This place is so great,I bake so I'am super hard to please.There is no decent bakery near us so to find this place was such a blessing,I'am pretty sure there free of additives and unnatural ingredients . read more

Hazel's is a fantastic bakery, and I feel so lucky to have it in Needham. First off, it's so nice to have a small business in the neighborhood. Why get mass-produced baked goods from chains when you can come to a gem like this? Things I love: - Ninja turtle cookies! These are gingerbread cookies that are frosted in the design of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (complete with different colors for each turtle). The gingerbread is spiced to perfection, and the consistency is soft (but not too soft) and slightly chewy. The frosting is delicious, and sweet but not cloying. Plus, they're so fun to look at! I once bought a giant ninja turtle cookie (probably a foot and a half long) for only $10! It was a big crowd pleaser. - Whoopie pies. Hazel's has the best whoopie pies I've ever had. The filling is scrumptious frosting, not nasty shortening like other places use. - Sugar cookies. These are my go-to when the ninja turtles run out. They do sugar cookies perfectly, in my estimation. Plus they always have fun designs (Red Sox, Patriots, smiley faces, etc.) - Cupcakes. I like vanilla with vanilla frosting, and these never disappoint! - The sandwiches. I love the bread at Hazel's, and they have Boar's Head cheeses and honey mustard. What more could you ask for? Things I don't love: - The ninja turtle cookies often run out early. I'll stop by and be heartbroken to see the case full of unfrosted ninjas, but no frosted ones. One time, an employee offered to frost one on the spot for me, which I accepted! It was pretty much the best day of my life. - They don't usually put the frosted cookies in a box unless you ask. I like to preserve the beautiful appearance of my ninja turtles, so I ask for a box. Overall, Hazel's is my favorite bakery for treats and sandwiches. To use Phantom lingo, it's a real hidden jewel. Definitely worth a trip! read more

Almost 4 years later and Hazel's is still our #1 sandwich destination in Needham. We've branched out and have enjoyed their baked goods, which are equally as delicious. During the holidays they make the BEST petit fours. Do yourself a favor and buy a dozen ... or two. During my frequent visits over the years I noticed that they always had a lot of cake orders and wanting to know what all the fuss was about I placed an order for a cake for my son's baptism. Not only did it look amazing, but it was absolutely delicious! All of our guests thought so as well. The staff is always so friendly and helpful. Going to Hazel's is one of our favorite weekend treats! read more

Just plain sugar heaven and pure deliciousness! Presentation of party platters isn't all that it could be but you forget that once you take your first bite!!! read more

The Canadian Health Bread is delicious here and worth a drive out to Needham to pick some up. It has steel oats in it and also molasses. A little bit salty, but delicious nonetheless. :) read more

This place is never open when I try to go, even during normal operating hours! I am so confused. Its hours of business are already inconvenient (most of the time I would like to go in the evening), and when I do go when they should be open for some reason they're closed. read more

Hazel's is one of my favorite spots to pick up lunch to-go. They have delicious, fresh sandwiches on homemade bread - try the Canadian Health bread, it's amazing! They also have great homemade pizza, different than your standard slice but delicious. Time it right because at noontime, there will be a line of people - so go early or go late if you want to avoid. Staff is very friendly and they try to keep thing moving. Hazel's baked goods are excellent, especially their breads, cupcakes, cakes, jellyrolls, eclairs, fruit bars, and whoopie pies. Old-fashioned and yummy! Only downsides: I'm not a fan of their cookies - too dry and crispy for my taste. I prefer chewy and chompy. But everything else is great. Overall an excellent place to grab a bite or a treat! read more

Hazel's Bakery is a staple in Needham. I have been going here since I was a kid and I absolutely love everything. The folks over at hazel's not only do a good job with baked goods (try the carrot cake cupcakes) but they also make phenomenal breakfast sandwiches, lunch subs, and even pizza! read more

Dive, Dive, Dive, horrible, horrible, horrible ..had the what was supposed to be pecan roll..was nasty and wasted my money as I had to throw the other one away it was so bad...people rave about hazels but they are raving of a time gone by, speaking of gone by you might want to "drive by this place"! badap Bup1 read more

This hidden gem has the best baked goods in Needham hands down

If you have your heart set on something at Hazel's you better order early and the call ahead to make sure that they have it. While the food is better than average, its not worth the hassle of driving all the way there only to find that you need to come back later, or 'call us and we may have it later'. If you really need something for the holidays try Sugar in West Roxbury or Guarino's in Norwood. The quality is as good, if not better, and the prices are comparable. You may have to wait, but you won't drive there only to have them tell you that they can't give you what you called ahead for until the early orders were filled. Hazel's Bakery is truly the Grinch that stole our Christmas. Hope it doesn't happen to you. read more

Love Hazel's. Their freshly made sandwiches are delicious and their baked goods are fabulous. Wonderful place to order for the holidays, too! Their special order cakes and cupcakes get rave reviews every time we serve them! Almost forgot, Hazel's chicken pot pies are to die for. read more

Pastry's and all that is good, but honestly go their for their sandwiches. By far the best in needham!

