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A Road Trip to the Best Bakeries in Florida

Last Updated on April 4, 2024

Are you looking for the best bakeries in Florida? These are some of the most delicious ones we’ve found throughout the Sunshine State.

Yoder's pies and pie merchandise for sale in Sarasota.

There are many great bakeries located throughout the Sunshine State.

These amazing spots bake a variety of sweet treats and delicious pastries, from custom cakes and fresh bread to key lime pie and so much more.

Baked goods.

We have gathered our favorite bakeries in Florida for a fun road trip with the best places in every region.

Next time you are ready to indulge your sweet tooth, make sure to check out some of these incredible options.

Northwest Florida

Andy’s Flour Power Cafe and Bakery – Panama City Beach, FL

Bakery exterior of Andy's Flour Power.

Andy’s Flour Power Cafe & Bakery starts the day before the sun is up to create incredible baked goods.

This is a great place to visit in Panama City Beach. It also serves breakfast and lunch options.

Bakery items in a case.

For bakery items, Andy’s offers a different assortment every day.

You can always expect to find some tasty fresh baked muffins, pastries, Danish, cookies, cakes, and more.

Andys Flour Power Cafe and Bakery key lime pie.
Source: Andy’s Flour Power Cafe and Bakery

The key lime pie is a local favorite. It’s made from scratch using only four ingredients.

TIPS:

  • Andy’s Flour Power Cafe & Bakery is open daily from 7:00 am to 2:00 pm.
  • Monday through Friday, breakfast is served all day, and lunch is served starting at 11:00 am.
  • On weekends, Andy’s offers brunch and live jazz.

For more information, visit the official Andy’s Flour Power Cafe & Bakery website.

Andy’s Flour Power Cafe & Bakery Address: 2629 Thomas Dr., Panama City Beach, FL 32408

Additional Bakeries in Northwest Florida

Sunrise Cafe and Bakery

Fried glazed croissants from Sunrise Cafe and Bakery
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This family-owned spot is known for its unbelievable fried, glazed croissants and unforgettable cakes.

Sunrise Cafe and Bakery Address: 10616 Front Beach Rd, Panama City Beach, FL 32407

Apalachicola Chocolate and Coffee Company

Apalachicola Chocolate and Coffee Company

This Northwest Florida spot has amazing pastries, coconut cream pie, coffee, and chocolate!

It’s located in Apalachicola, which is a fun place to walk around with a sweet treat and a cup of java.

Apalachicola Chocolate and Coffee Company Address: 75 Market St, Apalachicola, FL 32320

Chrisoula’s Cheesecake Shoppe

Chrisoula's Cheesecake Shoppe.
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This award-winning spot bakes handcrafted cheesecakes in a variety of different flavors.

The dark chocolate stole our hearts.

Chrisoula’s Cheesecake Shoppe Address:  236 W Garden St., # 2a, Pensacola, FL 32502

Milton Quality Bakery

Milton Bakery fudge fancy cookies
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This bakery has been serving classic baked goods for over 60 years. The fudge fancy cookies are to die for.

Milton Bakery Address: 6727 Caroline St, Milton, FL 32570

North Central Florida

Tasty Pastry Bakery – Tallahassee, FL

Tasty Pastry Bakery exterior.
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Tasty Pastry Bakery is the best bakery in Tallahassee, Florida – and the oldest.

The original location opened in 1963. Tasty Pastry has been at its current location since 1987.

Baker handing over baked goods.
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The Cross family owns and operates this popular spot. The bakery sells wonderful cakes, cupcakes, pies, cheesecakes, bagels, pastries, and bread.

Cupcakes from Tasty Pastry Bakery.
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You can’t go wrong with any of the fantastic options here, which truly have been perfected over the decades.

We’re a bit partial to the bakery’s cupcake selection. This includes amazing choices like German Chocolate, Rocky Road, and Cookies ‘n Cream.

Tasty Pastry Bakery is open Monday through Saturday from 6:45 am to 6:00 pm.

For more information, visit the official Tasty Pastry Bakery website.

Tasty Pastry Bakery Address: 1355 Market St., #A-5, Tallahassee, FL 32312

Check out 8 Authentic Things to Do in Tallahassee, the “Other Florida”

Additional Bakeries in North Central Florida

The Bakery Mill

Baked good at The Bakery Mill.
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This is a very popular Gainesville bakery known for its large muffin selection.

Pumpkins Crub and Chocolate Chip are our go-to selections, but you can’t go wrong with any of them.

