Pros: The staff is extremely friendly and the interior of the shop is heavily decorated so much…read morepink! The decorations are adorable and make the place look livelier. I usually buy the raspberry cake slice, the macarons, and Whoopie Cookies. I've purchased the cruffles and the macarons as gifts for my friends, and they're always adorned in a cute box with a ribbon bow. There are also gluten-free cupcakes available. They've never disappointed me and I often walk out of the store with a smile and my sweet tooth satisfied. Cons: Street parking can be tricky during busier times. However, it's about a 5 minute walk away from the Santa Rosa Plaza Mall. The cake slices and cupcakes lay on the buttercream pretty thick, which can get overly sweet. Overall: I had been going to Sift Dessert Bar since 2015, and when it closed in 2024, I was surprised to find that the location for the original Santa Rosa store is now owned by a former manager of Sift Dessert Bar! If you missed Sift Dessert Bar, you'll definitely love Blondie's Bakery Boutique. The colorful interior and sweet treats make this shop a must-visit. While I have ordered a cake from Sift Dessert Bar, I have not done so for Blondie's Bakery Boutique.

It was a pleasure and delightful to meet the owner, the baker and a beautiful, strong and confident…read morewoman who is beautiful inside and out. It was a pleasure to enjoy your delicious cupcakes, your cake, and all your hard work and joy! You have made me realize it was worth taking and being spontaneous to enjoy sweets whole heartedly! Snickerdoodle Cupcake Granny's, Apple Pie Cupcake, Cookies & Cream/Dairy Free* Cupcake, Red Velvet Cupcake, Chocolate Delight Cupcake, and Lemon Cupcake Must try!

Finding a neighborhood gem like Red Bird Bakery is exactly why we support local artisans. This spot…read morehas mastered the balance of traditional technique and a welcoming, community-focused atmosphere that makes it a standout in the North Bay. The craftsmanship here is evident in every loaf and pastry. Their sourdough is a masterclass in texture, boasting that perfect, resilient crust and a complex, airy crumb that captures the essence of classic fermentation. The sweet and savory options are equally impressive, delivered with a warmth that feels authentically local. * **Pastry Excellence:** The ham and cheese croissants are expertly laminated, providing a shatteringly crisp exterior that gives way to a rich, savory center. For those with a sweet tooth, the berry scones are consistently packed with fresh fruit and have a tender, buttery finish. * **Signature Granola:** Beyond the fresh bakes, their granola is a hidden star--perfectly toasted, balanced in sweetness, and ideal for a high-energy morning. * **The Vibe:** Whether you're visiting the Sebastopol Avenue location or catching them at the farmer's market, the service is genuinely personal. The brick-and-mortar space has a cool, industrial-meets-inviting aesthetic that makes it a great destination, even if you're used to grabbing your favorites at Oliver's. Have you had a chance to try any of their seasonal special loaves, or do you tend to stick to the classic sourdough?

I was lucky enough to have a friend bring me treats from this little spot. I completely forgot to…read moretake pictures, unfortunately. She brought me a pain au chocolate and a plain croissant. I was intrigued by the texture as they were not exactly what I would expect. While they were not terribly flaky. the pastry was still excellent. My husband absolutely adored a croissant and said that he felt like while they didn't have the same layers, they were not greasy and quite delicious. Will definitely go and try something in the future.

This is located in my neck of the woods. I'm not sure if this is a sin or a curse living near by…read more I wanted to get my friend something for her birthday, I decided to get the Banana Pudding cupcake for her. The young lady who helped was so nice about asking if I wanted to pick out a bow and a ribbon. She took my order and asked when would I like to come pick it up? I replied, Friday. My mom enjoyed hers so much she ate it all in one session. I'm going to have to try the Banana Pudding myself while it's still around.

Sweet Find. How did I not ry this earlier? Just had the most wonderful experience at Nothing Bundt…read moreCakes! Huge shoutout to Heather for the amazing service -- so welcoming and helpful from start to finish. The atmosphere is super cute and cozy, perfect for a little treat. We left with a Lemon and a Chocolate Chip Bundt cake, and let me tell you, they did not disappoint! The flavors are incredible -- they have so many options like classic chocolate, red velvet, vanilla, plus fun ones like confetti, carrot, and strawberries & cream. Definitely going back to try a few more! ;)

I stop in here fairly often, but just realized I had forgotten to show some love for this local…read morebakery. I stop in for the savory pastries as snacks often, but most recently I dropped in for a couple of sweet treats to take to a friend's house for dinner. We had Strawberry and Rhubarb tart and a couple of mini-bundt chocolate cakes. Both were a hit! Great bakery! Give them a shot!

I have been a big fan of Criminal Baking for several years now. They have stayed very consistent in…read moremaking great food and supporting the community in Santa Rosa. It has a kind of odd location in a warehouse building north of Railroad Square. I actually miss their old location near Julliard Park, but this location probably works better for their business. One of the main reasons I come here is their abundance of gluten free pastries. I try to avoid eating a lot of gluten as I don't feel great after eating it. They even make a few vegan gluten free options if you can't have dairy as well. They also have great savory bowls and breakfast burritos. On my most recent visit we ordered a breakfast veggie burrito and it was delicious! Lots of fresh cooked veggies! I recommend grabbing a packet of cholula hot sauce and putting it on the burrito! I also want to add a shout out to the Warrior Bowl! Delicious and healthy, although I don't get it at this last visit. I typically grab a gluten free muffin or scone. It's really hard to fine good gluten free pastries, but these are really good. On my last visit, I got a non-gluten free pastry and tried their cinnamon roll and an Ube Kite, which was a limited time special. The cinnamon roll was a bit dry, but these Ube kite was very good! Another thing I really like to get at Criminal is their pie. You can order whole ones or just get slices. They are excellent! The service is typically really great here! The only thing I don't love is the indoor dining area, which just feels a bit weird. Get a table outside or walk to a bench in the nearby park.

