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    Pharaoh’s Bakery

    4.6 (420 reviews)
    InexpensiveDonuts, Bakeries
    Open 6:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Nrsnik W.

    Thank Goodness for google & yelp because this Gem could have been missed without it! Every city I go to, I tend to use social media now for top reviews to guide me. I took a chance on this one & it did NOT disappoint. Ambience: Right on the corner so you can't miss it. I didn't see seating inside but, who needs it. Grab & go is cool for me when it comes to coffee & donuts. Staff: Super friendly from the time I walked in the door. I explained it was my 1st time, they guided me to the menu, and waited for me to select. I chose a dozen mixed & fell in love from the 1st bite. Donuts: AMAZING! Warm, soft, flaky & full of yummy goodness. When your eyes roll back in your head goodness. I texted my mother and told her about it goodness. Next time I'm in the LOU, this will be another priority stop.

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    Zach D.

    Definitely 4-4.5 stars. The glazed was almost perfect (9.8)) Sufficiently iced glazed, a more simple glaze specifically to a good yeast donut (glaze itself could use more vanilla to make it pop) I purchased 3 items total. A glazed, cinnamon roll and a chocolate iced vanilla cake with nuts. Incredibly fresh and soft with perfect density. Service was friendly, helpful. A good place to get a good donut.

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    Timothy B.

    Donuts are sooo fresh. Super soft and flavorful. The staff was extremely nice, held a conversation, made you feel like you belong. There are a few tables, but for some reason it does feel like a to-go restaurant. Welcoming, but they're busy! Nice ambiance.

    Looks yummy but no one wanted to wait on me
    Jesse Q.

    So I went by for a 2nd time i always like to give another opportunity anyways I went in 2 other customers were ahead of me ordering coffee several small children were in the back 4 other employees walking around and a young lady was doing all the work she disappeared one of the 2 customers told me the lone lady was making their coffee I wasn't waited on by the other 3 employees so why is this place open lol...no customer service and apparently not wanting business at this location which is very sad I was recommend ed to come to this location

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    Bethany P.

    Yum! I'm really not a donut person and these were great. Given the choice I would almost always choose a savory bagel over a sugary donut, but these donuts were brought to my work and I heard great things so I wanted to try one. We all loved them. Everyone in the office was ranting about how good they were. I tried a cream filled donut and it was fresh and delicious. It was sweet, but not sickly sweet like I sometimes find donuts. Very good, would try again.

    Cinnamon Roll Donut
    Ann F.

    Quick service. Fresh doughnuts. They taste amazing! You walk in and you can just smell all the wonderful doughnuts. We got apple fritter, cinnamon roll, twist and regular glazed. All were great.

    Amanda T.

    Yes!!! Go...just go! We enjoyed all the cake donuts and fritters but the glazed donuts are the best I have ever had! They are similar to Krispy Kreme's as they melt in your mouth. So worth the wait in line!! Try them!!

    Chocolate milk
    Cynthia K.

    Such a small but cozy place! We came here for breakfast and got an order of 4 donuts to share. We got the glazed twist, long John caramel, apple fritter and strawberry jelly! Our favorite was the fritter. The chocolate milk was super yummy and very creamy! 10/10 recommend. The guy helping us was really nice

    Taylor T.

