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    4.9 (157 reviews)
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    Cream puff
    Adnan A.

    Went there around 8:30am. The line was all the way to the door. There were two people working. I assume husband and wife. Woman did go inside and only man stayed. You could definitely see he was frustrated. But at the same time looked like he knew majority of his clients. He had personal conversations with them. The bakery looked very clean, simple no decor but definitely clean. They do have few shelves with snacks and goodies. We tried borek 10 out of 10 for sure. Very flaky dough and lots of filling. Cream puff was like a nice fluffy dough filled with cloud. The cream was not overpowering sweet and at the same time sweet enough and not too fat. Definitely highly recommend. But be aware this is not 5 minutes long purchase. Be ready to be in line for awhile. But definitely worth it!

    Poppy pastry! Amazing! Not too sweet
    Ilana B.

    We can't stop coming here! So fresh and so good. The owners are very sweet as well. Everything is amazing.

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    Nikita A.

    I am so grateful to have found the Balkan Bakery! I miss the amazing bread we have in Hungary and this place brings me a feeling and taste of home. There is even a little seating area inside to drink your coffee and eat fresh bread. Make sure to say hi to the group of sweet Bosnian gentleman who sit every morning outside eating. Really feels like home. The owners are Incredible too

    Risto K.

    Fantastic and 100% originally authentic bakery! I am so happy I discovered this place. Located in a strip mall, the bakery is small, but clean and efficient. Baker is located right there in front of the customers! Food is delicious and freshly baked daily. In fact if you are interested in ordering larger quantities - call ahead and they will have it freshly made within an hour-now that is a good service! Employees are super friendly and are ready to offer suggestions and advice when asked! In particular what I would recommend is burek! It is made with thin phyllo dough which is my favorite-not overwhelming yet still delicious! Kifla was 100% authentic and soft.

    Rye bread
    Darya S.

    Loved this place and wish we lived closer! Welcoming staff, interesting cuisine, delicious food, and incredibly affordable prices. My husband and I shared the spinach burek and the cevapi sandwich. We got a loaf of the rye bread to go. The breads are $3-4 and baked fresh daily. The meat in the cevapi was so tasty. The sauce it came with complemented it perfectly. Burek is the thing to get here, though! It was warm and just phenomenal. Keep in mind that they have a walk-in limit of 4 bureks. Bit of seating and the place itself is very casual, but most people got their orders to go.

    cheese and egg Burek
    Keith M.

    What a great little family bakery. This is definitely my vibe. Friendly service along with a cute place to enjoy a casual breakfast Tried a cheese and egg Burek, which is an Eastern European pastry. It was delicious. And the coffee here is pretty good here too. I'll definitely be back and I'm anxious to try some of the other interesting pastries they have here.

    Minda H.

    I see why this place has 5 stars! Small bakery in Phoenix with tasty Burek! My husband and I decided to try three out of four different types of Burek... cheese, meat and Spanish. The were all extremely tasty. The service was great as well. If you are into Balkan food them try this place out!

    Baklava and coffee
    Brian B.

    I finally got a chance to go in and see what they are all about. This is a a family run bakery cooking family recipes. On this visit I had a coffee and baklava. I haven't had a lot of baklava but this was definitely the best I have had. They are very friendly and service is quick. They also have a little market if you're looking for European brands. Pretty chill spot, they do have tables, indoor and outdoor if you want to stay and enjoy your coffee and pastry.

    Chevapi Small
    Jenn B.

    This is a great place to get some Balkan food. The Borek is very light and flaky with the beef. I love the Chevapi with their homemade bread. They have tons of Balkan snacks and treats too. I also highly suggest the cream puffs if they have them. Only a few tables but worth it!

    Susan G.

    3/30/24: a friend had given us some bread from Balkan and we decided to check it out for ourselves this particular Saturday morning. What a great place. It's an unassuming storefront, but the second you walk in it's heavenly. There is plenty of parking and there is a myriad of items to curb your cravings. Aside from the baked goods, they have a small store with miscellaneous items. We didn't look too closely at them as our eyes gravitated to their breads, desserts, and other items in the display case. The lady behind the counter was super sweet and she explained to us about how the Figaro treat was named after the opera; that way back when, because operas were so long, during intermission, small treats (packed with sugar) were sold to help the audience stay awake for the next half of the show. We ended up purchasing one of each dessert, a savory item, and a small drink (because the bottle was cool). I cannot remember what the hot savory item was called but hey, pastry and cheese, what more do you need? :-) For all of that, it only came to $29. Balkan Bakery is 22 miles from our house so it won't be a weekly visit for us, but we will definitely return -- we must try more of their baked breads.

