Best Bakery and Cake Shops in Belle Meade Island

"This family-owned doughnut shop in Wynwood is not your average dessert place and that’s a good thing. Doughnut flavors here change seasonally and all of the family’s yeast-raised doughnuts use a 24-hour brioche recipe (think butter, flaky bread and more butter). The Salty Donut serves cake doughnuts too, which are crunchy on the outside, and moist on the inside."

"Although 'artisanal doughnuts' sounds pretentious, no one can deny the merits of these artfully designed creations featuring seasonal ingredients – probably the best in South Florida. Maple and bacon, guava and... Mexican in Wynwood & the Design District"

"The line may wrap around the block, but every single minute waiting is worth it. Trust me, once you take a bite of one of their donuts, happy tears will start streaming down your face. And oh yeah, guess what?"

"Zak the Baker's Technicolor building is just billed as "bakery" on the outside—a sign of false modesty if ever there was one. Zak's is known for its world-class bread, which some of the city's best restaurants order to serve to their customers. Here at the mothership, though, the painstakingly made pleated loaves are topped with corned beef or avocado, and rye bread, chocolate babkas, and quiche all fly off the shelves."

"Restaurants Delis Wynwood. Probably the most famous bread person in Miami is Zak [Stern] the baker, who’s created a Jewish bakery that feels both rooted in tradition yet ambitiously adventurous. If it’s the bread that gets you through the door then it’s ZTB’s deli dishes that will make you a repeat customer."

"Restaurants Delis Wynwood"

"Former Miami firefighter Derek Kaplan's chocolate cake is practically synonymous with over-the-top chocolate merriment. This decadent double-layer creation is not only blanketed in a chocolate drip shell but also topped with chocolate buttercream frosting and mini chocolate chips. A slice costs $8.50, and a whole cake, for $68, weighs more than eight pounds and serves up to 20 people."

"No need to drive to Key West for a quality slice: Miami is replete with plenty of takes on the classic pie that nail the sweet-to-tart ratio. At Fireman Derek’s, the key lime is the most requested flavor—and it’s no surprise why. It strikes the perfect balance between tart and sweet, and it always includes a generous heap of whipped cream."

"The namesake of Puerto Rican pastry chef Antonio Bachour is an oasis of the Instagram-worthy creations that have made him a national sensation. Glass display cases proffer seductive rows of brightly colored cakes, macarons, croissants, and bonbons to satisfy even the most demanding sweet tooth. This 5,000-square-foot spot, tucked away in Coral Gables on a serene corner of Salzedo Street, offers not only melt-in-your-mouth pastries and desserts, but also workshops for culinary professionals and a daylong à la carte menu of salads, egg-based dishes, tarts, sandwiches, and hearty entrées such as churrasco and grilled salmon."

"Pastry mastermind Antonio Bachour is known for posting downright drool-worthy shots of his desserts to 900,000 followers (and counting)—and now you can get in on the action by visiting one of his namesake bakery and restaurant locations in Coral Gables, Miami Beach and Doral. (P.S. You’re going to want to get a few pastries for the road after you’re done photoshooting.). 2020 Salzedo St. Coral Gables; antoniobachour.com/restaurant-antonio-bachour"

"Besides serving expert-level breakfast, lunch and brunch fare, pastry mastermind Antonio Bachour specializes in downright gorgeous and delicious pastries at Bachour Bakery, which includes outposts in Doral, Miami Beach and Coral Gables. No matter which location you visit, the sweets selection will likely be too pretty to eat. But don’t let that stop you—just look at how tasty everything looks."

"The food and seating options are endless – making it the best spot to work on South Beach. Make sure you visit the one on 7th, since 17th is in the midst of a tourism central. If you’re craving something sweet, try one of their blended coffee shakes!"

"From Business: Fresh and innovative sandwiches, salads, soups, sweets and more. Specialty coffee is ground from the world's finest beans and prepared by expert baristi."

"For all you France-loving vegans out there, L'Artisane Creative Bakery has a treat in store for you. Their French-inspired menu is completely vegan, allowing you to eat without question and guilt to your heart's content. Along with light lunch items like the chicken(less) salad, tofu and vegetable quiche, and a crab(less) sandwich, you'll find vegan desserts like the flakiest croissants, pain au chocolat, and "cream cheese" Danishes."

