I grew up in the 60s, and Maplewood Foods and Bakery was the only grocery store that the neighborhood folks needed. The bakery and meat market were legendary. So glad to be able to frequent it when I'm in the area. read more

Sooo yum! We grabbed a few things from here to go - a bit hit and miss, but the delicious things were soooo delicious I'm already dreaming of going back. The treats: The apple fritter was so good! And the almond croissant, light and flaky and full of almond flavor. We also had a raspberry filled donut, which reminded me so strongly of childhood and kid birthday parties - such a lovely fun nostalgic treat! The cronut, upon first bite, was one of the most delicious sweet snacks I've had in a long time - ours was underbaked with raw dough in the center, which was a bit of a bummer, but the parts that were cooked were phenomenal, and I can totally see the hype. The eclair - this I would definitely pass on. Maybe not a popular item? It tasted pretty stale, with weirdly bitter icing and stale dough. But everything else was so good, we didn't mind a few misses. Lots of families bringing kids and toddlers for sweet treats in the morning, and we'll definitely be back to try more sweet treats and probably some breads as well! Lovely bakery. read more

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Best bakery around! Baked goods are great and so fresh and delicious. Service was great and stock was plentiful

I absolutely love my neighborhood bakery Maplewood Bakery! Blink and you might miss this small bakery located next to a liquor store in a small strip mall off Frost Avenue in Maplewood. The employees are always friendly even when they are busy pumping out pastries all morning. The prices are very reasonable and I'm always a favorite at work when I bring donuts in to share! Don't let the small storefront take away from the wide variety of products they offer! read more

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This is an old school bakery, which I love. Like stepping back 40 years in time, but the pastry is wonderful. Worth the trip for nostalgia and delicious eats. Staff friendly. Don't let the parking lot throw you off, .......like I said, old school. read more

On my way to go biking I've seen this unassuming place and decided "this is the time!" and pull in really quick. Looks are definitely deceiving because this neighborhood bakery is absolutely fantastic. The shop is pleasantly bare-bones with just a few racks of bread, pre-packaged pastry, and cake slices. The fresh case had a lot around 8am and there were a few large bread orders waiting to be picked up. I was curious about what was what and prices (there aren't any posted) but the person helping me out was amazingly helpful and friendly with all my questions. The baked goods themselves are top-notch, if a little one-note. Donuts, fritters, "croissants", danishes, etc. Most of the doughs seem to be made from the same base and covered in either a (very) sweet glaze or caramel. The donuts and "fried croissants" were insanely light and flakey. Like my perfect donut texture. That glaze, though, is insanely sweet. I had to knock some off. The fritter was solid but I wish where where actual pieces of apple. Each thing was less than $2 so I have to say, for the money, this long-standing bakery is more than worth a stop if you're in the area or looking to pick up an order for a group. Will be back for sure. read more

I will start with the service was good. But the product? Very obviously 2 or 3 days old. NOT good. dry and really, when you go at opening, shouldn't the product be fresh? I get things are tough now, but you are not helping yourself by serving leftovers. so old there was no flavor left. I tried several items and it was all hard and old. NOT the comfort food I had imagined. So sorry. read more

Randomly stumbled across this bakery and let me tell ya, I'm so glad I did. Stopped in Saturday morning for a variety of donuts. I immediately saw the Cronut and knew I had to get it. Let me tell you... a must get! It was so fresh, soft, melt in your mouth, eat in the car goodness. I shared this with my nieces and I'm sad I did, but I'll be back.we also got an old fashioned, Carmel roll with pecans, long John, donut holes, and cinnamon roll sign frosting. Everything was so yummy and fresh. Also enjoyed a loaf of bread... so fresh. The service was excellent. Everyone was helpful and patient. The bakery is a hidden little gem. The place was clean, small, and has lots of baked breads and cookies for sell. Prices are fantastic! I'll definitely be back. read more

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I love Maplewood bakery, it's very nostalgic when you walk in the doors. The Only bakery I'll eat from at this point. This old world bakery is not like what you are most likely used to, bc this is quality. The donuts have a density to them, none of that light airy crap. I'd tell you my favorites, but then too many ppl will want them! lol Don't listen to that bad reviews, I've literally been coming here for over 30 years. My mom has been going to Maplewood bakery since the 70s. This was a place my grandparents loved as well. There is nothing better than a made from scratch pastry/donut from a recipe from our prior generations. The owner Mike is a very hard working man that has kept this place running with quality products for over 20 years. I pray this place will always have an owner like him running it to keep the customers getting highly quality delicious baked goods. Please support this small business that's been in this spot for decades so they can keep it going. It's well worth the drive, in my opinion. Oh and they do accept credit cards now! Just has to be at least $5. read more

