Linda's Bakery

Linda's Bakery

Reviews Summary

Linda's Bakery consistently receives high praise for its wide variety of delicious baked goods, including cakes, donuts, pies, and breads. Customers highlight exceptional quality, reasonable prices, and friendly service. Wedding desserts, especially cupcakes and cakes, are frequently mentioned as standout offerings, with many noting flawless execution and delivery. The bakery's gluten-free options and community involvement are also appreciated. While most reviews are glowing, a few mention minor disappointments with specific items or service experiences. Overall, it's regarded as a top-tier bakery with loyal, long-term customers who celebrate its consistency and creativity.

About This Listing

Who Can Visit?

Most donut shops welcome all ages—perfect for families and kids
Some locations offer sit-down areas, while others are grab-and-go
No prior ordering knowledge needed—staff can help you choose flavors
Casual dress is welcome—some shops may have outdoor seating
Allergy-friendly options may be available (ask in advance)
Group orders and celebrations welcome—pre-orders may be required

*Note: Seating, menu, and accessibility may vary by shop. Contact your local spot for details.*

First-Time Visitors

First-time guests can simply walk in and browse the display or menu. Staff are happy to offer recommendations and explain specialty flavors. Some shops even offer sample bites or combo deals for newcomers.

Common Considerations:

Allergens Some donuts may contain nuts, dairy, or gluten—always ask if unsure
Availability Popular flavors can sell out early, especially on weekends

*Note: Menus and specials may vary. Ask staff or check online for daily options.*

What to Bring

Cash or card—most donut shops accept both, but some are cashless
Phone or camera—perfect for snapping and sharing your sweet finds
Appetite! Fresh donuts are best enjoyed warm and on the spot

*Note: Payment methods and policies vary by location. Check signage or ask staff.*

Preparing for Your Visit

Check store hours and peak times—early visits offer the best selection
Call ahead for large orders or special boxes
Bring friends or coworkers—sharing a dozen is half the fun
Dress casually—many shops are walk-up counters or offer outdoor seating
Leave pets at home unless it’s a pet-friendly location
Check for limited-time flavors, holidays specials, or preorder events
Set a treat budget if you’re shopping with kids
Bring a reusable bag or box if buying in bulk

*Note: Each shop may offer different experiences—check social media for updates.*

How to Get Started

Most shops accept walk-ins! For custom orders, pre-ordering is best. Ask about gift boxes or subscription options.

Other Helpful Info

Visits usually take 10–30 minutes, unless you're sitting down to enjoy
Weekends can be busier—plan ahead for quicker service
Seasonal or limited-edition donuts often rotate monthly
Some locations offer donut decorating kits or workshops
Gift cards, boxes, and party platters are often available

*Note: Features, pricing, and offerings vary by donut shop. Always check ahead.*

Contact Information

Address

190 East City, 190 WI-16

West Salem, WI 54669

Hours

Monday 6AM-6PM
Tuesday 6AM-6PM
Wednesday 6AM-6PM
Thursday 6AM-6PM
Friday 6AM-6PM
Saturday 6AM-6PM
Sunday 6AM-6PM

Customer Reviews

Delicious! This is the place to come to if you want to treat yourself to something sweet! What's the amount of options, wow! We've traveled quite a bit, and been to many bakeries across North America, and Linda's bakery is up there with the amount of options they offer! We came on a Saturday morning and it was fairly busy, the parking lot was pretty full. So we knew we had hit a gem of a spot. We were really surprised with the amount of options that were available when we walked in. Decided to get a variety

We absolutely loved our wedding cake and cupcakes catered from Linda's Bakery! Their cake design team was so accommodating of my vision. We dropped off edible pressed flowers the week of the wedding with some inspiration photos, and they truly blew me away with the outcome! We received rave reviews of our cupcakes - white buttercream frosting with lemon cake/lemon filling and almond cake/raspberry filling. The tasting kit and consultation were very helpful in guiding us to a decision, and we felt the prices

We had Linda's Bakery cater our wedding with cupcakes and a couple's cake. They are reasonably priced and will fill the cupcakes. Their tasting package for purchase helped us determine the flavors of our cupcakes and our couples cake. The small delivery fee is well worth it as they delivered the morning of at the venue.

Who ever did my nephews cake, you did an outstanding job! I had put in the comments asking for paws and a panther to be added & when I saw the cake I was SO happy! Thank you for helping make his big day that much more special for him!

