My fiancé and I like to visit The Able Baker while we're in Maplewood to get some treats for ourselves. I highly recommend their coffee, I get a different drink each time and I'm never disappointed. The bakery can get a bit crazy and crammed, it's fairly small, and there's a lot going on, especially on the weekends. The staff move quickly to get orders ready and out, everyone works efficiently. As for the treats, my fiancé has enjoyed a variety of goodies from there, especially the cupcakes. I usually opt for a box of the gluten-free (also vegan) raspberry bars. The box is definitely pricey, so it's absolutely a treat for me to splurge on myself. Overall, the spot is worth a visit to while near Maplewood if you have a sweet tooth or need a caffeine fix. read more

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Back again, had a divine gf df raspberry bar and another fabulous unsweetened matcha delivered with a smile and design ! Just an addictive place that feels magical every time you enter. Will miss them when I'm back in dc! read more

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Ordered carrot cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! We all did! Moist and flavorful thank you so much! Easy ordering process and pick up. It was busy when we got there but the line moved and there is plenty of team members ready to serve. read more

Steadfast in its consistency and always committed to high-quality, this bakery is the best in the greater area of Maplewood. Locals will come to this place to buy their apple pies, spinach Gruyère quiche and home baked cookies. Absolutely everything in this bakery comes out fresh and you can tell. Even peeking into the front window demonstrates the craftsmanship and attention to detail paid by staff for preparing the goods. The products are well packaged and really hit the spot no matter what mood you are in. They have seasonal cookies and other treats so come ready! A+ bakery for so many reasons. read more

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It's a very clean place, with excellent costumer service and kind staff. Their treats are all so yummy too! It's a great place! read more

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I love The Able Baker--truly the best desserts in the area. That said, this review is about accessibility and inclusion, especially for individuals with disabilities. We need to move away from statements like "We don't allow dogs that aren't service animals." Phrasing matters. I have a one-year-old Cavapoo who is a registered service animal. She supports me with CPTSD and is highly trained, but because she's small and fluffy, she doesn't look like a traditional service dog. She doesn't always wear her vest, but I always carry her registration ID. I spoke with the manager, Owen, and shared some feedback: If your business wants to be truly progressive, you must lead with inclusive and positive language. Rather than focusing on what isn't allowed, try asking kindly and respectfully: "Is your dog a registered service animal? May I please see their ID?" Language holds power. Inclusion is not just about rainbow logos or Pride posts (I say this as a proud LGBTQIA+ community member). It's about understanding that people experience the world differently--and honoring that with empathy and awareness. Maplewood prides itself on being a warm, welcoming town. Let's make sure our words reflect that. To all business owners: swap "don't, can't, and won't" for words that invite trust, clarity, and kindness. The staff here is always lovely, and this is not a complaint--it's an opportunity to grow. Progress happens through awareness, not assumptions. Let's keep doing better--together. read more

This old-fashioned bakery is a gem! The baked goods are made to perfection, and the coffee is great! You can also purchase pre-packed goods for a present, to bring with you to a party, or to take home. It has limited space for sitting, and you may have to share a public table, but the desserts are well worth it. The décor and staff dress code are old-fashioned Rosie-the-Riveter-inspired style. All the times I was there, the staffing was adequate to handle the crowd, even when it was busy. read more

No prices anywhere. Everything is a mystery here and the staff shrugs when you ask why no prices are listed anywhere. The girl behind the counter said you can look for the prices on their website. It's totally obnoxious and an insult to the customer. Cookies weren't that great either. read more

I cannot believe all the outstanding reviews on this site. This baker is average at best. I decided to travel to this baker based on reviews and the news. I can get better bake goods from bakeries around me. Do not take the trip. Again, the food is average especially for the prices they charge. read more

If the Able Baker has no fans, you can bury me six feet under with nothing but my cold lifeless body. I would go to war for their blueberry cobbler and chocolate cake with vanilla frosting. I dont know what they do to these cakes but genuinely im drooling sitting here thinking about it. Thanks Able for being a great baker and putting that work in. read more

My first interaction with the Able Baker was their strawberry rhubarb pie. I grew up with pies my grandmother made, too many to count of really delicious pies. And I've made 'a few' myself. This, however, was arguably the best pie I have ever eaten. From crust to filling, delightful perfection. Wow! I will be back to try more Able Baker treats. read more

This is such a cute bakery! They have a perfect array of cookies, cupcakes, scones, and other goodies! I've tried the scones, royal frosted cookies, and now the lemon loaf (GF) and have loved them all. It does tend to be busy but the staff is friendly and moves you on through. There is limited outdoor seating nearby so plan to bring your goodies outside or to the car. Prices are not listed for pastries and it isn't cheap - but I say worth it! read more

