Where to Go to Satisfy a Sweet Tooth

BY LANNAN M. O’BRIEN We all need to indulge a little now and then. Luckily, the Cape, Martha’s Vineyard, and Nantucket are home to amazing bakeries filled with madefrom-scratch treats to satisfy your sweet tooth. Try these sweet spots for everything delicious—from pastries and pies to cakes and cookies.

THE BASHFUL TARTE BAKERY

WOOLFIE’S BAKERY

*Please note: Many of these businesses are operating under new protocols to keep their staff and customers safe at this time. We recommend visiting their websites to get the details before you go.

THE CHOCOLATE ROSE

Custom cake artistry at its finest, plus not-to-miss desserts, pastries, and breakfast offerings await at this local bakery. 628 Main St., Suite A, Mashpee (774) 238-7020 chocolaterosecakes.com

WASHASHORE BAKERY

Stop into this Mashpee Commons spot for specialties ranging from cakes to tea breads of every flavor. 14 Central Square, Mashpee (508) 419-6835 washashorebakery.com

AMIE BAKERY

There’s a reason for long lines at this cozy eatery, where each menu item is made from scratch and the croissants are oh-so soft and flaky. 1254 Main St., Osterville (508) 428-1005 amiebakery.com

COLOMBO’S CAFE & PASTRIES

Plan a dinner at this Main Street Italian restaurant, then take your pick of cannolis, biscotti, and amaretti to enjoy at home. 544 Main St., Hyannis (508) 790-5700 colomboscafe.com

HAPPY FISH BAKERY

Homemade granola, fresh-baked cookies and bread, plus a case of gourmet cheeses are just a few things that keep customers returning to this delicious bakery. 173 MA-6A, Yarmouth Port (774) 994-8272 facebook.com/happyfishbakery

WOOLFIE’S BAKERY

It’s worth the wait for this spot to open each season. Even after 50 years in the business, customers can’t get enough of the tasty muffins, pastries, and breakfast sandwiches. 279 Lower County Rd., Dennis Port (508) 258-9980 woolfies.com

MAISON VILLATTE

You’ll be hard-pressed to find a more authentic French bakery than this local gem, where lines form out the door for quiches, croissants, cream puffs, and fresh-baked bread that often sells out midday. 267 Main St., Falmouth (774) 255-1855 facebook.com/Maison-Villatte

PIES A LA MODE

Whether it’s breakfast, dinner or dessert, there’s a homemade pie for every meal at Pies a La Mode. Varieties include classics like quiche lorraine and shepherd’s pie to rarer finds, like barbecue pulled pork pie and baked stuffed lobster pasties. 200 Teaticket Hwy, Teaticket (508) 540-8777 facebook.com/PiesALaModeCafe

PECK O’ DIRT BAKERY AT COONAMESSETT FARM

Stop by to see the farm animals then browse the rotating selection of sweets at the bakery, including

vegan and gluten-free options. 277 Hatchville Rd., East Falmouth (508) 563-2560 coonamessettfarm.com/ peck-o-dirt-bakery

PIE IN THE SKY BAKERY & CAFE

A mouthwatering selection of muffins, pies, breads, and more make this Woods Hole eatery a popular spot. 10 Water St., Woods Hole (508) 540-5475 piecoffee.com

COTTAGE STREET BAKERY

THE BASHFUL TARTE BAKERY

While the Bashful Tarte’s claims to fame are pies and custom event cakes, it’s also worth a trip to this bakery for delectable breakfast sandwiches and “little treats” like scones and cupcakes. 23 Whites Path South, Yarmouth (508) 619-3938 thebashfultarte.com

ENGLEWOOD BAKING COMPANY

The made-from-scratch croissants, muffins, and pull-apart biscuits at this bakery elicit only rave reviews from happy customers. 572 MA-28, West Yarmouth (508) 653-5309 englewoodbaking.com

SCAPICCHIO’S BAKERY

North End-trained baker Matthew Scapicchio wows customers with an array of Italian and American treats, plus fresh-baked bread and Sicilianstyle pizza. 941 MA-28, South Yarmouth (508) 694-5665 scapicchiosbakery.com

MARION’S PIE SHOP

A mecca for homemade everything— from sweet and savory pies to classic comforts like lasagna and seafood casserole—this little spot turns even the staunchest of the anti-store-bought-pie crowd into returning customers. 2022 Main St., Chatham (508) 432-9439 marionspieshopofchatham.com

CHATHAM VILLAGE CAFE AND BAKERY

There’s nothing like starting your day with a homemade doughnut from this popular bakery, which offers a variety of confections, including gluten- and dairy-free options. 69 Crowell Rd., Chatham (508) 945-2525 chathamvillagecafeandbakery.com

HOPKINS HOUSE BAKERY AND GIFT SHOP

Browse primitive decor at the gift shop, then take your pick of pies, muffins, and brownies. Don’t worry, whatever you choose will leave you craving more. 2727 Main St., Brewster (508) 896-3450 hopkinshousebrewster.com

EAT CAKE 4 BREAKFAST BAKERY

EAT CAKE 4 BREAKFAST BAKERY

Sure, you can eat cake for breakfast (why not?), or try something equally satisfying, like the smoked turkey asiago croissant. 26 Wampum Dr, Brewster (508) 896-4444 eatcake4breakfast.com

COTTAGE STREET BAKERY

Enjoy breakfast or lunch, then order a custom cake or browse the scrumptious selection of fresh-baked pies and pastries. 5 Cottage St., Orleans (508) 255-2821 cottagestreetbakery.com

PB BOULANGERIE BISTRO

Experts in everything sweet, this beloved bistro serves an extensive list of cookies, croissants, brioche, breads, and even homemade ice cream. 15 Lecount Hollow Rd., South Wellfleet (508) 349-1600 pbboulangeriebistro.com

PB BOULANGERIE BISTRO

PROVINCETOWN PORTUGUESE BAKERY

Open since the early 20th century, this “taste of Portugal” is a mustvisit on any trip to Provincetown for lemon bars, cinnamon sticks, danishes, and more. 299 Commercial St., Provincetown (508) 487-1803 provincetownportuguesebakery.com

RELISH BAKERY & SANDWICH SHOP

If there’s one thing locals feel strongly about, it’s Relish’s cupcakes with buttercream frosting. Plus, gluten-free and vegan baked goods offer something for everyone. 93 Commercial St., Provincetown (508) 487-8077 ptownrelish.com

PROVINCETOWN PORTUGUESE BAKERY

FOR ALL THINGS DELICIOUS

It’s all in the details at this French bakery, which specializes in custom cakes, fresh-baked bread, and, well, all things delicious! 294 State Rd., Vineyard Haven (508) 693-2223 forallthingsdelicious.com

BACK DOOR DONUTS

When the back door of the Front Bakery Cafe swings open, the line starts to form for homemade doughnuts and sweet treats galore (and yes, it’s worth the wait!). 1-11 Kennebec Ave, Oak Bluffs (508) 693-3688 backdoordonuts.com

THE DOWNYFLAKE DOUGHNUTS

While you might order a delicious breakfast or lunch here, do yourself a favor and don’t leave without a taste of this place’s namesake treats. Whatever flavor you choose, you won’t be disappointed. 18 Sparks Ave., Nantucket (508) 228-4533 thedownyflake.com

45 SURFSIDE BAKERY AND CAFÉ

Chef Rebecca Moesinger’s fresh pastries and cakes—from lemon citron to chocolate chiffon— represent the artistry of baking at its finest. 45 Surfside Rd., Nantucket (774) 333-3981 45surfside.com