The best bakeries & sweet shops in Portsmouth

“When the sweet tooth hits between errands or practice runs, Malt Shops is the easy move for Portsmouth folks. Classic ice cream with zero fuss, just the good kind of cold that resets a day. Swing by for a quick treat and that small-town pause you forgot you needed.”

From the Portsmouth newsletter, September 24, 2026

“Between footers, made-to-order burgers, and hand-pressed pizzas, Buckeye Dairy Bar is the local cheat-day headquarters, then there’s the beautifully landscaped miniature golf course to settle bragging rights. Top it off with hand-dipped scoops, flavorburst cones, and sundaes the size of your willpower.”

“The Red Bow Bakery is one of those local spots that knocks out the kind of baked goods you bring to the office and suddenly everyone likes you more. Keep them on your radar for birthdays, ballgames, or when that Ironton sweet tooth hits on a Tuesday.”

“Union Mills Confectionery Inc turns out flaky pastries, custom cakes, and other artisanal sweets that look fancy but eat like comfort food. If you’ve got a birthday, wedding, or office thing looming, their personalized consultations make it easy to get something gorgeous and genuinely delicious.”

“The Taylored Cookie & Bakery does custom cookies and hometown classics, from gooey chocolate chunk to long johns and cinnamon rolls filled with strawberry, blueberry, pineapple, or cream cheese.”

From the Portsmouth newsletter, September 15, 2026