The best bakeries & sweet shops in Eau Claire

7 bakeries & sweet shops we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Olson's Ice Cream

Bakeries & Sweets

Olson's Ice Cream has been a family tradition since 1944, and right now they’re scooping homemade hits like Raspberry Cheesecake, Chocolate…

80 S Barstow St

“Olson's Ice Cream has been a family tradition since 1944, and right now they’re scooping homemade hits like Raspberry Cheesecake, Chocolate Monster, and Cotton Candy Confetti, plus homemade popcorn and limited Colectivo Coffee in Eau Claire.”

From the Eau Claire newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Ramone's Ice Cream Parlor

Bakeries & Sweets

Homey eatery for 24 flavors of ice cream, plus cones, pies, malts and milkshakes.

503 Galloway St

“Homey eatery for 24 flavors of ice cream, plus cones, pies, malts and milkshakes.”

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Josef's Cheesecake Cupcakes

Bakeries & Sweets

Bakery featuring cheesecakes, macaroons, cupcakes, and other desserts.

343 E Park Ave (Chippewa Falls)

“Bakery featuring cheesecakes, macaroons, cupcakes, and other desserts.”

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The Nostalgic Bean

Bakeries & Sweets

European patisserie offering breakfast and desserts, including croissants and custom coffee drinks.

1403 Lynn Ave (Altoona)

“European patisserie offering breakfast and desserts, including croissants and custom coffee drinks.”

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Great Harvest Bread Co.

Bakeries & Sweets

Bakery chain specializing in whole-grain breads & muffins made with Montana wheat.

4324 Southtowne Pl

“Bakery chain specializing in whole-grain breads & muffins made with Montana wheat.”

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Dessert First Bakery

Bakeries & Sweets

Bakery specializing in homemade cupcakes offered in 50+ flavors and available by special order.

2425 Seymour Rd

“Bakery specializing in homemade cupcakes offered in 50+ flavors and available by special order.”

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Insomnia Cookies

Bakeries & Sweets

Bakery chain known for warm cookies, ice cream & late-night deliveries.

409 Water St

“Bakery chain known for warm cookies, ice cream & late-night deliveries.”

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