50 Best Bakeries in New Orleans

“Parkway will ALWAYS be a favorite for me and my family. We absolutely love their poboy’s. This place is #1 in our opinion ❤️“

“We thoroughly enjoyed all the trays we got at Ayu Bakehouse on our recent trip to New Orleans! The staff is very friendly, and it’s clear they love the place and the products they produce! Of all the items we tried I would have to say that the one that was hardest for me to share with my family was the muffuletta sticks!“

“The best bakery I’ve tried in NOLA! The items were superbly made with inventive flavors.

Ordered: Brisket bear claw with pickled onions, pralines pan au suisse, coconut and pecan croissant, peach blondie.

Everything was crunchy, fresh, and not too sweet.

Go visit and order everything. I went on a Thursday morning and there was no wait.“

“We ate there while on vacation and their coffee and their twist on french toast was the best I’ve had. The service was top notch and the cafe was very clean :) Highly recommend stopping in.“

“I came to love Nolita after someone recommended their King Cake at the King Cake Hub right after Covid and I never looked back. By far the tastiest confection I’ve ever had. That brown butter satsuma glaze is to die for. Perfection to say the least. Everything I’ve eaten from the display case has been so delicious.“

“Amazing food! Hip vibe! Avacado toast was the best!!“

“Oh my gosh I bought a box as a souvenir to share with the family. All the pralines I have ever had have been too sugary and hard. Miss Loretta’s Pralines are better than chocolate and her Praline Stuffed beignets are better than the “other very popular place!” I also love the Jesus signs!! I wish I would have bought more!“

“Lovely bakery just off Magazine street with a huge production kitchen next door.

I was not super impressed by the food - the morning bun was overly sweet. The peach bun did not have enough peach flavor. The dolce & banana was all sugar with very little banana flavor. The brown butter cookie was alright. The mustard and onion savory croissant had great flavors. Every item, however, was missing the freshly made crunch I was expecting from puff pastry on the edges - I’m not sure why.

There was a steady short line inside when I visited on a Saturday morning. Easy to find seats.“

“The most delicious empanadas!!! The Asian Dumpling was our favorite. 100% highly recommend!!“

“Quick n easy line for king cake. Good bao also. Will be back to try the bahn mi“

“Okay, so I wanted a late-night sweet snack! I hopped online around 10:12 PM and ordered some cookies from NOLA Cookie Co. They said my order would be ready around 10:57 PM.

I pulled up, texted them that I was outside, and my cookies came right out the door! I could feel through the bag that they were still nice and warm.

I headed home, poured myself a nice cold glass of milk, and enjoyed my cookies in peace!

And let me tell y’all…that Chocolate Turtle Cookie is THEE BEST! I’m talking warm, chocolatey, sweet goodness!

Sometimes you just have to listen to that late-night sweet tooth!“

“Bread 101 class was great! We got a little behind, but Kira and Sara did a great job of pivoting and making it work. Looking forward to more classes.“

“Wow! like an oasis in a very bubbling area. nice, quiet, clean, friendly, supporting people in need... Food is great, worth stopping by. From Montreal“

“Sought out the best bakery in the city & we hit the jackpot! Your lemon meringue tarts are probably the best things on earth- SO good! We also absolutely loved the chocolate tart and your chocolate cream puffs are amazing! Thank you for making our experience in New Orleans unforgettable!!“

“The best crossaints I've had in NOLA, and very close to the best I've had in the US. The normal butter corssaint (5/5) was buttery, decadent, crispy, and incredibly flaky. The leek and cheddar one (6/5) was incredibly savory from the leek and cheese, while also being super flaky and buttery. The pecan one (4.5/5) and the blueberry one (5/5) were absolutely excellent as well with the blueberry one being slightly better with the cream to cut the richness. Amazing place!“

“Bittersweet Confections made our wedding cake, and choosing Cheryl was one of the best decisions we made. She is 100% worth the investment. We specifically prioritized in our budget to have her create our cake because her flavor combinations and icing are truly unmatched — and it paid off in every way.

We opted for one stunning cake rather than multiple desserts. Our four‑tier, bright white Lambeth-style cake with cherries was absolutely breathtaking. Inside, we alternated between almond and lemon cakes, all with her incredible vanilla buttercream icing. It was not only beautiful — it was delicious.

We had so many guests, including self-proclaimed “not cake people,” tell us how much they loved it. Even now, people still bring up how amazing the cake was. It truly became one of the stars of the night.

Beyond our wedding, I also love stopping by Bittersweet for a quick lunch or sweet treat. It’s a wonderful business run by even more wonderful people.

If you’re considering Bittersweet Confections for your wedding or any special occasion — do it. You won’t regret it.

Photography by Alyssa Fisher (IG: @alyssafisherphoto)“

“Awesome atmosphere with amazing owners who go out of their way to give doggo visitors plenty of love“

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“First time visit. I love the mango slush and the gardens. I enjoyed a beautiful drink with a friend sitting in the beautiful garden.“

“I was in Tremé for four days, and I ate and drank coffee at Fatmas each and every single one of those days. The coffee was amazing. The food was delicious and their pastries were just beautiful. I loved the atmosphere and the outside seating. There’s even a couple of open windows where you can just stand and look out and feel the breeze while you’re waiting for your food. I wish that I lived closer so that I could go there every day.“

“I saw this lovely place on Uber Ears and decided to give it a try. I AM HOOKED! Unfortunately I don’t go to that area of town often but I may have to in the future! The Bavarian Cream and Venetian Cream iced coffee drinks are off the chain! But the best is the Wellness Tonic…their signature wellness shot with tonic water and ice! Chef’s kiss!“

“We stopped by this morning and everything we tried was amazing!! The beignets were delicious and life changing, the king cake was the perfect amount of sweet and fluffy, and my husband was completely satisfied with his shrimp and grits that he ordered. We will definitely add this location to our regular stops when we travel through!“

“I love TM Breads and Pastries! They serve high-quality chai, and their pastries are deliciously balanced. It’s a great spot for a morning meetup with friends or even to get some work done. Highly recommend!

