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Since we were in Cambridge today and my sister-in-law wanted to try a cannoli, we opted to go to Mike's Pastry (this is an offshoot of the original in North End Boston). Very friendly staff, easy to read menu largely on one wall, not crowded and easy to order. Clean and bright inside with about 4 counter seats by the window. We ordered one each of espresso, lemon, and pistachio cannolis, walked around the corner and sat in a cool alley with a bench to enjoy them. The cream is very rich, sweet (2/3 would be enough! Very generous). The pastry is crispy and breaks easily when you bite into it (the paper is helpful to hold it together). Glad we came!
I hate writing this review with 1 star because I used to love Mikes!!! We got the Dubai chocolate cannoli and a slice of mousse cake. The cannoli was quite literally inedible. It tasted like pure cardboard with the texture of paper mache. I honestly was so disappointed with it. My partner got the mousse cake which was sour and bitter. I'm not sure what happened but we used to always love whatever we got from here. Super unfortunate.
Visiting Mike's Pastry in Harvard Square is the perfect way to get their pastries (that taste as good as the original) without the insane lines. The staff here are always so friendly and efficient. While their cannolis are rather expensive ($7-$10 for 1) it does make your day 200% better when you get one of their sweet treats. Their Chocolate Chip Cannolis and Amaretto Cannolis are my favorites! Their cannoli cream is always fresh & smooth while their shells are perfectly crispy. The variety of flavors is amazing. What's not to like?
Mint chocolate cannoli. All I have to say. This location was a lot quieter than the one in little Italy which was nice! Open late, fast service! Crispy on the outside , creamy on the inside. So many flavor options!
Really awesome selection of deserts. I don't think there's anything there that didn't look good. Service was great. Ambiance was very casual and more of a to-go spot.
Mike's is one of the representative chain pastries in the Boston area. However, its overwhelming sweetness was totally a disaster to my Chinese/ Cantonese appetite. Pistachio Cannoli: One of the signature products. To be frank, this cannoli was well baked, with incredibly crunchy dough shell which easily fell apart under a bite, and brimming thick ricotta cheese with a slight hint of lemon or orange zest's citrusy tanginess and fragrance. However, the cheese was ridiculously cloyingly sickly SWEET I had never tasted before, so that I could only persist to half of one. Maybe it suits American taste buds more. Tiramisu: I saw recommendations on the China's food reviewing platform Dazhong Dianping大众点评, but this piece of cake had actually nothing to do with the authentic Italian Tiramisu. As was shown in cannoli, EVERYTHING inside was sweetened, while I couldn't taste any hint of cocoa's bitterness or Rum's fragrance. As a dessert lover, I fell into deep depression and confusion. The only ingredient slightly better was the caramel cream on top, providing more layers of flavor.
Cupcake was yummy, Boston Creme Pie was not good to me, Chocolate Chip Cannoli was a game changer. Absolutely amazing, no complaints. The inside wasn't busy, lots of options to choose from and an entire wall of cannoli options to select from. Will return!
This is primarily a bakery for take-out. I had heard that the bakery is known for its cannoli. There were cakes and cookies displayed but no cannolis. After we placed the order for the cannoli, the cannoli shell is filled in the kitchen and then packed. They are just enormous, so be prepared. We got the amaretto and a pistachio cannoli. We liked the amaretto cannoli more and usually my preference would be pistachio. My personal preference is for a regular size cannoli. The two cannoli came to $15! So pretty pricey imo.
Incredible cannoli place! They have a wide variety of filling options to choose from, as well as pastry shells in vanilla and chocolate covered. I ordered the Nutella cannoli and it was delicious! First of all, they make giant cannolis that are very filling so you only need to order one. The pastry shell is baked crispy but doesn't messily crumble when you take a bite, plus has a ton of flavor. Then the filling is delicious, stealing the show with a creamy and sugary taste that fills your sweet tooth. I didn't think the Nutella cream tasted overly like Nutella, more like chocolate cream cheese with a hint of hazelnut, but was still delicious. They even add powder sugar sprinkled on top. Definitely a go-to stop in Boston!
