Whenever I shop here, most of the customers here are middle aged and older. Like me. Which makes me think this place, it's offerings and it's customers are aging out. The (newest ?) baker has a diffident, heavy hand. Globs of smeared sugar icing across the tops of danish render them unappealing. Possibly Chester's biggest draw? Their famed cinnamon buns. Now shrunk in size to almost a third of their former glory. And what's with the tasteless bits of chopped nuts? I'm a home baker. A former chef. This cannot last.... I was reluctant to write this review. When we first moved here from Philly, after my lifelong favorite childhood bakery in OC closed, Chester's was my go to place for cinnamon buns. Was..... read more

Please do not buy the cookies unless you ask to confirm freshness. Just bought 2 lbs of pecan cookies. I noticed the clerk grabbing cookies from tub behind counter with label 4/7. Thinking now it was date the cookies were bake - cookies taste very old. Very disappointed! I had them before and they were SO good! Not this time! And it cost $34.00 for OLD cookies!! read more

Got some donuts from this place and what a good spread they offer and the quality is definitely there too I will be a returning customer

Cheaters is worth the drive. Outstanding donuts. The vanilla cream is to die for. Outstanding honey buns (aka sticky buns), with or without nuts. And the prices are fairly reasonable too, given the quality. read more

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Stopped by on Saturday morning for a glazed donut. I'd give it a 6/10. I've been on the hunt for the best donut and had my fair share so far. The donut is light, kinda holy on the inside that it's airy. Con: the glaze is a bit too sweet, on the flatter side and not fluffy enough. It has a little bit of the frying oil flavor. Staff were all welcoming and friendly. read more

Chester's Pastry Pantry Bakery - Glazed donut - Bakeries Near Me - Somers Point, New Jersey

Best donuts in the area. Pastries and cakes are also top notch. Their Boston Cream is heaven on earth. Older venue with some nostalgic bakery equipment on the walls. read more

I was in search of a local bakery near work and found a few, but none were open early enough to help me on my quest for donuts @ 6 am for work. So, I decided to pop in Chester's and see what they had to offer. I was pleasantly surprised to see an array of donuts that looked really good in the display cases. It was hard for me to choose some of the options bc there were plenty. I asked for 2 dozen and the kind young lady who greeted me held my hand as she walked me through the options. There were Boston Cream, Chocolate Glazed, Regular Glazed, Chocolate Frosted Cinnamon Bun, Apple Filled, Jelly Filled, Vanilla with Sprinkles, Chocolate with Sprinkles, Cinnamon, etc. I tried to get as many as I could. The young lady rang me up and taped the boxes. I paid $50 and left a tip. She was happy and so was I. Off to work I went with my donuts. When I arrived, people almost ran me over to grab donuts from the boxes. Everyone was happy with the choices. There's nothing like FRESH donuts that are made by a bakery (yea, I think you can tell I am not a Dunkin Donuts type of girl, lol). read more

Definitely worth stopping by if you're in the Atlantic City area or heading down to Cape May. There rolls are super flaky and delicious. Classic old school bakery feel. read more

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The go-to for birthday cakes. Never ever been disappointed. The breakfast pastries are very good and the shop is always immaculate, the staff is friendly. Been in business a long time for good reason. read more

This is a spot that locals enjoy. It's this small, non pretentious spot and feels very homey as if the donuts were made fresh by a grandma. I honestly found the donut tastes to be ok - more like 3 stars but the service was honestly phenomenal because they were just so friendly and helpful trying to figure out what you like and there were high school aged kids working the counter which thoroughly surprised me. It was also towards the end of the day so I want to give this spot a try again during the morning. I heard other treats are very good here - I'll try this again next time I'm in town. read more

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I've been a customer of C P P for longer than I can remember. My goto special treat was always the cream filled donuts, they never disappointed until now. Not only do they seem more oily but the cream filling is lacking. Hopefully this was an off batch, I'll give them another try. The other favorite that I love are the bear claws, they are still as good as ever. read more

Used to be good. Now stale , dry donuts & higher prices. Got stale pastries last few times so I'm done buying.

