This was my se be cond visit to Holy Cannoli, and it was as good as the first one. They have a variety of made to order breakfast and lunch choices, including soups, salads and lasagnas, not to mention all their amazing sweets!! We were greeted by two friendly counter ladies who took our order. They accommodated my request for paper boxes versus plastic shell containers. My Stromboli was hot and ready and it didn't take long for my husband's sandwich to get made. Both were yummy!! Prices are average for the meals and I would say the sweets are very reasonably priced. The dining area is spacious and pleasant. They have high and standard tables. They sell three kinds of Maine coffee: CBD, Upta Camp and Mbingo mountain (roasted and packed in Waterville). It is located in the heart of downtown Waterville. The entrance has automated doors (press the blue button kind) and no steps. They are open everyday but Sunday! read more

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Been in afew times now. Loving the large cookie selection and prices are really good as well ! Thank you guys !

I love this place! I always try to come up with an excuse to be in the general area so that we MUST stop in. It's counter service and it's pretty quick, even when it's busy. When it's slow, it's no the fault of the staff, it's the customers that are indecisive and waffling about their decisions. I admit, I was that waffle person ONCE...never again, because we know the flow and also our favorites. For ordering of sandwiches, deli orders, basically things that aren't premade in the glass case/counter...you must complete a paper slip. It's pretty great to be able to customize what you want without having to repeat yourself (which is something I hate doing). We have had sandwiches - quality bread and ingredients! We have had their calzone type of offerings - YUM! So good. I have tried many of their cheesecakes. They are delicious.. They are rich and decadent, as cheesecakes should be in my opinion. I loved all of them, I think the blueberry is my favorite followed by Heath Bar. We love all of their cookies and baked goods. One that will get us coming back, even if it is just for this cookie, are their ricotta cookies. They are so hearty, fluffy and delicious. I hesitated sharing that, because every time I share something, they are always sold out. Anyway...sharing is caring. The owner is super nice. The workers are more reserved and task oriented, so don't distract with conversation if they are busy! There are usually plenty of seats and tables, but it can get crowded when there is a show across the street..be warned. I highly recommend this business and food. Excellent! read more

Holy Cannoli - Perfect heath bar cheesecake for an afternoon pick me up. This is only half !!! - Desserts Near Me - Waterville, Maine

This might be the best Maine Italian I've ever had. Perfect mix of ingredients and everything's fresh. They've got a crazy menu of cheesecake flavors and house made cannoli. Tony Soprano would approve. Also, the cream puff was out of control. Worth the drive to Waterville. read more

Holy Cannoli - Cream puff - Desserts Near Me - Waterville, Maine

My wife and I went and purchased two traditional cannolis, two cheesecake cannolis, m&m cookie, chocolate eclair, and a cinnamon stick. Nothing I just listed was overly great. The cannolis just don't compare to what you would find in the North End of Boston. We were disappointed by every item except for the chocolate eclair. I'm not so sure I'd make a trip to come here, when there are other bakeries with better products. read more

They should be called Holly crap very small portion and not good prasteries far form Italian now if you want the best maine has to offer in Italian food and sandwiches and prasteries you should try the Italian bakey in auburn maine then you see what good Italian food is read more

We ordered the chocolate raspberry cheesecake and an assortment of desserts for my mother's Repast yesterday. Everything was excellent!

Their bake goods are outstanding especially the cinnamon twists when available. They made some special for us last time so kudos for that great service. It's a nice clean bakery that I highly recommend! read more

Just a quick update a couple of years later. We went back recently, and the service and pastries were still great. I had a pumpkin chip cookie that rocked, and a peanut butter cookie that was even better. It was sort of a bit doughy inside. Don't know if it was intended to be, but there is nothing I like better in a cookie or brownie, so I hope so for when we go back, which I am sure we will. The coffee choices didn't seem very eclectic. I went with a dark roast with the word "Maine" in the name. It was fine but my socks remained un-knocked off! read more

