The best without overreacting. The banana cupcakes are so delicious, so fresh so soft...

I bought a gingerbread cookie at a craft fair over the weekend. It was dry and tasteless. So disappointed! My husband and son didn't like it either. Would not purchase again. read more

I love this place! Rich, moist muffins (gingerbread and pumpkin raisin my favorites so far), delicious hot and cold beverages, and friendly, efficient service. The Gingerbread Construction Company is clearly beloved by locals. Me, I bicycle more than 12 miles from Cambridge just to enjoy a muffin and a beverage on a bench right across the street from the shop on the shores of Lake Quannapowitt. read more

This place has the best gingerbread muffins in the world. All of their muffins are spectacular but the gingerbread are my fave by far. Excellent read more

There is nothing like a muffin from the gingerbread construction company. They are the most amazing muffins, it's hard to call them muffins because they're almost like dessert. The gingerbread cupcake is the best cupcake I have ever had. If you have never been here, you need to check out this hidden gem next to the lake. Parking can be tricky when they are busy, but it's worth it! read more

The muffins were delicious but the wait staff, the person I had, brownish red hair with braids on the side- she acted as if she was doing me a favor waiting on me. Sunday morning- 11:30 on 8-20-2021. She never smiled and seemed like I was bothering her. read more

I drive from 50 minutes away to this bakery! I love all the muffins with the gingerbread muffins and loaves the most! Blueberry and coffee cake loaves are so yummy! Strawberry shortcake and Boston Cream are my family favorite muffins! I am never disappointed! I also have shipped loaves to family in PA a couple times and they are their favorites! I highly recommend this yummy bakery! read more

Solid place. Tried multiple things including coffee, all very good. Would highly recommend read more

Even though Gingerbread Construction is my absolute weakness, it's a solid 4 for me. These muffins are DELISH. I have pretty much tried them all, and I've never been disappointed. Now, do some of them taste more like a cake than a muffin? You betcha. This is not a dieters paradise. These muffins are decadent. They are light, fluffy, and if you get a dozen to share, get a knife to cut them up because you'll want to try them all. Some of them have filling, like lemon filling in the lemon poppyseed, cream cheese frosting filled, and even whipped cream. That's right. Whipped cream stuffed in a muffin. My faves are the raspberry-blueberry and coffee cake. They are also not cheap. I get it. It's a premium product. But these muffins are on the smaller side. Sure, the muffin tops look big because they spill over, but the bottom half is just a tiny muffin bottom. Gingerbread Construction is a great treat yoself kind of place. You won't regret it if you do. read more

I'm writing this review in real time as I eat my first gingerbread muffin. -It's just sitting here on my desk, looking beautiful. Never have I seen such food beauty. It's just looking at me. It can see me. It can see THROUGH me. -Oh god, the first bite was amazing. I'm chewing it right now. The powdered sugar is the first thing I taste, followed by the mouth feel of the rich soft gingerbread... and yes. Good heavens yes, that's cream cheese icing INSIDE the muffin. -I'm now on the website as I'm eating my second and third bites. Everything here looks amazing. I need more of this. Now. -OH NO! I dropped a bit of the icing on my desk! No one will know if I lick icing directly off the corner of my workspace. No one will know... -...Ok, no one saw me. What a thrill. -I think I'm getting emotional now that I'm halfway done. What will happen when I finish? -I have flipped the muffin over and am now eating the bottom. These folks clearly know the top is where its at, since most of the weight is distributed towards the overflowing top. But the bottom is still good. Flavorful and rich. -These people are going to cater my wedding. Now, to find a bride. -That was the last bite. I'm chewing it as I type this. What a journey it was. What an adventure. The sweetness of every bite was so perfect. Everything was satisfying. There is no wrong way to eat this muffin. -I don't want to eat the rest of my lunch. It's like not wanting to wash your hand after it shakes Tom Brady's or something. This was the perfect muffin. I will cherish it always. read more

Ohmigod, this place is amazing. I had the strawberry shortcake muffin (i'm obsessed with strawberries) and it was delicious Tried part of the chocolate cake muffin too, and it was awesome. I can't believe I waited so long to try this place. My dad said the gingerbread cookie was really good. read more

