These weren't the greatest donuts or coffee I've ever had, but what really tipped the scales for me was the price and most importantly customer service. I wandered in here on the 4th of July probably around 7am-ish after misreading Google Maps and taking an ill-advised walk from our Airbnb down a solid chunk of Route 9. (There was a pedestrian path on the other side of the road that looked very peaceful in comparison and I just didn't feel like crossing the highway to get on it - 100% on me). As soon as I saw the crowded parking lot, I knew this was probably the only mom and pop game in town - there's a Dunkin nearby at least - and that this was a locals place through and through. The interior is small, and it felt probably even smaller because it was packed with locals, all of whom were super nice to me. The door was held for me both going in and out, and milk was offered/handed to me for my coffee by a fellow customer. Any mild issues I had in moving around the room were negated by the hospitality. The back wall of the room and side counters are dominated by pastries, and there's a coffee station to the left of the entrance that's similar to what you'd find at a gas station convenience store - low maintenance for sure but gets the job done. The display of donuts behind the register caught my eye before anything else, so I opted for two of those - chocolate frosted and strawberry frosted. There were a few edgier flavors including a 4th of July themed blue one but I don't typically mess around with the classics. They were pretty tasty - decent size for sure, maybe a little cakier than I typically prefer, but the dough was on the airy side and I liked that they didn't skimp on the frosting. I grabbed an additional coffee for one of my top-tier chums (two of whom came to rescue me from a return walk down Route 9), and the total - two coffees and two donuts - came to a little over $5. We were all delightfully flabbergasted. That typically gets you maybe a caffeinated beverage closer to the city. Worth a stop for sure if you're in the area. In the low-key land of strip malls between Seaside and AC, I'd much rather go to a little standalone shop like this, as would my wallet. read more

Waretown Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Waretown, New Jersey

I've gotten stuff from Waretown Bakery many times in person. Decent prices for some of my favorite baked goods. But the last two times I ordered online for DoorDash delivery, I was never notified via text (or a call) that several items I wanted were out of stock, like 1/2 my order! Sending an email doesn't cut it... If you're texting me about the order being received, delivery times, and that the order is "On its way", you can text me about sold out items *Before* you fill my order. I would have chosen other items to replace them. Instead, I ended up with not enough to feed every guest the first time, or my family today, when it happened again -- and a refund that will take 3-5 days to show up on my CC. This needs to be corrected. read more

A little hidden gem bakery right along Route 9. The staff is always so friendly no matter how busy they are, and the donuts are out of this WORLD! Honestly, everything is delicious but the donuts really stand out. Make sure to go early, they tend to sell out quick! If you're passing by looking for something quick, they do $1.25 donuts and $1.25 coffee. Highly recommend! read more

Rude and unfriendly owners and help. I ordered a cake that was placed in a huge box. I asked for help to get it to the car and was turned down . 'We are too busy and our policy is that once a cake leaves our bakery it's not our responsibility'. Cake was only fair , never returning. Parking lot is a mess , needs repaving read more

Stopped in today for a birthday cake and picked up the Neapolitan. Friendly staff, immaculately clean and everyone LOVES the birthday cake !! read more

Great cakes and Italian pastries Place was very clean, servers were cordial and pleasant. Cannolis were freshly filled while I waited. read more

Awesome donuts ...... priced super reasonable. And 10 mins away from me .................. their cakes and pastries are fresh

Do you love jelly donuts like me ?? Well, look no further because this jelly donut is worth driving for! We were staying at an AirBNB locally for Thanksgiving and looking for a place to get a nice Thanksgiving pie or cake. Well, let it be known that Yelp helped us find the place and we found the jackpot. This small, unassuming bakery was exactly what we were looking for. Just make sure if you're getting a holiday cake or pie, the lines will be long but the wait will be worth it. You'll need to order in advance. Now back to the JELLY DONUT! As other fellow Yelpers reviewed, they kept talking up the jelly donuts. So thank you Yelpers! You were right again. It's just jelly donut perfection. See all that jelly in the photo? Make sure to have napkins on hand because you're gonna need 'em! That jelly just explodes at every bite. The donut itself is a perfect texture and every bite is magical. I was told by my hubby that the Bavarian creme is to die for. He couldn't decide, so he had both the vanilla and the chocolate. So make the trip to check out The Waretown Bakery, you won't be disappointed. read more

