This is a super cute little bakery and coffee shop in Downtown Westfield. There is street parking and a few parking lots in the area so we just parked at one, wanted about, and also made a stop here. As a nod to the name (Kirshenbaum is German for cherry tree), there are little cherries everywhere inside from signs to wallpaper. Ample seats, natural light, friendly staff, plus delectable treats make this place a good one to stop at. They also serve light bites but as we were sort of hopping from one place to another on a Sunday, I only ordered a few sweet treats. BLACK FOREST: my daughter picked this, likely because she thought it was a chocolate cake. But it was not your average chocolate cake. A good sized slice with moist cake, cherries, and dark chocolate bits throughout, I highly enjoyed this one. It's perfectly sweet - though I admit my daughter finished the exterior layer of frosting so the thin layered in between the cake were ideal for my taste buds. It was a bit too elevated for my daughter who only really wanted your regular chocolate cake. MATCHA CRUFFIN: This is a croissant-muffin filled with matcha cream, rolled in sugar. The laminated dough was packed so not like your airy-but-crispy-exterior croissant, nor was it noticeable buttery, but it did do its job by keeping its shape and the layers helped give its name. It was lovely to pull apart, with a nice, chewy texture. The filling wasn't exactly in the center (I shared this with my husband) so I dipped a little into the filling (borderline reminded me of pastry cream) that my husband got. It's light but also has a very nice matcha flavor that comes through. RASPBERRY LYCHEE PIE: I love pie and I was happy to find a uniquely flavored one here especially since it reminded me of my favorite ice cream flavor in Europe at Haagen Dazs years back (rose raspberry lychee) so I pounced on it. First off, this is definitely a mousse pie. We're vegetarian so a part of me wonders if gelatin was used to make this so I likely won't get this a second time without me asking the necessary questions - but it is good. As with most mousse confections, this is light and delicate in a way. Airy. Still substantial that I didn't feel cheated out of my money but not too filling. Nothing overpowered each other and the flavors and textures worked together beautifully. There were chunks of raspberries but I don't recall actual bits of lychee fruit in there, though you do get the flavor of it in there. I absolutely love the interesting flavors here and the items I got. I especially am a fan of how everything is perfectly sweet. I have a sweet tooth, but only for things that aren't too sweet and this is completely up my alley. They do have gluten free options but nothing extensive. And I'm pretty sure they include eggs. I have a kid with multiple food allergies and he couldn't have anything here so I got him a bottle of apple juice and he was content with it. I'll definitely stop by again to try more items and get a drink to go with. Maybe get my daughter a cookie since I hear they're pretty good. read more

Kirshenbaum Baking Co. - Black Forest Slice + Matcha Cruffin + Raspberry Lychee Pie Slice - Cafes Near Me - Westfield, New Jersey

Amazing cakes! Pricey but worth it. The key lime is amazing. And, my husband's gluten-free cake was the best red velvet cake I have ever had

Usually this location has great baked goods, and mediocre prepared hot food. Today i found some grey specs on my croissant which seem to be consistent with mold from humidity or from some other source of contamination. read more

Kirshenbaum Baking Co. - Butter Croissant - Cafes Near Me - Westfield, New Jersey

This was a small spot that served a number of different items ranging from donuts to cookies to cakes to pies to much more. The service was patient and friendly as we took some time on what to order. I tried four different offerings. Double Chocolate Chip Cookie ($4.25) - This was a dark chocolate cookie with chocolate chip chunks. This was a good size, but it just fell short for me. I liked the chewy middle and texture, but it just felt like more chocolate could have been tasted as crazy as that sounds. Strawberry Jam Donut ($3.85) - This was a brioche donut filled with their own strawberry jam. The strawberry jam was the lone highlight here. It was great, but the actual donut was not. It was also a little small for the price. I just did not think I liked the brioche type of donut here. It needed to be sweeter, but that jelly, exceptional. Cheesy Jalapeno Croissant ($7) - This was filled with mozzarella cheese, pickled jalapeno peppers, and was topped with an everything seasoning. This was definitely the best product tried of the day. The croissant was flaky and light while the inside had plenty of jalapenos and mozzarella. The jalapenos of this particular one were quite spicy, which was nice. The everything topping was not needed I thought. Gluten Free Strawberry Lemon Cake Slice ($7.25) - This was a lemon vanilla cake with strawberry buttercream. This was a nice sized slice. If I did not know this was gluten free before eating, I do not think I would have been able to tell. Having said that though, the cake slice as a whole was just okay. The cake had good texture, and the buttercream was nicely done, but it just was alright and did not excite me. Maybe, I was missing the gluten! Will I go back? Possibly. read more

