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15 Best Pastry Shops in Atlanta

Atlanta’s pastry shops serve very different needs, from a quick coffee and croissant to custom cakes, specialty breads, decorated cookies, and dessert catering. This guide brings together bakeries and patisseries for everyday treats, celebrations, savory lunches, and gifts that can be collected or shipped.

Choose by pastry tradition, order size, and timing. French macarons, Greek and Italian pastries, German sourdough, warm cookies, celebration cakes, and event dessert tables each call for different preparation and pickup arrangements, so confirm availability before visiting.

How this guide is ordered

The selection is organized around distinct pastry specialties, including custom celebration work, regional baking traditions, breakfast service, dessert pickup, catering, shipped gifts, and savory bakery options. Some eligible businesses may purchase enhanced visibility, which can influence their placement.

Top 3 Ranking Map How to choose

Atlanta's Three Standout Pastry Shops

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#1
Zukerino Pastry Shop
4.8363 reviews
Greek and Italian pastriesCustom cakes
#2
Sugar Shane's
4.81618 reviews
Warm cookies and cinnamon rollsDessert pickup
#3
Little Tart Bakeshop
4.8505 reviews
Croissants and seasonal pastriesCoffee and breakfast
#4
Bernhard's German Bakery & Deli
4.7961 reviews
German breads and rye sourdoughDeli sandwiches and savoury lunches
#5
Flippin' Sweets 'n Treats
5126 reviews
Celebration cakes and decorated cookiesCorporate events and dessert tables
#6
Sweet Red Peach
4.8242 reviews
Layer cakes and cake slicesCheesecake and cobbler desserts
#7
The Little Tart Bakeshop
4.6759 reviews
Croissants, sourdough, and fresh pastries
#8
Endulge Cupcake Boutique
4.6531 reviews
Cupcake boxes
#9
Sweet Hut Bakery Cafe
4.53379 reviews
Asian-style pastries and bunsBubble tea with bakery items
#10
Sweet Hut Bakery & Cafe
4.53171 reviews
Asian pastries with bubble tea
#11
Southern Sweets Bakery
4.51477 reviews
Celebration cakesVegan desserts
#12
Alon's Bakery & Market
4.51398 reviews
European-style pastries and coffeeCatering for gatherings
#13
Cinnaholic
4.51216 reviews
Vegan cinnamon rolls
#14
Mediterranean Bakery
4.51172 reviews
Lebanese and Mediterranean mealsMiddle Eastern grocery shopping
#15
McEntyre's Bakery
4.5658 reviews
Wedding cake planningCelebration cakes

Explore 15 Pastry Shops in Atlanta

Zukerino Pastry Shop #1

Zukerino Pastry Shop

4.8363 reviews
2230 Cotillion Dr, Atlanta, GA 30338, United States
Best for
Greek and Italian pastriesCustom cakes

Zukerino Pastry Shop is a family-owned Greek and Italian bakery in Atlanta, baking pastries and breads in-house each morning. The selection includes baklava, cannoli, tiramisu, cheesecakes, spanakopita, cookies, custom cakes, and the distinctive tsoureki loaf. Coffee, desserts, takeaway, and delivery make it easy to visit for a quick treat or arrange something for a celebration.

Its pastry case suits both familiar favourites and specialties such as Italian rum cake, powdered-sugar cookies, and Greek savoury pastries. Custom cake requests are handled by phone, while the bakery’s friendly service and generous sampling add a welcoming touch.

Sugar Shane's #2

Sugar Shane's

4.81618 reviews
398 14th St NW Ste a-1, Atlanta, GA 30318, United States
Best for
Warm cookies and cinnamon rollsDessert pickup

Sugar Shane’s specializes in freshly baked gourmet cookies and dessert-focused treats in Atlanta, with a menu that changes regularly. Standout choices include warm chocolate chip cookies with crisp edges and soft centres, banana pudding cookies, distinctive seasonal flavours, and cinnamon rolls—especially the Biscoff version.

The shop is geared toward pickup and takeaway rather than a long sit-down visit, with local delivery, in-store collection, nationwide shipping, and catering for weddings, birthdays, and larger parties. Friendly recommendations and a lively Atlanta personality make the stop feel personal as well as indulgent.

