I'm not very well verse in Italian specialties, so I can't comment on the authenticity, but this place seems legit. They sell everything Italian from the bakery (wide variety of breads, antipasto, sweets, packaged snacks), deli meats, coffee and sandwiches. If you want a speciality snack, this is the place to go. Seems like a lot of locals come here. I got a tiramisu and an amaretto crescent cookie. The cake is very frothy and sweet, I only had a few bites because it was rich. But you can really taste the coffee, and the cookie has a strong almond flavour as well. read more

Well, finally last Friday, I got to give this place a try since people have given it many favorable reviews, and I really wanted to check it out. I'm just going to speak for the food. My sole purpose of coming here was to continue my quest for finding some of the best cannolis in the city. Did I find them here? Not yet. I had a pistachio filled one and a chocolate filled one. Sure they tasted good, but did they make me go "whoa, right on!"? Nope. But I do want to try the other pastries like the babas which some of my friends have spoken highly of. I'm definitely sure this is also the place that features that Gelatio in a Brioche bun. Also I've recently developed a craving for arancini and decided to try one here. I don't even remember what was in the middle of it but the little rice ball wasn't warm, and the tomato sauce as well, just didn't do to compliment the flavor of it. Maybe I didn't go at a good time. I might just have to venture there again and take a box of pastries home for a quiet movie night, or to have something sweet to start off the morning. Maybe that will help develop a better taste and appreciation for what's offered at Tre Mari. read more

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Beat cannoli that I EVER HAD!! Try the pistachio one, it really die for!! The place was not a simple bakery, it has lots of Italian fine food, cheese, olive, salami, and gelato in the store. It also provides various kinds of prepared food like pizza, pasta, sandwich and meat balls. All of them are fabulous. The marinate sauce was fresh and delicious, the pizza was not too thin or too thick and the breads were so aromatic. This place was much better than some bakeries in little Italy downtown, although it located in the centre of corso Italy( which is actually another Italian town of Toronto). I spent an hour to riding to this place but worth it. I would come back many times for their delicious food. read more

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Wow, this place surprised me! Just based on the pictures, I thought Tre Mari was a small mom and pop shop. Boy I was wrong! I visited Sunday afternoon and it was packed! There was so much stuff there! They had a deli counter, a bakery and cooked/warm food. My boyfriend and I got a box of cannoli and we were eyeing all the cooked food. There was pizza, sandwiches, salad... It all looked great! Service was attentive and quick as well. It was a bit difficult to find a table but we managed. I tried the small chocolate chip, vanilla, tiramisu and ricotta cannoli. I liked the chocolate chip cannoli the best. The boyfriend agreed. He tried the large chocolate chip cannoli as well as some peach cookies? He had good things to say about his cannoli. All in all, it was a great visit! It's too bad Tre Mari is so far out of the downtown core. I probably won't visit again just because of distance. But I would highly recommend. read more

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Amazing place! They have such yummy goodies and make a ton of things in house! You can have gelato, baked good, bread, lunch if you don't feel like cooking. They have meats, cheese, olives etc.... truly outstanding! read more

I had a sudden craving for cannoli the past couple of days and came here because of the reviews and I wasn't disappointed. I'm not a cannoli connoisseur, but the ones that I had were really good and had a good price (small ones for less than $2) and they had a big variety of other baked goods. It had a very nice and friendly atmosphere. They had their sections well divided between the deli (all the cheeses and meats!), breads, baked snacks and the hot food plus an area for sitting down. People working there were delightful. Definitely a place I recommend. read more