Waretown Bakery - The most magnificent jelly donut. You gotta try this thing !! - Bakeries Near Me - Waretown, New Jersey

The bakery, the bakery the bakery!!!!!! polite, understanding, kind words. Reasonable baked goods. Price. What can I say? It's a old funky building pink in color. Five stars? It should be 10 stars +2. I have to go home a different way because I'm gaining too much weight going past there. But the bakes are out of this world there's even a long line of aliens waiting to get in there! Have a blessed day! read more

Stopped in for cannoli to take to a barbecue. Got a dozen small ones- they're filled to order, so it took a few minutes. Totally worth the wait. They're delicious. read more

My husband loves this bakery. It is his go to when he brings a treat for the staff at work. Their favorite is the donuts!

The Waretown Bakery is really a great place for donuts, Pies, cookies, and they also make a delicious soda bread. The staff is friendly and very helpful, I highly recommend this bakery. read more

This morning was my first trip to this bakery and I will be back! Each donut I chose for my family was very well liked! They were fresh and packaged well! read more

$1 donuts, love the strawberry frosted. Most item baked in house except for tiramisu (still delicious) read more

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Stale wet crumbled cookies I purchased cookies and when I got home they were stuffed in a box , instead of just using a larger one and 6 out of 10 cookies were broken crumbled and wet When I called when I got home just a few miles away I was told " well it's been humid " That's why they crumbled & broke" Don't buy cookies here not good & over priced read more

This is our go to outrageous little bakery. Did you ever get a jelly donut and you bite and your thinking what happened, no jelly!? Not the case with this bakery. It's an explosion of a pound of quality jelly.You can special order about anything. Last time I wanted seeded jelly in a donut or what people know an ugly donut. The bread is excellent and they'll cut it for you. I've grown attached to the wonderful staff. I can't wait to order a rainbow cookie cake one day. read more

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Friendly service, excellent donuts. Was looking for a 'north jersey' Italian bread and the seeded long loaf did not disappoint!

The donuts are sometimes still warm out of the oven! What more could you ask for? The staff are very welcoming. It's a tiny place on the inside, but they offer outside seating when the weather is nice. read more

Cakes are beautiful and delish just expensive!! Service is wonderful! Canolli filling is wonderful!

Great bakery - amazing and friendly staff. The cheese bun was delicious and the apple crumb cake was outstanding!

OMG-cinnamon croissants. Mic drop. Anything else I've tried has exceeded all expectations. I will gain 50 lbs trying everything! read more

This place is amazing! All the people that work there are also amazing! I recently tried their blueberry cheesecake and it was to die for! All of their baked goods even the bread are all delicious! Support a local business and praise their hard work by leaving a tip in the tip jar. You will not be disappointed!!!! read more

The most amazing bakery I've ever been to every time I go to the shore. I always stop here.

One of the best bakeries around! Their jelly donuts are overflowing with filling . Jelly in every bite! Counter help is sweet and they are friendly ! Definitely have to try them if you haven't already. And their special cakes are beautiful! read more

I'll be honest, my favorite bakery will always be Mueller's in Bayhead , but this bakery is as close to them as possible. Everything here is amazing , we ordered a bunch of stuff today (Jelly bomb , crumb cake, donuts.) all of it was awesome. read more

Waretown Bakery - Donuts - Bakeries Near Me - Waretown, New Jersey

Best bakery anywhere- love all their donuts and danish!! I usually bring a box whenever I visit my grandchildren! Irish soda Brad wonderful too!Friendly staff! So glad I live nearby- but worth the drive! read more

