The best bakeries & sweet shops in Bergen County

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

“Circa-1934 chain known for its soft-serve ice cream & custom cakes, mainly for take-out.”

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

“At Sopoong, homemade donuts with “mom’s touch” share the menu with Korean comfort bites like ddukbokki, kimbap, and cupbap, plus matcha lattes and bubble teas. They even offer bulgogi catering, birthday-theme donuts, and team jersey-number cookies, so your office or weekend hang is basically covered.”

From the North Jersey newsletter, September 20, 2026

“Bustling, compact destination with a modest seating area & French pastries, sandwiches & crepes.”

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

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

“Whether you crave a cone, a sundae situation, or a thick shake, Van Dyk's Homemade Ice Cream is the charming seasonal institution Ridgewood folks swear by, with homemade ice cream and pints, quarts, or cakes to stash at home when the craving hits again.”

From the Bergen County newsletter, September 21, 2026

“Traditional store selling chocolates, confections & fudge, as well as original recipe ice cream.”

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

“Canadian chain for signature premium-blend coffee, plus light fare, pastries & breakfast sandwiches.”

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

“Counter-service chain offering scoops of ice cream & sorbet plus sundaes, shakes & smoothies.”

“Italian ices & frozen custards star at this counter-serve chain with a range of other cold treats.”

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

“SugaMama Bakeshop has online brunch orders for smaller gatherings and full-on brunch catering for a crowd, plus a Mobile Bakeshop you can book when you want the treats to roll up. They send the full catering menu after you inquire, then customize a spread that fits your people.”

From the Bergen County newsletter, September 16, 2026

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

“Taiwanese-style bakery preparing Asian-European fusion breads & pastries, plus bubble teas.”

“Italian ices & frozen custards star at this counter-serve chain with a range of other cold treats.”

“Butter & Scoop blends Italian gelato with French macarons, then ups the fun with rolled ice cream, macaron gelato sandwiches, gelato crepes, milk snow, and bubble tea. When that 9 pm sweet tooth hits, this is the spot for inventive desserts made fresh and actually worth leaving the couch.”

From the North Bergen newsletter, September 13, 2026

“French-style bakery chain offering freshly baked cakes, croissants and sandwiches.”

“Bakery offering breakfast and coffee, plus commonly bought items like bread.”

“Family-owned Daisy Organic Bakery turns out the kind of fresh, feel-good baked goods locals brag about, with legit gluten-free and vegan options that don't taste like a concession. Swing by when you want something indulgent that plays nice with your diet, and your conscience.”

From the Fair Lawn newsletter, September 16, 2026

“Large, clean supermarket selling fresh produce and organic items, plus featuring an in-store pharmacy.”

“CUPS Frozen Yogurt serves natural frozen yogurt and homemade ice cream with rotating featured flavors and a big toppings lineup, so you can build your own masterpiece. A low-stress, high-fun fix when Fair Lawn sweet cravings strike and everyone wants something different.”

From the Fair Lawn newsletter, September 20, 2026

“Craving a quick hop over the river for a treat that actually justifies the carbs, LELU Patisserie handcrafts buttery croissants (including round and cube riffs), delicate macarons, and elegant tarts using classic French technique.”

From the Manhattan newsletter, August 27, 2026

“Counter-service chain offering scoops of ice cream & sorbet plus sundaes, shakes & smoothies.”

“Family-run kosher bakery supplying challah, pastries, cookies & cakes since 2005.”

“If your sweet tooth has opinions, Bar of Desserts is the local bakery to hear them out. Home of “THE Chocolate Cake”, they turn ordinary celebrations into events with a rich, headliner slice that speaks for itself, so peek the gallery and start plotting dessert.”

From the Fair Lawn newsletter, September 21, 2026

“Italian ices & frozen custards star at this counter-serve chain with a range of other cold treats.”

“Counter-serve operation dishing out baked mochi donuts topped with various glazes alongside corn dogs, plus coffee, bubble tea and churros.”

