Babka Bakers

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Stopped by to grab a couple cakes for a party. Got parking easily a couple blocks away on one of…read morethe residential streets. We came by the day before Mother's Day, so they had pre decorated Mother's Day cakes. You can also place an order. Service is quick and friendly. We initially planned on getting a Strawberry Shortcake, as that seemed to be the cake to get. However, we opted for the Cheesecake, because we were able to add fresh strawberries (and whipped cream) on top! I'm not a fan of whipped cream, so I avoided that, but everyone seemed to enjoy. It had a good creamy texture and was not too sweet. The strawberries were indeed fresh. The pound cake was soft and airy. The vanilla flavor comes through. I will have to try the Marbled version next time! Note: Cash Only! A regular customer ordered the tiramisu cake; said it was the best cake ever, so will have to try that next time!

This bakery is amazing--everything is made in-house, and it always smells incredible when you walk…read morein. A friend recommended it to me, and I've already ordered two birthday cakes from here. The tiramisu cake was absolutely delicious, honestly one of the best I've ever had. I didn't even know you could customize a tiramisu cake since it's usually served the traditional way, but they made it exactly how I wanted. As someone who loves tiramisu, this really stood out. I also ordered a strawberry shortcake, and it was just as impressive. The buttercream was so good , light, flavorful, and not overly sweet. Everyone loved it, and there wasn't a single slice left. The owner's son (I believe) was super helpful, he really takes the time to understand what you want and brings it to life perfectly. I've also tried their croissants, which are huge and delicious, and the hero bread is excellent too. Just a heads-up: they only accept cash.I'll definitely be ordering all my cakes from here moving forward!

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Assorted Cookies

Rainbow Bakery

3.6(66 reviews)

1.7 mi•Elmhurst

This is a typical Cantonese bakery that has a handful of locations in Queens. I've also been to…read moretheir Jackson Heights location, which is smaller. They have all usual items - bubble tea, sponge cakes, steamed buns, egg tarts, premade sandwiches, and more. I've had a few items from here and they were all fresh at reasonable prices. I prefer the larger Fay Da bakery chain, which has a much larger overall selection of baked goods. However, I will admit that Rainbow excels at offering non-bakery items. You can get congee, rice noodle rolls, and even a bunch of dim sum items (dumplings, beef balls, siu mai, etc.). You can easily pickup a lunch or dinner from here.

Delicious well priced pastries and coffee. I also really enjoy their pork congee and veggie noodle…read more They have some seats inside but it's more of a takeout. Awesome for breakfast and really efficient service!

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Kape't Torta

4.3(121 reviews)

1.6 mi•Elmhurst

Went and ate here today for my bike group trying this place out for the first time. We definitely…read moregot different kinds of pastries to share together as a group and we then said it tasted really good and delicious. The service there was also very attentive, pleasant and friendly. We couldn't agree more about it. Finally, I would definitely eat and come back again next time! :)

Popped in because I had heard about this place for a while which is a modest mom and pop vibe…read morefilipino bakery. It's charming inside and quintessentially Queens - walking in, you get a sense that this was a family-started business. The pandesal was yummy, authentic, fluffy and hit the mark when I was having the craving. The worker was super nice, too and there are a few tables for you and a few friends to sit around and eat the goodies. There's a fridge full of cakes and other desserts, too. I think you could probably preorder a cake if you're an ube fan and get it for your birthday or other special event. I'm happy they're here and would love them see more things on the menu - maybe I missed it but would love to try a halo halo here. I would love to know when to get the buns the freshest as well/what their baking schedule is!

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$3.50 Ube Leche Flan

Rainbow Cakes & Donuts

4.6(21 reviews)

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Pulled up to Rainbow Cakes & Donuts like a grown man with dessert priorities…read more 86-22 Broadway, Elmhurst, NY Ordered the ube Swiss roll and yeah... game over. Soft, fluffy ube chiffon, rolled clean like it trained for this, packed with ube whipped cream. Zero cracks. Zero mercy. Then came the mochi donuts. Pineapple Mochinut -- first bite screams PINEAPPLE. Soft, slightly chewy, creamy frosting, dangerously good. Chocolate Mochi Donut -- solid, rich, did not disappoint. Didn't stop there because I have no self-control: Berry marble cheesecake -- straight-up irresistible. Mille-feuille (Napoleon) -- aka "a thousand layers of don't ask questions." Flaky, buttery, rich... this was the victory lap dessert. Coffee? Top tier. Staff? Attentive, locked in, took care of business. Came for donuts. Left emotionally satisfied. Real men eat dessert.

I got the pandan coconut cake from here. We walked around few bakeries and came back. My mom…read morereally enjoyed this cake and said it wasn't sweet. She would have given it 5/5 but for me it was alright. I had better pandan cake and it felt like they used too much of the concentrate instead of fresh pandan leaves. You can taste the artificial pandan which I don't like. I would given it 3/5. Overall the presentation of the cakes is what drew me to come back. I would like to try the fruit cake next time.

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Tous Les Jours

3.8(28 reviews)

1.7 mi•Elmhurst

This spot is great love their coffees and sweets. Staff is friendly and the store is not in a bad…read morelocation so it's not hard to find.

This is one of the new locations in Elmhurst just right by the Grand Avenue New train station. I…read morewas appalled and excited about this location since I'm a regular with the matcha and whole milk loaf bread. They are really soft and fresh every time I purchase them. What really caught my eye was the ham, American cheese on a croissant bread that they carry. There was a hint of spice that got my attention. Didn't know it was spicy until I bit into it. Really tasty and loved how the cheese melted in my mouth with the ham. Going to get more of these! There are many chairs and tables in this location and bright lights so it's a good place to catch up for coffee and pastries! Bathrooms are available here. Very quiet ambience.

