5 Underrated Bakeries in Downtown, Sioux Falls SD Worth Trying
Updated 11 October 2026 · 11 bakeries in Downtown, Sioux Falls SD considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list features bakeries and cake shops in Downtown, Sioux Falls SD that have a Google rating of 4.4 or higher but fewer than 400 reviews, so they are easy to miss in a general search. It is meant for people who want a custom cake, a cheesecake, a pie, a deli sandwich or a morning pastry from a smaller shop. Eleven qualifying businesses were considered, and the five here are ranked by Google rating weighted by review count. Hours, attributes and review themes are taken from each listing.
#1
Chef Schindler's Gourmet Desserts
★ 5 (34 Google reviews)Bakery and Cake Shop
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Google lists its hours as open 24 hours a day, and the listing shows no street address or attributes. Reviewers mention cheesecakes, including a pumpkin pecan pie cheesecake and a coconut cheesecake, along with cupcakes and birthday cakes. Several reviewers say the shop made orders on short notice and delivered them before the celebration.
Best for: Custom cheesecakes and birthday cakes
- Address
- Hours
- daily Open 24 hours
#2
North End Bakery and Deli
★ 4.9 (123 Google reviews)Bakery and Cake Shop
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North End Bakery and Deli on North Phillips Avenue is listed as a bakery and cake shop rated 4.9 from 123 reviews. It is open Wednesday through Sunday from 8 am to 2 pm and closed Monday and Tuesday. Reviewers mention sourdough bread, large breakfast sandwiches, a radish toast lunch, and deli sandwiches such as a muffuleta and an antipasto. Google lists wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating and restroom.
Best for: Sourdough, breakfast sandwiches and deli lunch
- Address
- 421 N Phillips Ave Unit 105, Sioux Falls, SD 57104, United States
- Hours
- Fri 8 am–2 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 8 am–2 pm; Sun 8 am–2 pm; Thu 8 am–2 pm; Tue Closed; Wed 8 am–2 pm
#3
Cakes and Confections by Chef April
★ 4.9 (32 Google reviews)Bakery and Cake Shop$20–30 per person
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Hours are not listed. Google shows takeaway service, wheelchair-accessible parking, and card and mobile payments. Reviewers mention custom cakes and cupcakes, gluten-free cupcake options, and orders for graduations, bridal showers and wedding celebrations that came with planning help.
Best for: Custom cakes and event celebrations
- Address
- 3210 E 10th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57103, United States
- Hours
- hours not listed
#4
Baking Up A Storm LLC
★ 4.8 (52 Google reviews)Bakery and Cake Shop$10–20 per person
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Baking Up A Storm LLC is a small business on South Lorraine Place rated 4.8 from 52 reviews, with a Google price range of 10 to 20 dollars. It is open Tuesday to Friday from 7:30 am to 2:30 pm and Saturday from 8 am to 1 pm, and closed Monday and Sunday. Google lists dine-in, coffee, breakfast, and free on-site parking. Reviewers mention pastries, holiday baking trays, and a sour cream raisin pie for a 90th birthday, plus a view of Lake Lorraine from the seating area.
Best for: Pies, pastries and a lakeside coffee stop
- Address
- 2301 S Lorraine Pl Ste 117, Sioux Falls, SD 57106, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7:30 am–2:30 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 8 am–1 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 7:30 am–2:30 pm; Tue 7:30 am–2:30 pm; Wed 7:30 am–2:30 pm
#5
Oh My Cupcakes!
★ 4.7 (397 Google reviews)Bakery and Cake Shop
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Oh My Cupcakes! is listed as a bakery and cake shop on South Western Avenue, rated 4.7 from 397 reviews. It is open Monday to Saturday from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm and closed Sunday. Reviewers mention gluten-friendly and vegan cupcakes, several dairy-free flavors, and a wedding order that included delivery and pick-up of rented cupcake towers. Some note the gluten-friendly items carry a cross-contamination risk. Google lists wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance and toilet.
Best for: Gluten-free, vegan and dairy-free cupcakes
- Address
- 5015 S Western Ave Unit 290, Sioux Falls, SD 57108, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7:30 am–5:30 pm; Mon 7:30 am–5:30 pm; Sat 7:30 am–5:30 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 7:30 am–5:30 pm; Tue 7:30 am–5:30 pm; Wed 7:30 am–5:30 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 11 bakeries in Downtown, Sioux Falls SD with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then rated 4.4 or higher on Google but with fewer than 400 reviews. 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 11 October 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- Chef Schindler's Gourmet Desserts is listed as open 24 hours, so it works for a very early or very late visit.
- 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?
Chef Schindler's Gourmet Desserts ranks first, with a Google rating of 5 from 34 reviews. North End Bakery and Deli is second at 4.9 from 123 reviews.
Which bakeries in Downtown, Sioux Falls SD are open late?
Chef Schindler's Gourmet Desserts is listed as open 24 hours.
How much does it cost at these bakeries?
Google lists these price ranges per person: Cakes and Confections by Chef April $20–30; Baking Up A Storm LLC $10–20. The others do not list a price range.
Which of these have free parking?
Google lists free parking for Baking Up A Storm LLC.
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