More than ten years ago I said:…read more Hopefully, I'll get another chance to come here and try more of their offerings. I can see a fifth star in their future. Well, I returned to Utica and came back to Florentine Pastry Shop as promised. But you know what? All I had eyes for were their Pasticciotti. So I ordered two "pusties". One vanilla and one chocolate. They are magnificent. Simple and humble to be sure. But crisp and tender pastry stuffed with plenty of creamy, custardy, true-to-flavor filling. I can't stop thinking about them. And there is absolutely no reason to deprive a bakery of a full five stars based solely on their specialty item and noting else. The pusties are so good, I'm going to ignore the fact that I saw a full sheet of pre-filled cannoli in the case. Florentine Pastry Shop is a regional gem and a historical treasure. It's well worth the detour from the highway should you find yourself driving past Utica.

Awesome traditional Italian baked goods. Love everything they make. A great and trusted part of…read morethis area for many years.

WOW! We had a birthday party for my son and I got an orange cake with the less sweet frosting and…read moreit was good to the point where people were asking to take a piece home with them. There was orange zest in the cake and it was absolutely perfect. They did a beautiful design and I was super happy. The pricing was good and I cannot recommend enough. Give them notice for a custom cake. Awesome service, good price, and incredible cake!!!

Under the radar local cash only bakery that makes the freshest pastries you can imagine…read more Hypes : - cakes and cupcakes - soft , solid flavor, soft , and a great buttercream - danishes - the raspberry and cherry and popular and sell out by 10am, the nut ones are also delicious - almond or walnut - Their black and white cookie is probably the best in the area -soft with a delicious frosting on top - They're glazed donut is also one of my favorites in the area - Their snowflake rolls are extremely popular for dinners and Thanksgiving - they have great seasonal pies and goodies! Gripes: - i wish the interior was a little nicer so you can sit nicely and enjoy your coffee and pastry there - if they accepted cards it would save me a lot of trips to the atm!

Came here with a small group on Labor Day, right after Kevin Bacon had visited so it was quite…read morebusy. We were able to find a nice table inside right away as there is plenty of seating. There was some nice tables outside too but it was a bit cold. The staff was seriously killing it for how busy it was and doing it with a smile. I started with a absolutely delicious iced apple butter latte. For my meal I was looking for a combo of sweet and savory not realizing how generously large the portions were for the price (which is amazing). Needless to say I took quite a bit home. I had the breakfast pizza with added vegetables and the "Made in Utica Crepe" which came with a whole freaking cannoli on top.... it was one of the favorite breakfasts I have ever had anywhere. My friends thoroughly enjoyed their meals and different coffees at well. If you are not looking to dine in you can order simple pastries from the vast case or coffees to go. I took home some cream puffs for my family which were delicious and large. Cant wait to come back here again and again when I am in town!

Initially discovered Knead to Eat Bakery & Cafe, located at 53 Franklin St in Utica, while ordering…read moreon DoorDash, and later visited in person because of the great food. The café is located right next to Nancy Ford Photography. It can be a bit difficult to spot due to limited visibility, but parking itself is not an issue. There are shared slanted parking spots in front with neighboring businesses, as well as additional parking available behind the restaurant, which is convenient once you know it is there. The interior is hip, bright, and welcoming. Seating is somewhat limited, but despite that, we were always able to find a place to sit without having to wait. The space feels modern and casual, suitable for a relaxed breakfast or brunch. The food was good overall and service was fast. We ordered the Pancake Board, Spin Art, and a veggie omelette. The Spin Art was my favorite. It was soft, flavorful, and melted in the mouth. The Pancake Board was extremely well executed and fun to share, and the veggie omelette was solid. Coffee, however, was not their strongest item. One nice touch is that water is free and self-serve, which is always appreciated. It can get crowded inside on Saturdays, and since there is no outdoor seating, the moderate ambient noise from other customers makes it less ideal for long conversations or quiet chats. Doug, the owner, was friendly and genuinely eager to help when I had an issue using my $5 off "cupcake points." Although he was not able to resolve it immediately, he did eventually figure it out, so I will be using the coupon on my next visit. Overall, this is a solid local spot with good food, efficient service, and a welcoming vibe. Recommended, especially if you plan ahead for peak weekend hours. Keep up the good work, Knead to Eat Bakery & Cafe.

Can't say enough good things about this diner! My mom and I enjoyed a delicious dinner there last…read moreweek. Her chicken and biscuits were the best and my Reuben was equally amazing. Our waiter was very nice and super attentive and friendly. We were full but took pie slices home for later. Delicious! I'm sorry I live 2.5 hours away otherwise this would be my favorite spot.

I had the groceries about two days ago and I can't stop thinking about the lil diner I will be back…read morefor sure the best breakfast spot i found since i came up to Utica

Such a cute shop and very inviting. Would be a great place to go for a cup of coffee and a good…read morebook. Ran in to check it out as I had heard alot of great things about this bake/coffee shop. Was hoping to grab a dessert and scope it out for Easter Desserts. I had been by before but missed them as they were closed. I was disappointed in the dessert selection but they seemed to be doing alot of breakfast sandwiches and coffee which looked delicious though I had already had breakfast. I did order a brownie to go which was good but was nothing special. Pricing for what you get is a bit steep as my brownie was almost six dollars. They also had a selection of candy and handcrafted items which added to the charm. I will probably give them sometime to settle in before going back. Parking can be tricky here but they do have street parking available

We ordered garlic bread for a family gathering and it was awesome! Hot and ready for us to pick…read moreup! The owner waited on us and we definitely will be going back to try their pizza and other items!

I got a cookie. It was OK but nothing to write home about. Also, the guy at the counter wasn't the…read morefriendliest of souls. That said, the folks in this town couldn't be nicer.

Come here, on the upper level I felt like I was at the UN in Geneva with the tall windows and…read moremarble, overlooking the Stanley Theatre. Coffee good. They delivered it to our table and then brought fresh small glasses of water, no ice. Perfect. The chairs are also works of art, they swivel in a subtle way. Simple but effective.

My family and I stopped here for coffee on our way back from visiting colleges. The shop is located…read morein an old bank, which gives it a really unique look and feel. I ordered a cappuccino, which was just okay, my wife had an iced coffee and thought it was okay as well, and my kids ordered hot chocolate, which they described as "mid." I had pretty high expectations, but the drinks were underwhelming, so despite the memorable setting, this felt more like a novelty stop than a coffee shop I'd go out of my way to revisit.

My gram used to bring meat and spinach pies and taboulleh to our house when we were kids and they…read morestill taste the same today. The cheese? Perfecto. When I was in college, I used to stop back in and now as an adult, my fam still goes there and food hasn't changed in quality. My own kids now look forward to their meat pies when they visit fam!

I love the food. I love the owners…read more My life would be noticeably emptier without this place in the community.