Best Bakery and Cake Shops in Gaithersburg

"Georgetown is Washington DC’s unofficial cupcake hub, but Baked and Wired has a good system going, earning high praise from publications like the Washingtonian, Eater and Thrillist. The elegant ‘cakecups’ are baked in a rustic parchment paper liner that accentuates the fluffy cake bottom and effortless frosting swirl on top. The gorgeous sweets counter always has a GF ‘cakecup’ and a few other GF desserts (recent items include a DC cherry blossom themed GF cakecup and GF raspberry pop-tart)."

"daily, this “hole in the wall” Georgetown shop offers a rotating selection of espressos from Intelligentsia, Mountain Air, Café Integral, Barismo, and Elixr. A new pour-over menu is released every two weeks. It’s worth the trip to check out Baked & Wired’s famous Cakecups in flavors like Texas Sheetcake and Almond Orangsicle."

"Fare Well is a full-service bistro and bar that also offers takeaway food and bakery items on H Street NE. Owned by Doron Petersan, D.C.’s first plant-based dining establishment has chef Amanda Desaulniers behind the helm, who produces freshly prepared cuisine on site each day. Dishes include cashew cheddar, garlic and onion potato pierogis served with sautéed greens and sauerkraut, and cavatelli with rapini and seitan sausage as well as a mushroom-chickpea burger with sunflower seeds, garlic aioli, walnuts, and caramelized onions. Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, the restaurant is a boutique coffee shop, serving pastries, fresh-baked bread, and other sweets in the morning, and a friendly neighborhood bistro for lunch and dinner."

"Fare Well, a diner, bakery and vegan spot in Capitol Hill, is another go-to, with four stars out of 395 Yelp reviews. Head over to 406 H St. NE (between North Fifth and North Fourth streets) to see for yourself. Derek V. said, "Fantastic food, coffee and service. Some of the best vegetarian/vegan options in D.C. The Buffalo Seitan wings are a delicious rare find and the chilaquiles are a great brunch option."

"A diner, bar and bakery created by the people behind Sticky Fingers Bakery. Most importantly, they have an ALL DAYBREAKFAST MENU!"

"New Orleans native David Guas has been educating Washingtonians on the wonders of Cajun cuisine since opening Bayou Bakery in Arlington in 2010. Though the shop, which recently opened a location on Capitol Hill (pictured), offers classic entrees like jambalaya and crawfish etouffee, Guas first made his name in DC as a pastry chef. So it’s no surprise that the glass case in front full of beignets, praline scones, cornbread, cookies, layer cakes, and more is such a popular stop."

"David Guas, the New Orleans-born chef behind Bayou Bakery, brings the Big Easy to D.C. with his bakery menu that features classics like beignets and pralines. The bakery also has full lunch and brunch service."

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"Sticky Fingers Sweets & Eats serves sandwiches, soups, salads, and light fare, but the main event here is dessert!. The people behind Sticky Fingers have "veganized" traditional favorites including cookies, brownies, cinnamon buns, muffins, and cupcakes. Their extensive cake selection includes Coconut Delight, Chocolate Love, Bunny Huggers Carrot, Raspberry Chocolate, Strawberry Shortcake, and Peanut Butter Fudge."

"A photo posted by stickyfingersdc (@stickyfingersdc) on Aug 17, 2016 at 12:34pm PDT. This is the go-to place for vegan desserts that your friends wouldn't even know are vegan!. This bakery won Cupcake Wars so they have Food Network's seal of approval, and with fun flavors like tiramisu, raspberry, and Boston creme, it can't be beat."

"Editor's Note: Photo taken from the establishment's official social account. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by Bethesda Bagels (@bethesdabagels)"

"A casual, counter-serve cafe chain offering a standard menu of sandwiches, pasta and pastries. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinnerDress code: CasualPhone: +1 202-662-7400"

"Be sure to dress up, whether grooving to jazz or getting down to slick beats at a dance party. Howard Theatre has been refurbished to honor its original glory, anchoring the easternmost end of the U Street and Shaw neighborhoods and hosting big-name acts across R&B, pop and other genres."

"The Reynolds Center is one of DC's finest museums. This Smithsonian venue combines the National Portrait Gallery and the American Art Museum into one whopping collection of American art that's unmatched anywhere in the world. Keep an eye out for famed works by Edward Hopper, Georgia O’Keeffe, Andy Warhol, Winslow Homer and loads more celebrated artists."

"This Smithsonian venue combines the National Portrait Gallery and the American Art Museum into one whopping collection of American art that's unmatched anywhere... Monument in National Mall"

"Couple in Rock Creek Park - Free Outdoor Activities in Washington, DC. Walk, jog or bike with your love through the rustic expanse of 2,100 acres that comprise Rock Creek Park. The historic park also includes attractions such as Peirce Mill and the Old Stone House, as well as a nature center, riding stables, tennis courts, a golf course, picnic areas and playing fields."

"Take a deep breath in crisp, clear air when you visit Rock Creek Park. It’s one of the most beautiful places to go in Washington, DC, and thanks to careful conservation efforts by the community, it’s also one of the best sites for escaping the smog of the city. Water glides over the rocks in cold, clear streams."

"Rock Creek Park is near the National Zoo, Hillwood Estate Museum and Gardens. If you are interested in visiting any or all of these places, it might be worth renting a room in the area and then either driving into DC or taking the Metro. Rock Creek Park is a national park with 1,754 acres to explore."

"Friends gathered around the fire at The Wharf - Ways to make the most of Winter in Washington, DC. Okay, so it's not technically a restaurant or bar, but Camp Wharf at this dining, shopping and entertainment hot spot is the ultimate cold-weather destination. Gather around the roaring fire pit on Thursdays through Sunday to make delicious s’mores and warm up with apple cider."

"This season, visit Camp Wharf where you'll find a wood-burning fire and vintage Airstream trailer with everything you need for the perfect s'more—marshmallow, chocolate, graham cracker, and roasting stick."

"Beard Papa's switches up their cream fillings on the regular, so you can always expect a different flavor. If you're looking for a classic Beard Papa's treat, order the Green Tea Cream Puff."