Donna's Cakes

Just had a lovely interaction there and tried three items, hermit, raspberry, torte, cookie and…read moremacadamia chip or something, all fabulous. I was shocked by how amazing the cupcakes look, and I also learned they make vegan donuts as well. This is certainly quite a spot, and I will come back for lots more goodies soon!

Tried Sugar for the first time recently. It's a cute neighborhood bakery on Centre St in West…read moreRoxbury. When you walk in, everything looks delicious and freshly made. The staff were very friendly and helpful, offering us to try a bramble for our first visit. It was so good we bought several more to take home! The bramble was well made, a slightly chewy texture and high quality raspberry jam. We also got almond cookies which were packed with almond slices that were lightly toasted. Would recommend for a snack or they offer various cakes and other sweets for catering or celebration.

Premade birthday cake- funfetti. They made the plaque while I was waiting

Cupcakes- Oreo, vanilla, chocolate

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Mouse cake

La Luce Pastry Shop

4.4(122 reviews)

2.0 mi

Great service, came in and honestly picked almost one of everything. The girl behind the counter…read morewas sweet and patient. The place is smaller, fewer seating, but clean. Prices were comparable to local shops as well. The pastries were amazing, I think their cheesecake is the best I have had in so long, imagine years. Sadly the mini cream puffs did not go well with our group. The puff was so hard. Other than that we enjoyed everything else. We ordered mini cream puffs, small cannolis, plain cheesecake, Boston cream cupcake, lemon cupcake, raspberry cupcake, cream filled apple turnover, everything bars, brownie, zeppole, raspberry muffin, apple turnover, and biscotti. Overall great experience!

This will feed an army and it was delicious !! Would definitely recommend and order again!!…read more The cupcakes were delicious too

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Cheryl Ann's

4.2(94 reviews)

2.0 mi

Cheryl Ann's is, by far, the best Kosher bakery in Metropolitan Boston. No other Kosher bakery in…read morethe Boston area comes close to Cheryl Ann's. Cheryl Ann's continues to take great pride in their products, and it shows. Their challah, hamantaschen, and a large variety of other baked items remain high quality and exude superior taste and flavor. We brought a variety of baked, desert-like items to a friend in the hospital, who eats a Kosher diet, and he was thrilled. Funny story, a Registered Nurse at the Brigham saw the bakery items that we braught our friend, in non-descript, white bags, and she said, "Cheryl Ann's?" On the day of our visit, Cheryl Ann's was baking 1000, yes 1000, challah, in one day, for a large wholesale order, for the upcoming holiday's.

Fresh, fresh, fresh! We were in there in the middle of a Saturday afternoon, and they were still…read morepulling freshly baked treats out of the ovens in the back, even though the morning rush was over. They have a variety of sizes, shapes, and styles of challah breads: the classic loaf, but also some lightly studded with dried fruit with a light sugar crust, some done as onion rolls, and all are fragrant with a fresh yeasty scent. The pastries are also amazing: Danish, turnovers, rugelach, cookies & pies, all sold by friendly helpful staff.

1.9 mi•Roslindale Village, Roslindale

Chocolate Rugelach

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Cinnamon Raisin Bubkie - one of my absolute favorite foods!!

Fornax Bread Company

3.9(206 reviews)

Got a toogoodtogo bag from here at 8 pm on a weekday. It was great value for money. A large…read moresourdough boule, a small baguette, a biscuit, and a pastry. Everything was tasty. The bread was slightly dry but I suppose that's to be expected with a toogoodtogo bag. I wish they would slice the large boule because that was hard to do at home! Maybe I'll ask in-store next time. The staff was friendly and explained the process and what's in the bag to me before purchase. Overall, a fun experience.

I was looking for a nearby lunch spot that could deliver relatively quick and came across Fornax…read moreBread Company. I ordered their chipotle chicken sandwich and it was pretty good! You can choose the bread you want, and customize how you like it. The sauce on the sandwich was good, and the chicken was seasoned well. Overall it was a solid sandwich that did the job.

Cupcakes

Chicken Caesar Wrap

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Mini carrot cake cupcake

Sweet Dream

4.9(14 reviews)

3.9 mi

The service here is super welcoming , and warm ! My pastry the crème Brulle was absolutely amazing!…read more The name " Sweet Dream " suites this place , yummy ! They have a variety of pastries as well ; it's reflected in the photo below . This is strictly a bakery you pick stuff up they have no seating . The ambience is friendly and warm . The pastries start at $7.50. It's worth it to treat yourself because of the quality ingredients and freshness . You can taste in every bite ! I definitely will come back here !

