10 Best Bakeries to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth as Well as a Hearty Appetite

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Southern Sweets Bakery

Cuisine: Bakery

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Even if you've never eaten at the Southern Sweets Bakery, chances are you've eaten some of their desserts as they supply many of the restaurants in the surrounding area with their delicious sweets. The small bakery is located in close proximity to the Dekalb Farmers Market. The Red Velvet Cake and Apple Pie are two of the most popular desserts. A relatively unknown fact is that they have completely vegan desserts and sandwiches. Though there are sandwiches, besides the Chicken Salad Sandwich, the highlight of this establishment is the desserts. Make sure to visit this bakery during the day as it closes early.

Address:

186 Rio Circle
Decatur, GA 30030

Phone:

(404) 373-8752

Website:

southernsweets.com

EXPERT TIPS BY: Malika Harricharan
Atlanta Local Expert

Bakeries: "Vegan foods available."

Main Menu
- Sandwiches
  Roast Turkey Club
  Roast turkey, crispy bacon, Swiss cheese, tomato, greens and horseradish sauce.
  
  Whole: $9.45
  
  Half: $7.35
  Eat Your Veggies
  Hummus, lettuce, tomato, cucumber, onion, grated carrot, greens & house vinaigrette.
  
  Whole: $8.45
  
  Half: $6.35
  
  Add Feta: $0.50
  The Best Chicken Salad
  Roasted chicken breast, red peppers, celery, onion and secret spices with lettuce and tomato.
  
  Whole: $9.20
  
  Half: $6.95
  Different Pimento Cheese
  Smoked gouda, asiago, sharp cheddar & roasted red peppers with tomatoes & greens.
  
  Whole: $8.45
  
  Half: $6.35
  Ham & Pimento Cheese
  Whole: $9.45
  
  Half: $7.35
  So Delicious Ham & Cheese
  
  Smithfield baked ham, cheddar cheese & homemade cranberry honey mustard grilled on rye. ($9.20)
  
  All American Tuna Salad
  Albacore tuna salad with onion, relish, and light mayo, served with sliced tomato & greens.
  
  Whole: $8.45
  
  Half: $6.35
  Salmon Salad
  Poached fresh salmon mixed with purple onion, dill, capers, lemon, celery, with greens and tomato.
  
  Whole: $9.45
  
  Half: $7.35
  Grilled Pimento Cheese
  
  Southern Sweet Bakery’s homemade pimento cheese, crispy bacon & sliced tomato all grilled on your choice of bread ($9.95)
  
  Grown Up Grilled Cheese
  
  Choose 1 or 2 Cheeses: Cheddar, Fresh Mozzarella, Swiss, Provolone, Smoked Gouda, Pepper jack, or White American (Add Fresh Greens and Ripe Tomatoes if you like) ($8.00)
  
  Little Havana Cuban
  
  House baked ham and smoked pork tenderloin, Swiss cheese, shaved pickle, tomato, purple onion, mustard and horse-radish sauce on a Baguette. ($9.45)
  
  Turkey Burger
  
  Fresh Ground turkey with secret spices served on a bun & finished off with your choice of toppings. ($9.45)
  
  Shrimpcake Poboy!
  
  Three shrimpcakes on toasted baguette with homemade tartar sauce, lettuce, tomato and onion. ($9.45)
  
  Bacon and Egg Salad
  Boiled egg & cayenne pepper mayo, hickory smoked bacon, sliced tomato and greens.
  
  Whole: $8.20
  
  Half: $6.05
  The Reuben
  
  Steamed pastrami, Swiss cheese, pickled slaw, homemade Russian dressing, Grilled on rye. ($9.75)
  
  Pulled BBQ Pork Sandwich
  
  Brined for 24hrs and slow roasted for 8, pulled and served on a soft roll with our bourbon BBQ sauce. Pickled slaw served on the side. ($8.45)
  
  My Favorite Tuna Melt
  
  Albacore tuna, onion, fresh basil, dill pickle, balsamic vinegar and olive oil. Grilled with your choice of Swiss or cheddar cheese. ($9.20)
  
  Black Bean Burger
  
  Black beans, brown rice, buckwheat flour, onion, celery & rosemary. Served on a toasted bun with cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, Pablano sauce & topped with potato chips for crunch. ($8.50)
  
  B.L.T.
  Crispy Bacon, lettuce, ripe tomato & mayo on your choice of bread.
  
  Whole: $8.45
  
  Half: $6.35
  Grown Up Grilled Cheese
  Choose 1 or 2 Cheeses: Cheddar, Fresh Mozzarella, Swiss, Provolone, Smoked Gouda, Pepper jack, or White American (Add Fresh Greens and Ripe Tomatoes if you like).
  
