Rhode Island has no shortage of old-school bakeries, and I say that without a bit of shame. We're lucky to still have so many of these neighborhood places around, and Silver Star Bakery is definitely one of my favorites. I'll admit that I don't get here as often as I'd like. I usually stop in when I happen to be in the area, but that almost makes it more of a treat when I do. Silver Star is a smaller neighborhood bakery, and that's exactly what I like about it. There's nothing pretentious about the place and no attempt to turn a simple bakery into some sort of trendy destination. You walk in, you're greeted by incredibly friendly people, and there's a very good selection of pastries and baked goods staring back at you. The variety is impressive considering the size of the shop, and I usually end up leaving with more than I originally intended to buy. The coffee is also very good, which matters to me. There's something about getting a good cup of coffee alongside a fresh pastry from a neighborhood bakery that just works. Silver Star gets that combination right without making a production out of it. The prices are another big plus. Everything feels reasonably priced, especially compared with what you can end up paying at some of the newer bakeries and cafés. You're getting good food, good coffee, friendly service, and that genuine neighborhood-bakery atmosphere without feeling like you're being charged extra for the privilege. Five stars from me. Silver Star is exactly the kind of bakery I hope Rhode Island continues to hold onto. Small, friendly, affordable, plenty of good pastries, and no unnecessary fuss. I always enjoy stopping in, and I'm already looking forward to the next time I'm in the neighborhood. read more

I came here several years ago for best iced coffee RI. Their coffee was simple and basic but their baked goods are epic. I stopped in today despite all the snow in providence and numerous roadways nearby being blocked my plows and trucks. I have zero regrets! The obstacles were worth overcoming for their amazing rainbow cookies that I'm obsessed with. This bakery isn't fancy at all, but don't let that fool you. Their staff is lovely and their cookies are epic. I love this spot so much! It is a hidden gem. read more

Silver Star Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

I give this place 3.5 stars but I'll round up to 4 stars! They have good malasadas, I also like their pizza strips. I went in once before and asked for a pizza strip and lemon square and did get the pizza strip but got some kind of almond cookie instead of the lemon square? I tried to connect with them on it but no luck. I also had an iced coffee on that visit and it was awful. I went back today for an iced coffee since I was in the area and the coffee was definitely better this time around but still mediocre. If you're visit here, I'd suggest not getting coffee and checking your bag of goodies before you leave and then this will be a 5 star experience. read more

Silver Star Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

So many cookies and pastries-will definitely keep this place on my list next time I am in the area. There is no seating inside or out. Premade sandwiches available. Hot and iced coffee too! read more

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This bakery is so cute and tucked away in a little neighborhood in Providence. We were excited to come here because of the reviews. Once we entered the business, we were greeted by a young lady behind the counter. She gave us "I don't want to help you" kinda vibes. She had no words to say to us other than "hi" and the total amount we owed. Once we ordered, the girl was far more engaged with the gentleman that came in after us. I ordered a hotcoco and a few desserts. And the girl seemed really bothered when I inquired about the types of milks they offered. I ordered a hot coco with almond milk. When it was ready, the girl put my drink on the counter, gave us a face and walked away. I am giving this business four stars, because the desserts we ordered were very good. But the service, could be way better than this, very disappointing. read more

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This wonderful Portuguese Bakery in the Fox Point neighborhood of Providence has been a staple in the community for so many years. We lived down the street from Silver Star 25 years ago, and loved it then, and we now drive there because it's just that good. I highly recommend their sweet bread - so light, airy, and delicious! Their Portuguese rolls are also outstanding. However, the gold star goes to their Pasteis de Nata, Portuguese custard tarts with a flaky pastry shell and a rich creamy center. Silver Star offers some of the best Pasteis de Nata around at a very reasonable price. Also noteworthy is that you can buy cheese from the Azorean island of Sao Jorge here as well as Azorean butter. Try them both along with the baked goods and the rice puddling- You won't be disappointed! read more

Silver Star Bakery - Food of the gods - Pasteis de Nata (Portuguese custard tart) - Bakeries Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

I'm not sure what the hype is about. Feel like their iced coffee/iced bevs are watered down. The danish was fine.

