The Best Bakeries in Detroit, Michigan

Detroit’s bakery scene has grown significantly over the past decade alongside the broader resurgence of independent food businesses in the city. From old-school Coney-adjacent spots to new-wave pastry operations, these are the bakeries doing something worth knowing about.

Sister Pie

Sister Pie on Kercheval Ave in West Village is one of the most beloved bakeries in Detroit. The pies — both sweet and savory — are built around seasonal ingredients and change throughout the year. Their cookie tin has become a Detroit gift staple. The shop itself is small and warm and worth the trip across town.

Avalon International Breads

Avalon has been baking in Detroit since 1997 and has spent that entire time committed to organic ingredients and community involvement that goes beyond the marketing language most businesses use. Their bread is genuinely good and their presence in the Midtown neighborhood has been consistent across decades of change in the city.

Nosh Pit Detroit

Focused on Jewish deli traditions with a Detroit sensibility. Bagels made properly — which means boiled before baked, which is something most places skip — and a full deli program that takes the food seriously. In a city that has not always had great options in this category, Nosh Pit fills a real gap.

Cannelle Patisserie

French pastry technique applied with care in a city that is increasingly receptive to it. Cannelle does croissants, tarts, and cakes at a level that would not be out of place in a larger food city. Worth seeking out if you want something beyond the standard Detroit bakery fare.