The best bakeries & sweet shops in Erie

“Stefanelli's Candies has been handcrafting Erie’s famous sponge candy since 1929, small-batch over copper kettles with that melt-away crunch locals swear by. When the sweet tooth hits this week, their boxed chocolates, bars, and chocolate-covered treats deliver Old World flavor that somehow tastes like hometown pride.”

From the Erie newsletter, August 4, 2026

“Majestic Baking Company keeps Erie in great bread with sourdough and artisan loaves baked in a timeworn brick oven that’s been warm for generations. Dating back to 1887, baking since 1915, and under new owners since 2019, it’s the place for a crust that snaps and a crumb that makes soup feel fancy.”

From the Erie newsletter, August 8, 2026

“Family owned since 1950, Art's Bakery Harborcreek turns out from-scratch cookies, pies, and pastries that taste like someone’s grandma has a commercial mixer. Swing by for the deli and local grocery finds too, or order online for delivery when the sweet tooth hits hard.”

From the Erie newsletter, September 1, 2026

“Whether you’re craving their famous Sponge Candy, a box of meltaways, or chocolate-covered strawberries that make any week feel like a holiday, Romolo Chocolates delivers handcrafted goodness from four generations of chocolatiers. It’s the kind of place that turns “just one piece” into a very sweet tradition.”

From the Erie newsletter, August 27, 2026

“Erie’s first local Turkish and French-inspired bakery is serving up flaky sweets, savory bites, and coffee that turns any weekday into a small celebration. Hit Bakery on 5th this week, it’s 100% Halal with vegetarian and gluten-free options so your crew can all feast without overthinking it.”

From the Erie newsletter, August 23, 2026

“With five generations of family know-how since 1920, Sontheimer's Country Bakery turns butter, sugar, and tradition into flaky pies, classic cookies, and other sweet comforts that taste like home. Treat yourself this week… or be the hero who shows up to dinner with pie.”

From the Erie newsletter, September 21, 2026

“Ye Ole Sweet Shoppe is your all-American bakery move when you need real-deal cookies, brownies, and specialty cupcakes, plus cream pies made in-house. Build a cookie box, snag breakfast bakes, or call on them for cookie cakes, party trays, and wedding-worthy cakes that please the Erie crowd.”

From the Erie newsletter, August 25, 2026

“Erie sweet tooths, consider this your nudge to join the Sunny Bakery newsletter while they take a summer breather through August 28, 2026. The online store reopens August 29, so line up your cravings now and be first to snag the treats when the ovens heat back up.”

From the Erie newsletter, September 14, 2026

“Whether you need a midweek morale boost or dessert that actually disappears, Art's Bakery has been elevating the taste of Erie since 1950 with scratch-made pies, cookies, and pastries, plus a legit deli and local grocery finds. Order online for delivery or pickup, and they’ll cater your next gathering too.”

From the Erie newsletter, August 30, 2026

“Founded in 1929, Stefanelli's Candies still cooks small-batch chocolates in aged copper kettles and hand-dips Erie's famous sponge candy for that melt-away crunch you remember. Swing by when you need nostalgic boxed chocolates, specialty bars, or gift-worthy treats that make you look like you planned ahead.”

From the Erie newsletter, September 13, 2026

“If your snack drawer needs a morale boost, Lake Erie Candy Company delivers Erie-made sweets that actually feel special, from signature Beach Glass Candy and salt water taffy to gummies and gourmet chocolates.”

From the Erie newsletter, September 5, 2026

“Retailer offering premium chocolate & other confections, plus cocoa & gift baskets.”

“When a snack craving hits, Herb & Honey Bakery answers with pretzels and baked goods made from local ingredients, the kind you can tear into on the drive home and still feel good about. Keep them on your mental shortlist for office treats or Saturday morale boosts.”

From the Erie newsletter, September 8, 2026

“Give A Crepe La CrepErie keeps things simple and delicious with sweet and savory crepes made from locally sourced ingredients. They also do crepe cakes and catering, so you can turn a slow Erie morning or your next office thing into a “how is this so good” situation.”

From the Erie newsletter, September 6, 2026