The best bakeries & sweet shops in Somerset County

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Panera Bread (opens in a new tab)

1680 US-22 · Watchung

Counter-serve bakery/cafe chain serving sandwiches, salads & more, known for its bread & free WiFi.

Counter-serve bakery/cafe chain serving sandwiches, salads & more, known for its bread & free WiFi.

Nothing Bundt Cakes (opens in a new tab)

1595 US-22 · Watchung

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

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

Paris Baguette (opens in a new tab)

308 Chimney Rock Rd · Bound Brook

Bakery/cafe chain supplying cakes, breads, pastries, and sandwiches, plus coffee.

Bakery/cafe chain supplying cakes, breads, pastries, and sandwiches, plus coffee.

Blue Sheep Bake Shop (opens in a new tab)

84 W Main St · Somerville

Blue Sheep Bake Shop is cranking out craveable stuff right now, from viral dirty sodas and homemade ice cream cakes to gourmet cupcakes,…

Blue Sheep Bake Shop is cranking out craveable stuff right now, from viral dirty sodas and homemade ice cream cakes to gourmet cupcakes, macarons, and custom cakes that actually taste as good as they look. Perfect for birthdays, team treats, or a quick sugar victory between errands in Somerville.

From the Bridgewater newsletter, October 5, 2026

Sweet Creations by Aesha (opens in a new tab)

22 Bertran Dr · Bridgewater

Sweet Creations by Aesha is the move when cake cravings hit around Bridgewater, turning birthdays, graduations, and just-because Tuesdays…

Sweet Creations by Aesha is the move when cake cravings hit around Bridgewater, turning birthdays, graduations, and just-because Tuesdays into events with custom cakes, cupcakes, and other baked treats handcrafted with love. Expect creative designs, a gallery that might inspire your next celebration...

From the Bridgewater newsletter, October 4, 2026

Ambee Coffee (opens in a new tab)

37 W Main St · Somerville

Ambee Coffee stakes everything on 100% organic, lab tested coffee and tea, plus house baked treats that include vegan and gluten-free…

Ambee Coffee stakes everything on 100% organic, lab tested coffee and tea, plus house baked treats that include vegan and gluten-free options. Sustainably minded and community focused, it’s the cozy upgrade your morning routine deserves this week.

From the Bridgewater newsletter, October 13, 2026

Bread Café Bakery (opens in a new tab)

285 US-22 · Green Brook Township

Bread Café Bakery nails traditional Colombian comfort food that tastes like someone’s abuela is in the kitchen. Golden empanadas,…

Bread Café Bakery nails traditional Colombian comfort food that tastes like someone’s abuela is in the kitchen. Golden empanadas, fresh-baked breads and cheesy arepas make an easy pre-commute grab or a weekend pick-me-up when you’re over the same old bagel routine.

From the Bridgewater newsletter, October 20, 2026

Sunmerry Bakery (opens in a new tab)

299 US-22 · Green Brook Township

Sunmerry Bakery is the local plug for fresh Asian pastries and desserts, with over 80 kinds of bread and cakes baked daily. This week, go…

Sunmerry Bakery is the local plug for fresh Asian pastries and desserts, with over 80 kinds of bread and cakes baked daily. This week, go for Green Tea Croissants, Taro Milk Cake, BBQ Pork Chashu Bolo Buns, fluffy Japanese cheesecake, plus fresh 6" and 8" birthday cakes when you need a last-minute celebration hero.

From the Bridgewater newsletter, September 29, 2026