Fantastic pasteis de nata,great tres leches .great old school bakery! Awesome service! Good espresso and a charming window seating. read more

Silver Star Bakery - Inside the bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

My family has been coming here for years for their Portuguese sweet bread, and I've been dying to try it. Up until recently, I couldn't eat gluten. Now that I can, I had the pleasure of trying it for the first time! I loved it! It was delicious, and the texture was like challah, which is a bread that is traditionally eaten during the Jewish holidays, but it tasted sweeter. It's great as a sandwich and as a snack in the car. I can definitely tell that this bread is what Silver Star Bakery is famous for. Next year when I head back to Provincetown with my family, I hope we can stop by Providence along the way because I would love to get more. I don't know how I've been missing out on this bread. read more

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Best Portuguese bakery & lunch spot in all of RI. Service was superior!! Portuguese sweet bread was cooked perfectly. This place is well worth going out of you way to eat there or take out. read more

From the very first moment I walked in I didn't feel welcomed. We began looking at the displays and there was only 2 or 3 things that caught my attention; a cannoli, bean tart and a triangle shaped pasterie, none of which were any good. We then ordered an espresso shot and an iced cappuccino which turned out worse than the food itself. My espresso shot was burned and full of coffee powder in the bottom, and the cappuccino was 95% cream, it was white. Overall I had a really bad experience here and probably won't go back. read more

Silver Star Bakery - The bakery location outside. - Bakeries Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

First time here, I tried the Tiramisu and it's was SO GOOD. I almost went back inside for another one. I love tiramisu, but finding a good one is hard, and this is fantastic! read more

Silver Star Bakery - Tres Leches Cake; Tiramisu Cake - Bakeries Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

I stopped in on a weekday afternoon and they still had a pretty good selection of tasty treats. I ordered a pastais de nata, brownie, birthday cake and strawberry cheesecake macaron. The strawberry cheesecake isn't pictured because it did not survive the trip home. Everything was very tasty and all totaled a reasonable price of $10. read more

Silver Star Bakery - Pastais de nata, no nut brownie, & birthday cake macaron - Bakeries Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

When you walk in, you'll see there are a variety of desserts for you to choose from. I heard their classic Portuguese egg tarts were really good, so I wanted to try them. I purchased 2 queijadas de nata (classic Portuguese egg tart), 2 queijadas de leite, 2 queijadas de coco, and 1 queijada de feijão (bean egg tart). Each was $1.75 each. The server was friendly and took her time explaining the different egg tarts. She said the bean was her favorite so I wanted to try 1 of them. To be honest, it was my least favorite. lol. sorry. I liked the fluffiness and crunchiness of the classic. The coco was a little dry. It's worth a try, but I would stick to the classic. read more

Silver Star Bakery - From upper left clockwise, qeijadas de nata (classic), queijadas de leite, queijadas de coco, and queijada de feijã - Bakeries Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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really really wanted some egg tarts in the worst way possible and this place was open later than most bakeries and had the goods and there was so many more things to choose from we only tried one other thing besides egg tarts this time because i was getting anxiety about how much i was spending but we got 3 egg tarts and whatever the other goodie was it was like a donut with cream and a cherry on top began with a "p" and it was under $10!!! with prices like that i will make this my permanent egg tart spot read more

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We came here upon a visit because it had high ratings. This place did not disappoint. The woman who helped us was very friendly and nice. I tried to speak a tiny bit of Portuguese. She was able to set me up with authentic desserts for my aunt who's from Portugal. They were delicious. We all enjoyed them. Very happy we stopped here to try out their yummy treats. read more

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What a pleasant surprise this unassuming corner bakery is. I went in just to see what they had and walked out with 7 pastry's, macrons and sweet bread. I have been back serval times since. Custard cups are amazing, as well as the other pastries. Not overly sweet like other well known RI bakeries. My family has lived everything I've brought home. Macrons are the tastiest, fresh changing with the season. I'd go every weekend if I lived in Prov. read more

We were walking around in the area and decided to stop into this Portuguese bakery for some egg tarts and queijadas. Everything we tried was good, but wish it was a bit less sweet. read more

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Terrible service. Counter people didn't not give one care about customers. I ordered croissants and paid with exact change. The cashier told me she had to go in back to get my change. Reminded them I gave exact change. Still disappeared on the back to get "change". 5 or so minutes later someone else came out and waited on the persons behind me. started to realize everyone behind the counter were in filthy pajamas and totally out of it. Not sure what is happening here. felt bad for the health and well being of staff. took the food j paid for but wont eat it because of cleanliness. i hope they get help. read more

Nice, quiet atmosphere. No fuss, no pretence. Good people. Staff as well as customers seem down-to-earth and friendly. Obviously a neighbourhood place. I'll definitely come here again. read more

the egg tarts slap so hard. they're crispy and flaky and sweet and custardy. so worth the early morning visit. also got a block of cheese to add to my charcuterie board. straightforward service and loved seeing regulars come in without saying a word and the person behind the counter knowing exactly what they order. well kept shop and definitely want to order a hot breakfast sandwich next time!!! read more

