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The best bakeries in Richmond

Sub Rosa Bakery leads our ranking for bakeries in Richmond. Readers voted it first in Richmond Magazine Best & Worst in 2025 and 2026. Shyndigz and Idle Hands Bread Company come next.

  1. 1Sub Rosa BakeryReaders' choice, 2025, 2026
  2. 2ShyndigzReaders' choice, 2025
  3. 3Idle Hands Bread CompanyReaders' runner-up, 2026

151 bakeries are open in and around Richmond. The top 6 are ranked first; the rest follow.

Ranked by Guide2 from readers’ polls, critics and local food writers (how we rank). Updated October 15, 2026. No restaurant pays to be listed or ranked.

The top 6

How we rank
  1. Sub Rosa Bakery
    Photo: subrosabakery.com

    1Sub Rosa Bakery

    Bakery · Richmond
    • Won Richmond Magazine Best & Worst 2025 and 2026 for bakeries, voted by readers [1]
    • #1 on Visit Richmond's bakeries list (2024) [2]
    • Richmond Magazine (2022): “Known for its perfect pastries and fresh bread, the James Beard Award-nominated bakery led by brother-and-sister duo Evrim and Evin Dogu.” [3]
    • #2 on Wanderlog's list (2025) [4]
    Where
    620 N 25th St, Richmond, VA 23223
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  2. Shyndigz
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    2Shyndigz

    Bakery · Richmond
    • Won Richmond Magazine Best & Worst 2025 for bakeries, voted by readers [5]
    • Runner-up in Richmond Magazine Best & Worst 2026 for bakeries, voted by readers [1]
    • Richmond Magazine (2022): “Cary Street shop known for its massive slices of cake and rotating "slice of the day" calendar.” [3]
    • #3 on Wanderlog's list (2025) [4]
    Where
    1912 W Cary St, Richmond, VA 23220
    Has
    Catering
    Get directionsCallWebsite

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  3. 3Idle Hands Bread Company

    Bakery · Richmond
    • Runner-up in Richmond Magazine Best & Worst 2026 for bakeries, voted by readers [1]
    • Richmond Magazine (2022): “Owner Jay Metzler crafts a variety of pastries and breads, in addition to gluten-free and vegan options.” [3]
    • #11 on Wanderlog's list (2025) [4]

    “naturally leavened”

    Where
    404 N Robinson St, Richmond, VA 23220
    Today
    Opens at 6 AM today
    Has
    Pastries
    All hours
    Mon6 AM to 5 PM
    Tue6 AM to 5 PM
    Wed6 AM to 5 PM
    Thu6 AM to 5 PM
    Fri6 AM to 5 PM
    Sat7 AM to 5 PM
    Sun7 AM to 5 PM
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  4. Pearl's Bake Shoppe
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    4Pearl's Bake Shoppe

    Bakery · Richmond
    • Finalist in Richmond Magazine Best & Worst 2025 for bakeries, voted by readers [5]
    • Richmond Magazine (2022): “Named for the owner's grandmother, Pearl's is known for its cakes, cupcakes, gluten-free options and elegant confections.” [3]
    • #20 on Wanderlog's list (2025) [4]
    Where
    5811 Patterson Ave, Richmond, VA 23226
    Today
    Opens at 10 AM today
    Has
    Takeout · Delivery
    All hours
    Mon10 AM to 4:30 PM
    Tue10 AM to 4:30 PM
    Wed10 AM to 4:30 PM
    Thu10 AM to 4:30 PM
    Fri10 AM to 4:30 PM
    Sat10 AM to 4:30 PM
    Sun10 AM to 2:30 PM
    Get directionsCallMenuWebsite

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  5. Proper Pie Co.
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    5Proper Pie Co.

    Bakery · Richmond
    • Richmond Magazine (2022): “Church Hill shop with a rotating menu of savory New Zealand-style hand pies in addition to sweet selections.” [3]
    • #1 on Wanderlog's list (2025) [4]
    • #4 on Visit Richmond's bakeries list (2024) [2]
    • #1 on Discover Richmond Tours's bakeries list [6]

    “We make our pies fresh every day, and once you have purchased one, it is removed from our available inventory and can no longer be sold to another customer.”

    Where
    2505 E Broad St #100, Richmond, VA 23223
    Today
    Opens at 12 PM today
    All hours
    MonClosed
    TueClosed
    Wed12 PM to 6 PM
    Thu12 PM to 6 PM
    Fri12 PM to 6 PM
    Sat12 PM to 6 PM
    Sun12 PM to 6 PM
    Get directionsCallWebsite

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  6. Nate's Bagels
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    6Nate's Bagels

    Bagel shop · Richmond
    • Finalist in Richmond Magazine Best & Worst 2025 for bakeries, voted by readers [5]
    • Richmond Magazine (2022): “Fresh-baked bagels daily dressed up with homemade schmears; unique breakfast sandwiches.” [3]

    “At Nate's Bagels, we believe in bringing the perfect bagel to Richmond.”

