The best bakeries & sweet shops in Plum

50 bakeries & sweet shops we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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

4029 William Penn Hwy (Monroeville)

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

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Philly Pretzel Factory

Bakeries & Sweets

Counter-serve chain for Philadelphia-style soft pretzels & dips.

3968 William Penn Hwy (Monroeville)

Counter-serve chain for Philadelphia-style soft pretzels & dips.

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Old-fashioned chain established in 1950 specializing in frozen custard cones, sundaes & shakes.

4329 Northern Pike #2807 (Monroeville)

Old-fashioned chain established in 1950 specializing in frozen custard cones, sundaes & shakes.

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Mel's Petit Café

Bakeries & Sweets

Comfortable cafe featuring gluten-free, sweet and savory crepes, plus lattes.

431 Cochran Rd (Pittsburgh)

Comfortable cafe featuring gluten-free, sweet and savory crepes, plus lattes.

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Scoops On Beverly

Bakeries & Sweets

Ice cream shop featuring dozens of flavors plus shakes, sundaes, and shaved ice, with some seating.

311 Beverly Rd (Pittsburgh)

Ice cream shop featuring dozens of flavors plus shakes, sundaes, and shaved ice, with some seating.

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M Cibrone & Sons Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Old-school bakery and pizza parlor featuring sandwiches, rolls and other foods.

1231 Grove Rd (Pittsburgh)

Old-school bakery and pizza parlor featuring sandwiches, rolls and other foods.

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Piccola Piazza Company

Bakeries & Sweets

Gelato shop offering authentic Italian flavors for delivery.

909 Parkview Dr (Pittsburgh)

Gelato shop offering authentic Italian flavors for delivery.

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Bethel Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Popular, classic bakeshop whipping up house, seasonal & custom cakes, plus other sweets, since 1955.

5200 Brightwood Rd (Bethel Park)

Popular, classic bakeshop whipping up house, seasonal & custom cakes, plus other sweets, since 1955.

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Madsen Donuts

Bakeries & Sweets

Fluffy, warm cake donuts to go plus coffee in an easygoing setting.

3609 Library Rd (Castle Shannon)

Fluffy, warm cake donuts to go plus coffee in an easygoing setting.

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Graeter's Ice Cream

Bakeries & Sweets

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

437 Mt Lebanon Blvd (Pittsburgh)

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

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

5029 Library Rd (Bethel Park)

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

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French breads, pastries & other baked goods are offered alongside coffee & tea in cheery surrounds.

300 Cochran Rd (Mount Lebanon Township)

French breads, pastries & other baked goods are offered alongside coffee & tea in cheery surrounds.

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Nothing Bundt Cakes

Bakeries & Sweets

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

100 Siena Dr Suite 225 (Upper St. Clair Township)

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

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Bruster's Real Ice Cream

Bakeries & Sweets

Counter-serve chain where all of the ice cream selections are made fresh on-site every day.

4940 Library Rd (Bethel Park)

Counter-serve chain where all of the ice cream selections are made fresh on-site every day.

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Dunkin'

Bakeries & Sweets

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

1541 Washington Rd (Pittsburgh)

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

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

11833 Frankstown Rd (Penn Hills Township)

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

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Nothing Bundt Cakes

Bakeries & Sweets

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

3470 William Penn Hwy Ste 300 (Pittsburgh)

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

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Baked With Love

Bakeries & Sweets

From filled cupcakes and birthday or wedding cakes to gobbs, pizzelles, lady locks, and pumpkin rolls, Baked With Love is that reliable…

315 Unity Trestle Rd (Pittsburgh)

From filled cupcakes and birthday or wedding cakes to gobbs, pizzelles, lady locks, and pumpkin rolls, Baked With Love is that reliable spot when dessert needs to impress without getting fussy. Bonus for the crew, they bake gluten free and dairy free options that still taste like the real deal.

From the Penn Hills newsletter, September 1, 2026

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Longtime bakery known for Italian cakes, pastries & pies in a sunny strip-mall locale.

4209 William Penn Hwy (Monroeville)

Longtime bakery known for Italian cakes, pastries & pies in a sunny strip-mall locale.

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Sweet Tillies

Bakeries & Sweets

Bakery offering a variety of homemade baklava flavors, including traditional and chocolate hazelnut.

1001-B 5th Ave (New Kensington)

Bakery offering a variety of homemade baklava flavors, including traditional and chocolate hazelnut.

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Baskin-Robbins

Bakeries & Sweets

Ice cream parlor chain known for its many ice cream flavors & sundaes, plus cakes, drinks & other treats.

1110 Freeport Rd (Pittsburgh)

Ice cream parlor chain known for its many ice cream flavors & sundaes, plus cakes, drinks & other treats.

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Loafers Bread Co

Bakeries & Sweets

Whole-wheat mill and bakery preparing breads and serving sandwiches, salads, and seasonal soups in a cafe setting.

1153 Freeport Rd (Pittsburgh)

Whole-wheat mill and bakery preparing breads and serving sandwiches, salads, and seasonal soups in a cafe setting.

