Dulce Vida Bakery

Pan Lourdes is an inexpensive, family-friendly walk on the sweet side. For those new to…read moreMexican/Salvadorean baked goods, this is a good place to get up to speed on the basics. Latin pastry is drier and less sweet than what I'm used to. Here, there are worthy exceptions. The semita with pineapple-molasses swirl is good. The cheese filling in some items has an unexpectedly refined flavor. The bread pudding is my favorite, moist and eggy with plump raisins and a dark caramelized crust. Pan Lourdes is strictly no-frills. Along with basic coffee, you'll find the Hispanic classics, plus a couple of doughnuts. You have to ask for bread, which they keep out back. There is almost nothing with chocolate.

I only visited this location once, but it is one I would definitely check into again…read more It's a great bakery featuring items that are more Hispanic in nature. That being said, don't be surprised if the person assisting you knows little or no English. The pastries are all behind glass cases, and things didn't look disturbed from day-to-day, which gives me the impression they aren't removed overnight, but I am making a broad generalization (thus, my assumption should be taken with a grain of salt). The pastries are of great quality, though. They are flaky, light, and tasty. I was surprised, since it's a huge departure from the sugary, syrupy concoctions offered in most malls, airports, and coffee shops. The real star here is the price, though. Two pastries (one a pineapple empanada, the other a large equivalent to an eclair or canoli) cost less than $3 with tax. If I ever happen upon this neighborhood, I definitely know where I will satiate my morning sweet tooth craving.

Classic Hispanic sweets for a buck or less.

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Manifest Bread

4.5(78 reviews)

2.4 mi

The bread here is absolutely delicious and worth making a separate trip to pick up some unique…read moreflavors. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly and does a good job of maintaining a pleasant atmosphere for all.

I had heard great things about this place, and they did not disappoint! Charming atmosphere and the…read morestaff was so friendly and helpful! I will definitely be back

Fig and goat cheese sandwich on seeded baguette. Wonderful chew on that baguette

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Sugar Vault Desserts

4.2(203 reviews)

2.3 mi

•$$$

I ordered a few cupcakes from this location. And to be honest with you, some of them were a bit of…read morea hit or miss. I tried A banana pudding flavor that was actually very good and I truly enjoyed the flavors. It was definitely giving southern banana pudding. But then I try to red velvet and it was very dry so I wasn't a fan of it at all. I would still say try it out because one review shouldn't make you say yay or nay entirely if the experience is up in the air. Service was pretty good and the location is very cute and clean and inviting. A friend of mine also ordered a few cupcakes and I can't remember the flavors but there was one that was dry for her as well and wasn't very tasty. But the other two she said we're pretty good so yes I would say still try this spot out to see which flavors you may enjoy.

I absolutely love this place but it can be a little pricey. My favorite dessert is the dubai…read morechocolate chip cookie

Zebra Cake Cheesecake

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Carrot Cake Bananna Pudding!!

Dodah’s Kitchen

4.3(115 reviews)

2.6 mi

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There has been a slow decline in quality of the food and service. They did remodel the place so…read moreit's prettier but there is still a bunch of gnats. They added a lot of plants which does help the gnat problem. But the food is good. Everytime I come I have to wait because I mainly get drummies. The cabbage was okay. It needed more seasoning but I can fix it at home.

Huge potatoes in the potato salad. And it was waaaayyy too vinegary. Downright tart

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The Knight Cakery

5.0(1 review)

2.3 mi

Carmen baked and delivered a great birthday cake. Best of all she was a great communicator and…read moreseemed to genuinely care that the cake she made turned out like the cake we wanted. Sometimes this is hard to accomplish virtually in this age of social distancing, but all was handled perfectly at a reasonable price. I highly recommend The Knight Cakery!

From the owner: The Knight Cakery is here to satisfy your sweet tooth with delicious cupcakes, cakes, cookies and…read moremuffins! Gluten free and vegan options are available. We're currently taking orders. We will deliver homemade baked goods to your next event, so leave the baking to us. Contact us today @ 443.347.3579 or info@theknightcakery.com to place your order.

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Dulce Tentacion Bakery & Deli

5.0(1 review)

1.8 mi

Bread is delicious and price is not bad. They have a lot of bread choices that taste just like…read morehome. We will definitely return. Highly recommend.

Mi Pueblito Bakery

3.4(20 reviews)

1.3 mi

Small but great options and super friendly people, got some sweet treats and a Guatemalan tamaleread more

The cakes taste fake they were hard I was excited to try everything I payed for, the appearance was…read morebeautiful. Everything just tasted old.

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La Flor De Puebla Bakery

4.7(21 reviews)

3.2 mi

Good selection at a good price for Latin baked goods, would recommend! There's a couple options in…read morethe area and can't go wrong here

I decided to try this place, since I heard their Tres Leches cake was good. To tell the truth, I've…read morehad better from at least 3 other places that weren't bakeries. Not bad, but I would not recommend .

Igualita que en Mexico

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Las tortas y semitas de milanesa estan buenisimas!

Pluma By Bluebird Bakery

4.2(241 reviews)

4.5 mi

Needed a little pick-me-up on a long day of walking around the city, this shop is a little out of…read morethe way from the monuments, but delicious anyways. We got an almond croissant - probably the best filling to an almond croissant I've had (and I've had many). We also got a Spanish latte - a mix of espresso, milk, sweetened condensed milk, and some cinnamon. It was amazing and I will be recreating it at home! The shop was super cute and had some tables/chairs to rest at. Staff was very nice and service was pretty quick even with a line.

Disappointed by the coffee and the matcha here. The flat white didn't have any coffee taste or foam…read morefor the milk. The matcha was watery early on but was also somehow overpowered by milk. Lots of options for drinks and they also carry homemade pastries. The atmosphere is nice with a lovely sky light. However, the high ceiling makes the noise of conversation a lot louder. Sound carries. There were a few individuals working, but every table was taken at about 9 AM.

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Keith J.

1 year ago

This bakery is a popular spot for those who enjoy pan dulce. It's usually busy with a steady stream of customers, so it helps to know what you want ahead of time to make the process smoother. The staff is friendly, though they primarily speak Spanish. That said, transactions are quick and simple, so language is rarely a major issue. Knowing a bit of Spanish can be helpful, but it's not essential. The baked goods are consistent in quality and great for sharing with family or bringing to gathering s. However, one downside is the slow service. The staff is often behind schedule, and they rarely run on time. This can be frustrating, especially if you're in a hurry or have placed an order in advance. Improving their punctuality and customer service would definitely enhance the overall experience. read more

Leslie C.

10 years ago

I've been ordering birthday cakes from here for about 10 yrs. I ALWAYS get the 3 leches with the fruit filling (pineapple & peach)they add in the middle & strawberries (you pay $5 extra for the strawberries) to be added to that filling. They also have same day cakes if you're looking for one & in a hurry & VERY reasonable ($25) usually they're with either blue, pink or green icing and they can add "Happy Birthday ________" right then & there. read more

Eduardo M.

2 years ago

Siempre compro el pan en este lugar desde hace mucho tiempo y lo recomiendo. Está muy bueno read more

Jared M.

4 years ago

It is pretty good the place i go to and the bread is cheap for how good it is

Dulce Vida Bakery - bakeries - Updated September 2026

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