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    Sweet Maria's

    4.0 (89 reviews)
    ModerateBakeries, Desserts
    Closed 8:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Pignoli Nut
    Jason P.

    I've seen Sweet Maria's as the Connecticut selection on a Best Place for Cookies in Every State List. That list touted Sweet Maria's Pignoli Nut Cookie as their most popular. Today, I put this distinction to the test. Sweet Maria's is located in a nondescript shopping plaza not far from Brass Mill Mall. Service was friendly and the shop was colorful. I ordered a box of small cookies for my family to sample. The box included Pignoli Cookies, Coconut Fruit Pinwheels, Chocolate Chip, White Chocolate Chip, Chocolate Chocolate Chip, Gingersnap and Oatmeal Raisin. The cookies were tasty. The Pignoli and Pinwheels were my two favorite, and the Gingersnap was a a close third. They were fresh and well-executed. The white chocolate chip and oatmeal raisin cookies tasted good, but did not taste as fresh. The chocolate chip cookies were not quite as good as the Pignoli and Pinwheels, but they were pretty good. I didn't try the others. I don't think Sweet Maria's cookies are the best in the State like the List did. I liked their cookies and they were above average, but I've recently had two cookies in the Greater Hartford area I liked better than any of Sweet Maria's cookies. Sweet Maria's also makes cakes, cupcakes, biscotti and other desserts. They all looked very good. If you're in the Waterbury area, Sweet Maria's is worth checking out. Four Stars

    Brit B.

    My mom recently got me a cake from here for my birthday I was really excited about. The cake was gorgeous and everything I asked for but completely lacked in flavor. Unfortunately, I cannot recommend the chocolate cake or chocolate buttercream. However, the chocolate mousse filling was tasty. Ultimately, I couldn't even finish was slice and the cake was an expensive waste. I have had their yellow cake before at other occasions which was good.

    12" Lemon Raspberry Cake
    Nicki L.

    We've been ordering cakes here for special occasions for as long as I can remember. They are so delicious! The menu is very extensive. You'll always find something for your taste. The ordering process is simple and cakes are ready on time. Most recently had the Chocolate Raspberry Mousse cake and it was divine. Be sure to get the whipped cream frosting. As kids, we loved the Cookies and Cream :) You can't go wrong with any of their options!

    That will be $87 because of the "extra decorations."

    Used to love this place, but it isn't what it used to be, and the cost is ridiculous. I ordered a cake for my daughter and wanted flowers piped on the side. I wanted fondant mushrooms too, but they don't do anything 3D. I ordered the cake with textured frosting (picture I sent looked like tree bark) and flowers. Price was $87 ("because of the extra decoration") for a ten inch cake. Pricey but I figured I was getting a really nicely decorated cake. When I got the cake, it was plain green, not a single flower. Picture attached. I called to complain and they said the extra 30 I paid was to tint the frosting green and to "texture" the frosting. To add to my disappointment, cake itself was just ok, not as good as it used to be. Don't waste your money. Big Y cakes are just as good for much less.

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    5 years ago

    Always delicious & fresh! The eat cookies & biscotti In Connecticut. Reasonably priced & super friendly staff.

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    4 years ago

    Great and yummy cupcakes!!! Staff is very friendly and it's a great place to order a cake as well

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    3 years ago

    This is absolutely the best bakery in Waterbury. You will not be disappointed.

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    3 years ago

    The best cake in Waterberry,try raspberry mousse, and lemon, coconut, and a cookie cream cake for the first time eat sweet Maria rum cake...

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    5 years ago

    Awesome very berry cake. Very nice employees and great peanut butter cookies! Will definitely be back once I lose some weight lol.

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    4 years ago

    We had the best cannoli cake for my dad's birthday party. The staff were extremely friendly and the guests enjoyed the cake!

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    I order from there at least 4 times a year! Love the flavors and decor is always beautiful. Tasteful, beautiful cakes!

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    We've been coming here for a few years and love the cupcakes. Many unique flavors and always moist…read moreand delicious. The staff is very friendly and the store is extremely clean. Very fun vibe. The only thing we don't like are the other desserts in the case. There has only been one thing that we have enjoyed, and it was a Mango Toaster Pastry from our first visit. Other than that, we find the brownies, cookies, etc. to be pretty average...sometimes too sweet, sometimes too bland. Cupcakes are their specialty for sure, and we'll keep coming back for those.

    Gluten-free yummy cupcakes are offered alongside their regular cupcakes, cookies, scones and more…read more Cupcakes are soft and fluffy. This spot has sit, stay and snack for awhile vibes. There are different seating options including a back room which houses a beautiful yellow sofa, blue chairs, coffee table, and three arcade games. There is also a large room downstairs to rent out for gatherings such as birthday parties. Such a nice idea! The gluten-free cupcakes were soft, rich and yummy. I wish I had more. There was a really nice guy working the day I came in. He has been working for Hardcore Sweet Bakery for two years. He was very helpful and answered all of my many questions. He's a keeper! The only thing this place is missing is coffee. Then it would be absolutely perfect. Love this place! Snack and stay awhile.

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