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Emmerling Ice Cream

Bakeries & Sweets

Ice cream parlor specializing in homemade varieties, burgers and hot dogs.

932 PA-910 (Cheswick)

Ice cream parlor specializing in homemade varieties, burgers and hot dogs.

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Lucky Duck Candy Company

Bakeries & Sweets

New Kensington’s Lucky Duck Candy Company is your next neighborhood spot for scoops and sweets, the kind of place you’ll swing by after…

1001 5th Ave (New Kensington)

New Kensington’s Lucky Duck Candy Company is your next neighborhood spot for scoops and sweets, the kind of place you’ll swing by after practice or on a random Wednesday, with a community-first vibe that feels small-town familiar and just-right indulgent. Bring your sweet tooth, maybe leave the self-control at home.

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Classic bakery, donut shop and coffeehouse, featuring a variety of sweets and baked goods.

720 N Homewood Ave (Pittsburgh)

Classic bakery, donut shop and coffeehouse, featuring a variety of sweets and baked goods.

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Aspinwall Beans'n'cream

Bakeries & Sweets

Casual eatery serving coffee, tea, sandwiches, waffles, wraps.

16 Brilliant Ave (Aspinwall)

Casual eatery serving coffee, tea, sandwiches, waffles, wraps.

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Treat Down The Street

Bakeries & Sweets

Kid-friendly shop serving gourmet flavors of homemade ice cream and donuts.

231 Commercial Ave (Aspinwall)

Kid-friendly shop serving gourmet flavors of homemade ice cream and donuts.

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French breads, pastries & other baked goods are offered alongside coffee & tea in cheery surrounds.

4605 Butler St (Pittsburgh)

French breads, pastries & other baked goods are offered alongside coffee & tea in cheery surrounds.

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Four Oaks Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Greensburg’s Four Oaks Bakery turns wedding and celebration ideas into modern, elegant showpieces crafted from scratch, with cupcakes to…

600 Blank School Rd (Greensburg)

Greensburg’s Four Oaks Bakery turns wedding and celebration ideas into modern, elegant showpieces crafted from scratch, with cupcakes to match the vibe. If you’ve been meaning to book that dream cake for a big day or just want inspo for something special this week, start here.

From the Westmoreland County newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Paddy Cake Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Paddy Cake Bakery is that reliable Bloomfield stop for fresh donuts, classic cookies, and decorated cakes that actually taste as good as…

4763 Liberty Ave (Pittsburgh) · ✓ checked Jul 29

Paddy Cake Bakery is that reliable Bloomfield stop for fresh donuts, classic cookies, and decorated cakes that actually taste as good as they look.

From the Pittsburgh newsletter, August 4, 2026

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SpectroDolce Confectionery turns cravings into good deeds with Liège waffles, creamy ice cream, classic milkshakes, and gourmet chocolates,…

5256 U.S. 30 ste 116 (Greensburg)

SpectroDolce Confectionery turns cravings into good deeds with Liège waffles, creamy ice cream, classic milkshakes, and gourmet chocolates, all while creating jobs for people with autism.

From the Westmoreland County newsletter, August 15, 2026

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Nico Bakery and Café

Bakeries & Sweets

Croissants that actually flake, real-deal baguettes, silky quiche, and cakes that make weekday birthdays feel legit, Nico Bakery and Café…

132 S Pennsylvania Ave (Greensburg)

Croissants that actually flake, real-deal baguettes, silky quiche, and cakes that make weekday birthdays feel legit, Nico Bakery and Café is your move when you need something buttery and baked with care. Skip the sad desk breakfast, bring home something you'll brag about.

From the Westmoreland County newsletter, August 27, 2026

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Bakery specializing in custom cakes for events, including weddings.

213 Commercial Ave (Pittsburgh)

Bakery specializing in custom cakes for events, including weddings.

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S & S Candy & Cigar Co

Bakeries & Sweets

Tobacco store featuring cigars, plus a wide selection of candies.

2025 E Carson St (Pittsburgh)

Tobacco store featuring cigars, plus a wide selection of candies.

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Signature Desserts

Bakeries & Sweets

Unassuming bakery offering a variety of treats, including special-occasion cakes, pies & pastries.

3360 Library Rd (Pittsburgh)

Unassuming bakery offering a variety of treats, including special-occasion cakes, pies & pastries.

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350° Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

When your morning needs a pick-me-up this week, 350° Bakery hits the spot with stacked breakfast sandwiches, gooey cinnamon rolls, and…

2427 S 18th St (Pittsburgh)

When your morning needs a pick-me-up this week, 350° Bakery hits the spot with stacked breakfast sandwiches, gooey cinnamon rolls, and legit pies plus other sweet-and-savory bakes. m. snack attack shows up.

From the Pittsburgh newsletter, August 18, 2026

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When this week needs a lift, The White Rabbit Cafe and Patisserie has specialty coffees, teas, and from-scratch pastries and confections…

113 N Main St (Greensburg)

When this week needs a lift, The White Rabbit Cafe and Patisserie has specialty coffees, teas, and from-scratch pastries and confections made in-house with as many locally and sustainably sourced ingredients as possible. Settle in, catch up with a friend, and let their creative treats do the cheering.

