Grimaldi's Bakery

Stopped by to grab a couple cakes for a party. Got parking easily a couple blocks away on one of…read morethe residential streets. We came by the day before Mother's Day, so they had pre decorated Mother's Day cakes. You can also place an order. Service is quick and friendly. We initially planned on getting a Strawberry Shortcake, as that seemed to be the cake to get. However, we opted for the Cheesecake, because we were able to add fresh strawberries (and whipped cream) on top! I'm not a fan of whipped cream, so I avoided that, but everyone seemed to enjoy. It had a good creamy texture and was not too sweet. The strawberries were indeed fresh. The pound cake was soft and airy. The vanilla flavor comes through. I will have to try the Marbled version next time! Note: Cash Only! A regular customer ordered the tiramisu cake; said it was the best cake ever, so will have to try that next time!

A friend told me about Du Bois' black forest cake many years ago and it was good. I got reminded…read moreabout this bakery recently so dropped by one day, got a pecan pastry and inquired about cakes. They have no website/price list but the gentleman there gave me his card and said he can give info upon inquiry (though seeing a list of cake flavors, fillings, prices would be easier for me when ordering). He did say 7" cakes are $21. By the following week, I needed a cake and ordered by phone a Strawberry shortcake - 8" $38, good for up to 14 people...great price. The next size at 10" is $70+. The icing was not too sweet, and the cake/decor reminded me of 90s cakes, which we didn't mind. We liked that the cake was soaked in the strawberry flavor plus the fresh strawberries in the filling (we compared to a couple of other bakery's SS cake - where the strawberry can be tasted in the filling but not really in the cake by itself. The other cakes were more fine in texture though).

Strawberry shortcake

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Assorted Cookies

Rainbow Bakery

3.7(67 reviews)

I love the vibe the food and the vibesssss and my fav green tea lemon honey on ice . The mochi…read moredoughnuts my son loves . M husband always get him a ginger lemon tea and bunch of pastries and sandwiches. I love them all since I have lived here for 4 years. Oh the birthday cakes wooooooo!!! We had a Car themed cake for our son Perfect. Get service all the way around.

This is a typical Cantonese bakery that has a handful of locations in Queens. I've also been to…read moretheir Jackson Heights location, which is smaller. They have all usual items - bubble tea, sponge cakes, steamed buns, egg tarts, premade sandwiches, and more. I've had a few items from here and they were all fresh at reasonable prices. I prefer the larger Fay Da bakery chain, which has a much larger overall selection of baked goods. However, I will admit that Rainbow excels at offering non-bakery items. You can get congee, rice noodle rolls, and even a bunch of dim sum items (dumplings, beef balls, siu mai, etc.). You can easily pickup a lunch or dinner from here.

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Kape't Torta

4.3(127 reviews)

What an AweSoMe little Filipino bakery! The Ube Cake is da BOMBA! The Mango Cake is pretty amazing…read morealso. Their cakes have a funny consistency that is unique and totally works. The 2 layer cake has a dense cake on the bottom and a light, fluffy & spongy upper layer. The light whipped cream matches each flavor and pulls it all together into a delicious dessert! You can order a full size cake or by the slice and also pick up a bunch of other tasty pastries. We ordered an ube cake for my grandniece's, niece's & sister's birthday and it was ready for pick up when we arrived except for the "Happy Birthday" which they quickly put on in icing. Location on Queens Blvd is pretty convenient with metered parking in front and free on Sundays.

Vibe/ambiance: small local mom and pop bakery Service:…read morestandard Items ordered: - halo halo: 6/10, too sweet - ube pandesal: 6/10, kinda dry - torta: 6.5/10

Pandesal

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$3.50 Ube Leche Flan

Rainbow Cakes & Donuts

4.5(22 reviews)

2.5 mi•Elmhurst

I been coming here for 3 years. I love the sandwiches and coffee. Most try the green tea on ice…read morewith honey and lemon .

