A sign outside says, "Since 1933". The flakery pastries, the fresh breads (white/wheat/salt rising/ pumpernickel, etc) and cookies reflect this long experience. Obviously, it skews to Polish specialties, but the standards are here as well: Donuts, sugar cookies, fruit danishes. Exceptionally friendly clerks (one of whom is the owner as well) who make you feel instantly welcomed. Lots of parking on the street outside the business. The neighborhood is suffering, but there's lots of traffic to this gem. read more

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Finally, after missing out on catching this Polish bakery when its open had the opportunity to stop and wasnt disappointed. Being Polish, "chursciki", rather purchasing it in a bakery, or making it homemade was something that I grew up on as a favorite Polish dessert. I was quite suprised to see that they were sold by the pound, at $ 15 if your not looking for too many,its worth a try. The only downfall is they werent covered and crunchy enough like Im used to eating. The rest of the sweet treats, cookies, bread, rolls and pasteries were inexpensive. Fun fact learned, the bakery makes the pretzels for Flying Bison Brewery that they sell. If your looking for a traditional, non commercialized bakery be sure to check out " Mazurek's " in the heart of South Buffalo. read more

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I was looking for the best 'pączki' in town. Since we can't travel to Canada, I had only a few ideas about where to find real, traditional Polish baked goods in Buffalo. I don't usually look for them, but this time I truly wanted to look for 'pączki' and share some thoughts. Damn you Yelp! Imagine that. Mazurek's bakes all kinds of goods since 1933. My food snob friend says, they have the best rye bread in the Buffalo area. They still use "a brick oven with a steam boiler that was installed in the '30s. The steam is used to provide the famous rye bread with a nice firm outside crust while being perfectly soft and moist on the inside of the loaf." I think, also their secret is to make everything with heart. I saw only smiley faces and experienced warm greetings. It's not an elegant place. They focus on offering Polish-style breads, cakes, cookies and pastries at reasonable prices. Hopefully by sticking to traditional recipes, they won't change under a new ownership. About their 'pączki', I have to say, they met my expectations in most of the categories. The size was just right, about a hundred grams, not too big. They were nicely covered with a delicious shiny film of rum glaze. The color also was just right, golden brown with a visible lighter ring around the middle. I like how dense and spongy they were. The shape wasn't exactly consistent. So, I asked the person at the counter to give me the prettiest ones. Some were too flat, some had too much filling which I wasn't a big fan of. Their traditional black raspberry filling is too similar to regular donuts -- over processed and gooey. It was still good, and I'm sure most customers will find it perfectly delicious. The price is very attractive, only $1.20 per each sweet goodness. Buy a half or full dozen and the price is even lower. I know where I'll go next time, if I need a loaf of bread. I already picture a perfect Reuben sandwich with homemade dressing and slowly cooked sauerkraut with gold, sauteed onion. read more

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It was the day after Paczki Day (if you know, you know) and these folks were still serving delicious, house made baked goods with smiles on their faces. I asked if they had any paczki left. Rookie mistake. I could see yesterday's frenzy flash before her eyes. Yet she playfully laughed & politely said no, so I ordered a cherry turnover & dipped. It was flaky, gooey, fresh, immaculate -- everything you'd want out of a turnover. Basically an adult toaster strudel that was made with a little more love & a lot less preservatives. I mean, look at her! The shop felt like standing in your Oma's kitchen while she slaved away to keep you overly fed at all times. So so homey & wholesome. read more

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I stopped here yesterday morning to see how this place was. The service was great. The employee was enthusiastic. There wasn't much to choose from. I had a coffee and it was just okay. I bought a peanut stick donut and some anise cookies. The anise cookies were good as was the donut. The place was laid out well and I liked the set up. I wasn't too blown away by this small bakery though. Eileen's takes the cake in my book. read more

Great rye bread and amazing cherry cheese danish . Close to Adolph's pub and Carbones pizza. Both excellent places to eat and then go to Mazurek's for dessert read more

Normally, my honey goes to just get poppyseed dessert from you today she got your rye bread OMG that is the greatest rye bread I've ever had in my life and she's gonna be pissed when she finds out. I ate most of it so I guess I'll be seeing you on Tuesday read more