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You can tell that they take pride in their product. I got a variety of donuts and they were huge! Definitely recommend. read more

Delicious, affordable, clean inside. Service is always great. The outside of the building is a little iffy looking but this place is top notch. Many options for donuts, cakes, breads, and unique treats. read more

The last of a dying breed? This is quintessential no-frills neighborhood bakery. Great service. Great products. They're off the main drag, so you'll need to seek them out... but they're worth it. read more

This place is drooling good. Everything about it!! The long johns The muffins The cronuts The fritters Just buy it all and don't regret it or think about it. It's all so good. Muffins are eels to freeze and take out when you want as well - pro tip! read more

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Finally, a bakery that is more focused on their product than their aesthetic! This hole-in-the-wall bakery has some seriously good donuts. Heads up for the budget-conscious...they didn't have any prices posted so it's best to call ahead and ask. We will be back for sure! read more

What a Gem !! Good morning to you , and what a treat . These donuts are yummy and local totally made day . Donuts are all located behind the counter behind glass . There also was some cookies and brownie type treats on display for a fast grab and go! Most important they have orange , juice , milks and water for sale as well to wash anything down . *Please bring cash !!* Most small businesses do better with this vs Credit card charges that will help them a bunch . If you're going to bring plastic there will be a $5 minimum so just grab as much as possible and share the local news with your family and friends! Again try bring cash you'll be happy you did because things are fairly priced and to me I always so not worth the swipe! Give them a try . read more

I've never been in this part of Maplewood. This is the type of bakery boomers grew up with. They have such a variety of everything. I spent $19 and they are not a rip off. The standout dessert is the Napoleon. Huge, so creamy and tasty. The cream is more of a pudding and plenty of filling. There are 3 sections and you'll find something in each one. I'm anxious to try the pumpernickel bread with onion. I sampled a date bar, brownie, and a donut hole. I managed to stop there, but it wasn't easy. I have a blueberry muffin for breakfast tomorrow. The parking lot is pothole after pothole. read more

Love love this bakery. Cronuts are aaaammmazing. Get there early or you might miss out on your favorites

OMGoodness!!!! Kudos Maplewood Bakery, a co-worker shared some donut-holes. I had regular glazed, cinnamon/sugar, chocolate covered and these were THE BEST I have ever tasted!!!! I definitely will be checking out your bakery - Thanx Cindy for the treat today :) read more

Wow, this place is fantastic and found it after class. This place is weirdly placed next door to a liquor store. But, they have some of the greatest variety of cakes, pies, and donuts. I usually go for their angel food cake. However, I did try their donut from a friend which was still moist when I tried with my wife at the end of the day. For valentine's day, I got a medium sized cake for $9 which was nicely decorated. It was marble which was a mix swirl of chocolate in vanilla. Perfect without too much frosting like other places:) read more

My spouse stopped in and brought home some things to try. We were really disappointed with everything purchased. The donuts tasted like the grease they're fried in and the chocolate icing/ganache didn't taste right. It almost had a funky flavor, not nice and fudgy like it should be. The date cookies were not good either. They had no flavor and tasted like they were missing sugar, vanilla, etc. Plus they use shortening, not butter, and you can tell the difference. The bread was ok but nothing to rave about. I really wish I understood why people say their goods are so delicious because nothing we tried was noteworthy. We won't be going back. read more

Local business that keeps the tradition of fine baked goods alive! This bakery is so much like the one in my neighborhood growing up: fresh breads, pies, cookies and other delights. read more

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This place is a classic, adorable, no-frills bakery. The donuts are delicious and the cookies/bars I've tried are delectable too. I haven't tried the breads yet, but there is a nice variety of fresh-baked breads loafs and rolls. read more

This is a hidden GEM. I grew up in this neighborhood and am kicking myself for not stopping by 20 years sooner! My family makes a weekly Sunday trip to Bogart Donuts, but no more. Maplewood Bakery makes the best Cronut and cream filled donuts. This is our new favorite donut shop - do your self a favor and stop and get yours. read more

We purchased our wedding cake through maplewood bakery and we couldn't have been more pleased staff is extremely friend and efficient!! We will be coming back for all of our future cakes. read more

My bakery items were delicious. I got a dozen donut holes for the family, I'm actually not a donut fan but these were delicious. The rye marble bread was light and not overpowering. The mnm cookies were a treat. I'll be back to try their other offerings. read more

They are usually busy and still take time to provide great customer service. The prices are not too high and the items are fresh and delicious. I highly recommend this bakery. read more

Amazing doughnuts! I have been going there since elementary school on Friday's to get doughnuts with my dad, I always get the chocolate glazed long John (filled of course!) and it amazes me every time! The staff is awesome and I love this bakery! read more

