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Love this neighborhood gem of a bakery inside of Bok Bar! Grab a coffee and pastry and work in this cute patisserie. The different options are delicious and they have rotating selections so that's always great! Highly recommend if your in the area. Fresh pastries each morning and you can see it in being made in the kitchen.
Visited at 9:30 am on a Saturday and there was a short line. Orange cardamom morning bun and stone fruit danish were my favorites. Also really liked the lemon tart!
Wanted to come here for a while! This wonderful bakery is inside the Bok Building. I got few items to try, plus a loaf of their sourdough bread. The service is nice, and the space is light filled, not too large, but enough seatings. Even if there are no seats inside the bakery you can most likely find seatings in the hallway area. My family and I enjoyed all their pastries, and I really like the fact that these aren't super sweet. Some of their pastries are so pretty also. Cannot wait to go back and try other items!
Since we both had a weekday off we decided to come here on a Wednesday morning. Street parking which we were aware of. We got lucky finding a spot right in the corner! We walked around almost the entire building before finding the correct entrance but now we know where it is! I'll admit I was very overwhelmed when we walked in because we were in line and had no idea what we wanted. So I quickly ordered two items (almond croissant and an apple item, maybe a caramel apple bun) and my boyfriend picked a croissant and a small basque cheesecake. They don't serve coffee so we decided to get our items to go. I was told later by a friend that there is a small coffee shop right next door but they were closed for the holidays. I definitely want to go back when we can get coffee then go in and get something to eat so we can sit and relax there. The almond croissant was amazing (I haven't had my other item yet but I have a feeling it's going to be wonderful!)!
My friend and I went to Machine Shop this past weekend. I ordered savory pastries (jammy egg + shatta, caramelized onion danish, and fall curried squash danish (seasonal flavor, I believe). Even though I usually don't like runny or jammy eggs (I tend to like my eggs fully cooked), the flaky pastry, cheese, and jammy egg complemented each other well. I thought the fall curried squash danish was okay. It wasn't amazing and it wasn't bad, but I would not order it again (due to the price point and overall taste). I saved the best for last though. When I tried the caramelized onion, I loved how they kept the onion's original shape and rings in the caramelized onion tart. Because it was caramelized, bits of the tart got stuck in the molars of my teeth but it was a small price to pay. My friend, on the other hand, ordered the lemon tart (with the torched meringue) and the double chocolate pain au chocolat. Luckily, my friend let me a try a bite of their sweet desserts. I liked how the lemon tart had three different textures (lemon filling, crust, and meringue). When I tried a little of the double chocolate pain au chocolat, I could tell that the chocolate inside the pastry was high quality. Overall, I preferred the savory pastries over the sweet ones. The staff was quite friendly and at first, the carmelized onion tarts were not displayed so I thought they ran out, but one of the workers heard my slight surprise and my complaint and they told me that the carmelized onion tarts would be coming out shortly. The only reason I rated Machine Shop 4/5 stars, rather than 5/5 stars was because I feel like the desserts are quite overpriced compared to the small sizes of the pastries and, in general, I'm not a big fan of their sweet desserts (which is a majority of their menu). I find the sweets too rich, for my taste.
The pastries here are excellent. The croissants are crunchy and buttery. I had the chocolate cake. It's not a regular cake. They make it exquisite by layering it with dense chocolate mousse. Decadent chocolate but not too heavy. Too pretty to eat. Highly recommended
Got there at 1pm so there were more limited pastry options. Got the mini lemon meringue tart, chocolate cake, and a baguette. The lemon tart was good- nice crisp pastry, creamy lemon filling, topped with fluffy torched meringue. Nice classic pastry but would have preferred a stronger lemon flavor that was more tart. 4/5. Chocolate cake had a crisp cookie base, thin chocolate cake layers, and fluffy light chocolate mousse, topped with a chocolate mirror glaze. Again, a good solid dessert- I really enjoyed the contrast of textures, however the cake layers were a bit dry and the flavor was a bit one note. I'm all for a death by chocolate moment but it seems like this was probably milk chocolate and leaned more sweet. 4.5/5. Baguette was tasty but VERY chewy. It was almost hard to eat because it was so chewy. Not sure if it was sourdough? 4/5. Definitely would like to go back to try more of their savory pastries, but for the price point (tart was $8, cake was $38), it was a bit disappointing.
