Phenomenal Cuban bakery - the absolute best Cuban Bread of all the bakeries in the area. The crackers are also exceptional and so are the breadsticks. Get there early because it's all so good that it runs out. I also love the Cafe Con Leche, pastries, croquettes and more! read more

Every time I come to NJ/NY a trip here is mandatory. I have loved everything I have had but especially the pastelitos (both meat and the guava/queso ones). read more

La Gran Via Bakery - Pasteries - Bakeries Near Me - Union City, New Jersey

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La Gran Via Restaurant is a great small comfy Cuban themed place on Bergenline Avenue, Union City, NJ, to dine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Great coffee made with a cup of milk and carafe of espresso to pour into your cup. Inexpensive and good food. Great Cuban bread on the table. Very good guava/queso pasteles. We go there often and for several years. Nice owners and Wait Staff. Always packed. read more

Amazing croquetas, pasteles de guava y queso, pasteles de carne, y cafe con leche! I was expecting amazing pastries, but I was really surprised by how good the coffee was. I came back the next day to get another to have with my leftover pastries. The ladies are also super sweet too. My Spanish is weak, but everything got done smoothly. read more

Love this place and there pasteles de guava y queso, Dominican bizcocho (guava filling), y cafe con leche!

Amazing pastries and Cuban coffee is literally the best we had the entire trip. Very well worth the trip into the area if you aren't staying nearby. Definitely a hidden gem! read more

I first heard of this bakery from a family friend and I had to come try it out! As soon as you walk in, you're immediately exposed to a world of sweets, treats and baked goods. The front staff works fast and efficiently, which is great because this place gets super busy in the morning-noon hours. They don't mess up your order or fold over even when there's a lot of customers trying to get in and order. Considering this was my first time here, I wanted to try some variety bakery menu staples to taste. I ordered croquetas de jamon (croquettes), pastelitos de carne (Cuban Picadillo-filled pastry) and toasted bread with butter! I wanted to also order and try the papa rellena (fried stuffed potato) but was disheartened to learn that they actually don't make and sell those at this bakery. I was really impressed with how consistently good the food was. The pastelito de carne (Cuban picadillo-filled pastry) was amazing and easily the best part of what I ordered. The bread with butter was toasted, but still soft and buttery on the inside which means it was made well. The croquettes were decent but could be better. If I were to order a variety of foods again, i'd maybe substitute them out and try something else like an Empanada or guava pastry. Overall, this bakery, the staff and the food was great! read more

La Gran Via Bakery - Pastry Options - Bakeries Near Me - Union City, New Jersey

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Always packed, must be the buttered pan (bread) they serve, and/or espreso with bocaditos made daily. It's a busy place, old style Cuban eats in here. Tell them ANGEL THE REALTOR sent you. read more

Delicious pastries and a great café con leche. Try their croquettes with the garlic bread, my favorite

excellent food and service from girls behind the counter... i've been a customer since 2001... i still get treated like i was family!

It is difficult to find such quality, variety and service as it is found at La Gran Via Bakery on 48th St, Union City NJ... Legitimate Cuban Bakery! The very best in the area and most likely in the state of NJ. The best pastries and cakes as well as most delicious pasteles de carne, croquetas, empanadas, flans, etc... Your celebration will be a success and your guests will be amazed! read more

La Gran Via Bakery - Such delicate design and so delicious! - Bakeries Near Me - Union City, New Jersey

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Definitely one of the best bakeries in New Jersey! I stopped by here on a Sunday morning and it was so busy but in less than two minutes I was attended and in less than 5 minutes I was in and out. The staff is very friendly and have a great attitude. I was able to talk to one of the family members that owns this business and they were very genuine and gave me the history of this bakery, which was very impressive. The empanadas or "pastelitos", as some people call it, were literally the best I have ever had. They were truly full of flavor and stuffed, there was no extra air in the empanadas. The croquetas were so delicious! My mouth just got watery thinking about them, to be honest. I ordered a couple of more pastries but I won't give them away, just know that they will blow your tastebuds away, that's how much I enjoyed them! I think I'm gonna drive out 40 minutes to this bakery once a month... yes, that's how good all their food is! read more

