The best bakeries & sweet shops in Lima

3 bakeries & sweet shops we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Nickles Bakery Inc

Bakeries & Sweets

Born in 1909 and still cranking out the soft, reliable stuff, Nickles Bakery Inc keeps Lima lunches, cookouts, and late-night PB&Js on…

1950 N Sugar St

“Born in 1909 and still cranking out the soft, reliable stuff, Nickles Bakery Inc keeps Lima lunches, cookouts, and late-night PB&Js on point with fresh breads, buns, and pastries. If your week needs better toast, burger buns, or dinner rolls, grab their classics and enjoy every moment.”

From the Lima newsletter, September 10, 2026

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Sara's Sweets

Bakeries & Sweets

Whether you're craving a classic cupcake, a chewy cookie bar, or a custom cake that actually nails your wild idea, Sara's Sweets has you…

435 S Eastown Rd

“Whether you're craving a classic cupcake, a chewy cookie bar, or a custom cake that actually nails your wild idea, Sara's Sweets has you covered. Daily bakes, online ordering, and a rewards program that showers you with Sprinkle Points... consider this your permission to treat yourself this week.”

From the Lima newsletter, September 19, 2026

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Pats Donuts & Kreme

Bakeries & Sweets

Pat's Donuts & Kreme has been Lima's sweet spot since 1983, turning out scratch-made donuts, muffins, cookies and custom cookie orders that…

2102 Elida Rd

“Pat's Donuts & Kreme has been Lima's sweet spot since 1983, turning out scratch-made donuts, muffins, cookies and custom cookie orders that actually taste like someone cared. They also roll their own pizza dough and bake the sandwich rolls, so you can grab a slice or sub that hits above its weight.”

From the Lima newsletter, September 15, 2026

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