The Bakery Mill Address: 1143 NW 76th Blvd, Gainesville, FL 32606

Flaco’s Cuban Bakery

bakery case
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It’s a cool spot with an incredible selection of Cuban pastries, sandwiches, tacos, and more.

Besides traditional meat pastries, the Vegan Samosa is popular even with meat-eaters.

Flaco’s Cuban Bakery Address: 200 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601

Northeast Florida

Community Loaves – Jacksonville, FL 

Bakery exterior of Community Loaves.
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Head over to Murray Hill in Jacksonville to check out Community Loaves.

This popular bakery is locally owned and works with local and seasonal ingredients.

Baked goods at Community Loaves.
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The shops’ handcrafted baked goods include cakes, croissants, and a variety of fresh bread loaves.

Baked goods at Community Loaves.
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Given the name, it’s not a surprise that the bread is a showstopper here.

Different options are baked daily.

TIPS:

  • Community Loaves is open Tuesday through Friday from 7:00 am to 2:00 pm and Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm.
  • You can also find Community Loaves’ baked goods at Bold Bean Coffee Roasters (Riverside and Jacksonville Beach locations.)
  • This spot also has a small breakfast and lunch menu that changes seasonally.

For more information, visit the official Community Loaves website.

Community Loaves Address: 1116 Edgewood Ave South, Jacksonville, FL 32205

Check out the Top 5 Things to Do in Downtown Jacksonville.

Additional Bakeries in Northeast Florida

The Kookaburra Coffee

Pies and coffee at The Kookaburra.
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This local Aussie-American espresso bar and pie shop has several locations in the St. Augustine area.

The Kookaburra Coffee's Honey Badger latte in St. Augustine

The Honey Badger is a Latte with Honey, Cinnamon, and Vanilla. It’s delicious!

The Kookaburra Coffee Locations:
– 647 A1A Beach Blvd, St. Augustine, FL 32080
– 24 Cathedral Pl, St. Augustine, FL 32084
– 4265 A1A S A, St. Augustine, FL 32080

Luli’s Cupcakes and Bakery

Cupcakes with flowers on the top.
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This is a bakery with fun, beautifully designed cupcakes, and special occasion cakes.

They offer a variety of flavors, such as vanilla, chocolate, red velvet, and strawberry, each topped with creamy frosting and sprinkles.

Luli’s Cupcakes & Bakery Address: 82 San Marco Ave, St. Augustine, FL 32084

Sweet Theory Baking Co.

bakery case

This is a small, but mighty bakery in the Riverside area serving biscuits, cinnamon rolls, and more.

Their brownies and pies are very popular. One bite and you’ll easily see why.

Other favorites include their breakfast pastries and treats like biscotti and muffins.

Sweet Theory Baking Co. Address: 1243 King St, Jacksonville, FL 32204

Central West Florida

La Segunda Central Bakery – Ybor City, Tampa, FL

Bakery exterior of La Segunda Bakery.
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La Segunda Bakery is a historic bakery located in the Ybor City neighborhood of Tampa.

The family business has been open for four generations, serving delicious Cuban-inspired food.

Interior bakery at La Segunda Bakery.
Source: La Segunda Bakery

The local favorite has been creating authentic baked goods since the early 1900s. It’s the perfect place to visit for fresh Cuban bread or a delicious Cuban sandwich.

We love La Segunda’s selection of pastries, like guava turnovers and pound cake.

Sandwich and dessert at La Segunda Bakery.
Source: La Segunda Bakery

We are always mesmerized by La Segunda’s selection of pastries, especially their guava turnovers and pound cake.

La Segunda Cafe con Leche and Breakfast sandwich

The bakery also has amazing coffee. Don’t leave without ordering a cafe con leche.

TIPS:

  • La Segunda Bakery is open daily from 6:30 am to 3:00 pm.
  • There are two other locations in addition to Ybor City: one in Kennedy, and one in St. Petersburg.

For more information, visit the official La Segunda Bakery website.

La Segunda Bakery Address: 2512 N 15th St., Ybor City, FL 33605

Check out 10 Top Things to Do in Tampa, Florida and Historic La Segunda Bakery Opens Third Location.

Additional Bakeries in Central West Florida

Cafe de Paris Bakery

Pastries at Cafe de Paris Bakery.
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This family-owned French bakery has tasty croissants, cookies and crepes.

The bakery’s signature items also include their macarons, éclairs, tarts, and pain au chocolat.

Grab some treats before you hit the beach.

