Love the cookies. Tried to stop by today to place a gift ba$ket order for next week. Their hours aren't posted anywhere, even on the window of the store, and was rudely turned away at the door. "Order online. We're closed." Wow. Guess I'll be finding a new place. This makes me incredibly sad. read more

This is hands down the best bakery/deli you will find in this area. I highly recommend the California chicken salad, dill pickle soup, pumpkin strudel muffin and fresh squeezed orange juice. Also, the customer service is incredible. Everyone was helpful, patient and nice. I'm very impressed with this place. read more

There is no good reason it's taken us 1.5 years to get here when we live less than a mile away and pass it on 85% of our trips away from home. I am ashamed it actually took an Entertainment Book coupon to get us in the door and try some of their food! Through construction, even! (They were very thankful, and commented that they appreciated us braving the construction!) We got two sandwiches and a coconut macaroon for take-out. We shared the Grilled Turkey Reuben and the Grilled Applewood Bacon & Cheese paninis. The reuben was okay, but would have benefited from a bigger dollop of 1000 Island dressing. The bacon and cheese panini will definitely be ordered again. Both came with a small side (tiny cup) of slaw and a tiny two-bite muffin (I imagine they change with the day--from what we guessed, we had banana chocolate chip). Both the slaw and the muffin were tasty. Hubby also got a coconut macaroon from the bakery. And wow. Just, wow. This is THE coconut macaroon we've been dying to find--and here it was, all the time, right down the damn street. And we've been trying them all over the city! GRRRR....but YAY since we found them and it's close to home. But GRRRR because it's too close to home and I anticipate stopping there too many times for a little coconut pick-me-up. As a bonus, hubby was also going to get a chocolate chip cookie, and it broke while she was getting it...so she just gave it to him. I guess maybe it helped we were there towards the end of the day! Another great thing about Ridley's? [From their website, verbatim:] "At the end of each day we pack our unsold muffins, scones, cookies, mini muffins & breads to donate to St. Vincent de Paul volunteers. They are then distributed around the southeast Detroit area to those who normally couldn't visit our Bakery Café. We start completely from scratch every single day to offer our valued customers only the freshest baked goods." Awesome! We will definitely be going back on a more regular basis after this experience, and I highly recommend you do the same. read more

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My mom told me about this place. She loved her lunch muffin. She said it was so filling that she only ate half. Only ate half? My mother?! I had to see these muffins that my mom claimed are so filling and satisfying. I stopped in here before dropping my pooch off at the groomer's nearby. The space is really cute and welcoming. They had lots of yummy looking baked goods on display. Lots. I had to get the spinach and feta lunch muffin to see what my mom was raving about. They are jumbo-sized. They are priced accordingly too ($4.50 a pop). Are they worth it? Yes! You really can make a meal out of one, even one half! I took mine home and heated it up later for lunch. It was as good as Mom said. I bought her a bran muffin with raisins which was regular-sized, but very heavy. She liked it, but she still prefers Tim Horton's version. Even with all the road construction at this intersection Ridley's is worth the trip. I'll be back. Thanks Mom for your sage advice. read more

I will not go back. I remember this place being super good. It was fast, but the food was not good. Nothing on the menu was appealing. I ordered something and requested all the ingredients I don't eat be removed (as in no cheese). Couldn't be done. So then I ordered another one, still no cheese (at the end I said, so also no cream cheese ...). My mom wanted the bowtie pasta salad, she said "oh. It's in the case...". First is it too much trouble to put the bowtie pasta salad (which was made with penne) on a plate? I'm not trying to be a snot, but I don't want to go to a restaurant and order a salad, only to see that it is prepackaged. I really would rather it not in a disposable gross container. She said the salad was just ok. Remember my specifics around the cheese on my sandwich? Yeah, neither did they. So when I took it back because there was cheese on it, the assembly person was really snippy saying "it's right". I said, "uh...no I asked for no cheese". She said, "no, you said no CREAM cheese". I didn't, I said no cheese and no cream cheese. I've been vegan for long enough to know people won't put together the pieces unless specifically instructed. Anyway, she took the sandwich back, pulled off the cheese (didn't remake it which is disgusting) and handed it back. The food wasn't good and the staff was rude. No thanks. read more

