Best Bakeries in Salt Lake City

Alright - Banbury Cross is admittedly not a traditional bakery rife with bread. However, this Utah institution has been a famous staple in Salt Lake cuisine and culture since its opening in 1986. Specializing in delicious - even gourmet - doughnuts, this unique Salt Lake establishment also offers a variety of other sweet goods. If the glazed, chocolate, old fashioned, raised, maple frosted, cinnamon crumb, strawberry frosted or cake doughnuts won't satisfy you, consider instead trying a cinnamon roll, muffin, orange roll, or apple fritter. If you're picking up doughnuts for breakfast, you can also purchase milk, orange juice, and coffee here.

Elaborately decorated cakes are Mrs. Backer's specialty, and designs range from simple assemblies to absolutely elegant creations that boast intricate poinsettia or daffodil blossoms. In addition to the fine cakes, tarts, tortes, cookies, and trays of baked goodies have made Mrs. Backer's popular for over 70 years. Here you won't just find run-of-the-mill baked goods; everything, from brownies to pastries and cupcakes, is adorned with individualized flair. Whether you're planning a wedding, or simply crave a satisfying treat, stop by Mrs. Backer's. Swing by the bakery and grab a to-go selection of fine baked goods for the whole family.

Located in Sugarhouse, Schmidt's Pastry Cottage enjoys the reputation of being one of Salt Lake City's finest bakeries. Schmidt's specialty is fine cakes - not just delicious cakes, but beautiful and creative ones at that. As such, this bakery has become a staple establishment for wedding and party cakes. However, you needn't require a wedding to stop by Schmidt's. The bakery offers numerous other baked goods that can be enjoyed by the casual shopper. From tortes and eclairs to croissants and sourdoughs, Schmidt's is guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth. Even those ordering sugar cookies or cupcakes will find themselves in for a gourmet treat.

Vosen's is Utah's own authentic German bakery that specializes in a variety of amazing baked goods. Owned and operated by German-born master baker Markus Vosen, this bakery creates breads, pastries, baguettes, rolls, desserts and seasonal goods. Offering items like soft pretzels, streusels and plunderschneckes, as well as French, onion, and walnut baguettes, the bakery also serves terrific seasonal and holiday-inspired goodies like christstollens and zimtsternes (yuletide cinnamon stars), strawberry tartlets (in summer), and plum pies (in autumn). Those who have ever enjoyed the wonders of German baking know that this bakery warrants a visit. Beware: Vosen's is closed on Sunday and Monday.

Carlucci's is a hungry person's paradise. Offering an excellent selection of baked goods, as well as gourmet, cafe;-style breakfasts and lunches, this Italian establishment gives you the opportunity to enjoy delicious foods and dishes with flair. The breakfast menu contains a broad selection of creative quiches, omelets and other specialties like tofu scramble, yogurt and house-made granola and ham and cheese croissant sandwiches. At lunch time, you can choose from sandwiches that range from hummus to garlic & herb goat cheese, turkey bacon & avocado and baked Italian marinated tofu. Opt for a half sandwich and enjoy the house-made soup or any number of salads. The bakery produces more than two dozen varieties of pastries, as well as a large selection of cakes in bread.

Tulie Bakery enjoys a prime location just north of the 9th and 9th intersection in Sugarhouse, and adjacent to Trio Cafe;one of the city's most popular modern Italian eateries. This tempting little gem offers some of the tastiest light fare in all of Salt Lake City. With a menu that ranges from hot, pressed sandwiches to pastries and cakes, the Tulie Bakery challenges you to find a reason NOT to visit. For breakfast, try a quiche, bread pudding, pain au jambon or creme fraiche coffee cake. For any other meal of the day, enjoy a turkey, brie and avocado Panini, or perhaps try a sopressata, pesto or mozzarella, tomato and basil one instead.