For One this is the best place to get donuts in the twin cities, and here is why, even if they are 2 or 3 days old they still taste great. They are just great. I have had donuts from all over, and they are my number one place to get them. Brian's review is 5 years old, I do not remember not being tables by the window. Maybe he did not notice the two tables there. Brian I disagree totally the donuts are actually one of the best. And also if they brag about all of them hello and wake up they are good. I have tried many places and none came close to my local bakery in Maplewood. It is okay he did not see the place as special but I do. We all have out expectation. Many places the donuts may taste good fresh but not good later on. This is not the case with this bakery. I would give it a 6 star rating if I could. read more

Love it here. Accidentally found ourselves here and think it must have been serendipity. Old school donut shop with super tasty treats and breads. Is it the nicest? Is it the Shiniest? Is it the Newest donut / pastry shop in the cities? NO! However, is it worth the drive in to get tasty treats that are made with love? YES! Although, I was struggle upon arrival....the bakery shares an entrance with a beer store and the sign beer to the right, no beer to the left, almost made me walk right! (See attached photo) The bakery took me back to a time as a kid when we'd snag donuts after Sunday mass when the donuts were ask big as my face and insanely sweet! read more

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This is our family's bakery. There are many family birthdays in June and I go to Maplewood Bakery for each and every birthday cake. The bread, the brownies, the sandwich buns, the cakes and pastries are all excellent. My husband loves maple frosted pastries. If the maple pastries are sold out, the sales associate will gladly take something from the case and have it maple frosted. You don't get that kind of service from a "chain" bakery. This is an old-fashioned neighborhood bakery. Please support this business. read more

I was a little disappointed as I drove up to this bakery to check out their donuts. It looks dumpy from the outside and is connected to a liquor store. I was further disappointed when I looked in the window and saw no tables or chairs. My daughter and I went in anyway. When I asked one of the ladies behind the the counter if they had a particularly special donut or one that was more popular than others, she just sort of shrugged her shoulders and muttered, "people just buy everything." So I was disappointed further with that conversation. They have some filled donuts that are filled by simply slicing them in the middle putting in filling and putting it back together. I think this is probably a good way to do it, and it let's them put more filling in. My daughter ordered a custard bismarck type thing, and she said it was fine. (she isn't the best food reviewer). I ordered a long john type thing filled with vanilla cream with chocolate frosting and a folded type thing filled with cherry. The folded thing was unremarkable, I wish I didn't order it. The long john was excellent and I was glad I ordered it. Since they claim no specialty, I'm going to declare their vanilla cream filled long john with chocolate frosting their signature donut. I could go for another right now. I didn't think this place was anything special. But at about 8:30 on a saturday morning there was a rather steady stream of people coming and going. Go for that long john! read more

Exactly what anyone wants in a bakery. So good, if you are thinking about going you absolutely should. The cronuts and cake donuts are life changing... read more

This little corner store bakery is amazing! Delicious fresh baked bread and the little ones loved the donut holes! Bring cash, no CC's read more

I found this place by accident due to a detour - lucky for me! It's an old-fashioned bakery that actually smells like one. Rolls and cookies were fresh and delicious. Will return again! read more

Best bakery I've been to. The vanilla cream filled long Johns are the best donuts I've ever had and my family loves them too!!!! I always look for the best cream filled donuts when I go to a bakery and by far these are the best! It's a hole in the wall place but those are the best gems! The best food comes from these kinds of places and you won't be disappointed. Don't expect class A customer service, it's a small bakery with people just trying to make a living. read more

The neighborhood bakery is becoming extinct. Two of my kids have worked here. It is the real deal. I especially enjoy their apple fritters and their caramel pecan rolls. read more

Best apple fritter in the world and I don't eat apple fritters. You can get beer next door too.

If you like old fashioned bakeries then this is the place to go. It's not a fancy place, but the products speak for themselves. I love the caramel pecan rolls!! I have enjoyed everything I have tried. Prices are very reasonable also. read more

Awesome bakery items and very friendly staff! So nice to be able to find places like this are around. Prices are good and also has a good selection. read more

Maplewood Bakery made a beautiful cake for my wedding in November. This place is the real deal! The cake was beautifully decorated and tasted awesome! I loved working with the bakery as well. Other thank cakes, the Maplewood Bakery has an amazing selection of dinner rolls, donuts, bread, cookies, and bars. This is truly a neighborhood joint that has been baking fresh stuff for years at affordable prices. I would recommend this excellent bakery to anyone that wants to have freshly baked products at affordable prices. They also do custom orders for holidays, birthdays etc. This place is a gem and not to be missed! read more