When you walk into New York Bakery, you're greeted by a hand-drawn chalk sign declaring "Tomato Pie The Best in Philadelphia." Well, they're right. The pieces of tomato pie here are huge and only $2.50 each. The crust is thin but manages to be both crispy on the outside and chewy and airy on the inside. The tomato sauce is perfectly savory, with just the right amount of herbs. While I preferred the classic red pie, the white pie with cheese, onion, and a couple of tomato slices was very good as well. Note, the place is cash-only and takeout only. read more

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Friendly Service Fresh Tasty Cost-effective Nice selection of: Rolls, bagels, tea biscuits, pizza. Danish and muffins on weekends. Nostalgic neighborhood gem read more

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This place is legendary. Classic old school south Philly joint. Friendly family business. We have their pies at every family party and every celebration. I could eat it everyday! read more

Very friendly owner and welcoming. The tomato pie is popular. $2.50 a slice. A dozen slices is humongous, nicely placed in a big pizza box. Perfect for a party. read more

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Been on my to do list for years but was always hesitant because of the name. We Philadelphians have a perennial chip on our shoulder regarding all things New York but I have to say, it was one of the best pure tomato pies around read more

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Bagels only on Saturday and Sunday. Nice place. My aunt swears by the pizza dough. I believe it is cash only

Italian Bakery Tour - New York Bakery I've been baking for the last 3 years, since COVID began, and while I've had some successes, I haven't yet mastered two native Philadelphian baked goods - Hoagie (or "sub" or "grinder") Rolls and Tomato Pie, an Italian-American/Philly take on Sicily's Sfincione Palermitano. So, one day in April 2023, I partnered with my Yelp buddy, Gerald S., to traverse the Greater Philadelphia area, visiting five well-known and respected Italian bakeries, sampling those two things. I wanted to understand the nature of those breads, to understand their common traits - size and weight, density, crumb size; and, in the case of Tomato Pie, the sweet/acid/spice taste of its sauce. Of course, none of the bakeries that I visited would share their recipes, but I hoped to return to San Diego with a good idea of how to fiddle with recipes I have on hand, to make hoagie rolls and tomato pie similar to those I ate in Philly. NEW YORK BAKERY Owner Stephen Candeloro is a traditional baker, trained by his father and connected by family history to his bakery. What's more, though Gerald S. and I only spent 20 minutes with the man, enjoying an informative tour of his place, believe me when I say that Stephen is a personable, kind and amusing man, naturally dedicated to pleasing his customers. I'd bet all the money in my pocket that no one that meets him would say otherwise. Hoagie Rolls Stephen didn't hesitate to share the ingredients that he uses for his rolls: flour, water, salt and yeast, and no surprise there; taken together, those are the fundamental elements of bread. I found New York Bakery's hoagie rolls denser than others I sampled on my "tour," very much a traditional Italian loaf that I would use for table bread or in preparations such as garlic bread, French toast, bread pudding, etc. However, I wouldn't use them for sandwiches. Perhaps the hydration in his bread is lower than at other bakeries I tried, or the omission of sugar and oil prevent the light springiness I'd want in a sandwich roll. Anyway, it's good bread, and if you need something for the table when you're cooking a hearty Italian meal, New York Bakery is your place. The Numbers: The rolls were 11" long, 9" in circumference and weighed ~133g. A 4" midsection weighed ~61g. I estimate the density of the baked rolls at 0.14438 g/cm3. According to Stephen, they're baked at or slightly lower than 450F. Tomato Pie As we talked, Stephen moved around the bakery, loading, unloading and cutting slices of a brand-new, freshly cooked tomato pie, a round, personal one that he shared with us. Its crust had a gratifying snap to it, and the sauce, which was thinner than that used on slices I ate at other bakeries, had an herbaceousness that was quite nice. I liked the fresh slice better than the room-temperature one I bought on my way out. ******************** HIGHLY RECOMMENDED Sarcone's Bakery: https://tinyurl.com/3ssh9u3v Conshohocken Italian Bakery: https://tinyurl.com/4ffak98y RECOMMENDED New York Bakery: https://tinyurl.com/bdhtunz8 Cacia's Bakery: https://tinyurl.com/mw9yf6v8 NOT RECOMMENDED Corropolese Italian Bakery & Deli: https://tinyurl.com/26upuxdx . read more

