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Henry`s Sweet Retreat

4.3 (153 reviews)

Visibility: 79/100
  • Family-owned since 2015
  • Custom cake orders available
  • House-made ice cream daily
  • Local coffee bean supplier
Henry`s Sweet Retreat
Bethesda
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Serving Bethesda
Henry`s Sweet Retreat
Bethesda
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www.henryssweetretreat.com
(240) 483-0485

At a Glance

Henry's Sweet Retreat excels as both a specialty candy store and custom bakery, particularly renowned for their moist buttercream cakes and signature salted toffee cookies. While some customers note stronger candy selection than bakery items, the business shines with accommodating custom orders, rich house-made ice cream, and exceptional customer service that makes it a go-to destination for celebrations and sweet treats in Bethesda.

  • Exceptional custom cake service
  • Rich buttercream frosting
  • Friendly, accommodating staff
  • Wide candy selection

Why Customers Choose Henry`s Sweet Retreat

Based on 153 customer reviews

  • Custom birthday cakes with quick turnaround (weekend orders available)
  • House-made buttercream frosting that's rich but not overly sweet
  • Signature salted toffee cookies and chocolate-dipped pretzels
  • Generous ice cream portions at competitive prices ($7 sundaes)
  • Accommodating phone orders for last-minute events
  • Local coffee beans for fresh lattes and espresso drinks

Location & Local Context

Address: 4823 St Elmo Ave, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA

Phone: (240) 483-0485

Parking: Free street parking and nearby municipal lots available

Peak times: Weekend afternoons 1pm-4pm and Friday evenings for weekend cake pickups

Nearby neighborhoods: Bethesda, Chevy Chase, Glen Echo

Nearby landmarks: Near Bethesda Row, 5 minutes from Bethesda Metro Station, Close to NIH campus

Services & Offerings

Custom Cake Orders

Personalized birthday and celebration cakes with quick turnaround times. Known for exceptionally moist cakes and rich buttercream frosting.

  • Last-minute Friday orders ready by Sunday
  • Cakes maintain shape during transport
  • Custom flavors like eggnog cupcakes available

House-Made Ice Cream

Fresh ice cream made daily in various flavors. Served in generous portions as sundaes, milkshakes, or by the scoop.

  • Rich, creamy texture
  • Generous sundae portions perfect for sharing
  • Available in milkshakes and floats

Specialty Cookies & Confections

Signature baked goods including the famous salted toffee cookies and chocolate-dipped pretzels. Fresh-baked daily with premium ingredients.

  • Salted toffee cookies with perfect crisp texture
  • Chocolate-dipped pretzels
  • Seasonal cookie varieties available

Candy & Sweets Selection

Extensive variety of traditional and gourmet candies, chocolates, and confections. Features both classic favorites and unique artisanal treats.

  • Wide selection of bulk and packaged candies
  • Chocolate orange strips and premium chocolates
  • Perfect for gift baskets and party favors

Customer Reviews

4.3 out of 5

153 total reviews

Most Frequently Mentioned

  • Buttercream frosting quality (28 mentions)
  • Friendly customer service (24 mentions)
  • Moist cake texture (19 mentions)
  • Generous portions (15 mentions)

Rating improved over last 6 months with strong praise for custom cakes. 18 new reviews this quarter.

This store may seem small, but as they say, don't judge a book by its cover. They have delicious cookies and very friendly service. My wife says so, and I witnessed first hand. 😃 The ice cream we shared was really good, too. So rich and yummy. 🍨 Nom nom nom! 🤪

Liyang “Leon” Sun

Had dinner at a diner down the street. Looked up dessert near me and this place came up. NOT disappointed! We had brownies, sundaes, milkshake, cupcake and coffee. All of it was DELICIOUS! The small sundaes were huge! Kids could not finish them and at $7ish each hard to beat for the quality! I had an eggnog cupcake. I was not sure it would be good but whatever magic y'all put in it worked great together! The frosting was light and fluffy not too sweet not too bland. And the cake was moist, not crumbly, not heavy just perfect! Had a latte with soymilk because my belly does not care for milk in coffee. Local coffee company supplies the beans. They also have pretty much any kind of candy, pies, and sweets you might need and apparently they cater! Stop in you will not regret it...unless you do not like sweets and then I am sorry.

Matthew Fish

I made a last minute order on Friday for two birthday cakes. The Sweet Retreat Team had amazing customer service over the phone, and they were super accommodating for the over the phone order. They had a quick turnaround time with me being able to pick up the cake on Sunday at 12pm. Now to the actual cakes themselves: These Are The BEST CAKES In the DMV. The cakes were super moist and packed full of flavor. We also loved how the cake kept its shape during the commute and during the cake cutting process. In terms of the Buttercream Frosting?? They put the “Butter” in “Buttercream.” It was so rich and I’m not even an icing person!! This cake was truly some of the best in the area, and also at an amazing price point. I will be using them for all events moving forward!! (P.S. you HAVE to try their Salted Toffee Cookies and their dipped pretzels - they are out of this world!)

Brea Purdie

The butter toffee cookie was the best!!! So good and just a little crisp. Vanilla cup cake was perfect. Icing not to sweet, homemade delicious buttercream icing. It was so moist and fluffy!!! Definitely will be returning. Stop in. They are so friendly and kind!!!

Tiffany Byrd

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! We accommodate last-minute orders and can often fulfill weekend pickup requests for Friday orders.

Our buttercream is made fresh daily with real butter, creating a rich texture that's perfectly balanced - not too sweet or bland.

Yes, we provide catering for events with a variety of desserts, cakes, and candy selections.

Our signature salted toffee cookies, custom buttercream cakes, and chocolate-dipped pretzels are customer favorites.

We offer soy milk for coffee drinks and can discuss dairy-free options for custom orders when possible.

Business Activity

Status: Open now

Peak hours: Weekend 1-4pm

Fresh inventory: Daily baked goods

Popular this month: Custom cakes, Toffee cookies, Ice cream

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Online Visibility Score: Good

How easily local customers can find and choose this business online.

Reviews & Reputation29/35
Online Presence33/33
Business Completeness12/17
Engagement5/15

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