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Worth the hype! Went on a Monday around 10 and there was no line. I went in wanting sweet but switched to the focaccia lox and omg amazing! Great flavor with the dill and pickled onions. The focaccia itself has such great texture and flavor. Staff was very friendly and patient. A few tables to eat outside but an easy walk to the park to sit if there's no space. I'll absolutely be back to try more goodies.
We've now gone twice, we went once on a beautiful morning for to-go pastries in prospect park -- the line was about 10 minutes, moving quite quickly despite appearing long from outside. Pastries were fantastic, fresh and flavorful, both savory and sweet were good. Staff was super nice and it had a really nice neighborhood feel. I went back this morning to pick up a bigger order for a brunch we were hosting; it was raining so I assumed the line wouldn't be there. It was there, almost as long. The patrons love it and are hardy :) Highly recommend for pastries if you're in the area! Really delicious.
I went to Radio Bakery twice in a week recently and I am not mad about it. Loves: + The croissants are so good. Had the blueberry & corn ($9) and seasonal heirloom tomato ($8) and enjoyed them both. + My personal faves are the cheesy pretzel bearclaw ($6.50) and the shakshuka focaccia slice ($9) + Staff is quick and efficient and the long line outside is well organized The reality with Radio at both locations is there will be a wait. Line moves relatively fast but the slowdown is people deciding what to get, so I recommend looking at the menu in advance. Note about food drops: most items drop at 7:30am when they open, but late morning focaccia (eg. tomato & garlic) drop at 10am and lunch sandwiches drop at 11am!
First time I have walked by and there isn't a like so of course I had to go in. Went with the bacon egg and cheese focaccia. This was delicious but they should definitely keep it on a warming tray or something! It was nice and cheesy with a good amount of the bacon and a whole egg inside. Also had the peach iced tea (doesn't come sweetened but they have options on the bar opposite the register. Service was quick and friendly I was in and out. Grabbed a spot on the bench under the tree to chow down.
Stopped by on a Saturday afternoon and noticed the line was surprisingly short, so we decided to hop in. We only waited about 10 minutes before it was our turn to order. While they didn't have their full selection available, there were still plenty of pastries to choose from. We ended up getting the vanilla kouign amann and the chocolate PB&J croissant. The kouign amann was flaky, buttery, and beautifully caramelized. The chocolate PB&J croissant was easily our favorite. It was filled with rich, decadent chocolate and a layer of jelly that balanced everything out without making it overly sweet. My significant other hasn't stopped talking about it since! We're already looking forward to coming back to try more.
Radio Bakery... is perfection. I completely understand the line. I first ordered the heirloom tomato & feta sandwich, which was unbelievable. It is so clear that they use incredibly high-quality ingredients and carefully curate each component, which is exactly why everything comes together in such an elevated way. The tomatoes reminded me of the ones I grew in my garden during California summers as a teenager. Perfectly salted, layered over soft, not-too-tart feta. The focaccia was made with beautiful olive oil and, while a bit chewier than I usually prefer, gave the sandwich a satisfying bite. I had to close my eyes while eating it just to savor it. The chocolate cherry almond croissant... wow. Such a creative combination, and it did not disappoint. Soft, buttery, and filled with a sour cherry compote that reminded me of a cherry cordial from a box of chocolates. 5/5. Hainsley, who helped me, was exceptionally lovely. Everyone even in line was very nice, the vibes were awesome. I'll definitely be back to try the spicy tofu sandwich and the heirloom tomato tart!
We tried to go on Sunday around 10:30am and saw a crazy line and figured we'd try again during the week. Went on Wednesday around 12pm only had to wait in line for 5-10mins. We got the ham & rosemary butter sandwich, burrata proscuitto basil sandwich, and the vanilla kouign-amann. Sooooo good and worth the hype. Great bread and fillings. The lamination on the kouign-aman was impressive and the sugar outside reminded me of a crème brûlée so good!!!!! Would go back to try other items maybe earlier on a weekday.
Very good pastries with lots of options. I went on a Friday morning, waited in line for about 15 minutes, and was still able to get a great selection. I tried their sandwiches--the focaccia with prosciutto and burrata was my favorite, while the ham and rosemary butter sandwich wasn't my favorite because of the ham's texture. I also ordered the cherry cheesecake, which was good but a bit too tart for my taste, and the peanut butter and jelly croissant, which was very good. My favorite, however, was the pistachio croissant. Their croissants are excellent, and I would definitely recommend this bakery.
