The best bakeries & sweet shops in Loudonville

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

“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, September 17, 2026

“No preservatives or additives are used in the imaginative selection at this creative donut shop.”

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From the Upper Arlington newsletter, September 2, 2026

“Whether you need a study break or just an excuse to celebrate Tuesday, I Scream Gelato handcrafts Italian-style scoops daily with 30+ rotating flavors, bubble waffle cones, and colorful milkshakes. Grab locally roasted espresso, an affogato, or warm waffles and crepes if you want the full dessert victory lap.”

From the Columbus newsletter, September 27, 2026

“Anything Bagel bakes from legacy recipes with over 20 bagels and 10 schmears, plus handmade sandwiches and good coffee that can wear a playful Ube Cold Foam. The rotating Giving Bagel fuels Bake It Forward, so your morning run also gives back to a local cause.”

From the Reynoldsburg newsletter, September 8, 2026

“Sauer Cakes keeps wedding cake planning simple with transparent pricing, full access to mix-and-match flavors and fillings, and no per-tier upcharges. Think Red Velvet or Lemon with Buckeye Ganache or caramel mousse, plus gluten free and vegan options... then book a tasting and let them sweeten your Gahanna reception.”

From the Gahanna newsletter, September 22, 2026

“Family-owned Dulce Vida Ice Cream - Paleteria & Heladeria turns hot afternoons into small celebrations with artisan Mexican ice cream and paletas in 40+ flavors, plus craveable snacks. When a plain vanilla mood hits, try something bolder... fruity, creamy, or unexpected, and discover a go-to treat spot.”

From the Dublin newsletter, September 25, 2026

“Mardi Gras Homemade Ice Cream brings serious flavor adventure with a Flavors of India lineup and more than 50 scoops, from Kesar Pista and Malai Kulfee to tropical Jamun, Chikoo, and Sitafal, plus thick milkshakes and celebration-ready cakes. Treat yourself this week, no passport needed.”

From the Dublin newsletter, September 19, 2026

“Columbus friends, Dumont Creamery & Cafe is serving scoops, sips, and brews that handle dessert cravings and afternoon slumps in one stop. Swing by this week for something creamy now, something sippable later, and a better mood immediately.”

From the Columbus newsletter, August 25, 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, September 1, 2026

“Dulce Vida Ice Cream Factory brings laid-back vibes with a big lineup of artisan flavors, plus desserts and snacks when you need something extra. Multiple Columbus locations keep it easy from Westerville, and online ordering means your sweet tooth wins even when the couch wins.”

From the Westerville newsletter, September 8, 2026

“If you’re cake-obsessed or just croissant-curious, Gourmand Croquant Bakery turns out custom strawberry and birthday cakes that look as good as they taste, plus fresh breads, flaky croissants, and cookies.”

From the Westerville newsletter, September 23, 2026

“Ice cream chain offering design-your-own creations hand-mixed on a granite slab, plus shakes & more.”

“Friendly bake shop with breads, macarons, cakes, tarts and donuts.”

“Chain scooping creative flavors of ice cream & frozen yogurt made from local ingredients.”

“Chain scooping creative flavors of ice cream & frozen yogurt made from local ingredients.”

“This week, let Der Dutchman handle dinner with Amish kitchen cooking made from scratch, from perfectly prepared meats and warm sides to an all-you-can-eat family-style spread or buffet, then cap it with bakery bliss like pies, donuts, and caramel-topped buttermilk cookies.”

From the Mansfield newsletter, August 3, 2026

“Quaint bakery offering handcrafted cookies, cakes & other sweets with vegan & organic ingredients.”

“Cake shop and bakery known for tiered wedding cakes and custom creations such as birthday and graduation cakes.”

“Homey, dog-rescue-supporting shop that doles out buckeye treats in a variety of flavors.”

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

From the Cleveland newsletter, August 18, 2026

“Old-school and still going strong since 1968, Auddino's Italian Bakery turns out the kind of bread you build whole meals around. Grab a couple fresh loaves this week and taste why both wholesale buyers and everyday regulars keep coming back.”

From the Mansfield newsletter, August 29, 2026

“Bakery for French-Asian-inspired pastries (gluten-free options are available) and cakes, as well as a selection of teas and coffee drinks.”

“If your morning needs a little mischief, Bite This brings bagel bombs packed with good stuff, fudgy brownies, and other creative treats in an artsy, gothic vibe. Perfect for a quick breakfast, post-work pick-me-up, or treating that friend who swears they’re not a dessert person.”

From the Mansfield newsletter, September 6, 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, September 27, 2026

“When birthdays, showers, or “we just need cake” hits, Fate Cakes whips up hand-decorated custom designs, plus Quick Cakes, cupcakes, and cookies that actually taste as good as they look, all crafted by owner-baker Marie Johns. Perfect for your next backyard bash or office morale boost.”

From the Westerville newsletter, September 30, 2026

“Clown Cones & Confections scoops nearly 40 flavors, pours proper shakes made with real ice cream, and surrounds it all with a delightfully bonkers collection of clown figurines. There’s a candy wall, homemade waffle cones, specialty sundaes, and even custom ice cream cakes with two days’ notice.”

From the Columbus newsletter, September 16, 2026