No line!! I was bracing myself to wait in at least a 30 min line, but nope! No line at all! If any of the Big Three Cannoli places were in AZ, I would be a very happy girl. All of them outdo a place called Sicilian Baker (quality, size, and price). Fyi / pro top - if you're like me and can eat cannoli cream by the spoonful, they will sell you a cup of cannoli cream for the price of a regular size cannoli! read more

Mike's Pastry - Ask! They can do a cup of just cannoli cream! - Bakeries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

I read the reviews and expected poor customer service but the lady helping us was very patient and friendly. However, I did see a lady next to her that others may have referenced. Several lines going at once, so you just got to hop into one. Pretty overwhelming if you don't have a general idea of what you want. Place was tight with the amount of people of course, but definitely delicious cannoli's! Depending on your taste you might want a few if your anything like me who likes variety. By far, my favorite was the lemon. read more

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The line for Mike's was insanely long, but we had to try it. We waited for a total of 45 minutes and it was when we got inside that the line suddenly slowed down. There were 6-7 lines full of people and it made the area unbearably hot. When we finally got to the front, we ordered the chocolate dipped cannoli and pistachio cannoli. The chocolate dipped cannoli was a tasty classic cannoli with a delicious chocolate shell. We enjoyed the pistachio cannoli more since it had more flavor but was a tad bit sweeter. I think the ricotta texture of the filling threw me off a bit but it was still an enjoyable dessert. Remember to bring cash! read more

Mike's Pastry - Bakeries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Arguably the most popular bakery in Boston and for good reason. A big selection of so many baked goods and everything was delicious. If you like baked goods, there is something for everyone. Despite the lines, the counter people work quickly to get your orders in and to keep the lines moving. What is holding me off from giving it a five is that not only our service woman but the others as well, were.... not friendly whatsoever. Customer service training wouldn't hurt. read more

Mike's Pastry - Strawberry Donut - Bakeries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

CASH ONLY. 8a-10pm daily. That should be the only words you need to read in my review because you already know about their cannoli and other decadent desserts. I'm surprised Mikes and Modern are still cash only. Who still carries that much cash in their wallet? Not me! The line was out the door/ridiculous on a Saturday night, so the next morning it was 17 degrees & I didn't want to walk in the cold, so I ordered DoorDash to my hotel and used my credit card. I don't really understand why everyone loves cannolis. read more

Mike's Pastry - Door Dash cannoli - Bakeries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Cash only here and be ready to order when it is your turn. When I stopped in, the line wasn't very long and I had my order ready when it was my time. There are so many different options but I went with the chocolate chip cannoli and an Oreo cannoli. They were both amazing! It was fun to watch the workers grab the string from the fixtures above them, all about efficiency! The rivalry between this place and Modern Pastry is real. We did try both and I have to say, I liked Mike's Pastry best. read more

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Well deserved hype. You have to get a cannoli! They are the best in Boston hands down. I went to the North End location on a recent trip to Boston. I got a chocolate chip cookie for later and a cannoli to eat while walking around the north end. Hot tip: this is a CASH ONLY place so plan ahead and bring cash with you! The chocolate chip cannoli was scrumptious, rich, decadent without being too much. So good! I got mine with a healthy dusting of powdered sugar. The vibe of Mike's is family-owned business that friendly while also not wasting time on fancy decor. They are all about the pastries! There is no seating inside, it's standing room only to accommodate busy days. So plan to take it to go. read more

Mike's Pastry - Cannoli - Chocolate Chip - Bakeries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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My favorite place in Boston! I love Mike's pastry. Their cannolis are outstanding. The chocolate mousse is very decadent. Be advised they accept cash only and the line can sometimes be very long, but definitely worth the wait! read more

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Delicious place, the lines are huge but the staff is really fast, i spend like 20 minutes in the store, not bad I think. Their cannolis are just the best! I tried the ricotta pie and honestly I didn't like it but they have a huge selection of pastries and something that I didn't spect and not like was that they just charge in cash. read more

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Tourists and locals alike walk around Boston sporting their pastry haul from Mike's in their infamous blue and white box. Always crowded and a plethora of desserts- don't know what to choose? Get their famous canollis. Friendly staff and lots of space to think about what to get! There is a/c so you will be comfortable in the store. Enjoy the wicked pastries at Mike's. They also have one at TD Garden read more

