Last updated September 20, 2026 · ranked from 6,791 Google reviews · How we rank
This dessert list stays within Grand Rapids, MI, bringing together macaron, doughnut, pastry and bakery names from across the city. Le Bon Macaron leads the ranking with a 4.8 Google rating from 474 reviews, followed by Sandy's Donuts at 4.7 from 939 reviews. Rise Authentic Baking Co. and Nantucket Baking Company - Lyon St each hold a 4.6 rating, while Van's Pastry Shoppe and Cakabakery each score 4.5. Arnie's Bakery and Krispy Kreme round out the listed spots. Ratings range from 3.6 to 4.8, and review counts range from 327 to 2,533—useful numbers to compare as you choose your next dessert stop in Grand Rapids, MI.
Top picks at a glance
1Le Bon MacaronLe Bon Macaron specializes in French macarons, with more than 100 flavors in its repertoire, and serves coffee and tea.
2Sandy's DonutsSandy's Donuts makes classic donuts from scratch and opens Tuesday through Saturday from 5 a.m. to 1 p.m.
3Rise Authentic Baking Co.Rise Authentic Baking Co. makes vegan, gluten-free, soy-free and dye-free baked goods from scratch and accepts custom cake orders.
4.8(474)· Google4.8 out of 5 from 474 reviews (Google rating)
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Open now · closes 6:00 PM
French macarons anchor Le Bon Macaron’s first-place ranking, supported by a 4.8 Google rating from 474 reviews and a business history dating to 2010. At 951 Cherry St SE in Grand Rapids, MI, the cafe pairs its dessert focus with French press coffee, espresso, and Sloane Fine Tea. The business describes a repertoire of more than 100 macaron flavors, while lattes use its own syrups and French sodas use its own fruit puree. Daily hours and takeout make it a practical dessert stop.
4.7(939)· Google4.7 out of 5 from 939 reviews (Google rating)
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Closed today
Classic donuts made from scratch give Sandy's Donuts its foundation at No. 2, supported by a 4.7-star Google rating from 939 reviews. At 2040 Leonard St NW in Grand Rapids, MI, the shop pairs donuts with coffee in a simple, wood-paneled space. Counter service, dine-in and takeout options, and a free parking lot make it practical for a quick dessert stop. Hours run from 5 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, so plan for an early visit.
4.6(797)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 797 reviews (Google rating)
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Open now · closes 5:00 PM
Scratch-made baking with an allergy-conscious focus earns Rise Authentic Baking Co. the No. 3 spot. This women-owned bakery at 1220 Fulton St W in Grand Rapids, MI makes vegan, gluten-free, soy-free and dye-free baked goods, and accepts custom cake and pastry orders. Its full espresso bar adds coffee, tea, matcha and hojicha to a dessert visit. A 4.6 Google rating from 797 reviews supports its standing, while daily hours and both dine-in and takeout options make it a practical stop.
4.6(386)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 386 reviews (Google rating)
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Open now · closes 7:00 PM
Pastries and cakes anchor the dessert appeal at Nantucket Baking Company - Lyon St, which earns rank 4 with a neighborhood bakeshop setting and a 4.6 Google rating from 386 reviews. Located at 615 Lyon St NE in Grand Rapids, MI, the shop opens at 7 a.m. daily and stays open until 7 p.m. on weekdays and 5 p.m. on weekends. Its rustic space is geared toward quick takeout visits rather than seated meals, with free lot and street parking available.
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Opens daily at seven
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4.5(625)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 625 reviews (Google rating)
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Open now · closes 4:00 PM
A long-standing local identity and a 4.5-star Google rating from 625 reviews earn Van's Pastry Shoppe the No. 5 spot. Its Google description identifies it as the oldest bakery in Grand Rapids, MI, and its price level of 1 puts it in the lowest listed price tier. Located at 955 Fulton St E, the shop opens at 6 a.m. Monday through Saturday. Coffee, dine-in service, and takeout make it a practical early stop, while in-store pickup and delivery offer other ways to order.
