Somehow, I made it this far in life without ever trying rhubarb pie but today that changed and I'm so glad it did. I picked one up from Hillview Farms, made by Lithuanian Bake T.J. and it was absolutely delicious. The filling had that perfect sweet-tart balance, and the crumb-style topping was rich and satisfying. I did notice that the ingredients include soybean and palm oils. Personally, I'd love to see higher-quality options like coconut oil used instead. I think it would really elevate an already excellent pie. Still, I'm very happy this was my first rhubarb pie. It was truly a treat I can't imagine a better one to start with. read more

Backiel's Lithuanian Bake T.J. - My first ever rhubarb pie - Bakeries Near Me - Elizabeth, New Jersey

I've never been to this location nor did I know my favorite dessert came from here until yesterday! I been getting the raspberry Pączki from Barth's Pork Store! I saw for the first time, a label on this amazing treat Saying it was from you! read more

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I guess I could complain about the limited retail availability, but for the fact I visit maybe once a decade! In fact, the lovely woman who took care of me said I was the first retail customer all week-and it's Thursday! Well over 90% of their business is wholesale, and some of the remaining is mail order. Terrific rye, excellent cherry cheese babka-I'll order a few days ahead next time. I'm glad to explore my maternal Lithuanian roots. read more

Best Babka I have ever had ! And I have had a lot lol . I have to have someone pick it up for me I have not found any of it close to me yet . read more

Backiel's is located smack dab in the middle of a residential street adjacent to the commercial area of Port Elizabeth, and you can drive right by this innocuous bakery. Old school charm in what appeared to be an equally rustic neighborhood, walking into Bakiel's was like a time warp. No nonesense decor, a big display case, baking sheets/trays, a cool bread slicer, and of course that smell.......you know that bakery smell! I ordered three items: Cherry Cheese Babka, Rye bread loaf, and a container of four Paczki's. Rye bread was what you expect from an excellent rye, a nice crunchy crust, a little chewy (not gum exercising but just enough), and a small hint of sourness. It reminded me of my high school days when I used to roam around NYC after class trying out various places to eat; some being old school delis. I wish I had some pastrami or corn beef at home and make myself some Ruebens! The cherry cheese Babka was a tasty trifecta of butter, cheese, and cherry. All three flavors were distinct and made this indulgent bread all the better. Note to self: toast a piece in the toaster oven for 3 minutes or so, grab a cup of coffee (or milk), sit back, and enjoy! The third selection was called a Paczki, which is pretty much a Polish doughnut. I got the raspberry filled ones and they were good. Not knowing how a Paczki should taste, I found the dough a little dense and slightly chewy (note it was neither raw nor undercooked; just chewy). Raspberry filling was sweet goodness though; just right. The sweet woman behind the counter reminded me of my grandmother, proudly describing the various breads on display and kindly giving me some of the freshly baked rye and Babka versus the one's on display (yes they were still warm). The drive back home was tough, as the aroma of fresh bread was unbearable; I wanted to grab a piece of the Babka and devour it! These types of bakeries are harder and harder to find, so if you're in the area try out some bread! read more

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Old school bakery storefront with a lovely woman manning the counter. Limited selection of items. Looks like they mostly sell to stores and restaurants. Location is off the beaten path in a mostly residential area of Elizabeth just a stones throw from Jersey Gardens mall. read more

A little bit out of my way, but it is that only bakery I will go to. They have the best bread. You can't find European bread anywhere else, only in Europe. Without this bakery, my dinner table for the holidays would not be the same. You must try their babkas! The cheese they use is not too sweet or too dry and the babka itself is soft. Good to have with tea. They now have cakes, I always get the "Black Forest." If you are looking for a European Bakery that will bring back memories, you have to try this place! read more

Labas! Yaaay!!! Finally, I get to write a review where I can play up my Lithuanian roots! What is Lithuanian food you ask? What you didn't ask that? Well, I don't care, I'm going to tell you anyway. Babkas, rye breads, Sakotis, and poppy breads. Okay, not much of a selection really, but whoever expected a huge amount of variety from a small Baltic country? This place is located is Elizabethport and isn't a place most would stumble over, but it's well worth the visit for someone interested in this type of food and really wants to go back in time 50 years. The food is cheap, fresh, and I recommend the rye bread and poppy bread (a dessert actually). For my babkas though, I still prefer some Jewish bakeries in Brooklyn. P.S. Look up a picture of "Sakotis." No lie, it will blow your mind. Apparently, it's a cake that defies the laws of physics. read more

Located in "the port" section of Elizabeth, a tiny little hole in the wall bakery. Blink and you'll miss it. While the selection is limited everything is fresh and tasty. They do have a day old shelf and and you can pick up babka, etc. at discounted prices.....and everything is still very good. They have, in my opinion, the best corn muffins. They don't fall apart leaving a pile of crumbs all over the place after you take a bite. The deep rich chocolate cake with cherries is so delicious. Love the babkas. Once I was lucky and bought a pineapple babka. Or was it coconut? I forget because I was lucky just that one time! The only thing I remember is that it was soooo good I ate half of it in the car. (sigh) And, honestly, where else can you go and say "I'll take that one" and the lovely lady behind the counter says "No, take this one, it looks better." read more

