Sweets by Shayda Cafe

Loaf is a Durham bakery and shop at 111 W Parrish St, famed for fresh breads and pastries baked daily. Critics praise creative flavor pairings, authentic French pastries like Gougere, and careful craftsmanship. The store offers a quick pick-up experience with a three-person limit inside and no seating. Some note higher prices, but the quality and welcoming vibe draw regulars.

Little Barb's Bakery offers custom cakes, a case of treats, and catering from its Durham shop at 530 Foster St Suite 1. Reviews highlight creative, beautifully decorated cakes and friendly, easy coordination, making it a Durham staple. The bakery also hosts cake classes (noted in reviews as part of the Durham Food Hall) and welcomes guests for drop-ins and celebrations.

Ninth Street Bakery is a Durham bakery, cafe, and store offering a wide selection of loaves and baked goods to take home. The menu features sandwiches, soups, and treats such as French sourdough, 7-grain loaves, muffins, and more. Customers highlight helpful staff and an outdoor patio, making it a welcoming spot for dine-in or to-go.

Mad Hatter Cafe + Bakeshop in Durham blends a cafe, bakery, and dessert shop with fresh pastries, coffee, and prepared foods. Guests praise friendly service and the welcoming atmosphere, helped by manager Elizabeth. Local artwork on display adds charm. The shop creates custom cakes (including wedding cakes) and is known for chocolate chip scones, brownies, and sugar cookies. Busy periods may affect wait times.

Located in Durham, The French Corner Bakery offers a welcoming, kitschy escape with a cozy, vintage café vibe. Customers rave about pastries like strawberry croissants, tiramisú, blueberry Danish, and custom cakes, plus coffee and lattes. Friendly staff and a charming atmosphere with seven old sewing-machine tables and Eiffel Towers make the experience memorable.

Guglhupf Bakery is a Durham bakery and dessert shop known for fresh, beautiful pastries and friendly, helpful staff. Located at 2706 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd Suite C, it offers online ordering and customizable cakes, with many customers praising above-and-beyond service and beautifully decorated birthday cakes. Visitors travel from nearby areas to enjoy its welcoming atmosphere and diverse confections.