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Definitely a tourist spot. We waited in line forever for dessert. I was ok with it since I didn't want to leave the city without trying a popular hot spot, and it was my birthday so I needed cake. I got a chocolate cake which was delicious and had to try the tiramisu. Sadly I've had better tiramisu, but the cake was delicious. It's nothing that should be THAT wrapped with people. Bovas is just as good, if not better, and there is no line. Do try them if you are in the area though! But BEWARE this is a cash ONLY establishment. read more

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I'm not a Boston local- but our friends recommended that we check out Mikes. I was a bit skeptical- Living in Bayridge Brooklyn- we have alot of Cannoli options. The line was ridiculous and I don't usually wait for food. Its cash only as others say. But overall the line moved quickly and I don't think there would be as much of a line if there was a better partitioning system inside the bakery. The menu is extensive. I came to try cannoli and had more options than I knew what to do with. The temptation of all of the other baked goods was also strong. Everything looked delicious and what we ordered did not disappoint. read more

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We got a lobster tail, Boston cream pie, and a ricotta cannoli. Everything was good. The line was long and disorganized. We stood in line for about 20 minutes outside the shop and another 15 minutes inside, when we got to the threshold of the door, people behind us, went into another line and got ahead of us and looked over at us and smiled. It was fine but they should organize their waiting lines. Service was good. The inside appeared clean. I don't need to go back, just wanted to try it once. read more

We tried Mike's and modern pastry. From Mike's we got the amaretto cannolli, red velvet cupcake, and cherry danish. Mike's is nicer, better service, and better food in my opinion. Would absolutely recommend this place & they have photos of their HUGE cannolli sections across the top of the shop! read more

Tried the legendary Mike's Pastry when visiting Boston earlier this summer. Of course we'd heard the debate between Mike's and Modern, so we had to try for ourselves! Absolutely delicious! I had a vanilla cream cannoli with chocolate sprinkles. It was so rich that I couldn't finish, but oh so good! read more

Crazy line inside and outside, but as you can see the cannolis are so good, I couldn't get a photo before eating half of mine. Worth the wait, in my opinion! Their other dessert items are great too! read more

Mike's Pastry - Espresso cannoli - Bakeries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Mike's Pastry serves the freshest cannolis! The inside is bright white, clean, and colorful with the beautiful pastries displayed all over that they serve up. The line was almost to the intersection but moves quite quickly! Today we purchased 1 choc mint, 1 choc chip, 1 choc mousse, 1 pistachio, 1 pumpkin spice and 1 amaretto. Each cannoli was rich, extremely creamy and delicious with just the right amount of sweetness. My husband's fav was the pistachio, mine was the amaretto, my sons the mint chocolate chip. read more

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love mikes for their cannolis, they are. cash only so bring some when you come. their original is good and travels well as long as you keep them cold, or else it'll get soggy. read more

Lots of choices! Went with the Chocolate Chip cannoli (their most popular flavor) and Boston Creme pie. Their cannolis are huge. Great pastry texture, easy to eat on the go. Cream was light, not too sweet. Pie slice was also huge and it was so good. I loved the cake layers and the creme with the chocolate frosting. Both are big enough to share. It was busy but the service was quick and efficient. You pay cash only. They tie your pastry boxes with string so you can walk through the city holding it like a shopping bag. Don't forget to pick up utensils and napkins. Thank you Mike's Pastry! read more

Mike's Pastry - Boston Cream Pie Slice & Chocolate Chip Cannoli - Bakeries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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Line moves fast! A must try! Delicious and decadent- not too sweet. Lots of options but I stayed more traditional. read more

Mike's Pastry - Ricotta, pistachio and choc chip - Bakeries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Pastries are outstanding if you can get in the door. Was there last evening. It was packed. Six separate lines. Each from the counter to out the door.worth the wait if you have time read more

There were tons of positive reviews for here, but overall, I felt that their cannolis were just OK. The filling tasted sweeter than the cannolis I grew up eating. I also ordered a pistachio one, and the only pistachio flavor came from the crushed pistachios on the ends of the pastry. There was nothing on the inside to give it that flavor. This was a little bit frustrating considering you pay extra for a flavored cannoli. I think that this is a fun place to stop and try, but there are other bakeries that have better cannolis in my opinion. read more

