The best bakeries & sweet shops in St. Joseph

“Breakfast and lunch spot selling deli meats and cheese burgers, along with homemade cookies, breads and pies.”

“When the sugar craving hits, Chip's Chocolate Factory is your move for hand-made Kansas City Fudge in over 40 flavors, signature turtles, brittle, cinnamon roasted nuts, and tiger butter cups. Family-run, proudly KC, and dangerously good, it’s the perfect excuse to upgrade your snack stash this week.”

From the Kansas City newsletter, August 3, 2026

“When birthdays, baby showers, or random Tuesdays demand sugar, Delicias Bakery has you covered with classic cakes, cookies, and cupcakes you can order online and pick up in store this week. Go simple with traditional decorations in a day or two, or send in custom ideas for a showstopper.”

From the Lenexa newsletter, August 6, 2026

“Open since 1945, this bakery chain serves breakfast & light lunch, plus signature cookies & cakes.”

“Fox and Bull Baking Co. turns out tangy sourdough loaves, brioche doughnuts with creative fillings, and breakfast sandwiches on their own soft buns. It’s the kind of bake that makes Tuesday feel like a weekend.”

“Quaint bakery preparing sophisticated breakfast & lunch fare along with artisanal breads & pastries.”

“Baked goods at this cafe with sandwiches, scones and muffins, plus coffee.”

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

“Upscale place specializing in European-style desserts and pastries, plus chocolates, quiches and lunchtime eats.”

“Candy and gift shop offering old-school treats, taffy and specialty sodas, plus friendly service.”

“Funky bakery and coffee shop known for fluffy pastries like cinnamon rolls and croissants.”