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I love the location of the Abel Baker, right in the beginning of the heart of maplewood. I spotted their outdoor pick up window and I just had to try a few goodies. Their menu is a good size, not too overwhelming. I wanted to try a few different things so I asked the worker what some of his favorites were. I went with the chocolate chip cookie, the blueberry lemon crumb, the banana bread and the chocolate chip scone. The star of the show was the banana bread. I am a sucker for a great slice of banana bread and this one was really really good. It was super moist and not too overwhelming with any flavor particularly. My second favorite was the chocolate chip cookie. It was perfectly crunchy on the outside and chewy in the middle. The blueberry lemon crumb was ok. It didn't stand out to me, the flavors were a little bland. The scone was also just all right, I know scone is meant to be dry but this one was just a little too dry for me. If you're ever in the area definitely stop by for a slice of banana bread and I'll definitely be back to try their cupcakes, they also looked fabulous. The staff was also super friendly and helpful. read more

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I absolutely love this place. I got a large order of cupcakes for a party and it was a hit. This is my goto place now. Their coffee and pastries are delicious as well. Parking can be a bit tricky. But worth it. read more

3rd year on a row I order something from the website and when I pick up is something totally different, this is the last time I order from this place. On top of that $40 for a small cake is pricey, ok for a spotless service but not worth it here any more. read more

I seriously cannot! The Able Baker is hands down the best bakery ever!!! So extremely fresh and delicious! We randomly popped in one afternoon and I decided to try the pumpkin chocolate chip bread and the banana bread (I bought a loaf of each). My family and I devoured it! I got the kids cupcakes and they absolutely loved them. This week (Jan '25) I went in and they had French onion hand pies. I grabbed one, a cookie sampler and another loaf of pumpkin cc bread! I had the hand pie in the car and it was so incredible I had to grab 2 more for my husband and kids! The baked goods are dreamy delicious! Perfect amount of butter and sugar ....no detail overlooked. So fresh. read more

Their coffee cake is like crack. I don't need to breathe, sleep, otherwise eat, sleep, or take care of personal hygiene. All I need to do is eat their coffee cake. It is THAT good! :-) read more

Beautiful bakery, smells delicious and the baked goods are the best. Service is fast and phenomenal.. the cupcakes are the best things I have eaten so far. Staff is super friendly and when I came back to grind the coffee beans although it was closing time they welcomed me in read more

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I'm writing this from a gluten sensitive family. We are not celiac. This is officially our favorite discovery as of yet. Unlike many places that make gluten free baked goods that don't break when you throw them against the wall, this gem of a place has the finest gluten free baked goods. We got the cherry vanilla scones, pumpkin chocolate chip bread, double chocolate cookies and the cranberry orange cake slices. The cakes are soft and moist. Flavors were spot on. There wasn't even a hint of dryness. We also picked up a small flourless chocolate cake that was packaged. For celiacs, this was the only item that was pre-packaged and away from other gluten containing goods. The only recommendation would be to completely separate gluten free foods to avoid cross contamination. Super friendly service! Definitely absolutely will be back again!! read more

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I love the able baker. Their cupcakes are so creative, and airy. The service gets pretty busy, but the staff is always attentive. Get one of their chocolate cupcakes, it's the best! read more

The Best Chocolate Pumpkin Bread. Gluten Free and Dairy Free! And the energy of the place, just a lot of warmth and kindness.

The blueberry crumb cake is excellent. Nice crumble on top and moist buttery cake with lots of blueberries within. Also enjoyed the chewy soft baked chocolate chip cookies and snickerdoodles. Storefront is only for employees and ordering can be done either online or you can walk up to the window. Great choice for a local bakery. Go support them! read more

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I just had the chance to try their banana bread today and it's just so delicious! Super soft and moist. Perfect amount of everything in terms of flavor. Try their banana bread! read more

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Abel Baker has some really great cookies, the lemon poundcake and the new lime coconut pound cake. Great cookies, and cupcakes too!

The only reason I won't give this place 5 stars is because despite its brilliant baked goods (cupcakes, bars, brownies, scones and cookies) and good espresso coffees (the cortado is better than serviceable), they don't have one unique standout signature goodie that they can call their own. Palmer's nearby may not get the crowds but their salted corn muffin is out of this world which is why they have the edge over Able. Similarly, Erie bakery in Rutherford has its citrus olive oil Bundt cakes which makes that little place also worth the queues. Still, if carbs are your thing, this place is fantastic and for aspiring commercial bakers, it's always good to get a glimpse behind the glamor and watch some seriously good craftspeople at work. read more

Great bakery! Delicious scones and homemade pastries, cooked, brownies! Make sure you are there bright and early because they are well known. Their coffee is great as well! Highly recommend! read more

