The best bakeries & sweet shops in Grand Island

“When the sweet tooth hits, Big Red Treats in the Prairie District delivers 21 soft serve flavors with 70-plus toppings, plus gourmet popcorn and homemade fudge. Build a cone exactly how you like it, then snag popcorn for movie night… future you will say thanks.”

From the Grand Island newsletter, September 5, 2026

“From premium cakes made with the finest ingredients to fine pastries in flavors you won’t find anywhere else, The Enchanted Bakery nails both the everyday treat and the show-stopping centerpiece. Treat yourself this week, or level up that birthday or office win...”

From the Grand Island newsletter, September 7, 2026

“Big Red Treats - Downtown is the easy win when cravings hit, with 21 soft serve flavors and 70-plus toppings, gourmet popcorn in hits like CC’s Mix, White Cheddar and Kettle Corn, and homemade fudge that tastes like someone actually used a recipe card. Treat yourself this week.”

From the Grand Island newsletter, September 10, 2026

“Counter-serve chain serving cinnamon rolls plus other baked goods & specialty frozen beverages.”

“Roxy’s Bakery is the low-key move when you want fresh-baked treats that taste like someone actually got up early for you. Warm, just-baked goodness and classic flavors that make weekday errands better... the kind of spot Grand Island locals keep in their back pocket for instant morale.”

From the Grand Island newsletter, September 1, 2026

“Cozy donut shop offering fresh coffee and breakfast treats such as cinnamon rolls and sausage rolls.”