A cute little chocolate shop in Newton Centre! I came here on the weekend afternoon to try out some…read moreof their chocolates. There was one guy working who was super helpful in answering our questions. After looking at the selection of chocolates we decided on getting mini truffles. They can come in as a box of 1, 2, 4, 8, or 12. There were a few flavors we picked that were sold out, but ended up getting sea salt caramel, strawberry, strawberry cheesecake, sweet dreams, Dubai, peanut butter, red velvet, and white chocolate. The sea salt caramel is a fan favorite and definitely one of the favorites I tried as well. The mini truffles are priced at $2.50/piece so a box of 8 will set you back at $20. I wasn't a big of the white chocolate or Dubai, but these are definitely great chocolates to treat yourself or to give as a gift. I'd definitely recommend trying them out and hope to come back to try out all the other flavors.

Inside display

Cappuccino truffle

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Lakon Paris Patisserie

3.9(156 reviews)

3.8 mi

Fabulous!!!!!!! Don't miss these great croissants! Couple of outside tables to sit. Not far off…read moreroute 9

The guy with his hair sprawling, not even pulled back had a major attitude. Seriously if you don't…read morelike people, why be in a service role. And the pastry was hard as a rock. Never again!

Pain au Chocolat, aka Chocolate Croissant

Lemon Tart

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Any resemblance between ALF and this Rose Croissant are pure coincidence.

Tous Les Jours

3.8(57 reviews)

4.0 mi

Great spot for a coffee break and a little sweet bite. Our children love their pastries. Its…read morefresh and not too sweet! A great balance.

This place is absolutely phenomenal. I ordered a Matcha latte with almond milk no extra sweetener…read more It was perfectly sweet. All the pastries were really fresh and soft. Service was great ! Ambience was perfect for studying or applying to jobs if you just need to get away for a bit.

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Bay Sweets Market

4.5(43 reviews)

0.0 mi•West Roxbury

"Can I have a sandwich?" "Sure, what would you like?"…read more"Well, I don't know what I want." "You can tell me a number." "I don't know because I want a bit of everything. I'm really very hungry." The man behind the counter is "Steve," or "just Steve" as he told me. He chuckled at my frankness for needing falafel, hummous, and salad with dressing in a blissful wrap. Before my senses registered even the taste, texture, and aromas, I knew in a microsecond that this was absolutely the best sandwich on earth. This is what the gods eat, and this would become my "fix". I had found it. Finally. So many flavorful spices in the rich and creamy falafel. The tangy dressing had a kick, while the crunchy pickled veggies put a giant grin on my face. And man oh man, the bread was scrumptiously chewy and soft. I noticed every single customer was grabbing packets and packets of pita bread, which came in over 10 varieties of textures and sizes. I seemed to be witnessing preparation for a long hold up in a celler in the wake of a natural disaster. I asked Steve how come, and he responded matter of fact, "Because we're the best." I think I may need to revise my answer to Yelp's Last Meal on Earth.

This place is full of fresh baked goods and delicious made to order sandwiches. The girl behind…read morethe counter is always very friendly and helpful.

Bakery menu

Some pastries

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Nuf said

Uri's Bakery

1.0(1 review)

0.7 mi•West Roxbury

Uncomfortable eating food from Uri's after connecting a for sale/"barter" ad on craigslist looking…read moreto exchange a massage for a "facial" with this business. Turns my stomach.

Custom gift basket - hamentaschen & rugalasch

Star of Davd Cake

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CINNAMON APPLE RAISIN STRUDEL

Not Just Cake

5.0(8 reviews)

3.0 mi

With zero hyperbole, this is the best cake I have ever had in my entire life! We ordered vanilla…read morecake (soaked in rose water and cardamom) with pistachio mascarpone and passion fruit curd for our wedding anniversary. It was infinitely better than our actual wedding cake. It was so good I'm already planning our next cake order. Low sugar. Max taste. Stayed delicious for days. Great for major celebrations or Tuesday morning breakfast. I cannot say enough good things about the cake quality and the lovely woman who runs this company. I will never order cake from anywhere else!

