EAT SWEET

Inhale, exhale! That’s the smell of freshly roasted coffee, baked goods and the comfort of Southern cooking. 

Pink Piggy Sweets

Downtown Goldsboro’s premier organic bakery. All of our sweets are made-from-scratch and baked fresh daily from the finest ingredients. Pink Piggy Sweets  is committed to baking, designing, and delivering delicious cakes, cupcakes, cookies and dog treats made from scratch with all natural and organic ingredients. Vegan, gluten and nut free options available and try the famous carrot cake!

Phone | (919) 346-7173

Mickey’s Pastry Shop

A family-owned and operated scratch bakery that has been in business since 1946. Mickey’s is proud to be the first bakery that can boast three generations of Certified Master Bakers. Mickey’s Pastry Shop has been featured in media venues like WRAL TV’s Tarheel Traveler, the Raleigh News and Observer’s Best-Kept Secrets, and Our State magazine.

Phone | (919) 759-4741

Great Harvest Bread Company

Goldsboro Great Harvest looks like no other Great Harvest out there. Operating under a “Freedom Franchise.” The “Freedom” part means that we get to run our business in a way that meets our community’s unique needs. The “Franchise” part gives us access to the recipes and processes that Great Harvest has continuously improved for over three decades.

Phone | (919) 288-2401

Funky Fresh Donuts

What do you get when you mix fresh, made to order donuts with funky combinations and locally roasted coffee? You get a delicious treat by Funky Fresh Donuts. From fruit lovers to chocolate lovers, Funky Fresh will have your taste buds traveling! Consider yourself a risk taker? Try their Cherry Limeade donut. With these funky and fresh donuts, you might just not want to leave!

Phone | (919) 947-0236

Bread of Heaven Restaurant & Bakery

Enjoy good, home made southern cooking that brings the entire family together. Take a bite out of the amazing breads, cakes, cupcakes, pies, sandwiches, salads, and individual or family-size meals that you can purchase. Find chicken, ribs and barbecue to fill your stomach wherever you are. Find them at multiple locations throughout the area and have yourself a home made southern meal.

Phone | (919) 778-4189

Five Star Bagel

This family-owned authentic New York style deli and restaurant has fresh made bagels and muffins daily! Get there early before they run out of your favorite flavor. House made breads and hoagies make your next sandwich to best you’ll ever have! Want the flavor of the big city but want to stay out of the hustle and bustle? Five Star Bagel is the place to go! Catering is available for meetings, events and more.

Phone | (919) 759-0601

Stay Sweet Bakery & Ice Cream Shop

Formerly Sprinkles Ice Cream shop (for over 20 years), now serving cupcakes, cookies, brownies, and other baked goods alongside one of the largest selections of Hershey’s hand-dipped ice cream on the East Coast, with over 50 flavors. Expanded with a full-service grill, you can pick up their famous fried and grilled chicken sandwiches that are a local favorite! 

Phone | (919) 947-5965

Gypsy Bean Coffee Shop

Sit back and relax as you take in the aromas of fresh brewed coffee, baked goods and take in the beautiful view of historic downtown Goldsboro. Their motto is, “No matter where you’ve been or where you’re going, this place is for you” and this statement is true. Supporting local bakeries, Gypsy Bean Coffee Shop provides you with sweet treats, and coffee made to your liking to satisfy your caffeine addiction.

Phone | (919) 288-1616

Cafe’ Le Doux

Cafe Le Doux is a small batch coffee roaster and artisan bakery. It offers a wide variety of breads, macrons, tarts, cupcakes, and sweet and savory croissants. Centrally located within the city limits of Goldsboro, it’s a perfect stop for a caffeinated  pick-me-up. They have all your favorite espresso drinks, hot and cold, flavored or not. Be sure to check their daily bread schedule when you stop in!

Phone | (919) 288-2064

The Ice Storm

Recently awared the Blue Bunny, “Heart of Fun” competition, The Ice Storm has been remodeled and is back to bringing happiness and hope to Goldsboro-Wayne County. Enjoy their delicious ice cream with views of beautiful Downtown.

Phone | (919) 841-6210

Southern Grounds Coffee Shop

Offering coffee, smoothies, frappes, specialty drinks, pastries and snacks, Southern Grounds Coffee Shop is a great place to kick-back and unwind with your favorite beverage after a historic tour of Mount Olive or a trip to Mount Olive Pickles.

Phone | (919) 299-4485

The Java Hut & Creamery

Featuring North Carolina’s own Simply Natural Creamery, The Java Hut & Creamery serves up dipped ice cream, cappucinos, frappes, milkshakes, snacks and more. The Java Hut & Creamery is the perfect place to support local and energize yourself.

Phone | (919) 738-8443

Cry Freedom Missions Shoppe

Support a cause, while also picking up some ice cream and shopping. Cry Freedom Missions Shoppe is a non-profit organization committed to ending human trafficking in North Carolina. Every item you purchase is hand-made by a survivor and goes to supporting the mission of restoring survivors of human trafficking

Phone | (919) 988-9262

Heritage Farms General Store

At this new local gem, you will be delighted to find a tastefully culled assortment of unique and interesting provisions. The store offerings range from their own brand of premium Cheshire Pork bacon, tenderloin, charcuterie, and hams to creative gift items, and some incredible milkshakes that are a community staple.

Phone | (919) 222-9496

Giovanni Bakery

Founded in 2010, Giovanni Bakery is committed to baking great Mexican bread, cakes for events, and using all natural ingredients (no preservatives or imitation flavors). Giovanni Bakery is a from-scratch bakery and open seven days a week so you can pick-up some of their delicious wares whenever you are in Mount Olive, NC. 

Phone | (919) 299-4402

Breazeale Sugar Shack

The perfect place to cool off on a hot summer’s day, Breazeale Sugar Shack offers sweet, cool shaved iced and iced cream to give you that sugar fix you need. Sit outside on their adorable patio and enjoy your vacation sugar rush!

Phone | (919) 658-3258

Sweet Hope’s Dessert Shop

Locally owned and operated serving their signature homemade ice cream cookie sandwiches. Their cookies can be paired with a glass of milk or chocolate milk from a local creamery – Simple Natural Creamery.

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Terry’s Tasty Shoppe

Grab yourself a bite and a scoop at Terry’s Tasty Shoppe! From All-American favorites such as burgers and hot dogs to sweet treats like shortcakes and ice cream, you’ll find everything you need inside this nostalgic 50’s-style snack house.

Phone | (919) 778-3251

Raspados Las Chamoyadas

Raspados | Mangonadas | Chamoyadas 

Phone | (919) 299-4344

La Abejita Snack Land

Raspados | Mangonadas | Chamoyadas 

Phone | (919) 288-1616

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