42 Best Bakeries in Madison

“It was my first time stopping by this Crumbl shop, and everything was so delicious. The display looked incredibly clean and beautiful — I’ve never seen such a stunning presentation anywhere else. Even the cookie cut was just wow! The entire staff was very polite, and everything was spotless. Just wow. I already know I’ll be coming back again and again🤤.“

“We were looking for Brownies for our wedding dessert and thank goodness we found The Baled Lab. They were wonderful and so easy to work with! The brownies… to die for!!! It was so hard narrowing down which ones to choose for the wedding. We also got a small Salted Carmel cake which was delicious and exactly what we wanted. We can’t wait to find another reason to work with them and get more delicious desserts.“

“I eat keto when possible, and Paleo Mama Bakery has amazing keto-friendly goods. They are as beautiful as baked goods from traditional bakeries, and they taste delicious! A lot of the time, I find keto-friendly frosted goods to be really heavy, but these are not as heavy as others I've tried. I've even gone out of my way to get a birthday cake from here (I live almost 150 miles away) because they are perfect for special occasions when people are eating low-carb/keto. I've attached a photo of a slice of the keto carrot cake, which was delicious!“

“Our Christmas variety cookies just arrived today from Yummee Treats! The dough was so rich and dense, and the fillings, chocolate, smores, oatmeal, and pecan were soooo good! They ship internationally to your doorsteps within a day or two! 😋“

“This cafe has many delicious options for food. It however does not have celiac safe options. The cross contamination is too high. They do note this if you call them by stating that they can't guarantee there isn't. But I would not eat here if you have celiacs because I did twice and it made me incredibly sick. Again the food in my opinion is delicious, it just isn't celiacs safe.“

“Finally stopped in after watching people rave about them online for almost a year. I ordered a chocolate orange croissant thing and let me tell you when I say that thing blew my mind like wow. I knew it was good from people raving about it but I was so impressed dropped the last bite on the floor and about died I was so sad 😅 the lovely lady also gave me a free shortie I was eyein up 10/10 recommend so good I will be back“

“I don't have a sweet tooth, so their baked goods are irrelevant to me, and I've yet to try their entrees, so I'm no real judge of their menu - I'm here to sing the praises of the sticky rice wrapped in leaves (bamboo?) - It's the blandest thing that I find satisfying (And I enjoy the real hot Sichuan up Park St at Ichiban!) The bit of chicken, the soft peanuts, the subtle herbal flavor imparted to the rice by the leaf wrap - It's just good (The rice is certainly cooked in broth, verging on pudding, but it's not any sweeter than the rice alone might make it.) It's comfort food, and it will keep me coming back, especially at $4. Think medium/ large baked potato with butter or sour cream for an equivalent lipid-starch satisfaction.
(2 minutes each in the microwave if you carry them away cold.)“

“Great neighborhood spot! The breakfast sandwiches and baked goods are DELICIOUS! The staff is beyond friendly and so pleasant to chat with. Quickly becoming one of my favorite Madison morning spots <3“

“I love El Hornito. I love all flavors of the Mexican tacos they offer. Me encanta el hornito. Me encantan igualmente todos los sabores de tacos mexicanos que ofrecen.“

“We were on vacation and we were not leaving Wisconsin without mapping and getting to Stella’s! Seriously the best breads and pastries we have ever had… The cheese bread is the absolute best!!! The customer service was exceptional and very helpful! Now we just need to get one in Indiana!“

“Fresh, delicious and new to me flavors. Thank you for opening my world to your baked goods!“

“The pinnacle of Sourdough baking that I have found in the Midwest. Amazing! Great Job!“

“Our company brought a variety of cupcakes in for our annual awards ceremony and they were fabulous! Highly recommend these delicious treats 🧁“

“Donuts were amazing but the staff was even better!!! So friendly and welcoming!“

“We ordered cakes for my Grandaughter's first birthday and we were extremely happy! They were delicious and moist. This was our first time ordering and we were very pleased. Thank you!“

“So good!! we got two things from them at the farmers market. my girls loved the treats!!“

“Visited here a couple weeks ago while visiting, just from looking at websites we came across it. It did not disappoint! Food is so fresh and good but the kicker was their Choc Espresso Caramel Cake! 💚 in fact we came back 2 weeks later, today, to have brunch again and buy a whole cake to bring home! Very friendly staff as well! Definitely recommend. I want to try everything on their menu!“

“What a wonderful Dane County organization.“

“This place is so cool it is a crime it is not jam-packed all the time. It is BEAUTIFUL in there and so fun, the workers were super kind and helpful and the food and drinks were great, fun menu. I got a Palmer, I’d probably like the flavor of the drink to be a bit more concentrated, the flavor was there, just a bit faint, but still really good. Awesome place 🙌🏻“

“All of the mochi donuts always test very good. However sometimes they aren’t fresh and can go stale fast. But if you go during the day there is no problems !! Definitely recommend“

“Hi Bill. I was just talking about a million years ago on our blind date. I never was on a blind date before. U have to admit it was a super innocent funny story. Hope your life is great. I remember at the beginning of our date thinking we were meant to be siblings who would fight all the time lol. Never had a brother. That's a compliment. Lol?“

“I came back to town and visited two days in a row. I’d forgotten how much I love this place!“

“I've loved this peak of mall food location for my whole life, and lemme tell ya pal, these guys are great. Multiple times I would go there in my usual comfy attire. Third eye, goth dress, cat ears and tail, just my everyday. And I was treated with up most respect and kindness like every other customer. No weird glances or comments at all! Those are the things I'd get in a Walmart, but not Auntie Anne's.

