Mouthwatering Bakeries in Indianapolis

Coat Check Coffee

★★★★★ 4.7 (593) • $$

"This is probably my favorite place to get coffee. It can get crowded at times, so seating can be a challenge. Sometimes we have to sit on the couches, instead of at a table. The upstairs is great, but it isn't always open. Their coffee is great. Their chocolate latte is amazing, but the drip coffee, espresso, and cappuccinos are all good too."

Rosie's Place

★★★★☆ 4.2 (442) • $$

"We love it! Great food & great service! Only Complaint is it's very tiny and usually Has a pretty good wait. While this just goes to show how good it is, definitely makes it a little rough to get in sometimes."

Heidelberg Haus

★★★★★ 4.5 (315) • $$

"Wow. So impressed by this cafe and bakery. But honestly it's so much more. It's a great spot for German food but a super interesting and eclectic shop as well. Right off 465 too. I recommend seating at the counter. Start with the food. Definitely ask the staff for their favorite items if you don't know where to start. Basically you get a wiener, German potato salad (warmed) and bread. I got the farmers brat and it was great. While you are waiting for food take a look around, grab some of their delicious bakery items or fresh bread. Great prices too. Don't forget to grab a photo with the gnome outside."

Rene's Bakery

★★★★★ 4.6 (270) • $$

"This bakery is absolutely the best! What ever you purchase will exceed your expectations."

Rosies Place

★★★★☆ 3.9 (354) • $$

"Excellent service, food and ambience. The location is on Main Street in Zionsville which is the perfect spot to take a stroll after eating a delicious brunch along with a few carefully selected treats from their bakery. Our brunch included "made to order" omelettes, pancakes, potatoes, awesome coffee & more! Whether visiting for breakfast, brunch or lunch, everything tastes awesome but you might want to consider the mantra "life is short, eat dessert first!" The restaurants bakery makes generously sized treats that made our visit even more memorable! Highly recommend!"

Rise 'n Roll Bakery

★★★★★ 4.5 (199) • $

"Rise n Roll has friendly staff and delicious options. We love to get their homemade butters and jams. And their donuts. And their pies. And and and....They really do have delicious food. The donuts are my personal favorite as they offer so many different kinds. I don't have a personal favorite but I will say that of the word "crunch" or the words "peanut butter" are in the names, you simply can't go wrong. Bought two dozen for family who were visiting from out of state and each one was a hit. We WILL be back!"

Bread Basket Cafe & Bakery

★★★★★ 4.7 (179) • $$

"Bread Basket Cafe & Bakery is a popular upscale cafe in the heart of Danville. The cafe is in an old house that has been remodeled to serve guests. The place is immaculate with an artsy vibe. We were greeted immediately, but hypnotized by the large case of amazing fresh homemade pies near the front. We were seated at a cozy table with pillows on our benches. Charity, our server, was friendly and attentive. The menu offers breakfast until 11 a.m., then lunch. I had a bowl of chicken soup which comes with a slice of their homemade bread toasted. The soup was thick and creamy and the noodles tasted freshly made. The soup and toast were delicious and filling. My husband had the ham and swiss sandwich, which also come their homemade bread. There was an apricot jam on the ham which added dimension to the sandwich and was delicious. The sandwich was served with kettle chips. We left no room for the pie....next time. You can buy cakes, pies and breads to go home. Prices are on the high side, but the food is definitely high quality. There is a dedicated parking lot next to the building. An accessible entrance and parking are in the rear."

Titus Bakery

★★★★★ 4.5 (186) • $

"Was in Lebanon for an appointment and stopped in here for the first time. The doughnuts were amazing as was the coffee. I can see why this is a Lebanon institution and I'll be back for lunch!"

Crumbl - Fishers

★★★★☆ 4 (226) • $$

"Quick, efficient. Crumbl. You're getting what you order. No problems ordered many times. Not my type of cookie."

The Flying Cupcake

★★★★☆ 4 (222) • $$

"Got a vegan vanilla birthday cake cupcake. It was extremely delicious - moist, not too sweet, and well portioned. The staff was kind & the vibe is eclectic. Definitely worth a visit."

