Alfonso's is our go to bakery when visiting from NJ. I have been coming to this bakery since I am a child and decades later it's still the best. My favorites are their stuffed breads and their rainbow cookies stuffed with cannoli cream. Whatever you get -- you cannot go wrong. Both locations are equally amazing. Staff is soo friendly. Highly recommend!! read more

Food: Pignoli cookies excellent. They even had the paste for sale. I can still taste them. The rainbow donut ok. Lemon cookies were good. Service Girls were helpful. Had a few questions they were patient. Overall a decent place. Ambiance It's a bakery with that welcoming vibe. read more

My son bought a lemon meringue pie for Father's Day it's my husband favorite and when we went to slice it up the pie had mold on the inside of it . Disgusting and very disappointing read more

Such a classic gem! Always my go to and you'll never leave with just one thing!! The best on the island hands down

I don't know what's going on with Alphonso Bakery Amboy rd! But I have been going there for years for our Birthday Cakes. The last 2 times I ordered them they were so dry, I also bought cookies I couldn't believe I payed money for them they were so hard and old, The jelly inside was a stiff board. Unacceptable you pay all that money and you get crap! I'm going to try Annadale bakery! read more

Classic Italian bakery, but mostly subpar items, cookies were OK, pignoli cookies were too mushy. The ultimate sin committed here were the prefilled cannolis, in the fridge, sitting there all day (at least) can only mean one thing, soggy shells. Who wants a soggy cannoli? Epic fail. read more

06.04.2024 @ 3p Called to make sure they carry the strawberry cheesecake for my son birthday which he ask for. The lady was very informative and told me have plenty and not to worry, I asked her save me one incase before I come buy. When arrived they sure have plenty and the girl behind the counter even out in a Happy Birthday tag for me as there's no room to write on. The strawberry cheesecake was prefect size, not too sweet. Will recommend! read more

THIS BAKERY IN WESTERLEIGH S.I. is HORRIBLE and it's run second rate. When there is an issue with an order that was taken incorrectly, the owner for a cake, Anthony doesn't even have the moral decency to want to resolve the problem, even for a long time GOOD PAYING CUSTOMER !! A pound of terrible tasting cookies are ridiculously expensive & there loaves of Italian Bread that used to hang out the end of the bag is now the size of a Hoagie roll, but, there STILL CHARGING the same price. "SHAMEFUL... POOR WAY TO RUN YOUR DECLINING BUSINESS!! You should really learn how to train your help better MR ALPHONSO this bakery used to be the best on the Island. read more

Wow, I just went in there. Price was 2x what I paid last time. I been going there for over 40 years. After all the old Italian grandfathers stopped buying $450-$500 in pastries on all the big holidays, after Covid, things got bad. This is most likely the end. They're turning all of the customers that kept the place in business away. And there are no new residents moving into this area who are ever going to be able to afford anything this expensive. read more

I came in to get a birthday cake last minute for someone and I'm surprised that they have a lot of pastries and cakes on display. I'm able to get a cake that looks nice. The cake tastes good and it's not that sweet even though it is glazed with sugar. read more

Alfonso’s Pastry Shoppe - Torte di noel - Bakeries Near Me - Staten Island, New York

I spoke with Amina several times. A very special occasion. It was for a surprise 25th anniversary party for my son and daughter in law. The cake was everything and more that I could have hoped for. It was a big hit with everyone and absolutely delicious as well as beautiful. Thanks again for great service. A special thanks to Amina for excellent customer service read more

If you shop here and are not paying CASH be careful they are charging 25% for your credit card purchase. My bill was $96.83 before tax and after they charged the credit card surcharge it was $122.02. When I asked about it I was told that is the charge for using credit cards!!!! Buyer definately beware of this place! read more

-Rainbow donut: good almond flavor but not overpowering. Thick and filling. They run out so call before going! -Sfogliatelle: nice thick cheese filling. -Red velvet cake: good velvety flavor but nice and light. I stored some in the freezer and was able to eat directly from freeze because it is light so did not really harden. -Napoleon: I am particular about my napoleons ; I believe they should only be filled creme patisserie vs white cream filling and that it all should have put together with enough time to allow the pastry layers to be cut without. Theirs fulfilled both of the above and had great flavor. Would recommend. read more

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The cake was absolutely beautiful and exactly what we wanted. It also tasted sooo good. the real flowers on top was a surprise. I didn't even know it'd be real. it was so beautifully done. Highly recommend this place. Ordering the cake was also really easy and they were really helpful on how the process would go and picking up the cake. read more