Backiel's delivers to a local farmers market in my area. I LOVE LOVE their Vanilla Cake with Lemon and Vanilla Cake with Blueberry. THEY ARE THE BEST!! The cakes are SO good that I want to venture out to Elizabeth because I do not see these cakes online! read more

Ordering online and never disappointed; placing orders across the State, even past Pennsylvania's Borders. Being of Polish Decent, i can tell you...This is BABKA! The Babka i grew up with. Babka that can feed a Family! It's not have a slice or two, with a few cups of coffee, sweep up the crumbs it's gone babka. Pazki Day or Fat Tuesday is made better with an assortment Backiel's Pazki. Rye Breads of varying Strengths, Crumb and Crust; Hot Cross Buns, Irish Soda Bread; Filled Strips of Almond, Poppy or Prune. Family, Relatives and Friends, with all of them i have shared the Bakery's goodness. Always ordering on line, in time i may order at Backiel's Lithuanian Bake in person. i have never been to their Shop, there is a chance i will. one day. i love this place, now, i will then. read more

I just had their Whole Grain Bread, Holy Cow it is the best. i purchased it at a Local butcher/ market in Point Pleasant NJ way better than any mass produced Bread ! I am going to call my Local Market and make sure they have this all the time. Thank you read more

Best breads I have tasted in a long time! Grew up eating Lithuanian bread, and this one does not fail! Ordered online with no problems except my order was apparently taken from my front door, which John promptly replaced at no additional cost! Will continue to order - can't wait to taste the babka! read more

Much smaller than I had anticipated. There weren't really too many things to choose from overall and we ended up with a big seeded rye bread which was good, a poppy seed bread, and a cranberry crumb cake, I've had better poppy seed bread and the crumb cake was just ok. We did not try the babka. There are day old items which you can buy at a discounted price. I didn't think this place was anything special, but if you have a hankering for stuff your Eastern European heritage is calling you to, you will find most of it here. read more

Visited for first time today after Newark Airport jaunt. Very helpful staff, brought out oven-fresh ryes, and huge selection of babkas. Chocolate babka is fantastic, and all the others are simply marvelous. We left with three ryes and eight babkas, one of each. Cherry cheese, blueberry cheese, strawberry cheese, and chocolate. Actually do call ahead to check if they have more cakes and strudels, as their business in almost all wholesale now, but walk-ins are welcome. Counter manager knows Lithuanian and Polish history of neighborhood. Worth a side trip. read more

Great variety of products, best to call in advance to place an order. Very clean establishment, and same owner for over 35 years! Lithuanian Bakery is located at many farmers markets throughout NJ in the summer time and they always carry a variety of products there. Other reviewers who comment about the bakery need to keep in mind that they are mostly a whole sale establishment therefore it is best to call prior to visiting. No preservatives in any of their products either ! read more

I grew up a few blocks from this bakery. The bread is as good as it was when I was a child, over 60 years ago. Fantastic consistency and pride goes into every loaf. I place large orders and freeze them since I now live in the Southern part of N.J. The bread holds up exceptionally well. The Lithuanian community in Elizabeth Port is just about gone, the school has been closed for years but I can rely on this bakery as my last connection to the "good old days" and drink a toast on every major holiday with family and friends with, of course, Lithuanian bread and many of their other excellent products on the table. read more

A hole in the wall in a not so great neighborhood, but the babka and walnut roll with raspberry were delicious!

I ordered two of their filled strips for a friend at work who raved about them the last time I brought them to him for Christmas. I expected the same efficient service and wonderful product this time around as well, but shortly after I placed the order online, the big snowstorm hit at the beginning of January. The delivery was supposed to arrive on the very day of the storm, so I was not surprised when it didn't get to my home. However, I called John a week later and he guaranteed that I would have my delivery the very next day, and noted that he had packed it himself. The next evening when I got home from work, I was so excited to see the package sitting on top of my front porch. Excited that is until I got to the package and saw that the neighborhood squirrels had sniffed out the contents, chewed right through the cardboard packing box, and had made a feast of my lovely filled strips! I was so crestfallen that I called John right away to tell him what had happened. I told him I would try to come to the bakery myself on the weekend to replace them, and when I got there today, there were two beautiful fresh-made strips waiting for me. John replaced them free of charge and even turned in a claim to Fed-Ex for me. You do not find this kind of service or qualify of goods very often anymore. John is terrific and I would recommend his products to anyone. They are made the old fashioned way, without preservatives and taste divine. He made my new year! Linda Kativa Metuchen, NJ read more

I grew up in Elizabeth having their baked goods - delicious rolls, breads and of course Babka! If they have amber bread, order it! It's to die for. Now I live in the Pocono & order online. Fast delivery - packaged very well. read more

Wonderful family business. I love to hit up the local farmers markets and the Lithuanian Bakery is always represented in full force. Usually headed a lovely woman who may be the wife of the owner, couldn't be more delightful and courteous, they have a wide selection of bread, babka, and other treats. The crumb cake is heavenly. You can also find their products in a lot of the local supermarkets! read more

Outstanding bakery. We especially love their Lithuanian Black Boston Bread and their Poppy Strips. The owners couldn't be any nicer. You will not be disappointed!! read more