As my first time to Boston, stopping at Mike's pastry was a have to. The line went pretty quickly, and the employees were very fast and efficient at getting everyone their order. They had a large selection with many different flavor, choices and combinations. I have to say my expectations were quite high, but I wasn't as impressed as I was expecting to be. For me, it was too much filling and too sweet. But my friends absolutely loved theirs so maybe a different flavor for me would be the trick. Overall, I would still go back again and it's absolutely worth a stop! Parking would have definitely been difficult however I walked from my hotel so it wasn't too difficult for me. Parking in Boston is just difficult in general so that's to be expected. But even if you try to park it's still worth it.
Came in here very last minute. They were packing up, so glad I got to grab a cannoli. You can tell it was fresh. Great to grab and pickup, not really a place I'd sit in though.
I'd never been to this location before. I've only been to the one in the North End previously. Service was fast and lovely. There was only one other customer in the entire store. We got lobster tail, fudge brownie, a tiramisu slice, and strawberry cheesecake. The lobster tail were not as crisp as I might have hoped but the tiramisu and the strawberry cheesecake were absolutely on point. Parking was also ridiculously easy. We got a spot right across the street and we were in and out in less than 15 minutes. We will definitely be returning to this location
This was my first time trying a cannoli, and maybe I just picked the wrong flavor, but I didn't enjoy it at all. I always see a line at Mike's Pastry, so when I finally caught it empty, I decided to give it a try. Unfortunately, it was way too sweet for me and nothing about it really stood out. I'd pick Beard Papa's over this any day.
3 years ago
Definitely a must go to as well as take out souvenir when your visiting the city. After reading all the raving reviews as well as from friend's suggestion, Mike's lived up to its hype. I personally got their pistachio and almond canoli with ricotta filling and it was heavenly. The crust is crisp and the ricotta was so delicious and not overwhelmingly sweet. I didn't have room to try their Boston cream pie but it looked delicious. Be prepared to wait in line especially on weekends or after work hours during the week. Make sure you bring cash as it is cash only. Overall, after trying other bakeries in the area including Modern and Bossa, I say my Personal favorite for cannolis is Mikes Pastry. Make sure to swing by and get to go for family and friends to share! read more
4 years ago
Heard a tip that this location offered the same famous cannolis without around-the-corner lines. We were helped immediately and the chocolate chip cannoli was on point! read more
4 years ago
Come for the cannolis, marvel at the rest of the goodies. Big selection of cannolis (nut-free!) and reasonably priced ($5). Good amount of filling and have a nice crunch to them. The Boston cream puffs are also quite delectable - fluffy with sweet and icy chocolate top crust. Bread is flaky and firm. Always worth stopping by when in the area! read more
Had my first-ever cannoli experience here while visiting the Harvard Square area. It was pretty empty and this is definitely a smaller branch, so I was able to enjoy the cannoli's more. We decided to order three: Florentine, the Pistachio, and the Mint chocolate one. I personally don't like mint, and according to my bf, the mint one was "too minty" and his least favorite of the three. I thought the Florentine had a super nice exterior, as it was super sweet and crunchy. I would definitely split this with someone though -- it is much larger and sweeter than other cannoli's. I loved the mini chocolate chips too! The pistachio one was also good, but there wasn't much pistachio flavor aside from the crushed pistachio on the ends of the cannoli. I much preferred the outside shell on these ones more. The ricotta cream in both the pistachio and the Florentine were to die for.. it's lightly sweet and not heavy/too oily tasting at all, which is something I like in desserts that do involve dairy. I'd recommend Mike's Pastry for sure, and this location as well (since it's less crowded than the North End location). I already miss the cannoli's! read more
9 years ago
While I do agree that the Mike's Pastry in North End is amazing, the one here in Cambridge is also pretty great! This Mike's Pastry is easy to miss by its location, but I do recommend stopping in one day! It's located right around the corner from The Garage near an oyster restaurant. The cannoli is to die for. It's a good treat to have once in a while. The chocolate chips and filling aren't overbearing at all, and it's a perfectly classic crunch of sweetness. I also tried the Florentine, and that was a bit too sweet for me so I like sticking with the classic. The prices are also unbeatable for Boston pastries! $2.50 for a fulfilling Ricotta Pie? Yes, please! I also recommend a slice of that as well! Thanks MP!!! read more