From the Westmoreland County newsletter, August 20, 2026

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Pollak's Candies

Bakeries & Sweets

Family-run shop making and selling candy, chocolates and ice cream.

352 Butler St (Pittsburgh)

Family-run shop making and selling candy, chocolates and ice cream.

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Grandpa Joe's Candy Shop

Bakeries & Sweets

Nostalgic candy store with a large selection of sweets and sodas, plus gifts and ice cream.

2124 Penn Ave (Pittsburgh)

Nostalgic candy store with a large selection of sweets and sodas, plus gifts and ice cream.

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Easygoing operation serving European-style breads & pastries, plus coffee & sandwiches.

6520 Wilkins Ave (Pittsburgh)

Easygoing operation serving European-style breads & pastries, plus coffee & sandwiches.

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Wilson Candy Company

Bakeries & Sweets

Since 1947, Wilson Candy Company has been hand-dipping chocolates in Jeannette using family recipes passed down for three generations. This…

5142 US-30 #120 (Greensburg)

Since 1947, Wilson Candy Company has been hand-dipping chocolates in Jeannette using family recipes passed down for three generations. This week, treat yourself or stock up for gatherings with signature boxed chocolates, barks, truffles, cordials, and chocolate-covered grahams and pretzels...

From the Westmoreland County newsletter, August 22, 2026

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Cozy-chic bakery and cafe specializing in Korean-French pastries such as cream-stuffed croissants and cakes, plus drinks like coffee.

6226 Penn Ave (Pittsburgh)

Cozy-chic bakery and cafe specializing in Korean-French pastries such as cream-stuffed croissants and cakes, plus drinks like coffee.

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Prantl's Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Prantl's Bakery is the Pittsburgh institution behind the original Burnt Almond Torte, acclaimed as the Best Cake in America. The Greensburg…

612 Grove St (Greensburg)

Prantl's Bakery is the Pittsburgh institution behind the original Burnt Almond Torte, acclaimed as the Best Cake in America. The Greensburg shop keeps locals happy with custom cakes, flaky pastries, cookies, pies, and donuts made with old-school care, plus a staff that actually smiles.

From the Westmoreland County newsletter, September 1, 2026

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BB&Bur Pastry Kitchen and Bakery is the move when you want dessert with personality. They do custom cakes, cupcakes, and pastries that look…

317 S Trenton Ave (Pittsburgh)

BB&Bur Pastry Kitchen and Bakery is the move when you want dessert with personality. They do custom cakes, cupcakes, and pastries that look like art and eat like a hug, so make this week’s celebration, office flex, or just-because treat extra fun and let them run wild.

From the Pittsburgh newsletter, August 26, 2026

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Whether you’re craving a serious slice situation or plotting a birthday masterpiece, The Butterwood Bake Consortium delivers organic cakes…

5222 Butler St (Pittsburgh) · ✓ checked Aug 6

Whether you’re craving a serious slice situation or plotting a birthday masterpiece, The Butterwood Bake Consortium delivers organic cakes and pies by the slice, party cakes, and KLVN coffee in a cozy, old-world cafe vibe. Clean ingredients, zero weird fillers, and desserts that actually taste like dessert.

From the Pittsburgh newsletter, August 11, 2026

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Whether you’re sneaking in a solo latte or meeting a friend who just needs sugar, The Trendy Bunny Event Cafe brings cozy Greensburg vibes,…

600 Blank School Rd (Greensburg)

Whether you’re sneaking in a solo latte or meeting a friend who just needs sugar, The Trendy Bunny Event Cafe brings cozy Greensburg vibes, handcrafted coffees, and fresh pastries that actually deliver. Pop in this week for a pick-me-up, then bookmark it for your next low-stress celebration.

From the Westmoreland County newsletter, August 10, 2026

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Oakmont Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Longtime bakeshop with ample seating offering premium cakes & baked goods in a light-filled space.

1 Sweet St (Oakmont)

Longtime bakeshop with ample seating offering premium cakes & baked goods in a light-filled space.

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La Gourmandine Downtown

Bakeries & Sweets

La Gourmandine Downtown is basically a mini Paris run by actual French bakers, with a full espresso bar, flaky viennoiserie from plain to…

308 Forbes Ave (Pittsburgh)

La Gourmandine Downtown is basically a mini Paris run by actual French bakers, with a full espresso bar, flaky viennoiserie from plain to their famous almond croissants, crusty breads, delicate patisserie, and baguette sandwiches that make lunch feel fancy without trying.

From the Penn Hills newsletter, August 24, 2026

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Outpost for custom & ready-made baked goods, plus handmade confections & decorating supplies.

225 Shiloh St (Pittsburgh)

Outpost for custom & ready-made baked goods, plus handmade confections & decorating supplies.

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Five Below

Bakeries & Sweets

Teen-oriented retail chain for a large assortment of games, snacks, jewelry, room decor & more.

587 Clairton Blvd (Pleasant Hills)

Teen-oriented retail chain for a large assortment of games, snacks, jewelry, room decor & more.

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