Pan Y Cafe

Lobster tails delicious I couldn't eat more than one. They…read moreare so filling. These were the best I've ever had comparing them to several great bakeries in my city

Wanted to try the famous 24 hour bakery, Bova's. It's been around for over 100 years and I can tell…read morewhy it has so many fans. There was a line, but it was fast and efficient I tried the Coconut Cake, the cake itself was moist and freshly made. The coconut filling in between the layers were absolutely delicious.I thought the outside frosting was a little too sweet for me. I also tried the Plain Ricotta Cannoli, since the Florentine was sold out. It was not made to order, but still freshly made. I really enjoyed the richness of the cannoli and the shell was not too sweet. I will say this bakery is the most affordable, I got both these pastries for only $11.

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Parziale's Bakery

4.5(186 reviews)

2.6 mi•North End

My favorite bakery in the North end! When perchance will…read morethey re-open? I love their shop and products!

Nice bakery. Around the block and gets the spillover customers who look at the long line at Mike's…read moreand say, I'll try something else. That was us. We had probably a dozen cannolis. Taste test of sorts from different bakeries. Nice bakery. Just not the best. My Italian husband says not as good as the popular place. I agree. The crowds seem to, too.

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Luberto's Pastry Shop

3.4(220 reviews)

1.0 mi

This isn't just an Italian bakery. It is an Italian bakery for the Jolly Green Giant. The sheer…read moreSIZE of the pastries and treats here will make your eyes bulge. No exaggeration, the eclaires and bismarcks were double wide and at least 10" long. Three people could split an eclaire, oh my gosh. We bought an assortment of cookies, pastries, bread, and pizza. Everything was fresh and excellent. We took our pastries a few minutes away to the seashore and indulged in the comfort of our car for fear thise famous Revere seagulls (which are also giant) would swoop down and steal our sweets. A well-run, quality shop with ample selection for your sweet or savory craving. A local landmark for good reason, and worth the drive from anywhere in the region.

Glitzy shop on Broadway with shiny neon lights and mirrors that resemble a 1970s mall food court…read more Lengthy showcases of pastries of different types and ethnicities, from Italian to Jewish to Latin to pure Americana. Tiny tables-- a dozen or more for your dining pleasure, and they even have table service. Tiny toilet upstairs for your convenience. -- Blueberry Muffin: Nice dome with a well extended overhang, though on one side for lopsided amusement. Blueberries tiny but densely distributed. Everything very soft and spongey, even the dome. Flavor very sugary. Decent muffin. I've had far better. I've had far worse. -- Half Moon / Black and White Cookie: There's a lot of misunderstanding regarding this item-- which is really items (plural). A black & white cookie is more of a New York thing, with a firm cookie base and a thin, hard-shell glaze on top. A half moon I believe is a Boston thing, with a cakey bottom and a thick, soft frosting on top. What's served here is closer to half moon, although I found the base very dry and the frosting too thin. Definitely a frosting though. Not much flavor from the chocolate. Lemony notes from either the white half or the base. Much like the muffin, not the best. Not the worst, either, but a lot closer to worst than best. I liked the atmosphere, the iced coffee, the vibe, and the cheerfulness of the ladies behind the counter.

Fresh breads. Our stick was delightful.

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Katz Bagel Bakery

4.4(275 reviews)

0.6 mi

I have been coming here for decades! Amazing every time! I…read morehave, personally, tasted every flavor of bagel......not a bad one to be had! The pizza bagels and hot dog bagels sell out quickly, so it's always a treat to see a nice tray, or trays, of them! They are amazing! The hard outer crust of the bagel is complimentary to the chewiness of the interior of each bagel. The service is quick but caring and patient. The atmosphere is clean and all business. Cream cheese (regular or flavored) and lox are also available for purchase.

With many recommendations, I finally made it to this local gem in chelsea!…read more Great neighborhoody interior with a lot of tasty options on the menu. I had a pizza bagel and got a garlic and an onion bagel. All were extremely tasty and well made. This place lives up to the hype. I hope to be back son for the bagel dog!

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Casablanca The House Of Pastry

4.2(91 reviews)

2.0 mi

I had to wait almost 50 minutes for one small item. I never received my food. Had to leave without…read moremy food and without the refund. The cashiers are so inept. I had to return to get my refund later in the day as they simply did not know how to refund from the till. The service here is completely dysfunctional

This lovely new restaurant is conveniently located in the same plaza as my son's favorite…read moretrampoline park. I am deeply thankful to have actual real food nearby, not just a McDonald's etc. I go there with my son and my baby, and the people there have always been very kind and welcoming, despite my son's behavior not always being the calmest! Their falafel plate is delightful. The French pizza was also delicious, I had some with chicken and roasted veggies last time I was there and it was sooooooo good! I am curious to try their crepes. They also serve breakfast, eggs etc. They also have delicious coffee and FABULOUS pastries, so fancy and they taste just as good as they look! This place is always busy, don't be in a rush, it's always a nice friendly atmosphere.