They got my back with their fantastic pretzel dogs. They're always hot and ready, almost like it was just for me. But oh ho ho, get ready for this, if you haven't had a strawberry smoothie from here? Gaw I can't tell you in perfect words just how wondrous my first one was. I just had a food-gasm about it frankly. You should get one if you love a tasty cold fruity drink.

The photo is from just last week when I was enjoying a lovely picnic with a pal of mine. However, side story, the mall security seemed to not like the idea. Allow me to vent/explain;

Mall security walked up to us within ten minutes or so and said that we had to keep shoes on and could only eat in the food court. We weren't being loud or messy, we were on the carpeted resting area on top of my blanket, we kept the food close to us so it wouldn't get on the floor. Tbh the only thing they should've reasonably held us for was the fact that I was sort of in the way of one of the benches. But that's it. Plus, I have sensory issues as an autistic customer so eating where all the noise and heat was wouldn't have worked for me.

Needless to say, we chose to eat our yummy food outside the mall after that. Didn't wanna cause trouble with the rules as I really like this Auntie Anne's location.
☕️Here's to getting more Auntie Anne's and hoping that the mall itself does better for the people.“

“Whenever we're in Madison area, we go there and LOVE EVERYTHING-THE FOOD AND SERVICE IS WONDERFUL!“

“We had Greenbush Bakery Doughnuts for dessert at our wedding and they were such a hit! 10/10 recommend. Amazing service, delicious & beautiful doughnuts! Such a fun treat that everyone raved about!“

“One of my favorite foods is pastys, I was excited to learn about this place, otherwise you would find them normal in the u.p area of Wisconsin. All of the varieties are great! Had the chicken tikka masala one today, was awesome! I do like they wrap it in foil, because my 40min drive home it's still warm!“

“beautiful location, great service and wonderfully cozy atmosphere!“

“Amazing coffee, food, and service 🤩“

“Pan & Pan Bakery is an amazing Mexican bakery! Their cakes and desserts are always fresh, delicious, and beautifully made. The staff are super friendly, and the place has such a warm vibe. Highly recommend for anyone who loves great pastries or needs a cake for a celebration“

“Wow. My husband and I have been coming here for quite a few months now, and everything about this place is incredible. All of the employees are so knowledgeable about dosage, and will give you honest, helpful advice if you’re unsure. The location is always spotless, and the game options are so much fun. I hate mentioning Bingo here as I want to gatekeep it, but Bingo on Wednesdays is INCREDIBLE. All of the employees here are passionate and excited to be there. After a few visits, they start feeling more like friends, and soon, family. They all seem to truly love their job, and it makes us LOVE coming here. We will never try another edible dispensary, as their energy and vibe make it unforgettable. This place has made a lasting impact on me and my husband, and I promise you won’t regret it!!“

“I want to give a shout-out to Monona Bakery & Eatery 😄 I've ordered their food a lot via delivery apps, but never went inside. My friend Robin & I stopped in on Saturday! I've been on crutches 6 weeks, and they were VERY accommodating 😊 All the staff were amazing, and their food is SO good 🤤 I highly recommended checking them out! As someone who bakes quite a bit, I must say their bakery is 🤌😍👌“

“Miss Cafe Domestique so much 😭“

“We love getting food here. We have never had a disappointing dish. Every item is thoughtfully made and delicious. My kids are big fans of the seasonal pancakes.“

“This is a fantastic brewery, and great second location - so far. (Deforest location...Sometime next year, in 2026, is the plan for this opening.) Excellent beers and a staff that is always spot on at this location. IPAs and Sours are some my favorites, here. But a recent Pastry Stout really made me take notice of the dark side beers as well. This is a very cool spot. And in the summer time, outdoor seating as well. I mean...You could sit outside during the winter, I guess. Totally up to you. And make sure to get an Underberg after the beers. *Updated* Still quite good.“

“Great coffee shop with a lot of character.“

“Very quaint! Yummy food! Highly recommend the hot cocoa bombs!“

“I absolutely love Rotunda coffee and their private rooms that can be reserved for meetings. The staff is always pleasant, even though they are usually one person doing everything! - it's pretty amazing. The coffee is on point, and the teas. I love the affordable handmade earrings for sale! And the high ceilings but classic style of the space takes me out of Madison for a moment and makes this a perfect place to settle in when the days are short, it's cold, and the Midwest winter moves in.“

“Wow Taste so Good! We will back again next time :)“

“Driftless is one of my favorite coffees. So much so that I ordered some to be delivered to me in North Carolina. If you want a really good tasting coffee, look no further. Wish I was closer to a location, but will be in heavy rotation for delivery.“

“Excellent soup and salad bar“

“Jane's is a funky little cafe & bakery. Surrounded by art from local artists. Open only till 3 in the after noon it's mostly breakfast and lunch. Counter served multi-cuisine fare that's fresh and family friendly. Their signature scones and pasteries are to die for with flavors you won't see anywhere else. Also great for Vegans and Vegetarians.“