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New York Bakery on 11th Street in South Philadelphia, was the second stop on the bakery tour with Yelp Bro Omar S. His mission was to find the secret to baking great Philly Italian rolls and tomato pie that he could incorporate into his baking passions at home in San Diego. I tagged along as his driver and assistant in this adventure. I recommend you read his review in tandem with my own to attain the deeper appreciation of this effort. He has the hard facts and figures. I am more oriented toward the local color and enjoyment of the experience. Stephen Candeloro is the second generation owner and chief baker at New York Bakery. His father bought the business around 1940 from the founder of the business. He is still hard at work from early morning to mid-afternoon making the loaves, rolls and beautifully textured and crusty bread. He is also exceeding cordial and warmly welcoming to all who enter his domain with good intentions and curiosity. He came from the back of the shop to greet us when he heard his sister in law who runs the front of the house call him about two dudes who had questions for him. There he was, covered in flour dust, and his hair turned light gray from the giant dough mixer and ancient ovens, with pleasant greetings and his own sense of wondering what the hell we were after. Nonetheless, he showed us around - mixer, ovens and supplies of 50 lbs bags of industrial flour used in his operation. He even opened the door of the working oven to let us look within at the inferno and feel its fury on our faces. Then he really surprised us by pushing his 15' wooden pole into the other oven and lifting out a small round cheeseless pizza and placing it on a work table. Grabbing a small knife he quickly cut up the pie into several slices and offered them to us. Gingerly picking one piece up due to the temperature, I bit into a super crisp wedge. It was delightfully cracker-like on the undercarriage, with simple tomato sauce with minimal spicing on top. Loved it, and helped myself to a second. He was the only one to offer us a spontaneous taste of wares that day. That's me with my arm around his shoulders in the accompanying photos. I found his sandwich rolls to be very good, if a touch drier than Sarcone's. Regardless, they would make an excellent sleeve for any filling, hot or cold. I don't really fancy the standard cold Philadelphia tomato pies, so although I tried a thin slice of the thick sauced top and cold dough base, I found it more or less the same as all the others. Just not my cup of tea. Omar's review has more to say about that. To me, the visit to New York Bakery was the most fun and compelling of all the stops based on our interaction with Stephen and his obvious pride in his family business. He left a far stronger taste than any bread product I ate that day. read more

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If you want fresh bread or tomato pie from an old-fashioned bakery, this is the place. The prices are pretty old-fashioned too. My huge slice of tomato pie was just $2, far less than other bakery tomato pies. It's quite a throwback, as is their bread-baking style. It's a simple setup. You'll walk in to find a small counter with rolls and bread on it. It's just the foyer to the bakery--nothing fancy. Cash only. read more

Had such a great experience! The owner was very nice. He provided the best service, got to know us and even gave us a tour of the bakery and oven. Truly made our philly experience. Will come back here again when traveling back to read more

To start off this is about as old school as you can get. The bread is made in a 1950s oil burning brick oven. That's creates a hard golden crust that you just can't find in a grocery store anymore. It's, crunchy with a soft inside that just amazing for dipping in olive oil or bruschetta. I use it for garlic bread and sandwich. The owner is a great guy who loves his craft and provides wonderful service. Also when you go in for a loaf make sure to get a slice of the tomato pie. The owner makes his own sauce and you can pick your slice. It's some of the best I have ever had! Just remember it's cash only! read more

Can't get more original and old school than this place! Fresh baked italian bread daily on premisis, friendly, family run place. Great bread! Not much else except some tomato pie, but if you want great fresh italian bread, come here read more

The best tomato pie! The service is always with a smile. And maybe a good laugh. And there's nothing like the look of the inside of an old bakery. read more

A local South Philly bakery. But a very recent discovery for me. And unfortunately one and done. Decent ok breads. Nothing better than your Acme/Giant. Did not enjoy the experience one bit. If you're into weird edging on creepy conversation with owners, this is your spot. But it's not for me. I'll go elsewhere even in a blizzard. read more

The best tomato pie. Always consistently delicious. They have perfect size rolls for parties as well. Can not go wrong. My families go to for over 50 years. read more

