Best Bakery and Cake Shops in Ajax

"A hot day staple on Ossington, Bang Bang Ice Cream & Bakery offers customers excellent ice cream sandwiches. Whether you prefer your ice cream inside a sammie, a choux, or a bubble-waffle cone, you won’t be disappointed at this small-but-mighty shop that has both gluten free and vegan options for those interested. Even though this sweet spot “officially” closes at 10:00 p.m., don’t be surprised to find it still serving customers well past closing during the summer months!"

"Toronto’s most famous ice cream sandwich can be found at Bang Bang on Ossington Avenue. The now iconic ice cream sandwich shop in Toronto opened its doors in 2014. Local foodies quickly caught wind and queues begun snaking down the street at the first whiff of warm weather (and during cooler temps too, if we’re honest)."

"What is it: A classic French bakery in the Riverside neighborhood that's been serving some of the city's most delicious freshly baked croissants, quiches, tartes and omelettes for over twenty years now. You'll smell the alluring aroma of baguettes and pastries before you step foot in the quaint café. Why go: The bakers start their routine at 4am every day to ensure that you get the flakiest, most buttery French viennoiseries, croissants and boules around."

"A favourite among locals, Bonjour Brioche is a bakery café on Queen Street East just east of Broadview. The all-day sandwich and patisserie menu is heavenly!. The scent of freshly baked goods is just the beginning, because the cute café also delivers on taste!"

"Bonjour Brioche brings a French twist to the land of brunch spots in Leslieville. Choice dishes include poached eggs on salmon with hollandaise on top of a croissant or their croque madame, a cheesier version of their croque monsieur."

"Butter Baker is a Toronto-based French bakery, and they’ve now got a location in Markham!. Find everything from croissants to chiffon cakes – heaven on earth for all of the baked goods. Their soft serve is actually only available from April through October, and the flavours change up every month – some recent flavours include Strawberry Vanilla soft serve and Guava Vanilla soft serve!"

"Find it: 120 Dundas Street West; @butterbakerto; butter-baker.com. The lowdown: Sweet tooth lovers rejoice!. This tiny gem of a bakery satisfies every bit of my sugar-filled cravings with their baked goods ranging from deliciously flaky danishes to incredibly smooth and creamy soft serve ice cream."

"To start us off, Butter Baker has a rotation of different ice cream flavours that fare beautifully alone, or as a vanilla swirl. Flavours include apricot, lemon poppyseed, and raspberry. Address: 120 Dundas Street WestPhone: 416-971-8686"

"The Dream of China cake, with its strawberry mousse and passion fruit coulis, impressed McEwan. “Love the mini macaron and lovely tempered chocolate,” he said. “The passion fruit and berry work really well together.” 1419 Danforth Ave., $7.50"

"The Good Goods recommend that if you’re new to mochins (mochi muffins), then their classic mochi set is a must try. It comes with six of their classic flavours: OG matcha, white chocolate hojicha, sesame, churro crunch, butter mochin, and coffee. Orders can be placed online."

"This year, Bobbette & Belle is offering decorative sugar cookies. No word on the exact design yet, but if the cakes are a clue of what’s to come, then you can expect some gorgeous looking cookies!. If sugar cookies aren’t you’re thing, you can always grab one of the chocolate-dipped gingerbread men, Fleur de Sel cookies or the handmade shortbread."

"From macarons to cupcakes and meringues, Bobbette & Belle is a favourite for many Torontonians. The custom designed wedding cakes may have been what put Bobbette & Belle on the map, but the macrons, cupcakes and artisanal treats are what made them an institution in the city of Toronto. This business is featured in the following Smart Lists:"

"These guys might be known for their pies and and their cakes, but they do a mean cookie, too. Order them by the tray – that's the kind of portion size we like to see – and nibble your way through ginger cookies, caramelised pecan squares, chocolate fleur de sel cookies, shortbread and alfajores. bobbetteandbelle.com"

"On weekdays, Ricarda’s Toronto location is home to the entertainment and ad agency crowd, but on Sunday, it’s all-you-can-eat buffet time, and kids are more than welcome. This vast Mediterranean venue turns out a spread with literally everything you could think of, from house-baked breads and pastries to fresh seafood. Beyond the dining, there’s lots to keep kiddos entertained, including live jazz, a bouncy castle, and an architecturally stunning atrium where they can have fun running around."

"Another appearance of a live jazz band, but we’re not complaining!. Ricarda’s, located right downtown on Peter Street, is a more upscale version of the all-you-can-eat brunch experience. The ambiance of the restaurant is beautiful and bustling, with gold embellishments popping up everywhere."

"The sleek interior design of Ricardas is immediately relaxing, including marble tables with hardwood floors. The space is inviting with its clean lines, but it is worth staying for the baked goods alone. Breakfast is a treat any day of the week, but especially Sundays with live jazz."

"When stepping into Thobors Boulangerie you’ll feel like you have been transported to France. With a large French flag hanging behind the counter and the aroma of all the freshly baked Parisian delicacies, Thobors is one of the top spots for croissants in the city. It’s so popular that the bakery recently expanded and added a second location to its roster."

"The mint-soaked sponge cake is an interesting twist, and the crust carries well (it is quite hard!).” 627 Mt. Pleasant Rd., $7.40"

"Greens Vegetarian Restaurant turned completely vegan in 2015, and they serve Chinese, Vietnamese, and Thai dishes. You’ll love the fresh ingredients, nutritious selections, and great service. There are appetizers, soups, vegetable dishes, noodle dishes, rice dishes, and coconut ice cream desserts."

"This little Indian takeout joint is perfect for those on a tight schedule. On Queen Street West near Chinatown, Saffron Spice Kitchen serves up arguably the most popular roti in the city – the kothu roti. Made fresh and mixed into a spicy stir-fry with a choice of protein, it’s a must-try."

"Phosome is a veg-friendly Vietnamese restaurant in Cabbagetown. They have a separate vegan menu so you can ensure that everything is prepared without animal products. Try the vegan pho, spring rolls, or spicy soup."

"is the latest seafood spot to open to rave reviews earlier this year. From lobster to oysters to black cod, this resto keeps every seafood lover’s mouth drooling. This business is featured in the following Smart Lists:"

"We’d say Fresh has sure come a long way since the juice bar they started as in 1990. With bright whites, tall ceilings, exciting floor tiles, and exposed brick, Fresh on Front is one of the most beautiful and Instagram-worthy of its other locations. Tall, mid-century style velvet seats line the bar and welcome you to grab a drink, a bite to eat, and stay a while."

"Fresh on Front set out to challenge the idea that vegetarian food had to be bland, and they delivered. Housed in a historic Front Street mansion, guests are greeted by pastel pink barstools, geometric tiled floors and pretty pot plants. While Fresh has a few locations across Toronto, this is the first with a full cocktail bar."

"You could simply describe Mysteriously Yours as “dinner and a show.” But the experience goes far beyond that: there’s fake-blood shed, lies, deceit."