Nice little bakery nestled by the train tracks in St James on Lake Avenue. The renovation really…read moreopened up the space and made the entrance more inviting. However it's hit or miss purchasing Kaiser rolls. It's amazing how quickly they "sell" out by 11am while there are plenty of plain and sesame seed rolls left to purchase. Additionally the size of the rolls had gotten smaller while the price keeps increasing now $1.00 a roll half the size of a roll from other bakeries and deli's. Apple turnovers are very good but again expensive ( flour going up I guess). Staff always friendly and welcoming but I wish someone would run numbers on roll sales so there'd be some Kaiser rolls left to purchase. Varied selection of cookies, pastries and pies and there's a coffee station for those needing a caffeine fix.

First time here and looking for the best sweet treat. Coming here towards the end of the day is…read morenot the best as many of their items are gone. With an ideal location across the street from the St James train station, I can understand why doughnuts and muffins would be gone. Smart! We picked up eclairs, Napoleons, cream puffs and cannolis to go. The black and white cookie looked really good so we'll come back for that as I'm always on the hunt for the best. The cannoli is a small size and has a distinctive nutmeg flavor. I am not crazy about the green sprinkles though. Crunchy though. The eclair is filled with a custard and the chocolate was discolored. Not sure why. It was okay. I have had the Napoleon or cream puff yet so we will see how they hold up the next day. The store has a nice variety of goodies including decorated cakes, cookies and breads so please give them a try.

Still over 10 years later I can't look at my wedding photos or hear a wedding story and not…read moreimmediately think how awful the Rolling Pin Bakery. The owner was rude and dismissive when I asked for refund of the profit she made. I really really suggest you go somewhere else. The fact they treat your wedding day like just another day, no care, no love, nothing but disappointment, disrespect, and distain if they screw up and you'd like it to be corrected. Rolling Pin is awful in all aspects. DO NOT ORDER ANY CAKE FROM THEM!!!!!

I had my wedding last Sunday 4/6 and had our cake made by Rolling Pin. They sent us a tasting a few…read moremonths before and we picked vanilla sponge cake with strawberry jam. Absolutely delicious and was even better in the actual wedding cake. The one blemish on a perfect cake was that we ordered lilac or light purple icing for flowers on the cake, they turned out to be a dark blue. But great tasting cake nonetheless.

Alpine Pastry Shoppe has been a staple in my family for years--every holiday you can imagine and…read moreeven for those random "just because" moments. A coworker recently asked me to bring back some cookies since she knew I was flying home to New York. When she said she wanted good quality cookies, I already knew exactly where I was headed: Alpine. Every time I walk into this place it somehow feels like the first time. Maybe it's the nostalgia from going there with my family for so many years, or maybe it's because it's still family-owned and truly has that warm, welcoming vibe. The people who work there are always so sweet, accommodating, and kind, which just adds to the experience. When anyone brings up rainbow cookies, Alpine is honestly the first place that comes to mind for me. They're the only ones I really go to for them. For my coworker, I picked up a pound of assorted cookies so she could try a little bit of everything. Selfishly, I was definitely thinking I should've ordered a box for myself too! She absolutely loved them, which came as no surprise. If you want truly great Italian cookies and pastries, Alpine Pastry Shoppe is the only place that comes to mind for me. I'm so happy to see that they're still open, and I truly hope they remain a neighborhood staple for many years to come.

Had to try the Rainbow Cookie Donut ! The anticipation was killing me. It is a bit pricey at $9.50…read morefor its size but it was absolutely delightful . The inside Rainbow cookie is moist and dense. The chocolate outside was one of the best chocolate hardened glaze I have had in quite some time. **This is a weekend item** The inside is full of temptation. I also grabbed Easter bread and a Crumb Cherry Pie. You can order ahead of time and slip past the line to pick up inside on the right side.

Tried Chana's bakery for the first time today and WOW.. her donut flavors are very unique and super…read moretasteful! I have never had a donut like hers! Chana is such a sweetheart and I have been dying to try her donuts for months now! I will 100% be ordering donuts from her again! Pictured is her ube, rainbow, American dreamsicle, and tiramisu donuts! The tiramisu donut is my favorite!!! I love tiramisu cake and it taste so frickin good!!! If you are looking for some fun donuts that taste good, CHANAS BAKERY!!!!

I stumbled upon the Instagram for this online cake donut business run by a woman named Chana, and…read morehad been wanting to order for months. I was so enticed by the whimsical, atypical flavors and the bright saturated colors. I finally ordered the 5 pack and chose these flavors: 'Cotton Candy', 'Strawberry Crumb', 'Chocolate Banana', 'American Dreamsicle' and 'Italian Rainbow Cookie'. I loved the way each donut was wrapped in plastic and placed so intentionally in its packaging - a sleek gold-colored box with a sticker bearing her logo (a 'C' for Chana that doubles as a donut with purple frosting on it and sprinkles). My boyfriend and I did a "tasting" together trying small ¼ pieces of each flavor. The 'Cotton Candy' (pink frosting with swirls of blue) had a subtle cotton candy flavor but was very sweet, the 'Strawberry Crumb' (bright red) was tart, delicious and one of my favorites. The 'Rainbow Italian Cookie' (covered in tiny green, red & white sprinkles) tasted just like the real cookie; so enjoyable with a pronounced almond flavor. The 'American Deamsicle' (covered in blue, red & white round sprinkles) tasted like orange and was pretty good. My absolute favorite was the 'Chocolate Banana' (a striking yellow with brown swirls), which had a more tolerable sweetness than the others. Overall, I enjoyed the donuts: the taste, the uniqueness and the colors. My only feedback is that I would like the donuts less sweet, so it is easier to eat a whole donut. I would rate Chana's Donuts 3.8 out of 5 stars, and I would definitely order again to try new flavors, or to get the 'Chocolate Banana' or 'Strawberry Crumb' flavors again :)

