11 Must-Visit Scottish Bakeries

1st October 2026

From generations-old family businesses serving up recipes that have barely changed, to new-wave bakeries putting a modern spin on classic bakes, Scotland’s bakery scene has something for every taste. Whether you’re after a piping-hot Scotch pie or a slice of something sweet, these bakeries are well worth seeking out. From the Highlands to Edinburgh and everywhere in between, here are some of Away from the Ordinary’s favourite Scottish bakeries to visit on your next trip to Scotland.

Nevis Bakery – Fort William

Nevis Bakery is a good old-fashioned Scottish bakery in Fort William. A lot of the bakeries on this list have adopted a more continental concept, with sweet pastries and focaccia; Nevis Bakery serves up the traditional Scottish offerings of meat pies and hot filled breakfast rolls, alongside sweet treats such as shortbread and cakes.

“Nevis Bakery scotch pie and beans is the quintessential lunch when my dad is left in charge of food for the day, and for me, a macaroni pie.” – Sarah

“A true West Coast classic” – Aeneas

KJ’s Bothy Bakes – Grantown-on-Spey

If you visited Aviemore between 2004 and 2020, you most likely have tasted the delights from this chef already. Before opening KJ’s Bothy Bakery in Grantown on Spey, Kirsten Gilmour owned The Mountain Cafe in Aviemore, which was well loved and critically acclaimed. Now she sells all sorts of delectable goodies from her hometown of Grantown on Spey, transforming an unassuming unit in an industrial estate into a must-visit culinary destination.

“KJ’s makes the BEST millionaires shortbread, even TV chef James Martin agrees (although I was there first)” – Aeneas

“Everything here is amazing; fresh sandwiches, breads, cakes… everything!” – Erin

Lannan – Edinburgh

Lannan is the new, cool kid on the block. Opening in 2023, they have rocketed to success in Scotland’s Capital City, Edinburgh. Their pastries are so beautiful you almost don’t want to eat them. But when you do, you realise they are much more than just pretty; they are delectable.

“When I am in Edinburgh, I make a point of going to Lannan to get pastries – they are so tasty! Worth the queue!” – Erin

“It’s easy to see why Lannan has become so popular when you taste these delicacies.” – Michael

Bostock Bakery – North Berwick

Headed by award-winning pastry chef Ross Baxter, Bostock Bakery and Patisserie puts an emphasis on flavour and elevating the classics. With locations in East Linton and North Berwick, if you are in the South East of Scotland, it is a must-visit.

“I love Bostock Bakery in East Linton (they also have one in North Berwick). They specialise in sourdough bread & pastries. Everything on the menu is amazing, but I especially love their sourdough focaccia with black olives and za’atar.” – Mylène 

“When I want to get out of the city, a trip to North Berwick is the perfect day out. No trip to North Berwick is complete without a visit to Bostok Bakery” – John

Krema – Edinburgh

Krema is a patisserie at the bottom of Leith Walk with Greek roots and a huge selection of pastries, cakes, and traybakes, along with some truly excellent coffee. They offer a good mix of more traditional Greek sweets, as well as pastries such as cinnamon buns and brownies, which might be more familiar for Brits. The menu also changes regularly so there’s always new goodies to try.

“They have an amazing, syrupy orange pie which I think about daily, and the brioche buns are incredible as well.” – John

“I love popping in to Krema for a deliciously sweet treat on a visit to the Capital” – Ailsa

Fisher and Donaldson – St Andrews

Started by brothers-in-law in Cupar in 1919, Fisher and Donaldson have been loyally loved for generations. Their flagship shop opened in St Andrews in 1950 and is still going strong to this day, serving everything from traditional oatcakes to choux pastries.

“Fisher and Donaldson is a Fife Staple!  They have a traditional bakery in town and last year also opened a cafe too. Their Caramel doughnuts are almost as famous as golf in St Andrews…” – Erin

“Fisher and Donaldson offer up a slice of Scottish History in every bite! I love to enjoy their traditional oatcakes with a good slice of cheese after dinner” – Michael

Aran Bakery – Dunkeld

Dunkeld is such a lovely town to stroll around at any time of year, but we have a particular soft spot for it in the autumn as the leaves are falling. Aran Bakery, likewise, serves up delectable treats in every season, but their autumnal flavours paired with that crisp walk through the trees is truly an experience. 

“I had a butternut squash and whipped feta pastry from Aran Bakery last year, and I still think about it often. I am more of a savoury girl, and their savoury options are just as well thought out as their sweets, which are also delicious by the way” – Sarah

“Dunkeld is a beautiful town that is always a favourite destination with clients, but even if you were just passing through, it is worth stopping for the pastries and a wee nosey around” – Aeneas

Lean To – Isle of Skye

Lean-To Coffee started as just that, coffee served from a lean-to in a tiny village on the main road on Skye. It would be amiss, however, to overlook their range of baked goods. With both savoury and sweet options, no matter your tastes or the time of day, it is worth a stop as you explore Skye.

“Some of the best pastries I have eaten, ever! They also do amazing toasties, and the coffee is delicious” – Sarah

“They are known for their coffee, but their baked goods are as much a reason to visit as their cuppas!” – Erin

The Bakehouse – Mallaig

In the tiny harbour town of Mallaig at the end of the West Highland Line, The Bakehouse is an unexpected delight. They serve staples like sourdough loaves, cinnamon buns, and croissants, as well as more extravagant items like cruffins and filled sandwiches. It is mostly for takeaway, but there are a few covered outdoor seats that look out over the harbour.

“The Mallaig Bakehouse is so good that we regularly drive over an hour each way from Fort William on a Saturday to pick up treats for the week ahead. Their mushroom and cheddar focaccia is incredible” –  Sarah

“If I go to Mallaig and don’t return with some treats from The Bakehouse, I am in severe trouble with my family” – Aeneas

Campbell’s – Crieff

Campbell’s in Crieff has been owned and run by the same family since 1830, making it Scotland’s oldest family-run bakery. As well as selling a large range of delicious baked goods, Campbell’s offers baking classes where you can learn to make their famous Scottish dishes for yourself when you get home.

“We have had clients enjoy Scotland’s bakery scene so much, they have taken a class to learn how to make some traditional Scottish classics at Campbell’s. They have all thoroughly enjoyed this unique experience and mentioned it as a highlight of their trip!” – Aeneas

Harry Gow – Everywhere

A list of good Scottish bakeries would be incomplete without mentioning Harry Gow. Harry Gow’s story began in Inverness many moons ago, and is continued by his children across the 18 store locations across the North East. If you find yourself in Moray, you simply must stop at a Harry Gow’s and treat yourself to a Dream Ring, a soft sweet bun, filled with whipped cream and topped with icing.

“We surely couldn’t write this blog post without an honourable mention of a Harry Gow Dream Ring.” – Erin

“A Scottish road trip simply must feature a treat from Harry Gow” – Aeneas

To begin planning your next trip to Scotland, get in touch with Away from the Ordinary today.

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