An Andaman vacation comprises beach explorations, island hopping, shopping, and relishing delicious cuisine. If you are spending an Andaman holiday, it’s very likely you will spend the very first and last days of your trip in Port Blair. After all, it’s the capital city, home to historical landmarks, restaurants and cafes, and of course bakeries. If you have a sweet tooth or are planning to enjoy a cheat day, the following bakeries in Port Blair will make you taste buds super happy. This blog has covered all the best spots in Andaman where you can go and satisfy your sweet cravings. So, let’s explore:
Top 6 Bakeries in Port Blair to Try
1. Tillai’s Bakery & Sweets
2. Anumod Bakery
3. Cake & Nuts Bakery
4. Calcutta Sweet Stall
5. Icy Spicy – Pure Veg
6. Switz Bakerz
1. Tillai’s Bakery & Sweets
If you are short on time and there is only one bakery shop you can visit in Port Blair, go to Tillai’s Bakery & Sweets. Famous amongst both locals and tourists, Tillai’s Bakery & Sweets is amongst the best bakeries in Port Blair. One bite into their soft and smooth pastries and cakes and you will know exactly why this place is always buzzing with customers. They have an impressive menu with items like burgers, hot dogs, pattice, namkeen, etc. Their puffs (veg and chicken), cream buns and chocolate truffle cake are must-try items on the menu. Also try their fluffy and flavourful butter sponge cake with some coffee or tea that makes for a perfect evening tea cake.
Address: Located in Rangam Shopping Centre, Near Shri Ganesha Temple, Aberdeen Bazar, Aberdeen, Sri Vijaya Puram
Opening Hours: 6 AM to 9:30 PM
2. Anumod Bakery
Serving sweetness since 1983, Anumod bakery is one of the oldest bakeries in Port Blair. The bakery has a variety of cakes including cheesecake, fresh cream cakes, and dry sponge cakes. If you are celebrating your birthday, wedding anniversary or honeymoon on your Andaman vacation, you can try their special customised cakes. Apart from its cakes, customers also line up for grill and tandoori items on their menu. The bakery is on the first floor whereas snacks, chaat, and other fast food are available on the second floor. You can also buy different varieties of mayo, spices and condiments, and other exotic ingredients from here.
Address: Great Andaman Trunk Road, Airport Authority Colony, Haddo, Sri Vijaya Puram
Opening Hours: 7:30 AM to 9 PM
3. Cake & Nuts Bakery
Another popular bakery in Port Blair to try is Cake & Nuts Bakery. The bakery is well-maintained and neatly shocked with all the items. Looking for something sweet? Try their decadent black forest pastry and oreo truffle cake. And if you like something savoury, relish their chicken samosa. Their delicious carrot cake and coconut cookies are to die for!
From burgers to sandwiches and from fries to samosa, there is no dearth of delightful savoury foods on their menu. The bakery staff is super polite, friendly and quick to respond. The average cost for two people will come around ₹500 at the Cake & Nuts bakery.
Address: Near Polytechnic, Dollygunj, Sri Vijaya Puram, Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Opening Hours: 10 AM to 10:30 PM
4. Calcutta Sweet Stall
If you are a fan of Bengali sweets, Calcutta Sweet Stall is the place for you! Their soft and succulent sponge rasogulla or hot jalebis dripping in sugar syrup are perfect to give you an instant sugar rush. Cake lovers can enjoy their soft and moist buttercream cakes. And it’s not just sweets, cakes and pastries that satisfy your carvings. This restaurant/bakery also serves delicious North Indian, Chinese, fast food like burgers and sandwiches. You can also enjoy a variety of spicy, sweet and tangy chaat items at Calcutta Sweet Stall.In non-vegetarian items, you can savour their Chicken Mughlai Paratha, egg roll, and momo platter. The price for two people at this sweet stall would come around ₹300.
Address: Dairy Farm, Sri Vijaya Puram, Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Opening Hours: 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM
5. Icy Spicy – Pure Veg
Icy Spicy is a bakery shop and restaurant serving Indian, Chinese and Italian dishes to their customers. A modern restaurant in the heart of Port Blair, it deserves a mention for all the wonderful dessert/bakery options it has to offer. After enjoying a main course, you cannot miss their dessert menu which promises little bites of heaven in your mouth. The bakery which is located in a separate section has a variety of namkeen, cakes and chaats. It is as of now, is the only bakery in Port Blair that specialises in egg-less bakery products.
Please remember to carry cash in your wallet as this restaurant/sweet shop only accepts cash payments. Let’s hope they introduce the cashless payment options very soon for customer convenience.
Address: Island Arcade, Junglighat, Sri Vijaya Puram, Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Opening Hours: 8 AM to 10 PM
Cost for Two: ₹400
6. Switz Bakerz
If you’re holidaying in Port Blair and yearning for some sweet delights, try Switz Bakerz. They specialise in bread, cakes, cream rolls and Indian sweets like laddus and ghee mysore paak. You will also find a selection of chocolates, pastries, cupcakes, macrons, and gluten-free cakes that are irresistible and too tempting to say the least. For something spicy and savoury, try their spicy mixture. And to quench your thirst on a hot summer day, order a glass of cold coffee with vanilla ice cream.
Inside the bakery, there are only limited seating options. Therefore, it’s best for you to go for a takeaway and enjoy the delicious items at your hotel. The staff at Switz Baker is very helpful, and always recommend the best cake/dessert options for your purchase.
Address: Housing Colony, Bhathu Basti, Sri Vijaya Puram, Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Opening Hours: Sat, Fri: 7 am – 9:30 pm and rest all days : 8 am – 9:30 pm
Cost for Two: ₹200 to ₹400
These are the top six bakeries and sweet shops in Port Blair, Andamans for sweet lovers. Whether you are celebrating a honeymoon or birthday, or simply want to cherish something sweet for your taste buds. Make sure to have something sweet for the occasion.