We chose Linda's Bakery for our wedding and they made a DELICIOUS wedding cake and cupcakes for us. They were very easy to work with and professional from trying out and explaining their options to adjusting our order quantities a month before our wedding. Their prices were very reasonable. Anytime I'm in the area I'll make a stop. What a local gem!

Famous local bakery. It is probably the best bakery in the area. It has great selections and pricing is good. They have cakes, donuts, breads, etc. And even dog treats! We had a flip and donut and they were both excellent. We also got a cake for later but that was normal, not particularly outstanding. Like it was better than a typical store bought cake but not much else to write home about.

My husband thinks they have the BEST bread anywhere!! Good pastries and desserts, too! Very helpful staff. Clean and spacious. One of those "favorite" bakeries that are really hard to find! Don't miss it!

They were so thoughtful when I asked for low salt bread for a relative that requires it. The salesperson was only able to find one particular product that fit the bill for us, and it happened to be a very popular item, the oatmeal bread. When I asked how much salt was in it, the salesperson took it back into the bakery and had one of the bakers do the math. Having worked as a baker once, I'm thinking to myself, who else does that at peak hours? I appreciate you guys.

This is MUST stop if you are heading to Madison from LaCrosse or vice versa.

This place is the gold standard for local bakeries. Huge selection of delicious donuts and pastries. Very popular for wedding cakes. Other baked goods like rolls, bread, and buns are the preferred option for every local I've spoken with

My wife and I travel between our home town and LaCrosse, WI (about 50miles one way) at least once or twice a month. When we do, we make it a point to stop at Linda's Bakery in West Salem along the way. Every thing is so fresh and tasty and the customer service here is above and beyond (super friendly people). The prices are reasonable for the quality of baked goods you get. I'd much rather buy one good quality thing than a dozen bad or mediocre things! Linda's Bakery is well know in west central Wisconsin

Linda's Bakery made our cupcakes for our wedding and they were delicious!! We had so many compliments! And at an affordable price!! We had chocolate with chocolate buttercream. vanilla with vanilla buttercream, and carrot cake with cream cheese (my favorite!) We had over 300 cupcakes with only maybe a dozen left for us to freeze! The delivery and service was amazing, and our consult went so smooth. Would highly recommend!

I used to come here all the time to get a glazed donut they had the best glazed donuts ever. However the last few times that I have went in to get a glazed donut they have tasted so bad like old grease or they've been stall like they made a whole bunch up and froze them and then took them out as they needed. I used to work in a bakery I know when donuts are fresh and they weren't fresh and I know what donuts taste like when the oil isn't getting changed properly. I will spend my money on getting Walmart don

A real gem! We ordered a Mother?s Day cake last minute from Linda?s bakery and it was delish! While we were there, we picked up some scotcheroos and a donut. It was the most popular place in town!

We used Linda's bakery for our 10/05/24 wedding, and had a personal cake for the bride & groom and a selection of cupcakes for guests. We had a chocolate cake for ourselves and then chocolate, vanilla, and lemon cupcakes, all with delicious buttercream frosting. Our cake was relatively simple by choice, and it came out exactly as I envisioned and then we added our own topper! When we cut it and had the first bite my husband and I both looked right at each other and went "oh, yes" because it was so delicious

Just the smells are worth the stop! We only get there when we are heading home from Lacrosse it's just of the interstate a little bit but so worth the stop in! Everything is awesome!

It?s a wonderful place and all the desserts are delicious and very beautiful

We purchased donuts for our wedding on July 29th, 2023. Working with Linda?s Bakery was great! Our initial meeting was very informative and we were able to sample a few different kinds. The staff at Linda?s was very organized and detail oriented. Delivery of the donuts went smoothly the day of our wedding. Guests seemed to enjoy them quite a bit :-) We purchased all glazed and they looked very aesthetically pleasing on the board. We also ordered gf donut holes- these went very quickly on the dessert table.

Fell in love with Linda's on the first visit. If pastries are your thing, then this is the place. Fresh daily. I only wish they were closer to where I live. Oh, I recommend the Eclair's.

Awesome bakery! We were on the way home from the dells and needed a birthday cake for my son on a Sunday. They were open until 6pm. Unheard of!! The donuts were fantastic, along with the milkshakes and cakes!

I was searching the web for a bday cake for my 18 yr old. She LOVES Halloween...but I wanted an adultish cake, kind of elegant. I found one on Pinterest. Perfect with a few minor changes. I was so excited to pick up that cake! And when I saw it I actually cried out! Was just gushing over it! That cake was out of this world!!!