Be Happy go to Mazurek's Bakery!!! You will be greeted with a warm smile and wonderful bakery smells. A family owned shop with unique items based on their Polish heritage. If you're a fan of rye bread you won't find any better!!! The experience will have me making the drive over from Niagara Falls again read more

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Traveled from Dunkirk and stopped by to taste what they were offering. They still had a wide variety of baked goods late on a Friday evening. Purchased a loaf of rye bread, which brought back memories of the ones I purchased in my younger years.(Delicious) Also purchased cookies (Valentine's themed), grandkids loved them. I also purchased an apple pastry with frosting that was delicious with my coffee in the morning. Everything was great and reasonably priced. read more

I stopped here for "the best paczki in town"... and it did not disappoint. I will definitely be going back. It's a small shop on South Park in the First Ward. Very friendly service. It's inexpensive for all that you get and it is very delicious. The paczki was so good. Like, SO GOOD. I am going to make it a tradition to go back every year! read more

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We always get here too late in the day, But this is The Best Bakery in western NY. Always has been, and always will be... The Danish is absolutey the Best Ever!!! Only my grandmother made things like this!!! read more

Excellent customer service. Best rye bread ever! Huge variety of cookies. Very clean. Every time we visit Buffalo we visit Mazurek's Bakery.

The Old First Ward that brings back Fond memories for many, Myself included. St. Bridges Church, The Old Neighborhood Irish Day Parade, McCarthy's Tavern and of course, Mazurek's Bakery. Just before Easter I had the cravings for some rye bread, You Know the kind, that once melted in your mouth with out the spreading of butter or jams and then some cookies that looked like they were taken from the oven just a few minutes ago... Well, Unfortunately the cookies weren't fresh or made that day and the rye bread left a lot to be desired. I was told I should call ahead, Kind of like making a reservation. where the bread that came out of the oven would've tasted that much better and the cookies they to would've tasted much more fresher. But once again, unfortunately they weren't. That's the difference between, (the good ole days ) and now. That's why You can never go back. read more

If you try to do a corn maze and you are very clumsy and accidentally destroy the maze, then it's just another Maze-u-wrecked. Which is exactly what this little First Ward bakery is named after. Mazurek's bakery is a Buffalo institution and bakes some really awesome sh**. I think their Rye Loaf is super famous and I definitely like it, but I also think it's hard and dry and not great for sandwiches, so you might want to try it yourself before taking my word for it. Similarly, I heard they make fresh hot donuts, but whenever I've gone in there they weren't hot, and when I had them, on the one hand they tasted really good, but on the other hand definitely not fresh and straight out of the fryer, and maybe a little on the drier side. I will re-up this review when I get the chance to try the donuts fresh-fresh the way they should be, but for now it gets a very solid 4. An excellent bakery that is steeped in tradition, and everyone that likes bread and home-style bakeries and Buffalo legends, should give it a shot. And did you know the owner of Mazurek's also owns an Italian Car company? Mazurati. Speaking of which I was impressed when Britney brand-name-dropped Maserati in her "Work B**ch" video. Mainly because of the way she looked in that video. But anyway. read more

Love this neighborhood bakery !! The smell will draw you in and make you forget what you even came in to order. Can I recommend literally everything they make?! From pastries to donuts to pies and breads, it's a dream in there. The owners and staff are very sweet. Then you cash out + it's extremely inexpensive for what they offer. A truly hidden historic gem in the OFW. Make them part of your family or work traditions. They bake with love for sure. read more

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My wife is a great cook. So when I say I LOVE THIS PLACE it is because it has both great old world recipes, and people in the back room that know how to bake them into life. My wife sets a high polish bar and this place surpasses. OK, the shelves are not always full at the end of the day. And not every item may be on the shelves every day of the week. But isn't that life? Please drive a little out of your way to find this place and then walk in the shop prepared to try something different, delicious, and desert ish. read more

