Colonial Bakery is a must if in Lavallette, NJ. What a lot of patrons in line didn't know (maybe…read morethis is new) is that online ordering is available for next-day or future pickups. Seems like that is the way to go if you're a summer local or are looking to do something time sensitive. The requirements for this are detailed on the website. If you're coming for the summer and don't mind the whole experience of taking a number, waiting in line, talking to East Coast locals, and taking in the sweet smells of the bakery...then enjoy the wait! The "Crumb Bun" or crumb cake as we call it, is what we also come here for because it's the "it" thing us West Coasters don't get on our side. What I noticed is they do individual pieces, a whole cake that serves 6-8, platters, with Bavarian cream, filled with slices of cinnamon apples, and a bag of "just the crumbs". We went with a whole crumb cake to take back to feed the family/guests, and a few decorated Sesame Street cookies. They have everything here though - from donuts/pastries, bagels/rolls/bread, fun cookies, cupcakes...you name it. They also have coffee! All in all get there close to opening, pre-order if needed, or just enjoy the crumb cake ride.

Best crumb cake on the Jersey shore. Be prepared to grab a number and wait if you don't order…read moreahead. Always a line here--even at 7:00 am. Prices are high, but, they gotta make their money for the year in just a few months. I will return.

6/2024: it's summer and back at the PP beach…read more Toni, the bakery owner, was so gracious and accommodating with us and replaced the strawberry pie from our Thanksgiving visit. She's hard working, and so sweet to offer us a key lime pie. Also, the crumbcake cheesecake (we discovered the delicious dessert at Atlantic Offshore FishRey & Restaurant over on Channel Dr., PP, NJ) and had to source the baker. A combination of cheesecake and crumb cake makes a truly tasty treat. So yummy. Thank you for rectifying the issue. It was nice to meet Olivia, store clerk, too. We'll be back to try the chicken pot pie in the Fall; read it's really good!

GF- I am always looking for ways to make my life easier and delicious. Finding 502 BC was a…read moredelight. The Carrot Cake is moist w/real carrot bits and the sour cream icing is delightful. Also loved the raspberry crumb, yum!! Peanut Butter cookies and raspberry almond cookies were so good, my husband who is not GF enjoyed their goodness, too. I can't wait to try more. Only one disappointment was no scones, still searching and hoping.

We stopped in here today. Their last weekend of the season is Halloween this year. Every baked good…read moreis delicious! Their cookies are the size of my head, not even exaggerating. They have a vegan and gluten free dessert case that's separated from their other baked goods as well. Very accommodating when it comes to tree nut allergies also. Always a pleasure coming here. Have a great winter and we'll see you in the Spring for more goodies!

They are so helpful and accomodating. Friendly service and their cakes are beautiful and they are…read moreso creative. Their elephant ears are delish. We always make a point to stop in while we are in town.

I tried the chocolate peanut butter truffle, which was cold, rich, sweet, and delicious. I also got…read morethe maple praline cheesecake and chocolate chip cookie dough cheesecake. I thought they were both really tasty and I especially loved the dark chocolate on the cookie dough one. These desserts were also sweet and rich, and while the texture is different than a dairy cheesecake because it is made with vegan ingredients, I thought it was enjoyable. The person behind the counter was polite and helpful, and the inside is clean and cute. My husband can't eat whey products, so I'm grateful to have something somewhat local to me that is freshly and creatively prepared. I can't wait to go back and try more of their treats!

Normally I really don't go out of my way for vegan food-but you wouldn't know it was vegan unless…read moreyou knew. Strong flavors, great taste.

Huge variety, everything is delish. The biscotti is by far the best and so many flavors. Also has…read morethe best, fresh butter cookies.

What a great bakery - the Willy Wonka of bakeries. We were kids in a candy store in awe of all the…read moredelicious choices available. So many choices of all kinds of everything Available -Everything was delicious. My personal favorite was the crumb cheesecake. We will definitely be back again soon.

Simona's bakery has a great selection of cookies and other desserts. I really enjoy their large…read moreselection of biscotti's and different flavors as well as they have two different types of rainbow cookies, one with a apricot jelly and one with what I think is a traditional raspberry jelly. They also have a selection of butter cookies which are really great if you're bringing a box of something somewhere. The last time I came in I tend to be indecisive with so many selections and the woman behind the counter was very kind and patient with me waffling on what I wanted to get and how much of it I wanted to get. She even happily wrapped up the box because I was bringing it over to my sister's house. The shop is small but it does have a lot of items and to be honest if it was much bigger, I don't know if it would change much outside of having space for people to sit down which seems outside their business model. This seems like a great place place to stop if you were going to someone's house and needed to take a box of something or if it was the holidays and you wanted to get some desserts to bring. There is also the occasional self-indulgence and I really enjoyed the rainbow cookies.

Unprepared when they open the doors at 7 AM. Empty shelves and still baking stuff that should…read morealready be on display. Quality of bake goods is menza menza. Had to go back three times today for simple bread rolls that should have been out when they opened up an hour ago. Counter service is weak and slow which only adds to a negative experience here. Bottom line: NOT recommend! Muller's bakery of Bayhead eats their lunch all week long and then some. Go here instead, it's worth the drive..

FABULOUS croissants. My hubby just had surgery and couldn't eat for over 24 hours. When he could,…read moreall he wanted was a croissant from Nick + Sons!

Love this place. Always fresh. Best croissants at the shore. Go visit nick and sons asap.read more

Tried Anello's for the first time today with a Too good to go surprise bag. So many yummy treats!!!read more

I know Anello's is off the beaten track (Higgins Ave, Brielle), but it is well worth the visit…read more Whether stopping in for a quick, last minute item or a pre planned order, this bakery is great. Their Magic Bars, Funfetti Bars, and Key Lime Bars are a hit. They have a selection of Gluten Free items. I've pre-ordered cheese cakes in the past and they are amazing. This place is a must try!

Good quality and friendly staff. Fresh ingredients, thoughtful help to decide on appropriate menu…read morefor a planned event

Stumbled across the place while a doing a 5k in Asbury Park. There was a decent line of…read morecustomers. The walls have pictures of musicians and they were playing rock music over the speakers which fit the name and the vibe. I ordered the Ice Ice baby which a brownie with frosting and also the Not you Little Debbie (Gibson) oatmeal cookie crème pie. They were delicious. Next time I'm in the area I'll make sure to stop by again.