Cafe de Paris Bakery Address: 2300 Gulf Blvd, Indian Rocks Beach, FL 33785

Florida Bakery

Bakery Display Case with a variety of desserts.
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This Latin bakery has been open for over 40 years. It specializes in beautifully decorated cakes.

The bakery is also known for its freshly baked Cuban pastries such as guava and cheese strudels, croquetas de jamón, and other traditional Cuban desserts.

Florida Bakery Address: 3320 W Columbus Dr, Tampa, FL 33607

Central Florida

Buttermilk Bakery – Winter Park, FL

Bakery exterior at Buttermilk Bakery.

Buttermilk Bakery is one of our favorite bakeries in Central Florida.

Located in Winter Park, the small-batch bakery makes an assortment of sweet and savory pastries.

Cookie at Buttermilk Bakery.
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Enjoy favorites like the Salty Malty Cookie, a chewy, crispy, chocolatey treat (and a contender for best cookie).

Or try a decadent Chocolate Orange Tea Cake, a small cake with a lovely combination of dark chocolate and orange zest.

Tea cake at Buttermilk Bakery.
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You will find a variety of baked goods with every visit. Each day, the bakery menu goes live at 8 am on their website.

TIPS:

  • Buttermilk Bakery is open Wednesday through Friday from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm and Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm.
  • The small bakery does not have seating inside, but there are tables outside where you can enjoy your baked goods.
  • Online ordering is available for same-day pick-up. Make sure you get on their website at 8 am.

For more information, visit the official Buttermilk Bakery website.

Buttermilk Bakery Address: 1198 N Orange Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789

Check out Top Things to Do in Winter Park, FL in 2023

Additional Bakeries in Central Florida

Yalaha Bakery

Pretzel loaf Yalaha Bakery.
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Yalaha Bakery is a German bakery and delicatessen known for its pretzel rolls and loaves.

Yahala Bakery building in Yahala, Florida

It’s a family-owned operated business that has been serving up fresh baked goods since the 1970s.

Their menu offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner., including authentic German dishes like schnitzel.

Yalaha Bakery Address: 8210 FL-48, Yalaha, FL 34797

Se7en Bites

Se7en Bites.
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A Milk District favorite that bakes scones, muffins, cakes, pies, and more. If they have the chicken pot pie available, it’s our personal favorite.

They’ve even been featured on the Food Network.

Se7en Bites Address: 617 N Primrose Dr, Orlando, FL 32803

Gideon’s Bakehouse

Cookies in a Gideon's Bakehouse box.
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This popular bakery serves nearly half-pound cookies that are mind-blowingly delicious.

They have two locations. One in Disney Springs (which always has a line) and the other in Audubon Park (East End Market in Orlando).

Gideon’s Bakehouse Locations:
– 1600 Buena Vista Dr, Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
–  3201 Corrine Dr, Orlando, FL 32803

Sun Pearl Bakery

Baked goods on a counter at Sun Pearl Bakery.
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This is a family-owned Taiwanese bakery that serves sweet and savory pastries, as well as various boba teas.

Sun Pearl Bakery Address: 5082 W Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32808

Central East Florida

Mon Délice French Bakery – New Smyrna Beach, FL

Bakery exterior of Mon De'lice French Bakery.

Mon Délice French Bakery offers its New Smyrna Beach visitors a menu of authentic French treats.

This bakery has been in the area since 1976, although it had to move to a larger location.

Baker with tray of baked goods.
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Serge Sorese has been running the bakery since 1992, applying his French culinary experiences to each tasty creation.

Choose from fresh breads, cookies, and pastries like eclairs. The bakery’s pecan bars are a particularly decadent treat!

Bakery case at Mon Délice French Bakery.

We can’t go to New Smyrna Beach without picking up a couple of their amazing sub sandwiches to go.

Mon Délice French Bakery is open daily from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm.  

For more information, visit the official Mon Délice French Bakery website.

Mon Délice French Bakery Address: 557 E 3rd Ave, New Smyrna Beach, FL 32169

Check out 14 Top Things to Do in New Smyrna Beach in 2023 and Best Places to Eat in New Smyrna Beach in 2023.

Additional Bakeries in Central East Florida

Something Sweet Cake Studio

Baked goods at Something Sweet Cake Studio.
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This is a local favorite that creates a variety of decadent cakes and cupcakes. Everything we’ve tried has been delicious.

Something Sweet Cake Studio Address: 3740 Curtis Blvd, Cocoa, FL 32927

Jacqueline’s Bakery

bakery display
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This French bakery and café serves a variety of incredible pastries, cakes, ice cream, and more.

