45 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.“

“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!“

“Recently while passing by a store, we decided to venture in and have a treat. The snickerdoodle cookies were absolutely to die for! The gentleman that served us was great. Greeted us as soon as we entered the store and was very helpful throughout the whole purchasing process. This is a great place to go for a spontaneous treat.“

“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“

“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.“

“It’s a beautiful bakery, with kind staff and was overall a good experience. In my personal opinion the croissants are the absolute star of the bakery. The pimiento cheese croissant is what southern dreams are made of. The peanut butter cookies were good, as was the baguette (a little more salt and it would have been great, but that’s just being nit-picky). The cinnamon roll was a little on the dry side, maybe could have benefited from a little more glaze, but had a good flavor overall. The shortbread was the heartbreaker for me, but only because I really love shortbread and had high expectations. Shortbread is supposed to be very buttery, and I tasted very little butter. The glaze overpowered it a bit, and I think it messed with the texture as well. If it had been a bit thicker, I doubt the glaze would have affected it as it had. It’s still such a cute cookie, and it’s not the end of the world. Especially with the friendliness of the staff and the variety they had, I know it’s a lot of work and everyone is going to like different things. For me those croissants will be something I dream about, and I can’t say enough good things about. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area.“

“Super yummy, friendly staff. Great spot!“

“Delicious and creative! Perfect for special events“

“BEST COOKIE IV EVER HAD. I just recently came to this location and not just purchased the most outstanding cookie, but was giving world class customer service. Dulce behind the counter was extremely helpful and made my experience top tier. She is an asset to the Crumbl team. The entire team there was welcoming and the cookie was great, couldn’t have asked for more“

“If you’re on a diet, do NOT go to Jack and Paul… unless your diet includes “happiness,” “zero self-control,” and “just one more dessert” (which turns into five).

First off, the service? Unreal. Sergei and Svitlana don’t just serve you—they welcome you like long-lost family who finally came home… and they fully support your questionable decision to order multiple desserts “for later.” (Spoiler: there is no later.)

Now let’s talk about the food. Every single thing I’ve tried has been ridiculously good. I keep thinking, “Okay THIS will be the one that’s just decent”… nope. Wrong again. The desserts are so good they should probably come with a warning label.

Also, the place is ALWAYS packed—which tells you everything you need to know. You don’t get lines like that unless something magical is happening behind the counter.

It’s the perfect spot whether you want to grab a quick treat, hang out for a bit, or pretend you’re only there for coffee while quietly ordering dessert #3. Great for families, great for solo visits, great for anyone who enjoys joy.

Bottom line: I’ve never had a single thing there that wasn’t delicious. Honestly, the only problem is leaving.

10/10… would happily ruin my diet here again.“

“I order cookies from here very often through the Crumbl app and have never had problems with delivery. Last night I ordered and sadly DoorDash messed up big time. Person “couldn’t find” my apartment which has never happened and decided to drop off the box at the front office which was closed. I get there and they were stolen. I called the store asking what could we do and Caroline picked up and PERSONALLY delivered a new box of cookies to me herself. I don’t write google reviews often but Caroline was so accommodating that I feel I had to do this. As a person that works in a customer facing industry, Caroline has gone above and beyond! I know it may seem like a box of cookies but they are my finances favorite and I’m surprising her at the airport with this box that Caroline delivered as I type this.“

“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!“

“Wasn’t too busy on a Sunday morning and had a great selection of pastries and breads. They make their own syrups however the caramel was overpowering. The iced latte took a while to be made. The cinnamon bun was light and not overly sweet, and the blue corn cookie had a distinct cornbread like flavor. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, and overall a solid spot I’d recommend.“

“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??“

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

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

“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!“

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

“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 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 ❤️“

“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 😂“

“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.“

“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! 🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡“

“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.“

“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!!“

“We are absolutely amazed by my son’s first birthday rainforest cake! The two-tier cake was stunning, incredibly detailed and meticulous, from the fondant tree frog and sloth to the rocks, waterfalls, and palm trees. Every element was perfect and brought the rainforest theme to life exactly as I had envisioned. Debbie and Christine are unbelievably talented, and I was so impressed with their work. Their communication was quick, clear, and efficient, making the whole process smooth and easy. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a creative, beautifully crafted, and unforgettable cake. Truly exceptional!“

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

“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.“

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

“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!“

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

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

“1st time at the market, 1st time visiting Raleigh!!! FANTASTIC boiled peanuts!!! AMAZING lemon creme cake and pound cake slice. I will be back for sure! The ambience and set up is VERY NICE. Very welcoming gentleman serving up the peanuts and lemonade!“

“I got the cucumber homemade kimchi, and the napa cabbage one too! The cucumber one was slightly sweeter, but still good, the cabbage one definitely had more tangy and spicy flavors. I also got the Strawberry Logie donut it was the best dessert ever!!! He was very nice.“

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

“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!“

“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!!“

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

“I’m from TX so I was happy when I saw there was a Tiff’s Treats in Raleigh. A day trip to town with my boyfriend and we had to stop by.

My cookies were warm and delicious as expected, I grabbed a dozen on our way out of town for his mom and she loved them too!

Hands down the best cookies ever!!!“

“Great experience ordering catering from Zulias! The variety of sweet and savory roll ups was just fantastic! I loved the turkey cheddar and the blueberry- though a few people at my office felt the turkey was a little salty for their liking (not for me, though). The cinnamon rolls were outstanding- especially if you like lots of cinnamon flavor. The service was also excellent, as the owner reached out to me to make sure everything was satisfactory with our order. I look forward to ordering breakfast from Zulias again!“

“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!“

“Yo nunca suelo poner comentarios, pero no es la primera vez que una de las trabajadoras tiene una mala actitud , yo encargué un pastel de 2 pisos con una semana de anticipación para una voda y quedé de recogerlo ala 1 de la tarde cuando yegue resulta que no estaba listo el pastel tuve que esperar 30 minutos más y por si fuese poco medieron el pastel en una caja de bolillo el pastel que encargué era de 2 pisos locual al ponerlo en esa caja de bolillo y recién echo termino echo un desastre para ocasión que era.“

“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!!“

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