I go here too often to let one bad experience jade me. The food and service here are generally spot on and I love the ambiance. Moreover, the one product I complained about in my previous review has since been redesigned. I don't know if it was because my experience, but if it was it is duly noted. Best place in troy to get an early morning treat and my go-to place when I want to show out-of-towners what Troy has to offer. Keep up the good work! read more

My mom taught me a bad habit. Every time I'm around Long Lake and Rochester Rd, I stop at Ridleys. Sometimes twice a day. For under $4 you get a huge, fresh, delicious muffin and a coffee. There are an entire case of choices. If you don't like muffins there are scones, cookies, etc. My recent win was a cherry cobbler oat bran muffin perfectly paired with a cup of hazelnut coffee. For lunch (which you can also grab during breakfast if you have a long day on the road) I usually get a wrap of many varieties that comes with a side of the daily salad (potato, coleslaw) and 1/4 of a cookie (just enough). read more

I only grabbed a couple cookies while I was in the area so I need to try them again on a grander scale but their White Chocolate Lemon cookie was one of the better cookies I've had recently. Their Cappuccino (Mocha?) Chocolate Chip were pretty solid to but not as sweet as expected. Both of them were tender and just a little chewy around the edges which is just the way I love them. I should mention that they were both enormous too. Sadly, it looked as though I may have come a little late since their displays were pretty limited on sandwiches. I was hoping to grab a loaf of bread but they were out of a lot of their choices. When I'm in the vicinity again I'll drop in for a coffee, a wrap and a loaf of bread. That said the staff was friendly but a little awkward for some reason. I just need to give this place another try...for now they're pretty A-OK. read more

Holy crap. This is WELL worth the not-too-far drive from Berkley for lunch. Like, as often as possible. You can pretty much order any lunch food you can imagine. (Breakfast foods too, but I'm especially impressed with lunchtime stuff here.) And every time you order a sandwich, it comes with a baked good of the day, which is a really nice touch and always delicious! I highly recommend everything. I've tried sandwiches, the breakfast wrap (berries granola in a wrap! yum), breakfast pastries, and muffins, and everything is just the best. I cannot rave enough about Ridley's. If you haven't been here yet, go now! read more

After finishing a fasting blood test one morning, I decided that carry-out breakfast was in order and tried this place that I had meant to visit for a long time. The first good sign: a full parking lot. The second: the smell of fresh baked goods that enveloped me with each step from my car. Once inside, I saw a bright room and whirr of activity. I immediately went to the muffin case. There were so many different kinds. Most of them had oat bran in them. All were huge, with volcanically overflowing tops. I chose a mixture of apple and cherry ones. I also bought a loaf of fat-free eight-grain bread, the densest one according to the staff. From the first bite, I knew that these muffins were incredibly good. They had a perfect texture, at the ideal point in the gooey to dry continuum. They had a similar just right sweetness (present but not overwhelming). When added to the aforementioned size, the result was muffin bliss. The bread, although not on the level of the muffins (what could be?), was also very good. It was appropriately meaty. It did not have the strength or taste balance of the multigrain loaf from Breadsmith in Grosse Pointe Woods but was definitely better than average. In summary, Ridley's is heaven for the muffin maven. I will be back for not only breakfast but lunch, which has lots of appealing, healthy choices for vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike. It's great to see a local establishment committed not only to food that's good for you but food that tastes good. read more

The aroma and visuals in this cozy cafe are very welcoming for 3 people looking for a quick lunch. Muffins and pastries look yummy. Carrot cheesecake muffin was very good. The New England clam chowder was very tasty. Disappointed with the grilled chicken Caesar salad. read more

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Everything at Ridley's looks good. I usually eat with eyes first, and on that note I'm never disappointed. I've been getting muffins from this place most of my life. Growing up, and still living only a few miles away I frequent them weekly. I've never had anything other than their fresh bread for meals, and the muffins. I love the muffins full of that liquid joy in the middle. For $2 you can't go wrong, it's on the 'huge' side. Berry this, peaches and cream that. Muffin of the month, and seasonal options always add to Ridley's 'yum' factor. The muffin top is so good, and overall they are super moist. Ridley's does simple well. They excel at what they are, and take a lot of pride in it. This is just one of those places you have to try! ~Matt read more

