Short N Sweet Bakery Café – Hilo’s From‑Scratch Neighborhood Bakery Café

Short N Sweet Bakery Café is a from‑scratch neighborhood bakery café in Hilo, Hawaiʻi, known for custom cakes, seasonal desserts, and a deep connection to the local community. Everything we make starts with real ingredients, made fresh in‑house, with care, intention, and aloha.

We believe food should feel personal, joyful, and rooted in place — whether you’re picking up a weekday treat or ordering something special for a celebration.

What Makes Short N Sweet Bakery Café Different

  • From‑Scratch, Always – Our pastries, cakes, cookies, and desserts are made fresh in‑house using real ingredients.

  • Custom Cakes in Hilo – We specialize in custom cakes for birthdays, celebrations, holidays, and special occasions.

  • Seasonal & Limited Releases – Our menu evolves with the seasons, holidays, and what our community loves most.

  • Neighborhood Bakery Café – We’re not a factory or chain — we’re a local gathering place.

  • Community‑Centered – Supporting local matters to us, and it shows in how we bake and how we serve.

FAQs

Do you make custom cakes in Hilo?

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Yes. Short N Sweet Bakery Café specializes in custom cakes in Hilo for birthdays, celebrations, holidays, and special occasions. Custom cake availability varies by season, and advance ordering is recommended.

How do I get started?

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Getting started is simple. Reach out through our contact form or schedule a call—we’ll walk you through the next steps and answer any questions along the way.

What makes your bakery a local favorite?

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Our customers love the combination of fresh, from‑scratch baking, warm service, and the feeling of a true neighborhood bakery café. Many guests return again and again for both everyday treats and special occasions.

Why Locals Choose Short N Sweet Bakery Café

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Locals choose Short N Sweet Bakery Café because they value quality, consistency, and connection. From custom cakes to seasonal desserts, our bakery is known for food that feels thoughtful, handmade, and celebratory — without being overcomplicated or impersonal.

Whether you’re ordering something special or simply stopping by, we aim to make every visit feel welcoming, joyful, and worth returning for.