Best black and white cookies EVER. They have both chocolate base and vanilla. The frosting is light…read moreas air, the cake bottom is soft and moist. This place is a must for us. We also recently ordered a chocolate cake and it was flavorful, moist and fabulous. Everyone loved it! They have bread, cookies, cupcakes, cake and even ice cream.

I stop by sometimes for dessert and their cakes and cheesecakes are my go-to. Occasionally grab a…read moremoon cookie too!

A long-time favorite, Bella Napoli is a true local gem…read more Sandwiches are fantastic, really scratches the itch for a good Italian mix. We love coming for breakfast, which is hot, fast, delicious, and reasonably priced (even these days). Home fries are to die for and their lattes are just as good as fancier spots in the area (and won't break the bank). Of course, you can't go to Bella Napoli without checking out their Italian pastries, cookies, and other baked goods. Our favorites include the turtle cheesecake, chocolate dipped cookies, cannolis and pasticchiotti. Danish, breads, and turnovers are also excellent. The service is always efficient and friendly. Can be tough to score a spot at the counter, but we always feel cozy and at home when we do.

Normally, I love Bella Napoli. They usually have amazing pastries, and their Valentine's Day…read moreselection looked especially tempting. I picked up two Valentine's Day cookies, a lobster tail, and two large cannolis--items I've enjoyed from them in the past. Unfortunately, this visit missed the mark. The lobster tail was soggy and lacked the crisp crunch I normally expect, and the cannolis were also soggy. That was especially disappointing because those are usually my favorites. The Valentine's Day cookies looked cute, but underneath the frosting they were dry and pretty flavorless. I really wanted to love everything, especially since I've had such great experiences here before, but this time the quality just wasn't there. I'm hoping this was just an off day, because I know how good Bella Napoli can be.

Omg I can't say anything bad first time ordering a cake from here was a little scared it was the…read morebig 50 I was turning yikes!!! Pick up cake staff was awesome and the cake was beautiful just as I wanted so moist and the buttercream filling was amazing and the prices were very reasonable thank you guys for the hard work you did on this beautiful cake!!!

Amazing- everything is always delicious and beautifully decorated. The owners are extremely…read morefriendly and accommodating. Highly recommend for all of your bakery needs.

Is there any cake decorated more beautifully than a custom cake from this longtime popular bakery…read morein Schenectady? I do not think so. The cakes are made fresh and not frozen. Today, we had a 10" Carrot Cake for an 18th birthday party. It not only looked picture perfect, it tasted great. The website describes the many flavors of cake available in different sizes in round or sheet cake style. When you call to order, you speak to a knowledgeable staff person to select a flavor, size, frosting, and filling. Then you select the decorations and colors you would like. The signature iconic script handwriting of their decorators is attractive and distinctive. You know it is a Villa Italia cake when you first see it. However, always check a custom order cake before you leave. When we picked up the Carrot Cake, the worker did not open box to show us the cake. They should be trained to show the costumer the cake before checking out! Fortunately, I did open box and saw a pink frosted cake saying HB Jackie. My cake was for an 18 yr old grandson. They fixed it so it looked nice, but it was not quick. Please check out my photos to see a few of the cakes we have ordered and enjoyed!

The cakes are always moist. Filling just enough. Buttercream frosting yes is sweet but one of the…read morebest tasting around. Offer plenty of options for decorating also. Recently the gelato cakes have became a favorite too. Recently ordered cookie & cream ones. Every one complimented the taste. Also able to pay and order on the phone. Service was great.

This family owned oasis makes the best bagels. hands down, this side of Brooklyn (and Kinderhook)…read more Chewy, flavorful, and generously sized they're worth a special trip from almost anywhere. The Slingerlands location is the newest expansion of the parent shop located in Kinderhook. There are breakfast options, mostly eggs of one sort or another, plus pastries ("brought in every week") and an assortment of spreads for the bagels. BUT choose carefully. The "cream cheese with lox" was a disappointment - the entire sandwich had plenty of cream cheese and, maybe, two tiny specs of salmon. Huge disappointment.

Broad Street Bagel has probably the best bagels in the Capital region! They are so light unlike a…read morelot of other bagel spots and they also offer pastries, bagel sandwiches, and other delicious treats. Coffee is always good, and they tend to have some fun seasonal latte options like the Peeps latte I got for springtime! I love that they have outdoor space to enjoy in addition to the indoor seating. Service is typically good, though sometimes a bit slow. This has been a great addition to the community!

Amazing food, welcoming atmosphere, pretty garden, bright indoor space - dine indoors or out! It's…read morehard to choose a favorite, but the Brimstone BLT on a fresh baked brioche is legendary. The Grilled Mediterranean Salad - either chicken or shrimp - is another standout, with fresh made hummus! Refreshing blueberry basil lemonade in the spring/summer, tasty chipotle hot chocolate in the cool weather makes visiting Brimstone a year round lunch spot, especially with their one of a kind seasonal soups. For an extra special treat, try a slice of cake or even better, order one for your birthday - divine. The blueberry oatmeal cookies deserve an award too. Above and beyond is the warm and attentive service. Anthony and his crew are exceptional. 1000 stars.

So good. We just dropped in and they were so accommodating. I would recommend making a reservation…read morebecause it is a small place. The staff was accommodating and really went out of their way to find us comfortable seating. The food was so good, my husband who is not a chicken lover was so happy with his chicken sandwich (I wish I had gotten the actual name of the sandwich) he said he would order it again. My FIL loved his Shrimp Arugula salad. He couldn't stop eating it. My quiche was excellent so delicious , a blend of the ham, cheese and eggs with a flaky crust, and the soup was also delicious and creamy. I wish I had tried one of their lattes they looked so good. They had a steady stream of customers so they are busy. Try them out.

I ordered a smash cake for my baby's first birthday. It was supposed to be different shades of…read morecream. The cake I got somehow included... mauve. I wish I could include pictures. I really have no idea where they got the idea to add a purple-pink color to the mix.

Best bakery in the NY capital region. During my time in Albany, I've been to a lot of bakeries. I…read morecame to Sweet Elevation 3 times in just 2 weeks. I don't remember when I had a more perfect chocolate cupcake, each time I've come here, the quality and service are perfect! Consistency and good service is what I look for. The attention to detail, hospitality, and kindness from Christian, the young man who works there, is exceptional. As I wrote before, the bakery shares the parking lot with the Yemeni coffee shop Shibam next door. The Yemeni coffee is just perfect with Sweet Elevation's treats, so don't miss this spot if you visit next door. I hope they can work out on doing something together. I've gotten hooked on Sweet Elevation's chocolate cupcakes. I'm having one as I write this review (these really are the freshest and best chocolate cupcakes) with some Yemeni coffee from next door - who knew how perfectly they go together. I'm very picky when it comes to cupcakes, and these are so soft, fresh, moist, fluffy, with perfect frosting with the sprinkles! Each time! It's really cute inside the cafe. What I'm most picky about is service, and I'm impressed with Christian, he's a respectful gentleman, knowledgeable, and really helpful with recommendations. Responsible, helpful, paying attention, intelligent. People my age often complain about the younger generation, they should meet Christian, our world's future is bright with young people like this. Good luck whatever you do Christian, and may you continue to shine as you do now always! Amen!