"Visit this creative French vegan bakery with a wide range of pastries, petit gateaux, viennoiserie, gourmet sandwiches, and salads. They have great coffee and delicious croissants. L’Artisane is located at 2526 Ponce de Leon, Coral Gables, FL. For more information visit lartisanebakery.com"

"Enjoy sweets from the first French vegan bakery in the U.S at L’Artisane Creative Bakery right here in Miami Beach!. Enjoy both sweet and savory vegan delights ranging from a classic croissant to a delicious vegan burger and everything in between."

"Nestled in the heart of Fort Lauderdale’s yachting district, Fresh First puts a modern healthy spin on yummy grub. The breakfast and lunch menu boasts 100% gluten-free food. Options such as veggie tofu scrambled with mushrooms, red peppers, spinach and onions with flax bread and the lentil burger are vegan favorites."

"Attentive and friendly wait staff which was refreshing but the food was truly inspired. Flavor combinations seemed to be painstakingly thou..."

"What started as a love for delicious baked goods turned into a mission to bake the world’s best vegan desserts. Their journey inspired them to eat sweet while eliminating ingredients that may cause allergic reactions or spark food intolerances—all of their products and vegan, soy-free, gluten-free, and refined-sugar-free. From cookies to cupcakes, you’ll fall in love with vegan at The Chocolate Chip Bakery."

"In terms of truly impressive interiors, KOMODO is by far one of the most intriguing, eclectic and romantic restaurants in Miami. Sprawling, sexy, and filled with enough unique decor to force you to peel your eyes away from your partner, this is the ultimate date-night restaurant. They’ve even got a cosy little bird’s nest you can request to dine in, which, to be honest, is going to create a romantic evening you’ll never forget."

"Restaurants Chinese Brickell. David Grutman’s upscale Asian restaurant is crawling with celebrities at any given moment, which is partly why he can charge the big bucks for Peking duck, wagyu beef dumplings and Chilean seabass skewers. If it’s a party you want, the scene-y spot delivers in terms of flavor and quality."

"At Komodo—the pan-Asian food and fun mecca opened by David Grutman on Brickell—the food is good, the drinks are better, and the stargazing is major. Think of it as cocktails with a side of Kardashians. Sip on the Dragon Punch, made with Grey Goose vodka, ginger liqueur, lychee purée, lemon and raspberry."

"Not only does he do Thai, Japanese and Chinese flavors in this pan-Asian cafe, he likes to add in Filipino, Taiwanese, Korean and a blend of original interpretations that Miamians can only label "yum." So while it's difficult to perhaps pinpoint all his influences in some dishes, such as the crispy almond snapper in the saffron-soba broth, it's also hard to really care. From appetizers like the wild mushroom salad with cilantro-ginger dressing to the Filipino rice bowl topped with pork, a sunny-side-up egg and pickles, it's a veritable bonanza of playful Asian flavors. Complementing the fare, Teh also serves authentic bubble teas, house-made sodas, and a select sake and wine list."

"Fort Lauderdale's rich history for African-Americans is presented in this inspiring museum. Many of the honors that are due to pioneers in the African-American community in Broward County are not recorded, but it is here through exhibits and lectures and special events that visitors and locals can learn more of this interesting and exciting chapter of local history. Built in 1924, this was the region's lone African-American school for children during segregation."

"More of a cultural center than a museum, the space is both a comforting reminder for Haitian expats of their country’s art, history, music, movies, and literature and a fascinating look into a Caribbean nation that too few have been able to visit. Opened in 2004 to commemorate Haiti’s Bicentennial, the 60,000-square-foot museum is a one-of-a-kind experience just steps from Miami’s Little Haiti neighborhood, a location that makes it even more immersive ($10/adult). Find out more: http://www.haitianheritagemuseum.org/"

"You won’t find any white tablecloths at Gou Lou Cheong or any seating, either, but what the restaurant saves on real estate it passes on to customers in the form of Chinese barbecue that will blow your mind without breaking the bank. Step up to the register and ask for your choice of fatty or lean pork (sold by the pound for about $5 per), and if you’re really hungry, add some lotus-wrapped sticky rice, pork buns, or dumplings. Quick tip: You’ll need cash for these cheap eats in Fort Lauderdale."

"For more than 100 years, this legendary South Beach restaurant has been the definitive place to feast on massive crustaceans served family-style. Pro tip: No meal here is complete without a slice of key lime pie. Now doing delivery and take-out."

"I used the app to order my food thinking it would just Be a simple pick up. The parking lot is really small. The people are nice but service is really sl..."