    Where
    606 W 26th St, Richmond, VA 23225
    Today
    Opens at 7 AM today
    All hours
    MonClosed
    TueClosed
    Wed7 AM to 2 PM
    Thu7 AM to 2 PM
    Fri7 AM to 2 PM
    Sat8 AM to 2 PM
    Sun8 AM to 2 PM
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More bakeries in Richmond

145 more · A to Z
  1. 7 Muffins A Day
    Photo: 7muffinsaday.com

    7 Muffins A Day

    Bakery · Midlothian

    “A Dedicated Gluten Free, Wheat Free, & Dairy Free Bakery with Vegan Options”

    Where
    11307 Polo Pl Ste B, Midlothian, VA 23113-1419
    Has
    Gluten-free options · Vegan options · Takeout · Delivery
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  2. Abc Bakers
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    Abc Bakers

    Bakery · Richmond
    Where
    3951 Westerre Pkwy, Richmond, VA 23233-1317
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  3. Anna B's Gluten Free Bakery
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    Anna B's Gluten Free Bakery

    Bakery · Mechanicsville

    “Everything we make comes from our dedicated GLUTEN-FREE facility so there's zero wheat, barley, or rye sneaking into your food.”

    Where
    7426 Brandy Creek Dr, Mechanicsville, VA 23111
    Has
    Gluten-free options · Vegan options · Takeout
    Get directionsCallWebsite

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  4. B-Side Bakehouse

    Bakery · Richmond

    “B-Side is a creative endeavor where art and science collide.”

    Where
    707 N. Sheppard Street, Richmond, VA 23221
    Today
    Opens at 8 AM today
    On the menu
    Bacon, Egg & Cheese $6.50 · Cherry & Cheese Danish $6.50 · Lemon Cruffin $6
    Has
    Pastries
    All hours
    Mon8 AM to 12 PM
    Tue8 AM to 12 PM
    Wed8 AM to 2 PM
    Thu8 AM to 2 PM
    Fri8 AM to 2 PM
    Sat8 AM to 2 PM
    Sun8 AM to 2 PM
    Get directionsCallWebsite

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  5. Baskin-Robbins
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    Baskin-Robbins

    Donut shop · Richmond
    Where
    11 S Nansemond St, Richmond, VA 23221
    Has
    Takeout · Delivery
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  6. Cameo Cakery and Cafe
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    Cameo Cakery and Cafe

    Bakery · Richmond

    “At Cameo, Christina isn't just making cakes—she's making connections.”

    Where
    306 Libbie Ave, Richmond, VA 23226
    Has
    Brunch · Gluten-free options · Vegan options
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  7. Capital Coffee & Desserts
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    Capital Coffee & Desserts

    Bakery · Richmond
    Where
    2928 W Cary St, Richmond, VA 23221
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  8. Chewy's Bagels
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    Chewy's Bagels

    Bagel shop · Richmond

    “We make every item from scratch, slow-ferment, and boil every sourdough bagel for the perfect balance of chew and crisp.”

    Where
    3138 W Cary St, Richmond, VA 23221-3504
    On the menu
    Bagel $2.50 · Cookie $3 · Muffin $3.25
    Has
    Takeout · Catering
    Order onlineDirectionsCallMenuWebsite

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  9. Cinnaholic
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    Cinnaholic

    Bakery · Midlothian

    “Our bakery is proud to serve "create your own" cinnamon rolls and other sweet treats like made from scratch brownies, cookies and edible cookie dough.”

    Where
    14225 Winterview Pkwy, Midlothian, VA 23113
    Has
    Vegan options · Catering
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  10. Coco + Hazel

    Cafe · Richmond

    “An all-day cafe specializing in coffee, milkshakes & a chef-driven menu, Bon Air's Coco + Hazel is dedicated to life's everyday pleasures.”

    Where
    2733 McRae Rd, Richmond, VA 23235
    Today
    Opens at 7:30 AM today
    Has
    Takeout · Catering · Wi-Fi · Pastries · Full bar
    All hours
    Mon7:30 AM to 8 PM
    Tue7:30 AM to 8 PM
    Wed7:30 AM to 8 PM
    Thu7:30 AM to 8 PM
    Fri7:30 AM to 9 PM
    Sat8 AM to 9 PM
    Sun8 AM to 8 PM
    Order onlineDirectionsCallMenuWebsite

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  11. Corner Bakery
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    Corner Bakery

    Bakery · Glen Allen

    “Corner Bakery Cafe is built on warmth, care, and connection—serving fresh-made food with a side of heart, and creating spaces where neighbors feel at home.”