Loved it!! I went with my friend today and he got the ice cream he's been craving for, and the…read moreperson working is super chill and I loved the double chocolate cookie! Highly recommend whenever your craving sugar

Noble Folk is a wonderful, local Sonoma County business. They have just two locations the other…read morebeing in Healdsburg. In my opinion, Noble Folk not only has the best ice cream in Sonoma County, but also some of the best pies and cupcakes. They do just about everything dessert as well as support other local businesses and local farms. They have a wonderful assortment of merch you can buy and they also have a great staff of people who work for them. On this particular visit, we came in for ice cream. Their ice cream flavors are really unique and fun, with lots of flavors and textures. Tonight I tried their Sticky Toffee flavor, which was superb. I am also very partial to their Dutch Chocolate and their Earl Grey ice cream. Besides their ice cream, I've also had their pie on several occasions including ordering their pies for holidays. They are a great business to support so please stop on by and check it out!

I'm giving this cake shop 5 stars because I think local businesses like this need our support…read more Excellent quality, professional service. I paid $120 for a large rectangular birthday cake. For my budget, that's a lot for a birthday cake. I probably would've paid less if I had taken the recommendation of the baker and bought a smaller cake for the number of guests, but the birthday boy was with me and he wanted bigger, bigger, bigger. However, the birthday cake was a huge hit. It was a delicious cake, and all the 9-year-olds thought it was amazing, lots of wow's. I wish I had a picture of it -- soccer themed.

Do not be stupid like me. Thought this was a baked goods bakery when I saw the name. It's a cake…read moreshop! But luckily they do sell slices of cake, so it was not a complete fail on my part. Flan chocolate cake (5/5 stars) - this was so delicious! the caramel topping from the flan leaks into the chocolate cake making it moist and more flavorful, the flan is so good and the amazing part is that it is all not too sweet! Overall, surprises are good~

We stopped in on Saturday noonish for a bite after shopping the antique stores. Small and very cute…read moreplace. Many options for food and drink menu, and a variety of items for purchase. We ordered the avocado toast and turkey Brie wrap. Both were delicious! The avocado toast, while the portion was not huge, was the best! Thin slice of toast, light spread of cream cheese, lots of avocado and covered in greens. Delicious! The wrap was huge and half came home. Really appreciated the little brownie treat added to the order. Patio seating added to the positive experience. I will definitely be back.

Stopped by a coffee and a small snack and definitely got more! I didn't think this bakery and cafe…read morewas going to be just a coffee shop, but there were so many items. My friend and I got both a latte. I got a honey lavender iced latte. We both a grill cheese sandwich with salami. The cheese pull away AMAZING! It was cheesy and gooey, just like I like. It had three different cheeses. I just wish I would added pesto or chili oil crunch to give it an extra notch. My drink was great. I also got other items as well such as a mango chipotle jam, chili oil crunch, and some cast iron salve. The bakery is super cute and tidy and the. You can sit outside and eat and drink. The staff were kind and so friendly. They even brought our food out to us. Definitely will go back when I'm in Sebastopol!

Mother-daughter duo who thrive to exceed expectations of the GF community with baked goods. They…read morehost monthly pop-up events at the bakery (follow their instagram for info). Get there early or pre-order so you don't miss out on any goodies you have your eye on. Everything is worth a try (since it's GF) but not everything I tried I could rave about. They also do special orders during the week.

So so happy that I found this bakery. My nephew is celiac and it's so difficult to find a dedicated…read moregluten free bakery in the area. The cake was delicious and my nephew loved the decoration. The service was great and they provided exactly what I wanted. The cake was moist and so flavorful. I also tried some of their cupcakes and they are delicious. This cake was chocolate with raspberry filling. I'll be getting ALL my cakes from this bakery going forward.

Great products and customer service. Love the owner and their cake variety, style, and taste are…read moreamazing.

Unassuming little bakery on Mendo Ave has the flakiest apple pie and apple dumplings!!! Years ago I…read morerecall trying some of their other items that were very good but once I tasted the pie and dumplings I haven't tried anything else! Always a treat when I'm in the vicinity to stop in and grab some dumplings and major sadness if I'm too late and they've sold out for the day. He does a lot of cakes that sound amazing and I'm sure they are. Would like to try them sometime. I'd much rather support a small business such as this than get goods at a grocery store bakery. Quality in every bite.

Village Bakery is an amazing bakery located on the edge of Santa Rosa. They had a huge assortment…read moreof different pastries and drinks. I ordered an Asiago pesto croissant, a chocolate raspberry tart and an iced Americano. All the food was AMAZING!! The staff were lovely and they have indoor and outdoor seating for any weather. If you're looking for a nice place to grab a drink and chat with a friend then Village Bakery is an absolute must!

Village Bakery is my definition of True Love!! By far the best I've ever had in the pastry and…read morecookie selections, from the chocolate croissant, pesto cheese croissant, lemon Poppy muffins, pumpkin scone and my favorite the chocolate chip cookie! I'm looking forward to trying EVERYTHING! I've tried most of these items from my Taylor Lane coffee shop in Sebastopol. I had to know where these delicious pastries were from because baby when I tell you they make me so happy, I mean it with my whole heart! I looked up this location and so glad they are close to my home. Love love love it here! I can't wait to try it all! The service I got was so pleasant. Very friendly ladies working. The place has a few tables inside, as well as outside. The prices are great, very affordable! Hell I think they can charge more! Talk about quality ingredients you can taste! Everything is made daily and always taste so fresh! I will absolutely be back!