  Whole: $8.00
  
  Add Grilled Onions: $0.50
  
  Add Homemade Basil Pesto: $1.05
  
  Add Crispy Bacon: $2.99
  
  Add Ham, Tuna, Turkey: $2.20
  
  Add Smoked Pork Tenderloin: $2.45
- Wraps
  
  Thai Chicken Wrap
  
  Roast chicken breast, grated carrots, red pepper, Napa cabbage, snow peas, cilantro, green onion, ginger-coriander dressing & a side of spicy hoisin sauce. ($8.75)
  
  Greek Turkey Wrap
  
  Spinach wrap, roast turkey, feta cheese, Kalmata olives, onion, tomato and greens with house vinaigrette and horseradish sauce. ($8.50)
  
  Fan Favorite Lox & Bagels
  
  Dry cured & cold smoked premium Atlantic Salmon. Kosher certified by the KOF-K. Served with Philly cream cheese or house made boursin cheese, shaved onion, tomato, capers & toasted bagel. ($9.95)
- Dogs
  
  Classic Dog
  
  Grilled all beef frankfurter topped w/ your choice of ketchup, mustard, bread & butter pickle relish, jalapenos and onion served on a pretzel roll. ($5.95)
  
  Sloppy Dog
  
  Grilled frank topped w/ chili, cheese, onion, firecracker relish, tomato, crema, and Frito bits. ($7.95)
  
  BBQ Dog
  
  Grilled frank topped w/ pulled pork BBQ, slaw & bourbon BBQ sauce. ($8.25)
  
  Crunchified Spud Dog
  
  Grilled frank topped w/ tomatillo salsa, habanero jack cheese, sour cream, grilled onion & crunchified potato sticks ($8.25)
- Soups
  Tomato Basil
  12oz.: $4.75
  
  16 Oz.: $6.20
  Chicken Poblano
  12oz.: $4.75
  
  16 Oz.: $6.20
  Chowder
  12oz.: $4.75
  
  16 Oz.: $6.20
  Spicy Turkey & Sausage Gumbo
  12oz.: $4.75
  
  16 Oz.: $6.20
  Homemade Chili
  12oz.: $5.95
  
  16 Oz.: $7.20
- Special Lunch Combos
  
  1/2 Any Cold Sandwich & Garden, Farmstand, or Caesar
  
  ($9.20)
  
  1/2 Any Cold Sandwich & 12oz. Soup
  
  ($9.20)
  
  12 oz. soup & Garden, Farmstand, or Caesar
  
  ($9.20)
  
  12 oz. chili & Garden, Farmstand, or Caesar
  
  ($9.20)
  
  12oz. chili & 1/2 Any Cold Sandwich
  
  ($9.20)
- Salad Plates
  
  All American Tuna Salad
  
  ($8.75)
  
  Bacon and Egg Salad
  
  ($8.20)
  
  The Best Chicken Salad
  
  ($9.20)
  
  Poached Salmon Salad
  
  ($9.45)
  
  Traditional Caesar Salad
  
  Hearts of romaine, boiled egg, crisp hickory smoked bacon, asiago cheese, and house caesar dressing. Served w/ garlic toast ($7.95)
  
  Cobb Salad
  
  Baked & diced chicken breast, crispy bacon, boiled egg, Maytag blue cheese, tomato, onion, cucumber, ripe olives, & carrot curls over greens. ($9.20)
  
  Market Plate
  
  House baked ham and turkey, NY state cheddar, pepper jack cheese, tomato, cucumber, ripe olives, onion, boiled egg and carrot over baby greens. ($9.20)
  
  Mediterranean Orzo Salad
  
  Orzo pasta salad with feta cheese, kalmata olives, red bell peppers, capers, and green onions. Served over mixed greens with tomato, cucumber, carrot and a light lemon vinaigrette ($8.50)
  
  Caesar & Shrimpcake Salad Plate
  
  Romaine, crispy bacon, boiled egg, asiago cheese and homemade Caesar dressing. Topped with two shrimpcakes, garlic toast & fresh lemon. ($9.45)
  
  Farmstand Vegetable Plate
  
  Fresh seasonal vegetables tossed lightly with our house vinaigrette, feta cheese, & kalmata olives. ($8.50)
  
  Garden Salad
  
  Mixed baby greens, tomato, cucumber, peppers, onion, radish, boiled egg, toasted walnuts, carrots & raisins. ($8.20)
  
  Turkey “Club” Salad
  
  Roast turkey, crispy bacon, boiled egg, tomato, cucumber and purple onion over greens, topped off with toasted walnuts and raisins. ($9.20)
- Pies 10” Deep Dish
  Key Lime Pie
  Whole: $26.50
  