The only complaint I have of this place is that it always has a long line and there is no inside / dine in service. But I understand why the wait is so long because everything is so good! It's made fresh same day and it's sold until it's sold out. There is not one thing I've tried from radio bakery that I didn't love, it's delicious! And I've gone several times and will be back again. I love it and wish someone would treat me to radio bakery once a month.
love this place!! it is soo yummy which is why it's always busy! You need to get there early in order to make sure you get the smoked salmon it's so good. There's a line that forms outside to go one by one. The staff is always so friendly and nice though! It definitely gets busy and more stuff sells out. The earlier you get there the better.
I see the hype for radio bakery. Hate that there's always a line but it does move quickly enough and once in there, it feels like there's no rush. We pretty much got one of everything except the sandwiches and they were all amazing. Particularly liked the cornbread, all the Croissants and the garlic bread. That feels like I've said everything and that's pretty much correct. There's some sitting my the entrance window and some outside as well but we got our order to go. Also got the ham rosemary sandwich and maybe I was just really hungry but it was also so good. Hope one day it's less busy when I catch it but absolutely loved it.
I came during a weekday at like 11 and there was still a line but it is what it is. Because it's so busy I feel a bit rushed when I go here. It's also difficult to see all the items since everyone is packed in a line even when you get into the store. The food itself: - cardamom bun was yummy, a bit too cardamom forward though. 3.5/5 - the pb and J croissant was cool, a bit too rich for my liking but I admire how different it was and I actually had to save this one for the next day and it was still good so 4/5
Came here on the walk to lunch and saw a short line for once, so had to try it. There was a PBJ and Chocolate croissant, so I had to try it. Even though it was almost $10, it was amazing. Good PBJ layer on top of rich chocolate. Would come back again!
For a year, the old Blue Marble space sat dark, a ghost of ice cream past. Now? It's Radio Bakery, and the block will never be the same--mostly because there's now a permanent line stretching down it. I left my apartment around the corner on opening day to find a sea of people waiting for pastries like it was a sneaker drop. At noon, the line still went to the end of the block, and I later heard people waited two hours. By day two, the first folks were already camped out by 7:10 AM for a 7:30 opening. I joined the line near the Gold Star easement at 7:15 and made it out, victorious, by 7:50 AM--holding a Rhubarb & Custard pastry I had zero intention of ordering. I panicked. My brain short-circuited. Something about the crispy shell, soft rhubarb slices and line pressure made me betray my usual instincts. But you know what? Turns out I'm a custard girl now; an identity shift, all before 8 AM. The woman behind the counter said her go-to sweet treats are the Rhubarb & Custard, Cinnamon Bun, and Triple Chocolate. My sister went for the Matcha & Mango Morning Bun, which was fantastic--especially with a cappuccino. (Heads up: the espresso comes cafeteria-style from a machine, so maybe stick to the baked goods as the main event.) All in all, Radio Bakery is changing the block--mostly in the sense that you now need to budget extra time to weave through a crowd of pastry enthusiasts. But if the price of progress is flaky, buttery perfection, I'll take it. read more
6 months ago
Went to try the pistachio croissant and it was delicious n flaky!! Will come back try other pastries!! read more
1 year ago
Just had their burrata with prosciutto, basil, focaccia & ham with rosemary butter, sesame stirato. The burrata was so good in comparison to the ham. Also had the peach and custard croissant along with the chocolate, cherry, and almond croissant. The peach was super fresh and delicious but almond croissant was so much better. Makes me wish I brought another to share or have for another day. The line was long but appropriate and certainly worth the wait. It was small on the inside but that could be masked by all the various patrons inside and waiting outside. The staff were incredibly helpful with making selections. read more
1 year ago
30 days ago
My friend got me a cinnamon roll here! It was huge and the frosting was the dried kind so it was more of a glaze rather than ooey gooey frosting like Sunday Morning. I liked it a lot and found it to be a super solid cinnamon roll. Depends what you're in the mood for! read more
3 months ago
No Line on Thursday around 12:30, all breakfast and lunch menu already sold out. I got spicy tofu sandwich and brown butter corn cake, total is around $20. But wow, I understand the hype, such a solid sandwich! I was going to order just the pastries, but since most of them sold out, I just picked one sandwich to try. Soft tofu combine with thinly sliced cabbage, very well thought out sandwich. The corn cake was good too, but the sandwich is really the winner here. I will definitely comeback to try other. read more
