Bakery in Portland, Maine

Handcrafted pastries, classic European technique, and Latin-inspired warmth by James Beard-nominated pastry chef Ilma Lopez.

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Why Ugly Duckling’s Bakery Stands Out

Ugly Duckling is a cozy bakery and luncheonette in Portland, Maine’s West End, serving fresh pastries, coffee, brunch, and rotating sweets made daily. Stop in for croissants, muffins, trocaderos, cream puffs, gluten-free almond cake, vegan chocolate cake, and seasonal desserts — or order ahead for custom cakes, large batches, catering trays, and special gatherings.

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What’s Hot in Our Case Today

Trocaderos: brioche filled with changing custard/mousse flavors

Cream Puffs, Pastel de Natas, Canelé (PF)
Almond Cake (GF), Vegan Chocolate Cake
Seasonal cake bites, mini key lime pies, salted caramel cake

Always ask what’s fresh—our shelves change with inspiration and flavor.

Perfect Pairings

Pair your pastry of choice with a macchiato, a bubbly iced drip, or something magical like our Golden Milk steamer.

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We’re Local, We’re You

Nestled at 246 Danforth St, we wake early—doors open daily for coffee & baked treats all the way.

Want to host or take over? We do group gatherings, event catering, morning pick‑ups, or take‑and‑serve trays.

Frequently Asked – Quick & Ducky

Yes! We have GF Almond Cake, GF 3‑Leches, and Vegan Chocolate Cake—just ask what’s in the case today!
Absolutely! Just hit us with a flavor wish, and we’ll bake it to life—perfect for birthdays, brunches, or any excuse to eat cake.
Open daily from 7 AM to 3 PM—early risers and late brunchers, you’re covered.
We bake with love, local-ish ingredients, always fresh, and full of personality.