The best bakeries & sweet shops in Atlantic City

“Steel's Fudge still nails the essentials with creamy slabs of fudge, chewy salt water taffy, and plenty of nostalgia, plus fun extras like chocolate covered bacon, almond butter crunch, macaroons, and popcorn. Swing by when your week needs a morale boost... or when dinner mysteriously becomes caramel.”

From the Atlantic City newsletter, September 9, 2026

“Formica Freitag Bakery & Cafe has been crafting the Original Atlantic City sub bread since 1919 with that Kirkwood-Cohansey magic, so your hoagies practically make themselves. Swing by for fresh loaves, flaky pastries, and Seattle's Best coffee, then upgrade lunch without pretending you meal planned.”

From the Atlantic City newsletter, September 18, 2026

“Philly-born recipes, still made in small batches, Jagielky's Homemade Candies turns out rich buttercreams, deep dark blends, and that addictive ABC almond butter crunch locals rave about. Need a crowd-pleaser for parties or clients, or just "gifting" to yourself... a mixed box will make this week taste way better.”

From the Atlantic City newsletter, September 6, 2026

“Fralinger's Original Salt Water Taffy has your week covered with chewy classics packed in that retro 1920's box, plus almond macaroons, original 1885 recipe fudge, and even molasses chocolate covered paddle pops. A little seaside nostalgia to stash in your desk, share with neighbors, or bribe yourself through errands.”

From the Atlantic City newsletter, September 15, 2026