Went in on a busy Sunday morning to great service and an assortment of goodness. I opted to get 6 pastries/baked goods and enjoyed them all. The jammy egg and caramelized onion tart were my favorites and I would definitely go back just for those. I wanted to try the fig + walnut tart, but that seems to be a big seller because I only saw the large one left. Next time for sure! The service was great and I did like that they underpromised and over delivered on the timeline for when the caramelized onion tart would be cooled and it was brought right out to me.
Amazing. Just, amazing. Can't wait to return! Everything looked amazing but I only had appetite for one treat so of course I tried the one with an egg. Looking forward to going back and trying new things and their coffee!
Really really good pastries! Long line so you might want to get there early but overall it is delicious and lots of pastry options! I believe they do run out but they seem to continuously bake and bring out more stuff.
First off I was very confused trying to figure out where the entrance was to this building. Luckily I looked up some reviews and figure it out. I arrived a few mins after they opened the bakery and there was already a line! The line does move fairly quickly and the employees were loading the latest baked goods. This place smelled AMAZING. I wanted to try everything ofcourse but this time only tried 4 items. For cold items I got the lemon tart (AMAZING...the tart and the sweet together made my taste buds dance!), the chocolate cake (for rich and dark chocolate notes very very good). I also got a small coffee cake (my husband and daughter finished this one up immediately once I came home with it haha) and the zucchini tart that just came out of the oven. The zucchini tart was beautiful, savory and also super delicious. Im already plotting a trip back when Im in the area haha. 5/5 stars
Not sure how often they change the menu but everything was different since the last time I was here. Came on a weekend midday this time and there was a decent line, but it was also snowing outside. Pastries delicious as always
This bakery is among the city's finest. Located on the first floor of the Bok Building in South Philly, it provides freshly-baked pastries, desserts, and foods during the morning and afternoon period. Their menu of baked goods changes every month, and often provides specials on weekends. I loved my cara cara croissant, which was super flaky and meshed great with the citrus hints and creme inside. Unfortunately I forgot the name of the other item, but its runny egg also made for a delicious bite. Because I typically take SEPTA and walk to the building, do note that parking will be limited since it's located in a predominantly residential neighborhood. The lines will get busy on weekends and near closing, but the shop is definitely worth the wait! There is shared seating with an adjacent coffee shop on the same floor, and you can also browse at local business around the building when their hours overlap.
14 days ago
I arrived around 8:30 on a Sunday, and they were still baking pastries in batches, so not everything was ready in the case yet! The aesthetics here are so interesting, and I loved the calm music. It honestly feels like the perfect spot to sit down and get some work done, especially since they have water available. Service was also amazing. Our server was super nice and professional, which made the whole experience even better. The $8 Cara Cara Kouign Amann was better than the ones I've tried before. It was super crispy and flaky, and I loved that the caramelized crust wasn't sticky. It was firm and crunchy instead. The jam inside was subtle and didn't overpower the pastry. 8/10 The $9 Summer Berry Pie Danish was basically a blueberry pie with a Danish crust, and the Danish was exceptionally well made. One of the flakiest pastries I've ever had, with a super crispy exterior and a soft crunch. The jam wasn't too sweet, and the cream on top balanced everything out perfectly. 9/10 Definitely one of my favorite pastry stops in Philly so far! read more
FOOD I visited with a couple friends and tried a range of pastries-- the double chocolate croissant, kouign amann, orange cardamom morning bun, and rhubarb danish. -Double chocolate pain au chocolat: Not too sweet but a bit too flaky and lacked flavor (not enough chocolate taste to shine through) -Kouign amann: My favorite pastry but unfortunately also a bit too dry and lacking in flavor. It was more of a croissant than the buttery pastry I associate kouign amanns with -Orange cardamom morning bun: My favorite of the pastries! Light, airy, and just the right touch of sweetness -Rhubarb danish: Very unique but not for me. The rhubarb was very tangy and a bit tough to chew. The texture was an interesting contrast to the flakiness of the rest of the pastry and the smoothness of the cream Unfortunately, I set my expectations a bit too high and the items I tried unfortunately fell short. SERVICE The staff are kind and friendly! The line can get quite long, but the staff are really efficient and moving the line along. AMBIANCE Located in the Bok Building, there's ample seating in the general seating area right by and behind the storefront. The space is shared with other guests visiting Two Persons Coffee and the stores in Bok. I saw some people working/studying, but it can get quite busy/loud. PARKING Paid street parking is available at a limited capacity. Most people park in neighboring streets or take the bus. BATHROOMS Bathrooms are located throughout the building. read more
