Growing up Portuguese, bread is quintessential. One night, my husband and I went to dinner at Bom…read moreApetite, and when the bread basket hit the table, I immediately noticed it was different. Not papo secos. I quickly asked the waiter about it, and he told me it was a loaf from Holiday Bakery. Fast forward to Saturday am....I wanted to make kale soup for the family dinner and instantly thought of that bread. I went early Saturday morning to Holiday Bakery and, as expected for a great Portuguese bakery, there was a line about eight people deep. I bought two loaves for a total of $5.......such a steal. There were so many other bakery treats calling my name, but with it being the New Year, I tried to behave. That said, let me tell you... this bread was outstanding. A semi-hard crust with an incredibly soft, fluffy center. Add a little butter and it melts in your mouth. It was the perfect pairing with the soup, and the kids couldn't stop eating it. Gone in one sitting. Absolute perfection.

Don't change! Anything about Holiday Bakery. Recommend by a…read morenative Acorean to her family member as most authentic.

7:15AM Sunday morning and a steady stream of customers...second in line , one over worked young…read morewoman at the counter attending the customers....several workers talking and moving in the back ground...order the malasadas (fried dough) from a fresh row of them...fresh , soft , crunchy from the heavy but good dosing of sugar, slight fried oil taste...reminds you of carnival food...and a box of pasties de nata...flaky crust, sweet creamy vanilla egg custard filling with a caramleized top ...fresh, sweet, flaky and delicious...plenty of other baked breads and treats ...as I finished paying , about $12 for the malasadas and 6 pasties de nata, another counter woman shows up to wait on the growing 7 person line....good treats if you are in New Bedford

Oh, this is it! Early Sunday morning folks buy malassadas by the dozen in big brown paper bags:…read moresugar or sugar & cinnamon. Except for Hawaii, where malassadas (fried dough) are covered with fresh tropical fruit, Goularts is the best I've ever had. And this is a town where folks are loyal to bakeries that have been making them for families for decades. Customers also pick up some 'pops' or 'papo secos' a dry roll for sandwiches or with dinner, and maybe say a few words in Portuguese. But I also came for nata, the egg custard tarts beloved in Brazil, Macau, Jakarta, and Goa, known as pastel de nata. And they did not disappoint, having both the traditional natas with flaky pastry & brûlée tops and at least half a dozen other types including Nutella, caramel, chocolate, passion fruit and more. Heaven! Service was quick and helpful. The ambiance is cute corner bakery catering to parents who bring home breakfast treats for their kids and family. And there's plenty of parking across the street next to the pretty park, which could be a great place to enjoy a fresh baked treat. Enjoy!

One of the best spots in downtown NB. All baked goods are baked in-house and the quality of each is…read moreamazing! You can even order a loaf of sourdough bread to bring home. Ordered 2 asiago bagels egg sandwiches with linguica, avocado, and cheese; looking to forward to the next visit. Picked up their weekend drop, the strawberry crunch donut -- it was fluffy and extremely delicious.

What a terrific local gem!! There was a line here when we stopped for breakfast but it moved…read morequickly. Having an employee (Victor) assist people kept things moving and he added a friendly personal touch. I loved my salmon and cream cheese bagel and my mom liked her egg sandwich and cheese danish. We got a slice of the focaccia pizza to share for later and the honey/pepperoni was incredible! I also liked my hot golden (ginger and tumeric) latte. Everyone was friendly and I wish I lived closer because I'd be here all the time!! They had an excellent selection of pastries and several other drinks and sandwiches I want to try!

YUMMY!!! Some of the best baked goods Ive had in a long time! All made fresh on location! Her…read morecheescake is to die for and my cousin raves about her meat pies.

My friend and I were on a day trip to the Cape, and we found Gail's Goodies. It looked inviting on…read morethe outside, and we were not disappointed when we went inside! It's probably the best small bakery that I've been to in years. Even though it was a little later in the afternoon, there was still a great selection of breads and meals in the freezer. We picked up a chicken pot pie and had it for dinner. Delicious. Very tasty and the price at $11 or so was great for what we got! I also tried a cupcake and it was so good. Very moist and the frosting was to die for. I believe Gail was the one working in the store and she was so friendly. She took the time to give us directions to the downtown and other places around town. I'm going to make it a point to stop back at Gail's Goodies the next time I'm on the Cape even if it's out of my way! I saw way too many things I want to try and I need to pick up another chicken pot pie!

