Feb. 2026 - Mario's is the last of a dying vocation. I guess because theres a lot of work involved and you have to be up early in the morning. I believe they are the only bread bakery, still around this area, that bakes their own bread from scratch on the premises. Most Supermarket chains will tell you that they bake theirs fresh. What they don't tell you is, it comes in frozen and they bake it in the back, if that much. It's like a Pillsbury biscuit, you buy it at the store in a raw state, you take it home and bake it. Not quite the same thing, as truly homemade. They have a variety of baked goods, stuffed pastas, and Italian delicacies on the shelf. To me, the prices seemed very reasonable. The staff is always helpful and cheerful. There's sufficient parking and a few handicap spots near the door. It's clean and it's organized. read more

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We have been buying our freshly made bread from Mario's for more years than I can count. Delicious, daily made fresh bread is just incredible. The staff is always so polite and wonderful and it's a really casual mom and pop environment. For us, it seems to be an impromptu meeting place where we run into friends and neighbors. It's a must and you can't find better bread for at least 1000 miles. read more

awesome bread!! and raisin pumpernickel. Always go back for more. . Friendly staff too.

I remember when they first opened. A tiny gem in Hopewell. We loved it. Simple concept. Modest store. Small. Now that I've moved back, this is the hottest place in town! Bring cash or check. Lots of options of fresh bread and some baked goods. The crumb cake and chocolate chip cookies are delicious. Staff is always super nice. Highly recommend. read more

Absolutely the best bread around. I get bread here often and I especially love them for parties.

I grew up in Rockland County and have fond memories of visiting Rockland Bakery and walking through the aisles and aisles of bread. I was really happy to find Mario's and no visit there ever disappoints. I try not to go in with more than $20 in cash that way I'm not buying half the store but everything we've ever tried is wonderful. I never leave without at least 2 prosciutto breads and coffee cakes. It smells heavenly, the breads are outstanding, and the service is always friendly and wonderful. Bonus points because my son gets a small roll and a smile each time we visit. read more

Want to real bread? This is your local stop. Spiral rolls, ciabatta, and all of the remarkable, yet simple loaves for your family table, or a special occasion. Tip: CASH ONLY. There is an ATM inside but you will pay $3.50 additional dough to get your bread. read more

Fresh bread is always good. Mario's bread is fresh. Other than that, I didn't care for their bread. It didn't have an Italian bread texture to it it... It had a focaccia crumbly texture instead. Also the lard bread had almost no meat in it. read more

Great food and amazing service. Very customer first oriented. The decor is tasteful and nice inside.

The semolina loaves I purchased were wonderful, delicious, fresh, and perfect. The outside was crusty and the inside was soft and tasted wonderful. If I'm in the area again I will definitely be back. This is real bread the way it's meant to be, with people who know how to make it. And the lady behind the counter was very friendly and nice. read more

Wonderful homemade Italian bread Place is small with a few other products like fresh ricotta and mozzarella cheese Good service read more

Bread..... For get about it. Fluffy, soft and warm in the bag. Always get extra or it'll be gone before your get home. Lines? Anything worth having in NY has a line, just get in it and you'll be glad you did. Mario's No Advertising The Bread & Pastas speak for themselves. Blessings read more

Blessed with fresh baked in my town. Never had better!!! All of the breads are worth the visit.

Best bread I've ever had!! From now on when I'm invited to someone's home, I'll be bringing a loaf each of olive bread and prosciutto!! read more

Simply the best bread in the area! The Olive Bread is fantastic if you are looking for something different!

AMAZING breads! SO fabulous; the best around, hands-down! Today, I purchased a loaf of Italian, French, 6 hard rolls, and a loaf of Semolina bread and it was about $12.00. Very reasonable prices for sure. In the past, I've purchased a loaf of Chibatta bread and zeppole, and they even have Irish soda bread, with or w/o the raisins. I got a few loaves of that for St. Patrick's Day this year. EVERYTHING is house-made and is to die for- REALLY! The staff is very friendly and they work their tails off to make fine, high-quality products and please their customers. A++ read more

Go early , go often. Bring cash or be prepared to use the ATM and associated fees. The smell of yeast in the parking lot is enough to manipulate you in to purchasing more than you'd planned. I loaf of Italian bread turned into a loaf of olive bread, a dozen garlic sticks, and a long , drawn out mental conversation regarding how much ravioli one really needs. P.S. the bread froze well and was amazing days later. So so so goooood. read more

This spot is a real gem. Fresh baked bread and rolls. I wish there was a place like this in every town, but I am super thankful Mario's is in MY town. Fresh great bread made everyday. read more

I always get my bread here. Best baked bread ever! Pasta is also homemade so pick up some next time you go.

Authentic fresh oven made bread, great local business and a must to stop at if visiting or passing through town!