Illinois Street Food Emporium

★★★★☆ 4.2 (194) • $$

"This neighborhood gem has been around for many years, and is still well-loved by the locals! I dropped in one day to do a bit of work and have brunch. I stood in line to order and had a nice conversation with a woman who said her swim group came here after their class at the Rivi. It was just before lunch and the place was hopping! I ordered at the counter and sat down with my number, only to wait a few minutes before my food was delivered. I chose the Greek scrambler at the recommendation of the very sweet employee taking my order. It was served with fresh fruit and two slices of wheat toast. For the price, it was definitely a deal, and the eggs were cooked perfectly to my liking. The fruit was indeed fresh and sweet, and the coffee was flavorful. They have a bakery case with cookies/pastries and a coffee bar. Also, the nice woman I talked with raved about their prepared meals in the refrigerated case by the door. They had quiches, soups, meals, even flatbread pizzas to go! Everything was very reasonably priced, as well. The dining area was quite clean and there were no tables in need of bussing.I'm definitely going to return to try a couple of their prepared items at my next visit!"

Titus Bakery & Deli

★★★★☆ 4.4 (167) • $

"Titus serves more than delicious donuts. They serve deli sandwiches using Boar's Head meats and freshly made rolls. This was my first visit to the Westfield location of this local chain. Getting in to the strip mall off SR32 is a little challenging because you have to use an access road. There is a drive-up or you can ho inside and see all the award-winning colorful donuts and confectioneries. The staff is friendly and efficient. You order at the counter and wait for your sandwich. You pick the sandwich all the ingredients that you want on the sandwich.They have 8 tables and seat about 20 people. There is also a room for private parties or meetings. I sip coffee as I wait for my sandwich. The coffee is self-serve and good. My Roast Beef sandwich is good. The bread is fresh and the tomato actually is thick and has flavor. The banana peppers and tangy mayonnaise add flavor to my perfect sandwich. They make beautiful birthday cakes and host kid's birthday parties in their private room. Parties include a magic show and kid's decorate their own donuts."

Taylor's Bakery

★★★★☆ 4.3 (169) • $

"Taylor's Bakery is a true staple in Indy, and I've loved this place since I was a child. We typically get our birthday cakes from here because, "It has to be from Taylor's." The cakes are always delicious, and the service is consistently on point and the staff is sooo nice and welcoming.However, I've had a couple of experiences recently that have been a bit frustrating. On the past two occasions I've gone to order a cake, the order has been wrong when I've gone to pick it up. I think the communication between the person taking the order and the pastry chef could be improved, as I know a couple other people who have gone through the same thing. It's a bit of a letdown, especially when you're expecting a 5 minute pick up order that turns into 20 because they have to redo your order the way it should have been.That said, I'm hopeful they can address this issue, because aside from this hiccup, I have no other complaints!"

Crumbl - Keystone Shoppes

★★★★☆ 4.2 (150)

"Someone brought a box of Crumbl cookies into the office. They were pretty tasty, although sweeter than I expected. But when I looked up the ingredients, WOOF. When I hear "baked from scratch daily" the scratch I'm thinking of does not include tetrasodium pyrophosphate. I think I will stick with local bakers."

Prufrock Coffee

★★★★☆ 4.3 (142) • $$

"This is my second visit to Prufrock after they changed ownership and I love the change. Inside Prufrock there are many places to sit, and has the perfect vibe for working remotely. They have mixed seating upstairs and more secluded seating downstairs. When I went up to the bar to order, I was greeted by a friendly barista. The barista asked me what I'd like to order and I asked if they had chai lattes. I was assured about the chai options and was grateful for the variety. My order took less than five minutes to make and during that time I found a great place to sit and set up my laptop. Maybe the chai latte wasn't the best choice but I will be back to try some of their other options. I appreciate the eclectic aesthetic and roomy seating. I will definitely be back in the near future!"