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Omg ! This w cute spot located in the center of town . The treats in this place are delicious. I stopped in after walking around town to grab a treat and so glad I did . Although things are a bit pricey it's definitely with a try . Staff were super friendly. You must try the rocky road cookie perfect balance of sweet and salty . Also the strawberry filled donut ( so good ) maybe a slight suggestion to owner add some creamy peanut butter would probably taste amazing . If you are strolling through town definitely pop in and give this place a try . I will be back soon . read more

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Woah! Tried the donuts from here and they taste as amazing as they look! You can tell all the ingredients are fresh and the strawberry jam was amazing! read more

Kirshenbaum Baking Co. - Cafes Near Me - Westfield, New Jersey

I love Kirshenbaum! Their employees are very nice and seem like they love their jobs. I've only been twice but their coffee and pastries are amazing. I've tried a regular and banana cream latte (I believe this is seasonal so go try it) and the quality and taste of their coffee is so good. I recently took a friend and she said it was the best latte she's ever had. I've only had their donuts but my friend tried a cruffin (essentially a crossaint + muffin) and both are delicious. Kirshenbaum is definitely a must try if you're in the Westfield area. read more

Kirshenbaum Baking Co. - My friends Matcha Latte - Reg - Cafes Near Me - Westfield, New Jersey

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Consistently great cup of cappuccino. Friendly service. Great product every time. Store is very clean. read more

Kirshenbaum Baking Co. - Love the breakfast Burrito - Cafes Near Me - Westfield, New Jersey

Delicious delights! Excellent service! This welcoming bakery prepared my online order for pick up for a Black Forest Cake perfectly. I called before placing the order and asked if they used kirschwasser (black cherry brandy) and while they didn't, the cake was amazing, deep with black cherry and chocolate flavor, and splendidly moist and sweet (not too sweet). Then their customizable KBC Cookie Collection of Salted Chocolate Chip, Snickerdoodle, and Rocky Road was a hit with the entire family. It's also a great gift option when visiting friends. This lovely family-owned business is a gem! NOTES/TIPS: **Municipal parking across the street. **Dine-in available. https://www.kbcbakery.com/ read more

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Updating my review because of the excellent customer service and chocolate croissant. I received a birthday coupon for here and it was 3 days past the deadline. I politely asked if they could honor it, fully expecting them to say no. The cashier brought out the manager and he did honor it no problem. Super nice of him, truly impressed and thankful. The chocolate croissant was delicious. Buttery. Flakey. Airy. Not messy. Good amount of chocolate. On par with ones I've had in France. I stand by the fact that I wasn't impressed with the cookies and they're very pricey but given the kindness and delicious croissant, I look forward to going back. read more

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I had a lovely croissant from here. It was fresh with a nicely crisp exterior. They have a nice assortment of sweets ranging from cookies, croissants, to donuts and even a savory croissant. They offer free wifi and have plenty of seats available. I love the decor. It's fresh and relaxing. The folks behind the counter were very welcoming and friendly. read more

Kirshenbaum Baking Co. - Interior - Cafes Near Me - Westfield, New Jersey

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If you get a chance, definitely try the pop up Banh Mi, they are absolutely delicious!! Highly recommend! read more

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Stopped by and bought a box of assorted baked items were reasonably priced but was hoping for more vegan and diary free option that was hyped about from the town's FB group. The croissant was just okay but better than other places in the area. there's plenty of seating inside and a couple outside. read more

Kirshenbaum Baking Co. - Cafes Near Me - Westfield, New Jersey

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VERY RUDE AND HORRIBLE CUSTOMER SERVICE. Asked if I could have a modification to my ice coffee (adding pumps of flavor and cold foam both which were displayed as options) The girls taking my order were very nice and said sure BUT when it was time for the boy to make the order he looked confused. He asked multiple times what I wanted and I explained multiple times (pumps of syrup and the cold foam they were advertising ) and he said flat out NO and rolled his eyes!!! Stating there's "no way to ring it up" and the foam is reserved for other drinks. He then turned around to complain at full volume to the adult behind him about us while we stood there and turned around to offer a plain coffee. I said forget it. I love visiting new coffee shops and cafes and it's a shame this wrong be on my rotation. Won't be back and have told multiple people about our experience. Avoid this not so nice place. read more

Stopped here for breakfast this weekend and I am so glad I did! The food and sweets here is very fresh and tasty. The croissant was flaky and buttery and delicious and I also loved the carrot cake! They were constantly restocking the donuts and pastries as they were selling out quickly! Definitely a cute spot to grab a coffee and a piece of cake with a friend or to grab on the go! read more

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I love this place. Their salted chocolate chip cookies are amazing. For my birthday, all I wanted was a slice of their Black Forest cake. It was worth it. The staff is always very friendly. Great spot to have right in downtown Westfield. And as a bonus the owner is a huge Philadelphia eagles fan. read more

Pastries and coffee and egg salad in challah sooooooooo good ! Didn't take any photos- but would highly recommend.