21 hours ago
Love this neighborhood gem of a bakery inside of Bok Bar! Grab a coffee and pastry and work in this cute patisserie. The different options are delicious and they have rotating selections so that's always great! Highly recommend if your in the area. Fresh pastries each morning and you can see it in being made in the kitchen. read more
7 months ago
Wanted to come here for a while! This wonderful bakery is inside the Bok Building. I got few items to try, plus a loaf of their sourdough bread. The service is nice, and the space is light filled, not too large, but enough seatings. Even if there are no seats inside the bakery you can most likely find seatings in the hallway area. My family and I enjoyed all their pastries, and I really like the fact that these aren't super sweet. Some of their pastries are so pretty also. Cannot wait to go back and try other items! read more
9 months ago
Since we both had a weekday off we decided to come here on a Wednesday morning. Street parking which we were aware of. We got lucky finding a spot right in the corner! We walked around almost the entire building before finding the correct entrance but now we know where it is! I'll admit I was very overwhelmed when we walked in because we were in line and had no idea what we wanted. So I quickly ordered two items (almond croissant and an apple item, maybe a caramel apple bun) and my boyfriend picked a croissant and a small basque cheesecake. They don't serve coffee so we decided to get our items to go. I was told later by a friend that there is a small coffee shop right next door but they were closed for the holidays. I definitely want to go back when we can get coffee then go in and get something to eat so we can sit and relax there. The almond croissant was amazing (I haven't had my other item yet but I have a feeling it's going to be wonderful!)! read more
My friend and I went to Machine Shop this past weekend. I ordered savory pastries (jammy egg + shatta, caramelized onion danish, and fall curried squash danish (seasonal flavor, I believe). Even though I usually don't like runny or jammy eggs (I tend to like my eggs fully cooked), the flaky pastry, cheese, and jammy egg complemented each other well. I thought the fall curried squash danish was okay. It wasn't amazing and it wasn't bad, but I would not order it again (due to the price point and overall taste). I saved the best for last though. When I tried the caramelized onion, I loved how they kept the onion's original shape and rings in the caramelized onion tart. Because it was caramelized, bits of the tart got stuck in the molars of my teeth but it was a small price to pay. My friend, on the other hand, ordered the lemon tart (with the torched meringue) and the double chocolate pain au chocolat. Luckily, my friend let me a try a bite of their sweet desserts. I liked how the lemon tart had three different textures (lemon filling, crust, and meringue). When I tried a little of the double chocolate pain au chocolat, I could tell that the chocolate inside the pastry was high quality. Overall, I preferred the savory pastries over the sweet ones. The staff was quite friendly and at first, the carmelized onion tarts were not displayed so I thought they ran out, but one of the workers heard my slight surprise and my complaint and they told me that the carmelized onion tarts would be coming out shortly. The only reason I rated Machine Shop 4/5 stars, rather than 5/5 stars was because I feel like the desserts are quite overpriced compared to the small sizes of the pastries and, in general, I'm not a big fan of their sweet desserts (which is a majority of their menu). I find the sweets too rich, for my taste. read more
The pastries here are excellent. The croissants are crunchy and buttery. I had the chocolate cake. It's not a regular cake. They make it exquisite by layering it with dense chocolate mousse. Decadent chocolate but not too heavy. Too pretty to eat. Highly recommended read more
15 days ago
