The best bakeries & sweet shops in Skagit County

Counter-serve bakery/cafe chain serving sandwiches, salads & more, known for its bread & free WiFi.

Longtime supermarket chain carrying brand-name & house-label groceries, plus a deli, bakery & more.

Lake Erie Coffee & Mercantile keeps it simple and good with premium coffee, creamy scoops, and fresh locally baked pastries, plus camp groceries, wine and beer. Handy by Lake Erie and the campground, it’s the perfect stop after a Mount Erie climb or a mellow paddle.

From the Anacortes newsletter, October 29, 2026

Donut House keeps Anacortes happily sugared with soft, fluffy rings and a cult-favorite apple fritter that basically has its own fan club. Nightly baking means the case stays fresh, and there’s solid drip coffee, twists, bear claws, and cinnamon rolls when your sweet tooth escalates.

From the Anacortes newsletter, October 23, 2026

Lopez Island Creamery makes handmade ice cream from scratch, one batch at a time, and it shows in their pints and seriously good ice cream sandwiches. When a craving hits in Anacortes, this local favorite delivers flavors that are field tested and approved, big enough to share... if you can resist keeping it all.

From the Anacortes newsletter, October 15, 2026

Need a little pick-me-up that isn’t another sad desk snack? Indulge Bakery is your local cheat code for joy with gooey cinnamon rolls, tender scones, fruit-packed smoothies, and toasty panini with good coffee to match, perfect for a pre-errand bite or post-commute reward.

From the Mt. Vernon newsletter, October 13, 2026

True North Bakery is cranking out buttery croissants, rich pies, cozy soups, and legit lunch sandwiches at their new Skagit Airport spot. Sticking closer to downtown this week, Mount Vernon folks can snag their pastries at Ristretto Coffee... your afternoon just upgraded.

From the Mt. Vernon newsletter, October 31, 2026

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