The best sticky buns I have ever had. And I passed that love down to my children and my wife. Always an exceptional experience of culinary excellence. Let's support small businesses. read more

Tonight on a phone call with my 84-year old mother we were discussing local pastries around my place where I live. She mentioned stopping at Chester's two weeks ago to purchase day-old goods at a discount. She loves a bargain, so day-old works for her. Growing up in OC, we were somewhat regular customers throughout the years. When mom asked the older woman behind the counter if there was any day-old goods that day she said she received a terse, dismissive reply from the woman, who seemed perturbed she had even been asked. I can say this is a situation where I am glad for everyone I wasn't present. How dare this woman disrespect a Senior, especially my mother. After reading through the reviews below I see two other reviews mentioning a rude, older woman who ruined their experience. I would imagine this would be the same older woman since she seemed (according to mom) to be in charge of the younger workers at the counter. Is this woman the owner? I'll make sure I stop-in on my next visit down the shore to relay a personal message on behalf of the family - who no longer will frequent this store. read more

Had pastries delivered to a friend giving birth. It was delivered fast and fresh. Thank you!

First time here and I will definitely be going back! This was one of the best donuts I've ever had. It was very fresh and tasted absolutely delicious. They had other donuts there that also looked great, so I will certainly be making another visit to try the others! read more

Chester's Pastry Pantry Bakery - Vanilla Frosted with Sprinkles - Bakeries Near Me - Somers Point, New Jersey

The best bakery in town by far Friendly staff, and big pastries variety Definitely won't be disappointed Not a better bakery in town read more

Good cookies and it reminds me of an old school bakery. The staff was nice and friendly.

Chester's has been historically great. However, the past few times I have been there, I found the donuts lacking. I love jelly donuts but the jelly was very watery and leaked out all over. The glazed donuts were mushy and smashed in the box. The texture was different. Frankly all the donuts seemed lacking. Prices are increasing and quality is decreasing. Very bad Blueberry pie, too sweet and tasteless at the same time. The one I got at shoprite was cheaper and better. I do not like to leave negative reviews but it is justified at this point. Also the convenience fee for using credit or debit cards is another negative. Don't offer as a payment method if you have to pass the charges back to the customer. Sorry but this is an honest review. My family also expressed concern about the decline in the donuts. read more

Stopped in as this spot came in as one of the top donut locations in NJ. I can see why it made the list. Light and fluffy dough paired with fresh toppings. The butter cream filled donuts are very good. The honey bun was good, maybe a little over cooked. read more

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I am so upset, I am down in Margate for July. I needed a really pretty birthday cake for a special friend. I called this bakery based on a freinds recommendation. I called and told the woman exactly whatI wanted based off their instagram. There was an EXACT picture. I just picked up the cake and it's awful!!! It doesn't look like the picture at all!!!! I can't believe it !! Then I just got home anf there is a large bubble on the top of the cake. Teh craziest thing is there were two young girls there who had no clue what to do. There was no manager or baker to help even fix it. What a shame. I know it's just a cake but this was important to me and a special birthday for my friend. read more

The best bakery near us! Everything is so yummy!! My grandsons love it when I pick them up from school and we make a beeline to the bakery for an afternoon treat! read more

I am very disappointed in Cheaters Backery in Somers point , nj . I remember going with my Grandfather as a little girl. I set my boyfriend this morning and wanted my usual chocolate frosted donut , it had no flavor and the chocolate frosted was flaky and dry. To have the perfect frosting donut you can't put them in a cold room are air conditioner. Last but not least to the woman who runs Cheaters, you are not only rude to customers and most of all your staff. Will never be back read more

I'm a big fan of a good donut I usually drive to Williams town to the Amish market for good donuts. I took a chance and stepped into Chester's and I was pleased . read more

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Went in yesterday morning before work to pick up a few items and the older woman was verbally abusive to the three young woman doing the work at the counter , placing rolls in bags and I didn't even know what to do and left because it was so hard to watch, no one should ever be treated like that let alone young women staring to work at such a young age,I will never go back to this business and I wish there were something I could have done without fearing she would be worse after I left.. read more

We've gotten many cakes for different occasions here. Always fresh and delicious. The staff is really nice too.