Got there at 1pm so there were more limited pastry options. Got the mini lemon meringue tart, chocolate cake, and a baguette. The lemon tart was good- nice crisp pastry, creamy lemon filling, topped with fluffy torched meringue. Nice classic pastry but would have preferred a stronger lemon flavor that was more tart. 4/5. Chocolate cake had a crisp cookie base, thin chocolate cake layers, and fluffy light chocolate mousse, topped with a chocolate mirror glaze. Again, a good solid dessert- I really enjoyed the contrast of textures, however the cake layers were a bit dry and the flavor was a bit one note. I'm all for a death by chocolate moment but it seems like this was probably milk chocolate and leaned more sweet. 4.5/5. Baguette was tasty but VERY chewy. It was almost hard to eat because it was so chewy. Not sure if it was sourdough? 4/5. Definitely would like to go back to try more of their savory pastries, but for the price point (tart was $8, cake was $38), it was a bit disappointing. read more
Went in on a busy Sunday morning to great service and an assortment of goodness. I opted to get 6 pastries/baked goods and enjoyed them all. The jammy egg and caramelized onion tart were my favorites and I would definitely go back just for those. I wanted to try the fig + walnut tart, but that seems to be a big seller because I only saw the large one left. Next time for sure! The service was great and I did like that they underpromised and over delivered on the timeline for when the caramelized onion tart would be cooled and it was brought right out to me. read more
Amazing. Just, amazing. Can't wait to return! Everything looked amazing but I only had appetite for one treat so of course I tried the one with an egg. Looking forward to going back and trying new things and their coffee! read more
First off I was very confused trying to figure out where the entrance was to this building. Luckily I looked up some reviews and figure it out. I arrived a few mins after they opened the bakery and there was already a line! The line does move fairly quickly and the employees were loading the latest baked goods. This place smelled AMAZING. I wanted to try everything ofcourse but this time only tried 4 items. For cold items I got the lemon tart (AMAZING...the tart and the sweet together made my taste buds dance!), the chocolate cake (for rich and dark chocolate notes very very good). I also got a small coffee cake (my husband and daughter finished this one up immediately once I came home with it haha) and the zucchini tart that just came out of the oven. The zucchini tart was beautiful, savory and also super delicious. Im already plotting a trip back when Im in the area haha. 5/5 stars read more
8 months ago
Not sure how often they change the menu but everything was different since the last time I was here. Came on a weekend midday this time and there was a decent line, but it was also snowing outside. Pastries delicious as always read more
This bakery is among the city's finest. Located on the first floor of the Bok Building in South Philly, it provides freshly-baked pastries, desserts, and foods during the morning and afternoon period. Their menu of baked goods changes every month, and often provides specials on weekends. I loved my cara cara croissant, which was super flaky and meshed great with the citrus hints and creme inside. Unfortunately I forgot the name of the other item, but its runny egg also made for a delicious bite. Because I typically take SEPTA and walk to the building, do note that parking will be limited since it's located in a predominantly residential neighborhood. The lines will get busy on weekends and near closing, but the shop is definitely worth the wait! There is shared seating with an adjacent coffee shop on the same floor, and you can also browse at local business around the building when their hours overlap. read more
Everything was delish!!!!! Came around 11:30AM on a Sunday and unfortunately three things we wanted to order were already sold out Including the jammy egg which made me so sad bc I really wanted to try. Kouign amann was my fave--so flaky delicious!!! read more
1 year ago
An absolutely incredible bakery in Philadelphia! It's in the Bok building. They seem to change their menu every month and have a variety of fresh baked goods including specials on the weekend. As a vegetarian, I love savory pastries and machine shop delivers! The mushroom one and the spinach and cheese one were both incredible! We also got the orange cardamom bun- HIGHLY recommend one of the best I had. The twice baked almond croissant wasn't my favorite but the almond filling was good- was just wanting more! The service was kind and they helped us choose during our first time there. The seating is nice inside with high ceilings and plenty of tables! You can get a coffee from the nearby shop and enjoy it with your pastries. read more
5 months ago
2 years ago