This place is great very professional good clean food clean atmosphere they don't pressure you into anything they can be a little bit nicer but that's OK I'm not as sensitive as everyone else in the world is now. Like I said the food is good and always fresh and very clean so thank you see you soon. read more

I have been here for lunch recently and had an amazing tuna sandwich. In the past I have received gift platters full of pastries! They are huge and there is always some thing for everybody. read more

This place is pretty awesome. It looks like a Panera, but less corporatey and more soul. The baked goods are phenomenal and reasonably priced. Everything I've tried was great (Including the little mini muffin thing I got with my sandwich!). The chicken chili was tasty. The bread that my sandwich came on was perfect. The sandwich as a whole was mehh... I knew I made a poor choice when I saw the painted on faux grill marks of the chicken. It wasn't terrible, but it wasn't cooked fresh. The sandwich was some sort of Mediterranean Chicken with a Pesto Mayo. It was served cold... but probably would've been much better hot or panini style (was this an option?). All in all, a great little shop. I got a Sandwich, Cup of Soup, Mini Muffin, and a Molasses Cookie for just over $10. Pretty good deal. This place is a must try.... and with the proper sandwich selection next time, I foresee an upgrade to 5 stars. read more

Ridley's Bakery Cafe - Decent amount of food for $11. Sandwich, Chicken Chili, lil slaw, Molasses cookie, and a super delicious blueberry muffin bar. - Bakeries Near Me - Troy, Michigan

There's no better bakery/cafe in the area. I've never had a bad experience, and you can't go wrong with anything. I recommend the San Francisco grill panini and the gardenburger. The lunch muffins are also enough for an entire meal. They run out quickly though. I've gotten there before lunch and the spinach and feta muffin already all out. It can also get really busy during lunch though, so try and come a little before noon or after 12:30 if possible. And you'll probably be better off getting a carryout order. Even if you don't order a side, the sandwiches come with a bit of coleslaw and a piece of bread, which is actually a little too sweet for my taste buds, but nice that they offer it. I haven't been here in the morning yet. That's my next trip! read more

I came into Ridley's Bakery Cafe the other day for lunch; I have lived in this area for years and have just never got around to trying out this fantastic lunch spot! I have seriously been missing out on their delicious food! I got the Panini Lowfat Cranberry Turkey Salad Delight which comes with a little side coleslaw and a sampling of a dessert! That dessert was a delightful addition to my meal - I believe it was some kind of blondie. It was the perfect sweet ending to my meal without feeling stuffed. The staff was friendly and my order was ready very quickly. They also had a full counter of various breakfast and lunch goodies - muffins, cookies, bars, and other breakfast/brunch foods. I definitely will return here again for a sandwich and possibly one of their raved about muffins! read more

Another one of our favorites to visit during our work week. Can go wrong with a lunch special! Greek Chicken Sandwich is the BEST!

My wife and I stopped in here because she knew the baked goods are quite delicious. I also saw a picture of one of their gigantic cookies and wanted to try one. We decided to get a mixed bag of stuff to give as gifts for some friends that recently did a favor for us. While we were picking out some items, I went with the "Loaded with Blueberries" muffin along with a massive sugar cookie that was sprinkled with sugar. I broke out the sugar cookie first and it was amazing. Nice and crisp on the outside and it was oh-so-soft and gooey on the inside. Next up was the muffin. I love blueberries and this muffin did not disappoint. The muffin was incredibly heavy. It was absolutely loaded with blueberries. I loved it. I will definitely be back to try some of their other items. The inside of this place made me feel comfortable. It was like a cool neighborhood cafe that had indoor/outdoor seating. They also serve up sandwiches and soups and stuff for everything your little heart may desire. read more