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The PASTELES are excellent, as are the crackers, coffee, and bread ... ... but the pastries are horrible. Ordered a box of "señoritas" (the Cuban version of the French "mille-feuille"). The whole point of this pastry is (a) the creamy, custard filling, and (b) the moist, flaky dough. These people used cheap, overly sweet cake frosting/merengue as the filling, and the dough was so dry I had to wash it down with water. I threw the pastry out and slam dunked the whole box into the trash bin. Never again. Does anyone know of a single Cuban bakery in Hudson County that knows how to make pastries? What the hell happened to all those wonderful Cuban pastries of my childhood? Did I dream them? read more

The absolute best in Cuban bakery's.. Takes me back to my child hood in service and products... a definite throwback... highly recommend ... nothing in the area can compare!!!a must!!! read more

On this last day of 2020, I was in the mood for some empanadas and drove to this establishment in the "hood". Located in Union City, NJ, this Cuban bakery was recommended by one of my family members and my go-to place for delicious pastries. Unfortunately due to lack of street parking, My partner stayed in the car. This place is amazing and reminds me of my childhood. They have so much to choose from and don't forget to get a Cuban coffee or expresso with your desserts. A line can form quick, so try to go at "off times" for no wait -otherwise just be patient & wait as it is well worth the wait! I ended up getting three varieties of their pastries. I got the pastelitos de guava, pastelitos de carne (meat pie) and croquetas de jamón (ham croquettes - Cuban style). I haven't had croquetas in years and was so deliciously awesome and warm. The meat pastilles were a bit salty. The guava pastries were just right and flaky. Amazingly the price was not expensive and came out to only $16. If you are in the area, we highly recommend this place. read more

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Easily the best most authentic Cuban bakery outside of Miami. It's a rarity these days. There croquetas, pastelitos de carne, and pasteles de guayaba are my favorite options but you can't go wrong with anything. Don't forget the cafecito! read more

One of, if not the best Cuban restaurant in Union City. You can't go wrong since everything is authentic, delicious and made consistently. Friendly staff and affordable prices makes this place a go-to. 5/5 read more

Love this bakery!!!! Desserts and fresh bread are made daily and it is soooooo yummy. I've been visiting this location for over 5 years now and it has never disappointed me. Wonderful ladies working the counter and always with a smile. It does get crowded so prepare yourself and be patient, the results of eating their stuff is worth the wait. Prices are super reasonable. I wish they had a bakery like this close to Fort Lee, NJ. read more

A Love The coconete is delicious full of coconut ginger flavor and dessert very good

Not to many more of these places left. This is my favorite of them in jersey. I live in Queens and I'd I'm ever traveling through here this is a must stop on the way home. Queens should be ashamed of itself for not having a Cuban bakery worth a lick. Stop by it a must read more

Old school bakery with some really good items and not pricy at all. It can get very busy especially during holidays and the wait time on line can get overwhelming but the wait is worth it. Guava pastries are a go to! read more

Pastelitos de carne (ground beef pastries) and croquetas for a party were excellent! We also picked up some guava with cheese pastries that we forgot to order by phone ahead of time. Everything was wonderful. Croquetas were first to go! That tells me that for next party we need to order many more than a small party order ($15) of croquetas. Maybe order twice that many for our group of "comelones". read more

this place is delicious. i wasnt even sure what i was ordering as i was just pointing to random things that looked good but when i got home it was all super good. whenever i go back i go with the that looks good ill point at it method and it has never let me down. ill say as a pro tip being a non spanish speaking person it can get a bit hectic in there and a little tough to order or you might get over looked if you arent bold enough to ask for service when its your turn. by no means do i think they need to speak english for me but just be aware of that if you go in and dont speak spanish. this area is very heavily spanish speaking and while they are always super nice and accommodating to us non spanish speaking folk it can be a bit tough to communicate. with that said ive never had any major issues that would stop me from going back. read more

One of the last authentic Cuban bakeries in Hudson County! :( This place brings back nostalgia and it is always a party to my taste buds when I indulge in their pastelitos, empanadas, bread, cortaditos (expresso), señoritas (custard pastry), croquetas (croquets) and all the other absolutely delicious treats this bakery offers. I hope they do not change any of their recipes and heaven forbid they ever close! Unfortunately, there really aren't too many authentic Cuban bakeries left in Hudson County. If you come during the weekend, be prepared to grab a number and wait your turn! Their products are always worth the wait. I recently had a ham, cheese, croquette hot pressed sandwich on Cuban bread and it took me back to lunch time in high school circa 1986 (ahem). It was warm, toasty, delicious and true comfort food on the go! It always helps when you know exactly what you want but the ladies behind the counter do their best to keep an adequate pace and provide adequate customer service. read more

La Gran Via Bakery - guava and guava and cheese Cuban pastelitos from La Gran Via, Union City, NJ - Bakeries Near Me - Union City, New Jersey

I got the flan and Cuban bread. Very delicious!! Make sure to go early on weekend as it gets very busy.

