Rating - 3.5/5 I…read morevisited Elmwood Home Bakery in Lakewood on Saturday, 30 May 2026. Service was friendly and attentive. I was amazed to hear that this bakery has existed for over 70 years in the same family. I was looking for croissants but they don't bake those. They bake cookies, bread, and a few other baked goods. I bought a sticky bun (I haven't tried it yet), beer claw with walnuts, coconut bun, and a small biscuit filled with bacon (my favourite) plus a very small free cookie was given to me. Everything that I tried was good but a little dry. The prices were very fair and not expensive. I was told that their hours are Tuesdays - Fridays - 7am - 5pm, Saturdays 7am to 3pm. Closed on Sundays and Mondays. I spent $6.25 total which is a good deal. Parking is at the back of the business or street parking. I found a free street parking spot when I arrived. I'll probably be back to buy a pack of the small biscuits filled with bacon which is $12 for a bunch of them. **** GOAL of 250 reviews in 2026 - 111/250 total reviews in 2026 - 952 total Yelp reviews - Reviewed on 31 May 2026

Something is severely off with the guy that runs this business. I've lived on the block where I…read morewalk my dog...across the street from Elmwood bakery parking lot. He came out from his job to observe me with my dog while she was struggling (she has an autoimmune condition) so she was taking awhile while he stood staring at us for an uncomfortable amount of time while I'm standing there with one hand covered in a dog poop bag. I asked him if I could help him and he told me he was making sure I was picking up after my dog and she's not allowed to go there (not even his property!). I had actually planned on placing an order with them next month to bring to my corporate office but after reading many of the recent reviews about this guy I have genuine concerns about the owner's mental health as it appears to becoming a frequent occurrence.

I wanted a sweet treat today. So I jumped on Yelp and found this place. It was later in the day. I…read morebelieve one hour before closing. So I was a little sad to see the selections have been sold out. But that's ok. Since I'm the one who shows up late. I still made a purchase. And I was happy with it. I bought a slice of carrot cake. It was good. And had good flavor as well. The staff was in the process of cleaning up the store. But they were still very attentive to my needs. And greeted me with a smile. So I was happy for that as well. All in all. I will come back and try and be earlier to see better selections.

Ordered a dozen cupcakes for my sister in laws birthday - they were gorgeous. I forgot to save the…read morepic I took but they literally looked exactly like the website and they were delicious. Everyone was so impressed by the intricate design and how decadent the flavor was. The bakery itself is beautiful inside - smells fresh and amazing and the staff was so friendly. I of course grabbed a chocolate croissant and a loaf of fresh sourdough that they sliced for me on the way out because I couldn't resist a treat for me. Definitely recommend ordering for any holiday or special occasion needs you have or just on a Wednesday to grab a croissant with your coffee...such a gem!

bought 4 loafs of breads at the zucchini fest. Kind people who were willing to give a free sample…read moreof their product. The cheddar cornbread sourdough was my favorite. I ate it right out the tin with a spoon because it would fall apart so easily (just like cornbread) but it was still very dense and moist, like pound cake. I'd buy 4 more right now. You could tell they owners love what the do and their product was wonderful.

I have purchased a few items from them at various craft shows and events. Everything I've ever…read moretried has been amazing and super affordable! There are lots of places to buy bakery, but you have to try the loaves of yummy breads and cakes from them! You definitely won't be disappointed!

New owner, Rochelle Curry, gave me a loaf of her Irish Soda Bread for my opinion. Well here goes;…read moreThis is the best Irish soda bread I've had. I'm only half Irish but know a great product when I taste it! Come and find out all the other goodies Rochelle has to offer at her new bakery! Congrats Rochelle!!

VERY fresh bread... Smells like an old school…read morebakery....Oooooooh! Prices good.... Will be back to offer more information, but for now... Yum!

Whenever I want to be transported to a makeshift European bakery, then I come to Breadsmith. Mind…read moreyou, I've never been to Europe but that's beside the point, haha. The breads at Breadsmith are fresh and made daily. I don't come here often but I should. I love walking inside to the delightful smell of fresh breads. I first tried one of their breads, the Rustic Italian bread in January 2019 when I bought it from Nature's Oasis in Lakewood, a little cafe and convenience store (see video and picture below). I finally visited Breadsmith in October 2021 and I've been back a few times in 2024. I've bought their white Country Buttertop Bread ($6.75) which can be bought sliced or un-sliced. I've also had their Honey Wheat (I believe that's the name). Both tasted so fresh and good. After 3 days, their breads will start to taste stale because they are made without preservatives. Next time, I'll ask if I can get a smaller loaf of bread instead of such a large loaf because I can't finish a whole loaf by the 3rd day. They also sell muffins, cinnamon rolls, honey, etc. I haven't bought any of those but I've had their pepperoni roll before which was just fine and slightly expensive. I wish they sold croissants. Come here for the bread and stay for the friendly customer service. I'll definitely be back. The cost of all their breads are reasonable. TIP -- They offer a customer loyalty punch card. After you've bought 12 loaves, you get the 13th for free. **** GOAL of 150 reviews in 2024 - 41/150 total reviews in 2024 - 691 total overall Yelp reviews - Reviewed on 2 June 2024

Breads are out of this world good! Try the multigrain marathon bread!! Crazy good! I am on a…read morespecial diet requiring me to eat whole grain breads that are not highly processed--this bakery has saved me!

Rudy's is about a forty min. drive for me. But an appointment at U.H. Parma brought me to the area…read moreand I insisted on stopping at Rudy's on my way home. We probably dropped about $60 on some of the best sweet treat's bakery. It was worth every penny except the Cherry Strudel. Strudel is what Rudy's is known for except the wonderful Paczki's during Lent. Back to the strudel. Either it was over baked or just plain stale. The worst I've purchased. In fact, I actually had to cut through the bottom of the strudel with a serrated knife. The cherries were great tasting but the strudel, certainly not what I expected from Rudy's Strudel. I hope someone at Rudy's pays attention. It was disappointing.

They came out with a Malley's Chocolate themed Paczki that I had to try…read more The design and colors were of Malley's Chocolate. It had a fudge filling that toffee pieces. I could not stop eating it. Placing an advance order was easy. Tell them the flavors with the day and time of pick up. I placed an order for Valentine's Day of the special paczki.

Pretty solid cake donuts. Moist although not crispy on the outside or anything. Woeful sad yeast…read moredonuts. Dry, bready, lacking icing at least for the chocolate glazed one. The eclair was not bad. The sugar cookie was relatively soft and flavorful. Overall unremarkable.

Their maple crème stick doughnuts are delicious. I buy a dozen and package them for flights back to…read moreSeattle after every visit to the area. The mini lady locks and cookies are bomb too! I just wish they shipped!!

Best cake in Cleveland, they been doing this for a very long time, an the quality is still thereread more

Their caramel cake is AMAZING. One of the best cake I've ever had. This bakery is Cleveland's best…read morekept secret.