We ordered a cake for our son's graduation party. Boy did we hit a homerun!!! Everyone was so impressed by this monster of a cake! Decadent, regal and just DELICIOUS! We ordered a half white and chocolate with butter creme frosting! It was so perfect for the occasion. If you want a show stopper cake make sure to go to The Riverside Bakery! Mad Respect! Thank You so much! The Wenrich Family! read more

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Ordered some snowman cookies. they looked like they were tan not white. The details looked like a child decorated them. Cookies were ok but I think they could've been better. For the price, not happy read more

These are the real deal in donuts in the Fox Valley. The best Boston Cream ever. Anywhere in these United States. Fast, courteous service. Great location. read more

We had a small wedding cake made. I gave basic instructions and let them "go for it" it turned out so great! And the fudge filling was so yummy! Thank you for coming thru in a pinch! read more

I have been trying to find the best donut in the area and so many people have said good things about this place so i decided to give it a try but I was a bit disappointed. I came on Wednesday where they had a special for $1.60 eclairs so I got an eclair, as well as the custard filled Bismarck and glazed donut. The eclair was so good! Completely filled with a creamy delicious custard. Definitely come and try their eclairs!! The donuts, however are where I was disappointed. They are dense and chewy and just not pleasant to eat. Since the Bismarck was filled with custard (a good amount too) it wasn't as bad but don't get the regular glazed donut if you like a fluffy donut like me. I think this place is overhyped, at least for donuts. May be back for the eclairs though read more

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Always go in there the pastries are fresh. The donuts are fresh. The sugar cook cookies are awesome. Never had a problem there.

Fresh and unique options for this charming local bakery which is just steps from the river where you can find a spot on the grass to sit and enjoy your donut. After, you have finished take a little time to stroll around this sweet area. read more

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This Bakery is fantastic. Everything is made onsite and always fresh. Everything I've tried has been delicious. Don't forget to buy cookies. Also, have cash. ENJOY! read more

Awesome little bakery. This was our first visit. It was pretty crowded. It would be super helpful if there was a menu posted listing the available offerings. Or at least label the trays. read more

Staff is super friendly. I ordered my Pazcki and pick up was easy. Taste good and will try other stuff later read more

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My favorite bakery!! I've literally dreamt of these donuts on multiple occasions. The custard Bismarck the chocolate donuts....smiley face cookies...we'd be here all day if I named every item that I love. This family-owned bakery has been a staple in McHenry for decades. They accommodate special orders, as well. I live in Chicago and make my family bring me these donuts whenever they come to visit. read more

Best damn cake donuts with chocolate icing you can find. I dream about them. nom nom nom

I contacted Riverside Bakery because I was working in Crystal Lake and I needed a cake for my nephews birthday party. It was the last of my choices because of distance. I'm so glad I called because it was one of the best cakes I ever had! The cake was light and moist, and the frosting was fluffy and not too sweet. They were so accommodating they removed decorations from an existing cake and wrote what I needed at no charge. No trace of the previous decorations could be detected. I am so happy I found Riverside but so sad I live too far away to go regularly read more

Riverside Bake Shop - Yellow cake with white icing - Bakeries Near Me - Mchenry, Illinois

My mom got me a cake for my birthday and it was truly the BEST cake I have ever had. The cake was moist and fluffy and the buttercream frosting was absolutely perfect and not too sweet. This will definitely be my go-to bakery! Thank you Riverside! read more

Riverside Bake Shop - Bakeries Near Me - Mchenry, Illinois

This place is the best. Been going to this location since I was a kid. The doughnuts and pastries are always great. It's family owned and operated so the service is great. The small town ambiance makes it a need to go and check out spot. read more

We have been going to Riverside bakery for nearly 40 years. We realize the prices had to go up because of food prices going up but we still buy a dozen donuts whenever we're in Mchenry. If you want something so delicious get yourself a chocolate doughnut they are the best. The owner is very nice. read more

Just had a wedding shower in McHenry. The groom requested his favorite childhood desert- sprinkle. cookies from Riverside Bake shop. He was very happy to see them on the desert table. Wonderful cookies. The staff was very helpful, pre-ordering the cookies was very easy. This was a fantastic experience. Thanks for making another fantastic memory and adding to our fun day. Mary L Royce-Mozal read more

Everything is good, just wish they accepted credit cards, especially for larger orders.

Best kept secret in McHenry! Donut holes are to die for!!! Always great service. Don't miss out! read more

Every time we have a special occasion Riverside Bake Shop is our go to place. Nothing but compliments are given on whatever "treat" is chosen. On a casual walk downtown we always stop in for a donut, cookie or fritter. Yum! read more

Love the Riverside Bake Shop! This has and still is a MUST stop bakery when you're visiting downtown McHenry. From the traditional smiley face cookie, to my favorite cinnamon roll, and delicious hardy donuts I have never been disappointed and I've definitely over indulged here... Anyway if you need a good donut or a delicious treat - Riverside is your local go to! read more

The best donuts and eclairs I've ever had! Yum. Staff is quick and nice. Does not take cash but ATM on premises.