Jack's Donuts

★★★★☆ 3.8 (136) • $

"I had just gotten out of an appointment and was craving Jacks Donuts. I had not been to Jack's in quite a while, so this was good for me to visit this location again. It is just as how I remembered it, and was very clean inside. The ambiance is very good and much more organized than the last time I was here. The donuts are awesome and come in a variety of flavors. The fruity pebbles donut is the best! I was so happy to see that they had gluten free donuts, so I picked up a half dozen of them to take home. The woman behind the counter was very professional and nice and took good care of me, so I was happy to see that! These days I am eating healthy and trying to take better care of myself, but I had to have some donuts every now and then, so was proud to be in the area and pick up some Jack's Donuts. Jack's Donuts are high quality in my opinion and they taste amazing!! They always get creative with their flavors, which I appreciate very much! Everyone should experience Jack's Donuts in Indiana because it is worth trying once. You will not be disappointed!"

Kim's Kakery, Bakery & Cafe

★★★★☆ 4.3 (105) • $

"Have not been in a while, but I'm sure it's still the high quality bakery with gluten free pastries on some items"

The Homestead

★★★★★ 4.8 (76)

"Breakfast Croissant 10/10!First time here and it didn't disappoint. I got some to go items and a hot meal as well. I'll definitely be back. This place is the perfect place to go if you want meals frozen for a gift."

Homemade Ice Cream & Bakery Café

★★★★☆ 4.1 (102)

"Homemade is part bakery that makes fabulous pies, cakes and other baked goods. They also make wonderful soups and sandwiches. My experience has been different depending on the day of the week that I go. My first visit, on a Sunday, they were crazy crowded, there was a long line to order and it was hard to find a table. So, I came back a during the week and the restaurant was peaceful, the clerks were happy and eager to wait on us. They checked on us and made sure we had everything we needed. I tried the soup/sandwich combo. My food came out quickly and there was even a surprise on my plate. I had the Lobster Bisque soup which was velvety fabulous. The French Dip had fresh chewy bread and moist roast beef and the au jus was perfect. They also included a sweet croissant that was an unexpected treat. Oh man , what a great lunch. Their ice cream is very good but the pie is out of this world. I highly recommend the rhubarb, which is definitely made with fresh rhubarb. It's a perfect blend of tart and sweet with crystallized sugar on top. The dining room is comfortable with a mix of booths and tables. Their covered patio overlooks a small pond and has additional seating. For the best experience, go during the week. The pies and cakes were all fresh on my Tuesday visit. And the mid-week staff is phenomenal. They do a robust carry out business and you can buy cakes to go. They do have a kids menu. I'm giving the week day crew 5 stars."

Rise’n Roll Bakery

★★★★★ 4.7 (67)

"Over the top, friendly service, beautiful upscale venue and great pastries make this Rise'n Roll Bakery on easy 5. This Amish inspired bakery is large, selling everything from Amish eggs to peach fry cakes. Fresh pastries were coming out of the oven when we entered. We bought a recommended favorite cinnamon powdered donut and several fry cakes. Fry cakes are decadent hand-held popovers filled with fruit and covered with a sugar glaze. Everything we tried was delicious, so good that we took some fry cakes home. The friendly clerks told us about daily specials that will keep us coming back for more. There is interesting, modern, Amish-themed decor throughout the store. Seating is comfortable and clean at their cafe tables. Coffee is simple and good. Rise'n Roll Bakery is a Indiana-based franchise that start in Middlebury, Indiana. The recipes have Amish origins and ingredients are fresh. There is plenty of parking (with nice wide spaces) including ADA parking in the strip mall."

Vanilla Bean Bakery

★★★★☆ 4.2 (83) • $

"This small shop has a variety of baked goods with focus on cupcakes and chocolate covered items. Along the sides of the shop are packaged items that are priced individually like chocolate covered oreos decorated in themes like superheroes or winter. There is also a display case at the order counter where you can see a variety of cupcakes, some cookie options, and more chocolate options.The staff were patient and helpful and we were soon able to make our selections.It isn't the widest variety of baked goods around. I didn't see a lot of pastries here. Also, at the time of my visit, there were only a couple of each type of cupcake on display. Don't worry, they have plenty in the back if you want more of a specific type.If you have a sweet tooth, stop on by to see what may grab your interest. They are located in a stripmall so there is plenty of parking available close by.Review #3497"

