This place will change your life, but it might also ruin your life. I finally understand what a…read moregood hand pie (and good donut) tastes like, but my life is also permanently ruined because now my standards and expectations for other places will be extremely high. My friend and I split a dill cream cheese hand pie ($11), sausage gravy hand pie ($11), and apple fritter ($6). The crust on the hand pies was so flaky, and baked just enough so that it developed a toasty, nutty flavor without getting burnt. Each hand pie was stuffed with savory filling that wasn't overpowering in saltiness. My mouth is watering while writing this! I usually go for the savory instead of sweet option but my friend insisted that we get a donut and I am glad we did. This was probably the best apple fritter I've ever had in my life! It had chunks of apple that I could see and taste. The dough was so fluffy and soft. I could even taste the subtle brown butter flavor in the glaze! So good! If I lived next door to this place, you'd find me here every day.

Tried this for the first time! Really cute spot, we had seen they had some long John donut specials…read morefor the month on Instagram and it's been on the list to try for sure. Blending in on a street near Shaw, this is a must stop spot. Me and my wife shared a Bacon Breakfast sandwich and then the special French silk and Yuzu macadamia nut long John's. They also gave us a free regular donut since we said it was our first time visiting! The sandwich is the epitome of sometimes keeping it simple is best. It was so tasty, the bread was so fluffy with a slight crunch from a toast. Delicious aioli brought it all together. The donuts...I hope these long John's become regular items because GOODNESS they were tasty. Definitely stop by to try each before they are gone if not. Overall I know we will be back, especially because we didn't even try a hand pie this time...whoops. A cute and tasty spot with some great people working there.

Came here needing to bring something sweet to a friends house - what a place…read more Genuinely would be here weekly if i lived in town Service was equally as good as the food looked and tasted!!! Thank you again for being apart of our day!

This bakery is sooo cute! I came to pick up my King Cake. I strolled around to see what's sold and…read moretake in the look of the royal decor! It's a cozy, classy feel. The employees are so kind. I'll have to try a dessert and tea one of these days.

Diana's Bakery on Cherokee Street -- ¡qué delicia! A true St. Louis treasure with beautiful Latin…read moreflavor. The moment you step into Diana's, you're wrapped in the warm, sweet aroma of a traditional panadería -- fresh breads, sugar-topped pastries, and that unmistakable feeling that everything here is made con amor. The pastry cases are a celebration of color and flavor -- pillowy conchas, golden empanadas, trays of vibrant pan dulce, and fresh breads like bolillos and telera rolls that practically beg to come home with you. Every bite feels authentic, comforting, and joyful -- the kind of baking that carries tradition in every crumb. The conchas are especially spectacular -- soft, lightly sweet, with that perfect sugary shell. Pair one with a cup of coffee and suddenly the whole morning feels like a little fiesta. I especially love popping in and picking up fresh bread for Sunday brunch. There's something about bringing home warm bolillos or sweet pastries that instantly turns brunch into a celebration. But what really makes Diana's shine is the spirit of the place. There's warmth, laughter, and that welcoming neighborhood energy that makes you want to linger just a little longer. The staff are so gracious and kind -- the kind of hospitality that makes you feel like familia. Diana's Bakery is more than a bakery. It's flavor, tradition, culture, and alegría all in one beautiful little spot on Cherokee Street. Auténtico. Delicioso. Puro sabor latino. -- Big Daddy Tedd Energy

Unfortunately I think I just don't like a lot of Mexican pastries. My friend that is more familiar…read morewith these types of sweets told me that dry and crumbly is the style, and that's just not for me. I tried several different things and didn't really like any of them. The sugar cookie with sprinkles, the almond cookie with powdered sugar, and the frosted chocolate sugar cookie were all no-go for me. I wanted to buy the wagon wheels (not sure if that's what they're actually called?) but they were plain! No cinnamon sugar on them. The service was pretty good! We didn't chat with anyone as we shopped but once we got to the counter, they were friendly and helpful. The line went by quickly and the atmosphere was warm and cozy. My compatriots also got several things and I'll add their reviews too! Cannoli - the filling had a gap in the middle and it was little disappointing. The filling was good. The shell was a bit thick. Pretty good overall. Cheesecake - not my favorite. Tasted good and the texture was perfect but not cream cheese-y enough for my liking. The chocolate version might be better. Giant meringue - really good! Nice and crumbly with a great taste. Wedding cookies - didn't taste like anything and they were super dry. Literally no almond flavor at all.

