The best bakeries & sweet shops in Cranston

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

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The Original Italian Bakery, Inc.

Bakeries & Sweets

Artisanal Italian breads, desserts & pizza are the draw at this unassuming, time-tested bakeshop.

915 Atwood Ave (Johnston)

“Artisanal Italian breads, desserts & pizza are the draw at this unassuming, time-tested bakeshop.”

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Ellie's

Bakeries & Sweets

Craving flaky French pastries, light lunchtime bites, or a dialed-in espresso that makes errands feel poetic, Ellie's brings that relaxed…

250 Westminster St (Providence) · ✓ checked Jul 28

“Craving flaky French pastries, light lunchtime bites, or a dialed-in espresso that makes errands feel poetic, Ellie's brings that relaxed Parisian vibe to your week. They’re an eatery by day and a bistro by night, now serving dinner so your plans instantly feel fancier.”

From the Providence newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Seven Stars Bakery - Broadway

Bakeries & Sweets

Relaxed bakery offering a variety of handcrafted breads, pastries & sandwiches, plus coffee.

342 Broadway (Providence)

“Relaxed bakery offering a variety of handcrafted breads, pastries & sandwiches, plus coffee.”

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The Family Cake

Bakeries & Sweets

Bakery offering cakes, cupcakes, and Cuban sandwiches, as well as breakfast options.

243 Manton Ave (Providence)

“Bakery offering cakes, cupcakes, and Cuban sandwiches, as well as breakfast options.”

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Pastiche Fine Desserts

Bakeries & Sweets

Cozy, lively European-style nook serving house-made fruit tarts, cakes, chocolates & pastries.

92 Spruce St (Providence)

“Cozy, lively European-style nook serving house-made fruit tarts, cakes, chocolates & pastries.”

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Seven Stars Bakery - Point Street

Bakeries & Sweets

Relaxed bakery offering a variety of handcrafted breads, pastries & sandwiches, plus coffee.

103 Point St (Providence)

“Relaxed bakery offering a variety of handcrafted breads, pastries & sandwiches, plus coffee.”

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Scialo Bros. Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Italian bakery open since 1916 offering traditional cookies, pastries & special-occasion cakes.

257 Atwells Ave (Providence)

“Italian bakery open since 1916 offering traditional cookies, pastries & special-occasion cakes.”

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A & J Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Family-owned bakeshop producing nut- & gluten-free treats, as well as dairy- & soy-free options.

11 Knight St (Warwick)

“Family-owned bakeshop producing nut- & gluten-free treats, as well as dairy- & soy-free options.”

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Le Favorite Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Bakery in the Governor Francis Shopping Center supplying baked goods, pizzas, and custom-designed cakes.

949-951 Namquid Dr (Warwick)

“Bakery in the Governor Francis Shopping Center supplying baked goods, pizzas, and custom-designed cakes.”

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Sin

Bakeries & Sweets

Modern bakery offering made-to-order cakes for special occasions, plus donuts & whoopie pies.

1413 Westminster St (Providence)

“Modern bakery offering made-to-order cakes for special occasions, plus donuts & whoopie pies.”

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Lolli & Pops

Bakeries & Sweets

Candy store chain located within Providence Place offering self-serve sweets.

114 Providence Pl (Providence)

“Candy store chain located within Providence Place offering self-serve sweets.”

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