1/29/2009: Almost a year later and they're still kickin'! I love this place! They do what they do well. Their gingerbread is on the crunchier side--just the way I like it. Every time I bring home a bag of baked goods from Gingerbread Construction Company, my family devours them quickly! ;-) 3/27/2008: My fiance bought me a gingerbread house for Valentine's Day from The Gingerbread Construction Co and it was adorable! They make them seasonally for Christmas, Valentine's Day, Halloween, etc. The next time I'm in Wakefield, I'll have to stop by and try all the pastries that everyone raves about. :-) read more

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As a New Yorker who frequents Dunkin Donuts because it's cheap, convenient, I like the coffee and because there are few alternative options in my area, as soon as I hit the Cape, I go to Honey Dew Donuts because it's like DD's but better and we don't have them in New York. But I also like to try local places when I travel so when i saw The Gingerbread Construction Co., I quickly drove over to their parking lot. Cute place, quaint, perfect for a weekend morning coffee and muffin or to pick up pastries, loaves or.... gingerbread for the holidays. Unfortunately, I didn't try the gingerbread, wasn't in the mood. I sampled their almond orange muffin and cranberry nut muffin with a steaming hot cup of fresh coffee. All good. I thought the combination of almonds and orange slices was strange and different enough to try. It was light and fluffy with little pieces of orange. The cranberry nut was brown and crunchy on the outside and moist inside. Would've been better toasted with butter which may have been an option but I didn't think to ask. Seating is limited to nothing but great place for coffee and pastries or dessert to go. read more

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These are cupcakes. I know they are called "muffins" but these are cupcakes. They are trying to trick you into thinking they are healthy but calling them "muffins" but THESE ARE NO MUFFINS! And they are amazing. SO amazing. Like, for coworkers birthdays, I come here and get "muffins" instead of donuts or cupcakes or whatever kind of treats. Everyone is happy. I have tried just about every flavor of the stuffed muffins and strawberry shortcake and carrot cake are my favorites. Coffee is meh but MAN OH MAN, THE MUFFINS! read more

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This is the request from my children every birthday. Even now that we have moved almost an hour away we still make the drive on special data's for muffins and cookies. Only readOn for the four stars is because three of us are vegan and they don't offer one vegan treat. Other than that they love this place and all the goodies. read more

Very unique little muffin shop, also the 2nd closest supplier of Orangina to my office building. The muffins are extremely sweet and heavy, plan to buy a few and share them. My family often quarters them up as one is often too much, plus who wants to miss out on trying the strawberry shortcake and the carrot cake muffins? Shop early as they are not open in the evenings. read more

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I know the cost of everything has gone up. I bought blueberry muffins and in the past they had a perfect amount of blueberries. Well this order is more batter than ever. Blueberries at bottom & top and none in the middle. I'm sure it was a batter mix up or because everything so expensive now. I'll still go again as they do have the best muffins read more

I absolutely love their muffins, coffee, and breads. However, today I went in there to get coffee and an apple loaf cake. The girl gave me one and that was it. When I brought it home, I found the cake was frozen solid! It was inedible. I used to work in a bakery so I understand things can be frozen, but you don't sell frozen products! So I decided to call and just let them know what had happened, which I normally never do. A young girl answered the phone and explained that most of their products are flash frozen in order to maintain freshness with no apology. So I asked to speak with a manager. When the manager came on, she pretty much said the same thing. I said "well don't you think the girl should've told me it was frozen before selling it to me?" And she agreed she should have. However, it took a solid 5 minutes before I ever got an apology! I couldn't believe it. There were lots of excuses, all I was looking for was "I'm so sorry about that". No mention of coming in to get something else. I don't know, I normally have a great experience, but was a little surprised at the unapologetic vibe I was getting. Hopefully it doesn't happen again. read more

Unbelievably delicious muffins that are huge! So much variety. Definitely stop in to see, you won't be disappointed!

