I was in the neighborhood and wandered in as I was craving honey and pistachio flavored sweets…read more(like baklava). There are many, many kinds of pastries and sweets here. I wanted to try several, but I ended up getting two different ones and they were superb. There isn't any seating here, so one comes in to buy and leave with one's treasures. I'm definitely coming back next time I'm in the area.

Okay, I absolutely love this place. I went once and tried the pistachio baklava and the Dubai…read morechocolate--both were incredible and 100% worth the price. Rich, flavorful, and totally addictive. This spot quickly shot to the top of my list for Middle Eastern desserts in New York. Can't wait to go back and try more. Highly recommend--hands down the best Arab dessert I've had in the city!

Was a good place to eat everything was fresh. Would definitely recommend if you have a sweet tooth.read more

They didn't cover the chocolate strawberries lid in the bag so chocolate got everywhere and stained…read moremy clothes through the bag. On top if this they tried to double charge me for the order saying that my card transaction didn't go through when I did. And nothing wss communicated about the time the order would take which was about 20 minutes. The mini pancakes also had a weird and unidentifiable crunch piece I bit into. Just poor communication and quality and customer service overall.

One of the top Italian bakeries in NY and an absolute must stop when visiting Arthur Ave. You walk…read morein and you feel like you just stepped back in time to your childhood when more of these Italian American bakeries existed. Bread, cookies, and pastries are all showcased and it smells great. If you go during the afternoon during the week it won't be as crowded as it can get on the weekend. Everything here is terrific. Whenever I'm in the area I'll bring home a pound of assorted Italian cookies, I'll also grab rainbow cookies and cannolis. Their cannolis are terrific, some of the best in NY. Yes, NY, not just NYC. I think what makes their cannoli stand out amongst some of the best is their shell. It's always fresh and crispy. Their filling is a little more vanilla forward compared to other NY institutions version of the cannoli, so keep that in mind when trying one. I'll put it to you this way, if you like Italian pastries, especially cannolis make this place a destination to visit, give them a try and see how it ranks up compared to your favorites. And while you're there, take in the rest of Arthur Ave! Oh, I almost forgot. They have what my husband says are the best savoiardi cookies in the state. They're always fresh, soft, slightly chewy in the middle with a delicately crispy exterior. They're to die for with a hot cup of coffee.

Situated perfectly in the middle of Arthur Avenue, Madonia may not be hidden, but it certainly is a…read moregem. As you enter its doors you're hit with that sweet bakery smell of fresh bread and classic Italian confections. The ambiance is classic and unassuming, letting the treats that fill the glass displays and what I dubbed the 'biscotti wall' take center stage, deservingly so. The service was outstanding, as the staff masterfully took care of the hefty crowd that was there while I was...boxing cookies, explaining biscotti flavors, preparing coffees, and filling cannoli to order. The olive bread was incredible, and is worth the trip alone. They have more biscotti variety than you could imagine, all which look and sound amazing. Great selection of breads, cookies, and other classic Italian sweets. We opted for a few cannoli to accompany our olive bread, and they hit the spot. The shell was outstanding- crispy, held together well, and good flavor. The filling had nice flavor, but was a bit too sweet and the consistency was a tad pudding-ish for my particular preference. Next visit we will definitely be sampling more from the biscotti wall, and bringing home more of that olive bread! Great, can't miss spot!

Yummyyy !!! Awesome place for sweets !!! I need to come back to try more of the menu.read more

This is a nice location. It has enough seating to stay and enjoy special treats. My daughter…read morebrought a Dubai chocolate strawberry cup, it was about the price of most places popping up all over the city and that is more than a pretty penny. That being said it is a very delectable dessert. She loved it. You also can buy plenty of things that also delectable lol. All in all it can become quite pricey depending on what you get. I would buy from here again but maybe on special occasions. Thumbs up for me! Happy Yelping!

Antonios Trattoria in the Arthur Ave section of The Bronx was absolutely wonderful. The staff…read morecouldn't have been more friendly, professional, or accommodating. We chose this spot for a family reunion, and they made us feel genuinely welcomed from the moment we walked in. The food was incredible. I had the Pork Chop Scarparo--perfectly cooked and full of amazing flavor. The pasta was spot‑on too and cooked just right. I had the garlic and oil side dish which was simple but delicious. There are plenty of great places in the area, but Antonios definitely deserves a spot on your list. It made our family gathering feel special, and the meal was unforgettable.

THE FOOD ----------------…read more+ Fried Calamari - Very crispy and as you would expect of any good fried calamari appetizer. Came with a small bowl of marinara. + Baked Clams Oreganata - LOTS of flavor. It was savory with the herb- and garlic-infused breadcrumb mixture and baked perfectly. + Chicken Marsala - 2 pieces of flattened and tender sauteed chicken breast with sliced mushrooms all around. Chicken was drowning in a suppppper delicious marsala wine sauce. Unfortunately, it was not served with any pasta to soak up the sauce. + Fruitti Di Mare - LOTS of delicious seafood - clams, mussels, calamari, shrimp - in marinara sauce. All of the seafood sat on a bed of spaghetti. + Kids' Spaghetti and Meatball - Solid spaghetti and meatball and what you would expect for a kid portion. + Kids' Chicken Parm with Ziti - DELICIOUS parm and sauce. One can argue that this was actually enough of a portion for an adult! + Nutella Pizza - Soooooo gooood. Super warm, thin, savory, a little sweet. Honestly, the best part of our meal. + Menu was traditional Italian and had a lotttttt of delicious foods that we wanted to try, but we only had so much space. THE SERVICE ------------------- + Food came out pretty quickly. - Waiters didn't give us much attention and when we were handed the bill, the waiter just kind of dropped it on the table and walked on, which was strange. THE SURROUNDINGS ------------------------------- + 2 adjacent dining rooms. Main dining room includes a bar and TVs, while the 2nd dining room is more spacious. = Entire bar area was filled with diners and folks watching college football. - Street parking only and can be challenging to find a good spot during weekend dinner hours. RANDOM OBSERVATIONS -------------------------------------- = Walked in with a party of 8 at 5:30 PM on an Autumn Saturday evening and were accommodated with a table immediately. = Was pretty crowded on a Saturday evening and there was a wait for some folks who arrived around 6-7 PM, but no wait before 6 PM.

