The best bakeries & sweet shops in Platteville

“Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy.”

“Long-running chain serving signature breakfast items & a variety of coffee drinks.”

“Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy.”

“Ice Cream Social is that charming Madison spot doing homemade scoops you actually crave, plus ice cream flights for the indecisive among us. Vegan and gluten-free options mean everyone can get in on it, which makes this a solid post-dinner, post-practice, or honestly post-anything move.”

From the Madison newsletter, September 16, 2026

“Madison-made since 1962, Chocolate Shoppe Ice Cream Co. churns super-premium, award-winning flavors with real Wisconsin dairy and all-natural sugars, which explains why a single scoop turns into a full-on moment of zen.”

From the Madison newsletter, August 5, 2026

“Madison Chocolate Company is the neighborhood spot for house-made chocolates, gluten-free cookies that actually taste like dessert, flaky croissants, and espresso drinks. Swing by this week for a mid-afternoon morale boost or a little treat-yourself moment that makes Monday feel like Friday.”

From the Madison newsletter, August 7, 2026

“Frosted N’ Filled Bakery is the small-batch spot for gourmet cupcakes, fresh cheesecake slices, cookies and bars made from scratch daily, plus an in-house plant-based coffee shop, Doc’s Brew, with scratch-made syrups and treats. Swing by this week for a pick-me-up that makes errands feel celebratory.”

From the Dubuque newsletter, September 8, 2026

“Whether your morning needs a classic ring or something glazed and glorious, Greenbush Bakery is the local kosher staple rolling out doughnuts across two locations. They even snagged Madison Magazine’s 2022 Best of Madison Gold in Bakery - Sweets, which your sweet tooth will confirm.”

From the Madison newsletter, August 18, 2026

“Bloom Bake Shop keeps Sun Prairie sweet with scratch-made cupcakes, sweet potato doughnuts, and flaky cruffins plus biscuit sandwiches that actually count as lunch. The menu rotates with vegan and gluten-free options, so swing by this week when you need a little mood boost.”

From the Madison newsletter, August 15, 2026

“La Baguette is a cozy, locally loved bakery/cafe where crackly loaves, delicate crêpes, and buttery pastries share the spotlight. With locally sourced ingredients and breads baked daily, their simple lunch menu is an easy upgrade when you want something better than another desk sandwich.”

From the Madison newsletter, September 10, 2026

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

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

“Two Sisters Bakery and Cafe turns weddings, graduations, and birthdays into actual dessert moments with custom tiered cakes that look polished and taste like the real deal. Their gallery shows skill, their prices stay friendly, and ordering local means one less party headache.”

From the Madison newsletter, September 2, 2026

“Need a sweet pick-me-up, swap your usual coffee stop for Madison Chocolate Company. Celiac-friendly pastries that don’t taste like compromises, handcrafted truffles, Good Food Award winning caramels, a bar-studded chocolate library, plus excellent coffee and thick drinking chocolate to power you through the week.”

From the Madison newsletter, August 10, 2026

“Becky's Cakes has been baking Dubuque's celebration centerpieces since 1985, from elegant wedding tiers to all occasion creations that somehow disappear faster than you planned. Custom flavors and fillings, careful craftsmanship, and designs for any occasion...”

From the Dubuque newsletter, August 25, 2026

“Old-fashioned, family-owned store serving up more than 100 flavors of ice cream since 1962.”

“Franchise bakery specializing in handcrafted bundt cakes, plus curated gifts & party supplies.”