Was super excited to try this place based on the reviews and because I love Portuguese egg tarts!!! So we went a bit out of our way so I could pick some up on our short trip in Rhode Island. The desserts were all great!! But the service was TERRIBLE. The girl was extremely rude. I was curious to ask about two desserts and all she said was... milk (for dessert made with milk) and bean (for the dessert made with beans). If there aren't labels to it, maybe it would be best to have a menu? I would love to know what are in desserts especially due to allergies. Honestly me and my friends wanted to buy 4-5 dozen pastries to bring back home to New York City but with the attitude she gave us, I decided that we shouldn't. read more

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Delicious and many different items to choose from! I stopped by because of how tasty everything looked read more

Silver Star Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Somethings are good, others are fine. I find the crusts of things to be on the dry and tough side. Like the egg tart doesn't flake apart when you bite into it, it's tough to chew. The doughboy is a little bland. Their mini pecan pie bites are good and their donuts are good. read more

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This review is based on my visit in February for the #BestDonutsRI competition.     We arrived around 10am on a Saturday. Parking is on the street, and we were able to park close by. There was a small line, but it moved quickly.   They have a selection of Portuguese sweets and breads, with other baked goods in the front case. The donut selection is on the back wall behind the staff. There was only a handful of choices available. We chose the Sugar Raised Donut and the Chocolate Sprinkled Raised Donut. The dough of these donuts are slightly sweetened. I liked my Sugar Raised Donut, but I wouldn't go out of the way for them (definitely with PVDonuts down the street). The boyfriend said the frosting on the chocolate frosting was okay.   Overall, the donuts were pretty average. read more

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The service just wasn't that great I asked the girl if she had fresh bread in the back because the bread on the counter was a little hard she said yeah and brought me even worse bread she didn't want to answer questions and the pastry was just okay. read more

3.5/5. Neat Portuguese bakery that's a bit more traditional and homey than the new faves on the East Side. I'm going to agree with other reviewers that doing your research is important for choosing a pastry at this local spot. Worthy choices include the pasteis de nata, bread rolls, and zeppoles. There is plenty I am interested in, but I'd skip out on most cookies and the donuts. I would also miss the spongy citrus cake(?) thing, it has a real punch of sugar but not the most pleasant texture. Take note that their hours are quite extensive compared to other sweets sellers around this area, so you can satisfy your pastry cravings on a whim! read more

Silver Star Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

This is my go to place for breads pastries and cookies. Very consistent over the course of several visits. Never overly busy. Staff is very helpful. A little confusing as no prices are listed. They pastries are around $1 and the small bite size cookies are around 65 cents. Great place to get rolls and bread as well as a variety of pastries, especially the glazed popovers read more

There's something about local bakeries that really hits the spot. Tucked away at the corner of Ives and Fremont, the simple bakery design makes you feel like you're in a classic neighborhood joint. The interior is pretty simple and the lines are typically long on the weekends, so I was excited to wait my turn and try out all they had to offer. For a bakery, the donuts (sugar and jelly) have a rich texture you'd expect to have from a properly baked bread and the decadent sweetness from sweets. Since they're a Portuguese bakery, the rolls and egg tart really had the crunchy exterior, moist and doughy interior that I was looking for. The freshly baked rolls come in a pack of six for only $2.50, so the affordability and hospitality will have me coming back on the weekends. read more

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Awesome the food and service as well as the ambiance is amazing. I'm very happy to have tried it the day we went home from Boston.

So delicious these places are like old cars there really hard to come by everything here is good and the staff are very nice

10:30AM on a Saturday, short line of 2-3 people. Pros: -Nice staff -Lots of delicious-looking options -Inexpensive Cons: -Donuts are a little on the savory side -Street parking -- $1.98 for 2 donuts Plain Glazed Donut Plain glazed yeast donut. Tastes a little like fried dough and is more on the savory side. Kind of chewy. Chocolate Frosted Donut Plain yeast donut with chocolate frosting. The frosting minimizes the savory taste--would recommend this over the plain glazed. Other donut options that were available: sugar-coated yeast, powdered jelly (?), chocolate frosted with sprinkles read more

Silver Star Bakery - Chocolate frosted donut - Bakeries Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

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Stopped by on a Saturday to get one egg tart ($1.35) and the lady rudely asked "that's it?". Thankfully I only got one because it was not good. The filling was not custardy or eggy at all - consistency and taste was like a solid hunk of sugar. Great browning on the surface of the filling, however the crust was soggy. I probably wouldn't buy this again. read more

Silver Star Bakery - Egg tart - $1.35. - Bakeries Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

