I stopped in earlier today for a breakfast sandwich. The last two encounters I have had here were…read more disgusting. I placed my order and received my sandwich. Reader, the receipt had a separate charge for the bread. Are they kidding??? I ate half. I liked the combination I chose. I don't think I will go back. I hate being ripped off. So long unheavenly bakery.

Stopped in recently to check out how heavenly the bread was. The attendant was super friendly and…read moreoffered to make a variety of sandwiches she had available, breakfast or lunch. I ordered the Cuban and bread pudding. My wife absolutely loved the Cuban, complimenting the bread and pork. I wasn't the biggest fan of the bread pudding, it reminded me more of a flan texture. Will check them out again for their breakfast sandwiches.

My Italian Grandpa has always said these are the best cannolis so you know it must be true. We…read morepicked some up yesterday and they definitely did not disappoint! The ricotta filled with chocolate chips are so good. Mini cannolis are $2.50 each. The perfect treat

I visited modern pastry in Boston and was very pleased. I expected the same quality here and was…read morevery disappointed. I went shortly before they closed, and while they still had product, much of it felt very stale. When I asked what some of the treats were as I wanted to try a variety of "new" things, I felt I was being a bother and they just wanted me to hurry up and get out. I will go back to my favorite place in the city and skip this the next time I pass through.

Peaceful little shop located on Pratt St. After my walk through Bushnell Park today I ventured over…read moreto Bloom for a bite and an iced coffee. Fresh floral arrangements, specialty niche gifts and goodies available for purchase and a quiet quaint refreshing atmosphere.

I recently attended an event at Bloom Bake Shop, and it was such a lovely experience. They have a…read morecozy little area upstairs that's perfect for small gatherings, complete with a comfy couch and a warm, inviting atmosphere. Afterwards I stay downstairs and experienced the coffee shop. I ordered a gluten-free breakfast sandwich, which was really good. The bread was a bit firm, but I actually appreciated that since most gluten-free bread tends to fall apart. This one held up nicely. My honey latte was absolutely delicious, smooth, perfectly sweet, and beautifully made. There's also a cute outdoor seating area, great for relaxing with coffee on a nice day. Parking is on the street around the corner, since the street the shop is on is closed to cars and open to pedestrians only, which adds to the charm of the area. You order at the counter, get a number, and they bring your food right to your table. When you're finished, you clear your own dishes to the bin, which keeps the place tidy. I also noticed the staff going around regularly wiping tables and keeping everything clean and welcoming. Overall, Bloom Bake Shop has a great vibe, tasty food, and friendly service. Definitely worth checking out!

Chimirris is my go to for a family event or if I need to bring something somewhere.. this is the…read moreplace! Our family loves all If their cakes because they always taste very good , not dry. When you go In, the girls are always so sweet and helpful. A favorite is the cannoli cake and the chocolate cream ( unsure of what flavor) . But they said they were excellent. I can't eat them But they do look so good!! They also sell cookies , whole cakes and more. Chimirris is open everyday except for Mondays until 6 pm which is helpful.

I had a cake made for my friend's 40th wedding anniversary. I worked with Lorena to design the…read moreperfect cake and it couldn't have been easier. The cake was absolutely beautiful and the couple was blown away when they saw it. Everyone at the anniversary party couldn't believe how light and fluffy the cake was, and even though the frosting was buttercream, it was still very light and everyone raved about the flavor. I will definitely go to them again.

Mozzicato's is a true Hartford staple. Mozzicato - De Pasquale's Bakery & Pastry Shop on Franklin…read moreAvenue sets a standard that most spots just can't touch. While the pastries are classic and exactly what you'd expect from a high-caliber Italian bakery, the real gem is the Italian ice located in the cafe. Good lord, the flavors and quality are on a different level--this isn't that Rita's or DQ garbage. The chocolate and strawberry combination is specifically incredible, honestly better than Godiva chocolate-covered strawberries. It provides that deep, rich profile and authentic taste that defines their Itallian vibe. One professional tip for anyone stopping by: bring cash. The cafe doesn't accept cards, and you don't want to be the one standing there empty-handed when you're that close to the best Italian ice on the planet

