5 Best Bakeries in Downtown, Lexington KY
Updated 05 October 2026 · 15 bakeries in Downtown, Lexington KY considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This is a ranked list of five bakeries and sweet shops serving Downtown Lexington, Kentucky, including donuts, cakes and Middle Eastern pastries. We ordered them by Google rating, weighted by how many people left a review, from 15 qualifying businesses. Each entry gives the hours, address and what reviewers mention. Some shops sit outside the center, one in Nicholasville, and many close early or on certain weekdays, so check the details before you make the trip.
#1
Spalding's Bakery
★ 4.8 (1,123 Google reviews)Donut shop
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Spalding's Bakery is listed as a donut shop on Winchester Road. It is open Wednesday to Sunday from early morning until 12 pm and closed Monday and Tuesday. Reviewers mention original glazed donuts as the standout, along with an apple fritter and cakes such as carrot and German chocolate. One reviewer notes the newer location has parking but a line, and another found some filled items lacking filling.
Best for: Classic glazed donuts
- Address
- 760 Winchester Rd, Lexington, KY 40505, United States
- Hours
- Fri 6:30 am–12 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 6:30 am–12 pm; Sun 7 am–12 pm; Thu 6:30 am–12 pm; Tue Closed; Wed 6:30 am–12 pm
#2
European Delights Bakery
★ 4.8 (1,057 Google reviews)Bakery and Cake Shop
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European Delights Bakery is on East Brannon Road in Nicholasville, open Monday to Saturday from 7 am to 5 pm and closed Sunday. Reviewers mention moist cakes, pastries baked fresh each morning, a chai latte, a pumpkin roll, a cherry chocolate cake and a fruit tart. One says they drive from Louisville for the pastries, and another compares the cafe to Paris. Wheelchair-accessible entrance, car park and toilet.
Best for: Cakes, pastries and chai
- Address
- 221 E Brannon Rd, Nicholasville, KY 40356, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–5 pm; Mon 7 am–5 pm; Sat 7 am–5 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 7 am–5 pm; Tue 7 am–5 pm; Wed 7 am–5 pm
#3
Al-Taj Bakery
★ 4.9 (317 Google reviews)Bakery and Cake Shop
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Al-Taj Bakery is on Nichols Park Drive, open Tuesday to Saturday from 9:30 am to 7 pm and Sunday from 12 to 5 pm, closed Monday. Reviewers mention Arab desserts, baklava, Turkish delights, spinach pies, and meat and cheese pies, including a cheese and muhammara pie. Several say they travelled from out of town to visit, and one says the owner offered samples. Wheelchair-accessible entrance and car park.
Best for: Baklava and savory pies
- Address
- 4097 Nichols Park Dr, Lexington, KY 40503, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9:30 am–7 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 9:30 am–7 pm; Sun 12–5 pm; Thu 9:30 am–7 pm; Tue 9:30 am–7 pm; Wed 9:30 am–7 pm
#4
North Lime Coffee & Donuts - Limestone
★ 4.7 (988 Google reviews)Coffee shop$1–10 per person
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North Lime Coffee & Donuts at Limestone is listed as a coffee shop on West Loudon Avenue, open daily from 7 am to 1 pm. Google lists outdoor seating, dine-in, takeaway, delivery, Wi-Fi and a good tea selection. Reviewers mention raspberry iced and glazed donuts, coffee and a roomy space suited to working. One finds the selection small, and another found the donut hole bites dry.
Best for: Donuts and coffee with Wi-Fi
- Address
- 101 W Loudon Ave Suite 160, Lexington, KY 40508, United States
- Hours
- daily 7 am–1 pm
#5
Mondelli's Bake Shop
★ 4.8 (266 Google reviews)Bakery and Cake Shop$1–10 per person
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Mondelli's Bake Shop is on Pimlico Parkway, open Tuesday to Friday from 7 am to 5 pm, Saturday until 3 pm and Sunday from 8 am to 12 pm, closed Monday. Reviewers mention birthday cakes with buttercream icing and a character design, and call the desserts delicious. One reviewer was disappointed by a custom order for a holiday weekend, so confirm details early. Google lists takeaway, card and NFC payments and free parking.
Best for: Birthday cakes and desserts
- Address
- 3120 Pimlico Pkwy #162, Lexington, KY 40517, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–5 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 7 am–3 pm; Sun 8 am–12 pm; Thu 7 am–5 pm; Tue Closed; Wed 7 am–5 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 15 bakeries in Downtown, Lexington KY with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then ranked by Google rating, weighted by how many people left one. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 05 October 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- For an early start, Spalding's Bakery opens at 6:30 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated bakery on this list?
Spalding's Bakery ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.8 from 1,123 reviews. European Delights Bakery is second at 4.8 from 1,057 reviews.
Which bakeries in Downtown, Lexington KY are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Al-Taj Bakery, at 7 pm.
How much does it cost at these bakeries?
Google lists these price ranges per person: North Lime Coffee & Donuts - Limestone $1–10; Mondelli's Bake Shop $1–10. The others do not list a price range.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for North Lime Coffee & Donuts - Limestone and Mondelli's Bake Shop.
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