This is a bakery I had seen before but never ventured Into until today. First off, it's a no frills, strait up bakery. The walk in is very small, with a counter. From the get go I could tell what the focus was. Rolls, and loaves. I must say, I was Impressed with the bread. I picked up two steak rolls, one being seeded and one plain. They were both fresh and had just the right amount of chewiness. Now, let me tell you something else. I'm not much of a tomato pie person but they had some fresh available so I decided to try a slice. I must say it was hands down the best tomato pie I ever had. After nine years of living in this city, I think I finally understand what all the excitement is for quality tomato pie. It should also be noted that the two ladies at the counter were very pleasant. This place is truly a gem. If you want solid bread that's reasonably priced, get in here. read more

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Best tomato /Sunday Pizza.. crust the best & heat at home with some mozzarella slices & you will be addicted!!! Oh & lesser known white with onion is delicious!!! read more

So here's the thing about New York Bakery, they make hands down the best Tomato Pie I've ever eaten. Anywhere! It doesn't make sense why there isn't a line out the door. It's that good It's a bread bakery, they make rolls and tomato pie. No cakes or pastries. But what they do they are amazing at it. The lady and gentleman that work there (I believe they are the owners) could not be any nicer. Super friendly, helpful and accommodating. As for the location it's a totally unassuming store front that kind of looks like a house because they have a white vinyl screen door. It's right on the corner of 11th and Daly. Parking usually isn't a problem because they have a loading zone out front. read more

Best bakery in south Philly. Great rolls and tomato pie! Been coming here for about 40 years

This place is a hidden gem and the tomato pie is really good. I'm glad I got the chance to finally stop in as I live really close. Will definitely come back! The freshly baked rolls and bagels look so good. read more

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This is where we buy our bread. Recently moved to South Philly my wife was born in Italy and I have visited many times. This is the real deal - some of the other reviewers think the bread is dry or tough - sorry folks it is what it is - what it is not is supermarket bread. It's delicious and super fresh. It will not keep as it's not full of preservatives it needs to be eaten the same day or frozen. Bottom line I love this place - and the Saturday semolina rolls are the best I have ever had - anywhere. Tiny place - friendly - cash-only - local gem. read more

Unimpressed. Wasn't crazy about the tomato pie. Tried the rolls and thought they were terrible. You can use their rolls as a weapon. I can't understand why they get all the good yelp write ups. And why is it so hard to find good tomato pie in Philly? I've tried many, looking for something , if not perfect, acceptable. I hate driving to Norristown for the real deal at Corropolese's. Unfortunately, once you go Corropolese, you never go back. read more

Did a little research and found that this place has fresh pizza dough for cheap. So I schlepped down there and grabbed a couple bags of dough -- one bag was about $1.30 and could make either two 10" thin-crust pies or one thick crust. This place is super simple and old school and is nothing more than a few tomato pies, bags of dough, baguettes, and a few other things. This is not Varallo or Termini -- it is fundamentally different. And in its fundamental difference, it excels on all levels. The dough was perfect, the atmosphere unique, and on the weekends they have bagels -- bagels with a texture so ridiculously amazing you wouldn't even believe it. I took the bagels home and realized I didn't have any butter -- but it didn't matter. The bagels are too good for butter. I will be buying pizza dough here for a long time. Or at least until I move to the suburbs. Wait, no, I'll still drive in and buy it here. read more

We were exploring the neighborhood and stopped in to see what this place was about, and the owner I believe, Steven, was so friendly and kind. He starts telling us about the bakery and neighborhood, gives us a tour of the place, all while handing us bread, tomato pie, and rolls on the house- we devoured all of it as soon as we left. We will definitely be back, the bagels look so good! read more

Their tomato pie is the best I've ever had and frankly, I have no idea why there isn't constantly a line out the door for it! Be sure to call and order yours ahead of time on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. (You can get a couple slices for takeout on weekends- 80 cents a pop- they make a great breakfast!) New York Bakery is a great place for rolls and baguettes every day, and on weekends there are bagels too. The bread is simple, inexpensive, delicious, and baked with love. Because, most important of all, the folks who run this place are great people: friendly, helpful, and genuinely happy to see every customer that comes into the shop. read more

