Best Bakery and Cake Shops in Columbia

"This market was founded in 1782, thereby making it the oldest market in the United States of America. Lexington Market has served the Baltimore community for centuries, as it offers a variety of foods and wares for sale that you can’t get anywhere else. Lexington Market is also housed in the downtown area of Baltimore City, blocks away from Camden Yards."

"In reality, it’s something much more: Vaccaro’s is a testament to the institution that is dessert. Perfect as a date spot but just as viable for a late night dessert binge, the glass case is stacked with a whole variety of options, the most notable of which being the cannoli cake. The alternating layers of the richest cannoli cream and ethereally light cake will bring a single tear to your eye as you stare, dumbfounded, across the still waters of the Inner Harbor."

"Open for more than 60 years, Vaccaro's serves some of the best desserts and coffee in town. The cannolis are legendary."

"Owners Cole and Aisha Pew created Dovecote Café with the motto “community first, café second.”. This charming little café in Reservoir Hill started as a passion project for owners Aisha Pew and her partner Cole, who were looking to create a community gathering spot. At Dovecote Café, you’ll find artists serving up locally roasted coffee, activists discussing politics over homey desserts like the upside-down peach cake and foodies indulging in grown-up grilled cheese and spinach pie."

"A charming local favorite in the Reservoir Hill neighborhood, Dovecote has delicious coffee, baked goods, and sandwiches, but also serves as a community hub for the neighbors. Tufted couches, local art, eclectic wallpaper and friendly workers make this an inviting spot to get a cuppa coffee along with a taste of local culture. Look out for their monthly chef’s dinner series where they invite guest chefs to cook a meal for the community."

"While cafes half as popular as this Reservoir Hill fixture discourage lingering in hopes of turning your table, the Dovecote crew goes out of its way to make sure you don't skedaddle. But the warm family vibe extends well past the hospitality into the eats. The baked goods are especially appealing, including all manner of sticky buns and muffins and the sought-after peach upside-down cake (co-owner Gilda Pew's secret recipe)."

"Located in Belvedere Square Market, this popular kitchen emphasizes natural, homegrown ingredients. Hearty sandwiches are served on delicious from-scratch house breads, such as walnut cumin, kalamata olive, cherry pecan and peasant wheat, and the menu also features a selection of homemade soups. The cozy interior offers counter seating, and all items are available for takeout."

"Known for its breads, soups and salads, local fast-casual chain Atwater’s began in Catonsville and now has five locations. It’s is no slouch in the dessert department, either. The Pimlico cake — fluffy chiffon cake layered with Bavarian cream and topped with chocolate ganache and walnuts — is pretty much perfect."

"Sometimes you just want to roll out of bed and go somewhere easy. If that’s your jam, head to Atwater’s. There’s rarely a wait, the menu isn’t overwhelming, the pricing is reasonable, and the food is quality you can count on."

"Diablo Doughnuts, a breakfast and brunch spot that offers doughnuts and more in Federal Hill, is another much-loved go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 196 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1035 Light St. to see for yourself. Doughnuts in a variety of flavors and colors include blackberry lime, blueberry basil, creme brûlée and bacon-topped maple-glazed."

"Located at 1035 Light Street, Diablo Doughnut’s always on point, and their creativity’s second to none. You can tell they put a lot of love into their food, and their desserts are always fresh and fluffy. With fun flavors like Unicorn Farts and Panty Dropper, you know you’re in for a treat!"

"Absolutely one of the most unique donut shops you will ever come across. Love the variety as well, so everyone can have something delicious as well as di..."

"A single food has been known to change the course of a person’s life. For Dane Thibodeaux, co-owner of Sacre Sucre in Fells Point, it was a fig macaron he ate in Paris while on vacation. He still remembers biting into the seed of the fig jam in the middle."

"Sacre Sucre’s one of THE most amazing dessert shops I’ve ever been to, like in the world. Their work is edible art, and you absolutely need to experience their sweets firsthand. They started off with macarons, but I personally like their pastries best."

"This Fell’s Point shop offers a variety of seasonal pastries, from classics like eclairs and croissants, to special stylized apple tarts and caneles. They even offer monthly classes for you to learn how to make French macarons."

"Aunt Kelly’s Cookies is a bakery that uses the freshest highest-quality ingredients mixed with love. At Aunt Kelly’s Cookies, buyers will experience service excellence combined with the finest ingredients and the most beautiful, baked in their grandmother’s kitchen nostalgia. It’s a method for accomplishment and many constant customers."