**UPDATING REVIEW (as of 11/19/18): The coffee they sell is Abeantogo Coffee Roaster based in Lake Orion. It's delish. --- MICHIGAN'S BEST CONSISTENT BAKERY AND CAFE. EVER. (And would you PLEASE open one in Rochester, please?) OK, I don't give 5 stars unless there is a total WOW factor. And this place consistently WOWS me. *Service: Overall good about sincerely greeting everyone that walks in through the door as they're working behind the counter. We're regulars, and they anticipate our orders each time - it's actually pretty funny for us because they ask if we want the same thing. It is nice to be known and have personal service. They will deliver your food to your table if it's not ready to be served after you've paid. The manager is always helpful and makes you feel welcome. *Products: Soups, sandwiches, salads, quiches, baked goods, and coffee have been tested. FRESH, WHOLESOME, flavorful, and delicious. They serve Cadillac Coffee, and it's always fresh, and they won't decline refills. Muffins and cookies are as big as your face that you can eat half and feel full. Be prepared to be overwhelmed with the choices, so look online at the menu so you're not holding up the line when you're ordering across the counter. Top favorites are the Marathon Bread, Marble Rye Bread, Freak Out Cookies, cherry anything (cookies, bread, especially the Cherry Almond muffins, and rolls), and Very Berry Streusel muffins. Muffins are so moist and tender, it's crazy. Their "Day Young" products at an amazing discount ($1.99) are just as good. Snatch those if they have them. *Condiment station: The condiment station is so unreal that it has to be seriously noted: any condiment you want - they basically have - especially the line of hot sauces. They have house-made croutons which are YUMMY: light and crunchy, full of herb flavor - perfect over soups and salads. REAL butter chips are held in an insulated cold bucket to stay fresh. Every sweetener available: agave, honey packets, honey bear squeeze bottle, raw sugar, and I could go on. Self-serve beverage dispenser for complimentary water that's infused with fruit!? Um, yeah... they are total foodies in that way. *Atmosphere: Decor is whimsy, bright, fun; and huge glass windows for natural lighting. Feels energetic. They usually have a variety of music piping over the speakers at a decent level. Seating is maxed to 40 which makes it quaint and personal. And during the summers, they have live music on the patio with seating. Restroom is spacious, and always stocked and clean. *Of note: Come 6-9am for the buy 3 get 1 free for muffins, cookies and scones. Join their Rewards Club and email list for great deals besides the 5% you get back for each purchase on the loyalty card. They're closed on Sundays because it makes good business sense to take care of their employees by honoring the Sabbath which may give reason why the employees seem happy. Free wi-fi, and parking is totally accessible. Also Nordstrom Cafe at Somerset Mall serves their products because Nordstrom knows quality and service too, so Ridley's is the perfect match to benefit both brands. Keep it up, Ridleys and please come to ROCHESTER! read more

Can't believe I've lived in Troy for 4 years and haven't discovered this cute bakery! I imagined the place to be tiny, but they have a good amount of seating. I got the breakfast stuffed croissant, the garden vegetable lunch muffin, and the Gals cinnamon muffin. The stuffed croissant was to-die-for, and the garden vegetable muffin definitely hit the spot. The Gals cinnamon muffin (which is one of their most popular muffins) was stuffed with pecans and walnuts - YUM! It was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I imagine it would satisfy most people. Definitely going back to this place to try more! read more

Ridley's Bakery Cafe - Clockwise: garden vegetable lunch muffin, Gals cinnamon pecan-stuffed muffin, and breakfast quiche stuffed croissant. - Bakeries Near Me - Troy, Michigan

For lunch, Ridley's can't be beat. Why would you got to Panera, when you can get a fresh, local lunch at a place like this. I can't recommend the Chicken Club with Turkey Bacon enough. I love it with the 8-grain bread. I also love that they give you just a little sample cold salad and a taste of something sweet with you order. Just the right amount of other flavors to make your meal feel complete. Not a ton of seating but they have added more since they've remodeled. I do as many lunch meetings here as I can. I've introduced quite a few friends to this place as well and none have been disappointed. read more

Randomly found this place via a search for a lunch spot and I have been a huge fan since! First week, I had it three times! What's really great is you can order online from two different applications and pay in advance so when you get there, its ready to go, no need to stand in line and order/ pay. The first time I ordered (via a third party site; don't bother with that though, go directly to Ridley's website and order that way, no fees!), Ridley's had a hard time deciphering my order or making it when they said it would be ready, but I think they got confused with the third party site. Either way, they apologized and the food was awesome! Turkey garden club sandwich on amazing grain bread, with a side of coleslaw and some kind of sugar- topped cake and baked lays for $9. Won me over right there. I continued to order online through their site and never had another issue! Got there, food was ready, took all of 5 minutes in store. They also have a small, dine- in area but its usually packed during lunch hours. Ridley's also has a full bakery you can order cakes, muffins, bagels, etc. Place is amazing. Its now my go- to for lunch; its about the same cost per day as it would cost me to buy groceries and make my own lunch, but its waaaay better. They also deliver! AND they have a rewards program that I haven't gotten into yet but I will! Highly recommend this place. Only missing one star due to the confusion on the first experience and parking/ dining in can be a hassle due to size of location but overall great! read more