Stumbled upon this gem after a race around 9 AM, and there was already a line forming--always a good sign. I found this place through a quick Yelp search, and it definitely lived up to the hype. Everything I ordered was absolutely delicious, but the garlic knot croissant stole the show. I'll be coming back just for that alone. Each item had a clever, crafty name that tells you exactly what you're getting, and the flavors truly delivered. My second favorite was the almond croissant, followed closely by the cinnamon bun and the lox sandwich (which was on the heavier side but still tasty). Everything was beautifully crispy, fresh, and clearly made with care. If you're debating what to try--don't worry. I'm convinced you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Now I get why there's a line... and I'll be in it again soon! read more
I was sold on Radio Bakery after watching pastry chef and co-owner Kelly on an Eater YouTube video. If you haven't heard about Radio Bakery, watch the video and you just fall in awe seeing Kelly's passion for baking. Of course, the hype is real as there's always a line for blocks at both their Greenpoint and Prospect Park locations, so I never made my way over. On a random Saturday, I woke up at 6am and decided it was finally my chance to come here before everything sold out. From what I've heard, lots of items are sold out by noon or earlier on weekends. I ended up arriving at 7am (half an hour before opening) and was 4th in line. By opening time, the line wrapped around the corner so definitely recommend coming as early as you can. Once they opened, we went down the line picking out the pastries in a cafeteria style line. It was quick and they were super friendly. I was out the door within 5 minutes with a full bag of goodies. Since I didn't know when I'd manage to wake up this early to come back here, I ordered a variety of pastries: Smoked Salmon Sandwich ($14.50), Cheesy Pretzel Bearclaw ($6), Scallion Sesame Twist ($6), French Onion Soup ($8), Matcha Mango Morning Bun ($6), Pistachio Croissant ($8) and a limited edition Yuzu Coconut Tart ($12). As a huge fan of lox bagels, I enjoyed their take of the smoked salmon sandwich --definitely recommend trying anything with focaccia here. The morning bun was also flakey and I enjoyed the uniqueness of matcha and mango, which gave it a tart and earthy flavor. The ones that I'd pass on is the bearclaw, which had mustard inside that was a bit weird. The scallion was decent, but really nothing that special and I'd rather have this at an Asian bakery. But I saved the best for last and it's the French onion soup croissant --oh my, this tasted just like the soup. I loved how soft the onion got, which melted in flavor over the crunch of the tart. Overall, some hits and some ok pastries, but I would absolutely come back for the French onion soup tart and focaccia. I didn't end up trying that Yuzu one but my friend said she was obsessed, so get that if it ever comes back onto the menu. It's the perfect box of pastries to grab and enjoy over at Prospect Park on a nice day out. It's worth the visit if you're in the area before noon. read more
Overall rating: 4.8 I didn't realize they opened a location closer to me, so I was very excited to try while killing time. I went around 2 or so, and it was about a 20ish min wait. Since it's a new addition, I love that they thought about 1 door in versus 1 door out. The original location is a lot larger and thought they had more options than this location. But by looking at the reviews, I think it's because of the time I went. The cookie was sooo good and repeatable. Highly recommend! The burrata, prosciutto & basil sandwich was also good and I was very pleasantly surprised about the portion size. Not sure if I'd come back to this location based on lack of variety, but still a good place. read more
1 year ago
I first visited the Greenpoint location and had the tuna salad sandwich that was phenomenal. I will be back for this soon. Iced coffee was great at both locations. At this location I tried the cardamom bun - too sugary for me, I didn't really get the cardamom flavor, and heirloom tomato which I loved and was the perfect savory pastry. I went on a Tuesday morning, around 10am , and there wasn't a line. No seating inside but I grabbed a table outside. Staff is friendly and helpful. read more
2 years ago
This bakery came up on my feed on Instagram and thought I've give it a try. The line wraps around the corner and it's a minimum an hour wait! Was it worth the hype? Not in my option for the wait and the price. Tried the pistachio croissant ($8), coconut chocolate almond croissant ($7), and mango matcha morning bun($6). Croissants were both buttery and very flaky with a decent amount of pistachio and chocolate filling respectively. The pistachio croissant was topped off with orange zest which was interesting. The coconut chocolate almond croissant felt a bit too much. The mango matcha morning bun was so disappointing because it there was NO matcha flavor just tasted like powered sugar that was green and mango flavor. Maybe they're savory items or better? not sure if I would be wait on the long lines since it wasn't worth it for me. read more
11 months ago
It pains me to write this because I had such high hopes for this bakery but it just fell flat to me. We waited on line for about 35ish minutes (which is good considering how long it can get). The staff inside were very welcoming and I didn't feel rushed at all. We got the shakshuka focaccia, the matcha mango morning bun, the pistachio croissant, and a regular croissant. The highlight was probably the pistachio croissant which was tasty without being overly sweet. As for the rest, I would skip them. Nothing really stood out as being "the best pastry I've ever eaten," so I don't think it's worth waiting on line for. read more