Mike's Pastry - Bakeries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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If you're in Boston's North End and craving something sweet, Mike's Pastry is an absolute must! We stopped by for dessert, and everything was delicious. Yes, the line can be long, but don't let that scare you--it moves fast, and trust me, it's worth the wait! Just a heads-up: they only take cash, so be sure to hit an ATM beforehand. We tried the cannoli, whoopie pie, and cupcakes, and every bite was fantastic! The cannoli were perfectly crisp with rich, creamy filling, the whoopie pie was soft and decadent, and the cupcakes were just the right balance of sweet and moist. Next time, we're definitely trying one of their famous lobster tails! One thing we did notice is that staff handle food without gloves. It would be great to see them wear gloves and also separate who is handling cash from who is handling food for better hygiene. That said, if you love classic Italian pastries, Mike's Pastry is still a must-visit! We'll be back for sure! read more

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What can I saw that hasn't already been said? The pastries here are good. We had a cannoli, chocolate lobster tail, raspberry twist, and a piece of Boston creme pie. All of these pastries were so good and fresh. I would recommend this for anyone wanting some good pasties. read more

CASH ONLY We had a chocolate fudge cake slice and a strawberry cheesecake. Neither were remarkable. The fudge cake tasted like way too much sugar. The cheesecake was the equivalent of a frozen cheesecake from the grocery store. Overall, not worth the visit. read more

A coworker recommended Mike's while I was out to dinner and after checking their hours, I decided to head over there about 9 pm and it was still very busy. The store was full, but the lines move quickly when folks know what they want. Obviously for many, that choice is their famous cannoli, in many different flavors. It's the variety of flavors that wowed me, but I chose to keep it simple with chocolate chip. Unfortunately with my schedule I decided to only get the one, but I was impressed and would certainly go back for the experience and to try other flavors. read more

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I had to visit one of the most well known pastry shops in Boston. Inside is a large room with display shelves of pastries. On the back wall is enlarged pictures of each cannoli they have available, as those aren't displayed but kept in the back. The storefront is cash only, but you can place pickup or delivery orders through UberEats and DoorDash. Once you order, they're pretty quick to wrap and package up your items and move on to the next customer. I ordered the large peanut butter cookie dipped in chocolate and the pistachio cannoli. I'm not a fan of peanut butter flavored treats, but the peanut butter wasn't overwhelming and the bit of chocolate was heavenly. The pistachio cannoli was very sweet, but super good. They are also quite large so be prepared for a lot of cannoli filling. I'm excited to return and try the Boston cream puff and black & white cookie. read more

Mike's Pastry - Large Peanutbutter Dipped Cookie and a Pistachio Cannoli - Bakeries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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" Mikes Pastry is everything Boston " Born and raised in Boston. I can remember as a kid , coming to mikes Pastry. Like a grown adult , my inner child lights up at the mention of " Mikes Pastry ". If you're a full Bostonian like myself or a tourist. This place is a Boston staple you must try . The service is good and staff is friendly. The vibe is welcoming. Parking is difficult but manageable if your patient. read more

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Located in Boston's North End a hop, skip, and jump away from their cannoli competition, this bakery seemed to be much busier (by sheer volume of people) than Modern. You could see the throngs of people piling in as you approach the storefront. As soon as you enter, you are met with a sea of people waiting in makeshift lines. Pick one and cross your fingers it's a swift moving one. The problem with the many lines and large quantity of people in this set up is that you have a while in line before you can see the pastry items available and cannoli options. With that said, you have people getting up front that may take longer to decide instead of being ready to go because they've had plenty of time to decide. With that said, the line moves relatively swiftly. They have quite a cannoli selection (see photos above the menu board across the wall) but doesn't seem quite as customizable as Modern's. I opted to try their lace cookie shell (Florentine) cannoli which came with traditional cream and chocolate chips. I also wanted to try their lobster tail to compare it to Modern's but it didn't look nearly as amazing so I got a Boston cream doughnut (puff). The Florentine was interesting and had great potential but the shell seemed a bit more chewy (lacey) than it should be for a cannoli which made it a little messy to eat. The star though was definitely the Boston Cream doughnut. It was light and fluffy filled with smooth flavorful cream that I could have eaten at least 2 of! Reminder they are CASH ONLY, plan accordingly. read more