Machine Shop serves some of the best pastries in all of Philadelphia. They are nestled in a repurposed school building. The staff is always incredibly nice. In addition to pastries, they make some of the best breads the city has to offer. Every single pastry and bread is exceptional, you will not be disappointed. As someone who comes here often, I can attest to this and won't break down what I've tried because it is all fantastic! I love how so much natural light comes in from the glass garage revolving door. Also, read this Philadelphia Inquirer Food article about the owner and her love story with Yellow Cafe's owner. Frosting on the cake, so sweet! If you're in DC, check out Yellow Cafe. https://www.inquirer.com/food/machine-shop-yellow-emily-riddell-michael-rafidi-20250211.html?srsltid=AfmBOopvXxhGDbxXKsM2QJ2JQZqhsMBpVG1WPy8gVBThN0ca8T0tDypv read more
Today I decided to get breakfast and lunch from my two local bakeries in the Bok building. First I went to get the Jammy egg I love so much, then I would go to my absolute favorite bakery on the 4th floor to grab a mushroom galette for dinner. While getting breakfast I noticed petite mushroom galettes. Shocked I asked, "Do you know XX [bakery on the 4th floor] has always had mushroom galettes?" The guy nodded yes. I commented that what they were doing is dirty business. My attorney friends and I feel certain there must be a non-compete agreement for the food places -- maybe it's why no other eating establishment sells coffee to go, or why signage for the bakery on the 4th floor is non-existent? Well, thanks for showing your true colors, Machine Shop. I'm out. I prefer to spend my money at places that do honest business and support fellow Bok establishments. read more
1 year ago
I had such a hard time deciding what to get because everything looked so good! Ended up getting goat cheese & everything croissants and a hazelnut croissant. Both were phenomenal. Flaky and buttery, exactly as they should be. The goat cheese & everything croissant almost tasted like an everything bagel with cream cheese, which I say in the most positive manner. The hazelnut croissant was perfectly sweet as well. The pastries are definitely on the pricier side so be ready to splurge. read more
3 months ago
8 months ago
Have heard sooo much about Machine Shop being one of the best bakeries in Philly - on a chilly-ish Saturday morning in the fall, we tried out their breakfast pastries and coffee and were pretty impressed. Of course there was a line, but it went by pretty quickly; Machine Shop has nailed their ordering system to be efficient. However, the menu we saw on their Instagram was out of date with their in-person menu that day - not a huge deal, but there was a savory pastry we didn't get to try. We did share the goat cheese-stuffed croissants, pain au chocolat, and orange cardamon morning bun. The croissants were super flaky and crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside - the goat cheese was a delicious addition. Both sweet pastries were also good, though I've had similar or better versions at other Philly shops. The vibes were really fun, with kids and families hanging out in the limited seating spaces. If you go, I would recommend tag-teaming coffee and pastries with a friend (there is a separate line for both) and looking at the menu and Instagram pictures ahead of time so you have an idea of what you want before getting to the counter. Yum! read more
2 years ago
Probably one of the best bakeries in Philadelphia PERIOD. If your going to come here and your a caffeine addiction, make sure you stop next door for some coffee. If your someone who likes a variety of syrups, there's a restaurant next to the bike shop that has a coffee bar. ALL of the baked good here are delicious and the service is great. The people are nice and they have great reccomendations. Make sure you get both a sweet and savory pastry! read more
If I had to describe how Machine Shop made me feel in one word, it would be inspired. There are lots of places in Philly that will sell similar *looking* viennoiseries and pastries, but the quality at Machine Shop is on an entirely different level. I'm glad I'm starting orthodontic treatment in the area and will be able to return every 6-12 weeks for the next two years, which will be enough to keep me from constant cravings, but not so much that I rise like activated yeast myself! read more
Machine Shop is the literal definition of a hidden gem. I only recently came to know about it despite living in Philly for 8+ years. It lived up to the hype and much more. Being situated in the Bok building, their space is very open, airy, huge ceilings, and industrial style. The guy behind the counter was friendly and had a big smile for all of the customers. I chose a chocolate cake, blueberry tart and a savory tomato pastry. The chocolate cake is like a mousse cake and pretty much the best chocolate dessert I have ever had! The blueberry tart was delicious, even with the mini size, they didn't skimp on the fruits. The base was crumbly yet firm and so buttery. The savory pastry was flaky and delicate and by the time we went to get a second round, it was already sold out. Someone suggested getting coffee from Two Persons cafe next door - which is what we did as well. Amazing pastries, lots of plants and a friendly staff makes this place feel so welcoming! Machine Shop is definitely number 1 on my Philly bakery list. read more