Hands down the best muffins I have ever had! Been coming here since I was a kid and they've consistently always impressed. The chocolate chip are my favorite read more

These are called muffins but are actually cupcakes . But if you call the cupcake a muffin you can eat it for breakfast with out judgment-which is a fat girls dream . Carrot cake "muffin" is delicious. read more

[Service/Decor/Atmosphere]: I've always had someone else get them for me, so I will rate them purely on food. [Food]: Ok, this place is delicious. I really like the strawberry shortcake. I have been craving them for a while, so I thought I would write this review and just torture myself. I love the fluffiness of the muffin and the different fillings they have. read more

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The food is great and the people are nice. It's a busy place so you may find yourself waiting a few minutes but it's nott vvery long. Keep in mind that the muffins are amazing but they are HUGE. Come hungry and leave happy. read more

I would have to say that as far as muffins go they are as good as they get. I was in the Wakefield area today and after enjoying some sun by the pond I decided I had to stop by and grab a muffin. I was prepared to pay $3-$4 for my muffin but after tax each muffin is under $2! How exciting is that? Next time I go in I'll splurge but this time I decided to be god and chose the banana walnut. :) read more

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Can't go wrong at Gingerbread Construction. Don't let the name fool you. They have muffins in many flavors. My favorite is Carrot You might call it dessert rather than breakfast. It's sooooo good. read more

Its getting harder and harder to go here. i came in at 4:45 on saturday. They close at 5pm on saturday. I asked for a small coffee with cream and sugar. The server then brought me out an iced coffee. I told her I wanted a hot coffee and she said they didnt have any left. I told her thats what I wanted. Then she told me she would have to brew some like she was going out of her way doing her job. She brewed and gave me my coffee. It tasted horrible. Its really sad to see people care so little for customers. It really can ruin your day when you get treated like you are not important to them. Unfortunately its all too common. read more

Can't say enough about how great this place is. So many varieties and all taste amazing. One muffin feeds two people easily. Even the box the use for carry out is cute. Always stop in here when visiting friends and bring some goodies. Delicious read more

I went to this place for the first time today, although I'd been eyeing it for a while. I ordered a pumpkin coffee and a strawberry shortcake muffin. The large coffee was a good size and a really good price. It was about a dunks/ honey dew quality for a better price. The cupcake was delicious! Firstly, I bought in in the middle of my walk around the pond so I was a little worried about how it would stay during my walk. Put it in my backpack, and an hour later, when I got home and opened the bag it was still in really good shape. The cream wasn't too sweet and balanced well with the texture and taste of the muffin. The strawberry juice didn't bleed through the muffin, so no soggy muffin, even after an hour walk. It seems like some of the muffins are more of a cupcake texture, but that's pretty obvious going in. I would definitely recommend this place to those with a sweet-tooth and urge for cheaper, but good quality coffee read more

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great muffins, my favorite is the gingerbread muffin with cream cheese frosting. my husbands was the carrot cake muffins.

Most amazing bake/coffee shop on the north shore ! Cookies, muffins, treats, coffee all 5+ stars !!!

It was my first time trying this location. My GF had told me about how amazing their muffins were. I love their strawberry shortcake. It has fresh strawberries in them and the muffins are OMG soft. It's very addictive! Their corn bread muffins are delicious too. I need to explore the rest of their menu next time. read more

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My favorite new bakery. If I'm driving by I can't resist not stopping in. Always love trying the different flavors of muffin infusions.

This is an Insiders Perspective: Where do I start- How about with the Man that owns the place. On the first day that I was there he was SCREAMING at this young girl- (probably 16 years old) She was crying and saying that she thought that it would be okay to put the 1 hot muffin in a bag in stead of a box. WTH.. Was that necessary to do that in front of all the customers, and that poor girl! Next, day I used the Employee Bathroom to find Poop on the floor. Yes a Swirly pile of Poop. I contacted the Manager and she said " they are doing it again" . Again? And who are "they". I found out quickly when she went to the BAKERS in the back. She told me that they are from another Country and that using the facilities isn't something they are accustomed to doing. WHAT? Where are they from that they don't have a Toilet! And if they are not using the toilet you KNOW that they aren't washing their hands- YUCK! The third Day, and My final day I might add... I entered the place to find the workers assembling the fruit muffins. Upon Closer inspection of the fruit I noticed Worms- little guys that you would find on fruit- I mentioned it to the Owner and asked what he does about that. He said " We pick them out" Then I ask him what he Cleans the Fruit with After and he stated " nothing- if we wash the berries the water will run into the batter." Okay- I had seen and Heard enough- I left that day and will not go back. I wish that I was making this up because I Really liked their muffins, but alas I am not. :( read more