This is a well known bakery right in the heart of the South Bronx! (BX Stand Up!) I've brought the…read moresame cake from this place years ago. The customer service, the cake, & the taste was all the same as what it was before. AMAZING! I got the fresh strawberry shortcake with crackers all around for a friend's birthday. I was able to get the bakery to write on the cake and buy candles for the cake as well. They boxed it up for me nicely and safely so the cake wouldn't mess up. When I brought the cake to the party it was the main attraction at the end of the night. The cake was sliced and served. Once the guest had that first bite they were taken aback at how BOMB the cake was! They said it was the perfect kind of sweet. Not overly sweet like other cakes and how it tasted so fresh and delicious. Awww man I need you to experience it for yourself! This cake in particular has me in a chokehold! Their other pastries also look equally amazing on display. COME TO ARTUSO!

Stopped by Artuso after eating at a few stops on and around Arthur Ave., and was excited to satisfy…read morethe sweet tooth. As soon as you step inside, you're taken by how large and how clean Artuso is. It is very well lit, and all of these things make it very easy for you to focus on those glass cases full of sweets. Their selection is extremely large and contains all that you would expect (biscotti, rainbow cookies, b&w's, pignolis, etc) as well as Italian ice and various other treats. The line moved fast, and the workers were extremely helpful as we ordered our rainbow cookies and pignoli cookies with cannoli cream. The pignoli were great...they had that signature almond taste, just right. Very enjoyable. And the cannoli cream center was a nice touch, and very good as well. The rainbow cookies were ok. Admittedly, I have a very high bar for rainbows, so I hold them to a high standard...and they were good, just not as flavorful/almondy as I particularly prefer. In all, Artuso is a great stop. A perfect post lunch/dinner spot to grab a quick snack to cap off a meal. Definitely check it out.

My go-to for shareable baked items (especially PIE) in Harlem! Can't beat an adorable and delicious…read moreapple pie for 10 bucks. I've brought their pies to countless block parties and picnics, and they're the ultimate crowd pleaser! The Napoleons and cannolis were also great, though I found the Oreo cake to be a bit dry. Overall, highly recommend trying out any of the many assortment of treats they have here! Note that they're cash only.

What has happened!?!? Horrible! I have been coming to this bakery since I was young. ... and it…read moreused to be good even great. ! But now it's a different story. I got a cake for a baby shower about six months ago from there. It looked beautiful but it tasted really stale.... I gave them another chance last week. What a mistake.. I got cannolis and pastries... the only word that's fitting is horrible! To be honest with you all the cookies look like they're brought in from outside companies like wholesalers if these people aren't going to bake their own stuff at least spend the money and buy stuff that taste good. Also, the place is filthy.

just good old classic insomnia cookies. takes me back to freshman year of undergrad and sleeping…read moreover some girls dorm. or late night soft snacks during exam weeks. i'm partial to CRUMBL personally but you really badly go wrong with insomnia cookies plus their hours are kick ash fs. ice cream sandwich hasn't ftw. crumbl can't take that away from them

Amazing cookies and service! The chocolate chunk and double chocolate chunk cookie were amazing!…read more Highly recommend this place to others!

-First Impression- Stopped in for a quick drink with friends while waiting for a table at a nearby…read morerestaurant. Very small, but cozy and comfortable. Everything appeared neat and clean. Tables are a bit close together, but was not an issue, everyone was friendly! -Service- Danny and Kathy were extremely welcoming and friendly. We ended up being the last patrons before they closed. We talked about family and learned that we a have family in the same area, small world! All in all, fantastic service! -Price- I was having such a good time I honestly was not paying any attention to the prices lol. Looking back at my bank statements, prices are similar to any other establishment these days, but felt more valuable if that makes sense lol -Did Not Like- N/A! -Noteworthy- See service! -Recommend- Yes!

We come here every year. Very cute Café, with a variety of alcoholic beverages. A lovely sweet…read morelady took my order and brought it to me right away. I ordered a very tasty pistachio cake and vanilla latte. Recommend stopping in. See you next year!

The cannoli here was alright. There are better elsewhere. The tiramisu was really underwhelming…read more And while the espresso was decent and the staff friendly super friendly (hence the four stars, for service), I'm not sure this is the best pastry shop in the area. You might not be disappointed, unless you find yourself too stuffed to eat at a better one.

Great place to start your Arthur Ave adventure w a double espresso. The espresso is on point. Also…read morecrazy pastries, but I'm saving my appetite for oysters Al fresco !