This is a real old school Polish bakery in the Old First Ward South Buffalo neighborhood just outside of downtown. The Mazurek's have been running this place since the 1930s but its been a bakery since the 1890s. The one must get item if you make the trek here is the fresh made rye bread. Oh my gosh the bread is so good. Its great for making sandwiches or toast or whatever you want and they'll slice it for you or you can buy it non sliced if you want. In addition to the rye bread pretty much anything you buy here is going to be good. Their custard doughnuts were great and their pastry hearts (a Buffalo speciality) I'd recommend as well. They do paczki (pronounced poonch-key) on certain days (check their website to see which days) which are basically giant Polish doughnuts. Its in the city so they don't have a parking lot but this isn't a very busy area of Buffalo so you shouldn't have problem finding a spot to park right in the front of the bakery on S Park Avenue. This place is definitely a Buffalo classic in my mind so be sure to check it out! read more

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I would give this bakery 10 stars if I could. The baked goods are delicious and the service is excellent. I work for a local company that is located nearby. We have called them on many occasions to order cookies for on-site lunches, cakes for retirement parties and danish/muffins for meetings. As we are located nearby, they deliver which is super convenient. The cakes are always top notch. We just ordered cookies last week for a luncheon and ran out because everyone loves them. Last week I went to a restaurant in Niagara Falls with my husband. Our salads came with rye bread. I took one bite of the bread and told my husband how delicious it was. When the waitress returned I asked where the bread came from and she said Mazurek's in Buffalo...what a pleasant surprise!!! read more

People need to spend more time supporting places like this because big box / manufactured stuff doesn't come close to this quality. This is what they are all trying to mimick read more

Love the Polish rye...fresh w/caraway seeds. You can purchase sliced or unsliced. Go unsliced so you can gage the thickness yourself. Makes great bread bowl for dip for football games. Donuts were a hit esp. the maple nut. Not very many bakeries left like this so don't miss out. read more

I have been on the hunt for the best rye bread in Buffalo for years and I have found it. If you go in morning its still warm and amazing. Everything thing they have is delicious. Delicious paczki, almond claws, eclairs ...and on and on. Its worth coming here...you will not be disappointed. read more

A Buffalo staple, the only of its kind. Fabulous New York rye available on Fridays. Regular rye on the other days. Donuts flipped fresh in the back first thing every morning. Ty and the team are wonderful and accommodating. With a little notice they can prep any order you request. I got some Danishes and coffee to feed my construction workers on a rainy Saturday. Also, a strudel is a great way to offer a treat to folks I. Your office. Great bread and baked goods made the old world way, with a lot of care. Some of you may think that it is not the same since Jack and Carol sold... But Ty is doing them justice and their legacy will prevail. read more

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Oh dear Yelpers, if you haven't been to Mazurek's, you've been missing out on a true hidden gem in the Queen City. Pumping out bread and pastries for 80 years strong and counting, Mazurek's is a little neighborhood spot the like of which I wouldn't expect to see in Buffalo. Snugly settled into an ages-old storefront with a store area itself no bigger than a breadbox, Mazurek's is admittedly short on amenities. Heck, they don't even have tables and chairs to sit on. The charm here is all old school. What Mazurek's does have is the best rye bread I have had in years at an incredible price, hearty and full of that slightly bitter yet delicious rye taste cleansed from the mass market breads found at Wegman's and Tops. This is bread I will be back to purchase three or four loaves at a time to freeze to ensure that I never run out. When that apocalypse comes, Twinkies and rye will be my salvation. What Mazurek's does have is hearty carrot and chocolate sweet breads uniquely suited to a Sunday morning brunch. What Mazurek's does have is a group of people who understand customer service, who will explain to you what they make and how they make it, who will give you time to come to your own decisions before adding sage advice, who give out free goodies in celebration of their 80th year of operation! I have only given four stars to Mazurek's presently because I have not yet tried any of their cakes or more traditional pastries, elements for which any review of a bakery would be sadly incomplete. I look forward to updating my review shortly to reflect the fact that I believe this to be thus far the best bakery in the city. read more