Best cinnamon and sugar jelly donuts. Also apple turnovers are to die for. And you can't argue the prices; $1.00 a donut and $1 for coffee!! I drive from Tom's River definitely worth it. read more

I love this bakery I used to work as a chef in the casino and I will say their presentation of their pastries cakes cookies everything they sell is fantastic tastes great looks great and the staff is great I go in there with my motorized wheelchair just to get myself a treat after going to tractor supply and I eat my donut going back home on the rail trail I love my strawberry frosted donut with sprinkles reminds me of when I was a kid. Also I would recommend that if you want a cake decorated the way you want it decorated go to this bakery and it will be decorated fantastic I had two cakes made a week apart and he made them identical to how I wanted it cuz we had two big parties don't forget tomorrow is national donut day. read more

O.M.G! This place is AWESOME! Donuts are spectacular! Highly recommend the buttercream and raspberry filled! You know what, I haven't had a donut I didn't love! Staff is super friendly and patient! Can't believe that the Dunkin down the road can stay in business with this place! NO COMPARISON! Hands down the best donuts anywhere in Waretown or within 100 miles! read more

Delicious donuts and sweets. The cinnamon croissants were light, delicious and just $1 which is a steal! Jelly donut was fresh and jelly was plentiful. Friendly and fast service - highly recommend! read more

Waretown Bakery - Cinnamon croissant, jelly donut, glazed donut, chocolate glazed donut - Bakeries Near Me - Waretown, New Jersey

The service is always great. Staff are friendly & work their butts off with the endless line that goes quickly. Best jelly donuts around. Everything I've had was amazing! read more

I ordered a Raggedy Ann cake for my daughters special birthday. It was so beautiful right down to the very last detail of the famous doll. I knew it would make my daughter so happy because when she was a little girl she always had a raggedy ann cake for her birthday. She turned 50 this year so you can imagine her surprise when she opened the box. It was not only beautiful but so delicious. Waretown did an outstanding job. I will be buying all my bake goods from them in the future. So if your looking for a special cake or great bake goods look no futher than Waretown Bakery. read more

This local bakery is a must visit if you're in the area (or worth the trip if you're not!) The staff was super friendly and gave some great recommendations. The coffee is pretty straightforward but the donuts and the other sweets, yum! Still baffled as to why there was anyone at the Dunkin down the road. read more

I went in to purchase bread to bring home and make French Toast. There were two loafs of bread left one pumpernickel loaf and one semolina loaf. I chose the semolina loaf. When I got home I made the French Toast and it was one of the best French Toast I made. Later I made a pepperoni and cheese sandwich on the semolina and it was great. The next morning I had coffee and toast. I thought that the loaf of bread was one of the best loaves of bread i bought in the area. read more

I had a "pull-apart" cupcake Cake made for my husbands birthday in November..the Baker asked what was his favorite cake? and, I said Carrot Cake! it came out so fantastic! she decorated it as if it was a Putting Green..she even included a ball, a flag, and a little golf cart! he was so impressed, and, of course the Cupcakes were delicious! I called the next day to thank them, but just realized I never left a review..thank you so much! read more

So I ordered 4 cakes on total (graduatio, and 3 birthday) so far we got 2 cakes and they looked amazing just what we asked for even with the mix up in the flavors on one of the cakes the bakery took care of it which was amazing ! I also ordered cooked and cupcakes to match and they did amazing will definitely be a returning costumer read more

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Long Time customer, great people and best Apple fritters on earth!. We'll worth standing in line

Can't say enough about the baked goods that come from this establishment! . Awesome bakery best around .

Their donuts, cannolis and crumb cake are outstanding. Looking forward to trying their other deserts.

The very best bakery in Ocean County! Always fresh baked goods and a great staff! Get there early on the weekends!