Because of the name I went here specifically for one thing only: Cannoli for Saturday night after dinner/movie treat. Hella disappointed. I realize this isn't the North End of Boston but these were stale and the filling had no taste/NO flavor at all! Also, small for the price. The next day, I tried the cannolis from Farmington's Hannaford Bakery on a whim and those were amazing! Bought more again this week and still delicious-As good as Mikes or Moderns in Boston! So Maybe change the name to "something? Else?" Baked goods have to be consistent regardless of day, time, baker etc. Name your strengths. Things I liked: excellent downtown location in a large modern open space that was clean and inviting. Friendly people working here with positive vibe. Looks more like a healthy lunch spot and Internet cafe with a variety of baked goods but "holy cannolis" it's not. read more

Always friendly staff...very patient as I choose... The facility is always clean. Deliciousness. read more

Let me start off by saying that the cake we purchased for my daughter's birthday was excellent. I also had pastry that was excellent. So, this review has nothing to do with the quality of the food. My issue is dishonesty. I called and ordered a 6 inch cake for my daughter's birthday, with "Happy Birthday XXXX" on the top. I asked for the price and I was told $34, comparable to other custom bakeries. I offered to pay over the phone and they said I could pay when I picked up the cake. When I picked it up, the young lady behind the counter (who was really friendly) could not find the price, so she asked the manager. After the manager looked for the person who took the order and could not find her, she quoted $54. I told her I was quoted $34 and she shrugged her shoulders and walked away. I should have walked away, as well, but we were on our way to the birthday dinner, and I needed the cake. I was a victim of bait and switch. They don't have prices posted, so you are at the whim of whoever is working the register. I suspect that my shirt, which showed the name of the college my daughter attends in Waterville had something to do with the jacked-up price. We will not return. read more

Very nice and tasty sandwich and bakery shop. It's not flashy but has good sandwiches, calzones, and Holly Cannolies. If you are in downtown Waterville, ME, and if you are in the mood to have a quick bite, that is the place. read more

As always, amazing food, excellent customer service & pleasant atmosphere. We love making this a regular spot for lunch. read more

Holy Cannoli - Ham, turkey, bacon grinder w/ provolone & veggies . Sweet potato & curry soup - Desserts Near Me - Waterville, Maine

One of the best places you will find around for pastries, this place also has really good soups and made to order sandwiches with a cafe vibe. Great service as well. read more

Stopped in for cannolis and coffee. Cold-ish day warmed us right up! Service was excellent cannolis delish. We'll be back for lunch...

Food was tasty! We are visiting from RI and stopped by as we were passing through.. lasagna was hearty and tasty. My friend had the spaghetti and meatballs.. she stated that the meatballs were well seasoned and that everything tasted delightful! read more

Where to begin?!? So much to choose from. Cannolis of all flavors, from traditional to exotic. We are regulars.

I go here for lunch at least once a week; great selection of entrees, the desserts are always fresh; and the staff are super.

Great food! Staff was very friendly!! We had a bacon, egg, and cheese breakfast sandwich on plain bagels and it was delicious. Also got an apple turnover and cheese danish. They were perfect. read more

O M G First time visitor to Holy Cannoli and I LOVED it....... You HAVE to try the Chicken Chilli Soup it's AWESOME...... read more

I miss the lobster tails, filled fresh to order, from Modern Bakery in Boston's North End. However, my taste for home is satiated here.

Really delish and super friendly staff. Deserts seriously save room to eat and take some Home. Just like nona used to make sort of place. Off of main street, park and walk down... There's a lot of seating inside. Had the lasagna (you get it from the cooler and they will heat it up). Yum, rich, comfort food. Hubby had the 6inch grinder.. Fresh bread.. Made to your liking for 6.00 wow no brainer that this blows any sub shop away.. Huge cuts of meat, fresh veggies etc. very yummy! Cannolis (lemon, chocolate chip, chocolate) raspberry chocolate dipped cookies, mini chocolate cheese cAkes.. I can keep going on and on. Just go... This will be your next best place to get your eat on! Great job guys!! We will be back read more

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Great food, service, and coffee! I even ordered a cake from them and it was tasty and pretty.