Tre Mari Bakery - vanilla cream, ricotta, ricotta with chocolate chip cannolis (small) less than$2 each - Bakeries Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Whenever I meet someone from out of town, and they ask me to describe Toronto, I tell him or her that Toronto is a city of neighbourhoods. I know that people often point to our "rich cultural diversity" or our "commitment to multiculturalism" but respectfully, I think that those labels miss the point. Diversity and multiculturalism are wonkish words; they describe the place, but not the people; and the true character of a city lies in its citizens. This is why I love Tre Mari. As old-school Italian bakeries go, it's as old school as it gets. If you google the joint, you see that it's located on "Corso Italia"; in the heart of one of the city's ethnic enclaves. This is true, and if you were to drive on over you'd find yourself in the middle of kitchenware stores, clothing shops and bars, coffee shops and restaurants all blaring whatever soccer match is on TV. But then, if you drove you'd miss how the neighbourhood changes along St. Clair. Going West on foot you pass Jewish, Jamaican, Filipino, Portuguese and Hungarian shops, with the added Thai or fusion spot thrown in for good measure. It's Toronto in a few blocks. Besides which, you get to build up your appetite. At Tre Mari, you'll need it. Ask me what's good, I'll just answer "yes". The space is old and worn, divided into a bakery with pastries out front and bread in the back on one side, and a hot table/cafe on the other. A small deli and refrigerated section take up some space as well, but most of their wares are available elsewhere at lower prices. The ambiance speaks to a time before communities became tourist destinations. One one hand, service is warm and friendly. On the other, it takes a few visits before you feel completely welcome. It's worth braving the initial indifference for some of the best bread in Toronto. Some local celebrity chefs may try to sell bread at grossly inflated prices, but it pales in comparison to Tre Mari's loaves. A lack of signage makes ordering a crapshoot, but since it's all good and inexpensive, roll the dice. I skip lighter-weight french rolls and baguettes in favour of more substantial fair; a flour-dusted Calabrese rectangle contrasts brittle crust with chewy, airy crumb. Olive and herb breads slicked with oil are softer and springier. A multigrain loaf is substantial and hearty, as is a round, docked pide bread covered in sesame seeds. If you're the DIY pizza type, it invites you to cover it in good mozzarella, then tomato sauce and a dusting of parmesan for a homemade knock-off Sicilian Slice. Pastries are uniformly excellent. Cannoli are worth leaving the firearms at home for. Napoleans soothe with proper custard. Donuts, while not Italian, are archetypes that put Timmy to shame. Drip coffee is pointless, but espresso-based beverages are worth a double-shot. Even better, I have yet to pay more than four dollars for a bread that could feed me for a week. The cafe is the most interesting part of the restaurant. Apart from very decent pizza and the usual buffet suspects, the room is testament to how neighbourhoods change; it is equally divided between the people who built Tre Mari and supported it from it's birth, to a flood of Ethiopian immigrants. The groups mostly keep to themselves; unless someone scores a goal, and the place erupts as one. That's Toronto. read more

High quality Italian bakery. I've gotten several cakes here that were quite tasty and not overally sweet like "Canadian cakes.". They know how to do a delicious bla k forest cake. Now that being said, I'm giving it four stars because the quality is generally high but I did have an issue with one of my cakes being poorly made (too much of one ingredient which made it taste awful). To be fair when this was brought to their attention, I was offered a discount on a future cake order and that cake was up to their usual standard, so I'm hoping it was just a one off. Their cannolis are also very tasty, as are the custard tarts. And recently I tried their pizza dough, tomato sauce and pepperoni for home made pizzas and it was a total success! The crust was delicious. I highly recommend. read more

I've had the opportunity to live within a few different food-friendly neighbourhoods within Toronto and have frequented some really cool local bakeries. None of them are as good as Tre Mari Bakery. This family-run local Corso Italia gem has been in business since 1960, and offer what I consider to be the best fresh-baked bread in the city. I know of many customers who trek from the suburbs and elsewhere out of town to come here just for the bread. However, Tre Mari offers much more than just fresh bread. They have a full deli counter, with an excellent assortment of meats and cheeses, a grocery aisle, with all the essentials (milk, eggs, frozen dinners, etc.), a take-out/dine-in counter, featuring pasta, sandwiches, salads, coffee, and pizza, and of course, a dessert counter. Let's talk about the desserts. I am not ashamed to admit that I've tried most, if not all of their desserts. Having a girlfriend with a sweet tooth helps, as does their tantalizing dessert display that greets you right as you walk in the store. All of their desserts are made fresh daily, which means they are as soft/gooey/crunchy/flavourful as possible. They have an assortment of amaretto cookies that are just about the best cookies you'll find anywhere. They have an assortment of squares/tarts/pastries that are dangerously habit-inducing. They have tiramisu, cakes, pies, doughnuts, and zeppole. Oh, and they have cannoli. Now, I've had many cannoli in my day. I grew up with Italian friends and neighbours, and was served home-made cannoli many times during my childhood. I enjoyed them, but never went out of my way to eat them, or thought much about them until I tried cannoli at Tre Mari. THIS IS THE BEST DAMN CANNOLI I HAVE EVER CONSUMED IN MY LIFE. I don't know what sorcery is at play here, but Tre Mari's cannoli are so good I am *compelled* to buy them each time I set foot in the store. The chocolate and pistachio-flavoured ones are incomparably delicious. Tre Mari also offers catering and delivery services, as well as gift baskets and custom cakes. Their service is impeccable. The Deleo family is always friendly and helpful, and go out of their way to say hello or offer assistance when needed. To sum up, Tre Mari rises far above the title of "great local neighbourhood bakery". It is a destination for many devout and loyal customers and offers much more than just baked bread. I feel fortunate to live within walking distance of this family-run Toronto treasure. read more