    Downtown St Louis staple that's sort of off the beaten path but, centrally located near by the arch. You can tell this is a LOCAL business that's had roots here for years; this isn't a tourist trap. It's the "real deal" as Guy would proclaim if this doughnut shop was on triple D. Pharaoh's Bakery is an old school doughnut paradise located inside an old refurbished drug store. If you are looking for sweet treats early in the A.M. then venture to Pharoah's and leave happy. I was meandering a 1 mile radius around my hotel, directly under the arch, and came across a nondescript bakery while searching for a coffee shop, it'll have to do, I thought to myself. Then once I walked inside all my doubts fleeted from me and I instantly felt at home. The way a classic diner greets you and pulls at your heartstrings Pharaoh's provided me a sense of security- I knew I was in for a treat (quite literally) Waiting patiently for my turn, my nose was delighted with the smells of sweet dough and sugar. Once I was up to the counter I went with two cake doughnuts (my favorite) and two filled doughnuts of the yeast variety. My pick by far is the red velevet cake doughnut which melted in my mouth, the rich dollop of cream cheese icing was super sweet and authentic. If you're a cheesecake fanatic I would suggest the filled cheesecake doughnut that had a glazed base and was filled (not stuffed, there's a difference) with a piping of thick cream cheese filling. I'm not a fruit doughnut lover but my friend really enjoyed the sweet cherry filled glazed doughnut which resembled a Danish. There's no fru fru flavors here, the tried and true classics that's had stood the test of time reign supreme and if a old-fashioned doughnut is what you are after then an old-fashioned doughnut is what you're going to get. And sometimes a fried pastry for breakfast just hits the spot especially when it's served up with a smile.

    2 Glazed
 1 Custard Filled with Chocolate frosting
 2 apple fritters
 1 chocolate cake donut

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    4 months ago

    Best glazed donut I have ever had (being so fr) . Also sweetest lady working the front.

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    We stopped on the way to a cardinals game and we are so glad we did! Super affordable and so tasty. One of the softest donuts EVER!

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    Absolutely the best donut you will ever have. Every time we are in St Louis, this joint is a MUST. Love, love, love!

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    Great Staff, Best Doughnuts In The CITY. Black Owned Too. It's Really No More To Say. Don't Walk RUNNN

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    Amazing donuts, all of them, great flavor and texture! Helpful staff and on point pricing! Will be back multiple times

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    Any gluten free options?

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    Do they serve lunch?

    No lunch. Just a bakery

    They don't by chance sell vegan donuts do they?

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    We went here for pastries and tamales. The Tamales were pretty tasty. I am usually not a Tamales…read morefan but these were good. They have lots of pastries selections and they taste not too sweets which is good. I wish the pastries were also listed in English because I cannot tell what they were and just select them with how they look and hoping they have custard inside. There were just too many of them for me to web search it.

    Diana's Bakery on Cherokee Street -- ¡qué delicia! A true St. Louis treasure with beautiful Latin…read moreflavor. The moment you step into Diana's, you're wrapped in the warm, sweet aroma of a traditional panadería -- fresh breads, sugar-topped pastries, and that unmistakable feeling that everything here is made con amor. The pastry cases are a celebration of color and flavor -- pillowy conchas, golden empanadas, trays of vibrant pan dulce, and fresh breads like bolillos and telera rolls that practically beg to come home with you. Every bite feels authentic, comforting, and joyful -- the kind of baking that carries tradition in every crumb. The conchas are especially spectacular -- soft, lightly sweet, with that perfect sugary shell. Pair one with a cup of coffee and suddenly the whole morning feels like a little fiesta. I especially love popping in and picking up fresh bread for Sunday brunch. There's something about bringing home warm bolillos or sweet pastries that instantly turns brunch into a celebration. But what really makes Diana's shine is the spirit of the place. There's warmth, laughter, and that welcoming neighborhood energy that makes you want to linger just a little longer. The staff are so gracious and kind -- the kind of hospitality that makes you feel like familia. Diana's Bakery is more than a bakery. It's flavor, tradition, culture, and alegría all in one beautiful little spot on Cherokee Street. Auténtico. Delicioso. Puro sabor latino. -- Big Daddy Tedd Energy

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    12.2 mi
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    I know it sounds strange to go to the bakery of an award-winning pastry chef/ baker and get the…read moreRoast Beef sandwich, but there it is. I love this sandwich! Roast Beef, horseradish aioli, white cheddar, red onion on a poppy seed challah, oh my. On this day, they had something on the sweet side that caught my eye, a blueberry cream cheese Danish. I am always drawn to blueberry so I couldn't pass it up. I am not much of a sweet eater, hence the Roast Beef sandwich love but every once in a while, there is a sweet treat that I really love and this was one of those times! It was sweet, flaky, and delicious! I had a taste in the car and would have had another 1/4 after the sandwich but I ate the whole thing, I just couldn't stop. I hope they do and hope they don't have this more often!