Just left there getting bread for Easter Sunday. They open at 7am for holidays and there is always a line that starts usually 630 so be prepared to wait outside just to get into the store. The girls who work are very good though getting people in and out. Made it inside and taken care of maybe 715 the latest and only had 4 regular twisted loads of bread left. DO BETTER, especially at the prices you charge which are higher than any other bakery on the island. I'm sorry but how are you out of one of the top selling bread items 15 mins into the day on a busy holiday. read more

Customer service is great! The treats are quite delicious. We only really have one type of bakery here on the island. So for what the island offers, they are great! read more

marble cake was super dry and very expensive! tiramisu was also disgusting! who puts cinnamon on tiramisu. the cake in it was old and dry! will not be ever wasting my money here read more

I called today to put away a cherry strudel, I asked the girl to please put powder sugar, I picked up the strudel the box was closed since I called to save it for me When I got home, didn't opened it right away What a disappointmentI was finning so badly for a strudel & this strudel was stale, burnt, kind of old, the dough was chewy. I'm going to say. I haven't had anything from here for like two months, last time I bought one of their dream cake was also a flop, decided to go & try again. By the time I called to complained they were closed, it's Sunday 5:15 when I picked the strudel I guess I'll be going to piece a cake in Newdorp Ln read more

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Now first let me say, the baked goods are very good. But I won't ever order from here again. As I was leaving the South Shore Commons earlier today, one of their delivery drivers felt the need to completely tailgate me as I'm driving. I proceeded to hit my brake and the guy nearly rear ends my vehicle. As we make the turn, same driver goes into the right lane, nearly hits another car and speeds off. I called the store and spoke to a young lady who answered very politely and advised she was the manager. When I expressed my displeasure about the driver, she started laughing as If I was joking. Once I stated that I would be leaving a negative review, then and only then did she take my call seriously. Absolute joke. This review is being cross posted on all Staten Island public Facebook groups. read more

A classic pasticerria / bakery which bakes deliciously old school the way it's supposed to be! Exceptionally amazing cheese danishes, excellent jelly and cream donuts and some of the best rainbow cookies around! The place is also really beautiful outside with nice covered tables and the most beautiful manicured landscaping. Overall a great experience every time. read more

Great customer service. There was an issue with delivery but the lady took care of it smoothly over the phone. Solid Italian bakery. Tiramisu cup is missing an espresso favor that I like. Satisfy with the marble cheesecake and sour cream cake. read more

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The cakes, cookies, and pastries are AMAZING!! I love Alfonso's. The bread is so good fresh each day. I love Alfonso's. I HIGHLY recommend them. read more

Amazing treats! This is my go to place for desserts in the island. Absolutely love the napoleon cake! Every time I go in the employees are amazing as well read more

One of the best places for cakes & pastries on Staten Island! You can order ahead or run in for a last minute cake. Either way you'll get fresh, tasty desserts every time! read more

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Keep in mind this is the same place that got shut down by the DOH and currently has a C grade according to yelp. I was at a family members house who had a few "fresh" cakes and pies from one of Alfonso's locations, not sure which one but I was a bit hesitant to eat any of it due to their history. I figured why the hell not and just give them a try and of course I had to find an issue with both of them. Cake #1 which was in a napoleon style was great tasting until I found that the crumbled garnish was nothing more than just old crumbled napoleons. They sprinkled extra powdered sugar over the top to cover the green mold on the garnish. Cake #2 was an apple pie with crumb on top. Once again moldy crumb covered with a generous layer of powdered sugar. Nice. It seems like they should check the freshness of their product more often and not try to cover it up with powdered sugar. read more

Bought some pastries here the other night they were fine. But also got a chocolate pie and it had a strange LEMONY taste. !!'??? Lemon in chocolate mousse? Someone made a mistake! It's still sitting in our fridge... read more

Pros: The rainbow cookie crumb cake pastry is probably the best thing I ever have from this bakery. The raspberry napoleon (maybe wrong name) is actually pretty good. When I used to work for the Post Office and when I had to work on Sunday's, I usually go to them for their Iced Coffee. They kept me going to finish the amazon packages. Most of the staff are friendly... one or two were unkind to me. One of the staff was nice enough to hold on to the car keys that I mistakenly dropped in the bakery as soon I left with the sweets. I came back in a panicking and they knew it was my keys. Cons: The worst cannolis I can ever have. The shell is soggy and the cannoli cream doesn't taste fresh. The cannoli cakes are soggy. You want to enjoy a cannoli or two or celebrate a birthday with a cannoli cake, go to Cake Chef, Royal Crown or Renato's. read more

