The best bakeries & sweet shops in Medina

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

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

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

Bakery chain known for warm cookies, ice cream & late-night deliveries.

Whether the craving hits after work or right after mowing, Double Dips serves up Perry’s hard ice cream, silky custard, and sundaes, plus mini ice cream cakes when you want to be the hero at home. A Medina standby locals rely on when only a real-deal cone will do.

From the Batavia newsletter, October 17, 2026

Deb's Bakery turns out scratch-baked pies, cookies, tarts, and wedding, shower, and other celebration cakes daily from its spot inside Harrington's Produce/Cafe. Planning a wedding or shower, they even rent cake and cupcake stands, and the farm market tie-in means you can grab specialty goodies while you’re at it.

From the Batavia newsletter, October 28, 2026

When the ice cream mood hits, Dave's Ice Cream nails it with scoops and ice cream cakes, plus catering and a truck you can book for neighborhood shindigs. Perfect for post-game stops, birthday missions, or just that "I earned this" Tuesday.

From the Batavia newsletter, October 30, 2026

Nola's is the kind of Medina coffee spot you end up claiming as your own, with well-made cups, friendly faces, and a cozy, linger-a-minute vibe. Perfect for a midweek pick-me-up or quick neighborly catch-up before tackling the next errand.

From the Medina newsletter, October 9, 2026

KMC Custom Cakes turns your wedding cake ideas into the kind of centerpiece people actually look forward to eating. Thoughtful, custom designs, clean finishes, and a local touch that feels personal... perfect for Medina couples who want their cake to look like them and taste like dessert.

From the Batavia newsletter, October 20, 2026

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

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.

Anderson's Frozen Custard is that rare local staple serving all natural roast beef on weck alongside signature frozen custard and handmade ice cream cakes, a combo that just works. September even brings daily Pumpkin Frozen Custard plus rotating flavors like Latte at West Amherst, so plan your cravings accordingly.

From the Amherst newsletter, October 28, 2026

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

Fowler's Chocolates is the home of Buffalo's Original Sponge Candy, plus truffles, bars, and dangerously snackable chocolate-covered popcorn. Select shops around WNY even serve ice cream year round, and you can peek behind the scenes with a Sponge Candy Factory Tour if you're feeling extra curious.

From the Amherst newsletter, October 11, 2026

Family-run and made with love in Kaisertown, The Yard Ice Cream keeps things delightfully simple with creamy soft serve, classic hand-scooped flavors, legit banana splits, and chocolate-dipped cones. A low-key spot that feels like summer, and yes, the kids somehow always know the way.

From the Cheektowaga newsletter, October 20, 2026

Skip the flavor-of-the-week roulette and hit Pam's Custard Corner, where more than 31 flavors of soft, creamy custard are always on deck, plus towering sundaes, thick milkshakes, Arctic Swirls, floats, slushes, and homemade lemon ice. Family-owned, friendly vibes, and exactly the cool-down you need this week.

From the Buffalo newsletter, October 18, 2026

Whether you're hunting down celebratory treats or need a midweek morale boost, Sugar Rush Bakery turns out fresh-baked goodness that tastes homemade in the best way. Keep them on your radar when dessert should feel special, not store-bought, especially if you're team "just one more"... which we all are.

From the West Seneca newsletter, September 14, 2026

White Rabbit Dessert Experience churns handcrafted ice cream fresh daily, then pairs it with warm, made-to-order creations that are as pretty as they are indulgent. If you crave premium ingredients, fun presentation, and a spot that feels like, well, an experience, consider this your new dessert routine.

From the Cheektowaga newsletter, October 17, 2026

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

Buffalo Cake Pops Bakery turns out artisan-crafted cake pops, cookies, and fully customizable desserts, plus hands-on decorating classes if you want to level up your piping game. Perfect for birthdays, office treats, or just making Tuesday less Tuesday this week, and yes, everything is proudly made in the 716.

From the Buffalo newsletter, October 5, 2026

Retailer stocked with groceries, housewares, apparel and furniture, plus pharmacy services.

Buke Baking builds desserts and drinks around real tea, fresh fruit, and premium milk, delivering balanced, not-too-sweet bites that actually taste like the ingredients. Swing by this week for a tea-kissed dessert or line up a custom cake for your next get-together, and thank us later.

From the Erie County newsletter, October 21, 2026

Half Baked Cookies slings giant, fresh-from-the-oven cookies with rotating weekly flavors, plus legit vegan and gluten-free picks. Build your own bundle, snag local delivery or pre-order pickup, and keep parties easy with trays and catering... because sometimes dinner is just a cookie.

From the Medina newsletter, October 14, 2026

Babycakes Cupcakery turns out moist, flavor-packed cupcakes in the classics, from red velvet to cookies-and-cream. They bake with fresh, high-quality ingredients and it shows, ideal for your next get-together, office pick-me-up, or a Tuesday that needs saving, no debates... just frosting.

From the Medina newsletter, September 24, 2026

Confectionery, coffee and ice cream shop, with tours.

Muscoreils Fine Desserts is that humble counter where showstopper cakes actually taste as good as they look. Think ornate, custom designs for birthdays, showers, and weddings, plus a case of fresh baked goodies when you just need a sugar win after yet another Tonawanda weather surprise.

From the Medina newsletter, October 5, 2026

Whether you’re plotting a birthday ambush, tying the knot, or just craving a buttercream fix, Cakes By Katya turns ideas into gorgeous, made-from-scratch cakes. This week, treat yourself to artisan designs, cupcakes, cutout cookies, and the occasional croissant cameo that makes weekday coffee feel fancy.