I always assumed this was a dessert place, and just always avoided going by to stay away from temptation. But following them on FB, I saw they actually do quite a bit of food. Tried the Stromboli, it was very tasty. Will definitely be trying more items in the future. read more

Super cute bakery with so many choices even gluten free desserts. We tried a variety of cannolis and cheesecake bites all delicious.

There is so much delicious food to choose from. I love that I can custom make my own sandwich and just hand the paper in. Friendly staff always willing to get what you need! read more

Family sized meals are great, the sweets are amazing! Cheesecake bites are just perfect. Highly recommend this place.

Popped in yesterday with a coworker after an early day for a coffee and cannolis. The pistachio cannoli was AMAZING! When I lived in MA I made sure to go for cannolis at Mikes Pastry in Boston every time I made the trip. Holy Cannoli hands down beats mike pastry on their cannolis. I can't wait to explore more of their sweet treats read more

Amazing!!!!!!! We are from Brooklyn Ny and to find this gem of a spot in Maine was a dream come true. So delicious. Can't wait to come back up to stop in again. read more

Just about anything that you get there it's so good and service is great and it's a nice relaxing atmosphere

Been going here for years. It's just really good, especially the tiramisu and brownies

10/10 love this place. Sweet treats are amazing! Didn't know about this gem until someone I know decided to purchase this place. Please go in and try some Stromboli and a lobster tail. You will not regret it!! read more

Good soups and pasta dishes and of course cannolis. Not open in the evening so that's a bummer .

Delicious whoopie pies! Nice, fresh savory and sweet items to eat there or take home. Love the fresh local made dishes! Thumbs up.

If you can appreciate a really good sandwich on amazing bread, you must eat here! Bread makes a sandwich and these guys know that to get good bread, you often have to import it from somewhere else, and they do just that from NY. And the cannoli? Wow. SO good! Aside from the delicious lunch and amazing dessert, the incredible standout here are the people. The owners may be some of the friendliest, nicest people that I have met. I am new to Maine and am always astounded at how nice everyone is, but the people I met today at Holy Cannoli are the cream of the crop. I cannot wait to come back to try the eggplant lasagne! read more

Luscious desserts. Delicious stuffs rolls, cookies, Their cold brew coffee is delicious

Delicious Italian bakery with fresh made goodies everyday. They have a wonderful selection of unique Italian pasties such as a lobster tail. They also have twists on classic such as a caramel sea salt topped brownie. The cheesecake bites are diving. Small bites of cheesecake dipped in chocolate with multiple flavors. The pumpkin one is so good. Of course there are tasty cannolis as well with fun flavors such as cookies and cream. Stop by and enjoy as well as take some home. read more

Holy Cannoli - Desserts Near Me - Waterville, Maine

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Great place to just pop in for a quick lunch or a dessert on the fly. Or you can plan ahead and order a great cheesecake. The selection rotates, but each item is always high quality and reasonably priced. A small place, but the pastries remind me of Mikes in Boston's North End. An unexpected pleasure for a small Maine town. But they also have entrees, including lasagna by the tray, pasta, soup and sandwiches. The pasta is made fresh in the back room. The owner is extremely talented, and the server (Josh?) is certainly knowledgable and professional. Overall, great food for a small Maine town, phenomenal service and reasonable prices. read more

Holy Cannoli - The front of Holy Cannoli! - Desserts Near Me - Waterville, Maine

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The canolli's are to die for. They also have a great lunch selection of sandwiches and salads. When time is tight I will pop in before I head home and grab one of their premade dishes like the lasagna and put it in the oven when I get home. Easy peasy! Local business, family owned, great service! read more