Breakfast plate vs Casablanca sandwich!!!

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Elm St Bakery

3.6(121 reviews)

1.1 mi

I have been visiting Elm St Bakery since the early 1980's as a child. All of our family celebration…read morecakes came from here. We love all of their items!! It is a clean and friendly ambience with so much color in the baked goods. Fast service and smiles. This bakery is always a definite stop whenever we go home to visit.

Been coming here for at least 30 years and the quality has gone done as the prices rise. Now as…read moreanyone knows when bread keeps having giant holes in it is not being handled properly by the baker before hand. 4 Why does my bread keep doing this? : r/Breadit To prevent large, unwanted air holes (or tunnels) in bread, bakers focus on proper fermentation, firm shaping, and degassing the dough. Key techniques include avoiding under-proofing, degassing the dough thoroughly after the first rise, using adequate gluten development, and creating tension during shaping to ensure a tight crumb. Key Techniques to Prevent Large Holes: Proper Fermentation (Avoid Under-proofing): Large, single cavities are often caused by under-proofed dough, which allows gases to expand unevenly during baking. Ensure the dough is fully proofed. Degassing and "Knocking Back": Gently but thoroughly deflate the dough after its first rise (bulk fermentation) to pop large gas bubbles, preventing them from becoming huge pockets. Firm Shaping & Surface Tension: When shaping loaves, make sure to fold and roll the dough tightly to eliminate gaps. Pop any visible surface air bubbles with a toothpick before the final proof. Proper Scoring: Score the loaf deeply enough. If the crust forms too fast and gas cannot escape, it can lead to "flying roof" or tunnels. Avoid Excessive Dusting Flour: Too much extra flour during folding can create, rather than prevent, big holes in the crumb. Check Dough Handling: Perform 3-4 gentle "coil folds" during bulk fermentation, rather than over-working it, to strengthen the structure

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Adela's Bakery

4.8(5 reviews)

2.2 mi•East Boston

The best quesadillas ever the flavor is so good it their quesadillas tastes so good I go there all…read morethe time their delicious I recommend this bakery.

Cute little neighborhood bakery. I believe it's a Salvadorian bakery. Not a lot to choose from in…read morethere looks like they do a lot of wholesaling I did have the pleasure of trying a fluffy puffy flaky pastry with pineapple inside it was extremely fluffy extremely flaky and the pineapple was great I'm not sure of the name but I'll definitely be back for a second one another day. The clerk was very polite I assume he's also the owner. The premise was clean and well kept. Give it a try great little place.

La Deliciosa. Rosca

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Peach's & Cream

3.3(22 reviews)

0.6 mi

" Great cakes , delicious, fresh and attentive staff " This…read moreplace is golden . The staff is super attentive and helpful , from the minute they answered the phone . I was able to get my husband's birthday cake same day . Price is very reasonable for quality and taste Z. The vibe is very friendly and welcoming. I enjoyed my time with the staff picking up a birthday cake , lol. They also put some decorations and the name of my husband on the cake . Parking is difficult but manageable.

Brioche with cheese--unbelievable!!! We reheated for 10 min at 350 and it was some of the best…read morebread I've ever had. We also got some very nice ice cream.

The reason I'm not allowed near birthday cakes anymore Oops . Still super delicious!!!

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Our traditional Peach's & Cream cake

El Buen Sabor Bakery

5.0(2 reviews)

0.5 mi

" Salvadorian Pastry GODs"…read more This place is a Salvadorian bakery in Chelsea MA. The pastry is excellent. The juice in baggies super good and fresh . The price is great for the portion size and value. They are super warm , welcoming and super friendly. The ambience is friendly. Plenty of meter street parking . The bakeries are made fresh every morning . I hope you have an opportunity to try this Gem .

ciento que estoy comiendo en casa con el bueno sabor siempre amablea todos los días y productos…read moresiempre frescos hechos todos los días

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Tous Les Jours

4.2(75 reviews)

2.9 mi

The strawberry cloud cake was amazing. I am dreaming of it. I want to try the mango one next. We…read morealso got the cheesecake and wish I would have gotten the chocolate cloud cake instead. It was good but nothing special. Lots of yummy bread and pastries too!

Food is outstanding. Pricey but worth every penny of it…read more Beautiful store. Excellent service.

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Estefania L.

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31

11

8 years ago

Love this place! Already third time this week and it keeps getting better. My vanilla latte is awesome and i keep trying different pastries (which it doesn't help with my diet lol)The girl that's there every morning is so nice :) I'm glad to have a place closed to work other than going to Starbucks or DD that keeps getting your order incorrect. Let's keep helping local businesses! read more

Minghui W.

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7

6

7 years ago

We are definitely coming back to try more dishes next time. All in all, we were impressed a lot with this restaurant. Every dish was a masterpiece, beautifully presented, and so much freshness. Thank you so much for our decent delicious meal. read more

José V.

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1

0

9 years ago

Would have given this place 5 stars but the rudeness from some of the workers makes the place look bad

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