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The 6 Best Bakeries in Bay City, MI

Last updated October 11, 2026 · ranked from 1,072 Google reviews · How we rank

The bakeries in this Bay City, MI guide pair Google ratings of 4.5 to 5 stars with review counts ranging from 14 to 860. Little Pastry Shop holds the No. 1 spot with 5 stars from 38 reviews, followed by Ginny's Baked Goods at No. 2 with 4.9 stars from 14 reviews. Ruth’s Pies N’ Such ranks No. 4 with 5 stars from 14 reviews, while Cops & Doughnuts - Sutherland Precinct ranks No. 5 with 4.5 stars from 860 reviews—the largest review count among these entries. Every bakery listed is within Bay City, MI, keeping this guide focused on locations inside the city.

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Top picks at a glance

  1. 1Cops & Doughnuts - Sutherland PrecinctA 5 a.m.
  2. 2Little Pastry ShopReviewers praise the cinnamon rolls, cake, and Fat Tuesday pączek, with friendly service also earning mentions.
  3. 3Vienna Pastry & BakeryVienna Pastry & Bakery holds a 4.6 Google rating across 126 reviews, listed on Google as bakery.
  1. Cops & Doughnuts - Sutherland Precinct in Bay City1

    Cops & Doughnuts - Sutherland Precinct

    4.5(860)· Google4.5 out of 5 from 860 reviews (Google rating)

    Bakery · $

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    A 5 a.m. opening every day makes Cops & Doughnuts - Sutherland Precinct an early stop for doughnuts and coffee in Bay City, MI. Reviewers also mention magic bars and Rice Crispy treats, adding options beyond its namesake. Located at 710 E Midland St, the bakery offers breakfast, dine-in and takeout, with free lot and street parking for a quick visit.

    • Daily 5 a.m. opening
    • Doughnuts and coffee
    • Free lot parking
    “Great doughnuts.And other items too Magic bars Rice Crispy treats and more”
    — Jeffrey K, 2026-09-06 · google

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  2. Little Pastry Shop in Bay City2

    Little Pastry Shop

    5.0(38)· Google5.0 out of 5 from 38 reviews (Google rating)

    Bakery · $

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    Reviewers praise the cinnamon rolls, cake, and Fat Tuesday pączek, with friendly service also earning mentions. At 401 Center Ave in Bay City, MI, the bakery lists fresh-baked scones, pies, and cinnamon rolls, along with breakfast and takeout. Its lowest-tier price level and free lot and street parking add practical reasons to stop in Wednesday through Saturday.

    • Fresh-baked scones
    • Reviewer-loved cinnamon rolls
    • Free parking
    “Unfortunately I did not take a picture of the slice cake I had because I inhaled it. I'm stopping again when I have the chance. Staff are super friendly, and it just smells amazing when you walk in.”
    — Jeremy Balcirak, 2025-10-08 · google

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  3. Vienna Pastry & Bakery in Bay City3

    Vienna Pastry & Bakery

    4.6(126)· Google4.6 out of 5 from 126 reviews (Google rating)

    Bakery · $

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    Vienna Pastry & Bakery holds a 4.6 Google rating across 126 reviews, listed on Google as bakery.

    “(April 2026) "Oh boy!!! " as I smile!!! My first time in here was 2025. I hate to say it but I don't go to bakeries real often, even though I love baked goods. Sooo, yes, I've gone to most in Bay City at least once. Once is all it took…”
    — Paul D.B. (Pesty Paul), 2026-08-05 · google

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  4. Ginny's Baked Goods in Bay City4

    Ginny's Baked Goods

    4.9(14)· Google4.9 out of 5 from 14 reviews (Google rating)

    Bakery · $

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    Ginny's Baked Goods holds a 4.9 Google rating across 14 reviews, listed on Google as bakery.

    • Praised cinnamon rolls
    • Nostalgic baked goods
    • Unique cookie selection
    “(2026) Hey Ginny, sorry about this, but it's my opinion is all. (OOPS!!! Is Michelle the owner? This refers to the person who owns this business.) Clean, nice place. Owner very nice person. I was scared of the pricing!!! Yuuuup!!! …”
    — Paul D.B. (Pesty Paul), 2026-07-05 · google

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  5. Ruth’s Pies N’ Such in Bay City5

    Ruth’s Pies N’ Such

    5.0(14)· Google5.0 out of 5 from 14 reviews (Google rating)

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    Ruth’s Pies N’ Such holds a 5.0 Google rating across 14 reviews, listed on Google as bakery.

