5 Best Bakeries in Downtown, Madison WI
Updated 05 October 2026 · 22 bakeries in Downtown, Madison WI considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This is a ranked list of five bakeries and bakery-style cafes around Downtown Madison, Wisconsin, for anyone looking for pastries, cakes, bread or diet-friendly baking. We ranked them by Google rating, weighted by how many people left a review, drawing on 22 qualifying businesses in total. Each entry gives the address, hours and what reviewers mention, so you can decide where to stop for a morning pastry, a dessert or a loaf to take home.
#1
Bloom Bake Shop
★ 4.8 (850 Google reviews)Bakery and Cake Shop
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Bloom Bake Shop at 1851 Monroe St is rated 4.8 from 850 reviews and is closed on Monday. It opens 8 am to 3 pm most days, closing at 1 pm on Sunday. Reviewers mention bread, pastries and sandwiches, a twice baked almond croissant and gluten free doughnuts. Some of its pastries also show up at local coffee shops, according to one reviewer. The entrance is wheelchair accessible, and the exterior mural gets a mention.
Best for: Pastries, bread and gluten free doughnuts
- Address
- 1851 Monroe St, Madison, WI 53711, United States
- Hours
- Fri 8 am–3 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 8 am–3 pm; Sun 8 am–1 pm; Thu 8 am–3 pm; Tue 8 am–3 pm; Wed 8 am–3 pm
#2
Baked Lab
★ 4.9 (185 Google reviews)Bakery and Cake Shop
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Baked Lab at 2044 Atwood Ave is rated 4.9 from 185 reviews. It is open Thursday to Saturday, from 11 am to 8 pm Thursday and Friday and from 10 am on Saturday, and closed the rest of the week. Reviewers mention tiramisu, key lime cheesecake, carrot cake and a good latte, plus mini desserts and wedding shooters. They describe a clean, minimal interior with natural light and quick, friendly service.
Best for: Desserts, mini cheesecakes and event orders
- Address
- 2044 Atwood Ave, Madison, WI 53704, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–8 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 10 am–8 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 11 am–8 pm; Tue Closed; Wed Closed
#3
Paleo Mama Bakery
★ 4.8 (309 Google reviews)Bakery and Cake Shop$1–10 per person
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Paleo Mama Bakery at 961 S Park St is rated 4.8 from 309 reviews, with a listed price range of $1 to $10. Reviewers mention gluten free, keto, paleo and vegan options, including pumpkin cheesecake and chocolate French silk cheesecake. Google lists delivery, pick-up, dine-in, takeaway, breakfast and free parking. It opens 9:30 am on most days, closing at 5:30 pm on weekdays except Saturday and Sunday, which end earlier.
Best for: Gluten free, keto and vegan baking
- Address
- 961 S Park St, Madison, WI 53715, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9:30 am–5:30 pm; Mon 9:30 am–5:30 pm; Sat 9:30 am–4 pm; Sun 9:30 am–2 pm; Thu 9:30 am–5:30 pm; Tue 9:30 am–5:30 pm; Wed 9:30 am–5:30 pm
#4
Bradbury's Coffee
★ 4.7 (866 Google reviews)Coffee shop
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Bradbury's Coffee at 127 N Hamilton St is listed as a coffee shop rather than a bakery, rated 4.7 from 866 reviews, and open daily from 7 am to 5 pm. Reviewers mention drip coffee, cold brew, single origin beans and sweet and savory crepes such as ham and Gouda. One reviewer notes a long wait and cramped seating at lunch. The entrance and toilet are wheelchair accessible.
Best for: Coffee and crepes near the Square
- Address
- 127 N Hamilton St, Madison, WI 53703, United States
- Hours
- daily 7 am–5 pm
#5
Greenbush Bakery
★ 4.7 (731 Google reviews)Bakery and Cake Shop$1–10 per person
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Greenbush Bakery at 5225 High Crossing Blvd is rated 4.7 from 731 reviews, with a listed price range of $1 to $10. It opens at 6 am Monday to Saturday and closes at 8 pm, with shorter Sunday hours ending at 1 pm. Reviewers mention very large fritters, red velvet old fashioned donuts and a raspberry filled donut. Google lists dine-in, takeaway, coffee, breakfast, free parking and wheelchair-accessible facilities.
Best for: Donuts, fritters and early breakfast
- Address
- 5225 High Crossing Blvd, Madison, WI 53718, United States
- Hours
- Fri 6 am–8 pm; Mon 6 am–8 pm; Sat 6 am–8 pm; Sun 6 am–1 pm; Thu 6 am–8 pm; Tue 6 am–8 pm; Wed 6 am–8 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 22 bakeries in Downtown, Madison WI 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, Greenbush Bakery opens at 6 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?
Bloom Bake Shop ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.8 from 850 reviews. Baked Lab is second at 4.9 from 185 reviews.
Which bakeries in Downtown, Madison WI are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Baked Lab, at 8 pm.
How much does it cost at these bakeries?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Paleo Mama Bakery $1–10; Greenbush Bakery $1–10. The others do not list a price range.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Paleo Mama Bakery and Greenbush Bakery.
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