I went at around 3pm on a Saturday to get some pastries for a friend's gathering and chose this…read morespot due to the proximity to their place and also the reviews online. I am so glad I went! The pastries get freshly filled with filling upon your order, and they box it up so nicely! There are aeating benches for you to sit and wait for your order, which didn't take too long. I got 3 cannolis, 2 cream puffs, and 2 cookies (I got the last chocolate cookie of the day). Service was friendly and quick as well, only took about 10ish minutes! Everything tasted amazing! And best thing about them was that it was not too overly sweet! It was the perfect amount that makes me want to keep tasting more. The cookies especially were so satisfying and soft and I loved how everything was quite decent sized as well! I will definitely be coming back!

Stevie K Certified Legit AF! This place is so phenomenal. I only get down to Apex occasionally…read morefor work and even more rare to be there on a Saturday or Sunday (the only days they're open). So when I am, I always stop by. The pastries are the best I've ever had. I am a lobster tail junkie. Whenever I'm in NY or Philly, I seek out the best. I've been to several famous Italian bakeries in these cities and never found one as good as Utica Bakery in Apex. It's world class. Just look at the cannoli cream and pistachio cream stuffing those bad boys. Their savory foods are equally as impressive. This stuffed bread with meatballs and Parmesan was excellent and I love their tomato pie (not pictured), which I have had in the past. Everything here is outstanding! If you're anywhere close on a weekend, get there asap.

I was so excited to see another Italian bakery in the area when Cranky Yankee opened. It is a cute…read morelittle shop right in the heart of Apex. This is our 2nd visit here...First time was when they first opened so thought I'd give them some grace as they work through the new business glitches. I honestly don't recall much of the items that we bought so am giving them another go. First, none of the items in the bakery cases were labeled. Had to ask the staff what each & every item was. Labeling them would be far more efficient and helpful for everyone. Second, the appearance of the bakery items weren't very professional/ esthetic looking compared to other bakeries that I've been. Not a big deal to me since taste is first & foremost most important however, a pretty pastry definitely makes an impression on the eyes. We bought a couple of items to try. The lemon olive oil cake with pistachio sounded delish. Have had other olive oils cakes before & it was always moist & flavorful. This one was dry & crumbly. The flavors were there but how could an olive oil cake be dry?!?! The vegan banana walnut cake with chocolate sounded amazing. It too was very dry and very very dense...so dense that we had to use effort to push a fork through. What this tells me was that the items have been sitting for a long while & haven't sold. There's no excuse why these 2 items were not quality checked and still left for sale. In all honestly, these were not calorie worthy enough for me to give them another go.

THANK YOU to the owner for making my Moms Mothers Day special. THANK YOU for the yellow rose - so…read moresweet!! This is such a unique, organic business. We realized today how lucky we are to live so close by to stop in again and again. Authentic bakery! We will be back soon. LOVE the cupcakes, crumpet cake, VEGAN carrot cake and gluten free options. With Love, Your newest forever fans and loud but proud "cranky Yankees"

My daughter and I loved Sweet Talk. To start, the ambiance was adorable and very calm, with a very…read morecozy coffee shop-esque feel. Jasmine provided excellent service! We ordered the honey garlic toast, which was so tasty. The cheese was melted to perfection and the bread was fluffy, with the chopped nuts, honey, and herbs being a very nice touch. The drinks were amazing--we ordered the lychee lemonade and iced lavender latte. One of their menu items is enough for two people's snack. This place was awesome, we'll be coming again!! If you are looking for a place to chitchat, work, planning a business and/or just day dreaming, Sweet Talk is your place!

While it's not for me it may be for someone else. The staff was dull and not great with…read morerecommendations and the food wasn't great. All the tables were dirty but my company with a friend was great.

Delicious desserts and a great atmosphere. I have so many good memories of walking here as a kid…read morewith my sisters and picking a dessert out of the pastry case. We still like going here today and the desserts have always held up as some of the best in Cary. Definitely a hidden gem!

As always, Once in a Blue Moon Bakery in Cary did an outstanding job …read more We ordered a wild flower themed tiered cakes for my daughter's baby shower and they outdid themselves with the cake and their service. Not only was it beautiful, making it a focal point in the room. It was delicious . Thank you Lilly and Leanna for another wonderful experience!

Lots of seating options! Everything here is great! Follow their social media to see their daily…read morefoods available! Their apple chaider is my favorite non coffee option and the cherry chip was a great coffee. Their donuts are amazing and I love the wookie and magic bar.