The best cafè con leche and cuban bread in town. Delicious cake and great price. Highly recommended read more

La Gran Via Bakery - Graduation day - Bakeries Near Me - Union City, New Jersey

I hate fruit pastries or anything sweet with cheese except, of course, for NY style cheesecake. So when one of my coworkers brought in a box from La Gran Via the other day, I politely declined. An hour or so later, my morning protein shake wore off and I was starving. Having to choose between a Nature Valley Granola Bar and one of Jess' pastries, I decided to bite the proverbial bullet and OMG, was I happy I did. There must be 50 bakeries between my house and Union City, perhaps even more. But, like I said, it was phenomenal so last Sunday after getting the car washed, I made the trip. Parking can be a challenge but if you wait long enough a spot should open on the street. Once inside, I felt like I was transported back in time to when I was kid and my mother would take a number and wait inside the Royal Bakery in Fair Lawn. And wait I did as they were pretty much jammed. My Spanish is poor at best but I was able to order 19 of the very same pastries and a cup of coffee. Why 19, you ask? I couldn't remember how to say 20 in Spanish and diez y nueve immediately came to mind. The sweet grandma (abuela) looking woman behind the counter smiled, knowing all too well that I had reached the limit of what I could remember from Senora Shaw's 10th grade Spanish I class. Not being familiar with associated costs and mindful that they might not accept credit cards (they do), I brought $60 and hoped it was enough. The bill for all 19 and a cup of exceptional cafe con leche? $17.50. Wow. I have to say that the other 20 reviewers who all raved about this place were all absolutely correct. Decidedly delicious and definitely old school, this is a destination worthy of a bit of drive time. Fantastic place, wonderful experience and way, way delicious. read more

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Great bakery! Most important is that everything is fresh for there's always a wait time because is full of customers. The pastelitos de carne are the best. read more

The best Cuban bakery in Hudson County and most likely in the state of NJ. The variety of pastries and the quality is truly amazing and their cakes are delicious and beautifully decorated. Even my relatives from upstate New York place their orders for celebrations and holidays. I must also mention that their pastelitos de carne, and croquetas are simply the best. read more

The great thing about Hudson county is that it is filled with fabulous little hallways that bring so much goodness into your soul through something as simple as guava pastry. Be sure to get here with a little patience or a lot of luck to find parking, in case you don't feel free to use the small lot across the street. I have spend the last 25 years coming here nearly every weekend to load up my favorites which include: guava & cheese pastries, beef pastries, cheese pastries, elephant ears, croquetas, flan and tres leches cake. Oh and don't forget to get a nice strong cafe con leche to wash it all down! The best thing about this place is that it is super cheap and super delicious. Think like .30 cent pasteles, .60 cent baguette rolls, yes THAT CHEAP. The ladies behind the counter I don't think know much english, but the pointing method always works, if not make a bilingual friend while your here. Just make sure to bring cash, altough they do take credit, it is a $1 surcharge, which is like 3 pastries! Alright, now head over there already! read more

Ordered empanadas and Cubano s for an event... everything was amazing.... Authentic Cubano... this place is a gem... will definitely b returning read more

I ordered croquetas for my daughters birthday , this was my first time trying this place as I heard so many good things , the price was ok but I got why I paid for . The croquetas were burnt hard cold and hardly nothing inside! I also ordered the little Cuban ham spread sandwiches " were so small and hardly nothing inside as well with not a good taste read more

Wonderful neighborhood treasure! Fantastic desserts and incredible prices. Another reason why Union City is a great place to live.