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I love cash only places because it brings back the ability to not worry about cards and payment methods; cash is king. However, it is Boston and people are rude so while you are waiting people jump in line and it does make it annoying. Numerous lines, but nobody really follows lines. However, the canolli is delicious. We only bought one because they are rather large. I don't like chocolate, so I was glad to see they had a variety of non-chocolate flavors. The pistachios were light and chewy. The canolli itself was crispy without being too soft. The filling was sweet and thick without being overly rich. I'd go back again when we go to Boston. read more

Mike's Pastry - Pistachio - Bakeries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

The most expensive cannoli I've ever had but also the best one I've ever had. I got the pistachio one and it was delicious. I didn't think it was too sweet, which is a plus for me. I think I paid around $6-7 for one cannoli, but they are big! Again, best cannoli I've ever had. A must when in Boston. Highly recommended. *Cash Only* read more

Mike's Pastry - Pistachio Cannoli - Bakeries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

Holy cow. Everything in here looked wonderful, we didn't even know where to start. Between two of us we ended up splitting a chocolate cannoli. It was DIVINE. Even in the heat of summer I munched that cannoli down in minutes. Amazing. Not too sweet of filling which made it really enjoyable. Definitely worth the wait. read more

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When I told friends and coworkers I was coming to Boston, every person told me I had to try Mike's Pastry. I now see why! We were lucky and did not have to wait in line, I heard sometimes it can get long but worth the wait. Remember it is cash only here but definitely worth checking out when in Boston ! read more

Mike's Pastry - Pistachio Cannoli Chocolate Chip Cannoli - Bakeries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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So good! As a New Yorker who grew up surrounded by amazing Italian pastries my standards are quite high. I can confidently say the Pignoli cookies and pistachio macaroons from Mikes were the best I have had outside of NYC and Italy. Each cookie was perfectly soft and the flavors were on point. I would recommend Mikes to anyone in search of a quality Italian pastry in Boston. read more

Mike's Pastry - Pignoli cookie & pistachio Macaroon - Bakeries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

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There was no organization for waiting lines inside. People just standing there waiting for the staff to call "next", but we really don't know what to order when there were people in front of us blocking the view. I got an Oreo cheesecake to go, it tasted good. The staff was friendly but could seem a little tired in the late afternoon. read more

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3.5 CASH ONLY We visited Boston the past weekend. Post dinner we decided to get cannoli. you have 3 options, This place, Modern or Bova's. We decided this place through video recommendations and yelp. The line was long, as expected due to the popularity. It took roughly 15-25 min. We got the amaretto and the chocolate chip cannoli. Waited until we got back to our hotel to try it. Between the two, I did prefer the amaretto only because I love toast almonds and the filling had amaretto flavored filling. The filling was good, but it was too sweet for our liking. The cannoli shell was crisped and had a satisfying crunch to it. No dining / seating area. just grab and go. No bathroom. As tourists, we were glad to have tried it since it's a staple but honestly, I thought they were average cannoli. I thought they were alright. Maybe I'm just not into cannoli? They were too sweet to finish in one sitting, so we did have a fridge to store it overnight. That helped with the initiate sweetness level which was tolerable. There are many flavors to choose from so I know I can't base my review on one visit & only trying 2 out of how many Cannoli's they offer, but as a visitor, this was my first impression. read more

Mike's Pastry - Bakeries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts

You can't go wrong with a cannoli, usually. We had the chocolate ricotta and the traditional. The line was long, but moved fairly quickly. Shells were filled fresh. Staff were less than cheerful, but got the job done. Cash only. The verdict: chocolate ricotta was too sweet, but tasted like cold hot chocolate, so that was fun! The traditional was a bit runny which made it messy. I guess I have to try more to find the best one! read more

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UNREAL cannolis. I'll never enjoy another one. It was so big, price was reasonable, perfectly sweet, creamy, and packed full of flavor. Service was quick, staff was friendly, it is cash only though! I could get everything here. It all looked delicious! Inside was quiet, and plenty of spots to take photos! Nice and warm too if it's cold out. read more

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ABSOLUTELY AMAZING This was my first time trying a cannoli and what better is to have an Italian dish by having it authentically? These were amazing and an easy 5 star! read more

Another absolute must when in Boston, specifically the North End. No trip is complete without a visit here. read more

Mike's Pastry - Got three cannolis but couldn't wait to dive in before taking a picture - Bakeries Near Me - Boston, Massachusetts