Stopped here before heading into Raleigh downtown to meet some friends. A very colorful shop in the…read moremiddle of Apex that was very inviting. It looked like it was getting some attention from the church next door that was hosting a kids event so gave it a try. I went with orders of the crumble cake, the pound cake, and a chocolate chip and Oreo cookie. The pound cake was terrific. Had a very homemade style to it. I really loved the crumble cake, which was mouth watering when warmed up. Highly recommend this place for anyone with a sweet tooth.

Amazing coffee and even better service! I was greeted by Suhail, and Zaid made my coffee perfectly…read more The baked coconut cake was next level, easily one of the highlights. Everything was top-notch overall. Definitely recommend checking Asali out if you're in the area!

Asali Desserts & Cafe is a Middle Eastern cafe that serves baked goods and drinks. The inside is…read morefairly spacious and modernly decorated. They have so many pastries to choose from, ranging from macarons to cakes. They also have a small brunch menu. The service was fine and the items came out quickly. I got the Hazelnut Cheesecake Mousse and Breakfast Croissant. The Hazelnut Cheesecake Mousse had a stick blue fondant above it, which I think was mostly used for decor. I did not like it a lot so we took it off and it made the cake taste a lot better. There were not super strong hints of the cheesecake flavor, but it tasted fine. I wish the Breakfast Croissant had a type of meat in it, but it was still good. The croissant was very buttery and large. I would probably rate this spot a 3.5/5 stars if I could. The food I got did not impress me too much, but I would love to give them another shot and try their other pastries.

Stopped by La Farm Bakery on NW Cary Parkway in the afternoon for some snacks, and it was hard not…read moreto want to take home half the store! The space is spacious and inviting, with plenty of freshly baked bread, pastries, and other tempting goodies on display. We ordered two items: Poulet au Fromage ($16.90) -- Focaccia loaded with herb-roasted chicken, cheddar cheese, Applewood bacon, tomato, and herb mayo. This sandwich was plentiful, flavorful, and seriously satisfying. Every bite was packed with delicious ingredients! Chocolate Almond Croissant ($6.31) -- Belgian chocolate and almond fondant wrapped inside a wonderfully flaky croissant and topped with roasted almonds. This was an absolute treat. The Chocolate Almond Croissant is simply to die for! While enjoying our food, I couldn't help eyeing the scones, along with their beer and wine selection. Clearly, I'll need several return visits to work my way through everything that caught my attention.

Been coming here off and on for a couple years and will never return. This establishment should be…read moreashamed of itself. I am from Beverly Hills and I have never seen a restaurant be more out of touch in pricing. They are contributing to a class divide that is common in third world countries. If they are going to charge prices more than luxury restaurants in luxury areas they should probably clean up a lot more. Tables are filthy, they serve you with PLASTIC FORKS and the lines are atrocious bc they are understaffed. This place is a joke.

The coffee is amazing here and reasonably priced. It's a nice gem to Apex because of the lack of…read morecoffee shops in the area. They're always consistent and have the friendliest faces everytime I order.

I had a yummy latte here last week. They offer a nice variety of beverages, as well as different…read moremilks and sugar-free syrup options too. The service was quick, to boot. Very cute decor, as well.

Such a great addition- new owner. Love the torta bread, when…read morewe arrived they were taking out the fresh bread and the bakery smelled great. Only complaint is the business hours fluctuate but when they are open-stop by and treat yourself to authentic Mexican bread.

Cozy neighborhood café-bakery with a sprawling chalkboard menu and a pastry case that's hard to…read morewalk past. I went savory: a chicken salad croissant (flaky, generously filled, with a side of bow-tie pasta salad and a creamy poppyseed slaw) and a pressed caprese-style panini with tomato, mozzarella, and basil grilled to a deep golden crisp. Both solid, satisfying lunches. On the drinks, the cold brew made with Joe Van Gogh beans was great--smooth and well-balanced. The iced café au lait was acceptable, nothing memorable but it did the job. The bakery case alone is worth a stop: cannoli, cranberry almond muffins, strawberry streusel coffee cake, cinnamon rolls, brownies, and a rack of croissants. Friendly counter service and a comfortable spot whether you're grabbing a quick bite or lingering with a coffee. Worth a return visit. Prices are very reasonable.

I was looking for a place to read a book while enjoying breakfast. This place hit the mark. I…read moreoriginally looked into Pineapple Sol but I could get the same thing here for literally 1/3 the price!! I had an egg and cheese with turkey bacon on a croissant. The croissant was flaky and the food was fresh. I opted to sit outside before it got too hot. Awesome outdoor seating. Staff is friendly and food came out quickly.