Looking to try the top bakeries around? Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top bakeries in Milwaukee, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to achieve your dreams.
1. Peter Sciortino's Bakery
Topping the list is Peter Sciortino's Bakery. Located at 1101 E. Brady St. in Lower East Side, the bakery is the highest rated business of its kind in Milwaukee, boasting 4.5 stars out of 79 reviews on Yelp.
The business boasts fresh ingredients and locally sourced products, according to its website. Baked goodies include breakfast pastries, cakes, cookies, Italian breads, rolls doughnuts and more. Check out the website for a complete list of offerings and more information.
Margaret R. said, "This place is the real deal—an old-school Italian bakery. I mostly get cookies here, which are amazing. They're small in size and sold by the pound. Each is different, each is delicious and they have more varieties than you can imagine. I bring these as gifts often, and they are always a hit."
2. Amaranth Bakery & Cafe
Next up is Walnut Hill's Amaranth Bakery & Cafe, situated at 3329 W. Lisbon Ave. With 4.5 stars out of 60 reviews on Yelp, the bakery and cafe, which offers soup and more, has proven to be a local favorite.
Breads, cookies, muffins and pies are on offer, as are sandwiches, quiche and other bread-centric fare. Stop by the counter and grab some sweets to go, or dine in. The menu rotates with the seasons. Expect soups, salads and brioche served daily.
Yelper Kyle T. said, "I love this little bakery. The second you open the door and walk in, you're greeted by the fantastic aroma of their food. The food is delicious too. The owner is always very polite and very helpful. I also love the atmosphere. It's quiet, friendly and peaceful."
3. Miss Molly's Cafe & Pastry Shop
Miss Molly's Cafe & Pastry Shop, a cafe and bakery in Mount Mary, is another much-loved go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 43 Yelp reviews. Head over to 9201 W. Center St. to see for yourself.
"Miss Molly's is a cafe that offers fresh meals and a scratch-made bakery served by people who care about the food we serve," according to the website. Baked goods include scones, muffins, breakfast pastries, cookies, cakes and other desserts.
Hungry for a meal? This spot's menu features breakfast fare like the turkey bacon bagel with poached egg, and lunch fare like the tuna melt sandwich with sharp cheddar and the turkey burger with Swiss cheese. Check out the menus here.
Erik J., who reviewed it on Sept. 22, wrote, "I love their coffee, cookies and tarts! Just a great place to hang out and get some coffee, a desert and maybe breakfast."
4. Batches
Finally, there's Batches, a Historic Third Ward favorite with 4.5 stars out of 27 reviews. Stop by 401 E. Erie St. to hit up the bakery, which offers coffee, tea, ice cream and more, next time you're in the mood.
This pastry-centric cafe also offers caffeinated beverages to pair with your fare. Menu options include breakfast breads, pastries, brownies, cookies, and unique choices like vegan cheesecake and banana toffee cake. Get a scoop of ice cream on the side. Here's the menu.
Adam M., who reviewed it on Nov. 29, said, "Batches is a hidden gem amongst the coffee shops and bakeries of Milwaukee. I've had most of the scones and muffins at least once now, and I have yet to be underwhelmed. The staff are all very kind and go out of their way to assure your satisfaction."