    Where
    11000 W Broad St, Glen Allen, VA 23060-5936
    Has
    Takeout · Delivery · Catering · Wi-Fi
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  12. Cupertino's N.Y. Bagels and Deli

    Bagel shop · Henrico

    “Richmond's ONLY Authentic New York Delicatessen!”

    Where
    3621 Cox Rd, Henrico, VA 23233
    On the menu
    Cookie or bar $1.49
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  13. Cupertino's New York Bagels and Deli

    Bagel shop · Richmond
    Where
    1215 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219
    On the menu
    Cookie $1.49
    Has
    Breakfast all day · Catering · Takeout
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  14. Early Bird Biscuit Company
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    Early Bird Biscuit Company

    Bakery · Richmond

    “Early Bird Biscuit bakes fresh buttermilk biscuits from grandmother's recipe with real ingredients.”

    Where
    119 N Robinson St, Richmond, VA 23220
    Has
    Takeout · Catering
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  15. Europa Crust

    Bakery · Richmond

    “Breads simply made by hand with natural ingredients, crafted in the Old-World tradition.”

    Where
    1321 1/2 E Main St Apt 111, Richmond, VA 23219
    On the menu
    Bread whole loaf $10 · Baguette $5
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  16. Fat Rabbit
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    Fat Rabbit

    Bakery · Richmond
    Where
    2025 Venable St, Richmond, VA 23223
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Show all 145

Worth the drive

Within about half an hour of Richmond.

  1. Buttermilk Bake Shop
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    Buttermilk Bake Shop

    Bakery · Petersburg
    Where
    257 E Bank St, Petersburg, VA 23803
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  2. Donna's Baking Creations
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    Donna's Baking Creations

    Bakery · Ashland

    “I believe a cake should taste as good as it looks.”

    Where
    514 N Washington Hwy, Ashland, VA 23005-1325
    Today
    Opens at 12 PM today
    On the menu
    Mini Cakes $20 · Cinnamon Buns 4 pack $25 · Mini Cheesecakes $35
    All hours
    MonClosed
    TueClosed
    Wed12 PM to 5:30 PM
    Thu12 PM to 5:30 PM
    Fri12 PM to 5:30 PM
    Sat10:30 AM to 2 PM
    SunClosed
    Order onlineDirectionsCallMenuWebsite

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  3. Dunkin Donuts

    Donut shop · Petersburg

    “America Runs on Dunkin'®”

    Where
    2716 S Crater Rd, Petersburg, VA 23805-2404
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  4. Great American Cookies
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    Great American Cookies

    Bakery · Colonial Heights

    “A Family Recipe since 1977”

    Where
    230 Southpark Circle, Colonial Heights, VA 23834
    Has
    Catering · Takeout
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  5. Jae's Cakes

    Bakery · Powhatan

    “Custom Wedding and special event cakes.”

    Where
    955 Dorset Rd, Powhatan, VA 23139
    Today
    Opens at 8 AM today
    All hours
    Mon8 AM to 8:30 PM
    Tue8 AM to 8:30 PM
    Wed8 AM to 8:30 PM
    Thu8 AM to 8:30 PM
    Fri8 AM to 8:30 PM
    Sat10 AM to 5 PM
    Sun10 AM to 5 PM
    Get directionsMenuWebsite

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  6. Schmidt Baking Co
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    Schmidt Baking Co

    Bakery · Ashland

    “For generations, Schmidt Old Tyme has been bringing families together around the table with bread that's baked with care, tradition, and quality ingredients.”

    Where
    14140 Washington Hwy, Ashland, VA 23005
    Get directionsWebsite

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  7. Sugar Fix Bakery

    Bakery · Ashland

    “We offer a variety of custom decorated sugar cookies as well as other locally-baked goodies.”

    Where
    105 England St, Ashland, VA 23005
    Today
    Opens at 11 AM today
    On the menu
    Cookie Cake $40 · Bubba J Brownie $3.35 · Cream Cheese Pound Cake $3.35
    All hours
    MonClosed
    Tue11 AM to 4:30 PM
    Wed11 AM to 4:30 PM
    Thu11 AM to 4:30 PM
    Fri11 AM to 4:30 PM
    Sat10 AM to 2 PM
    SunClosed
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What bakeries costs in Richmond

The lowest price for each, from each restaurant’s own menu, checked October 2026.

