36 Best Bakeries in Columbia

“We hold our event The Table here quite often and what an amazing experience. The cuisine is over the top excellent and prepared by hand from scratch. Every one of our guests have enjoyed our events at Madrigal Cafe & Restaurant“

“Rarely am I blown away by a dining experience. We came for Sunday AYCE brunch. The food was fantastic and varied, with fresh coffee, sweet & unsweet tea, the works. Chef Kevin is a great conversationalist with some great stories and a legitimate cooking pedigree having worked for a Michelin-starred restaurant in London. The interior was aesthetically pleasing, clean, and organized. Let me reiterate, the food was EXCELLENT. I usually go on Google to give bad reviews, but this was a memorably exceptional meal and very affordably priced for AYCE. I'll add that the chicken pot pie was great, and I'm very picky with this dish as I feel I've mastered it. The chicken was nicely shredded, the gravy was made properly with cream, and the pastry was just perfect.“

“Customer service A+ Cakes, Cupcakes, Chewies A+ My wife ordered a sheet cake for my birthday and me and my entire family loved it! I purchased a chewy went home ate the chewy got back in the car drove back to GG's and brought 3 more LoL! They were really good!! I highly recommend anyone to try this they have an amazing assortment of treats. - Update May 12, 2024 another cake we just picked up Amazing!“

“cinnamon roll - when I saw the cinnamon rolls at Wingards Nursery I wasn't impressed. they looked like a giant chunk of bread with a glob of icing haphazardly slapped on top. I asked the young man working, have you tried these? what do you think of them? he said, oh my God best thing you will eat. $5...ok I'll try it. later same day, I sliced that roll like a loaf of bread. noting the thick ribbons of creamy sweet cinnamon in my slice. I microwaved my slice for 10 seconds...took my 1st bite... savoured the delicious, perfectly sweet homemade cinnamon roll....and had another slice. I'll definitely be back for another! I'll definitely be sharing with others! one bite of that not so pretty giant chunk of bread with icing slapped on and I had an epiphany...one of the best cinnamon rolls around!!!!!“

“Best strawberry matcha I’ve had (authentic matcha whisked ?)we also got an iced vanilla latte w/oatmilk, iced chai which was sooooo good and the goat cheese cheesecake. The barista (girl) was so nice and welcoming! They share their space with a restaurant so don’t be confused upon walking in, their bakery items look amazing and such a unique little spot. I’ll definitely be stopping by again on my road trips up north because it’s that good! 10/10✨✨✨✨✨

Dietary restrictions: They have dairy free options“

“Everything was fresh and prepared beautifully“

“While visiting my friend for Christmas in the Columbia area, she got a desire for gingerbread cookies. After a Google search we decided on Kudzu bakery despite it being a considerable distance away. We called first to verify they had gingerbread cookies on hand and they kindly offered to put some aside for us. We browsed the market when we got there and it is a very lovely store. The staff was also friendly. We bought 8 cookies and it was $22. When we got home we were shocked to find small, cute, but identical, mass produced cookies. They were dry, crunchy, and tasteless. They were not made on site and Kudzu Bakery should be ashamed of selling such a product. $2.50 a cookie! I wouldn't pay $2.50 a box for them in a major grocery market. This was my first and last visit.

ADDENDUM: I did take the owner up on her offer of a refund. They cheerfully complied and I'm very happy about it.“

“I really like Crumbl as far as the food is concerned. However, my last visit wasn’t as pleasant. The white boy in there who called my name for my order was very rude and unprofessional. I’ve been there a few times, so I am aware of how the pick up process goes. He called my name, I then said “right here” and proceeded to the pick up counter. Before I got there, he slides my cookies on the counter and walks off. He didn’t open it, as he did every customer before me, to ensure my order was even correct. But it’s fine, I won’t be returning. I’m big on customer service, especially if I’m paying over $20 for cookies, service me properly, or lose my services!“

“It was our son’s birthday and he loves Crumble so we purchased an assortment of the Crumble Cookies. Everyone loved the Oreo cheesecake and the fruit cookie! The chocolate fudge cookie tasted like the little Debbie fudge cake. Thanks for making his birthday special!“

“The most wonderful bake shop in Columbia! No major celebration is complete without Silver Spoon!“

“Looking for a sweet treats, hot dogs with home made chili and all the trimmings meals with chips and drinks
Yes even cold drinks not filled with ice just a nice cold drink of homemade Mango lemonade or strawberry lemonade or infused water.
Her famous chicken salad sells out fast so come as soon as she opens they leave with bags fill of them.
This place is just great stop in say Hi and support a beautiful women and her dream leave your business card on her door she love's to return the love!
Trust me the food is to die for !

Vegetarian options: She has pimento cheese and crackers, cupcakes, infused water, pecans and more call

Parking: There front spots a huge lot in front and on both sides.

Kid-friendliness: This place loves kids she has grandchildren and loves all kids and have cupcakes and meals geard toward kids.“

“I had attempted to eat here a few times but it was when school was in session in the line was out the door. Today was my lucky day. I came by just after the breakfast crush and was able to place my order to go. The staff was efficient and the owner made sure my order was correct. Hand's down, the very best cinnamon roll I've ever had. I'll definitely be back soon. Thank CRD for a great experience and fantastic food.“

“I have always been a fan of Aly and Eloise and bought their sweets for a pick me up. It was a no brainer that I wanted to use them for my wedding cake. Aleka sat down with us for our tasting and was very helpful when we were planning out all the details. Absolutely everything perfect. Our brown butter caramel cake was so incredibly moist and flavorful. It was one of the highlights of the food and lots of our guests kept saying how delicious it was. One even said it was the best wedding cake they’ve ever had. I couldn’t agree more.“