There's a lot going on amidst the reviews of Dortoni, but I want my own write up to really focus on…read morethe here and now and the bakery aspect of this place (which by the way, is quite good). My wife and I have been here a few times and found Dortoni to be delightfully delicious. Well, for the most part. On our first trip we tried a whole bunch of different baked goods (pastries, cookies, crumbs, cakes, etc.), though one thing we were excited about was their take on the Dubai chocolate sensation via the form of a cake. Unfortunately, it kind of missed the mark, but if you take that snafu aside, everything else at Dortoni is fantastic. For instance, my wife's new favorite dessert is their cheesecake waffle cone (which is exactly what it sounds like). For me, I loved the key lime bomb which was out of this world. There's just a great selection of stuff here that makes you curious as to what they'll have each time you enter. Beyond the baked goods, I will say the staff has been super friendly. Both visits they were helpful, gave suggestions, and (though it was close to closing) offered us some rolls free of charge. It doesn't take a lot to make you feel welcome and they do more than that which is nice to see. Perhaps you won't see what is nothing more than a few tables inside this small spot that you can sit at, but I wouldn't say this is a horrible turnoff. Yeah, maybe Dortoni isn't your bakery/cafe that's going to be a place you stay and enjoy your goods, but it's definitely worth some items to-go. Overall, Dortoni in Port Jeff earns a visit. There are other locations (perhaps even one closer to me) that I might have to check out, but even if I do, I'll at least know that the quality and service in PJ is top notch. I'd gladly return here in the future (and I probably will knowing my wife's new obsession) and you should too!

Super cute spot but not really a sit and drink coffee kind of place. It's more of a takeout or…read moreperhaps specialty cake establishment. Cappuccino not the best. The foam was very thin and watery.

I've realized I'm not a fan of crepe cakes yet I still think this business is…read more The packaging alone is the most perfect flex I've ever seen. The little cake single serve boxes, the ube cheesecake dome, the milk tea cut and lid.... All friggen next level and very appreciated. I'm definitely ordering my customized milk tea again... maybe I'll see about another desert too. I hope they do well because while I'm not a baker or into half these desserts, I can tell they are passionate about this project.

Words cannot describe how much I love this adorable place. I've tried their boba, it's great. Ive…read moretried several of their pastries, all delicious. ( the egg tart is unmatched please try it) Here's what really set this place apart. After trying them a few times and having consistent quality & seeing what amazing/ unique creations they have, I asked if they would be able to do a custom cake. I showed them a picture of what I wanted & that I needed it kinda short notice. Price wise was very fair. They absolutely nailed it.

I was sent a tray of the most delicious cookies I have ever received and eaten…read more I am a baker and so was my mother. I would buy and eat these cookies everyday.

My parents have used Flories a few times and I have heard many good thing about them! Ordered a…read moretray of cookies for a friend who recently had surgery and he LOVED them! 10 out of 10! Delivered quickly and even added a cute "get well cookie" on top!

Who knew?! As an avid follower of their Instagram account @thecookieshopli, I stumbled upon the…read morefact that they actually have a storefront tucked away in a strip mall not too far from me. It was their IG post inviting followers to come down and grab a free slice of their vintage meringue cake that made me come to their storefront realization. That aside, this cute little cookie shop specializing in macarons, cookies, tarts and cakes. Upon entering, it's got a very warm, welcoming vibe. The friendly owner was there creating a beautiful masterpiece and happy to chat answering my questions about their menu. Everything looked so beautiful. I was given my free slice of vintage meringue cake and I purchased two macarons. I got creme brûlée and white chocolate raspberry. They were both yummy. I'll be honest in that little treats are a bit pricey for my everyday budget, but I can see splurging for special occasions. I would also consider ordering a cake for a special occasion. Their presentation is on point.

Came here to grab some cookies for the family. I got 3 large stuff cookies for $11. All of them…read moretasted good but our favorite was the lemon with berry jam. None of the cookies were overly sweet and i liked the fillings in the middle. Will definitely be coming back to get more.

amazing gluten free cakes!! so careful about cross contamination. ive also had delicious cookies…read moreand a chocolate and raspberry cake. this place is delicious

We went in to purchase a variety of donuts for our guests this evening. We were very disappointed…read moreand embarrassed when we served them. The Cheese Claw shredded as we cut into it, and as you can see from the picture, was basically empty. The Boston Cream had the consistency of bread. All the donuts that were filled only had filling one side of the donut and were dry. They weren't tender or fresh. I'm questioning how long these donuts have been sitting on the shelf. The only thing that was fresh and delicious was the Rye with seeds. Great crust and soft, fresh bread. This used to be a great bakery but over the years the quality and consistency has really gone down.