A new Rainbow bakery in this area. I had to go check it out. They have their traditional buns…read moreplus they offer new types of buns from what I could see. There were a lot of people in there. Unfortunately, I got there later in the day and there were slim pickings. This place is very clean and they do offer seating if you want to eat there. I was able to get a couple of buns some sort of mochi bun and a cream bun. I will definitely go back when I am in the area hopefully I can get here earlier.

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Tous Les Jours

3.7(29 reviews)

This is one of the new locations in Elmhurst just right by the Grand Avenue New train station. I…read morewas appalled and excited about this location since I'm a regular with the matcha and whole milk loaf bread. They are really soft and fresh every time I purchase them. What really caught my eye was the ham, American cheese on a croissant bread that they carry. There was a hint of spice that got my attention. Didn't know it was spicy until I bit into it. Really tasty and loved how the cheese melted in my mouth with the ham. Going to get more of these! There are many chairs and tables in this location and bright lights so it's a good place to catch up for coffee and pastries! Bathrooms are available here. Very quiet ambience.

Cashiers cant manage line. Everyone just comes up the cashier area. Cashiers are not friendly. It…read moreis also hot in the store. There are flies.

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Eaton Cafe

4.5(27 reviews)

I recommend to come here super good quality food and amazing service. The atmosphere is amazing and…read moregreat . First time coming here and super friendly and good food:))

The Eaton Cafe looks like a ramen spot, and they do have a big selection of ramen and Japanese…read moredishes, as well as some Thai and other fare. But turn the menu over, and you'll find that they're probably the best Indonesian restaurant in Queens right now. The food is excellent and fresh, the service is friendly, and the place is clean and relaxing--a trifecta that is not easy to find. On our last visit, we tried the Smashed/Penyetan tofu and tempeh, which were perfectly prepared and seasoned. You know a chef knows what they're doing when the deep-fried dishes aren't at all greasy or oily. We also had the Indonesian/Malay classic Char Kwe Tiau, a rice-noodle dish, and their Hainan Chicken. We've also enjoyed their Seafood Gravy Noodle, which is much better than what you can find at Tastes Good; the Batagor--fried tofu and fish dumplings served with peanut sauce; and their excellent Gado Gado salad. Their chili sauces and kecap manis appear homemade and are top-notch. This place is a gem!

Fried tomorrow

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Junction Cake Box

4.3(98 reviews)

2.8 mi•Elmhurst

Locally owned & operated

Certified professionals

Omg! Junction Cake Box is such a hidden gem! I can't believe I haven't reviewed them yet. Here it…read moreis: My kids and I love their fried rice boxes and vermicelli boxes. It's made fresh every day except Tuesday and an affordable lunch for $3. Best kept secret for anyone on a budget Our favorite cake to get here for birthdays or any kind of celebration is the cake with fresh fruit on top and pudding filling. My whole family including my mother-in-law love the pudding filling! It's Yummylicious! For these reasons and more, Junction Cake Box definitely deserves my Yummylicious Stamp of Approval and two thumbs up from me!

So welcoming and accommodating. Ordered the day before and it came out so pretty…read more Definitely coming back again

Baby cake

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Snakes cake

Glendale Bake Shop

3.8(63 reviews)

1.3 mi•Maspeth

One of the best cannolis I've had outside of Italy. Try the chocolate one with a cup of freshly…read moresqueezed orange juice. It takes you right back to a coffee shop in Italy and instantly refreshes your day. I also highly recommend the pretzel buns. They're perfectly chewy and soft. If you get bagels or the cheese Danish, I'd suggest warming them up a bit at home, about 30 seconds. It really brings their soul back with a little extra warmth. The people are very nice and friendly, and there are seating tables available too. Will definitely come back!

I cannot recall the last time I went to a bakery, purchased 5 items and spent under $30!?!! This…read morelovely neighborhood bakery has so many options. They have cookies, cakes, pastries, rolls, bread, coffee, and entire cakes available for you to walk out with on the spot. Their pretzel rolls are very popular so you have to get there early for those. Every time I've come here, even before their brief closing I was always met with a warm welcome. Very clean, I've never had a bad item as I've heard has happened at other places. Definitely worth taking exit 19 (69th St) off the L.I.E. to come try their great selection.

