Arvada Has a Sweet Tooth 🄐

3/18/2026 • What's Happenin' Team • Arvada
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🄐 Arvada’s Best Pastries — You Voted, We Indulged

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Happy Wednesday, Arvada!

Arvada has no shortage of sweet spots, but only a few truly stand out. From early morning bakery runs to after-dinner treats, locals made their picks loud and clear. Let’s just say… if you’ve got a sweet tooth, you’ll want to keep reading.

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🄐 Arvada’s Best Pastries (Voted by YOU)

🄐 Arvada’s Best Pastries (Voted by YOU)

Rheinlander Bakery

Arvada takes its pastries seriously. Whether it’s a weekend ritual or a midweek treat, there are a few spots locals keep coming back to again and again. And this time, the favorites rose to the top.

šŸ„‡ Rheinlander Bakery

A true Olde Town staple. Classic, consistent, and the kind of place that feels like it’s been part of your routine forever.

🄈 Knead The Bakery

Small batch, big following. Knead keeps things simple and does them really well.

šŸ„‰ Das Meyer Fine Pastry Chalet

European-style pastries done right. A go-to when you want something a little extra.

🄐 La Patisserie Francaise

French classics that never miss. Flaky, buttery, and worth the stop.

🄐 Bread Winner’s Cafe and Catering

Comfort bakes and cozy vibes. A familiar favorite.

🄐 Corvus Coffee

Great coffee meets equally solid pastries. Hard to go wrong here.

🄐 Gargaro’s

A neighborhood gem with plenty of sweet options to explore.

🄐 La Dolce Vita

A sweet little stop in Olde Town that locals know well.

🄐 Sweet Bloom Coffee Roasters

Coffee first, but the pastries hold their own.

Arvada didn’t overthink this one. The classics showed up and held their ground.

šŸ—³ Now Voting: Arvada’s Best Breweries šŸ»

Pastries had its moment. Now it’s beer time.

We’re opening voting for Best Breweries in Arvada, celebrating the local spots pouring out great beer and even better vibes. Easy-drinking lagers, hoppy favorites, seasonal taps — this is about the places that feel like your go-to. From Olde Town hangouts to hidden gems, it’s all fair game.

If there’s a brewery you always end up at, a pint that never misses, or a spot you recommend every time, this is your moment.

What's Happenin' in Arvada

Wednesday, March 18

NEW MOON SOUND HARMONIC HEALING & JOURNEY - Embody Wellness Collective, Arvada | Wednesday, March 18, 2026 , 6:00pm-7:30pm | Ticketed
Lyndsey Walker Salons Recycling Event - The Salon by Lyndsey Walker, Arvada | Wednesday, March 18, 2026 , 9:00am-6:00pm | Ticketed
Romeo and Juliet - Arvada Center, Arvada | Wednesday, March 18, 2026 , 7:30pm | Ticketed

Thursday, March 19

Vinyl Night at Odyssey Beerwerks - Odyssey Beerwerks, Arvada | Thursday, March 19, 2026 , 5:00pm-9:00pm | Ticketed
Lyndsey Walker Salons Recycling Event - The Salon by Lyndsey Walker, Arvada | Thursday, March 19, 2026 , 9:00am-6:00pm | Ticketed
Pottery Night at Into the Fire - Into the Fire, Arvada | Thursday, March 19, 2026 , 5:30pm-7:30pm | Ticketed

Want more? See the full calendar → Arvada Event Calendar

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šŸ’˜ Date Spot in Arvada

Arvada dates are all about small-town charm with local flavor. Olde Town Arvada is a go-to for strolling, cozy dinners, and dessert stops, while the Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities adds a culture-forward twist with shows, exhibits, and open-air vibes. If you’re leaning outdoorsy, sunset views and picnic potential at Majestic View Park never miss.

Vote and we’ll share the top picks—chosen by locals—in an upcoming issue. šŸ’Œ

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šŸ» See You at the Taproom

Arvada keeps showing up when it comes to local favorites. First soup, then pastries, and now we’re heading straight into brewery season. Cast your vote, grab a pint, and we’ll see where the city lands next.

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See you Friday!

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