Little Tart Bakeshop #3

Little Tart Bakeshop

4.8505 reviews
68 Georgia Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312, United States
Best for
Croissants and seasonal pastriesCoffee and breakfast

Little Tart Bakeshop is a French-inspired Atlanta bakery built around handmade pastries, breads, coffee, and savoury items such as crème fraîche quiche and tarts. Its pastry selection rewards a close look: apple-cheddar turnovers, coffee scones, fruit pastries, croissants, and seasonal baked goods are prepared with thoughtfully selected ingredients from local farmers, cheesemakers, beekeepers, and other producers.

The bakery also works as a welcoming café for breakfast, lunch, meetings, or a quiet coffee. Grant Park, Krog Street, and Summerhill locations give the concept a broader Atlanta presence, while takeaway and dine-in service suit both quick stops and slower visits.

Bernhard's German Bakery & Deli #4

Bernhard's German Bakery & Deli

4.7961 reviews
1592 Atlanta Rd SE #110, Marietta, GA 30060, United States
Best for
German breads and rye sourdoughDeli sandwiches and savoury lunches

Bernhard’s German Bakery & Deli brings traditional German breads, pastries, sandwiches, coffee, and savoury foods to the Atlanta area. Its bakery range includes rye and sourdough loaves, artisan breads, pretzel-style items, cream horns, cakes, cookies, and German packaged goods, while the deli adds substantial choices such as muffuletta, schnitzel, and other lunch sandwiches.

The bread program focuses on organic or natural ingredients and avoids chemicals and preservatives, with an emphasis on whole-grain, rye, wheat, and white loaves. Delivery, takeaway, breakfast, and a cosy café setting make it suitable for both a quick meal and stocking up on distinctive baked goods.

Flippin' Sweets 'n Treats #5

Flippin' Sweets 'n Treats

5126 reviews
2281 Lavista Square NE, Atlanta, GA 30324, United States
Best for
Celebration cakes and decorated cookiesCorporate events and dessert tables

Flippin' Sweets 'n Treats is an Atlanta home-based bakery focused on custom desserts for celebrations, gatherings, and business events. Decorated cookies, macarons, cakes, cake truffles, and dessert tables are prepared with close attention to both appearance and flavor, turning inspiration images or event themes into polished edible designs.

The ordering process is especially suited to personalized projects: communication is responsive, ideas are translated clearly, and custom details can be coordinated for occasions such as baby showers, conventions, graduations, and birthdays. Delivery and takeaway options add flexibility when the sweets need to arrive ready for the event.

Sweet Red Peach #6

Sweet Red Peach

4.8242 reviews
1020 White St SW, Atlanta, GA 30310, United States
Best for
Layer cakes and cake slicesCheesecake and cobbler desserts

Sweet Red Peach is an Atlanta bakery known for moist cakes, generous slices, cheesecakes, cobblers, and desserts suited to celebrations. Popular choices include banana pudding cheesecake, peach cobbler, red velvet, German chocolate, double chocolate, and strawberry cake, with frosting that generally keeps sweetness balanced rather than overwhelming.

The bakery also prepares desserts for family gatherings, showers, weddings, and other special events. Dine-in, takeaway, delivery, and on-site service make it flexible for an individual slice or a larger order, while pastry guidance can help narrow down the broad selection.

The Little Tart Bakeshop #7

The Little Tart Bakeshop

4.6759 reviews
437 Memorial Dr SE, Atlanta, GA 30312, United States
Best for
Croissants, sourdough, and fresh pastries

The Little Tart Bakeshop centres its Atlanta bakery-café menu on French-inspired pastries, fresh bread, coffee, and handmade breakfast and lunch items. Croissants are a signature draw, joined by sourdough, fruit pastries, tarts, quiche, and other baked goods made with carefully sourced ingredients.

Dine-in seating, Wi-Fi, breakfast, takeaway, and in-store shopping support different kinds of visits, from a quick pastry and latte to working or meeting friends over coffee. Its neighbourhood locations give the bakery a distinct local identity while keeping the pastry program consistent.

