The best bakeries & sweet shops in St. Paul

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

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Homemade ice cream in unique, rotating flavors draws crowds to this family-run parlor.

1007 W Franklin Ave (Minneapolis)

Homemade ice cream in unique, rotating flavors draws crowds to this family-run parlor.

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Panaderia La Espiga

Bakeries & Sweets

Bakery selling a variety of sweet treats like cakes and other baked goods alongside tamales and breads.

8347 University Ave NE (Minneapolis)

Bakery selling a variety of sweet treats like cakes and other baked goods alongside tamales and breads.

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Conny's Creamy Cone

Bakeries & Sweets

Seasonal window-serve spot for cones & sundaes with soft-serve ice cream, plus burgers & chili dogs.

1197 Dale St N (St Paul)

Seasonal window-serve spot for cones & sundaes with soft-serve ice cream, plus burgers & chili dogs.

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The Scone Shoppe

Bakeries & Sweets

Hand-crafted, gourmet scones from The Scone Shoppe hit that sweet spot between cozy tradition and creative flavor, a reflection of owner…

6900 Stratford Draw (Woodbury)

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

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Sweetie's Candies and Flyby Coffee nails that nostalgia kick with hard to find candies, licorice, cotton candy, and even ice cream, then…

2535 7th Ave E (North St Paul)

Sweetie's Candies and Flyby Coffee nails that nostalgia kick with hard to find candies, licorice, cotton candy, and even ice cream, then keeps you going with a fresh cup from their new coffee shop. Pop in this week when the sweet tooth hits and your to do list still needs caffeine.

From the Brooklyn Park newsletter, August 3, 2026

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

4300 Glumack Dr LT-2352 (St Paul)

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

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Custom Sweets by Sarah

Bakeries & Sweets

Specialty bakery and catering company making custom cakes (including smash cakes), cookies (including sugar cookies and gluten-free…

2556 Nemitz Ave E (Maplewood)

Specialty bakery and catering company making custom cakes (including smash cakes), cookies (including sugar cookies and gluten-free cookies) and cupcakes.

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Candyland

Bakeries & Sweets

Confectionery offering a wide variety of popcorns, candies and treats in a nostalgic setting.

27 S 7th St #6 (Minneapolis)

Confectionery offering a wide variety of popcorns, candies and treats in a nostalgic setting.

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Original Candyland store

Bakeries & Sweets

Store specializing in a variety of popcorn, including Chicago-style, plus candy.

435 Wabasha St N (St Paul)

Store specializing in a variety of popcorn, including Chicago-style, plus candy.

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Nothing Bundt Cakes

Bakeries & Sweets

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

783 Radio Dr #116 (Woodbury)

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

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Thirsty Whale Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Creative baked goods, including pastries, cakes & cookies, offered in a cheery neighborhood bakery.

4149 Fremont Ave N (Minneapolis)

Creative baked goods, including pastries, cakes & cookies, offered in a cheery neighborhood bakery.

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Duck Donuts

Bakeries & Sweets

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

7455 Currell Blvd #107 (Woodbury)

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

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Old-fashioned cafe offering breads, pastries & custom cakes, plus light breakfast & lunch fare.

710 Commerce Dr Ste 100 (Woodbury)

Old-fashioned cafe offering breads, pastries & custom cakes, plus light breakfast & lunch fare.

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Keys Cafe & Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Long-running cafe chain serving breakfast & classic American fare, plus cakes, cookies & pies.

1750 Weir Dr (Woodbury)

Long-running cafe chain serving breakfast & classic American fare, plus cakes, cookies & pies.

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Hometown Sweets

Bakeries & Sweets

Ice cream shop featuring hand-dipped flavors, as well as caramels and bulk candy.

3045 80th St E (Inver Grove Heights)

Ice cream shop featuring hand-dipped flavors, as well as caramels and bulk candy.

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