The best bakeries & sweet shops in Richmond

“Christina Miller’s Cameo Cakery And Cafe is the neighborhood spot for layered desserts, handmade fudge, coffee flights, charcuterie, and her wild card hit, Christina’s Savory Cake, a gluten-free bundt that lives between cheesecake and quiche. Pop in this week for a treat that tastes like someone actually cares.”

“For the Love of Chocolate nails the cravings with gourmet truffles, sea salt caramels, and custom gift boxes, plus a whole wall of Jelly Belly and M&Ms. Expect Belgian Leonidas, Macaron Queen macarons, and gummies shaped like turtles or teeth... go this week.”

From the Richmond newsletter, August 4, 2026

“Quaint cafe with shabby-chic decor offering breakfast pastries, fancy cupcakes & wedding cakes.”

“Hip bakeshop in a historic building with pastries, cakes & coffee, plus gluten-free & vegan options.”

“Vibrant dessert specialist featuring a rotating menu of elaborate cakes & pies made from scratch.”

“Small-batch, handcrafted ice cream, sorbet, and desserts dished out in a cheerful space.”

“Local grains are house ground & baked in wood ovens to make bread & pastry in an airy, rustic space.”

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

“Relaxed bakery and cafe doling out desserts, pastries, cookies and cakes for weddings, birthdays and more.”

“Bakery specializing in homemade jumbo-size cupcakes and ice cream.”

“Bakery for pastries, breads, cakes and croissants, plus warm, friendly service.”

“Relaxed, 100%-vegan option for pastries, cakes and treats, along with coffee and ice cream (plus teas and lattes).”