Love their sandwiches. Big subs, great homemade bread, great cupcakes.

I went in here based on the amazing sandwich reviews. I have never been treated so rudely by a person working anywhere. If you don't like your job. Don't work there but to literally stare at customers with contempt. Snarl responses to their questions. Unacceptable. I walked out with nothing because I could not give my money to a place like that. read more

This place has the best bread in the area, but I have to agree with many of the other commenters in that the service is less than spectacular. You also never know if they are going to have bread or when they'll be open. I'd really like to drive home that last point in this review. If the owner is reading this I would put forth to you that the majority of your customers are in work Mon-Fri and home on the weekends. Why are you closed on Sunday? You should open on Sunday and maybe close on Monday. or hire somebody else to bake on Sunday and be open everyday. FYI people eat everyday and if you are not open I'll try someplace else and may find that I like it better. The other thing is walking in at 10:00am only to find that the bread is not ready is not acceptable. And the time that the bread will be ready can be 9 am today and 11 am tomorrow. My aunt used to work at a bakery in Boston and the baker was in work at 4 am baking bread so it would ready for his customers in the morning. I guess what it comes down to is in this place the customer is always wrong and sure you'll survive because of superior products, but with good customer service you could have a line going out the door and multiple branches. read more

Hazel's has been a part of our family since our kids were little. There have been many, many cakes, cupcakes and cookies bought from them. Their Canadian Bread is great! Only thought is that the owner is a young man and the store would benefit greatly from a renovation and maybe a few new items that cater to adults. read more

Great baked treats and sandwiches. nothing fancy but everything's so tasty. it's like having the great cooking mom I never had!

The service is wonderful and the food is always delicious!! Never had anything I did not love!!! My favs are the cupcakes, half-moon cookies and donuts, so fresh and yummy. read more

Thousand Mile Cakes!!!! I have been a customer of Hazel,s since they were in Wellesley Hills in the 60's.The shop in Needham,ably run by Steve&Stacy Barton,is every bit as good as when Ken&Marie Mullin were the owners. They make the best cakes and pastry,. PERIOD. Is it worth driving 1000 miles roundtrip from FAIRFAX COUNTY VIRGINIA,for a HAZEL'S CAKE??? Just stop in and ask Steve. I've done it 17 times since 2006!!! Chris Nestor,Falls Church Station, Virginia read more

This place is fantastic! I was there yesterday to pick up the BEST lemon meringue pie you have EVER tasted and came outside to find a grill cooking hot dogs and chicken breast. I had a $2 hot dog and bun which came with a free cookie. I think she said it was a Boorshead hotdog and was it ever delicious. Steve is the master baker and he has a son who is just as nice as he is. They are a first class bakery - try their buttercrust bread or a sandwich made on healthy multigrain or their butterflake rolls. Everything you get is fabulous. I've been going there since Hazel owned it and Steve and his family have done a great job carrying on the legend of Hazel's Bakery. read more

The owners really know how to run a business. Friendly stay outstanding bread and oh the sandwiches. the only thing that's better is pairing a sandwich with sweets. had the Hazelberry pir. just like grandma used to make. read more

Ok....all I can say is the good reviews on here must be for sandwiches ....pastry GROSS bread not bad but tastes like it comes from a bag ,sandwich was OK lil over priced but here is what really grossed me out asked if they had a bathroom...they were nice enough to let me use it but why is the board of health not on top of this...smells of urine, and I made the mistake of going in the wrong door first ( black toilet and not in color) the useable one grossed me out so bad I will never be back knowing the employees had to use that bathroom made me throw half my sandwich away after thinking about it...oh by the eat the frosted cookie sample the buttercream WAS SOUR read more

Life doesn't get any better than Hazels Bakery! My only complaint is that they have too many offerings. All of their bakery products are second to none. Pies, breads, brownies, cakes, cookies, etc. You name and my family & friends love it! Their lunch menu is delic, and the homemade breads they serve the sandwiches on are top notch. If the line is out the door when you visit, you'll find it will worth the wait. Fall is here, which means Thanksgiving and Christmas goodies galore! Can't wait read more

Love this place!!! Used to live down the street when my kids where little and they would get gingerbread ninjas. We were in there area to visit and my daughter and I went in and where reminiscing The lady at the counter told us that they do giant ninjas that they will ship anywhere. Ordered one for my daughter's 18th birthday. She was thrilled when it came. It was a larger version of what she remembered. Ordered another one for her high school graduation. Steve couldn't have been more helpful and nice one the phone. read more

Not only did Hazels Bakery accommodate my special request for smores cupcakes, but they did it FABULOUSLY! The staff made the order process the easiest I have ever experienced. The cupcakes were a huge hit and everyone loved them! I would recommend Hazels to anyone and I will be back to order for my next party! Thanks Hazels!!!! read more