The best bakery in McHenry County..! We got a chocolate birthday cake and many of our guests commented that it was the best cake they've ever had. read more

I am so beyond happy with my wedding cake from Riverside Bakery. I showed a picture of what I was kinda looking for and they by far exceeded my expectations. Not only was it beautiful, but my gosh it was so good. I use to come here as a little girl and so happy that this is the place that created my perfect wedding cake. THANK YOU read more

Riverside Bake Shop - Wedding cake - Bakeries Near Me - Mchenry, Illinois

The Riverside Bake Shop is the absolute best bakery. Over the years I have tried just about every doughnut they make. My all time absolute favorite is the Custard filled Bismark. It's a nice size doughnut just filled full with a great tasting custard. I have never had a Bismark from anywhere else that has as much custard as Riverside's. The Bismark also has a great tasting chocolate topping. I highly recommend trying one. They are awesome. I have also had their cookies and coffee cakes. They are also very good. I really like the coffee cake topped with cherries. I know I have tried the cakes but it's been too long to give an honest opinion on those. Another awesome treat they offer on Fat Tuesday is the Packi's. These are another great treat that is a cross between a doughnut and a cake, or maybe a cream puff. A Packi is a powdered doughnut split in half and just filled with a nice fluffy cream and other fillings such as cherries, blueberries, and my favorite is the one filled with cream and banana pudding and slices of banana. They have a nice variety, but it's best to order them in advance to get exactly what you want. You can't go wrong with the Riverside Bake Shop. read more

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Great, old fashioned bakery with all the favorites! It's worth the drive to McHenry. (Cash or check only.). The cake donuts with buttercream frosting are amazing. read more

Great ice cream, candy and frozen bananas YUM. They have been around for years and just expanded parking lot.

Awesome staff, amazing treats! Love the maple frosted cinnamon rolls, chocolate frosted donuts and the Apple fritters the most!

Who doesn't love bakeries? Not only do they have the tastiest baked goods, but their staff is always outgoing and friendly. Donuts, coffee cake, bread, what have you, I've never been disappointed. My favorite: apricot coffee cake and their apple bread. My dog's favorite: old fashioned donut (he sits outside and howls while I'm inside. Just don't want him to know there are other choices than plain donuts). This is one of the reasons that makes McHenry a great place to live! read more

Bernie and the rest of the team did an absolutely amazing job with my two-tier cake for my parents' 40th anniversary! Their team was so kind and helpful. The cake was delicious - a tier of vanilla cake with raspberry filling, and a tier of chocolate cake with custard filling, all covered in delicious buttercream. For decorating it, I asked if I could send them a photo of my parents' original wedding cake, and Bernie said that was no problem at all. They did such an amazing job!! When I picked up the cake, Bernie was so kind and showed me how to set up the tiers once I got home, and even helped us carry everything to my car. My entire family will definitely be Riverside Bake Shop customers for life!! Thank you so much for making my parents' 40th wedding anniversary so special. The cake made my mom cry happy tears - it was perfect! read more

Riverside Bake Shop - Amazing cake from an amazing team! - Bakeries Near Me - Mchenry, Illinois

I just want to thank you guys, for having such awesome people at your business. This gentleman, Rod, brings doughnuts to the police department and always leaves a nice message. I just want you guys to know that a gesture that small, is greatly appreciated by all the officers. It's refreshing to be appreciated in this day and age and the fact that Rod brings us these delicious doughnuts, speaks volumes about him. Thank you so much for your appreciation, Rod. You're a good man. read more

Riverside Bake Shop - Wonderful messages to the police officers - Bakeries Near Me - Mchenry, Illinois

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The best donuts and baked goods for as long as I can remember (~40 years). I always pay them a visit when I'm back home visiting family and am never disappointed. Talk about product consistency! Riverside is the standard by which I measure all others. read more

Great doughnuts and pastries. Favorite are the cinnamon rolls. Danish are also very tasty. Unlike Dunkin or Countryside, these treats taste fantastic even 2-3 days later...if you actually have leftovers read more

Real good baked goods here! Love the cream cheese filling! Right on point! Fruit filings are also real good! I will be back! Well done! read more

Placed an order for a dozen cinnamon rolls this Sunday morning. It was very busy when we came to pick them up, so we were glad we called in advance! It was our first time going, so we didn't know that payments are cash and check only. There is an ATM provided but I believe it was a $3 charge for using it. The cinnamon rolls were huge and very very delicious! Will definitely be coming back soon to try other things on the menu! read more

Ehhhh not as good as I thought it would be. Doughnuts a little dry and frosting not even at all so you get a couple good bites and a not a lot of not tasty ones. read more

Came here on a Saturday morning and fell in love with every doughnut and cake they had. We got some doughnuts and black and yellow Smiley face cookies. They were delicious. read more

Riverside Bake Shop - Bakeries Near Me - Mchenry, Illinois

You can't get better donuts than Riverside! I've been going there for 20 years. Love it!

I used to love this bakery but some items have been really dry lately. The blueberry muffins are terrible. They taste like a blueberry cupcake that is very dry with all blueberries in the very bottom dry. McDonald's makes better quality blueberry muffins. Seriously! I'd stick with fruit filled bakery items if I were you. That way there's more moisture. read more

One of the best chocolate cake donuts in the Midwest ! Their icings on there products are great.