50 Best Bakeries in Raleigh

“Each time we have served deliciousness from Cupcakes d'Amour, everyone asks "Where did you get this?" The cupcake flavors are so unique and yummy with just the right amount of frosting that is not too sweet.“

“Super good.Saw the van today. Yum. Put some on your holiday table.“

“I love these cookies. They taste great, just the right amount of sweet. I now have ordered Christmas duos for family in Colorado. Our family loves Southern Sugar Bakery. Thank you.“

“Best cupcakes in Raleigh and who knows in the whole state of NC. Such an inviting atmosphere. The german Chocolate cupcakes best ever ! It was so delightful! The cupcakes were moist and tasted gourmet. I loved the topping, not too sweet or overpowering. Chef Erica is 5 stars and so kind My family and I enjoyed everything we had ! Definitely worth trying! Thanks“

“My daughter, her bestie and I make the trip from VA to Wake Forest whenever we get a chance to get some of the fruit pastries. We usually get one of each then some to take back with us! The owner is super nice, the bakery is warm and welcoming but above all the pastries are heavenly. We have never been disappointed. I’m ready for another trip!“

“The pumpkin scone was delish, especially the glaze however it was a tad on the drier side. There were so many options to choose from, and the prices were great! There was no line on a late Friday morning, which actually made me feel a little pressured to decide what to order. 😂 . They have both indoor and outdoor seating.“

“Super yummy, friendly staff. Great spot!“

“Somebody give these workers a RAISE! they were VERY POLITE! Very PROFESSIONAL greeted me made sure I needed anything else. I literally ordered a second cookie just because they were so adorable and polite when I only intended to To get one they were quick and did a great job. They have smiles in their faces, even when I knew they were tired and probably been working all day and they even spoke to each other very politely. I worked in customer service and food service and I know how exhausting those jobs can be. But I noticed they greeted me better than any location. I’ve gone to thus far. And I made sure to do a review on the app as well. Please let them know. They’re doing a great job and to keep up the great work.“

“1. The blue corn cookies have a chokehold on me.
2. I adore the staff. They are the best and they make me feel like I am part of a community because they always remember me when I come in.
3. I am just so happy this exists in my neighborhood and I am always very happy to recommend that folks come here. I love taking my friends and family from out of town here.
4. I do end up spending a little extra here than I do other places, but I think it's worth it for the handcrafted quality of food and baked goods, as well as for the way I am treated. 🥰“

“Paul and Jack easily has the best iced espresso in
Raleigh. I have Pilates right beside their downtown office every morning and finish up around 6:45. Unfortunately they do not open until 7am. I would LOVE to swing by with my Pilates friends and grab a coffee and a pastry on my way out. Coffee/food/location are all 10/10. Hours of operation knocked off a star.“

“The best student center in NCSU. Stores, coffee shops are good!“

“I am an avid fan of Crumbl and there is nothing better than to walk in and get great customer service! I went into this location about 1 hr before closing and the associate on staff, Carnell, was super helpful! He was knowledgeable about the cookies this week which really helped me narrow down what I wanted. Well done Brier Creek location! I will definitely be returning soon!“

“I love these cakes! Can you say Hi to marko for me??? He made my cake and it was delicious. Also i want his number Pls. He makes the best cakes but I want his instead??“

“Great. First time here and will definitely will be back!“

“Delicious and creative! Perfect for special events“

“The pumpkin pie we got for Thanksgiving was absolutely delicious. The buttery, flaky crust and perfect spice profile was perfect and we will be ordering another for Christmas and want to try the apple pie as well!“

“We love Little Blue Bakehouse and all of the local bakers they carry. It is a happy and safe spot that is family friendly and also a great place to meet up with friends. It is also the best Raleigh spot for me, a gluten eater, to find an entire case of gluten-free baked goods for my non-gluten family and friends that they actually love and want to eat.“

“I bought the Key Lime pie for my hubby's birthday and it was fantastic! Rich, creamy, with a perfect key lime flavor. Crust was light and just enough crunch. Definitely will order from Burney's again!“

“the peanut butter oreo flavor was just right. not too overwhelming“

“Truly such a lovely place! It was perfect especially with the chill in the air, a warm Americano and dessert hit the spot!“

“Absolutely the best carrot cake that you will ever taste! Folks that don’t like carrot cake, eat this cake. Always so fresh, perfectly spiced, not too sweet. You will be hooked and this cake will be requested year after year!!! Thank you Carrot Cake Lady for another wonderful birthday cake! 🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡“

“I needed a sweet treat for a Coworker's birthday and was amazed. Let me start by saying i was greeted with warmth by the Owner's mother (I'm going to call her Momma B) and we chatted a bit. I got a dozen assorted cupcakes and a slice of cake. When i say delicious...i mean it. The softness, the taste and the sweetest combined was mouth watering 😋 Highly recommended for your events!! Thank you for the experience ❤️“

“I was first drawn in by the very reasonable prices. This is a home-based business which means they can pass the real estate cost savings to the customer. But is the product good?

The answer is a resounding yes. This bakery is top notch. I ordered a custom cake which was made exactly how I requested. And it was delicious on top of that.

Responses to my emails were always prompt and the staff is so friendly. Would highly recommend!“

“I walked in near closing, & the lady was friendly & welcoming. I told her my vision based on a dessert, and she made it happen. Build-Your-Own with icing, strawberries, and pretzels slaps!“

“I ordered the Strawberry Crunch Cake with cheesecake in the middle, and it was absolutely amazing! The presentation was stunning—the cake was so beautiful we almost didn’t want to cut it. And when we did, it tasted just as good as it looked!