4.5(327)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 327 reviews (Google rating)
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Closed today
A 4.5-star Google rating from 327 reviews and several ways to order put Cakabakery at No. 6 among dessert spots in Grand Rapids, MI. Located at 919 Fulton St E, it offers in-store shopping, takeout, pickup, and delivery, with coffee available too. Free lot and street parking make visits practical, while a wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking add accessibility. Friday hours run until 6 p.m.; Saturday hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
4.1(710)· Google4.1 out of 5 from 710 reviews (Google rating)
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Open now · closes 6:00 PM
Fresh baked goods, desserts and coffee put Arnie's Bakery at No. 8, with a 4.1-star Google rating from 710 reviews supporting its place. At 815 Leonard St NW in Grand Rapids, MI, it offers dine-in service, takeout and in-store pickup. Weekday hours start at 6:45 a.m. and run until 6 p.m., giving visitors time for an early bakery stop or an afternoon dessert. Free lot and street parking, plus wheelchair-accessible seating and an accessible entrance, add practical reasons to visit.
3.6(2,533)· Google3.6 out of 5 from 2533 reviews (Google rating)
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Open now · closes 10:00 PM
Daily hours from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. give Krispy Kreme a practical reason for its No. 9 spot: donuts are available from breakfast through an evening dessert stop. At 2700 E Beltline Ave SE in Grand Rapids, MI, the longtime chain serves a variety of donut flavors and shapes, plus coffee and frozen drinks. Counter service and a casual setting suit a quick visit, while drive-through, takeout, curbside pickup, and delivery offer several ways to get an order to go.
3.6(2,533)3.6 out of 5 from 2533 reviews (Google rating)
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How we ranked this list
Each dessert spot is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the Grand Rapids category average), how recently we verified its details, and how complete its listing is. Scores and ranks are stored, so the order only changes when the underlying data changes.
dessert spots in Grand Rapids, MI: common questions
Where can I get dessert late at night in Grand Rapids, MI?
Culver’s at 2510 E Beltline Ave SE specializes in frozen custard and is open until midnight daily. Kitchen 67 at 1977 E Beltline Ave NE serves dessert and closes at 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 9 p.m. Sunday.
Which bakery offers vegan and gluten-free baked goods?
Rise Authentic Baking Co. at 1220 Fulton St W in Grand Rapids, MI makes vegan, gluten-free, soy-free and dye-free baked goods from scratch. It also offers custom-order cakes and wedding and event catering. Hours are 7 a.m.–5 p.m. weekdays and 8 a.m.–4 p.m. weekends.
How do Sandy's Donuts and Krispy Kreme compare?
Sandy's Donuts at 2040 Leonard St NW in Grand Rapids, MI serves scratch-made classic donuts and has a 4.7 Google rating from 939 reviews. Its hours are 5 a.m.–1 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Krispy Kreme at 2700 E Beltline Ave SE has a 3.6 rating from 2,533 reviews and opens 6 a.m.–10 p.m. daily. Both offer dine-in and takeout; Krispy Kreme also has a drive-through and delivery.
Which dessert stops have useful amenities for families?
Culver’s at 2510 E Beltline Ave SE and Russ' Restaurant at 2750 28th St SE in Grand Rapids, MI both offer children's menus, high chairs and changing tables. Both highlight dessert. Culver’s uses counter service and has outdoor seating, while Russ' offers table service in a casual, quiet setting.
Which bakeries offer delivery in Grand Rapids, MI?
Hall Street Bakery at 1200 Hall St SE and Van's Pastry Shoppe at 955 Fulton St E both offer delivery, takeout and in-store pickup. Hall Street Bakery serves hand-crafted pastries and has a 4.3 Google rating from 740 reviews; Van's has a 4.5 rating from 625 reviews. Sandy's Donuts, Rise Authentic Baking Co. and Arnie's Bakery offer takeout but not delivery.
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