Endulge Cupcake Boutique #8

Endulge Cupcake Boutique

4.6531 reviews
749 Moreland Ave SE Ste A-101, Atlanta, GA 30316, United States
Best for
Cupcake boxes

Endulge Cupcake Boutique is an Atlanta dessert shop focused on cupcakes, cookies, cakes, and event orders. Its cupcakes are known for moist textures, generous frosting, and flavours that range from chocolate and vanilla to lemon, banana bread, and key lime. Large cookies provide another easy takeaway option, with balanced sweetness and substantial portions.

The drive-through window makes pickup especially convenient, while delivery and catering extend the service to corporate gatherings and private events. Online ordering supports a quick collection, and cake orders give celebrations a more customised route than the everyday cupcake case.

Sweet Hut Bakery Cafe #9

Sweet Hut Bakery Cafe

4.53379 reviews
5150 Buford Hwy NE A-100, Doraville, GA 30340, United States
Best for
Asian-style pastries and bunsBubble tea with bakery items

Sweet Hut Bakery Cafe offers an expansive Asian bakery and café menu in Atlanta, with soft buns, Portuguese egg tarts, mochi-style sweets, cakes, savoury pastries, coffee, and bubble tea. The selection is designed for browsing: individually wrapped items make takeaway easy, while seating supports a relaxed snack, breakfast, or casual meal.

Hong Kong-style buns and Cantonese-inspired bakery traditions sit alongside made-to-order savoury dishes and a full drink bar of milk teas, fruit teas, slushes, frappes, espresso, and lattes. Delivery and catering extend the menu to gatherings, including bun platters, sandwich boxes, cakes, and drinks.

Sweet Hut Bakery & Cafe #10

Sweet Hut Bakery & Cafe

4.53171 reviews
935 Peachtree St NE Unit 935, Atlanta, GA 30309, United States
Best for
Asian pastries with bubble tea

Sweet Hut Bakery & Cafe pairs an Asian bakery case with coffee, bubble tea, cakes, and casual café seating in Atlanta. Visitors can choose from sweet and savoury buns, mochi-inspired treats, matcha and taro pastries, Portuguese egg tarts, sandwiches, and larger snack plates, then add milk tea, fruit tea, coffee, or a frappe.

The bright, spacious format works for breakfast, an afternoon snack, takeaway, or a relaxed stop with friends. Custom wedding and birthday cakes are also available, with delivery and event catering for orders that go beyond the individual pastry case.

Southern Sweets Bakery #11
What stands out
  • Cakes, pies, tiramisu and other confections

  • Vegan dessert choices

Southern Sweets Bakery

4.51477 reviews
186 Rio Cir, Decatur, GA 30030, United States
Best for
Celebration cakesVegan desserts

Southern Sweets Bakery brings a broad dessert-shop selection to Atlanta, with cakes, pies, tiramisu and other confections available by the slice or to take home. Vegan dessert choices and savory items such as soup, sandwiches and a black bean burger add flexibility beyond the pastry counter.

Delivery, takeaway, dine-in, in-store shopping and pickup support different occasions, from a quick treat to a celebration order. For larger cakes or event planning, the bakery’s attentive, candid guidance can help shape a practical choice.

Alon's Bakery & Market #12

Alon's Bakery & Market

4.51398 reviews
1394 N Highland Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30306, United States
Best for
European-style pastries and coffeeCatering for gatherings

Alon’s Bakery & Market has served Atlanta with artisan baked goods and prepared food since 1992. Its European-market setting brings together pastries, croissants, danishes, cakes, quiche, salads, sandwiches and a well-stocked selection of market products, making it useful for both a planned meal and a quick stop.

Coffee and breakfast service suit weekday routines, while takeaway, delivery and pickup make it easy to bring bakery items or prepared dishes home. Catering extends the offering to corporate gatherings and celebrations, with options ranging from drop-off setup to more involved event support.

Cinnaholic #13

Cinnaholic

4.51216 reviews
1230 Caroline St NE Ste B110, Atlanta, GA 30307, United States
Best for
Vegan cinnamon rolls

Cinnaholic centers its Atlanta bakery around handcrafted cinnamon rolls and desserts that are 100% vegan, plant-based and dairy-free. The menu leans into customization, with familiar flavors such as Biscoff and churro alongside other toppings and dessert combinations.

Coffee, breakfast, takeaway, delivery, pickup and drive-through service make it easy to fit into a quick stop or a planned treat. The welcoming, organized atmosphere and clear focus on indulgent plant-based baking give this shop a distinct place among Atlanta pastry options.