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

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

“Casual confectioner serving homemade ice cream, plus coffee, donuts and baked goods.”

“Circa-1934 chain known for its soft-serve ice cream & custom cakes, mainly for take-out.”

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

“Run by a Korean master baker, Artisan Boulanger - 대한민국 제과명장 박준서 베이커리 turns out ultra-buttery pastries, tender breads, and sweets that actually taste as good as they look. When your morning needs upgrading or you promised dessert for Sunday dinner, this nearby spot brings the glow-up.”

From the Fort Lee newsletter, September 9, 2026

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

“Relaxed café (part of a chain of bakeries with Korean roots) for cakes baked bread, breakfast fare, sandwiches, croissants and pastries, plus coffee drinks and tea.”

“Long-running bakery offering a wide array of breads pastries and cakes.”

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

“Quaint Italian dessert shop with artisanal gelato in creative flavors, plus cakes, coffee & spumoni.”

“Craving something beyond a basic scoop? New Territories Ice Cream churns small-batch flavors you can pile into a warm, eggy bubble waffle, blend into a thick milkshake, or float with chewy boba tea... a little Hong Kong café magic right here in Bergen County.”

From the Paterson newsletter, August 26, 2026

“When the 9 pm sweet tooth hits, D's Dough in Cliffside Park is woman-owned and hooks you up with edible cookie dough and ice cream combos, plus warm cookies made from scratch. Flavors swing from classic Chocolate Chip to Campfire S'more, packed with legit mix-ins like Ghirardelli, Reese's and Oreos.”

From the Bergen County newsletter, August 23, 2026

“Freshly baked Persian delights are the whole vibe at Honey Bakery, from delicate lady fingers to apple jam cookies that somehow taste like nostalgia, and their custom gift baskets make last-minute thank-yous weirdly easy. Treat yourself this week, then pretend it was for company.”

From the North Jersey newsletter, August 17, 2026

“High-end bakery producing custom-decorated cakes for special occasions, European pastries & pies.”

“Half Baked, Home of the Chonker, handles weekend preorders, specials, and custom orders that hit the sweet spot without being precious. If you like local bakeries that take flavor seriously and have a bit of fun with it, this is the move for your next dessert fix.”

From the West Milford newsletter, September 12, 2026

“Mon Petit Marché is the kind of family-owned café, market, and bakery you start planning tomorrow’s breakfast around, with breads and pastries made by hand every morning, quick bites when you’re on the run, and specialty coffee poured by baristas with high-energy smiles.”

From the Bergen County newsletter, September 3, 2026

“Bagel shop also serving breakfast, lunch, coffee, and smoothies, plus sandwiches.”

“Whether you’re sneaking out for a late breakfast or plotting a quick lunch this week, Cafe Colombia Bakery is your Hackensack move for Colombian comfort: empanadas, strong coffee, and fresh pastries that taste like a tiny vacation.”

From the Bergen County newsletter, August 6, 2026

“Casual eatery offering a variety of gluten-free, keto, dairy-free and vegan baked goods, plus cakes, cookies and brownies.”

“Palisades Park Bakery is the move when you want real-deal comfort, from Pearl Salt Bread and Castella to the sneaky-good Red Bean Donut. Grab brunch or order a custom cake for birthdays and block parties, plus cookies and pies that actually taste homemade.”

From the Bergen County newsletter, August 29, 2026

“L'Arte della Pasticceria turns out contemporary Italian pastries, creamy gelato, and deeply satisfying espresso, plus handcrafted cakes when you’ve got something to celebrate.”

From the Bergen County newsletter, August 13, 2026

“Casual chocolate shop at American Dream doling out free samples of its truffles and other treats.”

“Traditional store selling chocolates, confections & fudge, as well as original recipe ice cream.”

“Bakeshop specializing in custom cakes and desserts for all occasions, including weddings and birthday parties.”

“Italian breads, prepared foods & deli sandwiches, plus imported sundries, in this no-frills bakery.”