Have you ever had a cookie that brought a tear to your eye?…read more I stopped in here on my east coast thanksgiving travel. The sign has changed. The brown and green paneling from decades ago is a comforting sight, though awash in sterile white leds; a sign we are in 2021. The staff remain friendly and helpful. My grandmother used to bring these cookies to every occasion and I wanted to share that joy with my new extended family. An intense wave of nostalgia washed over me as the sprinkled shortbread cookie melted on my tongue. The delicate texture and buttery smooth flavor brought me back to memories of my grandmother slipping me a white Judicke's box with its gold sticker, wrapped in red and white twine. Tastes like home. Hope to see you again soon.

I found this spot is hit or miss. Sometimes the pastries/cookies/cupcakes are delicious and fresh…read moreand other times they are not. Always seems clean and service is always friendly. Parking can be hard in the area.

A random find on our way driving through Staten Island to get to New Jersey. This place caught our…read moreeyes with its colorful exterior and interior. We also saw many folks going in and out of the street to go to this donut shop. We spontaneous did a U-turn and I'm glad we did! They have such interesting selection of specialty donuts. They have a couple base flavor for donuts, but they will decorate and add toppings as requested afterwards. They also sell what looks like 3D printed key chains and figurines inside the store as well. Another great find also includes their breakfast options. They have savory donuts such as chicken waffle donut or bacon-cheese donuts. While I was tempted to try, we had already ordered half dozen specialty donuts. Will definitely stop by next time we're driving through the area to try the savory donuts!

Really great and super delicious donuts and coffee that coming not from a big chain…read more Best beginning of a day!

Great Italian-style desserts. We get them for our grandparents all the time. Service is always…read morefriendly. Nice inside and clean. Staple of the community.

3.5 stars (I want to…read morepreface that my review is for a single rainbow cookie, so take it for what it's worth; I just want to make sure that I have a record of it as a place I have tried.) I absolutely adore rainbow cookies, so I was thrilled to see a platter of them from the Paulanto Bakery at a party that I was attending in the area. Since there were several appealing desserts on offer, I only grabbed one of the colorful morsels, but I just found it mediocre. I felt that there was not enough chocolate around the edges and the coating that was there seemed more like light, milk chocolate than it did like the traditional rich, dark chocolate. I also thought the cookie would have benefitted from more almond paste or even a dedicated layer of marzipan. With that being said, it was very fresh and had the perfect consistency. If I see them again, I will gladly give them another try.

Don't know what is happening with this bakery , so I go in and tell the girl I need a spinach and…read morea tomato pastry , as I watch her she puts two spinach in the bag , I said no it's one of each .. Than I asked for 2 cookies which are sold by the lb but I don't really need 1/2lb of cookies and since you weight then shouldn't be an issue . She tells me I can't buy just 2 , I told her she's going to weight so it doesn't matter and she says no . So I ended up without cookies . I mean how hard is it to sell 2 cookies ? Not to mention I've had other small mishaps before but I didn't write about it because they actually have good items there . But Jesus Christ please hire someone who 1- pays attention and 2 - doesn't make life difficult at 7am

I went back and this time I tried their Tres Leches cake, the small container for $5.99. It was…read moredelicious!! One of the best cakes I have ever tried. I placed an order via their site (local by toast) and it was ready within 10 minutes. Parking is always a challenge around the area. Look for metered parking on Broadway.

I can talk on and on about how much I love Mike's Donuts, but as much as their donuts are delicious…read moreI have to give flowers to the ownership. It's a New York staple, it's a landmark in Bay Ridge. The history to Mike's is rich and beautiful; family owned! One step through the door and you understand why they've stayed open for so long in the neighborhood. Their service is amazing, they make you feel at home because to Mike's this shop IS an extension of their home. The warmth is palpable. The donuts are delicious, can't go wrong with any of them. The coffee is a classic, no fuss about it.