The peanut butter jelly donut is one of the best donuts I've ever had! Staff was super friendly…read moretoo, it's a very charming place!

Great little donut shop. Just a tiny place, but well worth a stop!…read more Donuts were delicious!

Tous Les Jours is a French Asian bakery with locations all across the US. The recently opened a…read morelocation in STL and it could not have been busier when I went! When you walk in you pick up a tray and some tongs and get to look through all the different glass cases of baked goods. You pick what you want and then pay at the counter. They have both sweet and savory options. I opted to get their matcha donut and a savory hot dog pastry. They also have specialty cakes, as well as espresso drinks. I love the variety of options they have and feel that their baked goods are overall fairly priced. I can't wait to go back and try something new!

This place is so cute and a vibe!! The cafe was filled with people socializing and working. There…read morewere plenty of sweet and savory items and cakes. Everything I've had thus far has been good. Their mango cloud doughnut is so good. Coffee drinks were good too -- I had an iced ube latte. We have been here a couple times already. As you can imagine, the earlier you go, there is a greater and fresher selection. Don't worry about the line. It moves pretty fast!

It's all about the bread dear readers and MB makes the best in Saint Louis. When you add some fresh…read moreItalian meats and cheese it doesn't get any better. Nothing fancy here just high quality ingredients and friendly service at reasonable prices. Enjoy!

Bread is so simple but so hard to get perfect!…read more Marconi Bakery's Italian loaf is spot on perfection. The crust is crusty and not too thick or too thin. The inside is light and airy without too many holes. Not too dense either. But the crust flavor reminds me of the coal fired ovens North East NY and PA Italian bakeries you would hit on a Sunday morning after Mass to get a just out of the oven warm loaf in a white paper bag! Rise to the occasion and get a loaf today!

Stopped in since I had a gift card to use. The staff friendly and very helpful…read more I ordered a loaf to go and an egg salad sandwich. The sandwich was good. Pic included The bread was also good. Waiting to go back and try a couple other loaves. The restaurant has a nice little counter service area and dining room. It's a small location with some great vibes.

Union has the best bread. I had The Bear sandwich. Excellent. Lots of goodness and love baked into…read moreeach sandwich. The lady working the counter was very patient. It was a beautiful day for a picnic with a sandwich at Forest Park.

A long standing "Hill" favorite! From cannolis to Italian bread to the most amazing cheese danish,…read morethis place has it all. When really busy, they have a number system. This particular Saturday was not horrifically busy and I was greeted by one of the servers. She was very helpful in suggesting items. The ambiance is that of a true bakery- from the smell of yeast in the air to the sugar scented pastries. A "must visit" place on the Hill.

Since 1924, the Missouri Baking Co. has been making this rich messy almond flavored rich cake with…read morea chewy crust of over a hundred years. Gooey butter cake was first dreamed up in St Louis. We shared a chocolate chip cannoli and a gooey butter danish. Both were fresh, creamy & amazing! They take credit, even though our pastries came out to $7. All they need is a few tables and chairs to sit and enjoy our purchases

I was craving something sweet and decided to make a pit stop post lunch. A lot caught my eye but I…read moresettled on the peanut butter pretzel chocolate chip and the blueberry pop tart. The pb chocolate chip was good but wasn't soft. It kind of killed my spirit bc the attendant gave me both items fresh from the baking sheet (not what was displayed) and I thought they'd be soft. I saved my pop tart to have this morning and it didn't disappoint. This was the first I've ever had from scratch and I def prefer these over the regular ones you'd buy from the store. A lot of these are on display everyday but they do rotate them depending on the holiday or something else going on. I'll for sure be back next time I'm in the area.

Love how festive they are with their decor. St. Louis small businesses are great at getting into…read morethe holiday mood. When we walked in the employees were having a warm conversation with the customers in front of us. It definitely feels like a neighborhood spot. The pastries were hit or miss for me. I had the gingerbread cronut, the chai sugar cookie, and the pumpkin snickerdoodle cookie. The sugar cookie was too tough for my tastes and was not very chai heavy. The pumpkin snickerdoodle was sooooo delicious, soft, and chewy.

Stopped by for an iced latte and a cannoli. Very kind service, probably the best service I've had…read moreat a coffee shop in some time. Cannoli was excellent. Definitely would get it again. This spot is worth trying.

I'm a cafe lover and I love Cafe Dolce. It's in The Hill and it is such a local hot spot. If you…read morewant Italian vibes, go here. Service is great too :) I love the vibes here.