Best Bakery and Cake Shops in Cambridge

"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."

"This cool and comfortable downtown coffee shop is always veggie friendly. Vegetarian and vegan paninis are served on house-made focaccia (options include a black bean and sweet potato burger and roasted vegetable panini). For something warm and comforting, the chili and daily soup are always vegan."

"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."

"This is my favourite place to grab some vegan food and some vegan/gluten free baked goods. The food is always banging, fresh, flavourful and appropriate..."

"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!)."

"Made from scratch and with seasonal ingredients, Cake & Loaf has a selection of sweet & savoury items. They’re also known for one-of-a-kind custom designs."

"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."

"This popular Locke Street coffee shop offers a flavourful lunch and dinner menu of animal-free ingredients. Choose from mains like the chickpea smash melt, falafel pita, and pierogi pizza, plus apps and salads. Must-try: Their most popular item is cauliflower wings: crispy cauliflower tossed in a choice of spicy Sriracha lime sauce, bourbon BBQ, sweet and sour, or sweet apple garlic sauce."

"The vegetarian/vegan menu here includes a section for kids, too, like the kid-sized portion of their famous cauliflower wings and vegan grilled cheese. Dessert options include made-to-order crepes, local craft ice cream, and a rotating selection of baked goods (how good do Oreo stuffed cookie bars sound?). Must-try: The house-made crispy falafel on a warm pita is simply delicious."

"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?"

"You may know this pretty sugar shop from its much photographed outdoor mural adorned with a welcoming 'hello'. Inside, baby pink walls and floral wallpaper invite you to explore the boutique's delicate confections: candies, a sprinkle bar, chocolate, and their signature sugar cookies with extreme attention to detail (great for gifts!)."

"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."

"A quaint café is the perfect showcase for Detour, one of Canada’s earliest specialty coffee roasters, and a cup enjoyed here is certain to elevate your coffee experience. Not your usual mindless morning fuel, these highest quality green coffees are sourced by Detour and roasted fresh to order."

"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..."

"Starting the list is the Italian bakery Pane Del Sole at Cannon and John. What we like here is that it has a place to sit down to relax and reflect as you munch of one of their classic Italian pastries. They also have reasonably priced cakes for family get-togethers and on the opposite side is a hot table and deli if you’re more than peckish."

"For a variety of Italian desserts, Pane Del Sole is your place to go!. This shop on John and Cannon is home to hot food, pastries, and Italian products at excellent prices!. They have different kinds of cannolis, cookies, squares & pastries, but the Pesche Dolci (Italian Peach Cookies) are what keeps me coming back!"

"Famous for its apples, cider and baked goods, this is a market that guarantees the freshest produce. Located in Ancaster."

"Nicknamed Canada's "fightingest ship" for its record of sinking the most enemy tonnage in WW2, HMCS Haida is another waterfront tourist attraction to add to your Hamilton travel itinerary. Built in Newcastle-upon-Tyne in Britain and launched in 1943, this historic destroyer is easily accessed from her berth at Hamilton's Pier 9. Designated a National Historic Site, this well-preserved museum ship is fun to explore for all ages."

"DescriptionHMCS Haida is a Tribal-class destroyer that served in the Royal Canadian Navy from 1943 to 1963, participating in World War II and the Korean War. She was named for the Haida people. Phone: +1 905-526-6742Web: https://www.pc.gc.ca"

"While you are at the waterfront, head over to the HMCS Haida. This floating museum highlights Canada’s wartime naval history. The HMCS Haida was launched in August 1942 and served in World War II, the Korean Conflict, and the Cold War."

"Buffalo used to be the only place to get these famous chicken wings until the first Anchor Bar franchise opened in Hamilton. Their saucy wings are an obvious choice, but the pizza is also great in this casual, popular spot in Jackson Square shopping mall, next to hotels and Hamilton Convention Centre by Carmen’s, open until 1 a.m."

"Teach them the roots of that smartphone they can’t stop staring at with a trip to Brantford. Even tech-obsessed teens will enjoy learning about one of the most important scientific breakthroughs in history, the telephone, at Alexander Graham Bell’s childhood home. This summer, don’t miss: The Summer Theatre Festival."

"FirstOntario Centre (originally Copps Coliseum) is a sports and entertainment arena, with a capacity of up to 19,000. Host to nail biting ice hockey championships and a variety of concerts, this center is where all the entertainment and sporting action takes place in Hamilton. Catch one of the exhilarating shows at this arena on your trip to Hamilton."