Massachusetts knows how to tempt anyone with a sweet tooth. Across the state, bakeries draw early risers who don’t mind trading a little sleep for a fresh croissant or still-warm donut.
The lines that snake around these shops at sunrise say it all – people will happily wait for pastries that taste like pure joy.
With everything from rustic, crusty loaves to delicate, handmade donuts, these 10 bakeries prove that some mornings are best started with sugar and a smile.
1. Kane’s Donuts: Saugus’ Sweet Legacy
Opening at the eye-rubbing hour of 5 AM daily, Kane’s has been satisfying donut cravings since 1955. The family-run shop on Lincoln Avenue serves up hand-cut treats that put chain donuts to shame…