I came in looking to order a custom Godzilla cake for my friend's birthday. I had some inspiration…read morephotos, and the team had great communication with me what all they could do based on my photos, how much it would cost, etc. I had to lower my budget (I honestly had no idea what I was getting myself into), and they were great with explaining to me what they could do on the cake that aligned with my budget. They did such an amazing job, and my friend was moved to tears when I surprised her with it!

I've been wanting to try this bakery after seeing it on the too good to go app. I went today…read morebecause I finally got a bag, and was so excited to see the inside. There's no place to sit inside, but there are two nice parking spaces out in the front since it's a busy parking lot by a gym. They have several cases of sweet options, cakes that you can customize on the spot, and pastries that are topped fresh to order. They also have so many cake pop flavors. I didn't even know how to decide! The owner, Melissa, was so sweet to me! I asked her questions about the business, and what they do for catering. I love supporting local businesses, especially bakeries because I'm a baker myself. I talked to her about customizing an order for my place of employment in the next couple of months and she was totally on board to customize it how I wanted. Aside for my too good bag, I ended up buying an ube cake pop and a Boston cream tart, and both are out of this world! On Fridays and Saturdays, they do buy one get one free cake, pops, so it's a perfect opportunity to try all of the flavors! Definitely try this place, you will not be disappointed!

09/05/2025 As my mom and I were leaving the Fujiya Japanese…read moreMarket, I noticed the sign next door said Arai Pastry. I was so excited because I heard about this place a long time ago and had yet to visit. It's fairly small inside with a small glass case on the side with cookies and one main one filled with both sweet and savory options. There were also a few loaves of bread on the counter. Everything looked great, but it was a such a warm day so my mom and I opted for something light. The Coffee Cake was indeed as light and airy as it looked. The cake layers tasted like a sponge cake with slightly dry edges (a little over-baked). I think the espresso layers were mousse and not too sweet. It was topped with a chocolate covered espresso bean that was tasty as well. Overall it was a nice afternoon treat. I would like to go back sometime and try their Japanese cheesecake, and their raisin bread loaf too.

I stumbled upon this cute little bakery while omw to Angie's Lobster. Decided to stop in to check…read moreout what they had. They offer a variety of cakes by the slice, specialty breads, and other pastries. I was tempted to get a slice of cake, but I was able to fight off the craving, lol. You can also order a whole cake, but I would assume you'd have to place that order in advance. Prices seem fair, the service is fast and friendly, and the shop is clean. They don't have any tables inside, so it's a grab-and-go kind of place. It's located in a corner strip mall with decent parking. I would come back again, and when I do, I'm getting a slice of cheesecake!! =)

"Like my parents, I will be baking for you...from my family to yours..." - Dawn…read more A friend of our niece moderates a TikTok foodie page. In our day's Sunnyslope business, our niece took us to Kris Frybread. Arriving we saw Dawn's. She said Dawn's gets high ratings too. After our excellent Kris meal I made my way to Dawn's. I am infamous in the family for my dessert rxtravagance. But I share with all at our table. Take your choice! Our niece got cannoli, I got lidded shortbread custard cups, vanilla and almond. Sweet D got a cherry and an apple turnover delivered into the box. It is five days later. My sugar intake has dropped a lot. In our home baking we cut sugar ingredients by half. Older Hopi bakers put in enough sugar for a hint of sweet in their cookies. Modern bakers glaze them. I'll take those traditional ones. When I say the shortbread cup with custard was too sweet for me, that's my 21st century palate speaking. The almond cup was a buy-again item for me, still sweet, very almond. The cherry turnover was flaky, the filling tart, oozing fillng and cherries. The gold medal, blue ribbon "I'd buy this again, for sure is the apple turnover. We will return for some more flaky, apple-y goodness. The webpage makes mymouth water. I see many items are normal and mini sized. Great idea Dawn.

Walking in here requires serious self-control -- because you will want one of everything in the…read morecase. The aroma alone is worth the visit; it wraps around you the second you step through the door and feels like a warm welcome. The staff is consistently friendly and genuinely helpful with recommendations (which you'll need when everything looks that good). Every item I've tried has been incredibly fluffy, moist, and full of flavor -- the kind of bakery where you can taste the quality in every bite. A true neighborhood gem that makes indulgence feel justified.

