Nottingham bakeries: the best places to get cake, pastries and bread, according to TripAdvisor reviews

The appetising smell of freshly baked bread and the perfectly iced cakes in the window can tempt any of us to indulge in a savoury or sweet treat.

Nottingham has a generous number of bakeries with the option to dine-in or takeaway, and many have either won awards or been highly praised by online reviewers.

Whether you’re looking for a bakery with a community feel or want a polished shop with artistic bakes that will impress your Instagram followers, there is a bakery located in Nottingham to suit your needs.

Here, we reveal seven of the top bakeries in the city which have managed to achieve more than four stars on TripAdvisor.

Doughnotts

Where: 26A Long Row, Nottingham NG1 2DR

This bakery is one of many chains owned by Wade Smith and Megan Scaddan, who began their business from their mother’s kitchen. Specialising in handmade doughnuts, the bakers prides themselves on offering a variety of flavours and indulgent options even for those who follow a strict vegan diet.

One reviewer said: “If you like doughnuts you HAVE to visit Dougnotts. What a creative selection of flavors. The doughnuts have a great texture and the toppings are not overly sweet. The place is small, but there are a few tables upstairs. Great value and worth a visit.”

Visit Doughnotts website to find out more

DoughMother

Where: 109 Central Avenue, Beeston NG9 2QS

This Parisian cafe evokes the feeling of being in France with the smell of freshly-baked bread as soon as you step through the doors. Customers with a sweet tooth can expect to find scrumptious cakes, while those who want something savoury can enjoy pastries filled with leek, spinach or cheese. TripAdvisor users have given DoughMother an impressive five star rating.

One reviewer said: “A unique cafe that bakes a wonderful range of cakes, savouries and bread on the premises. The friendly environment with an eclectic range of objects creates a wonderful ambience.”

Visit The DoughMother on Facebook to find out more

BG Bakery

Where: 343 Carlton Hill, Nottingham NG4 1JE

This bakery which specialises in Bulgarian food has glowing reviews on TripAdvisor and their page has over 1,000 likes on Facebook. Their Instagram feed is filled with snaps of mouth-watering cheese pies, freshly-baked bread and pastries, alongside groceries which are also sold in their traditional store.

One reviewer said: “Very nice, they have different stuff all the time. very good value pastries and friendly staff”

Visit BG Bakery on Instagram to take a closer look at their food options

Ugly Bread Bakery

Where: 34 Carlton Street, Nottingham, NG1 1NN

This eatery is a combination of a bakery, cafe and deli with a diverse menu of homemade pizza, pastries, sandwiches and salads. It has racked up over 8,000 followers on Instagram thanks to the artistic presentation of meals and often reposts snaps taken by customers on its Instagram stories. The Ugly Bread Bakery has achieved a 4.5 star rating on TripAdvisor with reviewers praising the service and variety of dishes available for differing dietary needs.

One reviewer said: “Yummy and great value for money! We were served by a lovely young girl with brown hair (didn’t catch her name) who was very attentive. Both mine and my partner’s food was delicious and they gave me a bag to take it away and have it later! Will definitely be coming back :)”

Visit the Ugly Bread Bakery’s website to find out more

Tough Mary’s Bakehouse

Where: 70-72 Derby Road, Nottingham NG1 5FD

This independent bakery and cafe has left customers who don’t live in Nottingham wishing that they were based in the area, with their range of delicious sourdough bread, pastries, cakes, tea and coffee. The bakers can be seen making fresh food daily in their open kitchen and Tough Mary’s Bakehouse have gained a reputation for being one of the best bakeries in Nottingham after being praised across social media.

One reviewer said: “On a short trip to Nottingham I was looking for a breakfast place with good coffee. Tough Mary’s Bakehouse seemed just the ticket and I couldn’t have been happier. The coffee was excellent- and a great choice of breakfast pastries too. I can recommend the Copenhagen.I stocked up on bread and croissants to bring home . The staff were lovely, and service was great. The only downside? It’s not in my home city.”

Visit the Tough Mary’s Bakehouse website for more details

Small Food Bakery

Where: 33 Seely Road, Nottingham NG7 1NU

Small Food Bakery has been providing locally grown and made groceries since 2014. Customers can expect to find organic fruit and vegetables, freshly baked sourdough bread and pastries as well as puddings and coffee. According to their website, they don’t only focus on supporting the local community as they also have an interest in advocating for food justice globally and building a fairer grain economy. Visitors to Small Food Bakery are likely to find themselves spending hours in store as it boasts a gallery and bookshop.

One reviewer said: “First visit to the Bakery yesterday. Picked up loads of very tasty treats including a sausage roll which is the best I have ever tasted. What an asset this Bakery is to Nottingham’s community. Well done and thank you!”

Visit the Small Food Bakery website to find out more

The Bakehouse

Where: 631-633 Mansfield Road Sherwood, Nottingham NG5 2FX

This artisan bakery and cafe owned by Craig and Rosea Poynter has won multiple awards, while also racking up hundreds of positive reviews on TripAdvisor and Facebook. The Bakehouse focuses on providing exceptional quality products made using traditional techniques and natural ingredients. Customers can choose from breads, cakes, biscuits as well as coffee and craft beers.

One reviewer said: “My wife and I visited The Bakehouse in Sherwood for the first time today and were amazed by the quality of the home baked produce. The Bakehouse has a bohemian vibe and is a credit to Sherwood. Value, service and their attention to detail is excellent and I would highly recommend visiting when you are in Sherwood.”

Visit The Bakehouse’s website for more information