So when a jersey shore friend says...."But have you tried Chesters?!" and I'm like "Who?!" And her face lights up... I know I found a hidden gem spot! She advised "Get there early...they sell out!" Of what??you may ask...the BEST sticky buns I have ever had hands down. I am not a huge pastry eater but if I have to indulge it better be good. I was not disappointed one bit. Located on New Rd. In Somers Point, NJ right outside of Ocean City, NJ and Margate, NJ. It's a small bakery and the parking lot will be packed. It's $2.70 for a (6) pack of sticky buns. I was soooo happy as I enjoyed this ooey~gooey treat with coffee that I even did a little dance! I'm afraid to get word out because they will probably sell out sooner but too good not to share with my Yelp peeps!! read more

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Goodness being of Italian heritage in these United States of American, the varied delectable offerings of pastries include cannolis, a serious, lol, however good part of the human spirit joy of life of desserts that have been identified by Italian cuisine. The very joyful pleasant concierge type of service by employees, in the bakery does register, of course. It does show concern in "Chester's Pastry Pantry Bakery," for, the need of honesty of lets face it, ok?;- Godliness, sometimes "*over or under done*", Godliness that is;- eh, er, um, uh oh, lets not be irreverent, Joseph, oh that's me, no kidding, ok?:- rhetorically a *climate* of plausible perceived judgementality, each of us has heart *that* before, could be like hey, inspired walking on parchment paper, and do not slip and fall, or *walking on rice paper.* Truth. That following, neighborly concern, ok; "love," enjoyment of living kindness of relating to neighbors, truly does be true in light of having experienced the bakery. The light of between me and the, "lamp post" - by the honesty of experience of Chester's Bakery, it is highly recommended. Oh, btw, each of us in honesty of oil of gladness of needed help of God, knows there is one God, for example, the honest complete belief of my personal life, God Is, "In the beginning God.." of The Holy Bible. Need something for the Dedication season, that is "Hanukah," that Jesus of The Holy Bible did reverently celebrate, and/or the "Nativity" Christmas Holiday Season? Or planning a "New Year's Eve," celebration of, "Auld Lang Syne?" The honesty of various needs of personal life, no judgements of journey of lifelong God's Granted Eternal Creator Perspective dignity & rights, "all acquaintance be forgot? " is a lyric, right? Yes, from my personal recollection, like, lol, the syndicated, not "syndicate" lol, of the radio program, "Paul Harvey, the rest of the story," in fond remembrances. Peace Of God, thankfully so is impartial. The cannolis are just like homemade Italian with ricotta cheese filling, semi-sweet chocolate chips or plain, delicious! Or the selection of like Boston crème donut filling, I think. Btw, I can darn my own socks, those darn Red Socks, compassion "red" for go Yankees! Okay, go Phillies! *note, picture is from online of a cannoli, online source reference link is, ( https://www.pinterest.com/pin/216946907040849703/ ) read more

Chester's Pastry Pantry Bakery - *Note, this is only an example of a cannolis by the online reference source, "Homemade Cannoli" link cited in description, *like* Chester's - Bakeries Near Me - Somers Point, New Jersey

Delicious! Loved the gingerbread and the mini honeybuns ! The ladies at the counter were delightful and suggested a few things to try! We will be going back to bring stuff to take home with us! read more

Come for the cannoli! What an unexpected little gem. The building it self is, shall we say "unassuming". But I didn't come for the ambiance, I came for the pastry. I called ahead to check and see if they had cannoli, and she let me know she would make me some fresh ones when I got there, and they were beautiful, and delicious. The gal had just pulled fresh sugar cookies out of the oven and my 3 year old was thrilled. The prices were great too. The big cannolis were around $2.50 each. It was raining, and as tourists, I was grateful there were tables inside the shop we could eat at- it sure beat trying to contain messy cannoli in our rental car. Chester's isn't on the boardwalk, but the pastries make the little drive up the road worth it. read more

Chester's Pastry Pantry Bakery - Delicious, fresh cannoli. - Bakeries Near Me - Somers Point, New Jersey

GREAT STICKY BUNS! What can I say. They were amazing even the next day. Raisins everywhere. Cream filled? Ehhh. Love McMillians in Haddon Twp so wasn't expecting much. Great customer service (thank you girl in the green tights for the extra buns ). Will Deff be back read more

Chester's Pastry Pantry Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Somers Point, New Jersey

Always have the BEST donuts and pastries! Great service. I go every Friday for my office!

