The best bakeries & sweet shops in Rockland County

13 places we’ve checked and would send a neighbor to. Open any one to read what we wrote about it.

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Carvel Ice Cream (opens in a new tab)

49 Rockland Center · Nanuet

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

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

Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard (opens in a new tab)

421 NY-59 Ste 8 · Monsey

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

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

Dunkin' (opens in a new tab)

301 NY-304 · Bardonia

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

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

Seasons Express Monsey (opens in a new tab)

368 NY-306 · Monsey

Convenient spot for kosher burgers, pizza, sushi and other eats, with takeout options.

Convenient spot for kosher burgers, pizza, sushi and other eats, with takeout options.

Sweet Expressions (opens in a new tab)

27 Orchard St · Monsey

Kosher ice cream parlor dishing up homemade frozen treats, plus pizza, salads, and panini.

Kosher ice cream parlor dishing up homemade frozen treats, plus pizza, salads, and panini.

Sprinkles Monsey (opens in a new tab)

144 NY-59 · Monsey

When a regular scoop won't cut it, Sprinkles Monsey delivers rich soft serve, classic hard ice cream, and specialty shakes like Mochachino…

When a regular scoop won't cut it, Sprinkles Monsey delivers rich soft serve, classic hard ice cream, and specialty shakes like Mochachino or Peanut Butter Bash. There are pareve and sorbet options, over-the-top bubble waffles, Razzle, and even personal pizza pies when you need something before dessert.

From the Spring Valley newsletter, September 12, 2026

Healthy Joy Bakes (opens in a new tab)

11 S Pascack Rd · Spring Valley

Healthy Joy Bakes is all about Omega Power Bread, a flour-free loaf made with pure wheat gluten that’s preservative and egg free, with 1…

Healthy Joy Bakes is all about Omega Power Bread, a flour-free loaf made with pure wheat gluten that’s preservative and egg free, with 1 net carb per slice, 9g protein, 4g fiber and plenty of Omega 3s from flaxseed. Great for a sturdy, tasty sandwich base without the sugar spike.

From the Hudson Valley newsletter, September 15, 2026

Baskin-Robbins (opens in a new tab)

213 NY-59 · Nanuet

Ice cream parlor chain known for its many ice cream flavors & sundaes, plus cakes, drinks & other treats.

Ice cream parlor chain known for its many ice cream flavors & sundaes, plus cakes, drinks & other treats.

Rockland Bakery (opens in a new tab)

94 Demarest Mill Rd · Nanuet

Whether you're grabbing Saturday bagels or stocking up for the week, Rockland Bakery keeps it "Always Fresh" with a massive lineup of…

Whether you're grabbing Saturday bagels or stocking up for the week, Rockland Bakery keeps it "Always Fresh" with a massive lineup of breads, rolls, brioche, pastries, pies and cakes. Over 40 years in, this premium Northeast bakery nails quality at prices that feel friendly to locals.

From the Spring Valley newsletter, September 2, 2026

Allie's Bakery (opens in a new tab)

21 Orangetown Shopping Center · Orangeburg

Allie's Bakery turns your cake ideas into buttercream reality, with friendly service and custom designs that actually taste as good as they…

Allie's Bakery turns your cake ideas into buttercream reality, with friendly service and custom designs that actually taste as good as they look. When you’re not celebrating, swing by for cookies and pastries that make an ordinary Tuesday feel a little bit like a party.

From the Hudson Valley newsletter, October 12, 2026

Ixchel Bakery (opens in a new tab)

730 NY-304 · New City

With over 20 years behind the oven, Ixchel Bakery turns out authentic breads, cookies, cakes and coffee that taste like someone’s abuela…

With over 20 years behind the oven, Ixchel Bakery turns out authentic breads, cookies, cakes and coffee that taste like someone’s abuela signed off on every batch. They also do custom orders, online ordering and home delivery, so your cravings don’t have to wait.

From the Spring Valley newsletter, September 9, 2026

Rising Above Bakery (opens in a new tab)

70 Main St · Nyack

Rising Above Bakery turns out hand-made, premium breads and sweets that taste like a hug from your carb fairy. The best part, their bakers…

Rising Above Bakery turns out hand-made, premium breads and sweets that taste like a hug from your carb fairy. The best part, their bakers are mostly young adults with special needs learning real skills. Grab a crusty boule or a gluten-free or vegan treat this week and feel extra good about dinner.

From the Hudson Valley newsletter, August 26, 2026