so great! i've been to the OG location, but was curious to see the differences. i didn't try the morning bun because i'm biased to the greenpoint location's earl grey one, but all other treats were a hit. highly recommend the focaccia and the rhubarb custard croissant if you can get your hands on it! as always, service was quick and efficient. no line at 8:30 am on a thursday :) read more
1 year ago
We're new to the neighborhood - and one day noticed a line around the corner on a Sunday morning. We didn't go in that time but waited in line a few days later (don't worry the line moves quickly and you won't be disappointed you waited!) Boy are we excited to have this spot in our walking route! I'm partial to croissants and I'm so impressed with the coconut and triple chocolate croissants. Everything is delicious and I am only sorry for my wallet as I will be coming back again and again! read more
I've been here like 5 times and every time I think it's the best *insert baked good name* I've ever had. I swear it always hits. My favorite sweet item is the cinnamon roll. It's just perfect. Looks good but tastes even better. Perfect texture, frosting ratio, sweetness, everything. For savory items, my favorites are the smoked salmon sandwich and whatever their breakfast focaccia is. The latte is fine but really you're coming for the baked goods. There's always a wait but it's 100% worth it. Looking forward to coming back again soon! read more
WOW!! I truly can't understate the hype over this place. Everything you get here is honestly incredible, you really can't go wrong. This is my 5th time at radio bakery and don't see a single reason why I wouldn't keep coming back. Although there is always a line, it really is worth it. The pastries and sandwiches are perfection, items that you can't get if this quality anywhere else. The service is always kind and quick and makes the whole experience wonderful. The space inside is very clean and organized and they clearly have a great system in place to pump this goodies out as fast as possible. My only slight notes is that they are a bit pricey and I will say that I think the OG greenpoint location is slightlyyy better but I cannot recommend this place enough please give it a visit! read more
The Radio bakery outlet opened recently in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn and since it's opening, there has been a long line snaking around the block. Finally, the line has been reasonable. I've been a few times trying out their pastries (triple chocolate and pistachio), sausage focaccia, tuna sandwich and more. While those items were yummy, I didn't think they were great, especially for what I paid for them and the wait! The bakery is cute and too bad there's no indoor seating. Staff were very friendly tho. I'm not sure I would make a point of going back there again. read more
2 years ago
Boy oh boy is the line LONG. Thankfully I rave so when I'm done I'll be able to come here after a long night on the weekends to grab these tasty pastries. I would say I was scouting the line 30 minutes before they open but it was so cold I waited in the car until 5-8 people got on line. Wow in the 30 minutes of waiting the line went to the end of the block already and i know people are hungry. Because I definitely am. I won't be able to wake up this early on a weekend so this was my only time. I feel like if you live closer to this location it's more feasible. Lots of people and dogs were freezing on line and when I got in the service was warm and inviting along with the beautiful pastries lined up against the glass. I immediately realized that the bacon and egg and cheese focaccia was almost completely gone and in the morning with no coffee or energy you don't know exactly how your visit will be so I actually understand the people leaving with boxes of pastries... everything seem to be almost gone (the faves) as I'm around the 9th or 10th person on line and I feel like if I don't grab it I might not be able to have it so I just kept ordering that I forgot to grab the plain croissant and ended up with things that look amazing that were almost sold out which apparently were the famous ones. - - - SAVORY - - - BEC Focaccia Breakfast sandwich vibes but it doesn't have a runny egg or anything so I give this a 4/5. The bread is great I just think that I wish the yolk was more runnier than what it was. Shakshuka focaccia Amazing flavor- 5/5 they really made this taste just like a shakshuka dish in the morning all in one focaccia. I honestly was impressed. French onion croissant Amazing innovative thinking on this one as the wheel of the onion was complimenting the shape of the croissant. I don't know it was a 3/5 when it started but it became a 5/5 as the flavor of the middle of the croissant really gave it everything it needed of slightly sweet and savory and taste just like a French onion soup but it's not a soup. This is one I kept going in for bites because I just can't grasp why I love it so much. Scallion twist - very tasty 4/5 one of the better ones I've had the scallion tastes very fresh. - - - SWEET - - - Matcha coconut puff 3/5 this looks amazing to an Asian person but not creamy at all which made me disappointed but also you should know it's not meant to be creamy at all. It taste like matcha and coconut- exactly what it's supposed to be but idk why I was expecting it to blow my mind. I guess my expectations for any matcha pastry is extremely high as someone who is a big fan of Japanese sweets. Cinnamon roll 4/5 This one is sticky and crunchy! Not like your typical soft cinnamon roll. I enjoyed it and definitely enjoyed it more warmed up so definitely heat this one up! Overall I don't think I can brave the lines again but maybe the lunch time since I heard the sandwiches are to die for but I might die on the line if I ever wait again in the cold so spring time is my time. read more