“My husband and I are visiting from out of town and searched Google for the best rated bakery in the area for a dessert date. We were not disappointed. The owners are super sweet and made excellent recommendations for us newbies. I ordered the croffle which is a croissant heated like a waffle with fruit, coconut and whip cream drizzled with chocolate and caramel. Absolutely delicious! My husband ordered the rolled cookie sandwich which was two huge warmed chocolate chip cookies with rolled vanilla ice cream, whipped cream and caramel drizzle. We liked this even better. Wish we lived closer!! Would be regulars.“

“Awesome cakes !Just bought my daughter loves her birthday cake we've been going here for years .Never disappoint always a treat . Love Thier Pistachio poundcake , pineapple cake pineapple coconut“

“This little bakery is AMAZING!!! For those who remember The Copper Door of years gone by Crust Bakehouse occupies a space on the premises. Walking in the door and seeing the eclectic ambience of the bakery evokes memories of "Here are friends and all is well." You just have to go and see for yourself! We had a variety of breads, scones, brownies, baggettes, croissants, etc. Everything was perfect. The pecan tart was not too sweet like so many pecan tarts or pies. It had whole pecans and a light delicate crust. The whole grain bread was light and airy and sliced perfectly. The miso blondie with walnuts was cooked and then a light coating of chocolate was spread around the edges. Need I say more? We had 3 different scones . . chocolate chip scone, 3 cheese scone and sausage & cheese scone. This was the first time I have ever eaten a scone that was not hard and dry! They were loaded with flavor and made my morning coffee so much better. And yes. . . I had put them in the frig. for the next morning. They microwaved just fine and were flaky and delectable. Can you tell I am a big fan of this bakery? Oh . . let.s don't forget Baker Zack who is the essence here. I could go on but you just have to find your own favorite. Thank you Baker Zack!“

“The best lunch spot in Columbia! The food and service was amazing! Highly recommend.“

“Highly recommend the red velvet cake!“

“I have always been a fan of Aly and Eloise and bought their sweets for a pick me up. It was a no brainer that I wanted to use them for my wedding cake. Aleka sat down with us for our tasting and was very helpful when we were planning out all the details. Absolutely everything perfect. Our brown butter caramel cake was so incredibly moist and flavorful. It was one of the highlights of the food and lots of our guests kept saying how delicious it was. One even said it was the best wedding cake they’ve ever had. I couldn’t agree more.“

“The pound cake is the best I've ever had.“

“Great place to grab lunch. The food is so good!!“

“I'm a junkie! Glad I live far from a store. Love the strawberry and cream and the carrot cake. I usually get 2 servings from a bundtlet. Cakes are very moist. The frosting is the right amount. I spread on the entire care. Looking forward to my next trip.“

“We love The Sweet Shop SC. Everything is delicious!“

“Love Lillian, her staff and her food! Always 5 ⭐️!!“

“If you are in the mood for some delicious cheese cake and pastry then delightful taste buds bakery and catering is the place for that I promise you wouldn’t be disappointed I got a cheesecake for my birthday trust me it was the best so good I couldn’t resist it if I can give a 10 star I will i’m going to place an order right now“

“Delicious! I love this cheesecake and will go there often! Only regret is they need to open like a regular business sometimes these small business just work when they want to instead of thinking about customers!“

“My first time here, and I got the salted caramel chai tea and it was delicious. From the young lady who quickly approached me to order, to the young man who made my tea, and the young lady who handed me my order, the visit was well worth it.“

“This is my second time stopping pass the first time my cinnamon pretzel was hard as a rock. So today I go and get a lemonade it tasted like i was drinking wine. So i ask the young lady is it suppose to taste like wine. She had a nasty attitude bout it talking bout how she didn't have an complaints bout but if i wanted another it will cost 4 dollars. She got to be crazy. Never again.“

“We really enjoyed our girls brunch today. Food was great, came out quickly, and staff were very pleasant. We will return!“

“We LOVE the Gourmet Shop! Great food and friendly staff! Highly recommend!“

“I promise you’ve never had a homemade Dessert Fix like this! As a dessert connoisseur & former dessert caterer, I LOVE discovering new places that serve sweets worthy of my palate and standards! What I loved most about this gem on Main Street in Columbia, SC was the selection of treats! And here’s why- I can’t stand it when I go somewhere that has so many options- it takes forever to decide, or I feel like I’m going to miss out on getting all that I want because it’s too much. The decision-fatigue takes away from the experience. Not here! My daughter and I were warmly greeted by each team member. Service was quick but not rushed. Listen, our standards of excellence and sweet teeth were satisfied! The icing on the cake? They’re black-owned & operated! Pictures: Rich buttery cookies adorned with addictive toffee and chocolate chips, a rich blondie elevated with pecans, a nostalgic warm & fluffy cinnamon roll that reminded me of childhood treat days at a local cinnamon roll bakery, decadent sweet potato pound cake slice drizzled with caramel then sprinkled with pecans, tender southern pound cake slice with a crunchy crust (my favorite part), and an apple pie cheesecake bar that sent my tastebuds over the moon!“

“we have hosted our Lake Carolina book club there for the last 2 months. The treats and drinks have been amazing. The staff is so wonderful! they were helpful, friendly and quick. I can't wait to host more meetings at Light house“

“This place has the best cakes I have ever tasted. The quality of her cakes is impeccable! I have had lots of sweets in my life but Litas is addicting! I will always recommend this place!! She is the dessert Queen.“

“Tasty pretzels and delicious dips! Salted caramel is my fave, followed by buttercream. The mustards are good too.You can watch the pretzels being made on the premises. Delightful owners and clean business. Really glad I stopped in!“