RestaurantBreadCroissantCookie or barCake
Chewy's Bagels——$3 (Cookie)—
Cupertino's N.Y. Bagels and Deli——$1.49 (Cookie or bar)—
Cupertino's New York Bagels and Deli——$1.49 (Cookie)—
Europa Crust$5 (Baguette)———
Flour Garden Bakery—$12 (Almond croissant)——
Great Harvest Bread Company$8 (Honey Whole Wheat Bread)———
Sophia Marie Patisserie$6 (Bread)$9 (Croissant)$5 (Cookie or bar)$13 (Cake)
Sugar and Twine—$4 (Butter Croissant)$2.50 (Chocolate Chip Sea Salt Cookie)—
Valhalla Rising Bakery$16 (Cookie (Sourdough Browned Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies))—$16 (Cookie (Sourdough Browned Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies))—

How we rank

Nobody at Guide2 scores the food. The ranking adds up what Richmond’s own judges have said in public: readers’ polls count most, then critics’ standing lists, then local press and food writers. Every point is numbered and listed under Sources below. The full method.

What changed

Questions

What is the best bakeries in Richmond?
Sub Rosa Bakery. Won Richmond Magazine Best & Worst 2025 and 2026 for bakeries, voted by readers; #1 on Visit Richmond's bakeries list (2024). Shyndigz and Idle Hands Bread Company come next.
How much does bakeries cost in Richmond?
On the restaurants' own menus: bread from $5 (Europa Crust) to $16 (Valhalla Rising Bakery); croissant from $4 (Sugar and Twine) to $12 (Flour Garden Bakery); cookie or bar from $1.49 (Cupertino's N.Y. Bagels and Deli) to $16 (Valhalla Rising Bakery); cake about $13.
How many bakeries are in Richmond?
151 are open in and around Richmond as of October 2026, including 7 Muffins A Day, Abc Bakers, Alicia's Sweets & Treats, Anna B's Gluten Free Bakery, Auntie Anne's and 146 more. Within a half-hour drive there are 25 more, in Ashland, Doswell, Colonial Heights, Petersburg, Hopewell, Goochland and Powhatan.
Where can I order bakeries online in Richmond?
46 have online ordering on their own websites: Auntie Anne's, Auntie Anne's, Auntie Anne's, Auntie Anne's, Baskin-Robbins, Biltmore Donuts, Cameo Cakery and Cafe, Chewy's Bagels and 38 more.
Is 360 Donuts in Richmond still open?
No. 360 Donuts has closed. For bakeries nearby, see the list above.
Is Cakes By Barbara in Richmond still open?
No. Cakes By Barbara has closed. For bakeries nearby, see the list above.
Is Dreame Donuts in Richmond still open?
No. Dreame Donuts has closed. For bakeries nearby, see the list above.
Is Frostings in Richmond still open?
No. Frostings has closed. For bakeries nearby, see the list above.
Is Hot Diggity Donuts in Richmond still open?
No. Hot Diggity Donuts has closed. For bakeries nearby, see the list above.
Is JJ's Makery in Richmond still open?
No. JJ's Makery has closed. For bakeries nearby, see the list above.
Is Jean Jacques Bakery in Richmond still open?
No. Jean Jacques Bakery has closed. For bakeries nearby, see the list above.
Is Keto Chef To Go in Richmond still open?
No. Keto Chef To Go has closed. For bakeries nearby, see the list above.
Is Papa In's Donuts in Richmond still open?
No. Papa In's Donuts has closed. For bakeries nearby, see the list above.
Is Red Eye Cookie Company Llc in Richmond still open?
No. Red Eye Cookie Company Llc has closed. For bakeries nearby, see the list above.
Is Sweet Fix in Richmond still open?
No. Sweet Fix has closed. For bakeries nearby, see the list above.
Is Tipsy Cupcakes RVA in Richmond still open?
No. Tipsy Cupcakes RVA has closed. For bakeries nearby, see the list above.

Sources

  1. 1Richmond Magazine Best & Worst, Best & Worst 2026: Food & Drink, 2026. Checked Oct 5, 2026. Archived copy.
  2. 2Visit Richmond, Must Try Bakeries In Richmond - Pastries, Treats & Dessert, January 2024. Checked Oct 5, 2026.
  3. 3Richmond Magazine, Richmond-area Bakeries, March 2022. Checked Oct 5, 2026. Archived copy.
  4. 4Wanderlog, The 32 best pastries and patisseries in Richmond, June 2025. Checked Oct 5, 2026.
  5. 5Richmond Magazine Best & Worst, Best & Worst 2025: Food & Drink, 2025. Checked Oct 5, 2026. Archived copy.
  6. 6Discover Richmond Tours, 12 Of The Best Bakeries In Richmond, VA. Checked Oct 5, 2026. Archived copy.

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