Best Bakeries in Erie, PA

Updated September 2026 · 10 businesses · Erie guide

Looking for bakeries in Erie? Below you'll find 10 local options with their address, phone number, website and opening hours, plus practical advice on choosing the right one.

What they do: Bakeries for bread, pastries, custom cakes and specialty desserts. Order celebration cakes several days ahead.

This guide lists 10 bakeries in and around Erie, spread across 5 ZIP codes. 1 has a phone number you can call directly from this page, 1 links to its own website. Listings are organized so you can compare them at a glance and contact them directly.

Top 10 Bakeries in Erie

Listings are shown in no paid order: no business can pay to appear or to rank higher on this page.

2 West Lake Bakery & Deli

ZIP 16505
  • Address 3443 West Lake Road, Erie, PA 16505

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3 Sontheimer's Country Bakery

ZIP 16506
  • Address 3720 Sterrettania Road, Erie, PA 16506

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4 Tasty Bakes

ZIP 16505
  • Address 2805 West 12th Street, Erie, PA 16505

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5 Stroehmann Bakery Outlet

ZIP 16508
  • Address 1860 West 26th Street, Erie, PA 16508

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6 Bill's Bakery

ZIP 16508
  • Address 1825 West 26th Street, Erie, PA 16508

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7 Crumbl Cookies

ZIP 16509
  • Address 6839 Peach Street, Erie, PA 16509

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8 Nothing Bundt Cakes

ZIP 16509
  • Address 1930 Douglas Parkway, Erie, PA 16509

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9 Jo's Brooklyn Bagel

ZIP 16508
  • Address 833 West 38th Street, Erie, PA 16508

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10 International Bakery

ZIP 16502
  • Address 610 West 18th Street, Erie, PA 16502

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How to choose bakeries in Erie

  • Check hours and whether you need a reservation, especially on Friday and Saturday nights.
  • Look at the current menu online, since prices and dishes change often.
  • Ask about dietary options such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free or halal if you need them.
  • Check whether the place is BYOB, which is common in Erie and can save a lot on a night out.
  • Look up the latest health inspection results, which the county or city publishes online.

Local tips for Erie

Lake-effect snow means Erie homeowners and drivers rely heavily on snow removal, winter tires, roof maintenance and heating services, and many local businesses keep extended hours during storms.

Many Erie-area businesses are located in neighboring Millcreek Township, especially along Peach Street, so the best option for you may technically sit just outside city limits.

Erie is in Erie County, and local phone numbers use the 814 area code. Popular areas include Downtown, Bayfront, Little Italy, Frontier, Glenwood, Academy, East Erie, West Erie.

Frequently asked questions

Which areas of Erie do these bakeries cover?

The bakeries on this list are located in ZIP codes 16502, 16505, 16506, 16508, 16509. Many businesses also serve nearby neighborhoods and suburbs, so ask when you call.

What does BYOB mean?

BYOB means 'bring your own bottle.' The restaurant has no liquor license, so you can bring your own wine or beer. Some charge a small corkage fee.

Do I need a reservation?

For popular places on weekends, yes. Many Erie restaurants take reservations online, while casual spots are usually walk-in only.

Where can I check restaurant health inspections in Erie?

Restaurant inspections in Pennsylvania are run by the Department of Agriculture or by local health departments in cities and counties such as Philadelphia and Allegheny County, and results are published online.

Business data for this page comes from © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), reviewed and formatted by Pennsylvania Connection.

Information is collected from public sources and may change. Please confirm hours, prices and availability directly with each business. Business owner? Ask us to update your listing.