1 year ago
We went to the Machine Shop over the weekend. Parking is atrocious, I probably drove around for 20 minutes for finding one. The store is in the BOK building but the entrance is on the side. It is pretty big inside and there are a line 50+ long. Another 20 minutes in the line before we got to order. They have a changing menu so we just asked for recommendations. Before we know it, got a full bag of maybe 10 different pastries. Every single one of them are tasty. Definitely worth all the effort. Highly recommend. read more
I was really excited to try this spot out, but was slightly disappointed with what I received. The crust was more on the drier side. However I appreciated the vibe of this spot and would be great for getting a coffee and doing some work. read more
If I lived in Philly, Machine Shop would def be my regular spot. The quality and options resonate with Radio Bakery in NYC and I love them both! ＊Cara Cara Croissant *** I was sent to heaven at first bite. This orange cream croissant was dangerously delicious. It was generously stuffed (yes, fully stuffed!) with light whipped cream and bits of candied orange. Chef's kiss. ＊Mushroom Danish** I always prefer savory pastries so this one was right up my alley. Loved the golden twist they made. It balanced the buttery aroma from the pastry and savory umami from the mushroom filling. ＊Double Pain au Chocolat Soooo flaky! I seldom get pain au chocolate. Here they might have used dark chocolate so it was on the bitter side, which made me in love with it. ＊Orange Cardamom Morning Bun We were surprised by how flaky it was even we ate it on the next morning. A pity that we could taste neither orange nor cardamom flavor. It just tasted straight up like a regular morning bun. ＊Latte We got the coffee at Two Persons Coffee next door. They are neighbors at Bok Building so you can enjoy their drinks with Machine Shop's pastries. read more
While this is a bit further from our house than other VERY tasty bakeries (Essen, Kouklet, Mighty Bread), it's worth the trek because 1) we can bring our dog and dine in 2) their pastries are unmatched. If you're a fatty, you should get 2 pastries each (like my partner and I do), but if you're not super hungry, one should do the trick. The jammy egg one is a fan fav and so is their (twice baked) almond or chocolate croissant AND their onion danish (all pictured below). We try to switch it up but keep reverting to these four staples. We haven't tried their bread, cakes/tarts or cookies yet, but we plan on it soon (if we can ever stop ordering these pastries). Stay tuned. read more
2 years ago
First time here and there was a large assortment of baked goods to choose from! Most of which were breakfast-y items, but also had a handful of dessert-type items as well! The chocolate cake was pretty standard, nothing crazy. The hibiscus and citrus tart was the show stopper. I'm not usually a citrus lover, but this was very well done. The salty nuts helped cut the citrus flavor, which otherwise may have been a bit overpowering. They also added a nice crunch! I would definitely come back to try more. read more
2 years ago
Cool open concept space shared with other local businesses. Strictly breads and pastries. I decided on the hibiscus citrus tart a thought everything looked pretty good. They had sold out of things by the time I was there which was a loud an hour before closing. read more
2 years ago
What a cool spot. The vibe is super cool. The he staff was awesome. Loved the food. The twice baked almond croissant was tasty. The top half is super crunchy (almost too much), the bottom half nice and soft. 3/5 The egg tart. Spicy, cheesy, full of flavor. Needed a pinch of salt on the jammy egg. Wish it was served warm. 4/5 The double chocolate croissant. My favorite item of the day. Definitely a top tier chocolate croissant. 5/5 read more
3 months ago
2 years ago
Just another post in appreciation of my undying love for Machine Shop because nothing will ever measure up to this phenomenal place. Onion tartlet is on par with their famous jammy eggs. I cannot get over how beautiful their work is, and how somehow everything tastes better than it looks read more
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1901 S 9th St
Philadelphia, PA 19148
East Passyunk Crossing
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Are they open Thursdays and Fridays? The website says they're open Thursday through Sunday, but online ordering only works for Sat/Sun, so I'm thinking maybe Thu/Fri are walk-in only?
They are indeed open on Thursdays and Fridays but it's just for walk in sales as far as I know.