Ridley's Bakery Cafe - Turkey garden club! The best lunch spot in Troy! - Bakeries Near Me - Troy, Michigan

I was all psyched for chicken chili and then it was served as like...a solid? It was just meaty, tomatoey paste and it tasted kind of like Chef Boyardee made it. My salad was good though and they have a sizable gluten free treats section. Everything else in their giant baked goods/salads cases looked fresh and beautiful. read more

Best bakery in all of metro Detroit; and Michigan! My family and I have been going there for almost 10 years now! They have anything from scones, weekly muffin specials, smoothies & sandwiches. The morning muffin is my personal favorite- very hearty! The California chicken salad sandwich is a must have as well! The owner is always around- all of the staff there are very kind and caring! Definitely stop by if you are in the area! read more

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I eat here too often to not write a review. Ridley's takes pride in the quality of their ingredients and all items on the menu are reflective of that. Best muffins I have ever had (best bakery around, in general), not to mention some of the best deli sandwiches around (highly recommend the Turkey Garden Club on lavash). Even the coffee is as good as you'll find. The staff is attentive and timely. Carl always takes time to say hi to his customers even at the busiest of times. Simply put, in my opinion, the way a business should be run. Ridley's folks, thanks for your consistency and delicious food! read more

I've had their catered box lunches several times, and they are always really carefully packed! The sandwiches (turkey/chicken breast) are fresh and carefully wrapped, it comes with a fruit bowl with lots of fresh cut fruit, and chips and a large cookie. They always remember to place utensils, napkins, and condiments in each box as well. read more

Bad sandwich. Dry, tasteless and hard. Ate maybe 3 bites. Impolite service talked to me like I was stupid when I asked about the different bread choices. Will not recommend. read more

Bring back Saturday hours!!! This is a petition! Please like or add your own comment if you agree we need Ridley's to return to Saturday hours!! Said in love, we know the pandemic has wrecked havoc on everyone! But come on, it's Michigan and we need soup and cookies to get us through these winter weekends!! read more

Growing up in Troy, you know Ridley's is a staple breakfast and lunch spot. I usually stop by once a week for one of their many lunch combos, baked goods, and dog treats (my pup is a huge fan). They have delicious fresh options in their bakery, as well as GF options. Their soups and sandwiches are delicious. My personal favorite is the Chicken Wild Rice Soup and the Tuna Melt on 8-grain. I usually always get a side of potato salad and a snickerdoodle or molasses cookie. read more

Every year on Fat Tuesday I make it a point to come here for their baked pazckis. They're not like your regular pazckis but they are SO good. I always get the Bavarian chocolate and the custard. I've even gotten my brother hooked on them. I haven't tried much of their other pastries but they all look really good! read more

Ridley's Bakery Cafe - Bakeries Near Me - Troy, Michigan

I've first was introduced to Ridleys at a work meeting about 15 years ago, they've always had good quality and they are CONSISTANT! I would highly recommend. My favorite menu items are the grilled chicken/turkey bacon club and the Blueberry Scone. read more

One of THE best bakeries in the area. Great location and Karl is just a great person. So many bakeries and cafes around but this is truly one of the best! read more

Woa. Whats wrong with me, why haven't I been eating here until now? That wonderful establishment doesn't need another review but man, go here. Fresh, amazing everthing. The bread is like a tasty pillow of your dreams. The sourdough- my God. I've had sourdough from a very famous place in San Francisco I thought was amazing. I can't believe I went all the way there when this place is in my backyard. The soup- delicious. Wild rice, creamy, chicken chunks any pot pie pines for. The sandwich, cradled in that sourdough. Amaz. Artichokes galore with a dollop of pesto freshness and chicken galore. The lemon poppyseed tea cake that was free with my meal? Sugar sprinkled Angels made it. The aroma was so alluring that as you ate it, your mouth watered. I can barely contain my joy. Then the giant chocolate cappuccino cookie. I mean get out. This meal was my lunch and dinner plus some. Tops my list of pure gluttonous enjoyment. Everything, gals and guys. Try it all. The muffins are going to be my next feast. The LUNCH muffins. I'm so happy.... read more