The crew at Linda's is top tier. We have ordered several cakes and they never disappoint. This cake is my best idea yet, and the decorators nailed it. I gave them the pictures and the words and they did the rest. The flies on the poop were the perfect addition that I did not expect. Awesome job, the family all loved it.

Amazing! All the cakes and donuts are delicious. The pecan pie is on another level, the best I have ever eaten. The service is excellent and the prices are reasonable. We will surely return before the Christmas holidays are over.

Linda's Bakery has a large variety of baked goods. From sweet to savory. Maria, the young lady who helped me out, was friendly and helpful.

Didn't eat anything here, was just meeting someone but I have heard how wonderful it all taste. Have tasted in the past cakes from here & they were amazing. Service is great. Sore is clean. Handicap parking & entrance. Don't have to wear masks

One of the best, most consistent, and high-quality bakeries around these parts.

This bakery is so helpful and easy to work with. I ordered a cake to be delivered to my son. My son is a pilot on a cruise ship that travels up and down the Mississippi. They had a small window to deliver the cake while he was docked in Lacrosse and got it done as promised. I am so grateful they made his 28th birthday special. I live in OH and can't thank them enough. My son said the cake was delicious! Wish I could have been there to eat it with him. But the crew enjoyed it.

No wonder people from near and far come to Linda's Bakery. Fresh, quality baked goods at affordable prices. Super friendly service. Large variety of items. Support your local businesses, especially the ones that try hard and go extra mile, such as this one.

My husband and I visited Mindoro WI from IL for our baby boy?s first birthday. We originally had an idea for our son?s birthday cake but due to our schedules we left it for the last minute. All of the bakeries near us needed a week or more in advance for what we wanted. We then decided to get any small cake from the area where we would be staying in WI. I came across Linda?s Bakery and decided to stop by. I am so glad things happened the way they did because I was able to get the exact cake my husband and I

The Lemon ??Lavender cookie- magnifique! And Lou the lab is loving the BBQ Dog Buscuits. ????

If you are looking for a variety of unique, fresh baked goods and Donuts be sure to stop in! Their coffee is incredible along with their staff!!

One of my fave dessert eateries, from going to the store to pick up to when they cater to weddings and events, their eats are always spot on.

Linda?s was perfect as always! Were flexible and accommodating, even with unique dietary needs (gluten and lactose free and low to no sugar). The process of ordering and having the desserts delivered was smooth, with quick communication from Linda?s about anything we needed to check on. Have always gone to Linda?s for dessert and bakery needs and will continue to recommend them!

I have been searching far and wide for the best carrot cake and I found it at Linda's Bakery. It was delicious, as was the caramel nut cluster and s'mores mocha frappe. My daughter thoroughly enjoyed the Halloween cake pops too. I will definitely make another stop at Linda's the next time I'm in the area!

Excellent bakery with lots of unique baked goods including German Onion Rye bread that I have nowhere else in Wisconsin. The German Onion Rye is still excellent as were the Charlie Brown cookies and Soft Molasses cookies.

I came to Linda's to check out their selection of bakery items and ended up buying 12 donuts, 4 cake pops and some dog treats. The lady who helped me was amazing I wish I knew her name. She was very patient, friendly, and helpful.

The staff at Linda's never fails to make my day. Great company to work with. Highly recommend!

Every year we head to Neshonoc Lakeside. I swear, though, the trip is really all about Linda. With the way my husband talks about this Linda, I should be jealous. She, however, has built an empire that I can never topple. I highly recommend the cinnamon bread...and the sourdough....and the cake doughnuts.

I have never picked up something from Linda?s I did not like. The baked goods and variety are absolutely incredible! Definitely make the stop if you?re anywhere near West Salem/La Crosse.

The variety will surprise you from the moment you step in the store! My son and I make frequent trips for the donuts alone! We have never been disappointed!! I also had some custom cupcakes made for my son?s birthday and they turned out perfect. My mom has to stop anytime she?s in town for the cookies. Definitely a must!

I placed an order for a couple hundred buns, hamburger and hogie, for a wedding catering. Placing the order was a pleasant expirience as all my questions were addressed competently. I received a friendly phone call reminding of my pick up. And Linda's definitely delivered! The quality, the cut, and the bulk packaging was spot on and exceeded my expectations. Thank you all!

Wonderful bakery with tons of selection. They even have gluten free areas

Stopped in for some treats. Super sweet people. Cookies were fantastic. Husband rates the oatmeal cookie a 10 out of 10.

