Best Bakery and Cake Shops in Lorain

"Tucked neatly at the far end of Starkweather close to the center of historical, hip, artsy Tremont, Lucky's Café boasts quirky décor and original artworks on the walls and is a casual, stylish spot for creative breakfasts, freshly brewed coffee, and a relaxed ambiance. Set on the Tremont Art Walk route, the petite eatery serves an array of freshly baked pastries and treats, breakfast dishes such as in-house granola, yogurt and fresh fruit, lemon waffles and blueberry compote, and a hearty sausage and biscuits topped with scrambled eggs. The signature Shipwreck is a blissful blend of bacon, eggs, cheese, hash browns, and seasonal veggies served with house-baked Como toast and fresh fruit."

"Lucky’s Café in Tremont offers diners an alternative to mass-produced diner fare. Featured on the Food Network for ‘Guy Fieri’s Diners, Drive-ins and Dives in 2009, Lucky’s local commitment and delicious brunch options have only improved since then. Highlights include pecan bacon, baked mac and cheese and their house-made granola made with local honey and grains from a third generation grain farm."

"Our mission is to provide the people of our community with food, pastry, and breads which are made by hand with care and attention to quality, using only the freshest ingredients."

"For more than 100 years, this celebrated bakery has anchored Cleveland’s historic Little Italy neighborhood. The lively corner cafe turns out exceptional fresh-baked breads, pastries, and cakes, including Ohio’s best cassata. At mealtimes, a savory selection of items comes into view, namely square-cut pizza, meatball subs, and to-die-for stromboli, served with a side of marinara."

"Located in the heart of Little Italy, Presti’s Bakery and Café is well known for its cheesecakes, cannolis, Italian cookies, tiramisu, tartlets, cookies and pastries, breads and even gelato. The interior offers ample seating for guests, as well as a fairly large selection of savory Italian take-out dishes like lasagna and stromboli. Presti’s is open Monday from 6 a.m."

"The gist: An Eastern European-style deli with a focus on creative, locally-sourced ingredients, Larder artfully merges old and new world influences in an handsome, open space inside the Ohio City Firehouse.The food: Given the foraging and fermentation expertise of owner Jeremy Umansky, any dish involving mushrooms or brine is a hard yes here. Sandwiches are on seasonal rotation, and the fried chicken option is among the best in the city. And with sides like mettwurst, amazake butter, and koji-cultured venison, there’s always something exciting and new to try.The cost: Sandwiches $9 - $12, sides and sweets $1 - $12.How to book: Stop by for counter-service or call 216-912-8203 for take-out."

"Set inside an 1850s-era firehouse, Larder is a modern-day version of the classic Jewish delicatessen as seen through the eyes of chef Jeremy Umansky. The old-world setting provides the ideal backdrop to display heavenly breads and pastries like black-and-white cookies, fruit-filled rugelach, chocolate babka, buttery challah, and meaty knishes. Hungry Ohio City neighbors literally line up for the now-famous koji-cured pastrami sandwiches, but also try the epic fried chicken sandwiches, matzo ball soup, housemade charcuterie, and daily specials like local beet salad."

"James Beard Foundation nominated Eastern European delicatessen and bakery with Jewish deli roots. From knish to pastrami to chocolate babka, we've got your cravings covered."

"There’s a number of restaurants that cater to a vegetarian palate, but vegan options can be much harder to come by. Luckily, Cleveland Vegan cafe and bakery opened its storefront location in 2014 after operating as a catering company for two years. Enjoy a range of creative options, including the Swiss chard enchiladas (pictured), with sweet potato, kale, and roasted pepitas wrapped in Swiss chard with homemade enchilada sauce and sour "creem," as well as the best-selling breakfast sandwich, a house bagel with chipotle "mayo," sauteed kale, avocado mash, house omelet, tempeh "bacon," alfalfa sprouts, and tomatoes."

"Cleveland Vegan, located in Lakewood, OH, started as a vegan catering company, but recently opened a afé and bakery with more vegan options than almost any other restaurant in the Cleveland area. Every item on the menu is vegan, and many are raw and gluten-free as well. From cookies and muffins in a wide variety of flavors (like strawberry rhubarb, buckeye, double chocolate, and apple walnut oat) to bars, brownies, scones, donuts, croissants, cinnamon rolls, and even custom cakes and “cheezcakes,” the bakery has virtually any vegan treat you could imagine."

"The newest addition to Cleveland’s coffee offerings, Six Shooter has an understated interior that is intimate without being cramped. Here, enjoy flavorful, locally roasted coffee -- the Brazilian roast is deliciously light and sweet -- as well as kombucha on tap. It’s part of the Waterloo District (North Collinwood to old-school Clevelanders), a truly funky part of town that’s sprung up around the Beachland Ballroom."

"This Waterloo gem is known for its rich roasts and quaint, cosy atmosphere. Get your caffeine fix with a deliciously smooth flat white and don’t forget to grab a bag of their house roast on the way out. If you’re craving a snack, they also serve bagels."

"If you fancy the finer things in life, the facilities in Azure will definitely interest you. Azure features a seasonal rooftop lounge, which gives diners a chance to enjoy an array of delicacies and drinks while admiring the iconic skyline of Cleveland. Also, the rooftop lounge has a VIP section that is furnished with elegant sofa sets, tables, and a fluffy carpet."

"Perched 150 ft above city streets, Azure Rooftop Lounge is a trendy rooftop lounge with panoramic views of the downtown Cleveland skyline. With fresh menu items and an vast selection of handcrafted cocktails, it is a great spot to eat, drink and play in Cleveland. This is one of my favorite date night spots with my husband."

"Located on the rooftop of the Metropolitan Hotel at The 9, Azure's stunning patio - boasting an uber sleek and sophisticated design - offers jaw-dropping views of Downtown. Take typical happy hour to another level. 12 stories up, to be exact."

"Check out the vibrant downtown scene in the East 4th Area, where you can indulge in eclectic dining, retail therapy and enjoy mingling with friends or colleagues over cocktails or brews at local bars and lounges not far from our wellness hotel. Learn More for East 4th Area"

"@e4thst is a short walk from the convention center, and exactly where you want to be Thursday night. A post shared by East 4th Street (@e4thst) on May 12, 2017 at 4:32pm PDT. This shopping and dining district has something for everyone, from BBQ to bourbon."

"East 4th Street is one of downtown's liveliest spots to dine, shop, and see the best of the city. Enjoy cuisine from famed chefs like Michael Symon, Jonathon Sawyer, and Zack Bruell, stroll local shops, or sip craft brews. Visit Website for East 4th Area"

"Definitely take a peek inside Wade Memorial Chapel at the Tiffany-designed interior. Afterward, head down Mayfield Rd. and into Little Italy. There are mom-and-pop galleries and shops galore, but, let's be real, we're here for the food. Have lunch at one of the local favorites like Mama Santa's for Sicilian pizza, Mia Bella for upscale Mediterranean, or Guarino's for Italian home cookin'."

"Moored along the city’s Lake Erie shoreline, you can find the incredible USS Cod that is now preserved as both a moving memorial and museum. Set right next to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, it offers fascinating insight into life aboard a submarine and the service it saw during the Second World War and Cold War. One of the best-preserved submarines in the country, it served between 1943 and 1971 and was impressively awarded seven battle stars in World War II."

"The USS Cod Submarine Memorial, a National Historic Landmark, is located on the shores of Lake Erie. This World War II submarine has a storied history of battles and rescues. It was responsible for the first submarine-to-submarine rescue, which occurred in 1945."