Did you know that back in the day, Memphis had a bigger Mardi Gras celebration than New Orleans? That’s right—Bluff City once threw some of the most extravagant parades and parties in the South. While our Mardi Gras traditions have shifted, one thing remains: our love for king cake.
Whether you’re hunting for a classic cinnamon roll-style cake or one packed with cream cheese and pralines, these Memphis bakeries have you covered:
1. La Baguette
A Memphis favorite for all things pastry, La Baguette offers a beautifully decorated, authentic king cake with a rich, buttery texture. Perfect for sharing at work or your own Mardi Gras gathering.
📍 3088 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN
2. 901Bakes
Looking for a king cake with a twist? 901Bakes makes Vietnamese type king cake like James Beard Award Winning New Orleans bakery Dong Phuong.
📍Cooper Young Farmers Market on Saturdays
3. Lucy J’s Bakery
Located inside Crosstown Concourse, this social enterprise bakery bakes up a delicious king cake while supporting a great cause, helping people transitioning out of homelessness gain job skills.
📍 1350 Concourse Ave, Suite 151, Memphis, TN
4. Jacques Louise Bakery
Memphis’ own 100% gluten-free bakery is serving king cakes in simple cream cheese or praline cream cheese filling. Available for order January 6th – February 15th.
📍 2094 Trimble, Memphis, TN
5. Sweet LaLa’s Bakery
This locally loved bakery inside Regalia Shopping Center serves up a moist, flavor-packed king cake. Order early because they sell out fast!
📍 6150 Poplar Ave Suite 118, Memphis, TN
6. The Ginger’s Bread
This Midtown Memphis bakery specializes in sourdough, pastries, cakes, and cravings. Only need one for yourself? They sell minis!
📍1613 Union Ave, Memphis, TN
7. Blanchard’s Organic Breads
Danny Blanchard makes these delicacies. You can find him at Joes Wines on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8:30AM to noon. He makes New Orleans style king cakes and Galette des Rois (French version). Pick up a single slice and if it’s what you want, preorder a whole cake.
📍1681 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN
8. Father Ben’s King Cakes
Father Ben at St. Michael Catholic Church is at it again with king cakes in multiple flavors. Order online.
📍3863 Summer Ave, Memphis, TN
9. Memphis Whistle
Known for their homey feel, the Memphis Whistle in Cooper Young has delicious food, cocktails, and king cake!
📍2299 Young Ave, Memphis, TN
10. Rollin’ Cafe
Rollin’ cafe has individual king cakes for sale! Available until February 17th.
📍9580 Macon Rd, Memphis, TN
11. Ounce of Hope
This aquaponic cannabis farm is selling THC-infused king cake. Is your moth watering yet?? Order online.
📍553 Cooper St, Memphis, TN