I heard so many rave reviews about this place and had a function to go to later that week so I made a leap of faith and trotted on down to Victory Blvd in the rain to see what is so great about this place. Their selection puts other bakeries to shame. I ordered some fresh pastries and a few just for myself (I couldn't resist the Napoleon) ; spent around $30 and went home. Driving back that pastry was talking to me so I pulled over and sunk my teeth into that Napoleon and I just can't explain the taste. It was absolutely pure heaven. It tasted so fresh and so delicious I just had to know what made this so yummy! I called them and asked and their secret was that they make their own cream and ah hah! - OK so I am rambling.. Moving on... Everyone at my function loved the pastries and even complimented me on going to Alfonso's. Wow! I thought. The next day I drove back and got myself 3 more large Napoleon's. This is my go-to bakery from now on. I like the fact that I can order online and pick up my order with no fuss. read more

Screaming old school Italian bakery, Alfonso Pastry Shoppe has been around since the 1970's. With a plethora of options, my favorite was the cannoli & rainbow crumb cake. I saw someone in line with a container of cannoli dip & cookie chips which looked very tempting as well. Prices were certainly reasonable & it's convenient right off the express way on our way home from Atlantic City. They did not have the rainbow donut but I've heard that's alsoworthwhile. read more

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Came by one day to pick up a birthday cake for a family member. Was overwhelmed by everything, it all looked so good. I forget the exact cake we got, but I think it had pudding in the middle? Anyway, we all enjoyed it. Also got some chocolate cannolis to snack on on the drive home. read more

DUUUUUUUUUUUUDEEEEEE. I'm not from Staten Island, nor am I ever there (unless I'm driving to Jersey or something), but a friend of mine is an SI native and brought me their chocolate pudding pie for a party. Mind blown. Seriously, one of the most BADASS things I've ever eaten. read more

Staff is always very courteous. No matter what I purchase, it's always delicious and fresh. I especially love the free sample. My favorite is the blackout cake read more

I don't know what happened to this place. Bought a couple of cake from them and pervious experiences were good, but lately their desserts have been stale. Bought a birthday strawberry shortcake on Friday and the strawberries had MOLE on it. I can't believe it! The cake itself also tasted old and not fresh. Very disappointed and will not return. I'm only giving this 2stars because the previous cake experiences have been good, otherwise I'd give it one star. read more

Pastries are very good! However, very pricey. I paid $41.00 for a dozen mini pastries, and I thought that was a little too much. Won't be going back. read more

We stopped on a Sunday night on our way home from Brooklyn. We grabbed rainbow cookies, Black and whites and a large sprinkle cookie. They threw in a complimentary soda bread. I couldn't wait to get home and break open the boxes from the delicious smells wafting from the bag. I would drive back over the bridge just to get more of their cookies! read more

Used to love this place for their Banana Cream Pie, but the quality has changed. Even their cookies and other pastries aren't as fresh as it used to be. The prices are higher, but the quality is lacking. A bit disappointing. I've given them several tries, but it's not worth the hour drive any more. read more

Good and fast service, delicious lobster tails, napoleons, chocolate cigars and lindzer cookies.

I absolutely love this bakery they have the best of everything. Alfonso's pastries are so fresh and the customer service is great. The staff usually greet you with a smile and they are very helpful. Everything is very convenient you can order online or you can come in and order your cakes and other desserts. I came into the bakery and ordered a chocolate mousse cake for one of my colleagues birthday parties. The cake was so absoutely delicious. The moose was so creamy and taste so fresh. The decoration was absolutely beautiful and professionally done. The prices are reasonable and worth it. While I was there I ordered a red velvet cup cake and I was in heaven. I also have tried their cannoli's did I just say I was in heaven??? If you have not been there please go. You will not regret it. read more

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Obsessed. My go to every time I touch down on the island, to bring home to the family. Wish yous were opened on Monday's & stocked prosciutto bread more often but still 10/10 bby ! read more

Today I had the best onion soup I have ever had here. Please call and ask what's on the menu. I am not sure if they have this everyday but it's a must try. read more

Alfonso’s Pastry Shoppe - Onion soup - Bakeries Near Me - Staten Island, New York