Cinnaholic

★★★★☆ 3.8 (90) • $

"If you are looking for a delicious cinnamon rolls Cinnaholic is the spot to try! They not only have giant cinnamon rolls, brownies, cookies and ready to eat cookie dough. I have so far only tried the cinnamon rolls and they were really tasty all 3 times that I have been. The Cookie Monster roll has cream cheese frosting, cookie dough, and chocolate syrup. It's very dessert like. It even has chocolate chips. My last trip I had the roll with chopped fresh apple, caramel, and walnuts. The perfect fall treat. You can get rolls by the dozen if you need more than one. They even have bite size ones. Their website has tons of info. Lots of options for a holiday, office party, or family get together."

BreadWorks at Broad Ripple

★★★★☆ 4.2 (72) • $$

"Love a spot like this in walking distance from my house!! Got an assortment of doughnuts and muffins, a loaf of sourdough bread, a large coffee and a sprite. All for just under $30 so very reasonable compared to other coffee shops! Carmel apple donut was my fav. Loved the variety and all the breakfast/lunch options sounded great too. Very cozy inside, but we popped in and out and service was super friendly!"

Mad Llama Coffee

★★★★☆ 4.2 (69) • $

"Great little spot for a coffee and a breakfast bite. Super friendly staff that were extra accommodating to our pup."

Carl's Donuts & Bakery

★★★★☆ 4.2 (69)

"Carl's is a locally-owned combination cafe and donut shop located in a little strip mall in Avon. The donuts are no secret as we followed a line of cars into the parking lot on a Sunday morning. There was a line of people waiting patiently to select their donuts when we walked in. There were many cases filled with fresh donuts, fritters, danish, turnovers and more. Two clerk were assisting customers, most of whom were buying several dozen donuts. I got a glazed donut and my husband got an apple fritter. The fritter was bigger than his head. My glazed donut was a cake donut. It was light with a perfect glaze. The apple fritter was like a coffee cake with lots of apples and a glazed topping. He shared the fritter with our granddaughters. There was plenty to go around. The cafe serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. They have daily meal specials. The lady in line ahead of us said the pork tenderloin is the best in town. Pork tenderloin is only served Monday-Thursday. We'll have to come back. They have about 20 tables for eat-in dining. There is a unisex restroom. Stop #4 of the donut trail will require a return visit."

Gramz Bakery

★★★★☆ 4.3 (65) • $

"I like a coffee shop with a good bakery selection, and Gramz Bakery has many baked goods. I saw lots of flavors of muffins, pecan rolls, cinnamon rolls, scones, banana bread, cookies, cupcakes and lots more. I got a banana nut muffin and a cinnamon roll. The cinnamon rolls was just OK, but the banana nut muffin was stellar. It had a somewhat sticky toffee top, and the whole shebang was tender and ultra banana-y. I also got a cup of black coffee, and it, too, was stellar. It almost had a fruity, wine-like flavor. Kind of bizarre and unusual but in the best way. This bakery / coffee shop is located in downtown Columbus. Parking is on the street and around the corner in the neighborhoods."

Artisan Bakery

★★★★★ 4.7 (53) • $$

"To begin with, this bakery is hands down my go-to place for cakes! Every single creation they offer is a perfect blend of flavor, texture, and presentation. Their cakes are incredibly delicious, leaving me and everyone I've shared them with completely satisfied.In addition, their variety is unmatched. Whether you're in the mood for a classic chocolate cake or something more adventurous, they always have the perfect option. Every cake is fresh, moist, and bursting with flavor.Moreover, the bakery's attention to detail and consistency is exceptional. No matter the occasion, their cakes are always a hit, making them the centerpiece of any celebration.Furthermore, I've recommended this bakery to my colleagues and friends, and they've all fallen in love with it too. This place truly stands out for its dedication to quality and excellence. If you're looking for a bakery that delivers unforgettable cakes every time, this is the one!"

