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    La Dolce Vita Courthouse Bakery

    4.1 (90 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    LA DOLCE VITA COURTHOUSE BAKERY ATMOSPHERE

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    Dogs allowed
    Good for working
    Outdoor seating

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    Donna B.

    This cozy little shop is located right across the court house on Duke street. They have the best selection of freshly made Italian cookies and pastries. The breads are so beautiful that they look fake! It's pretty small and can get busy during holidays. There's a few bar seats by the picturesque windows to enjoy a snack and cappuccino. They have drinks and coffee as well. They even have sandwiches and salads! This has been a favorite for years. The service is always friendly. There's usually some parking right out front!

    Something has changed. Went in this past week and there were definitely way less choices in the cases. Bought the cookies I absolutely love and sad to say, not only were they misshapen (see picture) but the jelly inside was hard as a brick. This is the second time I've gotten stale cookies from La Dolce Vita so I'm not sure if they already sold the place or they've just given up, but it's not the same.

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    Dan R.

    Those home made cannoli's are delish! A friend recommended this bakery / pastry shipped while we were visiting Lancaster the other day. Friendly staff, tight parking.

    Chocolate Croissant
    Zack P.

    Thank you to the staff for operating a clean space. There was ample sanitizer, plastic barriers and everyone was masked properly! Makes picking up food more comfortable for those with COVID high risk. Having never been here, I asked what they were know for. They said cannoli. Being 8:30 AM I also got a croissant and blueberry turnover. All three were delicious! The croissant was buttery, flakey and soft. The right proportion of chocolate. The blueberry turnover was FANTASTIC. The cannoli was also very good. My wife and I are big cannoli fans and have a special relationship (had them the evening of our engagement, at our wedding and seek them out on our anniversary). These were great. A lot of complex flavors. Subtle cinnamon in the patty, a hint of lemon in the filling. The sweetness was appropriate. Good filling to shell ratio. The staff was nice and helpful for our first time visiting. Will definitely come back if I'm in Lancaster again!

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    Debra D.

    Stopped in today to buy a Napoleon ... or 2! Also purchased an Elephant Ear and Chocolate Chip Cookies. Everything was delicious . The staff were very nice and the display cases of gorgeous pastries are spotless.

    Hannah W.

    The downside - it's steps away from my office. The upside - EVERYTHING is to die for! I've been coming to La Dolce Vita for years. It's my number one go to for cookie trays (great for holiday gifts and get togethers) and sweets to get me through my afternoon. Aside from all the delicious cookies and cakes, I love grabbing lunch here too. There are a few tables outside and two or three stools at the bar. A great place to enjoy a cannoli and see what's going on outside. Back to the lunch...the mozzarella, tomato and basil sandwich is my favorite. The pasta salads are equally fantastic! All in all, it's a wonderful place to visit.

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    Theresa G.

    Absolutely the best pastries - cookies and cakes! Want an authentic Italian cookie tree, this is your place! Great little store that packs a punch in customer service and delicious food! Staff is always friendly and helpful. Be prepared to pay for the best - no cheap ingredients nor any corners are cut in the making of these fabulous items- so don't be upset if the prices are not cheap.

    Tasty... chocolate is delicious!

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    Beautiful cakes, pastries, cookies and other desserts. This business is a downtown staple. I'd give 6 stars if I could!

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