Detroit bakeries bring authenticity to the forefront and provide reliable service for many as they often start their days early and need something to get them going. Taste your way through the city’s best breads, pastries, pies, and other sweet treats/baked goods that make the craving worth it.
Let your fingers get sticky and your senses wander. Branch out from your regular order and try something new. A few of these spots are new while others are still worth mentioning as they make great go-to’s and add-on to your list of other Detroit bakeries to check out. Explore all of the sugary goodness that comes with American desserts & ingredients as well as experience the modern, decadent excellence of traditional pastries from foreign lands. There’s a lot of love that goes into starting a bakery.
Whether you stick around and work awhile in these authentic cozy little cafe atmospheres full of local flavors & aromas, or take a quick bite to go, the pleasure is yours! Treat yourself and make someone else’s day even if it’s not a special day. Several are family-owned, so it makes the time and purchase even more worthwhile.
Detroitisit rounded up a list of Detroit’s best bakeries to give you a little extra warmth & joy as you go about your day. Take time with the menus or take no time at all if you’re a regular! The majority of spots are right here in Detroit. Detroit’s food and drink scene is more charming thanks to local bakeries and coffee shops.
JP MAKES AND BAKES
Detroit’s best bakeries have taken their sweet time to become the best. However, there’s always room for more to emerge and awaken others’ senses. Pastry Chef Jonathan shares his love for food, sweets, and Filipino Heritage. Expect to try breads, pastries, Filipino treats, coffee, and more. This one-of-a-kind bakery opened in New Center last year and it’s Detroit’s only Filipino bakery. Click HERE to view the website for more information.
Location: 6529 Woodward Ave Suite B, Detroit
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GOOD CAKES AND BAKES
Celebrate all things “butter, sugar, and flour”, as you step into the fresh bakery of Good Cakes and Bakes. This completely organic bakery offers a variety of homemade baked goods and creative, delightful sweets. Enjoy their signature cakes, cupcakes, and scones. Choose them for your next summer catering event. They’ve recently updated their menu! Made in-house daily, click HERE to view the website for more information and to check out the rest of their menu.
Location: 19363 Livernois Ave., Detroit
DETROIT SUGAR
Detroit’s best bakeries satisfy the sweet tooth while outdoing the colorfully enticing cheap store-bought treats. This summer, consider going for a more upgraded option for your party treats & favors even if you’re still shopping at the grocery store. Detroit Sugar is a local bakery currently being featured at the Western Market in Ferndale. Each delightful goodie is made from scratch! Get your gourmet cakes in the grab and go section of grocery stores.
Location: Ferndale, MI
SUGAR SKULLS AT LA GLORIA BAKERY DETROIT, PHOTO LA GLORIA BAKERY ON INSTAGRAM
LA GLORIA BAKERY
Detroit’s best bakeries give us glorious specialties on a regular basis. Head over to La Gloria bakery in Southwest Detroit for authentic Mexican baked goods and pastries along with the amazing hand made sugar skulls that are sold year-round. Cheers to churros, Chocolate-covered Cannoli, a variety of Empanadas, and more. This high-ranked, withstanding family-owned bakery is in the business of serving the most delicious baked goodies. Click HERE to view the menu for more details.
Location: 3345 Bagley St., Detroit
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MK CANNELLE
This list of Detroit’s best bakeries should make your mouth water. Enjoy the many locations for MK Cannelle (Cannelle by Matt Knio) in Southeast Michigan. Choose from artisanal pastries and baked goods that are crafted to attract from first sight and bite. Savor the finest flaky golden croissants, decadent tarts, elegant cakes, and more. Host an exclusive event in the heart of Detroit at MK Lounge at Cannelle. You can order cakes and catering. Click HERE to view the website for more information.
Location: Multiple in Southeast Michigan. Cannelle Detroit 45 W Grand River Ave, Detroit
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