The best bakeries & sweet shops in Washington County

Even if you pop in for milk or meat, the bakery at Marine General Store is the real siren song, turning a simple grocery run into a treat-yourself moment. Family-owned and the oldest continuously operating general store in Minnesota, it nails that cozy, trustworthy feel.

From the Osceola newsletter, October 14, 2026

Craving a cone that tastes like summer along the St. Croix? Nita Mae's Scoop serves hand-dipped ice cream in Marine on St.

From the Osceola newsletter, October 9, 2026

Seasonal strawberry & apple picking at a farm with a corn maze, orchard walks & a cider store.

Dunn Brothers Coffee is that spot when you want thoughtfully sourced beans roasted locally and a drink that tastes like someone actually cares. Pair it with a made-to-order breakfast sandwich with hand-cracked eggs or a fresh-baked pastry, then get on with your Woodbury day feeling unreasonably productive.

From the Woodbury newsletter, October 14, 2026

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.

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, October 21, 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

Remodeled supermarket with a deli and a bakery, plus a pharmacy.

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, September 23, 2026

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

Hop over to Stillwater for Grandpa Joe's Candy Shop, where shelves are stacked with nostalgic favorites, wild new confections, international candies, and glass-bottled craft sodas, plus quirky gifts that spark smiles. Perfect for bribing kids, treating yourself, or stocking the secret snack drawer.

From the Baldwin newsletter, October 2, 2026

Charming shop for made-in-house chocolates and caramel corn, plus a large range of candies.

Specialty candy shop featuring handmade chocolates, truffles, and a variety of in-house-made fudge.

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

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, October 6, 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, September 30, 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, October 11, 2026