Jacqueline’s Bakery Addresses:
906 E New Haven Ave, Melbourne, FL 32901
6977 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL 32940

Southwest Florida

Yoder’s Amish Village – Sarasota, FL

market exterior

Yoder’s Amish Village began as a restaurant on Main Street in Sarasota back in 1975.

It relocated to its current spot in 1984, winning awards for its delicious Amish cooking and baking.

Baker making pies at Yoder's Amish Village.
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The family-run spot has since added a gift shop, produce market, and deli, becoming the village it is known as today.

At the New Market, you will find fresh-baked treats like cookies, whoopie pies, and mini-cream pies.

Step over to the restaurant for one of Yoder’s delicious pies, which are baked from scratch daily.

Baked goods at Yoder's Amish village.
Source: Yoder’s Amish Village

Choose from cream pies like banana cream, coconut cream, and Florida key lime. Or baked pies like Dutch apple crumb, Southern pecan, and baked peach.

Pies at Yoders in Sarasota.

We highly recommend the hummingbird pie.

TIPS:

  • Yoder’s Amish Village Restaurant is open Monday through Saturday from 7:00 am to 8:00 pm.
  • The New Market is open Monday through Saturday from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm.
  • Online ordering and carry-out are available for the restaurant.

For more information, visit the official Yoder’s Amish Village website.

Yoder’s Amish Village Address: 3434 Bahia Vista St., Sarasota, FL 34239

Check out the Top 10 Awesome Things To Do in Sarasota

Additional Bakeries in Southwest Florida

Mon “Key” Buntz – Monkey Bread Factory

Mon “Key” Buntz - Monkey Bread Factory.
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This dessert shop is known for its cinnamon roll-sticky bun treats with a Florida Keys twist.

Mon “Key” Buntz – Monkey Bread Factory Address: 1200 5th Ave S, Naples, FL 34102

Floribbean Flo’s

key lime pie
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This tropical bakery is known for its key lime pie.

  • Floribbean Flo’s Address: 7642 S Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34231

Southeast Florida

Kermit’s Key West Key Lime Shoppe – Key West, FL

Trolley and bakery exterior Key West Key Lime Shoppe.
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Kermit’s Key West Key Lime Shoppe is a South Florida favorite. The shop was opened over 29 years ago, opened by Kermit Carpenter and his sister, Anita.

Baker at Kermit's Key West Key Lime Shoppe.
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The shoppes’s concept was to create high-quality keylime products. Over the years, this spot has risen in popularity, selling everything from seasonings to sauces to oils to jams and more – all key lime-inspired.

Key lime products at Kermit's Key West Lime Shoppe.
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Head over to the Kermit’s Café on Elizabeth Street to experience its famous key lime pie and key lime pie on a stick. The café also serves breakfast and lunch.

TIPS:

  • Kermit’s Café Shoppe is open daily from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm. The retail store is open daily from 10 am to 9:30 pm.
  • There is another retail store located on Duval Street in Key West.
  • Kermit’s has an outlet store in DeLand that sells all its products.

For more information, visit the official Kermit’s Key West Key Lime Shoppe website.

Kermit’s Café Address: 200 Elizabeth St., #A, Key West, FL 33040

Check out The 14 Best Key Lime Pies in the Florida Keys

Additional Bakeries in Southeast Florida

Fireman Derek’s Bake Shop

Derek standing by dessert case at Fireman Derk's Bake Shop.
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A South Florida pie shop founded by a former Miami firefighter.

  • Fireman Derek’s Bake Shop Locations:
    – 2545 N Miami Ave Bay 1, Miami, FL 33127
    – 3435 Main Hwy, Miami, FL 33133

Pinecrest Bakery

Pinecrest Bakery Tres Leches on a plate.
Source: Pinecrest Bakery

A Cuban-American bakery chain with locations all over Southeast Florida.

  • Pinecrest Bakery Locations:
    – 10780 W Flagler St, Miami, FL 33174
    – 18751 S Dixie Hwy, Cutler Bay, FL 3315
    – 12101 S Dixie Hwy, Pinecrest, FL 33156

El Brazo Fuerte Bakery

guava pastries
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A Cuban and French bakery located in Miami.

  • El Brazo Fuerte Bakery Address: 1697 SW 32nd Ave, Miami, FL 33145

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2 thoughts on “A Road Trip to the Best Bakeries in Florida”

  1. Hi! Please check out Donut King in Minneola on US 27 north of Hwy 50. I’m not affiliated with Donut King in any way except that I love them!

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