The pastries, bread, and tea here are all outstanding. It's not often that a cafe has genuinely good loose leaf tea.

i had the mud pie and omg it was amazing! so creamy and i loved the cookie crust at the bottom. service was friendly as well. plenty of seating in here. read more

Super immaculate and friendly vibe in the space. Nice seating. Food is stellar and delicious. Coffee is top shelf. The cookies are insanely great. I can't say enough good things about this place. It's the best coffee/baking shop in Morristown. The owner, Jeff is an exceedingly nice man. I will be back, probably this week! read more

Every time I come here I love it. The mud pie I devoured instead of lunch was sooooo good! read more

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I've had key lime pie all over the country, including in the Florida Keys and at Steve's in Red Hook and the Kirshenbaum's is the BEST IVE EVER HAD. It's topped with meringue, not cream, and slightly charred in places for the most delicious burnt sugar flavor. The key lime part is perfectly tart and the crust? Just go. GO NOW. Everything I've had there has been great. The cookies are sweet - not like the classic Italian or bakery cookies, but more like a classic chocolate chip variety that you might make at home. Standouts are classic chocolate chip and the gluten free double chocolate. It's fudge and decadent. Savory hand pie had the flakiest crust. Staff is always helpful and friendly. Vibe is cool with nice tile and upholstered benches. They have Wi-Fi, but the music is a little loud. Good spot to work, but not if you need to take calls. read more

Kirshenbaum Baking Co. - Couldn't wait for a snap before eating the Key Lime Pie. Sorry! - Cafes Near Me - Westfield, New Jersey

I went to the Morristown location on Schuyler place and it was fabulous! My favorites were the olive monkey bread with a touch of sea salt on top and the salted caramel cruffin. I'm in love go check them out! Made my rainy day a happy one! read more

Words escape me! Kirshenbaum is truly a Westfield institution--we are so lucky! Every big family or holiday event includes an order for Kirshenbaum and it's always a hit. The best host/hostess gifts: a key lime pie or a fresh sourdough loaf. Need a boss or coworker holiday present? Mail a box of cookies. You cannot go wrong. I go in at least once or twice a week and I've never had a bad experience. Love the staff, the food, the drinks, the environment--can't say enough! read more

Great local French inspired bakery. Everything is made on the premises. Staff is friendly and professional!

Great space very clean and modern and very welcoming. Staff are certain to greet as you come in! And they are patient as you make your way through all the yummy sweet and savory options. Everything looks as good as they taste. Excellent quality and care in all the baked goods. Our faves are the chocolate chocolate chip cookie (OMG is it a cookie or brownie goodness it's both!), chocolate cruffin is transcedant (croissant muffin lightly filled with a light creamy chocolate filling and lightly dusted with cinnamon sugar) and the carrot cake is incredibly moist with an unexpected brown sugar cream cheese icing you never knew you needed in your life. The handpies are wonderful riffs on high low with Taylor ham and an incredibly rich cheddar bechamel. This is a new locale fave for us. Giving Liv's a run for her money...if you don't know now you know! read more

Charming spot, perfect for a coffee and pastry before/during/after a downtown Westfield shopping spree. As always it can be a hit-or-miss deal finding parking, but c'mon, the public lots are a minute walk away. read more

The first time I came here, I asked a very pleasant staff what to recommend. He smiled first as if to let me know, I was in luck to try the cheesecake topped with a layer of a berry concoction on a great crust. It was indeed very very good. The recommendation was spot on! Three layers of perfect harmony. But the Poppy Seed Cake was also noteworthy. It had a lemon curd filling that wasn't too tart, nor the actual cake too sweet. I would order the whole cake next time for a birthday gift - maybe to me. But today, the last day of 2022, we tried the savory bunch: croissant sandwiches for a late breakfast and some good latte. And did I tell you, they have simple syrup? I love that option. We were happy with our choices. The cafe's aesthetic was kinda modern French and the workers, all welcoming. Westfield has earned itself, an impressive bakery worth visiting many times over. May your 2023 start with an excellent coffee and even better pastries and cookies and such. read more

