The best bakeries & sweet shops in Arlington County

Whether your week calls for a Ted’s Tart, a fancy croissant, or those made-to-order Slidekicks breakfast sliders, Sidekick Bakery delivers sweet, savory, and everything in-between. Pair it with a Cinnamon Toast Crunch Latte or go coffee Sidekick Style, then pretend you only stopped in for one cookie.

From the Arlington newsletter, September 21, 2026

Eclairons is the neighborhood café locals claim as their dessert backup plan, with textbook eclairs, creamy cheesecakes, and a lineup of French and Lebanese pastries. Pair an Illy cappuccino with a pistachio anything, or grab a sandwich for lunch and accidentally bring home dessert.

From the Arlington newsletter, October 19, 2026

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

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

Whether you’re chasing a perfect pie slice, a soft cookie, a celebration-ready cupcake, a cake, or a solid vegan option, Bakeshop nails the classics without fuss and keeps it friendly. It’s the kind of cozy, down-the-street bakery that turns quick errands into happy detours.

From the Arlington newsletter, September 14, 2026

When you need something flaky, toasty, or downright juicy, Best Buns Bakery & Burgers has you covered with from-scratch pastries, all-day breakfast, stacked specialty sandwiches, and the burgers locals brag about.

From the Arlington newsletter, October 5, 2026

Pastries By Randolph nails signature and specialty cakes that actually wow, plus French and Italian pastries, petit fours, flourless goodies and breakfast breads for when coffee needs a costar. Grab a box this week, Arlington, and make your kitchen counter the happiest spot in the house.

From the Arlington newsletter, September 28, 2026

When the ube craving hits, Gwenie's Pastries comes through with Filipino classics and playful fusion bakes made with premium ingredients, plus ube and pandan lattes that actually taste like something. Family-owned for 20 years, they also cater everything from office spreads to full-on celebrations across the DMV.

From the Arlington newsletter, October 12, 2026

Moltn Cookies - Baked To Order Cookies starts baking the minute you order, so what lands at your door is warm, gooey and never pre-made. Think classic chocolate chip plus indulgent spins, with gluten-free and vegan options, and consider Arlington evenings officially sweeter.

From the Arlington newsletter, October 11, 2026

Whether you’re after flaky strudel, a legit Black Forest cake, or a build-your-own sandwich with deli wursts, Heidelberg Pastry Shoppe nails the German classics it’s been baking since 1975. Great for birthdays, office trays, or when a giant pretzel basically calls your name.

From the Arlington newsletter, October 26, 2026

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