Try the sausage kolaches for sure. But really, I've never had something I hate from Grin City!…read more These guys have done an outstanding job during the pandemic. We already loved them before, but they did great converting to having a service window with display cases in the adjacent windows to choose from. On really cold days, they've got heaters placed for the line. There is ALWAYS a line on Friday and Saturday mornings, but they've added a third staff member and they MOVE IT! Always a kind word and always service with a smile. But GO EARLY! They run out of the best stuff. Though, I swear they started baking more, because I've lucked out lately even when I'm running behind.

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This place is literally legendary. Home of the famous Dutch letters and all kinds of Dutch…read moregoodness, Jaarsma Bakery is the kind of place that takes you back to the old school in the best possible way. With a staff dressed in traditional Dutch outfits and fresh pastries filling an entire room, Jaarsma smells and looks about as close to bakery heaven as you can get. The sheer amount of pastries, breads, cookies, and treats is impressive. You can also grab various foods and sides, along with a great collection of Dutch products that won't disappoint. I arrived around midday, and some of the favorites were already gone or running low, which probably tells you everything you need to know. I was on a mission for the letter "S" pastries and the cream-filled bars, and they absolutely delivered. Since I had flown into Pella on a private plane, I also ordered some thank-you treats to bring home for a few supportive people in my life. It was the perfect place to find something unique and memorable. If you come to Pella, you come here. It's really that simple. Do not miss Jaarsma....your stomach will thank you!

Jaarsma is deserving of this 4-star review based on its size, selection and general quality. Please…read moreunderstand that's not a bad thing. They did a nice job on the Dutch letter and Chicago Cubs frosted sugar cookie that I tried. I did find the place to be overrated compared to the mass' reviews and the legend that it has outside of Pella. But no doubt, you kind of "have to" go there if you're in Pella. Hopefully a 5-star experience awaits you.

The Dutch letters made here are one of my favorite treats, I have had them fresh from here and had…read morethe packaged ones that are found in a few stores around Iowa. I have tried other items here that are delicious, but not much can sway me away from the Dutch letters! Oh, what's a Dutch letter? It's a S shaped dough type pastry filled with some sweet filling.....Google it as it'll be a better visual and explanation than I'll give you. :)

I visited this bakery this past weekend with my sister-in-law and nephew and they had the cutest…read moresugar cookies for spring/easter! Service was great, definitely a very small shop though, no room to just hang around more of a pick your poison and giddy on out of there. I ended up getting a plain glazed donut but it was delicious - soft and pillowy with the sugary glaze on top - chef's kiss

Damn delicious baked goods and very friendly staff. Definitely a go-to option any time of the day!…read more/ ¡Son riquísimos los panes y postres de esta pequeña panadería y los que la trabajan son sumamente amables! Sin duda es una perfecta opción para cuando se te pegue el antojo a cualquier hora del día. :D

Delicious flaky cinnamony goodness!! Did not try the breads, but they smelled wonderful.read more

A delightful bakery with many other items. Gift ideas, pantry needs, household goods…read more Nice variety of the Amish community. Please know it is a cash only business as all Amish businesses are. Stop by and treat yourself

This place is about as legit Amish as you can get. Lights run by generators, Amish folk running the…read moreplace, gravel path to get there with farmland all around and cash or check only!!! The donuts were fresh and delicious - the apple fritters got rave reviews from everyone. We also got some baked goods to go (also huge hits) and the ambiance truly tied the whole experience together. Definitely a must try if you're staying nearby or just driving through!!

My Mom's Bakery is the first new Czech/European bakery to open in the Cedar Rapids area in quite a…read morewhile (it's located in the quaint town of Ely, just 10 minutes from Cedar Rapids by car, or a fun 45 minute bike ride on the Cedar Nature Trail), but despite being so new, they are already a strong contender for baking the best kolaches in the region. My Mom's Bakery opens EARLY every Tuesday through Saturday: they start baking their goods in the wee hours of the morning, and by 6 AM, their front doors are open and their kolaches and other baked goods are ready to be enjoyed. Their hours technically go until 11 AM, but they actually close for the day when they sell out, which is almost always earlier than that because they are so popular. So, it's important to get here as close to 6 as you can if you want the best selection. As I mentioned earlier, their kolaches are some of the best I've ever had. This quintessential Czech pastry, which comes in many different fruit (or possibly cheese or poppy-seed) varieties, is a very popular treat in this part of Iowa. However, even though it's easy to find kolaches around Cedar Rapids, it's difficult to find really good, traditional ones. The kolaches here remind me of the types I used to enjoy when I visited Cedar Rapids as a child, with a super light, airy dough and generous helpings of fruit in the middle. Their other pastries, including pecan cinnamon rolls and lemon bars, are fantastic as well. My Mom's Bakery also has a brand new, state of the art espresso machine, and they offer a full range of espresso drinks. I really enjoyed their plain espresso, but you can get drinks with milk as well. The shop itself is small, with just some counter seating (as well as a couple tables out front), so it's probably best to plan to take your baked goods to go. They do have a large, clean bathroom. The staff here is super nice, and we really enjoyed chatting with them about their story and operation. They obviously put their whole heart into this little shop, and it shows. We can't wait to come back the next time we are in Cedar Rapids.

If pictures could smell, the fragrance would be sweet, yeasty, and soothing. It is like walking…read moreinto my grandma's house when she was making cinnamon rolls. I get here at about 5:55 on a Friday or Saturday to get my fix. I've heard they can run out before their closing time, and I don't want to take that chance! Always cinnamon rolls...but this morning, a lemon bar too. The lemon bar is fragrant and the crust is buttery perfection. After a few bites from my new favorite, I moved on to the pecan roll. Goodness gracious they are delicious. Perfectly baked bread and the caramelization and nuts are perfectly toasted. I hope to see you at 5:55 am at My Mom's Bakery!

yea if yo have not stopped in to this gem in iowa yet... put…read moreit on your bucket list!! you have got to try the cherry doughnut holes!! they are a total addiction thing for sure!! get 3 dozen at least!! lol that is just for one person!! LOL!! other things that are real good cookies and bars here are real good as well as the fruit pies!! and they have real good premium chocolate covered nut mix! good road snack stuff! other items are seasonal too. Christmas breads!! it is a total worth it to stop off the inter state and get snacks here!

Their sweets are delicious. There is quite a variety. We really love the almond tart. We took one…read moreto our daughter in Colorado. She said "this is SO good! I can't believe you're sharing it with us!

Stopped in for gas and coffee, bakery smelled so good we picked up some treats. We ordered a pecan…read moreroll and stocked up with a box of day old donuts for $1.50. Donuts were still tasty and the pecan roll was soft, gooey and delicious.

From the owner: Shelly's Sweets provides baked good such as cakes, cupcakes, cookies, brownies, pies, cheesecakes…read moreand more, includes pizza and sandwiches, to Newhall, IA and the surrounding areas.