Best bread in the area! The french/bastone and italian bread are always fresh and never last long in my house! Marios also has fresh pasta, zeppole, fresh mozzarella and pizza dough. The staff is fast and cheerful. If you are in the area, you MUST stop by! read more

Mario's Brick Oven Bread - Bastone and Italian bread - Bakeries Near Me - Hopewell Junction, New York

If you are looking for amazing fresh NY bread, this is the best old school bread in the Hudson valley by far!

Hands down has the best bread especially French bread for stone krumkake all different types of item I definitely recommend to visit this place just got out of holiday as there was a lie down the street which once you try their products you understand why definitely is a bit pricey as prices have gone up on everything but I think it's hard to justify 350s for a small French bread but that's just my opinion always great service read more

Bread is delicious and fresh. The addition of a small breakfast nook for bacon egg and cheese w coffee on a buttered roll could add a lot of income, esp from me lol. read more

It's been years since I've had bread from Mario's, I just moved back and I was so excited to have bread from Mario's. It was the best bread around, but when I went this week, I have to say he has changed his recipes, you can't just bite a piece off, you need to bite and pull it off. Hopefully you don't have false teeth. It's like glue now, when you sneeze it together flat it stays flat, too much yeast ? and his slice loaf had big airy holes in them, hardly any bread. I miss the old Mario's bread. Business is still good like always there's lines out the door. I'll stick to Franco's Arthur Ave bread the old fashion way. read more

My family's Hopewell junction natives and MY father Bradley Beneway Retired owner of Hopewell Septic fell in LOVE with Mario's Bastone Bread, when he moved to Southern Illinois 25 years all he has said is Man I miss my buddies but I miss my Bastone bread! So anytime I get to go home i have to bring him home 5 loaves! Lol Thank you for the awesome friendship you shared with my dad cant believe hes 80 and keeps going. read more

Bread bread bread bread bread bread bread bread bread bread bread bread bread bread bread bread bread AND fresh pasta AND delicious crumb cake! read more

Mario's has good quality bread, very surprising for up in this area. A lot of the restaurants around the area get their bread from Mario. Whenever I need fresh bread I make sure to come over here. The only issue with this place is they don't accept credit cards, which in 2019 shouldn't really be a thing anymore. read more

Holy cow! Just the best bread and bread products north of the Bronx. Crusty outside and moist inside. Worth the wait on line.

Fantastic bread, huge French, bastone and amazing dinner rolls, don't forget to go on the weekend to get their sugar coated small sticks, ( I know they're called something else but I can't remember the name ), you won't be able to stop eating them. During Christmas and thanksgiving you will be on line out the door and up the street, get there early. read more

Very good bread and pizza! I usually go here when someone is over and my whole life they've been very friendly. I really don't have anything bad to say about them. read more

Best bread within 50 miles! Unfortunately, they only take cash for payment so it significantly reduces what I purchase during my visits. read more

Best fresh bread in all of New York State. Can't get bread anywhere near as good as theirs.

Best bread. Go in the morning to avoid a line. Chocolate chip cookies and raviolis are delicious. Fresh ciabatta and dinner rolls always!

I drive 30 min to get the bread especially olive bread this place is amazing I wish it had cookies and sweets make some flan, baklava some cheesecake but I know I know to much to ask LOL a girl can only dream heheh try the goodies you won't be disappointed. read more

The best bread in the Hudson Valley!!! My family gets bread here every holiday and special occasion especially, along with every now and again just because. When you wait on line before a holiday its always funny to see every one who walks out of the store go to their cars and immediately take out a roll or piece of be\read and start chow wing down before they even leave the parking lot! The only down side is waiting in line on holidays, but even then the staff works quickly and happily to get you every thing you need, and get you in and out as fast as possible. Other wise there is usually no lines! Definitely one of the best kept secrets in town!!! read more

Mario's is your down home feel good bakery. Several years ago, I had my Chocolate lab with me and stopped at Mario's for some excellent bread. The intoxicating smell of the fresh bread was and is so wonderful my dog could not control himself, jumped out of the car, ran into the baking area, and ran out with a whole loaf in his mouth. I was mortified, embarrassed as Mario came walking out behind him. I apologized profusely and immediately offered to pay for the loaf. Mario waved it off and said it was okay and for that I sincerely thank him and think about what a nice generous man he is. All of his products are as good as it gets, you will not find any better bread, pasta, cheese. Bread is life and Mario's keeps us alive! read more

the best bread and pasta you will ever find He must have been on Mullberry street where all the great food was made

Best bread bakery around. Also has homemade pasta, Ravioli, etc...Recently reno looks super nice and staff is always nice. If you are getting stuff on a holiday GO EARLY but line moves quick. Never didappoints read more

We are new to the area and what a great find! So far we have only tried the olive loaf and it was delicious with just the right textures - chewy on the outside, soft and tender on the inside. We will be back soon! read more