The best bakeries & sweet shops in Wildwood

“Sometimes you just want the classics… and Donut Drive In nails it with unpretentious, old-fashioned donuts, eclairs, and other baked treats that taste like Saturday mornings should. Pro tip for early meetings or late cravings, you can pre-order online and keep the dozen peace treaty intact.”

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

“For over 30 years, Maplewood standby Mr Wizard's Frozen Custard and Yogurt has specialized in soft serve frozen custard and frozen yogurt.”

From the University City newsletter, September 15, 2026

“Small, time-tested bakery for celebrated desserts, such as special-occasion cakes & gourmet cookies.”

“Traditional, no-frills bakery offering sheet cakes, pies & European pastries, plus breads & rolls.”

“Bakery chain known for warm cookies, ice cream & late-night deliveries.”

“Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.”

“From morning bagels to gooey butter cake, Schnucks Bakery cranks out over 200 fresh-made items daily, plus custom cakes you can order ahead when the group text finally agrees on a plan. Swing by for breads, cookies and cupcakes with a freshness guarantee that keeps your week sweet.”

From the University City newsletter, September 30, 2026

“Family-run Singers Ice Cream churns everything in-house using real ingredients, so classics share space with fun picks like banana pudding and mocha crunch in cups or freshly made waffle cones. And yes, there’s karaoke in the back... which means dessert just turned into a neighborhood sing-along.”

From the Wildwood newsletter, September 5, 2026

“Chain scooping creative flavors of ice cream & frozen yogurt made from local ingredients.”

“If your weeknight dinners need a nudge, Schnucks Kehrs Mill nails the basics with crisp produce, a legit bakery, and deli meals you can order ahead. Custom cakes and a floral shop make last-minute wins easy, and their freshness guarantee means no sad strawberries.”

From the Wildwood newsletter, September 10, 2026

“Bakery chain known for warm cookies, ice cream & late-night deliveries.”

“When a craving hits, Clementine's Naughty & Nice Ice Cream nails it with St. Louis swagger... think the beloved Gooey Butter Cake, plus rotating boozy, vegan, and dairy-free flavors.”

From the St. Louis newsletter, September 16, 2026

“Craving something different from the classic cake ring? Mochi Donut Factory is a Filipino, family owned bakery turning out fresh, fluffy and chewy mochi donuts made with tapioca and glutinous rice flour, in a variety of flavors and that unique, photogenic shape that basically begs you to grab a box and share.”

From the Wildwood newsletter, September 8, 2026

“Tre Cuori Gelateria & Açaí does the real deal homemade gelato, with seasonal flavors plus gluten-free, vegan, and sugar-free options that actually taste like treats. They also sling açaí bowls, coffee, and even custom gelato cakes and catering when your crew needs a sweet upgrade.”

From the Wildwood newsletter, September 24, 2026

“Silky's Frozen Custard keeps it simple and delicious with a drive-thru for easy grabs and a lineup of sundaes, concretes, and creamy frozen custard. With convenient spots in Ellisville, Creve Coeur, and Cottleville, it’s an easy dessert run when the sweet tooth strikes.”

From the Wildwood newsletter, September 30, 2026

“Treat yourself to Taiwanese shaved ice and bubble tea, with rotating, seasonally inspired flavors like pumpkin cheesecake, lemon green tea, and honey lime. Ice Cave Shaved Ice also cranks out fresh popsicles and wheel cakes, plus milk or water bases so everyone can find their chill.”

From the University City newsletter, September 3, 2026

“Central West End's Ice Cave & Bubblecup Tea Zone does Taiwanese shaved ice and bubble tea right, from seasonal flavors like pumpkin cheesecake or lemon green tea to playful toppings, plus milk or water bases. Bonus curiosity: handmade popsicles and wheel cakes if you want something to munch.”

From the University City newsletter, September 26, 2026

“Dierbergs Bakery is the local move when you want something sweet without overthinking it. From weeknight pick-me-ups to low-stress celebration sweets, it reliably comes through with treats that feel a little special... a solid add to the Wildwood rotation.”