I was dying for some good, seeded sour rye so I sent my daughter off to Mazurek's. She was to purchase a two pound rye and some Napoleans. The rye was purchased however we needed to revert to plan II as far as sweet treats go - no Napoleans. Mazurek's only offers paczki on the weekends so that was not an option. We agreed on six donuts and two of what she described as "cheese squares". The "squares" turned out to be two Polish style cheesecakes. They will be eaten, no question, however they are not as how I remember the cheesecake of my youth. I cannot detect the layer of sour cream which should be on top of the actual cheese portion. I am also not so crazy about the pastry base. The donuts? Well was I pissed when I saw them. They are not filled as one might expect with a tube inserted into donut center, they are sliced and slabbed with filling. The anxiety over these lasted until I tasted one, or maybe two. I can say that they are like nothing I've had before! The actual donut has more of a "cro-nut" consistency. The filling is delightful! My angst turned to joy and happiness prevailed in our humble abode hunkering down to ride out a storm of epic proportions. read more

Went to this businesses website to check for locations and noticed they had a stand at the broadway market --went there to find the stand closed . Proceeded to go to the store on south park and asked about the broadway market stand and was told it was closed permanently. It would be nice if they kept their website current and up to date to avoid unnecessary aggravation. Just saying . read more

Never been her before. Glad I did. It was delicious. Only really got cookies as I was with my 4 year old niece. The decorated cookies are what we ordered and they were so yummy. Definitely check out this buffalo staple if you get the chance. read more

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Delicious paczki and a really cute place to visit. I can't wait to try all of the other fresh items.

Delicious rye & Polish baked goods! Warm, happy peeps to greet you on even the most gray days of Buffalo's winters! read more

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The maple walnut cinnamon rolls..... OMG so good..... the best i have ever tasted... And the fudge brownies unreal brings me back to the brownies the Iroquois bakery (used to be on Main St. Near Morris Avenue). This bakery is the best!!# read more

Hands down best cream filled donut I've ever had. All the others we had were tremendous as well. They are not the prettiest donuts I've come across, but who cares. Forget the hipster places, stop here! Hidden gem! Very good! read more

The best bakery in the city of Buffalo, If you haven't found your way to this tiny treasure yet? do so fast!

New York Rye outstanding, doughnuts like they used to taste when I was a little girl (many, many years ago) when we had a bakery in every neighborhood and they made REAL doughnuts. No skimping on the ingredients. Do yourself a favor and stop. Of course, if you don't like rye, there are other selections which I'm certain are just as good. A bit out of your way - hey it's only geography. I'm signing off now to have the other half of my doughnut. read more

This is your no frills old fashioned bakery. You know, the kind that does not exist in many places anymore. It has been around forever and has character. They bake several kinds of breads, cookies, desserts, and use left over dough for noodles. I stopped in today (could barely get in the door), the day before Easter so all they had left were cookies and some breads. We did manage to get a huge slab of cheesecake. I have never had cheesecake like this, I don't know if it is a ricotta based one or what but it is delicious. I can't wait to go back to try more of their baked goods. read more

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I ordered a Birthday cake for my son who is a freshman at UB. Being so far away from home, I was unable to get a cake to him personally for his first birthday away from home. The owner Ty personally delivered the cake to his dorm and confirmed that it was properly delivered to the right place. The best part of it was my son said it was the best cake he and his roommates ever had. This is saying a whole lot all four are from NYC or just outside of the city. I cannot wait to go to the bakery personally in a few weeks when we go up for the family weekend. Thank you Ty!! read more

A for History, but it looks very rundown. Woman serving us was nice. Prices are high, but the donuts and baked goods purchased were tough and not to our liking. read more

Very friendly and easy going employee/staff. The 'treats' are off da hook! So good, unique and wonderful spot for Buffalo, NY. Buffalo has some 'treasures', this is one of them. read more

Brownies were light. I could have made better brownies from a box. Donuts were so dry and stale that someone could have choked. The flavors of the donuts were terrible as well. They had an ad for pretzels on Instagram for "pretzel day" but when I went there and showed the lady the ad she said they never made those. That's false advertising. I would never go back. read more

No stars nothing like the original Mazurek's everything dry/stale and very over priced!

Fantastic service and product. Great to see this buffalo staple continuing with the traditional faves and moving into the 21st century.

Haven't tasted doughnuts this good in many years. May you guys last as long as the original owners.