Picture this: It's early morning. The world is still dark and quiet. And like a dream, Silver Star Bakery is boasting a brightly-lit "open sign." From the dark street, you can see, smell, and practically taste the goodies within. Early on a Saturday morning, the shelves were stocked with donuts, cookies, and pastries galore. Everything looked delicious. The donuts were quite tasty although not overly sweet. I'd bet these donuts would appeal to someone who doesn't have a huge sweet tooth. In fact, many of the treats are not overly sweet. Not a bad thing! I really loved the almond tart and apple-pie square. Would go back for those for sure. I look forward to trying more treats from here. Huge bonus: very inexpensive. Left with 3+ boxes for under $25. read more

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From the dysfunctional website to its shabby exterior Silver Star Bakery in Providence is not exactly a place built for business in 2018-2019, but from the moment guests enter the reason it survives becomes evident, a steady stream of Senior Citizens making their way in and kibitzing with clerks while picking up their daily Bread. Located in Fox Point for decades, the historically Portuguese part of town now a diverse mix of Italians and others inhabiting Colonial house, it was just past 8:15am that the store was found still with full shelves, the woman behind the counter stern-faced but pleasant with a big Brooklyn accent as she pretend-bickered with an elderly man about being closed on Christmas day and the one following. Catering to local tastes without forgetting the past, everything from Rainbow Cookies to Egg Custard Tarts baked on-site daily, it was after lengthy perusal that an order emerged, a total of eleven items featuring six varieties carefully boxed and taken home for just over 12 dollars. Likely the only Bakery in fifty miles offering the flavors of Portugal, a citrusy Sponge starting things off with great moisture and subtle sweetness while Pastéis de Nata were gently re-warmed in the oven, suffice it to say that Hong Kong's Dan Tat have nothing on their cousins here featuring a flaky shell, the inside still quivering just a bit and likely even better fresh at Silver Star's 5am opening. Moving next to a Zeppole, its Vanilla Custard thick but unfortunately beginning to give the exterior a soggy texture, it was a last minute choice that led to the addition of a Pop Over glazed like a Donut, the oversized Egg Bread featuring a great rise and an enormous central cavity while Rainbow Cookies in two varieties were predictably enjoyable and surprisingly the only ones found across seven local Bakeries...unless one wishes to count the monthly special at PVDonuts. read more

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Expected better. The woman behind the counter was not very friendly, which is fine - but there were no prices on anything and I felt uncomfortable asking. Maybe I should have ordered the egg tarts they are famous for and would have enjoyed it more. Will be back for them next time. I had an eclair and it wasn't anything special. The chocolate chip cookie was good, but nothing memorable. read more

We've come in a few times, and enjoy this cute somewhat old school Portuguese bakery. Haven't had much other than the donuts - which are good, but not particularly special or notable, especially with PVDonuts just down the street - and the always reliable wine biscuits I've found on a table to the side of the counter area. It generally isn't busy when we've been in, but that apparently changes weekend mornings. By the afternoon, the cases can occasionally be nearly empty. I'm not certain that baking happens throughout the day despite the long operating hours here. Service had been very friendly whenever we've come, and that's always a plus for me. read more

I got their egg tarts and they were the best I've ever had!! The shell was buttery and flakey while the custard inside was perfectly sweet and soft. I could live off of them. read more

Silver Star Bakery - Egg tart - Bakeries Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

This is, hands down, probably the best or waaaaay up there on the list of Portuguese bakeries in RI and surrounding MA. The owner is sweet, thoughtful, accommodating, and honest. The prices are reasonable and well worth the products. They more recently have started taking credit cards, so now I can really make some damage! Some of my faves: the sweetbread -- by far, the best in the area... you can't go wrong (tip: go on either Wednesday, Friday, or Sunday for out of the oven freshness); the cinnamon twist -- the best I've ever had, seriously... these folks know their way around a flaky pastry; the Portuguese pastries (queijadas) like nata, feijao, and leit... amazing; oh, and the empanadas and calzones... MUAH! The bread, of course, is just wonderful, so filling it with savory goodies only makes it better. Ya gotta try it! read more

Silver Star Bakery - Their great bread with hunks of linguiça baked in... Just gorgeous! - Bakeries Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island

I have been past this bakery many times and never realized that it was a Portuguese style Bakery. The rolls and the Breads and the pastries looked so yummy that it was difficult to make a decision. We were looking for a bread to make French toast with for breakfast the next day and decided to buy a sweet bread. It was so heavy and so rich and so delicious. Their pastries we're outstanding and they were very careful about their service. We waited outside on the sidewalk until the person being served came out and then my friend and I went in to be served. They had very clear limits of two people at a time in the store. The signs were large and clear and easy to read and understand. Once inside I could see all of the precautions that were being taken for cleanliness. We enjoyed everything that we bought there and will definitely be back. read more

Silver Star Bakery - Friendly face from a distance - Bakeries Near Me - Providence, Rhode Island