
The city of Bradenton has more to offer than beautiful houses, friendly neighbors, and plenty of sunshine. It's also home to some of the area's best bakeries. When our real estate agents are in the mood for a tasty treat, they love making a stop at one of their favorite sweet spots.
The decadent delights you'll find in these shops are totally worth taking a break from your New Year's resolutions, if only for a day. We've created a list of our favorite Bradenton bakeries, so you can see for yourself what all the buzz is about.
- Arte Caffe 930 12th St W, Bradenton
If you're looking for an eclectic and fun place to live, you'll definitely want to check out Bradenton homes for sale near the Village of the Arts. While you're there, stop by the Arte Caffe for fresh-made baked goods including authentic Italian breads, focaccia, bagels, and hard rolls. Take your treats to go or enjoy them in the front dining room, indoor café, or outside seating area.
- CopaMoca: 1506 13th St. W, Bradenton
Specializing in Italian sweets and coffees, CopaMoca provides a perfectly relaxing atmosphere to help you escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Here you'll find a wide selection of traditional Italian cookies, scones, cannoli's, biscotti, and more. Relax in the café and take your time sipping on an espresso, macchiato, whole-leaf tea, or a cup of chocolate with steamed milk.
- Edible Elegance by Eli: 3737 Manatee Ave. W, Bradenton
If you want to make your next event or special occasion memorable, look no further than the delicious creations from Edible Elegance by Eli. With almost limitless flavor combinations and even greater creativity, Eli's cakes, party packages, and custom-made sweets are sure to please any crowd.
- Turner's Donut Shop: 902 Martin Luther King Jr Ave. W, Bradenton
Ask any Bradenton local where to find the best donuts in the city, and you'll get the same answer. Turner's Donut Shop has been a staple of Bradenton since 1960, with good reason. The fresh-made donuts, fritters, and breakfast sandwiches are literally the stuff of legends. Expect to deal with limited parking and a packed house but know that it will be 100 percent worth the wait.
- Hometown Desserts: 5120 Manatee Ave. W, Bradenton
With locations in Bradenton and on Anna Maria Island, Hometown Desserts is a favorite among both locals and visitors. The artistry and attention to detail that goes into every single item is something you'll simply have to see to believe. Pick up some homemade pie, cupcakes, or cookies or order a custom-made cake that's sure to "wow" any crowd.
- Sugar Cubed: 531 13th St. W, Bradenton
For a modern twist on traditional baked goods, you can't go wrong with a visit to Sugar Cubed. A self-proclaimed "pastry lab," this shop prides itself on baking innovation. Here you'll find deliciously surprising menu items like blueberry ginger muffins, butterbeer cupcakes, and salted caramel pretzel brownies. Of course, you can also find traditional favorites including chocolate-covered strawberries, key lime pie, and fresh-made cinnamon buns. No matter what you're craving, there's bound to be something at Sugar Cubed that will leave you feeling satisfied.
Outstanding bakeries and cafes are just one of the things that make Bradenton a great place to live and work. Contact us at Wagner Realty today and let us show you even more reasons to make "The Friendly City" your new home.