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Eaton Cafe

4.6(22 reviews)

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Eaton Cafe is definitely a hidden gem in Queens! I almost don't want to share this amazing place…read morefor fear it will be crowded every time we go there now. Our dinner there tonight was perfect! We ordered chicken wings, french fries, and pork soup dumplings for our kids. For my husband and me, we enjoyed the pork combo, the crispy watercress salad and Batagor (fried fish cake, fried tofu, fried wontons and fried potato with peanut sauce on the side in case our kids wanted any). Our most memorable and refreshing dish was the Crispy Watercress Salad. Who knew watercress could be fried!?! lol We will definitely be ordering again next time as well as recommending to others. This dish was refreshing and light. Loved every bite! The pork combo was a combination of roast pig, sausage slices, fried slices of fish cake, etc. with rice and soup on the side. Easily the ideal lunch for one person or to share with someone! The Batagor was very fun to eat because it reminded me of fondue but with peanut sauce. I loved dipping the fried fish cake, fried tofu, fried wonton and fried potato in the yummy peanut sauce. This night was delicious and the perfect family dinner for us. With tax and 20% tip, total was about $145 and change. A little steep for family dinner but it was about right considering the raising cost of groceries. We considered it our New Year dinner. Eaton Cafe definitely gets two thumbs up from me and my Yummylicious Stamp of Approval! Happy New Year everyone!

The mango salad was substantive and tangy, refreshing but not overpowering. The milkfish was smoky…read moreand had a mild but fatty flavor. The chicken egg noodles were slithery, dense, and had a plethora of elements; the fried wonton was crunchy while the ground chicken was fragrant and sweet.

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Junction Cake Box

4.3(92 reviews)

2.2 mi•Elmhurst

Locally owned & operated

Certified professionals

I had very specific ideas for a fairly simple custom cake to celebrate my father's 105th birthday…read more I wanted a chocolate cake with chocolate frosting and raspberry filling. I showed them a picture of dad's army patch to use for the decoration. The cake was delicious!!

5 Stars - Beyond Amazing 100-Day Cake!…read more I simply had to leave a review for Junction Cake Box after they created the most stunning 100th Day cake for my nephew! I gave them some basic ideas since I'm not very creative--just light blue color, cute animals, and that it was for a baby boy's 100th Day. They absolutely ran with it, creating a cake that was way more stunning than I could have imagined. It tasted so good too! Accommodation, service, cake quality, and price all get a solid 5 stars from me. They made the process so easy, and the result was spectacular.

Baby cake

Garfield

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Snakes cake

Glendale Bake Shop

3.8(61 reviews)

0.6 mi•Maspeth

One of the best cannolis I've had outside of Italy. Try the chocolate one with a cup of freshly…read moresqueezed orange juice. It takes you right back to a coffee shop in Italy and instantly refreshes your day. I also highly recommend the pretzel buns. They're perfectly chewy and soft. If you get bagels or the cheese Danish, I'd suggest warming them up a bit at home, about 30 seconds. It really brings their soul back with a little extra warmth. The people are very nice and friendly, and there are seating tables available too. Will definitely come back!

I cannot recall the last time I went to a bakery, purchased 5 items and spent under $30!?!! This…read morelovely neighborhood bakery has so many options. They have cookies, cakes, pastries, rolls, bread, coffee, and entire cakes available for you to walk out with on the spot. Their pretzel rolls are very popular so you have to get there early for those. Every time I've come here, even before their brief closing I was always met with a warm welcome. Very clean, I've never had a bad item as I've heard has happened at other places. Definitely worth taking exit 19 (69th St) off the L.I.E. to come try their great selection.

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Egg and tomatoes on a pretzel bun

88 Bakery & Cafe

3.0(52 reviews)

One family member likes to visit 88 Bakery & Cafe practically everyday or every other day. After…read moreday of shopping or walking around the neighborhood, we make a pit stop here to cool our jets and refuel. What is good about 88 Bakery & Cafe is that there is an area where you can sit and enjoy a cup of coffee (I like their coffee) and I get the bun with corn with bits of ham swimming in mayo (white cream). It's cool to sit and watch customers come into the store like the neighborhood traffic guard taking a break after walking in the brutal heat to check his phone. The lady who makes a stop after a day of shopping and sits in a table full of strangers and have a conversation before she boards a bus back home. This is a neighborhood bakery and conveniently located not too far from subway station right next to Walgreens. Come early cause lots of items are sold out. It's self serve with may of the items on the shelves.

This Asian bakery is right in my neighborhood. The ladies behind the counter are strictly…read morebusiness-as-usual although, because I go as often as I do, they have been cracking open some smiles. It is cadh only and seats and counter spaces are available for dining-in. Everything is pretty affordable although, selections may be limited as the day goes on. I like their cold iced teas too.

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Palermo Bakery

3.5(15 reviews)

0.7 mi•Maspeth

Those mini cream puffs are probably the best thing at the bakery. My family and i love the cherry…read morebutter cookies but they aren't the best here in my opinion. And it's a little more pricier then we're we go to. We generally pay 10 a lb and here it's 11 a lb. The bread is good and i would definitely recommend that!

I am so lucky to have this local bakery just up the block from me!…read moreThis place is definitely a hidden gem of a bakery. In the past 70+ years, this section of Maspeth was heavily populated by Italians and Irish immigrants and some of the best Italian bakeries are along Grand Ave. I love their breads, especially when I want a good loaf of sour dough bread. For $2.95 I get a freshly baked large 14-inch load sliced thin. Yummy! There pastry is very good also.