hand rolled brioche donuts fresh each morning, fried then filled with in-house creations that rotate monthly. Flavors are inspired by their travels, so you get fun twists that make coffee runs feel like little adventures.”

From the St. Paul newsletter, September 17, 2026

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

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

“Legacy Chocolates is the kind of nearby cafe where the truffles are handmade daily, the coffee is legit, and the sipping chocolate could probably fix a gloomy Tuesday. Everything is from scratch with real ingredients, no corn syrup, so you can treat yourself and still feel oddly virtuous.”

From the St. Paul newsletter, August 31, 2026

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

“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.”

From the Lakeville newsletter, September 5, 2026

“Grocery store chain with a pharmacy, deli, bakery, and butcher offering delivery and pickup options.”

“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.”

From the Woodbury newsletter, September 6, 2026

“Patti's Ice Cream keeps it classic and fun with 24 hand-scooped flavors, including standouts like Moose Tracks, Caribou Java, and Superman, plus malts, shakes, and local Minnesota sodas. Easy pick for postgame treats or a low stakes team outing, with some gluten-free options too.”

From the Shoreview newsletter, September 12, 2026

“Chocolate shop, featuring bite-sized cookies melted in your mouth from a recipe owned by a woman.”

“Chez Annalise Cannabakery is Minnesota's first cannabakery, baking CBD‑infused pastries, seed to shelf, with full‑spectrum oil from a Central Minnesota family farm, all third‑party tested with COAs.”

From the St. Cloud newsletter, September 13, 2026

“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 the Blaine newsletter, September 3, 2026

“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...”

From the Saint Louis Park newsletter, September 4, 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

“Conny's Creamy Cone keeps soft-serve interesting with rotating flavors, a playful Dip of the Week, and Dole Soft Serve for a fruity fix. Bring the pup too, their Pup Cup sends proceeds to Canine Inspired Change... which is basically permission to get seconds without guilt.”

From the St. Paul newsletter, August 27, 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

“Retailer offering premium chocolate & other confections, plus cocoa & gift baskets.”

“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

“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

“Whether your week needs a salty-sweet fix or a nostalgia trip, Original Candyland Store comes through with the original, trademarked Chicago Mix®, fresh-popped popcorn, on-site crafted fine chocolates, and candy from childhood to right now.”

From the St. Paul newsletter, August 21, 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, September 17, 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

“Neighbors in Cottage Grove know Hometown Sweets for hand-dipped ice cream, rich caramels, and bulk candy that lets you build your perfect mix. A simple, local fix for dessert runs, last-minute treats, and those nights when the freezer looks suspiciously salad-heavy.”

From the Cottage Grove newsletter, September 10, 2026