The best bakeries & sweet shops in North Myrtle Beach

Sugar Life Ice Cream & Candy is a sweet spot for ice cream fans and anyone who likes their candy selection delightfully over-the-top, from giant gummies and salt water taffy to freeze-dried treats and fun drinks. There are also toys, plushies, and collectibles, so you might leave with dessert and a surprise squishy.

From the North Myrtle Beach newsletter, November 1, 2026

Whether dairy’s a no-go or nuts are a never, No No Nuts Ice Cream churns coconut milk into legit-creamy flavors with no nuts, no dairy, no gluten, and no dyes. Think Caramel Chocolate Twinkie, Key Lime Pie, even Hushpuppy, plus a DIY party bar and delivery when the couch wins.

From the North Myrtle Beach newsletter, October 20, 2026

Mainstreet Bakery and Eatery is that rare two-in-one spot where morning smells like warm artisan bread and afternoon tastes like street tacos and burritos from Dos Amigos Tacos. Family-owned, they also nail custom cakes and event catering, which is clutch for birthdays, office shindigs, and last minute wins.

From the North Myrtle Beach newsletter, October 13, 2026

The Crafty Cow makes super-premium ice cream fresh every day in small batches, then hand-swirls in the good stuff like fruit, nuts, cookies or candy. It tastes like someone in the back actually cares because they do, which makes repeat visits dangerously easy.

From the North Myrtle Beach newsletter, October 18, 2026

Locals know The Crazy Mason Milkshake Bar North Myrtle Beach for its over-the-top Crazy Mason shakes, warm Sugar Pearl waffle sundaes, and Crazy Bombs, ice cream between two homemade cookies rolled in toppings.

From the North Myrtle Beach newsletter, October 6, 2026

Mean Mugs Milkshake Bar slings over-the-top shakes with a playful lineup like The Cookie Monster, The Optimist, and The Silly Monkey, each with its own vibe. Friendly folks, Mugsy the misunderstood pug mascot, and the #MMMMUGSHOTS tradition make it a fun, low-stakes treat when weeknights need cheering up.

From the North Myrtle Beach newsletter, September 29, 2026

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

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

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

Candy shop known for homemade pralines, plus treats like bear claws, glazed pecans & ice cream.

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

Longtime chain serving a variety of donut flavors & shapes, plus coffee & frozen drinks.

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

Small, informal dessert shop featuring ice cream & waffle cones, plus smoothies & sundaes.

Supermarket chain with a wide selection of groceries, plus deli & bakery departments.

Cake donuts are the specialty at this casual shop also serving coffee, ice cream, and drinks.

Cozy donut shop also serving gelato, coffee, and milkshakes.

Sugar Kingdom is a full-on candy emporium with the wildest, tastiest selection around, plus their own brands that lean big, bold and fun. Pop in this week for a mood lift, stock the snack stash, then brag to your friends about your new favorites.

From the Myrtle Beach newsletter, August 5, 2026

Need a cake that actually matches your idea and tastes even better for that birthday, team banquet, or porch hang? Grand Strand Cake Designs turns your vibe into edible art with formal baking chops, 15 years of experience, fully customizable flavors and designs, plus cupcakes for the crew this week.

From the Myrtle Beach newsletter, October 21, 2026

Since 1988, Priceless Desserts has been the quiet MVP of the Grand Strand, baking Southern Pound Cakes and Carolina Cheesecakes in flavors like lemon, turtle, and pecan caramel that taste like home. When you need a birthday, wedding, or just-because showstopper, their specialty cakes deliver.

From the Myrtle Beach newsletter, August 12, 2026

For a reliable local fix of buttery pastries, freshly roasted coffee, and breakfast, brunch, or lunch that actually fills you up, Croissants Bistro & Bakery delivers. A Myrtle Beach staple for over 30 years, they also pull off gorgeous wedding and special-event cakes, plus catering when you want to impress.

From the Myrtle Beach newsletter, October 7, 2026

Chain ice cream shop offering creative sandwiches made with custom-baked cookies.

Rollover Bakery bakes in small batches from scratch, with local favorites like cinnamon rolls, pecan pralines, pumpkin rolls, and cakes. There are also breakfast options and savory picks, so it’s a handy North Myrtle Beach stop whether you’re craving a treat or trying to make breakfast feel less like a chore.

From the North Myrtle Beach newsletter, October 27, 2026

Whether the birthday calendar is out of control or you just want a Tuesday pick-me-up, Coccadotts Cake Shop-Myrtle Beach turns out custom cakes that look legit and taste even better, plus a rotating lineup of gourmet cupcakes. Think Red Velvet, Cannoli, Cookie Monster, and even vegan and gluten-free options.

From the Myrtle Beach newsletter, October 14, 2026

Sweet Girlz Bakery & Cafe turns out creative omelets and breakfast sandwiches, then flips to stacked burgers, deli-style sandwiches and pierogis, plus cupcakes (gluten-free and vegan available) and custom cakes for any celebration. A dependable neighborhood stop when you need breakfast now and a party dessert later.

From the North Myrtle Beach newsletter, September 23, 2026

I Scream Candy brings the fun with handcrafted rolled ice cream, premium soft serve, and signature milkshakes, plus bulk candy, nostalgic and international sweets, and premium chocolates. Swing by when the craving hits... it’s the kind of spot locals keep in their back pocket for a reliable sugar reset.

From the Myrtle Beach newsletter, October 28, 2026

Sugar Kingdom turns candy shopping into a colorful little adventure, with classic favorites and new treats for candy lovers of all ages. It’s a fun North Myrtle Beach stop for picking up a snack, sharing a few discoveries, or letting the whole family debate what makes it into the candy stash.