Truly Magical! Worth Every Penny! As a first-time customer…read moreof Not Just Cake, I initially questioned whether the endless stream of flawless 5-star reviews could truly be justified. I had never tasted one of Simren's cakes before, nor did I know anyone personally who had ordered from her, so the decision felt like serious leap of faith. The price point also gave me pause, especially since it is easily twice that of established local bakeries like Konditor Meister, Yum Bunnies, Donnas, Flour, or Icing on the Cake, etc. However, after speaking with Simren, it became immediately evident that her work exists on an entirely different level. Her passion, artistry, and meticulous attention to detail are truly extraordinary. I ordered a Harry Potter themed cake for my child's 8th birthday, and I was absolutely astonished. The cake was nothing short of a masterpiece. The golden snitch, Harry's glasses, the sorting hat, and an unbelievable edible fondant book with the number 8 on top looked cinematic in their precision. The photographs do not even begin to capture how breathtaking it was in person. And then there was the taste. We chose vanilla cake, triple berry mascarpone, raspberry preserve infused with saffron, cardamon, and rose... it was unquestionably the finest cake we have ever tasted. Made with the cleanest, freshest, highest-quality ingredients and just the right touch of sweetness, it felt both indulgent and perfectly balanced. Every guest devoured it and wanted to know where it came from. After 40 years of trying bakeries throughout Massachusetts, I can say with complete confidence that this is in a league of its own. Simren is not simply a baker. She is a true artist. Not Just Cake transformed our celebration into something unforgettable. It is an absolute must-buy!

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Children's celebration cake

Graduate cupcakes

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Jenny C.

8 years ago

Wonderful experience! Nailed our cake ! And the staff was so friendly and helpful! Cake was so yummy! I would highly recommend!

Tom B.

18 years ago

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Delectable Desires Pastries

4.4

(21 reviews)

Carlene made us a beautiful and delicious cake that was exactly what we wanted. We went for our…read moretasting and came home with 6 delicious cupcakes which was by far the best part of the entire wedding planning. Our 2-tier cake was very simple (vanilla buttercream with chocolate cake, no decorations) I have found the simpler the cake the harder it is to execute perfectly, and Carlene's work was perfect! The cake might have tasted even better bc I was so happy to support a local woman-owned business.

Delectable Desires is an absolute gem of a local bakery! The baked goods are fantastic, but what…read moretruly makes this place special is the owner, Carlene. She is charming, delightful to talk to, and incredibly helpful and informative when it comes to planning special orders in advance. I have ordered a variety of pies from her - the bourbon pecan and strawberry rhubarb are my personal favorites. My family, who are very critical eaters, loves her pies so much that they ask me to pick up her pies for special occasions. Most recently, I tried the blueberry muffins, and they were perfection: soft and fluffy on the inside with a wonderful sugary crunch on the outside. It is such a joy to have a high-quality bakery like this in the neighborhood. I'm already looking forward to ordering a cake next, as she has so many enticing flavors available. It's wonderful to find a place where the talent in the kitchen is matched by the kindness behind the counter. We're lucky to have her in the neighborhood.

The Icing On The Cake

4.5

(162 reviews)

Whenevever one of my friends asks for wedding vendor recommendations, I always tell them to go with…read moreThe Icing On The Cake for their wedding cake! Why? A few reasons: 1) Tasting! About 6 months before your wedding, book a cake tasting to come in and try a variety of flavors, look through their designs, and customize your perfect wedding cake. 2) Flavors! Everything is super tasty and moist - no bland, dry wedding cake here. For our wedding cake, we chose a different flavor for each tier: chocolate raspberry, coconut, chocolate hazelnut, and golden raspberry. 3) Designs! They have a great variety to choose from - from traditional to modern. For ours, we went with a silver brushstrokes design on the top part of each tier, and our florist (Central Square Florist) designed cascading fresh flowers on the cake at the venue. 4) Value! Pricing for this high quality is super reasonable, and they can deliver to your venue. On top of that, if you bring in a photo of your cake after the big day, they will give you a FREE anniversary cake, any flavor (we picked carrot cake), designed like your wedding cake! This is an incredibly sweet gesture that we greatly appreciated. No need to save that top tier in your freezer - get a fresh cake, and enjoy celebrating your first year of marraige together!

Absolutely spectacular. We ordered a cake for our wedding and it looked exactly as we had imagined…read moreand tasted even better. Paula and the team did a phenomenal job in making sure we were happy with our order. The flavor is amazing, and I know this is where I'll go for any occasion.

Dessert Works

4.4

(195 reviews)

They were our vendors that came with our wedding package and we couldn't have asked for a better…read morecake! it was the talk of the night! everyone who had a piece absolutely loved it! The Boston crème is to die for! When it came to designing our wedding cake Molly and her designers listened to exactly what we wanted. We wanted a simple, elegant and classy cake. And that is exactly what we got!

Delicious and lovely cakes! Good service. It can get crowded. Don't know where the line is for…read morepreorders. Just a number system.