I was given a box of cookies as a gift. They obviously have high quality ingredients, but none of the flavors "pop". I was told that the cookies come prefixed, without the option of picking your own. This leaves the consumer buying cookies the receiver may not like. Also the ginger cookies are strong and should not be packed with other cookies. The chocolate cookies taste like the ginger ones because they were together (and I very much dislike ginger). read more

So delicious! I've had their butter pie, banana bread, chocolate chip cookies, brownies, carrot cake cupcakes and carrot cake! Wowza. All super fresh and made with love and care. Great customer service too. Highly recommend! read more

I tend to avoid Maplewood Village, notwithstanding that it's less than a mile from my home in Millburn, as I find it cramped and the vibe rather "cutesy" and cloying. This place is , however, a compelling attraction.....the best bakery, by far, in the area. The pies are awesome, with flawless crusts, and the cupcakes to die for. Is it criticism to suggest just a little less topping on the cupcakes so not to distract from the gorgeous texture and pure flavor of the bottoms? Good idea to preorder for an occasion, but anything you come away with --- even your second, third or fourth choice---will hit. And, oh, if you get there early you'll get the best coffee in the area to boot. Love this gem of a place. read more

Able Baker is a local treasure. The baked goods are amazing. Gluten-free options are delicious. The best part of Able Baker is the staff. They are wonderful every time I stop by. read more

I love this bakery the treats are so good my go to is the pumpkin chocolate chip! It's sooo good

Great cones and cupcakes but while the cakes are pretty, the flavor lacks soul. The cakes at Whole Foods are tastier. The coffee is good but adding milk and sweetener is a pain while juggling packages and children or commuter bags. What are we tipping the staff for? And since COVID there is a Soup Nazi vibe with the service and I just avoid it. Also - why in such a diverse town are the bulk of the patrons White? It makes me feel uncomfortable. I prefer the masala and Eggs Benedict at the Village Coffee Shop where the family staff are super sweet. read more

I love the vibe here. It's so cute. I come here regularly after yoga at Baker St Yoga which is right across the way. The service is very friendly and the food is really good. I like that their gluten free stuff (banana bread for example) doesn't have the grainy and/or dry gluten free taste. You wouldn't know it was gluten free. Their scones are also top notch. And I love the lattes. It's a fun treat. read more

The baked goods were okay but the service was disappointing as the woman who helped me had a less than desirable attitude. Disappointing.

Amazing experience every single time. I love The Able Baker because everything is so fresh and it has that old school vibe yet modern. Takes me back in time. Customer service is phenomenal. Their coffee is great and I'm not even a coffee drinker and their gluten free banana bread is to die for. It's so moist & fresh. I take it for people whenever we visit someone and I always keep it whenever anyone is coming over for tea. Their sugar cookies and brownies are out of this world. If you have guests coming over I highly recommend getting stuff from here. Everything here is pretty awesome! read more

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My aunt's husband died last month, so we ordered her a nice birthday cake to cheer her up. The pre-paid order said pick up by 3pm. When I got there at 2pm, it had closed at 1pm for outside heat. Other bakeries in the area were open. So I had to go buy another cake elsewhere, after already paying for this one. Also the back door was open and the light was on in the kitchen. Last week I ordered 2 coffees at the window, and 3 women who worked there were busy flirting with a white guy skateboarder for 20 minutes while we waited for coffee and 4 people ahead of us were served. We had to ask 4 times for our order, and no one give a response though they obviously heard us and looked in our direction. They're too into themselves. How do you run a business like this? Isn't it usually open for indoor seating on hot days in non-Covid years? read more

Bravo! First time there when it was mobbed due to the nearby concerts and bike races and they handled it masterfully! This charming gem hires customer friendly staff, adorably outfitted, who know their products! Everything was delicious and well priced for the quality. Our favorite was the savory scone as a welcomed surprise but you just can't go wrong here! A few outdoor table allowed for pets outside complete with a jar of dog cookies so they too felt welcomed. We will be back, thanks for a great experience! read more

Get the blueberry crumb cake! I was in town visiting a girlfriend and she *highly recommended* the blueberry crumb cake and the banana bread. We went with the blueberry since my boo won't do anything with bananas in it. I had it for breakfast this morning back in CA, and I was so sad he took half! They have a really good selection of gluten free options as well. Wish the Able Baker made its way to California! read more

The best bakery go see for yourself There is always a crowd in front I love the gluten free banana bread My husband loves the cranberry orange scones yummy read more

Love their coffee! I like a strong yet tasty latte. The blue berry coffee cake is amazing. Lots of topping ;) and the cake was dense and not dry. I have also had their banana bread which is excellent. It's a neighborhood staple that hasn't disappointed. read more