Best Bakery and Cake Shops in Three Lakes

"23rd St., Suite 112, the bakery and coffee and tea spot, which offers doughnuts and more, is the most popular bakery in Miami, boasting 4.5 stars out of 1,786 reviews on Yelp."

"We hate to break it to you, but you haven’t had bread until you’ve eaten a slice of deliciousness from Zak the Baker. Luckily, this dough is served in dozens of restaurants, available for purchase at Whole Foods and always in stock at the flagship bakery in Wynwood. Plus, the bakery offers a spate of other freshly baked goods like chocolate babka, croissants, cookies and cinnamon rolls."

"Zak Stern has found overwhelming success with this kosher café in Wynwood. Having started as an artisanal baker pedalling sourdough loaves at farmers' markets, Zak now has a loyal following, with a line out the door at lunchtime. In addition to his comforting baked goods, the café serves daily sandwich, soup, salad and quiche specials."

"The only strictly Kosher bakery on the list is Wynwood favorite Zak the Baker. The daily chalkboard menu changes depending on what's available, with everything made by hand. The seasonal menu features breakfast items like porridge and latke, pastries, ricotta toast, a variety of sandwiches, and daily soups and salads."

"When it comes to pies, the first name that usually comes to mind in Miami is Fireman Derek’s. It proudly calls itself “Miami’s original pie shop,” and it’s earned a huge following with its larger-than-life creations, served whole or by the slice. Flavors range from salted caramel to guava berry, though we’re partial to cookie monster and the brownie bomb."

"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."

"Fireman Derek’s is open daily for takeout and curbside service at both locations (Wynwood & Coconut Grove) and also available for delivery via Postmates, Seamless and Grubhub. Store hours are Monday-Friday from 8AM-9PM and Saturday-Sunday from 9AM-9PM. www.firemandereks.com."

"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"

"Chef Antonio Bachour grew up in Puerto Rico, so he knows a thing or two about Cuban coffee in Miami. Thanks to working in his family’s bakery as a child, he was hooked on pastry at a young age. Everyone knows that a good cup of coffee goes perfectly with the flakiest, puffiest pastry."

"This plant-based ice cream specialty shop offers pints of vegan ice cream ($15) for curbside pick up from 2 p.m."

"Open for curbside pickup, Gran Paris Bakery’s menu is full of cakes, cupcakes, macaroons, specialty pastries, and more. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by Gran Paris Bakery (@granparisbakery) on Apr 16, 2020 at 3:19pm PDT"

"La Boulangerie Boul’Mich is a French-style bakery, cafe, and breakfast eatery that offers fresh-made foods and baked goods every day. Their breakfast menu is quite egg-centric, with options for omelets, Benedicts, scrambles, and more as well as some classic French fare and other breakfast dishes like a croque madame, pain perdu, and buttermilk pancakes. Beverages are nonalcoholic, with options of freshly squeezed juice, Orangina, iced tea, and sparkling mineral water."

"This is a popular French bakery that has a special Latin twist to it. Here, you will find mouth-watering pastries that are freshly baked every day. Since this artisanal bakery was opened 20 years ago, it has grown into one of the must-visit spots here in the city."

"A French patisserie specialising in delicious, exquisite cream puffs!. The puffs are not only appealing to the eyes but to the stomachs too!. The handcrafted puffs have light and airy crisp shells piped with different custard cream fillings."

"In the midst of rusted warehouses and concrete blah, there's a pastel-and-graffiti explosion of urban art. Wynwood Walls is a collection of murals and paintings laid out over an open courtyard that invariably bowls people over with its sheer color profile and unexpected location. What’s on offer tends to change with the coming and going of major arts events such as Art Basel, but it's always interesting stuff."

"2520 NW 2nd Ave, This is also a huge stop for Instagrammers!. This neighborhood showcases vibrant and colorful murals on the walls of many of the buildings. Get lost in the art and stay for the great restaurants and shopping."

"In the midst of rusted warehouses and concrete blah, there's a pastel-and-graffiti explosion of urban art. Wynwood Walls is a collection of murals and paintings laid out over an open courtyard that invariably..."

"At Miami Children’s Museum, kids can wander through more than 14 interactive and bilingual galleries here. The Sea & Me, Ocean Odyssey, the Health & Wellness Center and the Supermarket are just a few of the stimulating spots where children can have a good time while learning about the world around them. A full calendar of exhibits and special events adds to the fun."