We ordered cupcakes through Linda's Bakery for our wedding and they were just absolutely delicious! So many people commented on how good the cupcakes were. Sam was so helpful in our initial consult and made sure that we had all the details covered! We ordered a mix of chocolate, vanilla, and carrot cake. We were also able to offer some gluten-free cupcakes for our friends and family, which we really appreciated.

Can't go wrong here. Something for everybody. Gluten free/fat free/sugar free items available. Bacon, soup, dips, coffee, smoothies, flavored lemonades, caramel apples, crackers, bread sticks, pastries, donuts, cakes, cookies, candies, cupcakes, breads, rolls, biscuits, balloons, on and on and on. All reasonably priced plus they have specials. I just wish bakeries would offer sprouted whole grain breads and baked goods. Although they have endless variety and beautiful presentation. I'm holding back a star

Linda's Bakery did a great job at bringing my dream wedding cake to life! I always wanted a wedding cake like my parents had on their wedding day and Linda's bakery did a great job! It was delicious as well!

I was stopping in here to find out if I could order rosettes, a very pretty, fragile, crispy, sugary kind of Christmas cookie, Ahead of time for a family member's birthday. I knew they made the cookie in the past but wasn't sure if they still were since it is a difficult cookie to make. As it turns out they do make it still But I couldn't order them At this time of year. And that's exactly What makes them so amazing is they could have let me order that cookie and baked it for me. however it would not have t

They have a wonderful bakery that has been in business for 50 years. A different flavor of cake donuts eveyday

One of the best-- if not THE best- bakeries I've ever had the pleasure to visit.

Great staff, great products, great presentation!! We always enjoy stopping at Linda's Bakery for amazing baked goods to share with family an friends!

They always have the bes selection of the yummiest treats plus the staff is fantastic!

Amazing selection of baked goods! Tons of gluten free doughs, crusts, muffins, etc. We went in for the seasonal cookies, cinnamon breads & colorful birthday cupcakes!

Prices are on the higher side. But the bake good are fresh and I like almost everything

Ok so I'm a local I'm used to the goodness that is Linda's bakery. Great quality everytime. But I gotta tell you this last weekend I came in for my favorites the buttermilk donut holes. And I watched this family of four in the store for the first time. Going crazy over everything and even calling the family (I may have eves dropped on their call they live 3 hours away) and was buying stuff for grandma and their neighbor and at first I laughed. How cute. But honestly it made me remember my first time in the

Ordered a baby shower cake 3 weeks before the party. I picked a decoration style from their photos. When I picked it up the image was plain. Not decorated in the same style. It was suppose to have flowers and butterflies with a baby elephant. Instead it was a plain flat elephant with 4 clouds. I told them it wasn't the way I ordered it. I was told "the decorator probably did it this way because it was easier" and the photos I chose from were old. they said it would be fixed. I came back later. The elephant

For our May 24, 2024 wedding, we had ordered several dozen of different cupcake flavors, and a small 6? cutting cake. Everything was exactly as discussed, and so unbelievably delicious and fresh! We barely had any cupcakes left, even ordering way more than we needed, as guests kept coming up to us saying how delicious they were!

Busy place! Very efficient getting people taken care of. Fantastic food

If you don?t like cake, this place will change your mind. They have a huge variety of baked goods - not just sweets. Ordered our wedding cake and cupcakes here and our guests were raving about them. Affordable too! TRY THEIR CAKE.

Linda's bakery is simply the BEST! We ordered a grad cake and it met and exceeded all expectations! It was creative, gorgeous, and DELICIOUS! So grateful to have this business nearby- kudos to all involved from the order to pick-up and in between!

Linda's knows how to make pastries and cakes very well. If you're looking for a cake for an event you can't go wrong with Linda's Bakery! They made our wedding cake and I was amazed at how great it turned out!

Linda?s Bakery was the right choice for our wedding and will be for yours also. Being gluten free, it's hard to find a cake that tastes just as good as the real deal. They were so great in accommodating a beautiful and simple cake just like we wanted. We also had an assortment of bars for our guests that paired so perfect with the ice cream we served. We can?t thank Linda?s enough for getting everything just perfect.

We stopped to pick up some lefse and muffins. As always the service was great and the products even better. They were super busy when we got there and we still had a very short wait. It was nice to see a business that still provides service for there customers.

My mother used to bring me here as a child. I visited today for the first time since I was a kid, and it brought back memories! The frosted sugar cookies are the best!!

Words cannot describe how happy I am with this bakery!!! I got cheesecake bites and cake pops for my wedding and not only did they look absolutely beautiful but they we delicious. All my guests raved about them and went in for thirds :) And the people who work here are nothing but kind and helpful so thank you!!!

