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Brooklyn Baking

4.7 (455 reviews)
InexpensiveDonuts, Bakeries, Desserts
Open • 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

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The donuts are the best here. My brother and his wife bring us donuts from there. I haven't had a good donut like this in a long time. This is the only place I like my donuts from. I can't comment about the service or how the place looks like because I haven't been there yet.

Tricia B.

Love these donuts! Brooklyn Baking is located in the same plaza as an Aldi's and Burger Kings, as well as a Frankie's hot dogs. There's a lot of parking available. I arrived late, which u think was about 11 on a Sunday, and there was little left. No premade sandwiches, and not a lot of variety of donuts. But what they had was delicious! I had one sugared donut and it was a little chewy, light and fluffy, and so much sugar. I almost reached for another without thinking because it was THAT delicious! Definitely a local treasure.

Brittany C.

This place is my go to for donuts when in the area!! So soft and freshly baked! Pies, pastries, donuts, sandwiches and coffee!

4 donuts and coffee cake
Jessica G.

LOVED everything we got. The donuts were fresh, light, delicious and had just enough flavor. We loved the lemon one and cinnamon sugar. The coffee cake was also delicious. Light with a crunchy topping. The prices were excellent. A great find in a strip mall.

Cream horn
Mark W.

Has there ever been a time where you felt like you cheated when reviewing a place because you knew how good the place was and knew that business had a reputation for being one of the best in the country for what they do? For me, this is that review. This place is ALL the hype! I live in the area, but I unfortunately never really get a chance to come here because I'm awake having to leave for work long before it's open, and it's not in the part of Waterbury I particularly come by too often. I have had these before, but it was always my mother bringing them home. However, today I finally decided to come and have these myself as I am heading to New Haven while typing this out, and today is the day I give this place a proper review. From the moment I walked in, you can tell how busy this place is, but also how welcoming the atmosphere is. And yes, for the Mr. Krabs people out there, we do go to a restaurant for its atmosphere as well as the food. But back on topic, you can tell that not only is it welcoming, it's also a place of history. The Bakers Table you walk by while in line is over 100 years old and it's worth taking a read into to get a sense of how this place came to be. You can buy bread here too, and I actually did buy a loaf because I had run out the other day. If you get the small rye, you will have to slice the bread yourself. Then we get to the displays, and it is so clean and fresh. This is further proof that this place takes great pride in what they do. As I perused my way through, I knew I needed to try something more than just the donuts, so add a chocolate marshmallow cupcake and the cream horn to my order please and thank you! Finally, it came time to consider my choices for the donuts. In the past I've had their jelly donuts, and they are best when you have them chilled. But the donut that was really calling my name was the lemon-filled donut. Wanna know why I wanted that one specifically? Because for me, you can NEVER go wrong with a lemon-filled donut. I prefer that to jelly any day of the week (nothing against the jelly here though, just a personal preference). I actually ate one of them as shown in the photo I took of it and it was divine! So yeah, easy to understand why this is on the list of best donuts in the nation. Between this place, the donut shop I went to in Grand Central last fall on the way back from a rave, and Rise Doughnuts located over in Wilton, it's tough to choose which of these three places I like the most. But onte thing I do know is that this donut shop is one of the best donuts I've ever had.

A fresh dozen

The softest doughnuts around. A box from this bakery never lasts long at home! The jelly with powdered sugar as well as the honey glazed are our top two favorites. It is an easy enough detour off of 84 to stop in to this bakeshop.

Baked goods
Sabrina A.

These are honestly my favorite donuts in CT. These donuts are addicting and one of a kind. They're soft and fluffy and SO good. We get these for a special treat but those calories are so worth it! I even made my husband get up early the day after our wedding and drive up 40 minutes to bring them for our guests for our after wedding brunch. Everyone loved them. The staff here is always great and so friendly. They've got breakfast sandwiches and cupcakes and other breads and baked goods. If you like, you can also have a cup of coffee and enjoy your donut with a friend as they've got a few small tables and chairs. A Waterbury staple! My favorites are the honey glazed and Bavarian but you honestly can't go wrong with any of them!

Pina colada cupcake
Karina D.

This is my first time coming here. The employees were nice (Lauren was great) and they had a wonderful variety of cupcakes and a small selection for donuts. I got a pina colada cupcake and a honey glazed donut. The cupcakes were right inbetween being sweet and non-sweet. The donuts were more of a bread texture I wasn't the biggest fan but I would be willing to try other things here next time.

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Jessica O.

Okay the donuts are the star of the show here. They are soft like pillows! My boyfriend's favorite was the Bavarian powdered donut. I really liked the glazed and Boston crème. We also got a bacon egg and cheese which looks like they are premade? But I'm sure they still very fresh and recently made. The bread with the sandwiches was also soft. I will be dreaming about the donuts until I can return! Cute and clean place, love the little relics of the bakery's history and the staff was friendly.

Chris W.

I stopped in today to grab donuts for my coworkers and was amazed. The smell when you come in the door is to die for. You can tell everything is freshly baked. I arrived at 8:30 and they were already running out of items...so the earlier you arrive the better. When I arrived at work to share the deliciousness.....the response from the team was epic. They love Brooklyn baking. I heard stories about when it was in its original location. So much excitement and joy came from these donuts. They are an institution, their quality is top notch and their service exceeds expectations. Need I say more?

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Like a taking a bite out of heaven. Best donuts on the planet. Soft like clouds the honey glazed is melt in your mouth dreamy

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The most amazing donuts I've ever had! The glazed is scrumptious! This is worth a stop.

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Best donuts in town! Service is quick and efficient. Product is always fresh and in good quantity.

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Great Customer Service ! I Love their donuts and breakfast sandwiches . Would recommend everyone to try them out .

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Awesome service food donuts and management here. Love this place.. I see why so many people support the people and home made products

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4 years ago

Really fantastic donuts. Had the plain, cinnamon sugar, frosted. All were very good. Will return soon.

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Their glazed donuts are amazing!! Their service is quick and everyone is kind! I'll be back for some bread for sure!

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Best bakery around!! They make amazing donuts here & as fast as they make them, they fly off the shelf even faster! Great place!

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They have the greatest muffins! And I love buying the beads I've never had the donuts but here the great

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Donuts and baked goods are legendary. The quality is consistently excellent.

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Best donut and grilled cheese sandwiches out there!!! Hands down one of our favorite breakfast nooks

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Best donuts on the planet just off exit 25 riedville drive in Waterbury ct. Brooklyn bakery connecticut

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Ask the Community - Brooklyn Baking

Do you sell hard rolls?

Yes

Do you make Portuguese items? What Kind?

No, I'm sorry but we don't make Portuguese items. International Bakery on Baldwin St does though.

Does this bakery have any gluten free cookies or donuts?

No.

I'm traveling back to CT with my family to visit my brother in Ellington on Friday, November 26th. I'd like to bring him some of your awesome pastries and donuts. Will you be open that day, the Friday after Thanksgiving? Please advise.

Yes, we will be open on the 26th from 7:00am to 6:00 pm

Is this the same bakery that used to be downtown right across the street from St. Joseph's Catholic Church? I remember their rye bread and soft rolls from decades ago. Was down to the old (?) location 7 years ago and it was still there.

Yes. Same family owned business as the one that originated below town plot, in the Brooklyn section of Waterbury. My friend's dad used to work there on Sunday mornings - he would let my dad and I stand right beside the oven as he pulled a piping hot… Read more

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Are there any gluten or flour free goodies?

Yes

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