The best bakeries & sweet shops in Westerville

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

“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.”

“Fun, family-friendly venue whipping up over-the-top milkshakes with toppings and ice cream scoops, plus cookies, cheesecake, bowls, sundaes and cones.”

“24-hour donut shop in the heart of the OSU campus area serving breakfast fare, donuts & Greek gyros.”

“Cake-crusted cheesecakes made with local ingredients and featuring lots of flavors for pick-up.”

“Counter-serve chain serving donuts & its own brand of coffee for sit-down or takeout.”

“Locally owned shop for gourmet cupcakes baked from scratch, in addition to cinnamon rolls and cakes for special occasions.”

“Longtime ice cream parlor chain serving small-batch scoops, plus signature sundaes & frozen drinks.”

“Old-school outfit serving cakes, pies, breads, donuts & desserts in a quaint storefront setting.”

“Long-running dessert destination creating pastries, cookies & candies, plus custom-decorated cakes.”

“Strip-mall stop for savory halal fare & baked treats plus Middle Eastern & Mediterranean groceries.”

“Sugar cookies and other sweet treats are on offer from this bakery at Center Street Market.”

“Informal option for 20+ flavors of ice cream (including rainbow sherbet), sundaes and shakes, plus waffle cones.”

“Italian ices & frozen custards star at this counter-serve chain with a range of other cold treats.”

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

“Longtime ice cream parlor chain serving small-batch scoops, plus signature sundaes & frozen drinks.”

“Convenience-store chain known for ice cream & dairy, offering cones, shakes, milk & gas fill-ups.”

“Italian ices & frozen custards star at this counter-serve chain with a range of other cold treats.”

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

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

“Eco-minded chain with natural & organic grocery items, housewares & other products (most sell wine).”

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

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

“Familiar-feeling gluten-free treats such as zebra cakes and bundt cake, plus muffins and cookies.”

“Longtime ice cream parlor chain serving small-batch scoops, plus signature sundaes & frozen drinks.”

“Longtime ice cream parlor chain serving small-batch scoops, plus signature sundaes & frozen drinks.”

“Café for doughnuts ranging from classic to craft, as well as sandwiches and coffee.”

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

“Family-owned spot for artisan Mexican ice cream and popsicles in 40+ flavors, plus snacks.”

“Longtime coffee shop chain selling specialty brews, locally roasted beans, tea & related equipment.”

“Traditional store selling chocolates, confections & fudge, as well as original recipe ice cream.”

“Sweet Tooth Cottage is a family-owned spot making everything from scratch, including signature butter cookie cut-outs, cupcakes, brownies, and buckeyes. This week, tap their custom designs and logo cookies, so whether it’s a kid’s birthday or a last-minute office win, you’ll look like you planned it all along.”

“Baked goods shop offering a variety of custom-decorated cakes, cupcakes and pies alongside coffee.”

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

“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, August 25, 2026

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

“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

“Bakery chain specializing in whole-grain breads & muffins made with Montana wheat.”

“Longtime ice cream parlor chain serving small-batch scoops, plus signature sundaes & frozen drinks.”

“Laid-back eatery featuring a variety of artisan ice cream flavors, plus desserts and snacks.”

“Family-owned bakeshop providing a wide variety of homemade pies in fruit, cream & seasonal flavors.”

“Family-run enterprise baking and shipping treats like cakes (some gluten-free) along with banana breads, cookies, pancake mixes and loafs.”

“Bakery crafting custom-design cakes (strawberry and birthday especially) plus breads, croissants and cookies.”

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

“Longtime, family-owned bakeshop with handcrafted donuts, cookies & pies, plus custom cakes & breads.”

“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.”

“When your day needs a happy detour, Pistacia Vera delivers handcrafted pastries, delicate macarons, and other beautiful sweets, plus light fare that feels just right for a midweek pause. It’s a German Village staple locals swear by... elegant, cozy, and dangerously habit-forming.”

From the Columbus 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.”

“Whether you’re planning a birthday, shower, or office win, Sadie Baby Sweets builds custom mini desserts and themed dessert tables that match your colors and vibe, from character cake pops to caramel-wrapped pretzels and cookies.”

From the Columbus newsletter, August 14, 2026

“When the midweek sweet tooth shows up, The Pastry Factory comes through with cupcakes, cookies, brownies, and signature flavor cakes that taste like a celebration. They handle weddings, special events, and catering, and were nominated Best Desserts in Columbus by 614 Magazine in 2025 and 2026.”

From the Columbus newsletter, August 11, 2026

“Cozy bakery serving croissants, sourdough and other pastries and bread for carryout. Friendly service.”

“Friendly, fast donut shop for freshly made, customizable options and coffee.”

“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.”

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

“Mom-&-pop diner serving up classic comfort food & signature donuts in snug, no-frills environs.”

“Bakery known for its bagel bombs, brownies, and other treats, plus an artistic, gothic vibe.”

“Craving something louder than your group chat, For the Love of Dough does soft-baked, flavor-packed cookies baked fresh daily with hits like Peanut Butter, Buckeye, and Red Velvet. Pair one with their in-store-only cookie milkshakes or ice cream sandwiches and suddenly your Thursday feels like a holiday.”

“Donut shop specializing in made-to-order treats such as the popular maple bacon donut.”

“Our CupCakery turns wedding dessert stress into a win with custom cakes and wedding cupcakes, plus signature combos like Backwards Buckeye and Dublin Irish Cream, so add them to your planning list this week.”

From the Delaware newsletter, August 19, 2026

“Friendly baker serving 14 signature flavors of cupcakes plus cakes and homemade ice cream.”

“Craving the real deal without the wheat hangover? Gluten-Free from the Dipped is turning out fully gluten-free donuts in a bunch of flavors that taste like the ones you miss. Treat yourself this week, because a good donut that loves you back is absolutely a thing.”

From the Delaware newsletter, August 12, 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 Newark newsletter, August 22, 2026

“Storefront of a longtime candy company featuring chocolates, an espresso bar & pour-over coffee.”

“Ice cream shop scooping up 39 flavors, sundaes & shakes in a space brimming with clown figurines.”

“Contemporary counter-serve featuring classic & specialty baked goods such as scones & mini cupcakes.”