"Once you've finished shopping, sit down for a sandwich at Atwater's, or buy a quart of soup and a loaf of bread and eat it at home. Photo courtesy of DataAngel via Flickr"

"Taste This Cake is a gourmet cakery operating out of B-More Kitchen in NE Baltimore City source locally for their specialization in uniquely flavored cakes (and other baked goods) for all occasions. Established in 2016, their products are made from scratch using locally sourced dairy and eggs, and other high-quality ingredients."

"Scattered throughout the campus of the Maryland Institute College of Art are several galleries that showcase a variety of work made by up and coming student artists (and many times, established regional, national, or international artists). With a hodgepodge of buildings that runs the gamut from neoclassical to modern, the campus itself can be considered a work of art. There are around 100 exhibitions a year on the Bolton Hill campus."

"The art school has galleries around campus showcasing local, national and international artists.. The main building is on on the National Register of Historic Places. Look for Greek and Roman statues, the large marble staircase and stained-glass skylight."

"Creative Alliance is a fantastic community arts space that has everything from live performances to workshops to family friendly activities. Kids will love Kerplunk!. – their free Family Art Drop-in, lantern-making workshops leading up to The Great Halloween Lantern Parade, Día Del Niño, Dog Days of Summer Block Party, World Refugee Day, workshops with the Artesanas Mexicanas, and much more!"

"A post shared by Andy Kutcher (@andyknola) on Apr 6, 2017 at 5:23pm PDT. Arguably the crown jewel of Baltimore’s art scene, the American Visionary Art Museum (a.k.a. AVAM) is a wonderfully romantic place for an art lover. The winged “Black Icarus” statue at the center of the main stair is an especially great place to propose."

"The nation's primary museum and education center for self-taught or "outsider" art has won great acclaim by both museum experts and those…"

"If you are looking for an excellent manicure and pedicure services, head on over to Kim Day Spa, a quaint salon known for its trained professionals, quality products and cosy environment. You can choose from various services like Spa Pedicure, Regular Manicure, Deluxe Pedicure, natural or acrylic nail services, and even different hair removal treatments suitable for both women and men. You can either make an appointment in advance or simply walk-in, and the cheapest treatment costs USD 10."

"Kim’s Day Spa offers non-massage related services, such as facials and body treatments. However, this day spa has hair removal specialists and exceptional nail technicians who specialize in a variety of hair and wax removal services and nail services, respectively. It sits in the downtown Baltimore area of Federal Hill."

"Massage Envy specializes in massage therapy with several enhancements available, including an exfoliating foot treatment, aromatherapy, and enhanced muscle therapy. Massage Envy has numerous locations throughout Baltimore and the USA. The spa also performs facial treatments that promote healthy skin maintenance and offers membership services that allow you to receive discounts per treatment."

"Massage Envy provides massage, skin care and total body stretch services which are an integral part of total body wellness and a healthy lifestyle. Keep your body working with Massage Envy. Schedule an appointment today!"

"Simple Wellness strives to help you enhance your inner and outer beauty through various massage and wellness services. In a relaxing environment, they offer massages like deep tissue, sports, Swedish, lymph, acupressure, cranial sacral etc. They last between 30 and 120 minutes and begin at USD 65."

"Pete’s Grille is a casual counter-serve eatery on Greenmount Avenue that serves breakfast and lunch in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. Renowned for their large portions of hearty all-American fare, Pete’s Grille serves a variety of dishes for breakfast that include omelets and fried eggs, breakfast sandwiches, egg and meat platters, French toast, hot cakes, Belgian waffles, and specials such as creamed chipped beef with home fries and sausage gravy and biscuits with home fries. Hot beverages include freshly brewed coffee and tea, hot chocolate, fruit juices, and milkshakes."

"Pete’s only has counter service, so your grueling wait time is spent eyeballing the griddle and drooling on everyone else’s food. To avoid these awkward moments, I prefer to get takeout. If you call them up before you head over, your food will be ready upon arrival."

"So this review is for the diner just past TSA in concourse B. I went here with what I thought was plenty of time before my flight. No wait at the check i..."

"Skillets steal the spotlight at this Hampden haunt that looks like a saloon straight out of the Wild West. Belly up to the lunch counter to feast on many varieties of breakfast hash—including raclette cheese with bacon and potatoes, or a spicy “Spaniard” version with chorizo, corn, and onions—topped with fried eggs and served in a pan. The menu also features sandwiches that hit the spot any time of day."