The best bakeries & sweet shops in Ashland

When your sweet tooth votes yes regardless of the forecast, Sol Froyo Yogurt Bar & Creamery delivers customizable cups with premium frozen yogurt, real ice cream, and a wall of toppings that practically demands experimentation.

From the Ontario newsletter, October 14, 2026

Frozen custard chain with vanilla, chocolate & a rotating weekly flavor, plus a range of toppings.

Since 1956, Paul's Drive-In has been the local go-to for classic diner vibes and ice cream that actually tastes like summer. Hard dip, sherbet, Italian ice, non-dairy and no-sugar-added options, plus rotating specials, all served with a nod to Shelby bicycles and the legendary light bulb.

From the Galion newsletter, October 23, 2026

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

Home of hand-dipped chocolates and now premium ice cream, Ashley's Candy & Nut Shoppe is the kind of place you pop into for a scoop and leave with a box of something dangerously good. They also do special orders, so keep them in mind for birthdays, office morale boosts, and dessert emergencies.

From the Ashland newsletter, October 8, 2026

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

Whether you need a cozy spot to recharge or a sweet fix after work, Café Indigo and Ice Cream too… nails the coffee dessert combo with a chill, community-first vibe and locally sourced quality. They also make hosting easy with online reservations, ordering, and full-on party catering.

From the Youngstown newsletter, September 10, 2026

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

Crepe N’ Drip is where your sweet tooth meets premium Belgian chocolate, gelato and ice cream, and signature sweet crepes and American-style waffles finished with real pistachio and white chocolate. Add a rich espresso or a 100% natural smoothie and you’ve got dessert vibes worth a neighborhood detour.

From the Cleveland newsletter, October 13, 2026

Serving Cleveland since 1974 and now a Parma staple, Honey Hut Ice Cream turns out homemade cones, sundaes, and milkshakes in seasonal flavors using all natural ingredients from local farms, like raspberries from Foote’s Farm, Cleveland dairy, and honey from an Amish farm in Walnut Creek.

From the Parma newsletter, October 17, 2026

Since 1974, Honey Hut Ice Cream has been the hometown go-to for fresh, seasonal scoops made with all-natural ingredients, from Foote’s Farm raspberries to dairy from a Cleveland dairy and honey from an Ohio Amish farm. Hit Old Brooklyn, Parma, Solon, or Brecksville this week and treat yourself.

From the Parma newsletter, October 11, 2026

Bake My Day is the local fix for custom cakes, cupcakes, warm cookies, and a legit chocolate shop turning out handmade chocolates and their famous chocolate pizzas. Gluten-friendly options abound, and they also cater if you’re plotting a birthday or office sugar coup.

From the Ontario newsletter, October 23, 2026

Yummy Treats Candy and More mixes nostalgic favorites with those viral goodies your kids keep asking about, plus international finds you won’t spot at the grocery checkout.

From the Galion newsletter, October 9, 2026

The HoneyBirch Bakehouse in Cleveland’s Larchmere neighborhood turns out crackly loaves, flaky pastries, and legit baguette and deli sandwiches, plus a tiny grocer’s pantry with locally sourced dairy, eggs, chocolates, and conservas… ideal for a weekend stock up when you’re already headed toward Cleveland.

From the Cleveland newsletter, September 4, 2026

Mansfield’s boutique Eatmor Bundt Co turns out delicious bundt cakes and gourmet cookies for weddings, birthdays, baby and bridal showers, memorials, or any Tuesday that needs frosting.

From the Mansfield newsletter, October 15, 2026

In Cleveland's Asiatown, Koko Bakery nails that sweet-savory lineup locals love, from curry and sweet cream buns to teriyaki or katsu sandwiches that actually count as lunch. Pair it with brown sugar matcha or passion fruit milk boba, then snag a tiramisu, macaron, or Taiwanese-style custard tart for the road.

From the Cleveland newsletter, September 15, 2026

Craving a mellow week without leaving Parma? 0, Hidden Hills Club and Tre House.

From the Cleveland newsletter, October 5, 2026

Colossal Cupcakes was the colorful, sugar-slinging spot for specialty cupcakes, soft-serve cones, and soda floats, and yes, we’re still thinking about them. They’ve hung up the aprons, but locals with a sweet tooth in Warren still swap stories about those playful flavors and frosting.

From the Salem newsletter, October 18, 2026

Planning a birthday, shower, or just craving frosting art, CAKE drama handcrafts custom cakes in Gordon Square with mix-and-match flavors per tier and smart custom sizing. They also do sheet cakes and cupcakes, plus in-person or virtual design consults and tasting sample boxes, so lock in something sweet this week.

From the Cleveland newsletter, October 4, 2026

Presti's Bakery is your reliable go-to when you want pastries, cookie trays for the crew, or Italian comfort like sheet pizza, lasagna, eggplant parm and chicken marsala. Swing by this week for a quick bite or take-home spread that makes dinner feel like Nonna cooked.

From the Cleveland newsletter, October 10, 2026

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From the Parma newsletter, October 18, 2026

Aladdin's Baking Co is a Cleveland landmark turning out renowned pita, craveable made-to-order sandwiches, and a stash of Mediterranean imports. Planning a get-together? Their catering lineup makes feeding a crowd surprisingly painless, which is exactly what your group chat needs right now.

From the Lorain newsletter, September 8, 2026

, the Mansfield area bakery turning your wild ideas into hand-decorated sugar cookies that actually taste as good as they look. Seasonal sets, totally custom designs, even classes if you want to try the piping yourself.

From the Ashland newsletter, October 18, 2026

Whether you're into blueberry lemon, chocolate amaretto, or a classic cherry, Slices Fabulous Cakes turns out cheesecakes in all the good flavors plus specialty cakes that taste like a celebration. Bookmark this for birthdays, random Tuesdays, and every sweet emergency... your fork will know what to do.

From the Parma newsletter, September 21, 2026

Grandma Campbell's Cupcakes bakes the kind of fresh cupcakes you swear you’ll only have one of, then backs it up with Campbell’s Sweets Factory’s small-batch gourmet popcorn and hand-dipped chocolates. Perfect for Lorain weeknights, game-day spreads, or easy online gifting when you need a win in the dessert column.

From the Cleveland newsletter, October 20, 2026