From the Medina newsletter, October 20, 2026

Whether you’re craving that legendary sponge candy or a box of artisan truffles, Alethea's Chocolates keeps it FRESH with sweets handcrafted in their own facility. Bonus points for the ice cream parlor, because sometimes Western New York pride tastes best as a sundae topped with chocolate.

From the Buffalo newsletter, November 1, 2026

Whether you’re celebrating or craving something sweet, Fig Tree Patisserie turns out custom cakes, hand-piped cookies, and what many call the best macarons in WNY. The pastry case changes daily, with French and Sicilian classics, legit vegan, gluten-free, and keto treats, plus a new macaron flavor every month.

From the Buffalo newsletter, October 19, 2026

Teen-oriented retail chain for a large assortment of games, snacks, jewelry, room decor & more.

Teen-oriented retail chain for a large assortment of games, snacks, jewelry, room decor & more.

The women-owned French-style patisserie Butter Block on Buffalo’s West Side keeps locals spoiled with croissants, cookies, and playful European-inspired pastries that change with the seasons.

From the West Seneca newsletter, September 1, 2026

Parkside Candy has been crafting Buffalo's signature Sponge Candy since 1927, along with homemade chocolates, old-fashioned lollipops, and an ice cream parlor that feels like stepping back in time. Treat yourself this week... grab a box for the house, a couple for gifts, and maybe a sundae because why not.

From the Cheektowaga newsletter, October 3, 2026

Since 1985, Sweet Jenny's Chocolates & Ice Cream has made fresh, small-batch scoops and handmade chocolates right inside the historic 1811 Williamsville Mill, often the same day you buy them.

From the Cheektowaga newsletter, October 13, 2026

Ohlson's Bakery & Cafe turns out daily Wisconsin Kringles with flaky, layered dough and fillings like cherry, almond, or raspberry, alongside gourmet cupcakes, cheesecakes, and coffee cakes. Whether you need a celebration centerpiece or a pick-me-up, their custom cakes and pastry case deliver serious wow.

From the Amherst newsletter, October 6, 2026

Between bubble waffles piled high, the viral Dubai Chocolate Strawberry cup with pistachio sauce and kanafa, Nutella-loaded crepes, and that Lotus Milkshake that tastes like Biscoff daydreams, Golden Waffles is your excuse to skip dinner and go straight to dessert this week.

From the Cheektowaga newsletter, September 29, 2026

BreadHive Bakery & Cafe is the kind of spot you detour for from West Seneca, with fresh bagels and pretzels hitting early and loaves rolling out mid-morning, plus thoughtful cafe bites. It’s worker-owned, ten years strong in Buffalo, and it tastes like people who care made it.

From the Buffalo newsletter, September 29, 2026

Half Baked Cookies churns out rotating weekly flavors alongside classics, plus vegan/gluten-free options, all available for local delivery or easy pre-order pickup.

From the Erie County newsletter, October 26, 2026

Oliver's Candies has been handcrafting small-batch chocolates since 1932, and you can taste the tradition in their melt-in-your-mouth sponge candy, French Cremes and Ameri-Mints. Swing in for a scoop, snag a gift box for later, and pretend it’s all for “guests” if that helps.

From the Batavia newsletter, October 25, 2026

Whether you’re after hearty whole-grain loaves, flaky pastries, or an espresso that actually wakes you up, Five Points Bakery bakes with locally sourced ingredients and a lot of care. It’s the kind of neighborly spot you detour for, with a cafe vibe and even beer, wine, and a few grocery staples.

From the Amherst newsletter, September 5, 2026

This week, treat yourself to Parkside Candy, a Buffalo original since 1927 known for its signature Sponge Candy, homemade chocolates, and an old-fashioned ice cream parlor where sundaes taste like childhood. Perfect for gifting, or for keeping a suspiciously small box all to yourself.

From the Cheektowaga newsletter, September 23, 2026

Bright shop offering affordable custom-designed desserts such as dipped fruit and chocolates.

Manchester Place Baking Co. cranks out oversized cookies with a rotating lineup that actually rotates… think Ultimate Ube, peanut butter Butterfinger, rainbow confetti, classic whoopie pies, and chewy blondie bars. Treat yourself this week, hide them from your roommates, and pretend portion control is a suggestion.

From the West Seneca newsletter, October 12, 2026

Frost Artisan Bakery takes those grandma-kitchen classics and gives them a polished, modern glow. Drop in for tarts, cannoli, cream puffs, and the Cupcake Bar, or plan a custom cake for your next milestone... Buffalo-tested way to sweeten any get-together.

From the Buffalo newsletter, September 13, 2026

Since 1950, The Chocolate Shop & More has been crafting Buffalo-made chocolates that locals actually brag about. From boxed assortments and Easter bunnies to logo-stamped bars, corporate gifts, and custom molds, they even run fundraising programs, so your kid’s team can sell something people fight over.

From the West Seneca newsletter, September 6, 2026

Artigiana is that rare bakery where every loaf feels hand-signed... classic sourdough, hearty whole grains, fruit-and-nut beauties, even seeded baguettes and focaccia, all built on great ingredients.

From the Cheektowaga newsletter, October 24, 2026

Whether you need celebratory cake magic, hand-decorated cupcakes, or a box of nostalgic cookies that taste like home, Fairy Cakes Bakeshop bakes everything in-house with fresh ingredients. Swing by this week for custom designs or even a full dessert table, plus they’ve been featured on Cupcake Showdown and Cheap Eats.

From the Buffalo newsletter, October 27, 2026

Buffalo-based shop carrying sponge candy as well as chocolates, ice cream and other treats.