Most excellent bread bakery! Unlike many Philly bakeries in addition to the usual long crusty seeded Italian they make a softer baguette that's lovely. Their rolls are great, too. Our faves may be the KKs, katering kaisers, smaller kaisers pre-sliced and PERFECT for entertaining or feeding kids. Their tomato pie is delightful and what we usually bring to parties, esp. in warm weather. Kids and vegans love it and it doesn't need to be kept cold. Semolina bread is another of their standouts. i recommend getting it sliced. Eaten at room temp semolina bread is kinda tough but even the lightest toasting both softens it and gives it a delightful crunchy crumb and awakens a very good flavor. Bread fans really need to try this delight. They also have bread dough, bagels and sweets on Sunday, hoagie rolls and all the best shapes of crusty italian sesame seeded yummy, enchantingly delicate almost perfectly round white loafs, big criss cross round loaves, bread crumbs, and more. Big ups to the staff. I really enjoy all their personalty and hard work. If you've never been you should totally go. You can call in a bread order, too. read more

The best tomato pie I've ever had and I've been a fan for 60 years! I've been all over the country and have never found any better. The rolls and bread are excellent as well. The owner and staff are friendly and accommodating. read more

Clearly my favorite bread bakery in all of Philadelphia. If we are having pasta, this is the only stop we need to make an okay dinner go to WOW. The dinner rolls are the perfect mix of crunchy crust and doughy innards. The sandwich rolls are oversized and delicious. Its cheap as all hell. It rocks. read more

Go on Sunday morning after church and enjoy. I remember going when the mom and dad were around in the 70 and 80s they were the best read more

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This place is great. The best tomato pie. I get rolls and bagels here. On Sundays during Football season I go and get fresh pizza dough and head home to make some mozzarella and the wife and I make our own pies. Love having this place right around the corner. read more

Places like this you don't see much anymore, old school and traditional with great bread.....the Easter Bread is unbelievable read more

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Perfect tomato pie! A neighborhood staple that is adored by everyone. Love picking up pizza dough here to make our own pizza!!

Hands-down the best tomato pie in Philadelphia! Plenty of other options, white pizza, pastries, cranberry brioche, different breads, white and wheat dough. Great family owned bakery, service with a smile and ask Steve for the "Bread Monologue, classic!" read more

I use to got to this bakery on my way home from church when I was a kid in Philly. My family and I have always called it "church pizza", because we would wait in a long line after mass at Epiphany every Sunday. I no longer live in the city, I live 2 hours away but recently stopped in and picked up 2 pies. Let me just say, I was 7 years old again. This bakery is the best!! Not just the best tomato pie but the people are wonderful. Truly, EVERYTHING I miss about being in Philly can be summed up in one visit to New York Bakery. It is old school...they appreciate your business, greet you immediately, give you samples to taste etc. Absolutely, makes me homesick. Just make sure you bring Cash..no cards here and you will want to try everything read more

It's by far the greatest tomato pies you will ever have and it's been tradition in my family for years and hopefully for many years to come and they taste just like no weather people are very friendly it's like a family and it is very clean read more

Best tomato pie (white and red) Best loaves, rolls, etc. and the best service! It's a hidden gem in a city full of not so great bakeries!

Great bread at a great price! I walked in and was almost drooling from the smell alone. $2 for an Italian loaf is such a bargain when it's this fresh and yummy. I will definitely be back! read more

Not to downplay their rolls or tomato pie, because they are truly good at Italian classics. However, someone needs to say something about those bagels! They have best bagels in South Philly! Now, you can get a good bagel on South St or in center city, but if you live this far south it should be a go-to bagel joint. They are huge, with a firm outside and beautiful soft insides. They also toast up amazingly. read more

It's a little corner bakery-literally a bakery, not like a pastry shop with a million varieties-with the racks and ovens and big trays and friendly people who obviously work their asses off. It reminded me of a secret bakery in Florence, but not a secret. What's also not a secret, is that the tomato pie is wonderful, maybe the best in the city. I'll definitely be wandering over if I ever have bread/dough needs. And for tomato pie. read more

I am not usually one who is speechless, but all I have to say is: TOMATO PIE. Period.