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This bakery is an excellent addition to Westfield. It is something unique and different from other bakeries in the area. The products are much more refined than other establishments and on par with deserts, which you would find at a celebrity chef's restaurant, minus the cost. I find the cookies delicious and better tasting than any other I have seen around town, and the service is impeccable. The bakery is inviting, clean, and nostalgic for old-school charm. My kids can't stop coming here. Thank you for choosing our town to lay down your roots! read more

Stopped by with my 3 year old for a mommy daughter date. Very cute spot plenty of seating and delicious treats had a cappuccino and a cookie and both were very good. Also saw they had a cake may be a good new spot to order for special occasions as well. Great addition to the neighborhood. We will be back for more. read more

Kirshenbaum Baking Co. - Cappuccino - Cafes Near Me - Westfield, New Jersey

Good cold brew and the best baked goods. There's a good mix of modern and traditional offerings. Think chocolate chip cookies, but also lavender cookies. Pain au chocolat but also salted caramel griffins. Their carrot cake is divine - it has the most delicious browned butter cream cheese frosting. Cold brew is chocolate-y and pairs well with their sweets. They have some savory items too but I haven't tried them yet. Service is friendly and attentive. Ambiance is bright and spacious; could be a bit cozier in the winter season but still very nice! read more

Kirshenbaum Baking Co. - Carrot cake - Cafes Near Me - Westfield, New Jersey

What a delight! I've been to this place 2x & it was great each time. I've gotten the breakfast sandwich. On first glance, they look in the small side. It was filling. The bread was a soft croissant like texture bacon, egg, & cheese with maybe a bit of bechamel sauce? Whatever it was, it brought the sandwich together nicely. We also got the cheesy jalapeño croissant. good flavor if your into the more cooked/lightly pickled kind of jalapeños. The pulled pork panini- yummms! Good flavor & nice carmelized onions. Sour dough is money. Lastly- we got cookies! In descending order: Salted chocolate chip cookie Strawberry shortcake cookie Snickerdoodle cookie Mint double chocolate cookie Vanilla rose cookie Hoping to see the double chocolate chip & brownie on the menu since they weren't there both times I've gone. We'll be back! read more

This is such a cute and delicious bakery. The warm ham and cheese hand pie was amazing and flakey. Highly recommend read more

Kirshenbaum Baking Co. - Ham and cheese hand pie and red velvet cookie - Cafes Near Me - Westfield, New Jersey

Just had their banh mi sandwich from their pop up event. It was delicious just like everything else they make! Everything here is worth a try, and you'll end up with a few staples that you'll want on a daily basis. read more

Outstanding bakery! Today I had some sweet (a blueberry/lemon muffin) and savory (the cheesy jalapeño croissant). Both were outstanding. The cheesy jalapeño croissant was SO GOOD. A great place to go on a rainy day like today. Plenty of seating in a cheerful, vibrant setting, with delicious coffee and as an added bonus, they always have good music playing on the sound system (Police and 80's music are often heard). You can't go wrong here! read more

Worlds best carrot cake hands down! It truly is the best carrot cake - rich and creamy frosting. The taste is just perfection! The key lime pie is too die for- highly recommend. Black Forest cake is beyond !!! Cookies and croissants are soft and flavourful! This place is amazing! The owners are the kindest people you will ever meet! They take tremendous pride in all that they do and offer to us customers. Go and eat every thing on the menu! LOL read more

Ordered the Carrot cake for Mother's Day lunch last Sunday. Phenomenal! Dense, moist, perfect amount of fruits and vegetables with an icing to die for. read more

Everything about this bakery cafe is wonderful. First and foremost are the pastries which are all beautifully made in-house. I've tried loads of them--brioche donuts, almond croissants, cookies, pecan pie, taylor ham pies--and there has not been one that didn't leave me wanting more, lots more. The variety from sweet to savory is fantastic, you can tell they thought carefully about what to offer. I find any excuse to stop by. The cafe itself is inviting with plenty of space and seating and is remarkably clean given how busy it can get. They don't mind if you plug in and spend a few hours working or just sitting around with friends. I can't recommend this place enough. So happy to have this addition to downtown! read more

The prepared sandwiches are amazing as well as the sourdough! I'm also a fan of their coffee.

exceptional!!!! everything is fresh and extremely high quality. one of my favorite bakeries i've ever been to. and a wide, unique selection! truly a gem in downtown westfield. read more