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This place sucks. Management is immature and unprofessional. Most of the reviews are done by employess. The manager Brittany had the worst unprofessional attitude I have ever seen. I will never go into this place again. It use to be awesome back in the day. Steer clear, unsanitary. read more

My first visit today. New to the area and my realtor recommended the Cafe. No doubt I will make a return visit. It was delicious!!!!!!

Just had my 1st Ridely's experience and have to say I will definitely be making it one of my usual lunch spots. The place was packed, but my order came up really quickly and we were still able to find seating for 3. Like Panera you order at the counter, but the food is much better and fresher. The menu has a lot of options (many healthy choices) and basically includes homemade soups, bakery items, sandwiches, wraps and salads. I got the chicken salad sandwich on 8-grain bread. The chicken salad was delicious and contained dried cranberry's. The bread is made fresh. I also got a cup of the chicken chilli, which was low fat and equally delicious. The sandwich portions are large and I ended up taking home half the sandwich. So next time I would either split or order half a sandwich. The meal also comes with a small "sweet treat" of the day and a small cup of either potato or pasta salad. Yum! I am all about non-packaged, non-processed, quality food and Ridley's delivered. Side Note: This would not be an ideal place for a large group since the largest table fits about 4 people, but you can always get the lunch to go. They do catering as well. read more

Heyo! I went here to meet up with fellow Yelpers David D. and Alpesh S. I had the cafe latte and ordered 2 of their custard filled paczki muffins. The paczki muffins are baked instead of fried like a normal paczki. This makes them healthier I guess. At least that's what I told myself when I wolfed one down. Tip #1: Don't come during lunchtime. It gets really busy. Tip #2: Don't come with more than 4 people. Most of the tables are made for 2. Tip #3: Don't bring a laptop to this joint. There's no wifi. I docked it a point for no wifi and slower than usual service. Not a bad place though. read more

Soup, chili, paninni, salads, sandwiches (including vegetarian), baked goods (a small gluten free selection), and even dog treats. Let's see: muffins, scones, croissants, cookies. Fruit salad, pasta salads, wraps, quiche, lunch muffins, lunch croissants. There's just so much and the quality is amazing. I've had the BLT on sourdough and rye. Both excellent. The bread is fresh, the very crispy without being greasy, the vegetables are fresh and crispy. The muffins are also exceptional. Great flavor without too much sugar. As I try more, I'll update. I'm excited to go back for more. read more

I'm very disappointed in myself that I didn't try Ridley's a long time ago. Unfortunately, slightly odd hours and the fact I rarely lunch on the weekends forced me never to enter. Plus, constant construction in the John R/Wattles area doesn't help matters either. I've really been missing out. Maybe I'm biased because I'm preggers, but the bakery section alone makes it worth the trip. Amazingly HUGE cookies in every variety (love the lemon), scones and muffins adorn the case and make me think I've died and gone to heaven. Everything is baked fresh daily and you can tell it has that homemade touch. I've tried the chicken salad, which was delish on marble rye. Chicken salad is NOT an easy thing to master, so I was pleasantly surprised with the outcome. I also had the roast beef/cheddar/horseradish on a Lavash wrap and that was wonderful as well. Each sandwich comes with a small side of coleslaw and the treat of the day, which just so happened to be a bite-size (and amazingly delish) brownie each time. Coke products on tap but they also have a great selection of teas, coffees and bottled drinks. Very reasonable prices too, considering the quality of food you receive. I was impressed. As Henry B. notes, there is a small amount of tables and no wi-fi, but if you go during an off-time, you will have no problem nabbing a spot. It's clean, decorated adorably (love the sunshine and tree painted on the wall) and just one of those homegrown places that make you feel like you're really supporting a local business. Don't let the construction blues get to you - give this place a try. read more