The best bakeries & sweet shops in Alexandria

From curated Signature Mixes and build-your-own bags to gelatin-free, gluten-free, and naturally dyed gummies, Lil Sweet Treat is the D.C.…

3285 M St NW (Washington)

Whether your week calls for a Ted’s Tart, a fancy croissant, or those made-to-order Slidekicks breakfast sliders, Sidekick Bakery delivers…

4238 Wilson Blvd Suite 1130 SK (Arlington)

Whether this week needs a pick‑me‑up pastry or you’ve got a birthday, wedding, baby shower, or quinceañera coming up, Dulce Sabor Bakery &…

4231 Duke Street Service Rd # A

Capital Candy Jar packs the fun-size and the fancy. Think DC Landmark chocolate-covered Oreos, decadent truffles, peanut butter cups,…

201 15th St NE (Washington) · ✓ checked Jul 28

Traditional store selling chocolates, confections & fudge, as well as original recipe ice cream.

663 Water St SW (Washington)

Bright, friendly pastry shop specializing in eclairs and cheesecakes, plus sandwiches.

1737 Wilson Blvd (Arlington)

Chain bakery and cafe serving a wide array of cakes and a menu of French-Asian style pastries.

1100 S Hayes St Ste h40 (Arlington)

Simple shop offering top-shelf artisanal chocolates & confections from all over the world.

1904 18th St NW (Washington)

Bakery known for cupcakes and cakes in a variety of flavors including red velvet, carrot, and sweet potato.

925 17th St NW (Washington)

Artisanal French bakery preparing sourdough loaves and baguettes, plus sandwiches, pastries, and coffee.

1101 King St

Quaint bake shop, 1 of a local chain, with a full range of sweets plus made-to-order cake designs.

2006 18th St NW (Washington)

French methods meet Korean flavors at this cafe offering a variety of cakes, croissants and drinks.

4238 Wilson Blvd Ste 127 (Arlington)

Spacious cafe featuring a selection of sweet and savory baked goods, plus coffee and tea.

4616 Kenmore Ave

Cookies, bread & sweet treats are served with coffee & tea at this airy whitewashed-brick bakery.

3131 M St NW (Washington)

Store offering artisanal Swiss chocolates, including pralines, dark chocolate bark, and mixed-fruit white chocolate.

Union Station, 50 Massachusetts Ave NE (Washington)

Bakery crafting pies, cookies, cupcakes & other goodies, plus vegan choices in snug surrounds.

1025 N Fillmore St G (Arlington)

This light-filled corner space specializes in gourmet cupcakes made on-site daily.

3301 M St NW (Washington)

Sleek boutique offering an international selection of chocolate, plus candy by the pound.

1130 Connecticut Ave NW (Washington)

Artsy neighborhood bakery & coffeehouse supplying espresso drinks, big cupcakes & signature granola.

1052 Thomas Jefferson St NW (Washington)

Bakery options from more substantial food like quiche & sandwiches to creative desserts & coffee.

901 Slaters Ln

This bustling bakery & cafe doles out handmade loaves of bread, breakfast sandwiches & cupcakes.

4010 Campbell Ave (Arlington)

Light-filled bakery creating elaborate cakes for weddings & birthdays, plus European-style pastries.

4500 Cherry Hill Rd (Arlington)

Cozy spot for baguettes, pastries, espresso & French bistro classics with courtyard seating.

1422 Wisconsin Ave NW (Washington)

Relaxed French-Korean cafe for freshly baked cakes, breads, and pastries, plus coffee and bubble tea.

625 H St NW Unit 101 (Washington)

Traditional store selling chocolates, confections & fudge, as well as original recipe ice cream.

212 King St

Retailer offering a huge selection of candy & bottled sodas in innovative flavors.

1721 Centre Plaza

Family-run chocolate shop offering handmade bonbons and other confectionaries, plus gelato.

3211 O St NW (Washington)

Warm, baked-to-order cookies including gluten-free and vegan options in a range of flavors.

6017 Wilson Blvd (Arlington)

Vegan, 1/3-pound cookies made from scratch, plus oat milk teas in a grab-and-go setting.

110 S Payne St

Traditional store selling chocolates, confections & fudge, as well as original recipe ice cream.

1250 Half St SE (Washington)

Homemade ice cream, cookies, and other treats are the offerings at this shop with a quick-visit format.

1014 Madison St

Warm, traditional German bakery & cafe preparing cookies, cakes, pastries & sandwiches since 1975.

2150 N Culpeper St (Arlington)

Traditional store selling chocolates, confections & fudge, as well as original recipe ice cream.

3101 Wilson Blvd (Arlington)