The best bakeries & sweet shops in La Crosse

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

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Ranison Ice Cream & Candy

Bakeries & Sweets

Whether you’re craving the award-winning strawberry + grapenut, a scoop of Blue Moon, or a cappuccino pick-me-up, Ranison Ice Cream & Candy…

706 16th St S

“Whether you’re craving the award-winning strawberry + grapenut, a scoop of Blue Moon, or a cappuccino pick-me-up, Ranison Ice Cream & Candy serves creamy, homemade goodness alongside malts, hand-dipped chocolates, and vintage candies. A cozy neighborhood staple with generous portions and friendly vibes.”

From the La Crosse newsletter, September 5, 2026

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Meringue Bakery & Cafe

Bakeries & Sweets

Ready to level up a birthday, wedding, or shower this week? Meringue Bakery & Cafe turns dessert into art with gorgeous, flavor-packed…

313 Main St

“Ready to level up a birthday, wedding, or shower this week? Meringue Bakery & Cafe turns dessert into art with gorgeous, flavor-packed cakes and cupcakes, plus friendly guidance on design so your idea actually becomes edible reality.”

From the La Crosse newsletter, August 27, 2026

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Opus Bakehouse

Bakeries & Sweets

Opus Bakehouse turns organic, locally grown ingredients from the Driftless, from flour to butter to maple syrup, into naturally leavened…

1513 Market St

“Opus Bakehouse turns organic, locally grown ingredients from the Driftless, from flour to butter to maple syrup, into naturally leavened sourdough breads and pastries that taste like someone read your carb dreams. The lineup shifts with the seasons each week, so pop in and find something new to pair with your coffee.”

From the La Crosse newsletter, September 11, 2026

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The Pearl Ice Cream Parlor

Bakeries & Sweets

Whether your week needs a pick-me-up or a proper cone, The Pearl Ice Cream Parlor scoops homemade ice cream in fresh waffle cones, small…

207 Pearl St

“Whether your week needs a pick-me-up or a proper cone, The Pearl Ice Cream Parlor scoops homemade ice cream in fresh waffle cones, small batch with Wisconsin dairy, plus homemade chocolates and fudge in an authentic 1940s soda fountain vibe. A classic for when sweet wins.”

From the La Crosse newsletter, September 17, 2026

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