Every time we go out to Sparta, we have to go to Linda?s. I typically buy a ton of pastry and cornbread muffins and bring them to Milwaukee and throw them in my freezer! The best!

A very dangerous place...when it comes to a diet haha. Phenomenal baked goods whether it's a loaf of bread, donuts, or something sweeter. Never been disappointed here. The Magic bars are my absolute favorite!!!

Been way to long since we went to Linda's. That is a mistake on our part. We will be going often.

From out of town. Needed a last minute specialty cake. It was a nice easy, friendly process. Custom made the whole way. Lemon cake with raspberry filling and cream cheese frosting with purple flowers ??

What can I say... Perfect! Everything and anything. And more that you would expect or want from a bakery!!!!

My disabled elderly Mother went there to ask a few questions and to see about the availability of a product for a wedding. She was treated coldly. She was understandably distraught and disappointed. ?We?re in the business of selling cakes!!? Considering both Linda?s Bakery and my mother have been a constant in the community. A man treated her coldly and disrespectfully, absolutely uncalled for. Publicly embarrassed my Mother. I will never be a patron in this establishment again.

Linda?s Bakery made pies for our wedding desserts and donuts for our late night snack and they were all a hit! We had a lot of people say how great the pie was and I must say my French silk pie was amazing. They were also so great to work with so I definitely recommend them for any event!

We ordered a baby shower cake and it was not what we had chosen for a design. I did complain and Bob called me apologizing for the mistake and offered a full refund. With such a respectful quick response to our complaint we will give them another try in the future.

Our wedding cake not only was gorgeous, but was delicious as well!

I like the cake pops and coupelles very much. Macaroons are very sugary, but nice anyway.

My husband has lived in the area for most of his life and he was dead set on using Linda?s for our wedding dessert assortment. There wasn?t a shadow of doubt that they would provide an amazing smorgasbord of treats! Everyone loved them and is still asking where they can get more of those cake pops and chocolate mousse bombs. From our initial tasting to our ordering process and pick up - everything was super simple and went without one hiccup. We highly recommend!

Great backery with many many favorites and great staff...

Linda?s Bakery is the BEST in the area! They made our cupcakes and small cake for our wedding day, and not only did they look fabulous, but they tasted incredible! So many great flavors, fillings, combinations- and one flavor is better than the next. What?s more, the team at Linda?s couldn?t be friendlier and more attentive to your needs. I would highly recommend Linda?s for any special occasion, party, or event. They are the best in the business!

Wow what an assortment of goodies!! So delicious!

I cannot say enough good about this bakery. It has the best donuts, the best bagels and the best bread in town. It has the best cinnamon rolls anywhere. They?re so soft and yummy! If you?ve never been here do yourself a favor and go find out why this is my favorite bakery! After living in Italy I have had the chance to know some amazing bakeries and I?d choose this over any of them. I guess I?m American at heart. :)

We had our Gender Reveal and asked for a Carrot cake if it was a boy or a Red Velvet cake if it was a girl. We got two cakes which were one a vanilla cake and the other was a chocolate cake. Needless to say the Gender Reveal was ruined in my wife's heart. We called the bakery and no one could answer the questions we had or could even tells what the sex of the baby was. I felt we were clear and to the point on what we were wanting and no mistakes should have been made. Two days later and still no apologies o

I love this bakery. Everything here is delicious. My picks are the M&M Cookies, Sweet Rolls, and Banana Bread. Always fresh. They sell out quick daily, so get there early.

Wonderful maple frosted snails (sort of a cinnamon roll)

I have been getting g Linda's donuts for 20 plus years. My mom took me growing up and by far my favorite place to get donuts. They also have the best desserts and coffee cakes. I love their sugar cookies too!! There is nothing not to love at Linda's.

An delicious experience all on its own. Everything from fresh breads to gooey cinnamon rolls, cakes and cookies. I took fudge bites home and have never had better. Worth the drive. Responsible prices. Lots of samples.

Old fashion classic rolls, or sweet rolls, enough said.

Lots of goodies here! Everything a wonderful bakery could offer. Yummy!! Service was GREAT!

They have the best baked goods in the area, the staff is always super friendly and helpful.

I have been coming here for almost 20 years. I've never been disappointed. Friendly and helpful staff, wide variety of delicious products, their wedding cakes? They made mine! Still good 1 year later frozen for our 1st anniversary ?? The business owners also give back to the community.

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