If you've lived in New York City your whole life like I have, you think you've tried it all --…read moreuntil you walk into Mike's.. I can't believe I've been missing out on this place for so long. From the moment you step inside, the staff makes you feel like a regular. Friendly, welcoming, and genuinely happy to see you -- it's the kind of neighborhood spot you hope to find but rarely do. And the donuts? Unreal. Light, fluffy, and absolutely delicious. Every bite tastes fresh and made with care. You can tell they take pride in what they do, and it shows in every single donut. This is hands down my new favorite spot. After a lifetime in NYC, I finally found the donut place I'll never stray from. I won't be going anywhere else.

Came in a rainy cold Sunday afternoon and this is just the place to cozy up with a book in! (There…read moreis a bookstore right next door) all of the baked cooked looked like they were made fresh and I was greeted by a super nice employee giving me the story on all the baked goods. Since a calm aura in this place and since it was national cinnamon day I had to get it! Both were delicious! Can't wait to come back.

I really enjoy the golden lattes here--they make them perfectly, and I always add a shot of…read moreespresso to complement the turmeric flavor. Their pastries are delicious as well and pair wonderfully with the drinks. The shop has a cute, cozy atmosphere, and the staff is always friendly and welcoming. Definitely one of my favorite local coffee spots!

Yes, yes, and hell yes!…read more Do not come here to complain about the price or anything else. I am extremely picky about food, and this sandwich hit every flavor note perfectly. I drove 20 minutes home before eating it and honestly thought it would be soggy by then, but it was not at all. The bread was soft without being dry. The pesto was hands down the best I have ever had. Even the chips paired perfectly with the sandwich. The red onions were sliced perfectly, the turkey was generously packed in, and the lettuce and tomatoes did not overpower anything. You could taste every single component working together. From the bread, onions, lettuce, tomatoes, chips, turkey, pesto sauce, and the other sauce, every bite had balance and flavor. I also ordered a cookie butter coffee. I have definitely had better coffee before, but honestly this one was perfect because it was not overloaded with sugar like Dunkin. So for me, it was just right. The staff member was also amazing. I originally ordered a bagel, but it was forgotten. I reminded her, but then I saw someone else order a sandwich and asked if I could switch instead. They told me the bagel had already been made, and I said it was totally fine and that I would just take both because I did not want to be a bother. Instead, they resolved everything for me. I am so sorry for the confusion, but thank you guys so much!

One of my go too coffee shops in JC! Love their iced banana bread latte. Tried their spinach…read morecroissant & blueberry doughnut for the first time this past Saturday and definitely will get the pastries again. Highly recommend & the service is always friendly. I never have trouble finding any parking during different times of the day.

Where to go since Ellio's is gone. I miss Ellio's, where I…read morecan walk down the street and grab some Cannoli.

A jersey city staple, Neptune Baker…read more Most known for their custard cups and baked goods. This place has been around forever and is still pushing. The staff is always friendly and the food and items are consistent. What more can you ask for. It's an old school bakery that has stood the test of time.

Best coffee I had Clean , Organized…read more Nice staff , well Managed , customer oriented service and good prices

Very cute vibe, customer service was good. Ordered the Spanish Latte with Almond Milk. It wasn't…read moreoverly sweet

Quick service and dog friendly with a treat jar. I typically go for their iced matcha lattes…read more They have multiple tables and seating. Great for grabbing coffee with friends (including outside tables) or working.

Ordered: Pistachio Donut (~$6)…read moreMughul Rose Chai (~$7) Lavender Honey Latte (~$7) Aya's take: I don't know why it's taken me this long to try Hidden Grounds but we finally made it! I love that Hidden Grounds was started here in NJ and it's great to see how much they've expanded since. The Mughul Rose Chai was the definition of soothing, aromatic, and fragrant. If you liked a spiced drink, you will love this! It was perfect on a chilly day. I might adjust the sweetness level next time. The Lavender Honey Latte was a good try but the lavender wasn't as pronounced as the flavors in the Mughul Rose Chai. The Pistachio Donut didn't taste super fresh but it was surprisingly not dry. The pistachio on top could use more flavor honestly but it paired well with our drinks. This location is pretty small so I'd probably go to their other locations with more seating & variety next time.