The best bakeries & sweet shops in Johnson City

“When you need something better than cereal, Lazy Lady Baking Co. turns out hand laminated croissants, rotating cruffins and galettes, legit sourdough, and cakes, plus gluten-free and vegan bakes. Pair it with a Red Rooster espresso and call it a win for this week.”

From the Johnson City newsletter, September 3, 2026

“Bakery chain known for warm cookies, ice cream & late-night deliveries.”

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

“Croissants and bread baked fresh daily with organic flour, European quality butter, whole milk and no seed oils, The French Honeybee Pâtisserie brings a true taste of France to East Tennessee. Perfect for a flaky morning lift or an afternoon pastry that feels like a little vacation.”

From the Tri Cities newsletter, September 17, 2026

“From crispy chocolate barks to buttery shortbread, toffee and pillowy marshmallows, Cocoa Bean & Butter Chocolate Co. keeps it handmade and family-run, three generations deep.”

From the Johnson City newsletter, August 27, 2026

“Chain bakery offering both full-size and single-serving pies in a variety of creative flavors.”

“Craving a little throwback? The Lollipop Shop stocks a rainbow of old-fashioned sweets and even a selection of vintage video games, so you can sugar up, then dust off those reflexes. A cheerful, low-stakes pick-me-up when you need nostalgia with your candy fix.”

From the Johnson City newsletter, September 5, 2026

“Clean discount retailer offering discounted merchandise ranging from home and craft goods to toys.”

“Auntie Ruth's Doughnuts & Pretzels keeps Tri-Cities mornings interesting with fresh-made doughnuts, warm pretzels, and legit coffee. Flavors rotate often, think blackberry cream cheese, lemon filled, salted caramel truffle, plus classics like cinnamon sugar and vanilla glazed.”

From the Johnson City newsletter, September 9, 2026

“Stella Sourdough bakes daily with simple ingredients and time-honored methods, turning out San Francisco-style loaves, jalapeño cheddar, 3 cheese garlic, and bourbon cinnamon raisin, plus new organic batards and giant sandwich bread. This week, treat yourself to the gooey cinnamon roll with buttery cream cheese icing.”

From the Johnson City newsletter, September 22, 2026