Cieslak's bakery in Lindenhurst is a hidden gem. Everything is DELICIOUS, fresh and made in-house…read more Family owned and operated. The prices are extremely reasonable. The box with the apple turnovers and 6 other goodies was under $20. The other box with the mini cheesecake and mini chocolate cream pie and 6 other goodies was under $26. Please support this business. You can call to check availability and have her hold items for pickup later in case it's almost sold out.

I was in the area and wanted a sweet treat so I decided to stop into this cute little bakery. The…read moreyoung ladies behind the counter were super nice and helpful. I opted to get the pastry they call a chocolate cigar and it did not disappoint. I warmed it up when I got home and had it with some coffee. If you love to support local small businesses, please give them a try. They have a plethora of options to choose from.

Patsy's is without a doubt, an absolute gem- and in a geographic location known for outstanding…read moreItalian food, bakeries, and pastries, etc....Patsy's more than holds their own. First off- they without a doubt, hands down, have the best rainbow cookies ever. They are the measuring stick I use to gauge all others, and I've yet to find a comparable match, or one that approaches. I stopped by this afternoon to grab a couple pounds, and the quality, taste, price were just how they were when I last had them...exceptional. While the rainbow cookies are certainly amazing, Patsy's is no one trick pony. They have a huge selection of tasty cookies, cakes, pastries, cannoli, fresh bread, Italian ice, and a host of other treats. The ambiance can best be described as that place where you go and instantly feel comfortable....you feel at home, like a regular- even on your first trip. Go on a Tuesday and it feels like a Sunday morning when everyone is going in early to grab bread for the evening's dinner. It's that place, and it's perfect. The service at Patsy's is impeccable. I was there at 1:30 on a Sunday afternoon, and there were at least 4-5 workers behind the counter masterfully taking orders, boxing and wrapping goodies, and ensuring all customers needs were met quickly with minimal waiting. Whether you're local to Lindenhurst or Long Island, or from far away and just in the mood for a great bakery (and rainbow cookie!) experience...you have to give Patsy's a try. You won't be disappointed!

Stopped in for Italian ices this weekend, but it's impossible to not be distracted by the…read moreoverwhelming amount of delicious goodies they have on display! Live local and highly recommend

I found Duck Island on a whim after a long hike and fell in love with the mini salted junior…read morebaguette and their raspberry coffee cake. I literally bought one mini baguette, took a bite outside the store and walked right back in for 4 more. It is THAT good. The texture and flavor was simply perfect, and having to warmed with a schemer cutter was heavenly. Now it's important to note that I live at least 30 minutes away, and returned 3x since my first visit to try their breads. TBH, it doesn't even matter what you get! They are ALL the BEST versions of whatever bread it is! I literally walked out today with 6 loaves of bread and as a carb-a-holic, I am here to confirm that Duck Island has THE BEST bread in NY. PS I am literally gnawing on a piece of sesame something (looks like a branch of leaves - so pretty) as I'm typing this. Just amazing!

This bakery has gorgeous offerings, but it's simply too expensive to make it a regular stop. I went…read moreto order two of their chocolate babka muffins that looked simply delicious, with large chocolatey swirls and a glossy sugary finish. Not only did these set me back $9 total, but were annoying to eat and not worth the cost at all. The minimal chocolate filling had sunken to the bottom and completely fused to the wrappers, and the muffins were very dry inside, not soft and fudgey like chocolate babka should be. Everything they have looks and sounds incredible, but the two muffins I got were very overpriced and not nearly good enough to be worth it. Additionally, the parking situation is a nightmare, with people parking in spots that don't exist in a lot that's already way too tight.

My mother and I stumbled upon Vin's Bake House during the Massapequa Park Street Fair and were…read morepleasantly surprised at their array of goodies: from cake jars to pound cakes, assorted cookies, pies, and loaves of bread. We settled upon trying the Tiramisu--which was a nice-sized portion. It was a bit sweeter than I thought it would be. I wish it had a stronger coffee taste, but the mascarpone was really delicious. It was light and satisfying. We also ordered a Peanut Butter Brownie and a Cheese Danish. The Brownie was soft, chocolatey, and sticky to your gums, with the peanut butter flavor boldly shining through. Both desserts were fresh and delightful, making them a real treat. The bakery was clean and well-organized; the staff were professional and welcoming. We would definitely return to try other items.

The best Bakery in town!!! Each time I go in, the selections get more delish looking! I love the…read morelemon cookies and dirt cake. The girls in front are so sweet, no pun intended.

Italian cheesecake for my birthday yesterday! OMG- incredible!!!…read moreI see now that my mom bought a cake here in the past- makes sense- repeat customer because delicious!

