This is a super cute Brazilian bakery in hillside. They have great salgadinhos - their coxinha with catupiry is my favorite. They're sandwiches are pretty good but I like to sub out the bread for their fresh baked French bread. Much fresher quality. Their cakes and pastries are very hit or miss. Sometimes they're delicious and fresh and sometime they taste like they've been on the shelf for a week. They do great daily soup specials throughout the winter so check those out read more

This is an authentically brazilian bakery. The staff is all brazilian and they were helpful in taking your orderz The empanada's looked like they have been sitting there but they weren't bad though. They have brazilian sandwiches as well. They arent great if you are on a diet. The minerinho had everything but the kitchen sink... steak, chicken, potatoes, etc. It was good but you need to see a cardiologist after. Very greasy but probably great for a hungover. The desserts were decent. I don't know that I would come back but glad I came. read more

I love the chicken salad and the coffee is the best in the town! They get busy in the mornings so Make sure to wait. It's definitely worth it though read more

The service wasn't good. I bought a bread which was poorly baked and a bit expensive for the size.

Flight delayed. Needed to kill time. Thought it would be fun to try Brazilian sweets for only the second time. Nice boy behind counter. Served us a chocolate covered strawberry of our choice. To our surprise, there was a layer of what tasted like a dense coconutty cake batter between the chocolate shell and strawberry. Pretty yummy. We also had a huge slice of passion fruit and caramel cake that was pretty outrageous...so decadent! I think the top layer was condensed milk, which is probably what helped send us into a sugar coma. I loved the passion fruit and whipped cream layers. Overall, a good experience. read more

I never go to this bakery, it was a last minute need for some Natas (custard cups). They are a portugués pastry. I waked in, I noticed the natas in the display case, to my far right ( I didn't have a good view) I order them. When I get to the car I open the box and see the horrific and embarrassing product. I grew up on this traditional pastry and i also work in the food/bakery industry. I felt very embarrassed for the portugués culture. See picture (this is not a Nata) - it doesn't look appetizing at all. Would you eat it? read more

Pao De Mel Bakery - Portugués Nata - Bakeries Near Me - Hillside, New Jersey

The most friendly staff and an amazing bakery! Pao de Mel specializes in a variety of Brazilian snacks, treats, and lunch options! From their many offerings such as acai bowls, salads, or sandwiches & burgers to the most delectable and rich brigadeiros around! One of their most elusive menu options is a Brazilian burger of monstrous proportions. Labeled "Mineirinho," this sandwich was topped with burger, sirloin steak, chicken breast, ham, mozzarella, bacon, corn, potato sticks, egg, tomato, and lettuce. Besides obvious structural problems of the sandwich, and the extreme clash of meat flavors, it was an overall great burger for $9. The bun was house-made as well and tasted very fresh. read more

Pao De Mel Bakery - Minerinho! - Bakeries Near Me - Hillside, New Jersey

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My friends and I are not from this area and one of them is Brazilian, so she needed a good place to feel like she was at home. We've all been here multiple times and I personally like the espresso and baked goods. My friend tried the rice and beans and said she didn't feel like she was back in Brasil which was sad to hear. Overall though a good place for a snack. read more

Oasis was closed when I stopped by yesterday, so I drove a few more yards to Pao De Mel. It took about three tries to land a parking spot because there's probably seven spots max that is shared with a convenience store next door. The layout of this Brazilian bakery is simple--glass counter displays, large menu on the back wall, a hanging TV, and some tables; no frills. Pamonha ($4.50/ea): Yes--$4.50 each. I've never tried this before, so I was pretty shocked to know I was paying quite a bit for what I thought was merely a mini-tamale. However, this was pretty darn good! It's a sweet corn-based paste/dough with a cheese filling that is steamed in corn husks. The texture is soft and definitely looks like a Mexican tamale, but it is sweet. The cheese was nothing special--chewy and overpowered by the sweetness. Brigadeiro (Chocolate bonbon/truffles w/ Sprinkles): Chocolate overload--chocolate outside, chocolate inside, and chocolate topping. If you love sweets, then consider giving these a try. The fudge inside was thick and very sweet, a bit too much for me. However, I am not too fond of chocolate, so this may be just right for others. Pao Segura Marido (Ham and Cheese Bun): Pretty standard and pretty good. Ask for the buns with the cheese that is a little burnt if you like the extra chewiness and saltiness! The bread is soft, so don't let the appearance fool you; it's not dry. The ham was nothing special, but with the cheese and the bread, it makes a good snack. Pudim (Flan) (~$2.50/ea): Very creamy, soft, sweet, and rich! The way they make pudim here is exactly how I grew up eating it. I have no complaints--these were great. The main thing that bums me out besides the parking is the lack of pricing displayed; don't quote me on the prices I listed. I'd probably come back for the Pamonha, pudim, and the X-Tudo sandwiches they make. read more

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I always stop by here when I am driving through Jersey. They are an original Brazilian bakery. They have lots of options to pick from and their drinks and finger foods are great for a quick snack. You won't be too disappointed if you stop in here. read more

The cakes are AMAZING!!! Dulce de Leche with passion fruit is delicious!!! I also ordered a cake (dulce de Leche with nuts) for a party and was delicious!!! There was nothing left. If you like Brazilian cakes this is the place! read more

