The best bakeries & sweet shops in Providence

“Military family-owned and serving up delicious flavors with a touch of Latin home, Fiesta Scoop PVD hits the ice cream craving just right. Order ahead for window pickup in PVD or North Providence, then enjoy your scoops without the wait… neighbors may follow the smiles.”

From the Providence newsletter, September 15, 2026

“Spit-roasted chimney cakes meet creamy ice cream at The Castle Chimney, a cozy Chalkstone Avenue spot blending European tradition with Providence heart. Go for a warm, cinnamon-sugared cone you can fill and top your way, plus legit iced coffees and a surprise lineup of Latin empanadas.”

“Buono's Italian Bakery keeps Providence carb lovers happy with award winning Italian bread made the old world way with modern-day precision. Grab a crusty loaf, then add calzones, pizza, biscuits, and classic Italian pastries like sfogliatelle or a cannoli for the walk home. Consistently excellent, never fussy.”

From the Providence newsletter, September 10, 2026

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

“Knead Doughnuts keeps it simple and delicious with a donut menu, pastry menu, and donut cakes for when a regular dessert just won’t cut it. Pre-order for quick pickup, perfect for a quick run from Johnston, then enjoy the sweet victory of being everyone’s favorite.”

From the Johnston newsletter, September 8, 2026

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

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

“Taunton Ave Bakery in East Providence turns out daily fresh Portuguese breads, classic pasteis de nata, and a case full of Portuguese, Italian, and French pastries, all from scratch.”

From the Providence newsletter, September 11, 2026

“Craving something sweet that doesn’t wreck your vibe? Wildflour Bakery and Cafe keeps it blissfully vegan with flaky pastries, hearty savory bites, and the kind of signature coffee, smoothies, and fresh juices that make weekdays feel nicer. Custom cakes, seasonal flavors...”

From the Pawtucket newsletter, August 24, 2026

“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

“Long-fermented sourdough loaves, hand-made pastries, and legit sandwiches show why Seven Stars Bakery - Broadway is a West Side staple. They mill whole grains in-house, bake everything from scratch, and pour exclusive New Harvest coffee blends so your morning feels intentional and your afternoon dangerously snacky.”

From the Providence newsletter, August 29, 2026

“If your dessert radar perks up at tres leches, cuatro leches, flan, and caramel and guava cake slices, The Family Cake is the neighborhood spot. They bake daily with that real Latin bakery vibe, plus custom cakes for birthdays and just-because moments... because Providence always has something to celebrate.”

From the Providence newsletter, August 31, 2026

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

“LaSalle Bakery has done the Old School, Old-World, no-shortcut thing for over 80 years, turning out proper bread, breakfast, coffee, sandwiches, and pastries, plus custom gourmet cakes tailored to your theme and taste. When you need something reliably excellent, this hometown classic delivers.”

From the Providence newsletter, August 10, 2026

“Seven Stars Bakery - Point Street is your reliable fix for long-fermented sourdough, ultra-flaky pastries, and legit sandwiches, all made from scratch without preservatives. Pair it with one of their exclusive New Harvest coffee blends and suddenly weekday mornings feel like a tiny victory.”

From the Providence newsletter, August 20, 2026

“Signature Almond Butter Toffee made the old-school way, coated in dark chocolate and plenty of almonds. Anchor Toffee is Rhode Island made and dangerously giftable, the kind of treat you buy for a friend then remember you, too, are a friend... to yourself.”

From the Cranston newsletter, August 29, 2026

“Scialo Bros. Bakery keeps Federal Hill sweet with trays of traditional Italian cookies and cream pastries plus celebration cakes that make birthdays and Sundays equally dangerous.”

“Seven Stars Bakery - Hope Street turns out handmade loaves and flaky pastries using long fermentation, natural sourdough starters, and house-milled whole grains, with zero preservatives. Pair it with their exclusive New Harvest coffee blend and suddenly your morning routine feels like a tiny holiday.”

From the Pawtucket newsletter, September 3, 2026

“Oak Bakeshop is a Jew-ish bakery and cafe turning tradition into obsession, with hamantaschen, rugelach, Jerusalem bagels with labneh and za’atar, knish, cinnamon buns, and a full coffee bar. This week, snag fresh challah on Friday and chocolate babka buns on the weekend.”

From the Providence newsletter, August 23, 2026

“If you’ve got a birthday, backyard hang, or just a craving, Sin makes custom cakes and mini desserts that actually taste like something, with real butter, dark chocolate, and Dutch cocoa. This week, snag vegan, gluten free, or eggless options too... plus yodels and cinnamon rolls worthy of their name.”

From the Providence newsletter, August 26, 2026

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

“LaSalle Bakery keeps it classic with an old-world, no-shortcut approach that shows in everything from fresh breads and cream pastries to breakfast, lunch, and coffee. Need a cake for basically any occasion? Their custom gourmet cakes are built to your theme, taste, and dietary needs, and they nail it.”

From the Providence newsletter, September 18, 2026