I had only a sfogliatelle, and it was very good. The place was quite crowded on a Saturday morning, as it seems to be more than "just" a bakery. It's not as quaint as some smaller bakeries---it has a deli section, a hot bar, a separate counter register, but they do seem to make the breads fresh (even if they're a bit squishy). As for the sfogliatelle from the pastry counter, it was fresh enough to be crunchy, and the filling wasn't too sweet or creamy. Not mind-blowingly good, but perfectly respectable and up to standard. read more

Just an addendum: My partner just returned from a trip to Italy as said that the canollis he had in Naples paled in comparison to this place. They should be called "La Regina di Canolli" read more

Oh thank Goodness its just renovations. I thought they had closed down like some many signature areas in the area. Thank you Miss Julia V. for that clarification. I miss going in there from time to time just to have a nice cappuccino & mingle with the people. I like the staff very much. They make me want to hug them. They have some very good breads and love the deli counter. read more

I had a cup of coffee and custard tart. They are good. There are many kinds of pastries. Their decoration is very nice and grab my attention. They are not so expensive. There are many seats ans the place is spacious. It is nice place to have a cup of coffee and snacks. read more

It is a family owned restaurant opened for 50 years staff very friendly really good gelato and even let me sample what I really appreciate it about the desserts are it is not that sweet. read more

One word: old school. This bakery is nestled in the italian part of town. Not only is it a bakery, but they are a deli, grocery and a cafeteria. They serve great slices of cheese, meats, pizza, subs, and gnocchi. I plan on coming back here to try more of their food. read more

You guys...this place SMELLS AMAZING. Like my Italian grandmother's house. I walked in and it was the first thing I noticed: before the pastries, hot food, or anything else. The pastries were similar to what I have when I visit my grandmother's little town in Italy, and just as amazing. Everything is really fresh. There's a small grocery selection as well in case you need some imported Italian pantry supplies. On the hot food front, holy crap. So tasty. I got a meatball sub and for $6 got something that tasted perhaps better* than the meatballs my grandmother used to make, on really fresh, soft bread. Plus, for baking nerds like me, they sell fresh yeast!! *please don't tell her I said that. read more

I love this bakery because it brings me back to a time of nostalgia. They still have the old fashion pastries from the 70s that bring back so much memories with just one taste. Hot table has a great variety of food. Love the pizza. read more

Tre Mari has to be one of my favourite bakeries, and has the best ciabatta I have had the pleasure of eating yet! Previous reviewers have it right- it's an old-school, New World Italian bakery. It's been around since 1960, and on the walls are pictures of the various owners. It occupies two storefronts, one of which is taken up by the bakery racks, deli counter and a modest grocery section, and the other is occupied by the hot table and cafe, which serves up espresso and red-sauce Italian food at reasonable prices. The cake and cookie case and the main cash take up the centre. The bread is the highlight- spaccatelli buns with a crisp crust that shatters delightfully and a light, airy crumb, to a rich, dense, chewy ciabatta that needs no adornments to savour. Most breads are available as buns or loaves, and you can even bring them over to the deli to have a sandwich made. They stock traditional salami and capicollo, and even imported Italian cheeses. The only oddity is that I don't think I have ever paid the same price for a sandwich! Glass bottles of Coke and cans of chinotto make an ideal accompaniment. The desserts are delicious too, from the cannolli to the diplomatico (think Napoleon with a chocolate custard layer). Definitely worth a trip, you'll never leave without something in your stomach or tucked under your arm! read more

Whether you find yourself strolling along St. Clair Ave. west or not, once you've stopped into Tre Mari Bakery once, its awesomeness will lure you back - time and again! I promise you will crave the fresh-baked goodness of the many varieties of breads, cookies, cakes, pastries and don't even get me started on the canoli! I have been known to frequent it in search of their unforgettable meatballs found among the hot entrees at the back! Trust me, if you love Italian food as much as I do, head there now - you will not regret it! read more

A very old school very delicious Italian bakery. Lots of atmosphere, a good hot table and great cold cuts and pastries!