Flying Cupcake Bakery

★★★★☆ 3.7 (81) • $

"I lived in Indy for two years. I tell everyone Flying Cupcake was my best friend. This location has extremely friendly staff. Everyday cupcake flavors are listed on the Facebook page, you also have the option to call. After I became a regular so of the employees would call me to let me know the Lemon Vegan cupcake was in stock. I LOVE the lemon vegan cupcakes and I'm not vegan.Also, the bakery has a selection of cookies, cookie dough and brownie batter. Try the brownie batter, it will surprise you. It is very good. Oh and the birthday cake cookie dough is pretty addictive. Flying Cupcake offers reward points for every purchase. Sadly, COVID hit before I was able to use my points. I'm super bummed I wasn't able to say goodbye to this bakery prior to my departure. This bakery always brought a smile to my face during a difficult two years. I'm rooting for this bakery to have an amazing rebound after Covid. Although I won't be there in person, I'll be on Etsy buying whatever I can. This place is great. It is a must try!"

Smittybread Bakery

★★★★★ 4.9 (46) • $

"I had a delicious sandwich here and amazing chocolate croissants! So excited to have a bakery in town. I look forward to trying out more of their bread--especially their sourdough. Bonus: There is a discount on day-old bread and pastries. Still delicious, and will save you a bit of cash!"

Please & Thank You

★★★★☆ 4.4 (56) • $$

"I was given a gift card to the café "please and thank you", which is located at the end of Mass Ave right across from the Bottleworks District. A friend and I walked in 15 minutes before close. Yeah we were those people however, we just wanted a cookie. The staff were very polite and told us about what they typically serve. I ordered a sugar cookie that had yellow icing and a smiley face on top. It was melt in your mouth delicious. Also they gave us a chocolate chip cookie on the house"

Stone House Restaurant & Bakery

★★★★★ 4.5 (52) • $

"I think I cheated myself by not getting here in time for lunch. And yes, the pies were nearly gone by the time I arrived too. At mid afternoon, I decided to pick up some cookies to go. They were fresh and tasty (even the ones I had the next day). And I was pleasantly surprised by the upbeat attitude of the young man attending the cash register/cookie counter. With good food and demeanor, I would gladly make an effort to get here a bit sooner!Review #2790"

Gasthof Amish Village

★★★★☆ 3.9 (69) • $$

"This little Amish buffet is in the middle of nowhere and fills the need for an empty belly and the need to get away for the afternoon. This little gem is a hotel, restaurant and shopping experience all in one. The fresh Amish goods you love are served on the buffet and they have a nice bakery where you can purchase all kinds of desserts. From the home made noodles to the home made bread, butter, apple butter and just about anything else you can think of this is your spot! Come check them out and enjoy a nice drive to central southern Indiana."

Great Harvest Bread

★★★★☆ 4.4 (53) • $$

"Wonderful place! Five star baked goods and five star service all day long. My personal favorite: big scones, some crunch on the outside and cakey on the inside. Everything is great: breads, cinnamon rolls, fruit bars, sandwiches, cookies - it's all delicious. Not much else to say, this place is awesome! Follow them on Twitter for updates."

Crumble Coffee & Bakery

★★★★☆ 4.1 (53) • $$

"We visited Crumble when our favorite Bloomington bakery was closed. But I'm kind of glad that the other bakery was closed, because I got to discover Crumble, another fine Bloomington bakery. I wanted something sweet but I didn't know what to order, so two things: an almond scone and a blueberry croissant. The blueberry croissant was really good and unusual -- I had never had a fruit croissant before. The scone was huge and good, too. They had a lot of different pastries and baked good to choose from.I got a cup of black coffee to go, and it was OK -- it was a little bitter, but I bet it would have tasted better with cream and sugar (although I don't take my coffee with cream and sugar, so that was the problem)."

The Flying Cupcake

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (74) • $$

"I found a vegan chocolate cupcake that tasted delicious. 10/10 would get it again. However, like most of the reviews the service was underwhelming. The person working had headphones in and was clearly taking a personal call. All of my questions were answered with a very annoyed tone, after telling the person on the other end of the call to hang on. It definitely impacts the experience and makes me want to find a different place with a better customer service, because it's important for the overall experience. I am giving it a four-star because I think the cake was worth it. However I don't recommend people visit the facility because of the customer service that I experienced."