As an avid baker, and sweets connoisseur, I'm always looking to find new bakeries or home bakers…read morethat elevate what I can do myself **I'm looking at you The Egg Suite, The Crumb Picker, and Elisa's Niece's Cafe**and I was really looking forward to trying this bakery. Well let me just say that this was an atrocious experience from start to finish. I will NEVER return to this bakery. The girl helping me didn't know if the tiramisu was made with mascarpone or whipped cream or if the Napoleon had pastry cream, custard, or whipped cream. Usually you can tell by looking and that should've been my first sign that something was off. I just assumed that she was new and she was super sweet and apologetic so I forged on. I ordered an Italian cheesecake, cannoli, a single serve tiramisu, and a chocolate chip cookie. The cookie was soft and a little chewy and the quality of the chocolate was on point. When I opened the box that the cheesecake was in, it was filled with a viscous brown fluid that in my 5 minute drive home had actually accumulated enough to soak through the cardboard bakery box. I immediately knew that either there was too much butter in the crust, there was a water bath issue, meaning the crust was not properly sealed against the water bath or the water level was too high, OR, the cake was old and prolonged refrigeration was the culprit. I brought the cake right back and quietly showed the counter employee the issue...there were customers in the store and I was not looking to draw attention to this issue. The worker was appropriately apologetic and brought it to the back...and that's where everything quickly deteriorated. The owner came out accusing me of dropping the cake, which didn't happen and also had nothing to do with all the oozing brown goo, and then proceeded to insult and demean me in front of the other customers. He said I "obviously wasn't Italian" and therefore "didn't know anything about Italian cheesecakes." When I shared that I was actually born in Italy he quickly shifted to degrading the region my family and I are from. He then said "oh do you make cheesecake every day like we do because if you don't, you don't get to have an opinion." He went on and on while I just continued to request a refund for the defective item. To be fair and transparent, I would've probably overlooked the dripping crust if the cheesecake tasted amazing but it tasted like it had spent a few days too long in the fridge. These days spending close to $40 for a small cake is somewhat of a luxury. I appreciate all of the bakeries and home bakers who are persevering in this difficult economy and continuing to produce quality products. I absolutely understand that nothing is perfect and mistakes happen and when I'm at fault, I take responsibly and hold myself accountable. I do not yell, demean, and insult customers like this owner did. There are too many wonderful bakeries and home bakers that stand behind their goods and deserve your patronage and hard earned money. This establishment is NOT one of the them. As multiple other reviews have stated, it seems that when things are good they're good but when they are bad, this owner is rude and takes no accountability. I do wonder if he would've spoken to my husband in the same manner that he spoke to me but we'll never know because no one I know will ever step foot in this establishment again. Also, the cannoli shells were totally soggy on the bottom. A true Italian bakery would fill individually per order.

I got Makowiec here once and it was really great. Makowiec is usually a holiday bread, so I never…read moresaw it stocked again, even when I came back during holiday time. They have a good bread selection.

I went to the bakery because of the Newsday article about their Paczki ( Jelly Donuts)…read moreThey are cheap only .90 cents. They are fluffy and the outside has a nice glaze. But all 6 of the Paczki that I purchased were not filled with enough jelly. It was very disappointing. I was expecting these to be world class donuts. So I drove 30 minutes to see what would warrant a Newsday article. We ate the piece of the donut that had the jelly on it and through out the rest. It just seemed like a waste of calories. I wanted a jelly donut not a glazed donut. They should just charge $1.25 and fill the donut with Jelly. Then it would be a serious donut. The way it is I won't bother to go back for them. The staff was friendly although hard to communicate with. I don't know Polish and she did not really understand English. I might consider getting one of the traditional Polish cakes that they sell. They did look good and probably worth the drive. You will not get them at other bakeries. If you want a Jelly Donut go to the Rolling Pin bakery in Bayshore. You will need a napkin because it is full of jelly.

One thing I love to do is review food, and Amelia's Bakehouse is a new favorite of mine…read more I went in today and tried several things off the menu, including a turkey and Brie sandwich, four empanadas (three buffalo chicken and one Smashburger), two warm chocolate chip cookies, and a hot latte. They were even nice enough to throw in a few extra things on the house. Everything was so good -- super flavorful, tasted homemade, and fresh. Mike helped me with my order and was very detailed and helpful when describing each item. The ambiance was warm and cozy! I can't wait for my next visit.

Freshly baked; tasty and plenty of options! friendly and warm customer service at this woman owned…read morebusiness! Glass counter invites you to make a selection. We Enjoyed the buffalo chicken and chicken pot pie empanada. The Carrot pound cake was so good; we got a slice to go and added a lemon pound cake!

I wanted so much to like Francesco's. It was our first time visiting and the bakery held an old…read moreschool charm, but after trying a variety of items, a 2.5 seems most fitting. The displays were filled with a nice variety of butter cookies, cakes, doughnuts and other classic pastries. Everything "looked" good, but the taste was just average. I would have pushed it to a 3 star review, but the young man behind the counter wasn't very friendly. The store was as empty when we went in so it wasn't like he was busy trying to take orders quickly. We told the young man that we would be ordering a variety of butter cookies and he looked at us annoyed and continued to serve us with a similar attitude. I guess maybe this is the expected service from the generation nowadays? I just expected more from a place that appeared so charming. The rainbow cookies seem to have anise in it, which is a bit odd for a rainbow cookies, and the chocolate coating was not very cocoa forward. It was also lacking jam. We were also really excited about the chocolate sandwiched butter cookies, but while the cookie itself was fresh, the ganache was missing the rich chocolatey flavor. Instead, it almost tasted like carob or some sort of diluted chocolate instead. The cookies itself were also not buttery enough, though they did taste freshly baked. All in all, Francesco isn't something to write home about and it's not a place I'd visit again.

Francesco's Bakery NEVER delivered our wedding cake…read more We ordered our wedding cake from Francesco's and called two days in advance to confirm delivery. The staff assured us it would arrive early, around 11:00 a.m. However, by 1:00 p.m. on our wedding day, the cake still hadn't arrived. When we called the bakery, they told us they couldn't get in touch with the driver. It took another hour before they realized the driver never had the cake and that it had been left at the bakery the entire time. At that point, it was around 2:30 p.m. Not only was this incredibly frustrating, but it also caused unnecessary stress on our wedding day--something no couple should have to deal with. Unfortunately, we had to pick up the wedding cake ourselves. Since then, we've spent the past week trying to get in contact with someone to address what happened, with no success. I asked for the owner's phone number and left a voicemail two days ago, but still haven't received any response. Overall, this was a VERY disappointing experience. I would NOT recommend anyone to order from this bakery.