We stopped at Dutch Haven after lunch across the parking lot, drawn in by the windmill, which…read morestands like a beacon for travelers aong Route 30 and the mildly curious. It is the sort of landmark that promises something memorable, or at least something sweet. Inside, the place leans heavily into its role as a stop-off for visitors. Shelves are filled with faux-Amish goods, hex signs, and a cheerful assortment of bric-a-brac, along with shirts that seem very proud of nearby towns with names that invite, shall we say a certain kind of humor. It feels less like a bakery and more like a general store that wandered into a theme. The people working there are genuinely kind, and generous with samples, which is always a wise and welcome strategy. We tried a bit of the shoo fly pie, and in the past we've tried some cookies, root beer, and ice cream. They were all perfectly fine. Pleasant, even. But they did not distinguish themselves from the many other places in Lancaster County offering the same treats with equal or better competence. Nothing here is bad. In fact, it is all quite enjoyable in the moment. But it is not something I would go out of my way for again. Far less so when the tourist busses are around. It is a place you stop at because you are already there, because the windmill caught your eye, because someone offers you a sample and you say yes. Three stars, for doing what it does well enough, in a place where "well enough" is abundant.

This is tourist central, which is fine, but the crowds are bad. They have plenty of fun items for…read moresale but somehow the vibe is totally joyless? I haven't experienced that at other tourist traps, it's kind of odd. I'd say this is worth checking out at least once if you're in the area, but unless you want cheesy stuff it's a pass. Also I didn't really see any shoofly pies for sale (I might have missed them though).

I read about this place having amazing pretzels on Facebook, and since I was headed to Harrisburg…read moreanyway, I thought I would give it a shot. Alas, while the website says the pretzel truck is open Wednesday through Saturday and I was there on Wednesday afternoon, there were no pretzels to be seen. I went into the shop. It was kind of kitchy in that Pennsylvania Dutch style that you see in farmers markets at all of the pick-your-own orchards everywhere. I ended up buying a "double chocolate bread" to serve as the snack that I missed because no pretzels. It was cake, and it was uninspired. Nothing really objectionable about BIH Bakshop, but nothing really impressive either.

A little off the beaten path - it's worth the ride to check it out. The pretzel truck in the…read moreparking lot was great! The ship itself isn't large but it's bursting with stuff and everyone was very friendly.

Cute Amish Bakery with an assorted baked goods available made Fresh. Breakfast and Ice cream too!!…read more The larger cream puff I have ever seen and was delish. The crust on the cream puff was light and airy with tons of Bavarian cream filling. Even if you can't eat it there, get it to go and it will taste good later.

This bakery and café is in a perfect location near Amish markets, theatre, antique shops, and…read morespecialty stores. Eat in upstairs to look over and above street level. Or, eat on the first floor and watch customers come and go. Homemade baked goods are divine--i love homemade donuts! Breakfast and lunch choices abound. Coffee, tea, specialty beverages, and more please everyone. And ice cream!! Staff take orders at the counter, are friendly, and are helpful. What a great place!

They have a variety of baked goods. I wanted a "whoopie pie", got traditional chocolate vanilla…read morecream and a peanut butter cookie and cream. I took a picture of the powder cream doughnut i also purchased.. Delicious!

Most delicious cookies and pastries plus excellent informative staff…read more The "Home of the Long John." Don't miss the Moravian Buns, Fastnachts, and molasses cookies. Staff could not be more friendly and helpful.

Great breads and sticky buns! I wish they didn't have all the calories...such is life. Their…read morebreads and buns are the best and worth the calories once in awhile.

I have been buying Michael's raisin bread for years and absolutely love it. Was so happy to hear…read morethat they have a mail order.

Windy Hill Bake Shop is a small little to-go shack located in Gordonville. They are known famously…read morefor their fry pies, but they also sell cookies, homemade potato chips, and canned goods. They are only opened on Thursdays and Fridays, but the hubs and I were lucky in stopping by to grab some of their readily-available fry pies! We got the Apple Snitz (filled with apple butter), Pumpkin Creme, and the Key Lime Creme - all are a bit smaller than the usual fry pie that's found and a little bit more pricier (at $1.75 per pie). They were of a good size for those who just want to nibble on a snack! When you step inside the shack, you'll see some boxes and crates filled with pies that are ready to be shipped out to local businesses and/or for those who had ordered in advance. Just note that their sign is extremely small, so it's easily missed! +known for fry pies +cash only

I bought two of these pies (peach, cherry cream) in the Reading Terminal Market on 8/15:…read more The pastry (crust) itself was good and crispy with a decent taste, but the filling was bland and tasted sugarless. I won't be buying these pies again.

We went to Lapp Valley farm for the most creamy and delicious ice cream…read more Very short distance from it is the village farm market. It is a beautiful farm filled with trees, plants, succulents... anything you need for your flower/plant needs. But it is a secret gem that hides the most amazing sandwich shop in the area. It is filled with fresh bread, baked goods and most amazing pies, fresh fruit and vegetables. But all of it hides this amazing sandwich shop that has one of the best Philly Cheese Steaks. It is gooey with melted cheese and if you ask for chopped hot peppers... you can get the perfect blend of banana peppers and jalapeño peppers to get the kick! You don't want to miss this store if you are in the area! We stayed in a nearby Airbnb tiny home. You can't beat the kind attentive service and the care by which they make every sandwich. Everything is so fresh and well made! No indoor seating... so be ready for the heat if you plan to eat here.

What a great place. So much good stuff it was difficult to decide, hence the pictures i took…read more They were even nice enough to heat up a fresh peach dumpling for us and add icecream. So so good.

Probably the best donut I've ever had! Beautiful roadside shop with pastries, honey, jams, pies,…read moreand DONUTS! $9.50 for a half dozen seemed well worth it! Cozy shop and friendly staff.

Always amazing! Their cheese danish are like eating cheese on a cloud. This has become our favorite…read moreplace for fresh baked goods in Lancaster. Worth it every time. Friendly service and it's in the middle of farms so enjoy the scenery. All I can say is go!

M&A Sweet Treats.... in my opinion is not just the Best Bakery in Lancaster county, it's got to be…read moreone of the best in the country? We love their Sourdough bread. Recently we asked if they would make a loaf of Sourdough Cinnamon brown sugar bread. They did, and it was absolutely Amazing. All the goodness of their sourdough with the festive addition of cinnamon and brown sugar. Off the charts! I asked before I wrote this and they are happy to make some for you. Had another piece this morning with coffee for breakfast. I'm already envisioning a Christmas morning breakfast of "French Toast" using M&A's Cinnamon, brown sugar sour dough bread. While you are there try their holiday offering of a pumpkin cream filled glazed doughnut sprinkled with cinnamon and nutmeg!! Too good!

Excellent bakery shop! The service was welcoming. M & A are initials of two Mennonite relatives who…read moremake really great sweets! Quiet, calm place with seating inside. If you spend $5, you get a free cup of amazing coffee!