7 years ago
How happy I was to find this location! The same pastries as the North End only with a fraction of the line around the block. They have a great variety of cakes and pastries but, always grab a cannoli since they are the best. I have even frozen them for the flight home (6 hours) and they were just as amazing. Just freeze and allow to defrost in the fridge. Mu two favorites are the nutella and the hazelnut but I have tried the vanilla, chocolate and several others...I am not sure they know how to make a bad one. read more
They accept cards here! It's a smaller shop and a little off from the main street so there's less foot traffic and even though there are like 4 seats, there is a high chance you can actually get a seat. But I think one time, I was given a cannoli where the ricotta was going bad. I've never had a bad experience here. It's open pretty late too. read more
3 years ago
9 years ago
2.5* Does not live up to the hype for me personally. If you ever visit Boston you would have heard about Mikes Pastry in North end ( Italian district). I tried it many years ago and remember it being better somehow ! Maybe it's because I tried it at the original bakery, not sure. When I heard Mikes opened near Harvard Square I had to go try it. The lines are long and the crowds are patiently waiting for a taste which indicates that the quality is still on point! The menu is painted on the wall behind the cash register and the sweets are on display as well. They have a wide range of sweet treats like cheesecakes, cookies, etc and some seasonal specials like pumpkin goodies, etc. After waiting for around 25mins we finally got the classic cannoli( yellow cream, $3.50 each ) Firstly it was huge so sharing is a good option. The cannoli itself was not bad but was a little on the sweeter side. The yellow cream had a distinctive egg flavour which I personally am not a fan of. The pastry crust was flaky and fresh so that was nice. Overall I felt the sweetness and eggy smell overpowered my experience and I did not have the fan reaction I was expected to have. 3/10 I heard that the chocolate cannoli is the most popular but I wanted to try the original because Fusion flavours are not where it all started. The staff was very friendly so that's a big plus and the space is nice but better for take out and not to hang out. Note: They have a bathroom in the back and the location is very accessible form the Harvard Square T stop. Unfortunately I was not a fan and might not be team cannoli any more! read more
3 years ago
Great cannolis and no line! I got the chocolate chip and hazelnut cannolis and both were great. I did prefer the hazelnut one more just because it was so different compared to anything I've had before. Next time I want to try some of their other pastries too because those look amazing as well. read more
4 years ago
They make really nice carrot cake, though the cake slices vary in size which is sometimes frustrating when you're paying the same amount for a smaller piece. The place is frequently visited by tourists and can get busy but the wait is never too long. Staff is always nice and the desserts are consistent! read more
8 years ago
My boyfriend and I had planned on visiting Mike's Pastry located on the North End, but while exploring Harvard Square, we stumbled upon this location. I've heard it's packed and crowded at their North End location, but this location isn't. We were able to place our order right when we came in, and grabbed two seats in the front by the windows. We ordered two cannolis, their chocolate chip and pistachio. Each cannoli cost us $4, which seems pricey at first glance, but one cannoli can be shared between two people. For the size of the cannoli, the $4 price tag is pretty reasonable. We both preferred the Chocolate chip over the Pistachio. I felt like the Pistachio flavor was very subtle and underwhelming. But the chocolate chip was definitely better. The chocolate chips didn't make the cannoli taste too sweet, and added a nice crunch to it. The filling has just the right amount of sweetness and creaminess to it! I definitely wanted to bring some back home for my family to try, but knew they wouldn't be able to make it through the trip back lol. read more
2 years ago