Tanya is officially our new cake lady. She was on time, communicated clearly, and delivered beyond expectations. I wish I could give her ten stars. Highly recommend—you have to try it for yourself!“

“Absolutely delicious macarons and tarts. We were the 1st ones in the shop today and when we left there was a line to the door. I think they are still a hidden secret to the locals but they deserve to sell out daily. Will definitely be back when we visit again.“

“Great selection of amazing pastries and cakes! Best Tres Leches cake in the area!🍰“

“We have bought sourdough bread all over the state of NC and VA, and this company’s bread is by far the best we have had anywhere. We live in VA, and had it for the first time about a month ago on a trip to Raleigh, and have been raving about since to everyone who will listen. We’ll be making a weekend jaunt back down there soon to get more… oh, and maybe to see my son, too 😂“

“Best place to purchase bread without a doubt! So much cheaper than Food Lion or other retail grocery stores! Snack cakes less than 1/2 the price of retail grocery‼️ Staff is professional and courteous! Make you feel very welcome. Also they have a “Seniors” discount day!!“

“Go see Barista Mancini. He makes the best espresso drinks“

“Wow! My husband and I have been dying to try Morning Rolls! We stopped this morning finally and so impressed. Not only were the cinnamon rolls the absolute best we’ve ever had…. I was honestly so blown away with the customer service. The gentleman at the register smiled, asked us how we were doing and said good morning to everyone who walked in. That alone has me sold all day long. Good customer service is so hard to find these days…. But kudos to Morning Rolls! You guys are awesome!“

“A review from me would not be fair..I am part of the "NBC" family.🤭😂🤭😂“

“Bakery & cafe with lots to choose from. Service is friendly and welcoming. The tiramisu coffee was really good, and area is very spacious and clean. This location is very beautiful overall.

Update: I’ve been here a couple of times now. Service has declined. I also suggest going early before pastries run out.“

“Employees are so nice.Good deals for the price. Always fresh“

“Had a chocolate chip cookie, a donut and a piece of coffee cake. Quite possibly the best chocolate chip cookie I've ever had. Give anything from this place a try!!! I'll be looking for them in the future.“

“GPS takes you to the wholesale produce building which is on the highest point. This is incorrect. Nancy Jo's is located in the Market Shoppes building directly across from coles produce patch essentially in the middle of the building next to the restrooms“

“I had a gift card given to me some 1.5 years ago, and just today made my way to the store! Felt adventurous and was craving some tropical fruits. I was blown away by the variety of exotic fruits, and the extensive choice of fish. The store is, certainly, a cultural experience! My 10-year-old and I each got a smoothie - mango and pear, but I feel curious about many of the other drinks and desserts that I’d love to try. They, also, have cooked/hot food there and will bring my husband next time since he loves Asian food. Can’t wait to go back!“

“I love donuts from here! I wish they were open later. When I can wake up early enough before work, I love to get the sprinkled donuts, the glazed donut holes, Pinecones, and coffee.

The pumpkin muffins are another one of my favorites. There is some seating, but I usually just everything to go.“

“Very clean & nice people So recommend this pan store“

“My daughter and I were walking through the farmer’s market on a very specific mission, but noticed this bakery on our way out and had to stop. The pastries looked beautiful, and such a unique variety- we dedicated to get a fresh strawberries and cream cake and a kimchi croquette. Both were absolutely delicious, so much flavor, and so fresh. They also had fresh strawberry milk and watermelon juice that we wanted to try. Check this place out so that we get to have some great variety at the farmer’s market!“

“Lovely treats, definitely reminds me of home in Germany. 10/10 would recommend to everyone wanting to try a taste of Germany.“

“Edible art did a great job with bringing my vision to life and of course it was very good as well.“

“Coffee is wonderful ! We enjoyed visiting !“

“This place is amazing. We are in town to visit the Dambo trolls at Dix park and I highly recommend stopping here. Coming from the dairy state, we know our ice cream and this was excellent. And of course, the cookies are fantastic!!“

“My girlfriend and I wanted a sweet treat and wanted to try somewhere new. Gave this place a shot and we were not disappointed at all. Quick delivery for being later in the evening, they were the perfect size, warm, and very delicious. Will definitely be ordering from here again.“

“TODO muy rico. Fresco. El dueño muy querido. Y la muchacha trabajando tb. Lo recomiendo.“

“PHENOMENAL EXPERIENCE with having the most delicious cake made for our son’s 21st birthday!! We don’t live in NC and totally went off reviews alone in choosing this team but WOW we were impressed! Easy communication, excellent price, and will highly recommend for all to choose. Thank you!!“

“Muy bien! Yo sé un poco español pero ellos son muy paciente conmigo. Yo y mi novio encantamos ir comprar los tamales y empanadas para fin de semana. Son muy delicioso!“

“Around September or October last year, I purchased a pepperoni and cheese roll at an event where they were a vendor. There was an issue with my roll, so I reached out and was compensated with two replacement rolls. The pepperoni and cheese roll is very delicious. Reminds me of the pepperoni rolls we used to buy somewhere in West Virginia when I was a kid which is exactly what I wanted.“

“These are the best English muffins I've ever had! SO delicious“