Great breakfast with exceptional customer service one of the better places in the city go check it…read moreout

Was in over the weekend for the first time to pick up some treats for me and some visiting family…read more I got several things all very tasty and reasonably priced. I only wish that the trays were labeled so I had a better idea of the desserts I wasn't instantly familiar with. I felt a little like I was harassing the baker with all my questions but I would go back again anyway! The woman was patient and the service was great. the corner sitting area was bright and inviting

Ordered 6 dozen hydrangea and rose cupcakes for a birthday party. It was my first time ordering and…read moreI couldn't have been more impressed. They looked amazing and tasted even better. The only annoying thing was that everyone kept asking me where I got them from! I would highly recommend them for any special occasion.

Meredith and her team always go above and beyond for every single occasion! From birthdays to…read moreadoptions, graduations and everything in between, they could not be more accommodating and creative. Usually I have a single little piece of an idea, pass it along to Meredith, and end up with something even more amazing than I could ever possibly imagine. Even hand drawing individual Pokémon characters based on the birthday guy's favorites. Not only are they beautiful, they are delicious, with so many options for flavors, fillings, frostings - and safe for nut allergies & gluten free options upon request. The cakes are also HUGE, and come with cutting instructions to help you get the right quantity of pieces for your crowd. For amazing service, humble pricing for talented artwork and yummy cakes - Artisan is the only one!

The Nook is a really special place. In my opinion, places like Mirasol are extremely overrated…read morecompared to what The Nook offers. The drinks here are outstanding. The Painkiller is fantastic, especially if you add caramel. The Epic Vanilla Skooma is dangerously addictive - the flavor profile is incredible, and honestly nobody else in the area comes close. The Buzz is another excellent choice. The food is just as impressive. Their linguica and cheese rolls are leagues above the competition, and I'd put them alongside the very best around. I highly recommend ordering a regular cheese roll leveled up with egg, bacon, and their house-made hot sauce. If you enjoy a Portuguese style hot sauce, this combination is absolutely worth trying - you will not be disappointed. The peanut butter cookie is unreal; I genuinely wish I had the recipe. The baked goods are consistently excellent, and whenever they have a special, just order it. I've rarely been disappointed by anything they've made. I used to live nearby and honestly miss having this place around. Their pizzas deserve recognition too. They're some of my favorite bar style pizzas in the area. If you prefer an ultra thin pizza, you might lean toward Dipper Cafe, but it's hard to beat The Meatball Thing, the Thanksgiving pizza during the holidays, and many of their other specialty pies. The atmosphere adds even more to the experience. They have arcade style games you can play while you wait, and the music is always great. If you're into King Diamond or heavier music, you'll probably hear something you love. If you live nearby or are just passing through the area, don't skip The Nook. For me - and for everyone I've recommended it to - The Nook easily earns the title of best coffee shop in the area.

-ONE PARAGRAPH REVIEW-…read more The Nook has great coffee. The Nook has great food- not entrés but café stuff: sandwich rolls, focaccias, muffins, etc. The Nook has old school, retro vibes. It has rock music vibes. It has creative, inspirational vibes. It has quiet, read-a-book-in-the-nook vibes but also loud Donkey Kong-guitar riff-crunchin' vibes; depending on the time and the day. It's perhaps a tad too small inside, but that's what makes it a nook. Lots of hot and iced coffee options, food is quality over quantity: get their signature cheese or linguica roll as-is or "leveled up" to make it an egg sandwich because it's the best around. And their focaccias are made like a pizza and imo are better than their actual pizza! Ok that's a paragraph!

Best custard cups in the city!! Everything is good. Fast and friendly service. Hard to decide with…read moreso many options but thats a good problem!!

This place was like a DREAM!! So many options I felt bad holding up the line that was long but…read morefast! The staff and people behind my daughter and I were actually not annoyed and said they get it because of all the wonderful options. Such a cute place that looked amazing. Great vibe Love love love!!