I visited Boston for a weekend last month. It was a very short 36 hour trip, so I didn't get the opportunity to really visit many attractions in the Boston area. Mike's Pastry is one of the most famous spots in Boston to visit, but I was staying in Waltham so it was too difficult to head to their main North End shop. Fortunately, I noticed on Yelp that they had a Cambridge location at Harvard Square so I decided to make a trek there since I was visiting the nearby Harvard campus. The shop is on a side street just off of the center of Harvard Square. The shop is so small that the line can stretch outside the store. The specialty that Mike's is most known for are their cannolis which come in many flavors. But they also have other sweet treats to choose from like cookies (by the pound), cupcakes and pastries. I decided to get a hazelnut cannoli ($4) doused with powdered sugar on top and a couple raspberry cookies ($15/lb.). The items were put in a Mike's Pastry box and tied up tightly with string. After grabbing my box, I debated whether to eat it in-store. There is a very small eating area here and it had no seats so you basically stand by the window while you eat. So I decided to take it to go since there were customers in this spot already who filled up this area. Rather than head back home before trying out the cannoli, I opted to sit at one of the outside tables at Harvard Square. It was sunny, but it was still quite chilly so I rushed to down it. This is the first time (I can recall) that I was eating a cannoli. The cream in the cannoli is really delicious and comes nicely chilled. The pastry shell's crispiness was just right. This pastry gets a little crumbly, so use the box to catch the crumbs. I can see why the cannolis from Mike's are so well liked. As for the raspberry cookies, these were good too. Particularly the tasty jam they put in the middle of the cookie. This is a soft cookie that sort of reminded me of a macaron in that it goes down smooth, though it is not as delicate. The bakery selection at Mike's is massive. It really was difficult to choose a couple things from their large assortment. And in retrospect, I am now wishing that I ordered some more items. Mike's Pastry is the real deal. While they have a lot of treats to choose from, make sure to grab a cannoli or two here as that is what they are most known for and for good reason. read more
8 years ago
Wow. Strong pastry game!!! I head stories about lobster tails in Boston but always figured Brooklyn could compete. Dang. These lobster tails blew my mind. They are Huuuuuge and full to the brim with cannoli cream!!! I got 2 cannolis and a lobster tail, I think the box was 20lbs. The cannoli cream is super smooth and is thick like whipped cream cheese. It was great in both the cannolis and the lobster tail. The lobster tail was definitely my favorite though, the crust is flaky and super hard/crunchy, but then soft and doughy in the inside- perfection. The peanut butter cannoli was also pretty good, but too sweet for me. If you are a peanut butter fan this is definitely for you. It had a lot of powdered sugar so the cream was suuuuuppper thick. I would maybe stick with the originals- they are solid. Either way I was satisfied and thought it was pretty good! The lobster tail is where it's at. read more
Mike's Pastry opened a second location in Harvard Square a while ago - and while this one is a much smaller size than the parent store in the North End, it also has much smaller lines. I stopped by after dinner today since it is so conveniently located close to my apartment. The store has a nice selection of cupcakes, cookies, and pies. However, the real draw (and I think the reason that most people come here) are the cannolis. Each cannoli consists of a crispy fried shell packed with a creamy ricotta filling in a variety of different flavors, including chocolate mousse, lemon, pistachio, peanut butter, and yellow cream. My favorite is the Amoretto, which has a strong almond liquor taste and comes with sliced almonds and hardened chocolate scattered on the shell. Cannolis cost about $4-$5 which is on the expensive side, but they are worth it for their uniqueness. You can choose to get additional powdered sugar on top (I usually opt out since I think the cannoli is sweet enough as it is), and it comes wrapped up in an eye-catching Mike's Pastry box to take home. The place is cash only, so be sure you have some cash with you. read more
No wonder they call it as the house of cannoli. It taste heavenly cant even describe it. I had the oreo cannoli and it was sooooo good! The cream cheese is sweet but not overpowering and make you feel kinda sick and heavy. The fried pastry dough is salted right and very crispy. The best combination of salty and sweet. Damn im in love. A MUST HAVE. Anyway i also had the boston cream pie but the taste was just okay. Idk i have nothing to compare it with so no comment. read more
