Best Bakery and Cake Shops in Orange Park

"At Biscottis' lunch goers indulge in an inventive menu full of well crafted American and European classics with a charming Southern twist. Enjoy the casually sophisticated bistro setting while dining on signature salads complete with made from scratch dressings, along with small plates ideal for sharing, tasty sandwiches and gourmet pizzas. Lunching on the weekend?"

"Biscottis is well known throughout Jacksonville for its decadent desserts. The menu changes daily, but their signature dish is bread pudding. This confectionary delight is served warm with vanilla ice cream, and it will melt your heart it’s so good."

"Biscottis, a traditional American restaurant in Avondale, is another much-loved go-to, with 4.5 stars out of 505 Yelp reviews. Head over to 3556 St. John's Ave. to sample the breakfast and brunch offerings."

"Cinotti’s Bakery, is a safe place for any member of the family at all times and will promote such things through actions and everyday lives. They have a menu which ranges from breakfast to lunch serving simple yet delicious food."

"Cinotti’s Bakery- Sandwich Shop features donuts, custom cakes, and sandwiches. All of their products are available for breakfast and lunch. Furtehmore, their inventory includes cookies, pastries, and pies."

"Bakersville Bread Company is a family-owned and operated bakery located just west of downtown St. Augustine. They specialize in hand-crafted European and International Artisan Bread."

"On a street partially hidden by magic shops and family-crest stores, you'll discover a sweet little place called The Bunnery. The Bunnery is a family owned restaurant that prides itself on hardworking and friendly employees, it serves up quite the selection of desserts. Staying true to the title, The Bunnery has all sorts of buns like: cinnamon buns, sticky buns, and even hamburger buns."

"This European-style bakery in the heart of the historic district is a lovely spot for breakfast, a pastry and cappuccino, or specialty sandwiches like the El Cubano or the Panini Pollo."

"The ecosystems on Cary State Forest are varied and include longleaf pine/wiregrass, mesic flatwoods, wet flatwoods, sandhills, basin swamps and cypress domes. Wildlife species found on the forest include: white-tailed deer, wild turkey, bobcat, otter, alligator, great horned and barred owl, wild hog, pileated woodpecker, yellow-throated vireo, pinewood tree frog and various venomous and non-venomous snake species."

"Florida’s second established state forest, Cary State Forest is comprised of Flatwoods, marshland, and a sandhill. With hiking and horseback riding trails, primitive camping, and the chance to see wildlife, Cary State Forest is a true outdoorsman’s dream. Nearly 13,500 acres, heading to Cary State Forest means leaving behind the hustle and bustle of the city; something everyone needs from time to time."

"Grinder’s American Diner is serving up just that – classic American-style diner food. Why mess with something that’s not broken?. Located in a quiet strip mall, Grinder’s is situated between downtown Jacksonville and the Atlantic Ocean."

"Pay a visit to Metro Diner, known for its appearance on “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives,” to dine on the eatery’s signature Breakfast Pie. The alternating layers of eggs, cheese, potatoes and vegetables can be cooked with bacon or sausage tossed in as well."

"Nothing says southern more than chicken and waffles, but Metro Diner takes the dish to the next level. Even Guy Fieri paid a visit during an episode of Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives. And that strawberry butter?"

"Next up is Mandarin's Metro Diner, situated at 3302 Hendricks Ave. With 4.5 stars out of 649 reviews on Yelp, the diner, breakfast and brunch and traditional American spot has proven to be a local favorite."

"Facing the Spanish Plaza de la Constitucion at its west end, the Government House was constructed from 1706-1713, serving as home to the Spanish governor and capital of the Florida colony. Over the centuries, the building has served many purposes – among them a courthouse, customs house, post office, offices for the US Department of Agriculture. Today it houses a museum gallery, with exhibits highlighting its rich history and prominent location and can be viewed for free."

"Located downtown at 48 King Street, next to Plaza de la Constitucion. The building is constructed of coquina stone and served as the governor’s official residence from 1710 until 1812. Free admission and the interior recently upgraded with ADA compliant access."

"The Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens, founded in 1961, is one of the largest fine art museums in the state."

"The St. Augustine Art Association was formed in 1924 and is dedicated to promoting artistic excellence through exhibitions, educational programs and outreach. They offer free admission as well as workshops and classes for budding artists."