From the Wildwood newsletter, September 16, 2026

“Patisserie Svoi does custom cakes and polished European classics that are big on flavor, not just looks. Order mousse cakes, macarons, Napoleon, even their Ukrainian honey cake, and pick your flavors. Perfect when a birthday or wedding dessert needs to steal the spotlight.”

From the University City newsletter, September 10, 2026

“When the ice cream craving hits, Silver Spoon Ice Cream & Sweets - Chesterfield serves up super-premium, world award winning scoops with staple classics plus fun rotating seasonal flavors.”

From the Chesterfield newsletter, September 30, 2026

“Bustling bakery providing donuts (cake, yeast, filled, hole varieties), plus coffee.”

“Family-owned grocery store chain with a florist, deli, bakery, and pharmacy.”

“Dierbergs Markets - Clarkson Clayton Center nails the everyday shop with a legit bakery and deli plus a wine selection that makes dinner planning way less stressful. Swing through for fresh picks, easy grab-and-go, and the kind of local grocer vibe that keeps your weeknights humming.”

From the Ballwin newsletter, September 7, 2026

“Bridge Bread in the Loop is a nonprofit bakery turning fresh loaves and classic artisan bagels into restorative employment and housing assistance for neighbors without stable housing.”

From the University City newsletter, September 23, 2026

“St. Louis locals know Hank's Cheesecakes for homemade decadence in over 35 flavors that actually taste like the thing on the label, plus other rich desserts. Whether you're a purist or an adventurous fork, this long-running spot reliably fixes the sweet tooth situation.”

“When you want a low-key spot with great coffee, flaky pastries, and something warm for breakfast, Colleen's Cafe delivers. Everything’s made in-house with fresh ingredients and an easygoing vibe... plus that signature shortbread St.”

From the St. Louis newsletter, October 1, 2026

“Bakery chain known for warm cookies, ice cream & late-night deliveries.”

“Whether you're hunting for jewel-box macarons or a showstopper celebration cake, La Pâtisserie Chouquette nails that chic, butter-forward French magic. Think artful decorated cakes, wedding and custom creations for big days, and a weekly afternoon tea that makes slowing down feel downright necessary.”

From the St. Louis newsletter, September 22, 2026

“Sarah's Cake Shop, right here in Chesterfield, turns everyday cravings into celebrations with gorgeous wedding cakes, crowd-pleasing dessert bars, and in-store sweets you can snag on a whim, plus predesigned cakes, sprinkle and icing color options, and even Sarah's Cake Kit when you feel like playing pastry chef.”

From the Chesterfield newsletter, September 26, 2026

“Looking for a sweet win this week, not another meh sheet cake? Cake House Design turns out wedding cakes, plus cupcakes, cookies, brownies, pies and more, so your birthday, office spread or porch hang gets upgraded with something pretty and proudly St. Louis.”

From the St. Louis newsletter, August 26, 2026

“Funky, colorful spot producing sweets & baked goods in a functioning art studio, plus light lunch.”

“Whisk: a Sustainable Bakeshop turns local, in-season ingredients into St. Louis comfort hits like gooey butter pie, cosmic brownies and those dangerously good bagel bombs. Lots of vegan and gluten-free options, plus Mother Tongue Coffee, all wrapped in their earth-friendly, compost-happy ethos on Cherokee Street.”

From the St. Louis newsletter, September 2, 2026

“Established, mom-&-pop bakeshop featuring a range of breads, pastries, cakes, pies & other desserts.”

“Silver Spoon Ice Cream & Sweets churns truly super-premium, award-winning ice cream with staple favorites and rotating seasonal flavors that keep things interesting.”

From the Chesterfield newsletter, September 17, 2026

“Sugaree Baking Company is cranking out from-scratch goodies with real, top-tier ingredients... think rotating monthly pies, joyful ice cream sandwiches, and custom cakes and cookies that actually taste as good as they look. Order ahead for weekend pickup, then make it your treat this week.”

From the St. Louis newsletter, August 17, 2026

“Retailer of artisan chocolates made with fair-trade cocoa & sugar, sold by the piece or box.”