Desserts & Sweets in Santa Ana 

From Mexican pan dulce and churros to artisan baked goods, check out Santa Ana’s dessert spots; many are found downtown and add a sweet touch to the local dining scene. 

Must-Try Bakeries 

Bakeries in Santa Ana reflect the city's diversity and appreciation for both tradition and innovation.  

If you’re starting your day in the historic downtown, head to Pan y Café on 4th Street, a bakery and brunch spot serving conchas, Mexican pan dulce, along with varying Belgian waffle dishes, an assortment of coffee drinks, including Mexi-Frapps, smoothies, and bottle service. 

Continue your tour of Latin American-inspired flavors at OBRA HandBakery, south of downtown. Discover dulce de leche-infused cakes, guava cheesecake, Nutella and vanilla flan, and fresh-baked cookie cakes.    

Don’t miss 61 Hundred Bread in downtown, known for Filipino-inspired staples like ube-filled cruffins, as well as creative bakes such as blue corn masa sourdough and European-style pastries. 

For old-time favorites with an exciting twist, head to Bad Bakers. Find artfully crafted bread and donuts, served in cake, mochi, raised, or kronut style, with a variety of sweet toppings to choose from. 

Churros & More Sweet Finds 

Mr. Waffle serves bubble waffle cones filled with ice cream and finished with fruit, whipped cream, chocolate, and other sweet toppings — a playful spin on the usual ice cream shop. Ice cream sandwiches and creative desserts add variety to the menu.  

Need a late-night dessert to close off your evening in Santa Ana? Stop by Don Churro Gomez in downtown for traditional and signature churros made from scratch. Order your churro with ice cream on top or try “El DonChurro” stuffed with cajeta, Mexican caramel. 

For bubble teas made to your taste, stop in at T on Ice. Choose from flavored boba, fruit bits, and jellies to create your own mix. The shop also serves smoothies and iced coffees, making it a favorite spot when you´re craving a cool, sweet between meals. 

Pair a delicious tres leches cake or Mexican pan dulce with a beautiful floral arrangement at Oli's Bakery and Flowers, south of downtown. Near Oli’s is another local staple, Ginza Nishikawa, selling fresh loaves of shokupan, or Japanese milk bread. Choose from flavors like azuki cream cheese, Ginza honey, strawberry guava, and salted butter. 

No meal out is complete without dessert, whether you opt to get it before or after. Explore more desserts in Santa Ana and discover even more local sweet spots.