The best bakeries & sweet shops in Summit County

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

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

“Supermarket chain with departments for meat, produce, deli & bakery, plus wellness items & wine.”

“National chain with dozens of flavor combinations of soft-serve frozen yogurt, plus sorbet.”

“Made right here in Akron, Waylon's Handcrafted Ice Cream turns that after-dinner craving into an occasion with homemade ice cream, cakes, and gourmet ice cream sandwiches, all crafted with the kind of love you can taste. Go when you want something joyful, local, and a little celebratory.”

From the Akron newsletter, September 16, 2026

“Long-standing ice cream parlor offering many flavors of ice cream & sorbet, plus sundaes & shakes.”

“Franchise bakery specializing in handcrafted bundt cakes, plus curated gifts & party supplies.”

“National chain with dozens of flavor combinations of soft-serve frozen yogurt, plus sorbet.”

“Great Harvest Bread keeps it simple and seriously tasty with whole-grain loaves and muffins made from Montana wheat, milled fresh daily. Perfect for sandwich upgrades, soup-night dunking, or a just-because slice... the kind of wholesome comfort a Kent week could use.”

From the Stow newsletter, September 30, 2026

“Black Dog Baking Company brings artisan baked goods to their hometown of Cuyahoga Falls, and our mornings just got happier. It’s the kind of local spot where you grab something warm, chat for a minute, then immediately plan your next visit because you can tell these folks truly love baking for the community.”

From the Cuyahoga Falls newsletter, October 6, 2026

“Long-standing ice cream parlor offering many flavors of ice cream & sorbet, plus sundaes & shakes.”

“Serving award-winning ice cream since 1969, Pav’s Creamery keeps it fun with homemade scoops, kustard cakes, and best-sellers like Blueberry Cheesecake and Cookie Monster. Cast a vote for the Flavor of the Week, then swing by Cuyahoga Falls or get it delivered if you’re close.”

From the Cuyahoga Falls newsletter, October 4, 2026

“Craving real-deal Slavic kiflis, iced cutouts, or a box of classic cookies your aunt will claim she baked herself? Linda's Kitchen has been perfecting family-favorite recipes since 1995, plus baking classes and occasional afternoon tea that make this week taste a little more celebratory.”

From the Cuyahoga Falls newsletter, October 15, 2026

“When you need a sweet break close to home, Strickland's Frozen Custard has been churning since 1936 with those dense, old-school batch freezers, serving hand-dipped cones, thick milkshakes, and sundaes, plus flavors of the day. It’s the kind of classic that still hits even on a Tuesday.”

From the Cuyahoga Falls newsletter, October 11, 2026

“Sal's Gelato makes its gelato from scratch daily with top quality ingredients sourced locally and from Italy, then rounds it out with gourmet house-baked treats and beverages. It is an easy go-to for classic and seasonal flavors, plus a patio hang when the weather cooperates.”

From the Akron newsletter, September 1, 2026

“Whether you're craving classic cookies, celebration-worthy cakes, trays of flaky pastries, hearty bread, or those Saturday morning donuts that somehow disappear in the car ride home, Vincent's Bakery nails that old-school Italian bakery vibe locals love.”

From the Stow newsletter, September 23, 2026

“When you need something flaky and legit, Kiflis Bakery & Cafe turns out hand-made strudels in walnut, poppyseed, and apricot raisin, plus delicate kiflis and coconut cookies that taste like your grandma actually used butter. Perfect for a late-morning pick-me-up or weekend coffee companion.”

From the Cuyahoga Falls newsletter, August 26, 2026

“Ovenly Delights is a dedicated gluten-free bakery turning out from-scratch breads, cookies, do-it-yourself cookie dough, and custom cakes using non-GMO, locally sourced and where possible organic ingredients.”

From the Cuyahoga Falls newsletter, September 29, 2026

“For decades, Tiffany's Bakery has been Akron’s go-to for gorgeous custom cakes that taste as good as they look, plus a full lineup of fresh pastries and hand dipped ice cream. Award-winning and family-run, it’s the kind of spot you pop in this week “just for one thing”... then leave grinning.”

From the Akron newsletter, September 30, 2026

“Bakery chain known for warm cookies, ice cream & late-night deliveries.”

“Whether you're cranking out wedding treats or testing a Tuesday-night brownie experiment, Cake and Candy Depot has the good stuff: Merckens chocolate in all kinds, candy and cake molds, colors and flavors, packaging, and those hard-to-find bits. Bonus, their staff actually helps you solve decorating dilemmas.”

From the Akron newsletter, October 14, 2026

“Need a no-sweat way to spoil clients, neighbors, or yourself? Gifts of Great Taste blends Cookie Express cookies and brownies with Frontier Fruit & Nut favorites and Ohio Dairyland Cheese, then hand-packs custom baskets loaded with chocolates, nuts, smoked sausage, salami, and coffee... a local win for any occasion.”

From the Akron newsletter, August 22, 2026

“Retail chain selling gourmet chocolates & candies, with gift options for special occasions.”

“Akron’s sweet standby, Reeves Cake Shop, bakes everything to order using time-tested family recipes, from sculpted birthday showstoppers and photo cakes to cookie trays and cupcakes. Need wedding desserts or a themed cake this week? They’ll make it fresh, and yes, it’ll taste like a celebration.”

From the Akron newsletter, October 7, 2026

“The Bake Shop in Ghent has been sweetening Bath for over 40 years with pastries, breads, donuts, and custom cakes, plus ice cream cakes when the sweet tooth calls louder. Housed in a charming century home, it’s a reliable local standby for birthdays, pies, or dessert trays that save your party.”

From the Akron newsletter, September 23, 2026

“Whether you need a birthday showstopper or a Saturday sugar fix this week, Cupcake Castle bakes 12 daily cupcake flavors, plus cookies, cakes, and brownies, and lets kids (and grownups) decorate their own by appointment. Custom cakes and take-home decorating kits make celebrations easy, creative, and actually fun.”

From the Parma newsletter, August 10, 2026

“From elegantly decorated wedding cakes to everyday layer cakes and a pastry case full of classics, The West Side Bakery delivers pure happy. Think seasonal pies like peach and key lime, plus the occasional Peach Week frenzy. Grab a slice or a box, suddenly the week looks better.”

From the Akron newsletter, August 17, 2026

“When your week needs a win, Stacked Akron Cakes delivers with custom cutout cookies, fresh donuts, and party-level cakes and cupcakes, plus wedding tastings and consultations if you’re planning the big one. Perfect for birthdays, game days, or just because Tuesday deserves frosting.”

From the Akron newsletter, August 27, 2026

“Sweet Mary's Bakery is the kind of woman-owned micro-bakery worth the quick hop to downtown Akron, turning out from-scratch pastries, scones, cookies, quiche and cheesecakes alongside proper espresso.”

From the Cuyahoga Falls newsletter, September 6, 2026

“Essential Dipped Delights is the downtown Akron dessert spot for when you want cheesecake, cookies, and chocolates that feel a little extra, plus vegan options that actually taste like dessert. Close enough for a quick Cuyahoga Falls run, and absolutely worth the detour after dinner or errands.”

From the Cuyahoga Falls newsletter, September 25, 2026