Dietary restrictions: They do have alternative-milk options!“

“I was surprised at how delicious the pizza was-and so fairly priced.! The restaurant was clean and the workers took good care of us! Loved it!“

“Breakfast rice/Dirty rice with two types of sausage, bacon, mixed bell peppers, onions, and scrambled eggs in the rice with a side of potatoes, eggs and a hot sausage patty. Can't forget the Glazed Pecan Beignets ⚜ offer a variety of seafood grits and other breakfast specialties. Prices are great, portions are huge. Definitely a must“

“The best experience ever!! maravilloso biscocho y hermoso, todos mis invitados quedaron encantados, tanto por lo bello como por el sabor. Muchas gracias Juliana Gourmet. La picadera de Ju estuvo fabulosa también.“

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“I am a little late to reviewing this beautiful resturaunt. Me and my wife arrived to this location whilst I was on a business trip. The gentleman who served us, to whom I believe is the owner/manager, greeted us with kindness and amazing generosity. The food we had was the cookie ice cream as well as the cake ice cream. We also enjoyed a banana pudding cookie, which were all extremely delicious. I hope nothing but great success for this business and I would recommend this to anyone who enjoys sweets such as myself! God bless“

“Unbelievable and life changing bakery“

“Amazing and delicious jobs on all my cakes! 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻“

“If you're lucky enough to have ever visited this place then you know why I say that you are lucky. Where else can you find good Texas toast for a dollar and just about any other product in there also is for a dollar? In addition to the ridiculously cheap wholesale prices the staff is amazing and friendly. Like the Dos Equis beer man was say I don't always eat bread but when I do I get it from here.“

“Great food and coffee. Recommended!!“

“Food on my daughter’s birthday was great!! And Don Jose is on top of everything. Thank you so much. 💖💖“

“Best French bread ever made, I was raised on Gendusa French bread and. Many years ago my father was the bookkeeper for John Gendusa, I believe he was on either Touro or Frenchman st and then I would go buy the bread through a slot in the wall. Best bread ever baked“

“Great staff with great breakfast and lunch selections!“

“Yummmmmmmm! Everything vegan, everything delicious, great service, nice people….what’s not to like! 👊“

“Really good cupcakes! Beautifully decorated! I plan to come back!“

“I drive from downtown to come get a bagel sandwich! The employees were all very kind and attentive. The bagels and coffee are DELICIOUS!! Sabrina went above and beyond, checking in with us, to ensure that each of us got exactly what we wanted.“

“There was only one employee and she was incredibly capable and kind even when it was so busy.

We got a pistachio raspberry and a peanut butter. They are little mousse orbs.

We also got a dark chocolate scoop of gelato and the salted Carmel .

Everything was delicious. It was a nice little spot to find while walking around in the heat.“

“Celtica has fast become our new favorite breakfast place. Staff are very friendly and helpful, and prices are reasonable. The vibe is a pleasant mixture depending on the time of visit but mostly very friendly mixture of gen x and millennials. The only hang up i have is the available seating, this place needs more seating as it is gaining popularity quickly.“

“Beautiful setting and perfect food. Best avocado toast I have had in a while. The croissant was flaky and the orange juice fresh. Superb!“

“great food, clean place, quick and efficient“

“I was uptown visiting my sister and passed by here.Back in the day when I wanted to use Daddy's car ,I would pick him up from work , swing by here, and they would have the bread hot and ready when we came. Once we got home, we added a little Parkay butter, and oooh wee dinner would be so good .
The colonel was the best dad in the neighborhood. All the kids looked up to my parents because they loved everyone. Good memories,
Be blessed!“

“We had a fantastic birthday party for my dad and Crazy Waffle Bar went over the top for my family and guests! They were so great to work with, very reliable and professional!! Will definitely recommend them to friends and family! If I ever need a waffle caterer I will be using them for sure!“

“I had a wonderful day with y'all yesterday (11a.m.-1:30p.m.). Everything tasted Ahhhmazing (lunch sandwich& soup, blueberry muffin, lemon poopyseed muffin & the Conecuh filled pastry)😋 See you again soon.“

“He only uses the Best Chocolates and Fresh ingredients! The Holidays are His Best Sweet production time. Order your fudge, brownies, cookies, cakes, get it before the Holidays are over!!!!“

“I have had the pleasure of doing business with MadiCakez Bakery on a few occasions and everytime I’m amazed the art work is Stella and the taste just as good as it looks. Definitely recommend if you want to wow your guest with something unique and special.“

“These are by far the best donuts in New Orleans. I think my best experience here was an apple fritter right out if the fryer. Warm, crispy edges with a moist center with lots of apple filling big enough for two people to share. The best I've ever had!“

“a very lovely bakery with very nice staff.“

“love it have everything you need“