You know you're addicted to yelp when there are two locations of Gingerbread Construction and you've already been to the one that's closer to where you're staying. You go the extra few miles because it will give you just one more review. I'm coming up on a milestone 500 reviews, so can you blame me?! I was craving the delectable strawberry shortcake muffin with the soft yellow cake, subtly-sweet homemade whipped cream and strawberries and it was every bit as wonderful as the last time. I brought 3 Gingerbread virgins with me and everyone had a big grin of satisfaction after polishing off every last bit of their muffin. read more

Where can you spend $8.00 and impress four of your co-workers with your exquisite taste? The Gingerbread Construction Company, that's where. Seriously; if you are the muffin man once a month, you'll make a lot of friends. I know I have. I dont' know why they call them muffins. I mean, I guess they're shaped like muffins. Probably made in a muffin tin. They have that muffin wrapper on the bottom. That's where the similarities end. Otis Spunkmeyer ain't got nothin' on these fantabulous culinary confections. You can't go wrong with anything here. Try it! read more

Holy crap.. talk about good muffins and baked pretty little things. My Christmas in Boston was all good after a couple of tastings from this place. I seriously am not one to have the sugary tooth but these were extremely dessert/snackable worthy. Till now, I've always thought Roy Rogers' cornbread+whip cream+artificial strawberry topping was the best... Gingerbread's Strawberry Shortcake really blew my mind. You know the top of the muffins that everyone prefers over the spiraled bottom? Well they actually cut a little layer off and fill it with some good stuff to tease your taste buds...then put the top back on! SO GOOD. The carrot cake was superb also. It wasn't over powering with some nutmeg crazy spice so that you can't taste anything... it's quite delicious. Not too sweet either. The name of this 'company' throws you off but you should definitely stay on track to get to this place. read more

I just don't really like the muffins. I know that leaves me in a group with few people, but it's true. My co-workers love them, and pick them up on at least a monthly basis, but I just don't like them. Don't get me wrong, I eat them, but the chocolate chip muffin is dry. I don't like lemon goop on the top half of a lemon-poppy seed muffin and sometimes you just don't want frosting at 9am. I wish they were good, because I know I'll continue to eat them. 'Sigh.' read more

Amazing! Delicious! Incredible! Every great adjective doesn't do this place justice. The muffins are like nothing you have ever had before. Each time I stop in, I try a different muffin and I have never ever been disappointed. Some of the muffins are more traditional, others are stuffed with icing or sweet cream. So far, my favorites are the Boston cream, chocolate dream, and gingerbread, but you really can't go wrong with any of them! On the weekends, the line can be long but it moves fast. I'm not a coffee drinker, but my husband enjoys the rotating flavors of coffee (like a coconut, chocolate hazelnut, etc). It's right off 128 and totally worth the quick stop! read more

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If it's not too far out of your way, stop in and buy 4/8/12 and make your office mates smile. Works every time for me. The gingerbread muffins are by far the standout (imho), but the carrot cake are pretty good too. What am I saying, they're all tasty! Just note that the lemon poppyseed always seems to be kicking around until lunch time. ;-) read more

I understand this place is all about the muffin and that's really why everyone comes to the Gingerbread Construction Company. I also want to note that their muffins are unbelievable. These muffins are so at the top of their muffin game, crossing into cupcake territory and back again, it's ridiculous! BUT THE COFFEE IS TERRIBLE. It's so bad, and I think that someone really needs to say that, so I'm saying it. I am not a picky coffee person. Mainly I just try to avoid coffee out of coin machines... and now the coffee at The Gingerbread Construction Co. I find this so disheartening and STRANGE! How could it be that bad? It's just THAT BAD. It's like a man that has something really large to offer his lover... let's call it a bank account. And that bank account is so wonderful it's ridiculous... unbelievable actually. This man is proud of his bank account, and has always gotten so much positive feedback about his bank account that he has grown accustom to thinking that his bank account is enough. For some it is, but others require more and begin to find what was once so thrilling now unsatisfying, and start looking for a more well rounded partner. Please GC Co - please investigate the possibility of offering another roast maybe? A different brand? Exotic teas perhaps? I am begging you. read more