Exterior

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Egg and tomatoes on a pretzel bun

88 Bakery & Cafe

3.0(52 reviews)

2.6 mi•Elmhurst

One family member likes to visit 88 Bakery & Cafe practically everyday or every other day. After…read moreday of shopping or walking around the neighborhood, we make a pit stop here to cool our jets and refuel. What is good about 88 Bakery & Cafe is that there is an area where you can sit and enjoy a cup of coffee (I like their coffee) and I get the bun with corn with bits of ham swimming in mayo (white cream). It's cool to sit and watch customers come into the store like the neighborhood traffic guard taking a break after walking in the brutal heat to check his phone. The lady who makes a stop after a day of shopping and sits in a table full of strangers and have a conversation before she boards a bus back home. This is a neighborhood bakery and conveniently located not too far from subway station right next to Walgreens. Come early cause lots of items are sold out. It's self serve with may of the items on the shelves.

This Asian bakery is right in my neighborhood. The ladies behind the counter are strictly…read morebusiness-as-usual although, because I go as often as I do, they have been cracking open some smiles. It is cadh only and seats and counter spaces are available for dining-in. Everything is pretty affordable although, selections may be limited as the day goes on. I like their cold iced teas too.

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Palermo Bakery

3.5(15 reviews)

1.5 mi•Maspeth

Those mini cream puffs are probably the best thing at the bakery. My family and i love the cherry…read morebutter cookies but they aren't the best here in my opinion. And it's a little more pricier then we're we go to. We generally pay 10 a lb and here it's 11 a lb. The bread is good and i would definitely recommend that!

I am so lucky to have this local bakery just up the block from me!…read moreThis place is definitely a hidden gem of a bakery. In the past 70+ years, this section of Maspeth was heavily populated by Italians and Irish immigrants and some of the best Italian bakeries are along Grand Ave. I love their breads, especially when I want a good loaf of sour dough bread. For $2.95 I get a freshly baked large 14-inch load sliced thin. Yummy! There pastry is very good also.

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John G.

4 years ago

I stopped in yesterday to pick up deserts for palm Sunday, on the counter i saw massive St.Joseph pastries i got 2 cannoli and 2 custard both my family and i cant stop talking about how great they were. They were filled to perfection.. "i hate when pastries are massive with no cream inside" and tasted GREAT. Keep doing what you do best cause everything you make tastes great. read more

Jazmin 9.

4 years ago

It's a good bakery! The girls are behind the counter are kind and are willing to explain if I'm ever confused. I can talk to them and since I am kind of an introvert, it surprised me how easy going they all are. The bread is made fresh everyday and you can tell. The pastry's taste as good as they look! read more

joan m.

13 years ago

I've tried just about every bread there is-one is better than the next-you cannot go wrong with any of them. I haven't yet tried any of the cakes, etc.-at the moment, I just go for the bread. read more

Lisa T.

15 years ago

I love the apple turnovers with icing or with sugar on the outside. The bread is also soo delicious. I would not buy Italian bread or apple turnovers anywhere else. read more

Hector G.

13 years ago

Come here for a coffee, left with a bunch of pastry. Great pople and great service. The coffe was good but notbthe greatest .

Mirla M.

12 years ago

Love this bakery. Freshest bread I have ever had. The scones are delicious and the cookies are to die for.

Paul E.

13 years ago

They have a donut with cannoli filling. That thing is amazing.

Diana F.

475

15 years ago

I love their cupcakes! Yummy Yummy

Yevgeniya I.

13 years ago

The bagels from here... I can't...

Leo M.

12 years ago

awesome place. fresh products

Natalia R.

129

106

15 years ago

The bread is so fresh.

Ju J.

14 years ago

Cheese cake to die for

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