Mediterranean Bakery #14

Mediterranean Bakery

4.51172 reviews
3362 Chamblee Tucker Rd, Atlanta, GA 30341, United States
Best for
Lebanese and Mediterranean mealsMiddle Eastern grocery shopping

Mediterranean Bakery brings Lebanese and broader Mediterranean cooking together with a bakery, sandwich counter and grocery market in Atlanta. The menu includes grilled meats, shawarma, falafel, shish kabob sandwiches, salads, sides and flaky baked specialties, while the market adds Middle Eastern pantry staples and household products.

Dine-in, takeaway, delivery and catering cover everyday meals as well as larger gatherings. The setting feels more like a neighborhood food destination than a pastry-only stop, with breakfast and coffee available alongside fresh, savory dishes. It is particularly useful for stocking up while having lunch in one visit.

McEntyre's Bakery #15

McEntyre's Bakery

4.5658 reviews
1184 Concord Rd SE Unit 1, Smyrna, GA 30080, United States
Best for
Wedding cake planningCelebration cakes

McEntyre's Bakery is an Atlanta bakery with a broad everyday selection, from donuts, cookies, cheese straws, and cake slices to breads, chicken salad, soups, and lunch items. Fresh preparation, approachable service, and a comfortable café setting make it useful for both a quick breakfast and a relaxed stop over coffee.

Custom cakes are a major strength, especially for birthdays, showers, and milestone celebrations. The bakery has specialized in wedding cakes for more than 60 years and can guide customers through design ideas, tasting, and coordination for wedding and groom’s cakes. Its German chocolate cake and cookie cakes are particularly memorable choices.

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Map of pastry shops in Atlanta

The guide covers pastry destinations across Atlanta rather than focusing on one single style or occasion. Some entries are best for a planned cake order, while others suit a spontaneous coffee stop, fresh bread purchase, or dessert pickup.

Use the map to compare convenience with the kind of food you want that day. For larger orders, event tables, or seasonal items, check pickup timing and availability before making the trip.

Pastry services and specialties

  • Custom cakesMade-to-order cakes for birthdays, celebrations, and other planned occasions.
  • French pastries and macaronsPatisserie-style pastries and macarons for dessert stops or gifts.
  • Greek and Italian pastriesTraditional pastries alongside baklava, spanakopita, and specialty breads.
  • Cookies and cinnamon rollsWarm cookies, cinnamon rolls, dessert pickup, and gift orders.
  • Croissants and seasonal pastriesFresh croissants, seasonal bakes, coffee, and breakfast options.
  • German breadsGerman breads, rye sourdough, deli sandwiches, and savory lunches.
  • Event dessertsCelebration cakes, decorated cookies, corporate dessert tables, and catering.

How to choose a pastry shop

  1. Start with the pastry style or baking tradition you want.
  2. Ask how far ahead custom cakes and decorated cookies must be ordered.
  3. Confirm whether seasonal pastries are available on the day you plan to visit.
  4. For catering, discuss guest numbers, delivery or pickup, and the dessert-table format.
  5. Choose a bakery that matches the occasion, from breakfast to a formal celebration.
  6. Check whether shipped cookie gifts or savory lunch options fit your needs.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I order custom cakes from a pastry shop in Atlanta?

The guide includes pastry shops offering custom cakes, layer cakes, cake slices, cheesecake, cobbler desserts, and celebration orders. Contact the shop early with the date, serving size, design, flavors, and pickup requirements so the order can be scheduled properly.

Which Atlanta pastry shops are good for a coffee and dessert stop?

Patisseries and bakeries offering French pastries, macarons, croissants, coffee, and breakfast items are natural choices for a casual stop. If you want a particular pastry, ask about the day’s selection and whether seating or takeaway is more practical.

Can pastry shops in Atlanta handle event orders?

Some entries offer catering, decorated cookies, celebration cakes, corporate events, and dessert tables. Discuss the event date, quantities, presentation, dietary details, and pickup or delivery arrangements before placing a larger order.

Where can I find specialty breads in Atlanta?

The selection includes bakeries known for specialty breads, German breads, rye sourdough, and Greek or Italian baked goods. Ask when fresh loaves are produced and whether larger quantities can be held for collection.

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