  Slice: $4.75
  Rustic Apple Pie
  Whole: $28.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Rustic Cherry Pie
  Whole: $31.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Sweet Potato Praline
  Whole: $27.50
  
  Slice: $4.75
  Peach Cobbler
  Whole: $22.50
  
  Slice: $4.00
  Key lime Pie
  Whole: $25.50
  
  Slice: $4.60
  Rustic Apple Pie
  Whole: $30.50
  
  Slice: $5.05
  Rustic Apple Pie
  Whole: $27.50
  
  Slice: $4.60
- Tarts 10” Fancy Pies
  Pecan Tart
  Whole: $27.50
  
  Slice: $4.90
  Chocolate Pecan Tart
  Whole: $29.50
  
  Slice: $5.10
  Chocolate Ganache Tart
  Whole: $36.50
  
  Slice: $5.75
  Pecan Tart
  Whole: $26.50
  
  Slice: $4.90
  Chocolate Pecan Tart
  Whole: $28.50
  
  Slice: $5.10
  Chocolate Ganache Tart
  Whole: $35.50
  
  Slice: $5.50
- Bars
  Fudge Brownies (No Nuts)
  Whole: $27.50
  
  Slice: $4.75
  Fudge Brownies
  Whole: $28.50
  
  Slice: $4.75
  Lemon Lust
  Whole: $26.50
  
  Slice: $4.75
  Cappuccino
  Whole: $26.50
  
  Slice: $4.75
  Fudge Brownies (No Nuts)
  Whole: $26.50
  
  Slice: $4.60
  Fudge Brownies
  Whole: $27.50
  
  Slice: $4.60
  Lemon Lust
  Whole: $25.50
  
  Slice: $4.60
  Cappuccino
  Whole: $25.50
  
  Slice: $4.60
- Cookies
  
  Choc. Chip
  
  ($0.65)
  
  Choc. Chunk
  
  ($0.65)
  
  Peanut Butter
  
  ($0.65)
  
  Oatmeal Cranberry Walnut
  
  ($0.65)
  
  Sugar Cookie
  
  ($0.65)
  
  Tea Cookies
  
  Rasp. Crumble, Almond Shortbread, Pecan Bars, Ginger Snaps ($1.50)
  
  Cookies
  
  Choc. Chip, Choc. Chunk, Peanut Butter, Oatmeal Cranberry Walnut, Sugar Cookie ($0.65)
  
  Tea Cookies
  
  Rasp. Crumble, Almond Shortbread, Pecan Bars ($1.50)
- Vegan Desserts
  Old Fashion Choc. Cake
  Whole: $37.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Raspberry Choc. Mousse Cake
  Whole: $37.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Peanut Butter Chocolate Mousse
  Whole: $37.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Rustic Apple Pie
  Whole: $28.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Rustic Cherry Pie
  Whole: $31.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  German Chocolate Cake
  
  ($38.50)
  
  Strawberry Layer Cake
  Whole: $37.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Carrot Cake
  Whole: $38.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Coconut Layer Cake
  Whole: $38.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Red Velvet Cake
  Whole: $38.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Old Fashion Choc. Cake
  Whole: $37.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Raspberry Choc. Mousse Cake
  Whole: $37.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Peanut Butter Choc. Mousse
  Whole: $37.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Rustic Apple Pie
  Whole: $28.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Rustic Cherry Pie
  Whole: $31.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  German Chocolate Cake
  
  ($38.50)
  