Treat Cupcake Bar

3.7

(163 reviews)

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Cupcakes and cookies are outstanding. We've tried many flavors and one is better than the next. The…read moreallergy-friendly cupcakes, which have no wheat, dairy, eggs, or soy, are also delicious, which I wouldn't have thought possible.

Got treat cupcakes for my birthday and they were super yummy! Very big and great selection of…read moreflavors. The frosting is very light almost like whipped cream. Really enjoyed.

Antoine's Pastry Shop

4.0

(164 reviews)

As always , reasonable prices for pastries I bought a…read morealpine slice and an eclair and excellent as always. Price 9.90 For both .

I drive by Antoines all the time and decided to try it. The whoopie pies intrigued me and I love…read morefrosting and sprinkles so decided to get one. 5.75$ is a bit pricey but it's a big pastry. Moist and delicious. They do buttercream frosting really well here which is hard to find. Great selection of pastries. Donuts, muffins, cannolis, lobster tails, cookies, the list goes on. They have it all here.

The Sleepy Baker

4.8

(65 reviews)

I booked the sleepy baker last minute for a birthday cake and had a great experience. Everyone…read moreloved the cake and thought it was hilarious. Service was quick, price was reasonable, and she even changed the pick up time last minute for me which made my day less stressful. Highly recommend!

Thank you so very much for being such an important part of our wedding day! The cake was just the…read morewinter theme we were looking for, and the tree line and the sweater tiers were particularly lovely. The cakes and gluten-free cupcakes were delicious and all the guests agreed and sends their compliments. We will definitely return to Liz at the Sleepy Baker. - The Merrill's

White Lion Baking Company

3.7

(3 reviews)

Looking for gluten free goodies? Look no further. I love…read morecoming to this bakery before holidays and events to stock up on donuts, pastries, and gluten free goodies. My favorite thing to get here is definitely the chocolate donut (which is award winning). They even have started carrying keto friendly options for those who have dietary restrictions. This is an amazing dedicated gluten free facility and I love every treat I get from here!

Wow!! So hard to find an excellent carrot cake, but White…read moreLion delivered! Moist and loaded with plump raisins, walnuts, and carrots. Lightly sweetened with the right ratio of cake to cream cheese frosting. My husband randomly picked the bakery for my birthday cake (gluten free for my son), and it was a delicious treat, decorated with real gerber daisy's and roses in my favorite yellow. Highly recommend.

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4.7

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Service was great! Great food. Great service. Cant wait to…read morego back next time when in the area!

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Cupcake Therapy

4.4

(44 reviews)

I stopped in the other day to get some vegan cupcakes to bring to a dinner party. They had a large…read moreselection of flavors and the cupcakes all looked beautiful. The cupcakes tasted amazing, too! The cake part wasn't super-moist, so it held its shape and tasted great, but the frosting was the real star. The frosting on the lemon cupcake was intensely lemony, and the chocolate frosting was rich and smooth. I and the other non-vegans at the party couldn't tell that they were vegan, and our host was delighted to know that there is a bakery nearby that caters to her needs. I'll definitely be coming back to try the regular cupcakes soon!

We ordered 4 dozen cupcakes for my grandfather's 80th birthday to be picked up this weekend, and…read morethe experience was far from stellar. We had family coming from all across the country, and had rented a boat, and were planning to pick up the cupcakes and bring them on board so we could celebrate on the ship. We were traveling from out of state and were planning to arrive a bit sooner than expected, so I called the shop and asked to pick them up an hour early. I was told this was not an option, as they would not be ready. Totally fine, I understand that change was last minute. We decided to stick with our original 2:00 pickup time. 15 minutes before the scheduled pickup time, I received a call stating that they were an hour behind. I told the owner that this would be an issue, given that our boat left at 3:00. She offered to do free delivery, which we accepted. I provided the address and reiterated that we were leaving at 3:00, so we would need them before that time. She said she would call me when she arrived. 3:00 came and went, and our boat set sail, with no cupcakes. At 4:15, I received a phone call saying "I'm here with the cupcakes. I hope you guys aren't on the boat that's leaving!" We had left over an hour before... I explained that we were in the middle of the water, and reiterated that I told her numerous times we were leaving at 3, to which she said "she didn't understand that." Not quite sure how I could have been more clear about that, but I digress. She asked what we wanted to do and offered a refund, which we accepted. Disappointed is an understatement. When someone is turning 80 years old, you don't know how many birthdays they have left, and you want to make it special for them. This whole experience definitely put a damper on the day.

Blacker's Bakeshop

4.3

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