The best bakeries & sweet shops in Seattle

“Artisan bakery & cafe offering breads, pastries, soups & sandwiches made from local ingredients.”

“Neighborhood eatery turning out an assortment of croissants, muffins, cakes and cookies alongside espresso beverages.”

“Creative flavors like salted caramel & honey lavender made of dairy from hormone-free cows.”

“Casual, counter-serve bakery doling out baked goods, chocolates, coffee & unique sandwiches.”

“Quaint counter-service bakery-cafe for French breads, sandwiches, quiches & pastries.”

“Australian bakery with a few tables offering a range of homemade savory pies plus imported sweets.”

“Bright, friendly bake shop specializing in a variety of cookies plus ice cream and gluten-free options.”

“Popular counter-serve bakery features housemade breads, pastries & cafe fare in a comfortable space.”

“Local counter-serve chain featuring small-batch gelato & coffee in a contemporary space.”

“Gelato (and sorbet) shop making fresh flavors (including vegan options) from local ingredients.”

“Ice cream shop serving classic flavors alongside options with savory ingredients, plus vegan versions.”

“Cozy cafe featuring a rotating list of gelato flavors alongside coffee and espresso.”

“Popular spot for creamy ice cream and sorbet, plus waffles, waffle cones and cookies.”

“From flaky croissants to pistachio-packed beauties, Seattle Sweet Bakery channels classic Italian baking with pastries made daily, artisan breads, and fully handmade cakes. Swing by for cardamom knots, a blueberry danish, and a doppio espresso that turns a gray morning into a good one… then bring something home.”

From the Seattle newsletter, August 4, 2026

“Whether your morning needs a legit Italian espresso or your afternoon begs for a flaky croissant and something sweet, Royal Bakehouse delivers with Caffe Mauro shots, pretty latte art, handmade pastries, and hearty sandwiches. Perfect for a quick solo refuel or a treat run with a friend on your next Eastside errand.”

From the Renton newsletter, August 7, 2026

“Sweet Pearl Bakery is the local gem for from-scratch cakes, cupcakes, and dessert party tables, baked in house with local sweet cream butter and rich European chocolate. Pop in for cinnamon rolls, baklava, or a righteous slice of carrot cake, then remember they also craft show-stopping celebration cakes.”

From the Shoreline newsletter, August 6, 2026

“Regent Bakery & Cafe is the Eastside go-to when you crave mango mousse cakes, green tea mousse, and flaky Napoleon alongside savory buns like BBQ pork, curry beef, and green onion sausage. Swing by this week for a sweet-meets-savory pick-me-up that makes errands feel celebratory.”

From the Eastside newsletter, August 3, 2026

“Maeve Chocolate is crafting ethical truffle bars and bonbons with flavors that are never dull like Pike Place Espresso, Rainier Cherry Dark, and San Juan Salted Toffee, plus a Fantastical Fair Foods summer collection for peak nostalgia. Swing by this week, treat your snack stash to something joyful.”

From the Seattle newsletter, August 7, 2026

“Sweet Dahlia Baking, LLC is your Kitsap cheat code for real-deal comfort food. Think Costa Rican pour-over, scratch-made breads, donuts and fritters in the morning, hearty sandwiches, soups, and quiche by lunch, plus a weekly Dinner Club so you can nail weeknights without turning on the oven.”

From the Kitsap County newsletter, August 5, 2026

“Long-running bakery crafting custom cakes & cupcakes in classic flavors, plus decorated cookies.”

“Bakery known for croissants & other French pastries & breads, in a cafe serving sandwiches & salads.”

“A variety of handmade chocolates and candies, as well as fudge and truffles.”

“Candy shop within Westfield Southcenter stocked with a wide variety of confections.”

“Matcha-based lattes and parfaits, plus traditional Japanese sweets in a modern, minimalist space.”

“Bakery & cafe specializing in Hawaii-inspired tropical-flavored cakes sold whole & by the slice.”

“Store with classic & novelty candies & chocolates displayed in old-fashioned glass jars.”

“Bakery offering a variety of cakes and croissants plus pastries, mochi and coffee in a simple shop.”

“Coffee shop specializing in cake slices and cupcakes, plus custom orders.”

“Handcrafted goodies run the gamut from fresh-baked bread to macarons, all made in a French style.”

“Bakery for handcrafted, freshly baked cookies, cakes & pastries, plus lunch & coffee.”

“Bakery with an extensive menu of Eastern European breads, sweet rolls, pastries & cakes.”

“Storefront nook offering fudge & other handmade sweets, ice cream & retro varieties of candies.”

“Bakery for handcrafted, freshly baked cookies, cakes & pastries, plus lunch & coffee.”

“Bakery offering sourdough breads pastries and other baked goods, plus sandwiches and pizza.”

“Relaxed, French-style venue for housemade bread, pastries & sandwiches, plus weekly wine dinners.”

“French bakery outpost with sweet & savory sandwiches, pizza, pastries & breads plus park views.”

“Candies & chocolates are sold by the piece or box at this old-school chain, in business since 1921.”

“Classic Scandinavian breads & pastries with a designer flair highlight this chill neighborhood cafe.”

“Korean bakery chain offering a variety of sweet and savory pastries, plus cakes and macarons.”

“Chain of bulk-candy shops offering sweets of all varieties, plus candy-themed gifts & toys.”

“Candy store featuring sour jellies, chocolate and a Jelly Belly wall, plus bulk and packaged candy.”

“Snug bakery serving breakfast fare & pastries along with sandwiches & signature coconut cream pie.”

“Relaxed bakery & wine bar offering breads, pastries & toasts, plus sandwiches, salads & soups.”

“Candy boutique carrying bulk candies, along with chocolates, gummy bears and sodas.”

“Family-run bakery focusing on cakes and desserts in custom designs.”

“Fresh-baked French pastries & breads plus breakfast items, chocolates & coffee in a cozy cafe space.”

“Cafe & bakery offering croissants & other French pastries, plus sandwiches & salads.”

“Cozy bakery serving pastries such as croissants and muffins, plus sandwiches, and coffee.”

“Custom-designed cakes, cookies, cupcakes, and other special-occasion sweets are offered by this bakery.”

“Unique cupcakes named after New York icons, sodas & floats served in a cheery space with pink walls.”

“Kid-friendly confectionery at Seattle Center with lots of fudge, taffy, cotton candy & other sweets.”

“Chocolates in a variety of flavors alongside hot chocolate, truffles and coffee.”

“Small, sweet shop offering handcrafted truffles and molded chocolates, plus caramels and fudge.”

“Candies & chocolates are sold by the piece or box at this old-school chain, in business since 1921.”