    • Made-to-order pies
    • Baked or unbaked
    • Area delivery available
    “I've Tryed Many Different Things Made By Ruth . Everything I've had is Absolutely Delicious. Shes a Great Baker Who Gos Out Of Her Way To Serve You The Best . Absolutely Hands Down Shes The Best .”
    — Samantha Martin, 2026-04-10 · google

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  6. Barney's Bakehouse Bakery in Bay City6

    Barney's Bakehouse Bakery

    3.9(20)· Google3.9 out of 5 from 20 reviews (Google rating)

    Bakery · $

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    Barney's Bakehouse Bakery holds a 3.9 Google rating across 20 reviews, listed on Google as bakery.

    “Truly like this bakery, delicious, interesting variety, great counter staff. But I've been reliably told the staff do not get their tips. Ive tipped on my card for years, so this was frustrating to learn. No more tipping!”
    — Thinking4 myself2day, 2026-09-18 · google

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Compare at a glance

Comparison of the best Bakeries in Bay City, MI
#PlaceGoogle ratingPriceGoogle reviewsNeighborhoodPhoneOpen now
1Cops & Doughnuts - Sutherland Precinct4.5(860)4.5 out of 5 from 860 reviews (Google rating)$860—+1989-892-3932Open
2Little Pastry Shop5.0(38)5.0 out of 5 from 38 reviews (Google rating)$38—+1989-450-9155Closed
3Vienna Pastry & Bakery4.6(126)4.6 out of 5 from 126 reviews (Google rating)$126—+1989-891-0203Closed
4Ginny's Baked Goods4.9(14)4.9 out of 5 from 14 reviews (Google rating)$14—+1989-545-1081Closed
5Ruth’s Pies N’ Such5.0(14)5.0 out of 5 from 14 reviews (Google rating)—14—+1303-668-2816Closed
6Barney's Bakehouse Bakery3.9(20)3.9 out of 5 from 20 reviews (Google rating)$20———

Ratings and review counts shown are Google ratings, displayed with attribution.

How we ranked this list

Each bakery is scored on a Bayesian-weighted rating (its rating adjusted for how many reviews it has compared with the Bay City 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.

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Bakeries in Bay City, MI: common questions

Which bakeries have the highest Google ratings in Bay City, MI?
Little Pastry Shop and Ruth’s Pies N’ Such both have 5-star ratings, from 38 and 14 reviews respectively. Ginny’s Baked Goods follows with 4.9 stars from 14 reviews. Cops & Doughnuts - Sutherland Precinct has the largest review count in the guide, with 860 reviews and a 4.5-star rating.
Where can I get doughnuts and coffee early in the morning?
Cops & Doughnuts - Sutherland Precinct at 710 E Midland St, Bay City, MI opens at 5 a.m. every day and serves doughnuts, coffee and breakfast. In Essexville, Tim Hortons at 2906 Center Ave opens at 4:30 a.m. on weekdays and 5 a.m. on weekends, with coffee, pastries and breakfast sandwiches.
Which bakeries in Bay City, MI are open on Sunday?
Cops & Doughnuts - Sutherland Precinct is open Sunday from 5 a.m. to 6 p.m. Ginny’s Baked Goods at 807 Columbus Ave, Bay City, MI opens from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For cakes and ice cream, Baskin-Robbins at 801 N Euclid Ave, Bay City, MI is open noon–10 p.m.
Where can I order pies for pickup or delivery in Bay City, MI?
Ruth’s Pies N’ Such at 1514 S Jackson St, Bay City, MI makes orders fresh and offers baked or unbaked pies, curbside pickup and delivery in the Bay City, MI area. Payment is cash only; call +1 303-668-2816 to order. Little Pastry Shop also lists pies among its specialties and offers takeout.
Which bakeries offer free parking and takeout in Bay City, MI?
Cops & Doughnuts - Sutherland Precinct and Little Pastry Shop both offer takeout, free parking lots and free street parking. Vienna Pastry & Bakery offers takeout and a free parking lot. All three list wheelchair-accessible parking; Cops & Doughnuts also lists a wheelchair-accessible entrance.

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