This place is so so tiny. Literally the size of someone's bedroom. Go ahead and go in and take a number, better take one quick because even at first opening there is already a line out the door. Some get food and some are older gentleman waiting for their cafe con leche. The empanadas are amazing. I've only even had beef empanadas from this spot however, and I believe that those are the only ones they have. The also have a great pork sandwich, it's a Cuban spot after all. They also have pretty good croquets as well. They have a large assortment of pastries and things you can chose from, especially for such a small place. Definitely my go to spot for a quick breakfast on the weekends. read more

La Gran Via Bakery - Bakeries Near Me - Union City, New Jersey

This bakery is my favorite bakery! Hands down, the best authentic cuban cafe con leche. The absolute best pastelitos de carne, y pastelitos de guayaba. The empanadas are made to perfection and the croquetas kind of melt in your mouth. I order bocaditos from here whenever I have a big party. I also like their melted ham and cheese sandwiches but my absolute favorite addiction from this place is the fresh, warm cuban bread. There are different kinds...pan de agua, pan de manteca and others. My favorite is pan cangrejo de manteca. Its cuban bread shaped like over sized croissant (hence why tgey call it pan cangrejo). I eat it plain and dunked in the cafe con leche or toasted with butter, and yes you know it...dunked in the cafe con leche. Yuuuuummmmo! Of course, nothing is perfect. Although this bakery is close to it. The downside is that it crowds easily and you have to make sure to stand your ground and not let others cut you in the line because there is no real order. Also, the pastelitos de guayaba y queso (guava and cheese) are not my favorite. They tend to be a bit harder than I like and are never warm. Other than that, the service is great and I love the quaint ambiance. Its in the heart of Union City where there is a large Cuban population so going there is like taking a trip to the Carribean. The old time Cuban gentlemen chat about local and Cuban politics, and open the doors for the ladies. Then you have the older lady patrons who walk in on Sunday mornings all dolled up to order cafe con leche. I've been going there since I was a child and it always feels like home. And more importantly, the quality never ever fades. WARNING: This bakery is not to be confused with La Gran Via Restaurant, which is awful. See my review of that place for details. read more

possibly my favorite bakery around! i've been going there for breakfast on a weekly basis and i really don't even like breakfast

Cuban pastries....another weakness of mine. From empanadas to guava and cheese pastries this is every person's dream if you share the same taste buds that I do. Union City is known for having so many Latin bakeries especially Cuban bakeries. Traditional pastries include empanadas, croquetas, guava and cheese, flan, and of course cafe con leche! Although as mentioned this area is crawling with so many bakeries La Gran beats all the others. The tiny bakery located on the side street on 48th is always busy and for good reason. The always freshly baked goods are a hit and reasonably priced. My ritual when time allows is getting up early to get a ham and cheese sandwich on cuban bread. For around $20 you can get yourself a little more than a dozens worth of a variety of pastries. If placing a large order for a family party or work event I would call ahead just so that it is ready and you can get a fresh batch. If I had any complaints about the pastries, I find the empanadas to be more oily than others. A small mishap certainly overlooked by the overall greatness of this bakery. read more

Walked in to this place when I was in the area one late Friday afternoon with the hopes of scoring some of their fabled guava and cheese pastries and saw they had some, so I greedily order a bunch. Then I noticed another customer ordering a flan, and figured "why not?" and ordered one as well. My goodness, this flan was one of the yummiest I've had in a good while, and was so happy I had ordered it. The pastries were amazing as well. Can't wait to go back and order the cafe con leche and pan tostado. Legit Latin bakery! read more

Guava and cream cheese pastries are AMAZING. They also have meat filled pastries covered in honey which are also delicious. My bf is a regular here and we are from Boston so that's saying something. Anytime we are in NY or NJ we make the trip to La Gran! read more

What a great place! Their coffee is good, the food is amazing. My dad told me about la.Gran Via and how much he loved their empanadas. Now I have been there a few times and I really love it. Their chicken empanas were tasty and fresh and the croquetas were good too, and it wasn't too greasy. I'm not a fan of sweets but their dulce de leche cortada (I dont know how they call it) feels like home. Also, a Cheesecake for $1.25? Hell yeah. My sister had the caramelized coconut (don't know if that's the name either) and it tasted fresh and delicious. Also, their coffee is pretty good toó. The women working there seemed like they wanted to go home (they were almost closing) but they were nice to us. Anyhow.. I'm definitely forgeting about any diet and coming here again. read more