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.

My husband and I arrived just before noon on a Monday. There was only one customer in the shop and…read morewe wanted a sandwich, while we were looking at the sandwich menu board, the young lady wokring the counter said she was leaving at 1 and would not be making any sandwiches today and that she was the only one working so she couldnt do both. Again, there was nobody in the shop at this time. We were disappointed with this lack of service or desire to even work. Sad, since we traveled all morning and were looking forward to the sandwich!

Story of my life this weekend but ran in right before closing. The night before during a dinner…read moreparty we had some of their bread and it was so good. Was wanting a loaf as I checked and saw they would be closed Monday and Tuesday. Staff were so friendly and kind and throw in a free halfmoon. Bread is responsibly priced, baked fresh and so good.

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.

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.

Another day, another microwaved egg…read more The E isn't the only thing missing from this place. Not all hope is lost though, they break out the plug-in griddle on weekends. 120 volts to egg freedom- that's when they will actually fry an egg. Today they fried my nerves, and to make the sandwich even less egg-cellent they put TWO TINY LINKS for the sausage on a sausage egg and cheese. Not appetizing. The owners response- " Been doin it that way 20 years" Great customer service, Pal. That doesn't mean you've done it RIGHT for 20 years. The workers were sweethearts, I don't blame It on them whatsoever.

Fantastic coffee. Very surprising house coffee. This food truck was very underrated but coffee was…read moregreat.

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

For those who grow up in Utica, I am sure you have heard of Manny Cheesecakes and probably had one…read morefor a birthday, special occasion, wedding or a Sunday dinner. Manny's is a Utica staple. Unfortunately, a number of years ago Manny's closed due to a fire. Our family was so sad to see it close as it had been a big part of our family celebrations. I was so happy to see several years ago that Manny's was reborn. No physical bakery but they take orders and make them out of their home. Over the years I have ordered several cheesecakes and they have not disappointed. We had neighbors over and we took a walk down memory lane and Manny's came up and knew I had to surprise the group with a cheesecake. Trust me it did not disappoint. Pictures do not do this cake justice. Amazing Rich dense cheesecake. Cheesecakes are all preorder and take out only.