Omg this place is to die for! We were in town and were told to try this place and I'm so glad we…read morewent. This place is so busy which speaks to how bomb their bakery items are. I think we were being greedy and ordered the pizza bread, stuffed croissant and carrot cake. The pizza bread, the cake and stuffed croissant was bomb! The cake was moist and the frosting was not too sweet. The service is to die for as the staff are friendly and helpful with all your questions. I can't wait to go back to eat this again. lol

Good but basic coffee and matcha…read more Came here on the hunt for coffee spots. Generally don't like going into Hartford, but figured it was early enough to avoid the major crowds and traffic. When I first got here, the barista was not ready to take orders yet, so I sat down while they prepped for the day. After about 15 minutes they were ready, so I ordered a basic latte and sat back down. The coffee bar has no food and only coffee and matcha drinks, relying on other businesses to fill that gap when they don't offer food at the primary location. The hours on Saturday don't match up with the other local businesses, so it leads to the ability to get coffee but not food till at least an hours time from open. The latte was basic, coffee is of a decent quality and the milk was frothy. No real design work beyond a basic onion off-center. They had one special latte, a pb&j inspired iced latte. Opted against, since they were still prepping for those orders when I went to order. It's functional coffee for the area. Not bad but not special either. It's a place to get a cup of joe on Pratt street, and it's good coffee but nothing to call home about.

The BOP coffee is located adjunct to Refugee Tattoos on Pratt Street in Downtown Hartford. There is…read morea platform that makes it appear as a winding ramp immediately after entering the shop, sort of shaping the room to make you end up at The BOP counter which is exactly where I wanted to be. You most certainly need not take it though and take a step the other way into Refugee Tattoos side. I got myself a double espresso with a pump of vanilla. I think I could've done without since it wasn't sweet. I want to visit again and have it one more time! The barista was lovely and she didn't rush me at all as I made my choice. She also made great recommendations. It was nice and quiet in the studio though that's not to say they didn't have any other clients beyond the curtain. Everyone was friendly.

Fresh food, easy service and decently priced. Matcha latte was mediocre at best , mostly milk.read more

I made another visit here for lunch on a weekday and the place was far less crowded & wait was far…read moremore reasonable I got a pastrami sandwich and a creme brûlée latte. The sandwich was solid, but wasn't anything to write home about. The latte was great however.

The best sandwich can be found at this corner spot inside the Gastropub. The baguette is crunchy on…read morethe outside just the way I love it. The sweet tomato chutney is a perfect combo for the cheddar cheese ! They also have a ham sandwich and a cauliflower banh mi. Grab a coffee at Alvarium Toasting Company and it's a perfect lunch

Come here for coffee and the best sourdough bread. So lucky to get to enjoy this place. Everyone…read morewas friendly.

Bloomfield is lucky to have such a business! Pasticceria Italia is a gem! Whether we need a quick…read moreslice of pizza for lunch, the best lemon bar or cannoli on the planet for a special treat, or a box of treats for a party, the pasticceria always comes through. Everyone in my family has a favorite treat at the pasticceria, and we go often. I lived in Italy for years and can attest to the authenticity of the pastries. Chef Emiddio is making his father proud!

This place looks like it is shutting down The bakery choices were limited and what we picked…read moreseemed old. The eclair had a strange yellow filling and the cannoli filling was dry They also forgot one of the items we ordered All of the coolers that had frozen food were empty as was the display that used to have their stuffed breads There wasn't any signage to explain the empty displays I don't know what is up but it isn't the bakery it used to be

Best donuts in Connecticut. Kind of shocked I slept on this place for so long. Huge, sweet,…read morecreative, gorgeous donuts with great service in a clean old school setting. Can't recommend enough.

"You need meat, go to the market You need bread, try the…read morebakery You need love, don't go no further Just come on home to me" (Muddy Waters) Elmwood Pastry Shop is a local institution -around for nearly 80 years! When my wife worked in West Hartford, Elmwood was a popular office destination for lunch, because they gave you a free cookie with every sandwich! Their menu is an embarrassment of tempting riches, with pastries, pies, deli and breakfast sandwiches, cookies, cupcakes, donuts, full cakes, breads, and rolls of every flavor and description. We stopped in yesterday for a few assorted odds and ends- cookies, donuts, and a wonderful loaf of soft rye bread. There are plenty of old-time bakeries across Connecticut, and like everyone, I'm sure you have your favorites. Elmwood should be on your list, too.