    Seriously, Five Stars is not enough for Nathaniel Reid Bakery. I'd give them a 10 Star rating if I…read morecould. The shop is pristine. The display cases are filled with works of art, that taste delicious. The staff is cheerful, friendly and all of them dressed in uniforms gives a feeling of professionalism. I enjoyed a Smoked Ham and Gruyere Croissant and a black coffee in house. I was to have a seat at the counter in their front window and relax while my dogs were at the doggie spa up the street. The croissant was super-super flakey and the smoked ham paired beautifully with the gruyere cheese. I couldn't come to NRB and not take home a couple of sweet treats. My favorite treat was the Raspberry Lemon Financier. It was so good the next morning with my home brewed coffee. Then that evening I enjoyed a Lemon Cake whose name I cannot recall. It exceeded moistness and the strong lemon flavor was just what I like. In addition to my treats, I got a Chocolate Chip Pecan Cookie for my fur-babies pet stylist as part of her tip. My only dislike and it's minor, is that they serve Kaldi's Coffee. I'm glad they are supporting another local small business, but I am not a fan of their product. Typically when I know a cafe serves Kaldi's, I pass on the coffee, but I made an exception here.

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    Wei Hong Bakery

    4.3
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    This is our spot for takeout Chinese. Service is quick. The pork lo mein and the wonton soup are my…read morego-tos. Egg rolls are solid. My husband usually gets the roast duck and pork or the General Tso's chicken. Bakery items are available in-store only, in my experience. The azuki bean sesame balls are my favorite!!

    Love love Love. Wei Hong is as tried and true as they come when it comes to Cantonese…read more It is not true Szechuan but they certainly use plenty of Szechuan to add heat to their dishes, and I love it. Every single time I roll with their General tao's Chicken. Every single time it exceeds expectations. Now, this is a takeout Cantonese spot so I have no idea how fresh it actually is. Nonetheless, I love it. I wish they still allowed dine in experiences, but I think since COVID they are take out only. Now, back to the food. The General Tao's has a solid kick and is drenched in the sweet sauce. A slight tang, plenty of sweetness, and the kick of peppers makes this dish a favorite. Their orange chicken is great as well. My partner always orders that. Super bright and citrusy with that same kick from the Szechuan. Lastly, got pot stickers for the first time and they were fire. Will absolutely roll with those again. they seem to stay pretty busy as a hefty line remains consistent when grabbing a bite, so sometimes you have to wait a bit, even if you ordered ahead. In any case, a top tier STL takeout spot for me!

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    The Cakery

    4.7
    (146 reviews)
    5.4 mi
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    Their cookies were out of this world! I ordered some simple sugar cookies online for an event and…read moreit was a very easy process. I believe they offer more specific designs vs the traditional frosted sprinkle. I was in a bit of a time crunch so this ended up working perfectly. The cookies themselves were delicious and the frosting was light and fluffy. The guests of the event really enjoyed them. The space itself is so cute and nestled in the heart of Dogtown. They offer beautiful cakes as well. Check them out!

    A Baker's Delight -- The Cakery Never Misses…read more I'll start by saying this: I'm usually the one baking the cakes. I love to bake and take a lot of pride in making my own desserts. But every baker knows that sometimes life gets busy and you simply don't have the time. And when that happens? There is only one place I trust -- The Cakery. Their Bake & Take cakes are absolutely out of this world. Beautifully made, perfectly balanced, and consistently delicious. I've picked one up on several occasions and every single time it has been a complete showstopper. The flavors are wonderful, the cakes are fresh, and they somehow manage to taste like they were made in a friend's kitchen with a whole lot of love. And the staff? Absolutely adorable. So warm, gracious, and genuinely kind. You walk in and immediately feel welcomed, which makes the experience even sweeter. For someone who usually insists on baking their own cakes, that's saying something: When I don't have time to bake, I trust The Cakery every single time. A true baker's delight. -- Tedd

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