Cookies are not cheap. My 4 macaroons were $4. The almond macaroons were more like amaretti - very good. The bright green pistachio macaroons were not quite as good, as the whole pistachios inside were weirdly soggy. Plus, I had asked for 1, but received (and paid for!) 2. Next time I'll try the cannolis! read more
5 years ago
They're known for the cannolis for a reason. It keeps people coming back, I've been to all the locations in Boston. They're consistent and delicious! read more
Mike's pastry was on my bucket list and didn't disappoint. I ordered the chocolate chip cannoli and thought it was pretty solid. The pastry was decent and the filling was nicely flavored. At $5 per cannoli, I thought it was a pretty high value dessert. The line moved pretty quickly on the Saturday night that I visited. I would come back to try some of their other flavors if I were in the area. read more
I just had to update my review here! Mike's Pastry is definitely a five star spot! They have an amazing assortment of treats and I am rarely disappointed by my selections, even when I go out on a limb to try something new. Also, for the portions, quality and location you really can't beat the price! Their peanut butter dipped cookie and the black and white cookie are my go tos! Definitely stop by here as often as my waistline allows. read more
3 years ago
3 years ago
While in town, I saw so many people with the signature box. So had to go and find this place and see what's in store for me. Come to find out it's known for their cannolis and a great selection of it to choose from. They also have other sweet treats if your not into cannolis. It was about 7pm on a Saturday night and had to wait in line for 10 minutes. With so many different flavors to choose from I stick with my usual: Pistachio, Key Lime and Original. Oh I forgot to mention the price and size of the cannolis, at $4 a piece and size that can feed two it was well worth the money. Not overly sweet and the shell was crunchy even the day after. Thank god I gave this place a try because I really love Cannolis. read more
My first time at Mikes Pastry and I really wanted to go the original location in Little Italy but saw this one while we were visiting Harvard Square so decided to check it out. Actual Cannoli was good. I had the hazelnut, lots of flavour nice the crunchy shell and sweet cream filling. The two girls that was working, wow talk about needed to learn how to smile or just have better costumer service, talk about attitude. Ive never been to this bakery and really wanted to see what my options were. The one girl just looked at me like you still don't know what you're having!?? And no one else was behind me or waiting to order. Mikes have about 20 cannoli flavours and also other pastries. I knew I wanted to try their cannoli just didn't know which one. Maybe these girls had such attitude because they alway have to serve Harvard students all time who most likely will have a better future than them. read more
5 years ago
5 years ago
We were the only ones in here on a weekday. It was SO exciting when we realized there were so many cannoli flavors offered! We ordered a handful and the little box was surprisingly heavy. Little did I know, these were GIANT cannolis stuffed full of cream. They weren't overly sweet or rich, which was just what we liked. It was nice to see they had other varieties of pastries and sweets available as well. Can't wait to try more flavors next time! read more
12 years ago
I've never had a cannoli before, but my cousin said that Mike's pastry is a must try here near Harvard! We ordered: -1 mint chocolate chip cannoli Pros: -good selection of cannoli flavors! There is a flavor for everyone! -good portion size! For $4, it should be this big! Had to share with one other because it was so rich. Cons: -the crust of the cannoli tasted like dry nacho chips (minus the salty). Maybe it should taste better earlier? -the cream was a little flavorless and it just felt like I was eating heavy cream. Tips/observations: -they close at 9 pm on Sunday's! -they stop making new cannolis' about an hour or two before they close! A lot of flavors were missing but that's what happens when you go later than earlier! read more
Nothing like the original location is craziness and people. We were the only one in the store for a while but same awesome pastries as the other locations. The canoli s and lobster roll are huge and tasty and fresh. This is definitely a untold secret so you don't have to fight for position like the original but get the same quality of food at a peaceful pace. Don't tell anyone about this find and enjoy the goodies read more
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