Best Bakery and Cake Shops in Guelph

"Located among the many quirky stores and art galleries of James Street North, the Mulberry Street Coffee House enjoys a historic setting, with a romantic interior atmosphere created by old chandeliers, couches and terrazzo flooring. The menu is a perfect match for its overall vintage vibe, and is definitely not to be missed for those with an appetite for lighter and healthier options. Plus, on the other side of the café, you can find De Facto at Mulberry, an art gallery that exhibits works from emerging local artists."

"A post shared by Mulberry Coffee House (@mulberrycoffee) on Oct 6, 2017 at 9:30am PDT. This James Street North pillar offers vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free foods made using organic, local ingredients. In addition to their delicious cafe menu and selection of specialty bagels, look forward to the $5.50 Westender Breakfast Sandwich on a housemade whole wheat bun filled with a fried egg, havarti, caramelized onions, arugula, and fresh tomato slice."

"This James Street North coffee shop not only has an incredible atmosphere, but it also boasts an inclusive menu. While majority of their baked goods are both vegan and gluten free, their donuts are the real showstoppers. Handcrafted with love, their donuts make delicious eats much more accessible for those with dietary restrictions."

"Planted in Hamilton doesn’t see dietary limitations as restrictions — they see them as an opportunity to push the boundaries of what is possible with plants. Everything that is served at Planted in Hamilton is both vegan and gluten-free, making them the perfect spot for those with food sensitivities. Their regular menu offers a variety of shareables, salads, sandwiches, mains and sides."

"In their relaxed cafe setting slightly hidden away on John Street South, vegan foodies can savour plant-based goodness in the form of hearty tofu bowls, satisfying salads & sandwiches, nachos, mac ‘n cheese, and tantalizing gluten-free baked goods. Live music routinely populates the restaurant’s front corner, adding even more to the chill communal energy that Planted has nailed."

"While most of us are self-isolating at home, it can be easy to say “screw it” and nosh on some junk food for lunch. Don’t get us wrong: we love our chips and chocolate too. But when your body needs a break and you want to switch it up to something both delicious and healthy, Planted in Hamilton has got you covered."

"A photo posted by Cake and Loaf Market (@cakeandloafmarket) on Jan 26, 2017 at 12:58pm PST. With a flagship storefront and a second location in the Hamilton Farmers’ Market, Cake and Loaf’s dreamy desserts make for the perfect Instagram photo. Co-owners and bakers Josie Rudderham and Nicole Miller can do it all – from cookies, cakes, and cupcakes to pies, butter tarts, and cinnamon buns."

"For ethically sourced desserts locals love, look no further than this from-scratch bakery with two locations in Hamilton. The menu is stacked with everything from cookies and brownies to macarons and tarts. Pies and tall cakes are popular, but it's their holiday treats (Valentine's Day, Easter, Halloween, etc.) that you'll really want to taste (and photograph!)."

"Price: $32 Dates: February 11 – 13; Order deadline February 8 | NoonContact Details: 321 Dundurn St S, Hamilton; Phone: (289) 389 6581"

"Democracy* is unquestionably one of Locke Street’s favourite coffee shops. Endeavouring to be equal parts cafe, vegan eatery, and community space, Democracy* thrives on being an open, welcoming environment that also happens to serve killer vegan bites. Tofu Banh Mi and Big Mac pizzas are eye-catching offerings, but that’s just the tip of the iceberg in a stacked plant-based menu filled with share plates and sizeable entrees."

"Democracy on Locke understands that dietary restrictions shouldn’t stand in the way of access to delicious, indulgent food. The coffee shop sells plenty of vegan and gluten-free goods, allowing a wider demographic to come in and enjoy their food. While all of their food is great (have you tried their nachos?) we’re really big fans of their donuts."

"Democracy on Locke is a proudly vegan and vegetarian friendly café. Located on Locke Street, Democracy is a great spot for friends to gather and grab a bite to eat. Democracy’s extensive menu is ever-evolving, making sure to always incorporate both fresh and local ingredients."

"You may have spotted Hello Baked’s sugar cookie versions of nail polish bottles, tiny tacos and electric guitars on Instagram’s ‘explore’ page—these edible canvases are the handiwork of owner Jessica Lee. She opened the Hello Baked Sugar Shop (kitty-corner to buzzy brunch spot Motel) in late 2017, continuing her custom cookie orders while dishing out local wares and gift-boxed treats. The pièce de try-to-resistance?"

"Address: 342 Barton St E.Phone: (289) 389-5505Email: info@hellobaked.com. Hello Baked is fuelled by a love for sweets that taste just as good as they look. We create and curate a selection for hand-crafted confections and specialty giftware for those with discerning tastes and artistic sensibilities."

"These guys don’t have as diverse an offering as some others on our list, but if you’re looking for a great cupcake, you can’t go wrong with Bitten. While they may be famous for their over-the-top cupcakes, their butter tarts are some of the best in the city."

"The family owned and operated donut shop has been hand-making donuts every morning for more than 30 years. With over 120 years of combined experience, the shop’s four bakers only use the finest ingredients and traditional methods to produce their remarkable donuts. Grandad’s has over 30 different flavours to choose from."

"A Hamilton classic, Grandad’s Donuts are baked fresh daily on site at 3 AM. Grandad’s Donuts is a family owned and operated coffee and donut shop that has been making donuts for over 30 years now. Located near the waterfront, they offer amazing donuts, muffins, and other goods."

"Tried the Boston cream, apple fritter, blueberry fritter, and strawberry powdered donut. All of them were delicious and reasonably priced!"

"I won’t go into the embarrassing details, but it was on the night of my birthday, and I was drinking stupidly on an empty stomach and - anyways, the people at The Ship are good sports. Even more importantly, their food is bloody brilliant."

"Claimed to be the first eatery in the city to offer panzarottis, Valentino’s offers an incredible selection of Italian menu items from homemade mini arancini to shrimp & scallop linguine. Their pizzas are made with homemade dough and their panzarottis are some of the best you’ll ever have."

"Double check your order for take out.You will pay for something and once you get home it's missing. They dont care to offer you a credit nor replace..."

"You'll taste the difference at Breezy's thanks to their from-scratch approach to fresh, quality ingredients. You'll find generous portions of all the breakfast classics (and a great kid's menu) at this family run operation with locations in both Freelton (close to Christie Lake and Valens Conservation Areas) and the east end near Gage Park."

"This diner-inspired, family-run restaurant has a little bit of something for all ages and appetites. The restaurant’s colour palette is orange and grey with wood and chrome accents. There’s plenty of space to accommodate guests, with a multitude of tables and booths to choose from."