  Strawberry Layer Cake
  Whole: $37.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Carrot Cake
  Whole: $38.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Coconut Layer Cake
  Whole: $38.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Red Velvet Cake
  Whole: $38.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
- Layer Cakes
  Mascarpone Rum Cake
  Whole: $38.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Amaretto Butter Cake
  Whole: $37.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Key Lime Cake
  Whole: $37.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Old Fashion Chocolate
  Whole: $37.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Coconut Layer
  Whole: $38.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  German Chocolate Cake
  Whole: $38.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Carrot Spice
  Whole: $38.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Chocolate Raspberry Mousse
  Whole: $37.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Red Velvet
  Whole: $37.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Chocolate Red Velvet
  Whole: $38.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Golden Chocolate
  Whole: $37.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Strawberries and Cream Layer
  Whole: $37.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse
  Whole: $37.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Tiramisu Layer Cake
  Whole: $38.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Caramel Cake
  Whole: $37.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Chocolate Mint layer Cake
  Whole: $38.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Bourbon Bread Pudding
  Whole: $38.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Italian Cream Cake
  Whole: $38.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Boston Cream Pie Cake
  Whole: $38.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Mascarpone Rum Cake
  Whole: $38.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Amaretto Butter Cake
  Whole: $37.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Key Lime Cake
  Whole: $37.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Old Fashion Chocolate
  Whole: $37.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Coconut Layer
  Whole: $38.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  German Chocolate Cake
  Whole: $38.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Carrot Spice
  Whole: $38.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Chocolate Raspberry Mousse
  Whole: $37.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Red Velvet
  Whole: $37.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Chocolate Red Velvet
  Whole: $38.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Golden Chocolate
  Whole: $37.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Strawberries and Cream Layer
  Whole: $37.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Chocolate Peanut Butter Mousse
  Whole: $37.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Tiramisu Layer Cake
  Whole: $38.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Caramel Cake
  Whole: $37.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Chocolate Mint layer Cake
  Whole: $38.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Bourbon Bread Pudding
  Whole: $38.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Italian Cream Cake
  Whole: $38.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Boston Cream Cake
  Whole: $38.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
- Cheese Cakes
  New York Style
  Whole: $37.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Oreo
  Whole: $37.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Kahlua / Mocha
  Whole: $37.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Strawberry or Raspberry Swirl
  
  ($37.50)
  
  Lemon Curd
  
  ($37.50)
  
  Sweet Potato Praline*
  
  ($37.50)
  
  New York Style
  Whole: $37.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Oreo
  Whole: $37.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Kahlua / Mocha
  Whole: $37.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Strawberry or Raspberry Swirl
  
  ($37.50)
  
  Lemon Curd
  
  ($37.50)
  
  Sweet Potato Praline*
  
  ($37.50)
- Pound Cakes
  Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake
  Whole: $28.50
  
  Slice: $6.40
  Cake Orange Blossom Pound
  Whole: $24.50
  
  Slice: $4.40
  Lemon Pound
  Whole: $24.50
  
  Slice: $4.40
  Gingerbread Pound
  Whole: $24.50
  
  Slice: $4.40
  Vanilla Pound
  Whole: $24.50
  
  Slice: $4.40
  Chunky Apple Spice Pound
  Whole: $26.50
  
  Slice: $4.40
  Chocolate Sour Cream Pound
  Whole: $27.50
  
  Slice: $4.60
  Cranberry Tea Cake
  
  ($26.50)
  
  Creme Fraiche Coffee Cake
  
  ($25.50)
  
  Sticky Toffee Pudding Cake
  Whole: $28.50
  
  Slice: $6.40
  Orange Blossom Pound
  Whole: $23.50
  
  Slice: $4.40
  Lemon Pound
  Whole: $23.50
  
  Slice: $4.40
  Gingerbread Pound
  Whole: $23.50
  
  Slice: $4.40
  Vanilla Pound
  Whole: $23.50
  
  Slice: $4.40
  Chunky Apple Spice Pound
  Whole: $25.50
  
  Slice: $4.60
  Chocolate Sour Cream Pound
  
  ($26.50)
  
  Cranberry Tea Cake
  
  ($25.50)
  
  Creme Fraiche Coffee Cake
  
  ($24.50)
- Gluten Free Desserts
  Old Fashion Choc. Layer Cake
  Whole: $48.50
  
  Slice: $6.60
  Almond Butter Cake
  Whole: $48.50
  
  Slice: $6.60
  Chocolate Ganache Tart
  Whole: $36.50
  
  Slice: $5.75
  Brownies
  Whole: $38.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  
  With Nuts (whole): $41.50
  
  With Nuts (slice): $5.95
  Old Fashion Choc. Layer Cake
  Whole: $48.50
  
  Slice: $6.60
  Almond Butter Cake
  Whole: $48.50
  
  Slice: $6.60
  Chocolate Ganache Tart
  Whole: $36.50
  
  Slice: $5.75
  Brownies
  Whole: $35.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  
  With Nuts (whole): $41.50
  
  With Nuts (slice): $5.95
- Sugar Free Desserts
  Ginger Pound Cake
  Whole: $28.50
  
  Slice: $4.75
  Brownies
  Whole: $35.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  
  With Nuts (whole): $38.50
  
  With Nuts (slice): $5.95
  Lemon Cheese Cake (Vegan)
  Whole: $42.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Apple Tart
  Whole: $42.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Ginger Pound Cake
  Whole: $28.50
  
  Slice: $4.75
  Lemon Cheese Cake (Vegan)
  Whole: $42.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Apple Tart
  Whole: $42.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  Brownies
  Whole: $35.50
  
  Slice: $5.95
  
  With Nuts (whole): $38.50
  
  With Nuts (slice): $5.95

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