    Beef burek
    Samantha T.

    Amazing beef burek with delicate thin crust & soft savoury texture with beef! It is similar to "roti canai" & " murtabak" that I had back home. Friendly service & I like the limited menu with homemade fresh baked pastry & breads everyday!

    Cream Puffs

    The Best, The Best !! The food was so good and so fresh, i went with my son and we loved it so much. We got creampuffs and wow they are so fresh and so delicious. I got bread and they were so fresh and tasty. The service was great. The bakery was so clean and organized, i felt so calm inside and my stress just went away. It had such great vibes and I loved it! 11/10 if you live in Arizona, Go try Balkan Bakery immediately!

    Spinach burek  & cevapi (sausage in samun)

    First time here - Burek is delicious- a must try. Sausage is so flavorful! Service was great, food was delicious! Typing up this review as I'm eating - don't want to forget to get this in.

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    6 years ago

    Always great and fresh products and amazing service. There is nothing better than picking up freshly baked kifle on the weekends :-)

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    Everyone needs to try this place. Amazing and everything is home made. I would recommend the spinach pita (zeljanica) and the cevapi.

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    6 years ago

    Love this place, I've been going here for years. The service and food is great. The Burek is one of my favorites!

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    Most delicious wheat bread I have ever tasted. It is great toasted and as a sandwich. It's my favorite bread.

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    4 years ago

    Balkan Bakery is the best and very authentic to home. Very clean and a great family owned local business.

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    6 years ago

    Best bakery in Phoenix in my opinion, my neighbor is from Bosnia and introduced me to it.

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    4 years ago

    Great food great service! Top notch. Came for cheese and spinach burek as well as baklava and I loved every single item.

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    5 years ago

    Food was really good and service was fast and great really love this place. My son and daughter love there bread .

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    Very good cheese filled dough! Fresh, warm and yummy! I would highly recommend this bakery. Selection is limited but good!

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    8 years ago

    Delicious Balkan food always fresh. Great family business, clean and friendly. Highly recommended.

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    Some cravings simply refuse to be ignored... and mine was a cannoli. Thankfully, The Sicilian…read moreBaker never disappoints! We've worked our way through what feels like almost the entire dessert case over the years, and I can honestly say I've yet to find something I didn't love. Every pastry is beautifully crafted, incredibly fresh, and tastes like it was made with so much care. This visit was all about the cannoli, and let me just say... craving officially satisfied! The shell had that perfect crisp snap, while the filling was silky, rich, and just the right amount of sweet. It was everything I had been dreaming about and then some. Walking into The Sicilian Baker always feels like stepping into a little slice of Italy. Between the gorgeous display of desserts and the irresistible aroma of fresh pastries, it's nearly impossible to leave with just one treat (don't say I didn't warn you! ). Whether you're stopping in for a post-dinner dessert, celebrating something special, or simply giving in to a sweet tooth like I did, this place is absolutely worth the visit. Every dessert we've tried has been phenomenal, and this cannoli was another delicious reminder of why we keep coming back. Sweet craving? Check. Happiness? Double check.

    The Sicilian Butcher is one of my favorite restaurants in town. So, my recommendation is that you…read moremake it a one-two punch. Have a meal at The Sicilian Butcher and then follow that up with dessert at The Sicilian Baker. There are several locations in town, with this one being in North Phoenix. On my most recent visit, I stopped by on a Thursday. Parking tends to be busy in their complimentary lot, but you'll find a spot. Ambiance (4/5): The Sicilian Baker is connected to The Sicilian Butcher. It's a small bakery, with only a few seats. More of a grab-and-go type of spot or the source of your dessert if you're dining at the restaurant. While small, the decor and ambiance is nice. Service (3/5): A little bit of bad luck, but on my most recent visit, they were having trouble with their refrigeration so no gelato was available. While interacting with the staff, it was an average experience. I will say that the service was much better in the restaurant. Drinks (N/A): I only got dessert, but they do have coffee and a few other beverages available. Food (4/5): The Sicilian Baker is known for its cannolis, tiramisu, gelato, and lobster claws (dessert, not real lobster haha). On my most recent visit, I had a cannoli. They have your classic cannoli but also a nice variety of other fillings including pistachio, Reese's, and more. A+ for creativity, though I decided to stick with the classic. Solid. In fact, all of the desserts I've had here over the years have been quite good.

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