I was looking for a place to have a little morning break italian style and completely stumbled upon this place. Apparently it's been there for nearly 60 years and its a full on bakery, deli, coffee shop etc. etc. What I liked about it was the authenticity, lots of old pictures of the italian family who owns it and the food too. dont forget that. lot's of italian baked goods! I had a nice grilled focaccia with vegies and mozzarella + a nice cup of coffee. Was great. will come again. read more

So I came back for the second time because my family decided they wanted another veal sandwich so I brought upon myself the most delicious and scrumptious slice of cheese pizza it was fresh,crispy and homemade and I absolutely loved I did not try the veal sandwich because I'm a vegetarian but from what I heard and saw everyone seemed to be enjoying it quite well for the second time. I tried the rice ball that was there but out of all the rice balls I've had this one was not so good and I've tries quite a lot but overall I highly recommend the pizza the veal sandwich. Tres Marie bakery has 5 different types of pizza cheese, pepperoni,broccoli,vegetarian,and bacon and onion. LOVE THIS PLACE..... read more

If you happen to find yourself strolling along St Clair West between Lansdowne and Dufferin stop in at Tre Mari bakery. In the morning, grab a paper and sample the deicious Italian pastries and the most delicious cappucino while you settle into the news. At lunch time they have hot table service with pasta's and caccitore's but my fave has got to be the mouth watering veal sandwich. Folks this is Corso Italia at it's finest. When I say that I mean they actually accepted Lira here up until the early '90's. There are no frills, just a few table and chairs coffee shop style, and the rest of the space is deli and bakery. Stop in to get the 30 canneloni you need last minute for that baby shower, or grab some procuitto and provolone for a quick sandwich.. go over and snag that freshly baked bun that you could smell from the moment you walked in and you've got heaven. read more

They need to hurry up with their renovations. I miss this place and would go almost everyday. They carry this cheese called, Tuma....amazing!!!!! Also I never realized their was a difference in deli meat because I've only ever ate their soppresseta but I bought some at another bakery and it sucked! I can't wait until they re-open! read more

3.5 I may have to go back to try again and not on a late Sunday evening. Canollis were OK, amaretti were pretty good, but I was not that flabbergasted by this place. Missing the waouh factor (far from it att his point). read more

I love this place. Top quality pastry (the zeppole are the BEST - the pastry dough is delicate yet just chewy enough and the crema pasticciera is perfection); top quality cold cuts, with a good selection imported from Italy, onsite baked Savory taralli made in the shape of little rope knots are very addictive; the cakes and bread are just wonderful. It's my new go-to place for Italian foods. Mille Grazie. read more

We were walking down St. Clair toward La Paloma, when the display in Tre Mari's window caught our eye: an oven with fake donuts and desserts. We each have a huge sweet tooth, so we immediately went on in. I'd lived in the area for two years without ever going in. It just never really caught my eye before. But oh man, I wish I'd been sooner. They've got a huge selection of buns, meat and cheese. They also serve Italian food, which looked so good. We'd just eaten dinner, so we opted for dessert. There was so much to choose from that it was hard to pick. But it was so good that we went back two days later a few more things. They do charge 25 cents if you want to pay with debit and your order is less than $10. But it's a very affordable place - less than $4 for two desserts. The best part is it's open late. I'm not sure what their hours are, but both times we've gone in past 8 p.m. - when everything else on St. Clair is long closed. read more

Authentic cannoli! We had pistachio cannoli. It's crispy and fresh. And the sweetness is just perfect. read more

Tre Mari Bakery - Cappuccino & pistachio cannoli. - Bakeries Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

The while box of pastries in my picture only cost $12.45 because after 6 pastries you don't pay the tax! Such a great deal! I doubted it at first, but everyone is right! The pistachio is the best flavor of cannoli and a definite must try item. It has such a subtle, decadent flavor I really enjoyed without being too sweet. I also ordered a great tiramisu and cream horn! Can't wait to come back earlier to snag more cannoli! read more

Tre Mari Bakery - All of this for 12.45 what a steal! - Bakeries Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