Worth leaving the island to go to Chester's. Their donuts are consistently fabulous and our other favorites are the mini sticky buns, bear claws, and gingerbread cookies. Cakes are as good as homemade from scratch with lots of love. The best part is that if there are actually leftovers they seem to get even better the next day! read more

I'd give them zero stars if it were an option. My wife and I ordered 5 dozen cinnamon buns for my mother and her friends(all house bound during the pandemic as a valentine's Day treat from us). We ordered on February 5. The owner said shipping was going to be $60.00 for Fedex overnight, since she would only ship them that way to maintain freshness of the product. When my wife called up to get tracking info on February 9th, the owner the owner said she never promised to use Fedex and had shipped them via U.S.P.S. $60 for USPS shipping is ridiculous. She basically called my wife a liar. The tracking info states today, February 13th that they are still somewhere in transit. With no idea of where they were. So much for freshness, so much for honest business dealings The owner is dishonest and a liar. Be cautious and ask lots of questions from this unscrupulous business person. I'll be back to write a review when and if they ever get here. read more

A Somers Point staple! If you don't know you should go. You won't be disappointed. Some highlights are the sticky buns (with or without nuts), cheesecake (pineapple or cherry please!), mini danish, and donuts. read more

Ignored and rude when they took the time to grace me with their attention. Made me feel stupid when asked a question about an item.

I live in Virginia but have family in South Jersey. This bakery is my first stop when I come back up here. It's AMAZING. There's a DD across the street and I can't imagine any reason to go there with Chester's around. It's a hidden gem. read more

The Boston Cream donuts, and powdered doughnuts are delicious. The pies are the best I've had period.Apple & Blueberry Pie. read more

Chester's Pastry Pantry Bakery - Apple Pie - Bakeries Near Me - Somers Point, New Jersey

This is my favorite bakery within the Northfield-Linwood-Somers Point variety. I wish I was more patient to drive from the end of Northfield where I live to the end of Somers Point where Chester's is located because if they were closer to me I would stop in every day. I've never had a bad experience here...customer service is fantastic and even the younger "apprentices" are very knowledgable about the baked goods and will always offer a sample if you'd like one, so don't hesitate to ask. Try the mini apple danish. I am obsessed with these. If I were more indulgent I would buy thirty of them and pop each one into my mouth before getting home because they are so tasty, crispy, baked perfectly and the icing is delicious and it is a wonderful sweet treat to end your breakfast with. I don't know any other places that offer mini danishes like these consistently on an every-day basis. I've asked around other places and they say you can special order "something like it" but I probably wouldn't ever venture into the territory of "something like" Chester's mini danishes. They have multiple flavors and they also have a mini sticky bun which is as equally delicious and amazing. The cakes are unique, trendy, and beautiful. The donuts are also amazing, especially the plain glazed and jelly filled powdered ones. They also have coffee and ice cream available right there if you just want to stop in for "dessert". I wish these guys were open all night. Parking is a little difficult because New Road is so busy and insane. I just really enjoy the old-style vintage architectural feel to the place and you can smell how incredible it is as soon as you step out of your car to head in. The only downside is no credit, cash only, which can be an inconvenience if you don't know this before braving the heavy traffic to park and then have to leave to go to Wawa to get cash after you're already there with your order. I sometimes do not understand why businesses don't offer this service because we're in the 21st century now. read more

Chester's Pastry Pantry Bakery - Mini Sticky Bun from Chester's Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Somers Point, New Jersey

Classic full-service bakery that reminds me of the one in my childhood home town. Simply wonderful.