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user qwesy qwesy used under CC BY 3.0. You may have visited many kids’ museums with your young ones, but this is not like the traditional ones you have seen before. It features an interactive playground for children and aims to help them attain their maximum potential."

"DowntownMiami’s largest art museum is as much a showcase of architectural mastery as any other art form, where large rooms, rounded walls, and hanging gardens with more than 54,000 plants give it an aesthetic like no other art museum in the world. The view’s not bad either, where you’ll catch glimpses of Biscayne Bay in between showcases of contemporary art from throughout Latin America and the world. The museum is also home to Verde, which we’ll humbly call the best museum restaurant in America even without its breezy bayside terrace.Know before you go: PAMM is currently only open 2-9 pm on Thursday, and 11 am - 6 pm Friday through Sunday."

"Once upon a time, Miami's place for modern art downtown was known as the Miami Art Museum. It was a well-sized museum adjacent to the Government Center and was a mish mash of contemporary and modern art from around the world. But in 2013, the former MAM outgrew its old home and was transported to a waterfront lot that, in conjunction with the soon-to-be-open Patricia and Phillip Frost Science Museum, would become Museum Park."

"Alter brings creative high-end cooking via its award-winning young chef Brad Kilgore. The changing menu showcases Florida's high-quality ingredients from sea and land in seasonally inspired dishes with Asian and... Mexican in South Beach"

"Since its opening in 2015, Alter has won considerable critical acclaim, with reviewers universally lauding chef Brad Kilgore’s innovative approach to Asian- and European-influenced..."

"Chef Bradley Kilgore has risen to local superstardom with his progressive, seasonally inspired new American hot spot. Kilgore is always changing...Read More"

"Tucked behind Miracle Mile, on the new Giralda Plaza, The Local Craft Food & Drink is a neighborhood spot with gastropub-style food, 18 brews on tap, a rotating menu of 20+ bottles of craft beer, cocktails, and surprise concoctions. Perfect for lunch, dinner, weekend brunch or late-night drinks, pair your craft beverage of choice with plates like shrimp and grits, teriyaki beef jerky, mac n’ cheese with truffled breadcrumbs, or “Disco Fries” with homemade cheese whiz and bacon sawmill gravy.150 Giralda Avenue, Coral Gables, FL 33134."

"If you’re looking for elevated comfort food in Coral Gables, the Local is the place for you. This gastropub opened its doors in 2011 and has been slammed ever since. Indulge in a handcrafted cocktail here — with names like Grab ‘Em By the Peaches (bourbon, peach nectar, lemon, banana liqueur and Amaro) and Don’t Flick the Bean (whiskey, Irish cream, Disaronno, Amaro and Tia Maria coffee liqueur), you know you’re in for a treat or at least a wild ride."

"Here there’s a hearty menu serving southern classics with a twist. French toast lovers will enjoy its take on the usual brunch dish, that’s slathered with peanut butter and jelly, then topped with spiced nuts, apples, maple bourbon syrup. Order it as a main course or a dessert for a table — there’s plenty to go around."

"Open every day from 1pm-5am since 1995, Abbey Brewing Co. is Miami Beach’s oldest and only brew pub. At this dive bar, sip one of BrewMaster Raymond Rigazio’s Abbey house beers—which are brewed at the Indian River Brewing Company, in Melbourne, FL—or choose one of ten special Belgian or American microbrews on tap, or hard-to-find Trappist Ales, British Barley wines, port wines and a wide assortment of micro-distilled fine spirits. No matter what you order, be sure break for a cigar and a dart game."

"No Miami beer list is complete without paying its due respects to the Abbey. During South Beach’s models and bottles heyday, The Abbey was brewing delicious hand-crafted beer from its perch off of Lincoln Road. Today, the space has expanded and evolved since its opening in 1995, and features four house taps (including the Immaculate IPA and Brother Aaron’s Quadruple), 10 guest lines, and a solid bar menu."

"A riverfront drinking joint with a dock full of food trucks, The Wharf features samplings from Miami hot spots like Garcia’s Seafood Grille & Fish Market, Mojo Donuts & Fried Chicken, and Lung Yai Thai Tapas. Paired with lazy furniture and a water view, a jaunt at The Wharf is a happy hour dream. View this post on Instagram"

"This place is located on the historic and pristine Miami River. This place is popular for its open-air events. There are wines, beers and cocktails to quench your thirst and 4-5 food trucks to satiate your hunger."

"The place has plenty of food trucks and a great view of the Miami River. Come in your best summer outfit and take some shots."