Overall I've usually enjoyed coming to Tre Mari, for their desserts and occasionally deli meat. This rating is unfortunately due to terrible customer service by the deli clerk. At first I was totally ignored and when I finally got her attention (In a friendly manner) i asked if they were still serving. I was met with "I'm cleaning the machine, what is it, do you need a lot?!". I asked if they were closed but seen there was 20minutes left so asked if I could just get a couple of things. (The other machine was still being used) She tossed my stuff, eye rolled, and gave the most attitude I've ever seen. She turned away when she tossed my last item and didn't reply when I said thank you. I didnt want to make a scene but definitely disgusted in her behaviour and won't stop myself next time. I know sometimes people have their days but she was completely terrible and should not be working if it's such a bother to her. Thanks for the service ! read more

Love Tre Mari! The quality of the food is terrific, and the prices are quite reasonable. I much prefer to get deli meat here, as I can get a small quantity for a good deal. It's so nice to stop in on the weekend and get a treat- a loaf of fresh bread and some meat and cheese, maybe some of their yummy new French Macarons. read more

Have been here only 2x for lunch but always exceeds my expectations. Food is always fresh and homemade. Staff are amazing and pleasant to deal with. Whenever I am I the area seeing clients this is my go-to spot. read more

Fresh Ricotta, fresh bread and great Cannoli. Well, that was basically my meal. This place has all sorts of deli and pastries along with lots of Italian specialties, just walking into this place puts a smile on my face. Definitely a place that I would revisit over and over again. read more

I was first introduced to this "Corso Italia" hallmark about 15 years ago by a friend of mine. It was in a charming "Old School" - like neighbourhood and the lunch fare was delightfully good. Whenever I find myself in Toronto for longer stretches of time I try to make a quick visit back here. Perhaps it was an off day; maybe it was the threatening rain that loomed on the horizon; or it could have been the coming ghosts and ghouls of All Hallows Eve that caused the stars to misalign... which resulted in a helter skelter experience that left me questioning whether Tre Mari's time has simply passed. I headed in around 1pm and was thrilled to see they had made "arancini" that day. Sadly they butchered one of my favourite Sicilian treats, fried rice balls typically filled with ragu (meaty tomato sauce), mozzarella and peas. The rice had an almost oatmeal-like mushy quality with a terrible pasty aftertaste. There was little to no ragu or mozzarella inside and not a pea in sight. Even worse, the balls were fried in old and overused oil which left a "burnt" smell to the arancini and quite an unpleasant aftertaste. Quite frankly it was the worst $7 I'd ever spent. Quite sad to have an old favourite haunt disappoint. read more

I can't say enough good things about Tre Mari. Their desserts are to die for and the cheese selection is fantastic. I don't usually eat at the hot table - it's a bit overpriced for what it is - but I frequently come here for meats, cheeses, and especially the cannoli! read more

I honestly gained 15lbs over the last 2 years living in the neighbourhood and feasting on the cannolis, the vienna loaves, gelato and their lasagna. And I have no regrets. The brothers that run the place and the staff are amazing! very friendly and approachable even though the store is packed from the church crowd, you don't feel rushed by staff and the quality is always great. read more

I started going to Tre Mari recently - my nonno had recently passed away (my nonna back in 2003), and I wanted to connect to my family heritage more (if only I had thought about doing this when they were still around!). When they came to Canada in the early 1950s, they lived in Corso Italia, along with all of the other recent Italian immigrants of the time (they later followed the suburban dream to Scarborough). So I decided to explore the neighbourhood. Alongside the St. Nicola Di Bari church (Bari is where my family is originally from!), I was able to find traces of my family at Tre Mari Bakery. While I can't say for sure that my grandparents ever shopped here (I get the feeling they didn't, my nonna liked to make her own bread), the spirit of Italian-Canadians runs deep in this place. From the ciabatta to the hot table to the cannoli (and all the other pastries!), this shop gives me the feeling of being among family once again. I'm so glad that institutions like this exist in the city - not just for the history, but because the food is damn delicious to boot. read more

Not sure how anyone can think this is quality. The deserts have artificial ingredients and taste awful. The cannoli are among the worst I have tried in Toronto. Fried shell where you can taste the oil and artificial flavours. Go downtown for quality Italian pastries. read more

Best amaretti cookies in the city, hands down! The family is always welcoming and friendly, the pastries are always fresh and the coffee is always good read more

The cannoli is so amazing. The pistachio ones especially. Pizza is also very good and so is the espresso. I can't praise them enough. The staff were so pleasant. Go there. read more