After a wonderful meal next door at The Sicilian Butcher, our waiter suggested some dessert, but…read morelittle did I know they had a whole bakery connected to the restaurant. I can't speak on the customer service as we never left our table and our waited just walked over and got what we needed. We were pretty stuffed from our massive meal, but we decided on sharing a cup of gelato just to satisfy our sweet tooth. I peeked inside as our table was right at a little walkway from the restaurant to the bakery. Gelato is just one of many things they serve here. They also have all your typical Italian desserts. Cakes like tiramisu, pastries like Italian flag cookies, cookies like Italian wedding cookies, cannolis of different varieties, and of course gelato. What was suggested to us if we wanted gelato was the hazelnut flavor. I was expecting a little cup for the 6 of us just to get a taste, but what he brought over was a massive serving. I don't know how many scoops it was or even how much we even paid, but we all got plenty with some even left behind. Now this gelato was life changing. Probably the best I've had in the states. I know it's gotta be way better in Italy, but I'll take what I can when I can. Think of a Ferrero Rocher but in gelato form. It was delicious and I couldn't get enough of it. It wasn't overly sweet and it had a little crunch with bits of chocolate and hazelnuts. My sweet tooth was extremely satisfied after having dessert here. I have literally been thinking about that gelato since I left Phoenix. Luckily this company has locations in Texas so I will definitely be seeking out this gelato soon.

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.

Always quick & kind. The gluten free cookie flavor they typically have is alright. Shop is quaint…read more I usually get a gluten free cupcake which is always good. When I was there in April they had a strawberry based one and it was really good. Hadn't been since moving out of state. Glad they are still thriving!

The saguaro sugar cookies here have me in a chokehold. They're so well balanced flavor and texture…read morethat I have to buy one every time I darken this shop's door. I also recommend the snickerdoodle. It's like the snickerdoodles of my childhood. I also enjoy the cupcakes, but those are a once in a while treat as opposed to an every time I go into the shop treat like the saguaro sugar cookies. Wasn't a fan of the cowboy cookie, but I know some people really dig that cookie and to each her own. That's why there are so many cookie varieties in the world. I appreciate the care this team puts in to their baking and flavors. The shop stocks a boxed water for sale which doesn't do it for me. Totally get wanting to be sustainable, but the boxed water tastes weird. Maybe it's that brand? I don't really have much of a boxed water frame of reference. Anyway, totes recommend this place. Shop local!

Is it Fat Tuesday, or am I feeling fat this Tuesday after eating a cheese danish and an apple…read morecinnamon paczki in succession, almost without a breath in between? That is it, mike drop, it was that good.

This place is from Europe, but basically only has Polish items. I was looking for Italian items,…read morebut I tried an éclair. The éclair was a good first bite, but a bit stiff on the ends. Maybe go in the morning is better.

Life's too short to have bad pie that's what the sign on the wall says! And it's true I've had…read moreplenty of decent pie I thought but this place is a revelation. Each bite is perfect not too sweet, crust is flakey. A perfect harmony of spices! We got the Apple, Key Lime and Banana and I was kicking myself for not buying more. (Banana was my favorite) Bring your pie hole here asap

Ordered two pies online to pickup the day before day: a banana cream and a rhubarb strawberry. The…read morerhubarb strawberry was excellent, both filling and crust. (I recommend lightly nuking a slice, and putting vanilla ice cream on top.) The banana cream had lots of cream, but not enough bananas, at least per my expectations. I'd give the first one five stars, the second three. Hence my overall rating of four stars.

First time at a Paris Baguette! Love all the pastry options...so many to pick from. I opted for a…read moreham and cheese croissant (delicious) and chocolate croissant (so yummy)! Love all the cake options too. Concept seems convenient where you can grab your individual tongs, tray and self-serve any and all the baked goods your heart desires. Prices are about standard for this economy ranging from $3-5. Nice that they'll heat the pastries up for you by request. They also offer a few coffee drink options. I'll be back for more the next time I pass by a shop!

After just going to my first Paris Baguette a few weeks ago, I happened to be near this location on…read moreSunday afternoon and needed a quick bite to eat before an appointment. This location is quite a large one with quite a bit of seating along with an organized line area to go upon arrival. I recently joined the loyalty program and tried something new this time. I was delighted by my visit. When I first walked in, I saw quite a number of customers deciding what to order while a number of them were already in line. There were also a number of employees working behind the registers helping customers. I walked around and looked at the self-serve section, the options behind the counter, and the menu. I decided to order a sourdough turkey melt. It came out nice and toasted and quite tasty. There was a wait until it was ready, but that was to be expected as it was weekend lunch-time. The employees were so helpful and walked me through how everything worked and how to come back and take advantage of special offers. You can learn more about Paris Baguette and this particular location at https://parisbaguette.com/locations/az/scottsdale/16495-n-scottsdale-road. It is open daily from 6 AM to 9 PM. If you go to the website, you can sign up for texts to get a free pastry with purchase. Also on the website, you can find a menu, locations, catering, online ordering, reviews, social media links, and more. Find out about the PB Rewards program at https://parisbaguette.com/rewards. Sign up with the app and earn another free pastry with purchase. You'll earn a point for every $1 spent, take part in challenges for bonuses, and enjoy exclusive offers. While I missed out on a free pastry with purchase plus a free lemonade tomorrow with purchase on Lemonade Day), I look forward to future offers and challenges in the near future. There are also Sweet Treat Happy Hours on weekdays from 3-6 PM where you can enjoy a $2 pastry with any purchase. I look forward to trying other items (food and drinks!).