Pao De Mel Bakery - The "doce de leite com maracujá" cake is AMAZING!!! (Dulche de Leche with passion fruit). - Bakeries Near Me - Hillside, New Jersey

Pao de quiejo!! If you want Brazilian food definitely come to this bakery everything looks soooo good always. Love it here read more

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The cupcakes were not fresh at all. I had the chocolate filled napoleons it was so hard. This was my first and last time going here. I wouldn't give it to a dog. read more

Didn't have a chance to order. Walked in and walked over to the counter to the 3 ppl behind it. Yes, they were in conversation but a customer just walked in. Not one person looked my way. Even when I was standing at the counter with money in hand. So, my self and my money went elsewhere. read more

I always get the pan de quesos from here but this time I got cheese puffs and Mina's fresh cheese and my fathers birthday cake which was their famous dulce de leche with pasión fruit !! This is a great spot for a quick breakfast or lunch and pastry to enjoy a nice celebration!!!! read more

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A well established, authentic Brazilian Bakery it reminds me of many I've visited in Rio De Janeiro. Filled with native speaking Brazilian's, authentic pastries, cakes, desserts and even soups of the day. The extra items for sales such as Brazilian coffee, butter, delicious cheeses and other treats fill in the gaps of what you thought you were missing. Are you close to Newark? Waiting for a connection at EWR and have time or perhaps live close by but didn't know this gem was here? Drop by for the fresh Brazilian French bread or cheese bread (pão de queijo). Either way you won't be disappointed. read more

I'm only giving a two because there's some things I enjoy from this bakery but the afternoon girls are SO RUDE. Especially one with a tattoo on her forearm. What's her problem? Looks like she doesn't want to be here. It's 2018- customer service is EVERYTHING now and days But I do enjoy my coxinhas read more

I only stop by to get the Latte (galao) which is not better. It's definitely cheaper than getting coffee at DD. Do not stop here if you are in a hurry, it's usually packed and you will spend 5-10 minutes waiting. The staff are helpful but very slow. One or two more attendants would really help during the peak hours. read more

I visited this place with my girl a couple Sundays ago for the first time. I really enjoyed it. Certainly not the first Brazilian Bakery/Cafe we've been to, but so far the best local spot we've visited. The pan do queijo has fresh and delicious, the coxinhas were not fresh, but still very tasty. The only downside, to me , was the parking situation. Granted it was probably one of their busiest times, but even in moderately busy times, there is not enough parking. So in summery...good food, nice staff, great centralized location, bad parking. Will consider walking there next time :-) read more

I'm only giving this place one star because it's close by and their soups are decent. But I have grown so sick of the customer service in this place. If you don't speak Portuguese they ignore you, roll their eyes when they see you coming and are just plain rude. I've experienced their rudeness so many times but I use to suck it up because it's the only place close by that makes decent soup and my three year old likes soup for lunch. Today I had enough. Not only were they rude to my ten year old son when he didn't understand them but when I came in to verify the price because their soup is usually $4, they ignored me, when I they finally answered me they said it's $5.34 because it has shrimp, with an attitude. I said "ok I'm just asking for the price." I stand there with the extra dollar in my hand and my arm extended towards them and get ignored some more. I say " ok who has the money?" As my son had already paid them $5. Lady who takes my dollar rolls her eyes and looks annoyed. There's a bag on the counter and I ask," is this the soup?" Another employee from behind the counter yells, " YESSSSSS." Now if I didn't have to drop my kids off at school i would have told them how tired I am of them right then and there. I'm going to start driving an extra 10mins to the next soup spot cause this place is not worth the horrible customer service. read more

Service is extremely slow. Last time I was there it was around 4pm on Sunday and they served me soup that had gone bad. It tasted horrible and it got me sick. I have given this place a second chance after bad experience before, but this was the last straw. Don't waste your time or money, just go to the other bakeries around. read more

Love this place, breakfast sandwiches, chicken sandwiches and burgers are soooo good!!

It's packed but it's not great. The bread are normally fresh and good, but sliced cakes , normally not. So.. Check it before taking a bite. Still a good place and can get much better.. read more

What we Brazilians expect from a Brazilian bakery before anything is a fresh, warm French bread!!! It's what we miss the most!! If a Brazilian bakery can't handle a awesome French bread, it means one star is being very generous with it!!! One word to say about their bread "horrible"!!!!. read more

I was introduced to this establishment when a client of mine had some of the Pao Queso (little cheese rolls) brought over by their son. They were awesome. I have been going for awhile and love them. Usually we have a drink and some of the empenadas and other snacks they keep in the heating unit on the their display case. This last visit we tried the Everything X Sandwich (not sure what the X is for? they also have X Sandwiches with Hamburgers and other variations.) It was so good. It had Egg, Ham, Potato sticks, Other Things I can't remember but it was so good and a bit sloppy. the ingredients for each sandwich is listed on the board so you will figure it out. read more

Wonderful very sweet staff and environment..even though I am of a different ethnicity I never feel uncomfortable not being able to pronounce the baked goods..i always get a dozen smiles even from the customers..LOVEE IT! read more