1 year ago
If it's an itch you want to scratch like it was for me, by all means go. The food is tasty, it is. Whether or not the line--and there will be a line--is "worth it" is obviously subjective and hinges on how well you're able to manage your own expectations. I was 8th in line at 7:20 on a Thursday, served and out within ten minutes of opening. Smoked salmon focaccia sandwich--delicious. An elevated lox on everything bagel. Crispy, salty, creamy. The pickled onion makes it. Rhubarb pastry--not bad, but not for me. Coconut almond chocolate croissant--delicious. Flaky and buttery outside, moist decadence inside. Coffee--kinda bad! But served in the classic NYC Greek to-go cups, a cute touch. read more
1 year ago
I've been waiting forever to try Radio Bakery but really did not want to wait in the line for some pastries. Finally made the trek on a Sunday morning and got in line at 8:11am. 22 minutes later, we were inside and ordering our pastries! We got quite a few things to try because we finally made it to Radio and had to make the most of our time. The Salmon Focaccia was hands-down the best thing here. I loved the focaccia which was so pillowy, fluffy, and flavorful. The salmon inside was also really fresh and I enjoyed the freshness from the dill and onions. The Cheesy Bearclaw was my second favorite. I liked how flaky the pastry was and the mustard inside was a welcome surprise. The Pistachio Croissant was very good as well - again, the pastry was super flaky and very balanced. The BEC was delicious and I loved the crispy cheesy edges. Only thing I probably wouldn't get again would be the Matcha Mango, as it didn't really taste like matcha or mango. read more
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i really enjoyed the pesto flavor & texture of the bread in the sandwich - so fluffy! i do wish the mango flavor was more prominent in the mango matcha morning bun, but it definitely has a very strong matcha kick that i appreciated! the pistachio croissant, especially the filling, is absolutely divine (albeit on the heavier side). i came here on a thursday around 10:30am & waited about 15 minutes! read more
Radio Bakery is new to the neighborhood and the neighborhood couldn't be more excited. Lines have been crazy since they opened just last Monday. On average it seems like lines are between 40-60 minutes maybe longer if you come at opening. They open at 7:30 and that's when all the pastries are put out too. Apparently people are buying a variety of the pastries every morning because they're new to the area so they've been running out even faster than usual. When I got inside around 11am they only had triple chocolate croissants and regular croissants left. I got the triple chocolate croissant and it was truly amazing. Perfect lamination and great taste. I can't wait to try more of their pastries! The line, though long does move. While there's no seating inside, there are some chairs outside which will be nice when it gets warmer! Hopefully the lines die down a little in the future but Radio Bakery has certainly made a splash already in prospect heights! read more
1 year ago
Biggest tragedy of my nyc trip is not trying their focaccia sandwich. Unfortunately did not have stomach space for it. But got to try the pain au chocolat. Delish. The brown butter cake was so delicious and always a plus when it's encrusted in sugar on top. Chocolate cookie was great too. Really wish I could've tried the matcha bun but came around 2 pm so lots of items were gone. read more
11 months ago
Took advantage of a rainy Monday morning to jump into a relatively short line in front of Radio Bakery today. Credit where credit is due: the classic croissant is fantastic! Flaky, crispy layers protecting soft, cottony layers in the middle. It's not my absolute favorite croissant in the world, but it ranks up there in the top 5. I have faith that other viennoiserie would be just as excellent. The hubs declared the cinnamon bun "pretty good, but really dense," and I noted that he felt the need to microwave [gasp] the bun for a few seconds to soften it up. Note, we live in the area so we were eating just minutes after I walked out of the store. The shop is bright and attractive, and the employees spend time presenting the items in a pleasing way... Maybe too much time? While I was in the store, three employees stopped to rearrange product, and no one kept the line moving forward. The employees are nice and pleasant, but I felt bad for the customers waiting in the rain. This being said, the bakery has only been open for a couple of weeks, so I'm sure they're still working things out. read more
1 year ago
1 year ago
Get there EARLY so you can try items before they sell out. Get the chocolate chip cookie you won't be disappointed. If you end up there by 10:45/11am stay around for the sandwiches. Basil pesto sandwich is a dream. Lots of kale. Eat your greens read more
