The best bakeries & sweet shops in Rochester

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Dunkin'

Bakeries & Sweets

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

130 Washington St

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

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Golick's Dairy Bar

Bakeries & Sweets

When the ice cream craving hits, Golick's Dairy Bar has a flavor list longer than your to-do list, from Coffee Oreo and Grapenut to Sea…

17 Sawyer Ave

“When the ice cream craving hits, Golick's Dairy Bar has a flavor list longer than your to-do list, from Coffee Oreo and Grapenut to Sea Salt Caramel Truffle and Whoopie Pie. Bring a friend so you can "sample" theirs too, no judgment.”

From the Rochester newsletter, September 14, 2026

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Third Space British Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Whether you're craving buttery Scottish shortbread, real-deal scones with imported clotted cream, or a hearty steak-and-ale pasty, Third…

8 Government Way (Somersworth)

“Whether you're craving buttery Scottish shortbread, real-deal scones with imported clotted cream, or a hearty steak-and-ale pasty, Third Space British Bakery delivers handmade, small-batch goodness. Mother-daughter team, local beef from Great Bay Farms, ale from Loaded Question, plus online ordering for easy pickup...”

From the Rochester newsletter, September 9, 2026

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Potter's House Bakery and Café

Bakeries & Sweets

Whether you’re grabbing a fresh donut, a bagel breakfast sandwich on homemade bread, or a slice of cake you swear is for later, Potter's…

10 Chestnut Hill Rd

“Whether you’re grabbing a fresh donut, a bagel breakfast sandwich on homemade bread, or a slice of cake you swear is for later, Potter's House Bakery and Café keeps mornings happy while creating on-the-job training for our special needs community. Tastes good, does good... that’s a win.”

From the Rochester newsletter, September 17, 2026

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Lou's Pastry

Bakeries & Sweets

Lou's Pastry brings true Italian bakery vibes to Rochester with time-tested recipes and that North End richness without the Boston drive,…

185 Wakefield St

“Lou's Pastry brings true Italian bakery vibes to Rochester with time-tested recipes and that North End richness without the Boston drive, serving pastries, breads, specialty cakes, and Italian cookies that taste like family stories. When you need a box of memories for the office or the couch, this is it.”

From the Rochester newsletter, September 18, 2026

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