Old school bakery where everything is still made slowly with care. The passion really shows. This would be a great place to get a tray of cookies, a birthday cake, cupcakes, etc without needing to order ahead. I got a few baked goods and a latte from the "special menu" and everything was very good. The customer service was excellent! I also thought the value for the price was very good. I will definitely be back! read more

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Such a good job! Ordering without being able to see my options in advance was stressful but the cake was amazing! Family Reunion Birthday for my hubby was a success and everyone loved the decos and the cake was delicious. Thank you! read more

Pastries A-La-Carte is one of my favorite bakeries in the Pittsburgh region! Although it's not on my side of town, I'll make it a point to stop here when I'm in the Jefferson area. I love the petit fours the most, but you can't go wrong with anything else on the menu. Last time, I got a big box full of assorted baked goods. I got a few oatmeal raisin cookies, apricot cookies, lady locks, and they were all great as usual. I'd definitely recommended this place, but not on an empty stomach! read more

Pastries A-La-Carte - Petit fours - Bakeries Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

I'm a frequent customer here, for family occasions, if I need a special cake or some cupcakes for a holiday, if I need a cookie tray for a party, and pretty much anything in between. Their cakes are really special and creative. I recently bought a hamburger cake for a summer holiday, and a watermelon cake was available as another option. The cake is really moist and delicious, and the high-quality icing should be refrigerated, then brought out a little before youre ready to serve to bring it to room temperature. It is just dreamy in taste and texture, not overly sugary, just right. I really like the cookies here (Alfie French buttercreams are the standout), and often buy an assortment of these to take to get togethers. They have fancy frosted shortbread in different flavors that make for nice picnic desserts, or get a couple of their small bar tortes in different flavors to take to a dinner party. So many good options. I only recently discovered their breakfast pastries, and the cheese danish is so decadent, creamy and filled to the brim. The other day they had a special burnt almond torte donut that was so fresh, overstuffed and absolutely divine. I'm going to think of them for donuts more often. They've been here for over 20 years, near the Pleasant Hills Cloverleaf, in a little strip mall that includes Greek spot Gali's and a jewelry store. That success doesn't happen by accident. The staff is super helpful and anxious to make sure you get something you will be happy with; they also get through some pretty long weekend lines as efficiently as possible. The bakery is perhaps just a little more expensive than some other local bakeries, but I think the high quality of their ingredients shines through in the taste and makes them very worth a little splurge. read more

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They are the best. The sheet cake we got for the holidays was probably the best cake I have ever had. Everyone at work keeps talking about the cake so of course I had to order it again. Quality and service is top notch! 100% recommend. read more

4.5 stars. Pastries A-La-Carte is a local, family-owned bakery that opened in 2004. It makes a wide variety of cakes, cupcakes, cheesecakes, nut rolls, tortes, pies, cookies, pastries, and more. Some baked goods are gluten-free. The bakery even offers a few CBD pastries. Many baked goods are available off-the-shelf, and customers may also special-order custom baked goods. Both pickup and delivery are available. So far, I have been a customer of Pastries A-La-Carte one time. During my visit, I saw a large assortment of pretty and tasty-looking baked goods. I bought two boxes that contained a chocolate-filled paczki, Georgia-peach cookie, lady lock, icing cookie, cherry-cheese pocket, pineapple upside-down cake, baklava, and strawberry cupcake. My family and I enjoyed all of them. Note: Pastries A-La-Carte plans to soon add coffee and gelato. read more

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Absolutely amazing spot and staff. We went to try their new coffee options and got our own sets of pastries. Love this place!! read more

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Pastries A La Cart is an adorable bakery in the South Hills. Serving delicious home made pastries, cakes, pies and more! They have items available to you when if you just walk in but also allow ordering! The staff is so friendly and patient- it is very overwhelming- in the best way- with all of the delicious sweet treats! They just opened an Espresso Bar!!! Delicious gourmet coffees available to order! They have a list of options plus a super fun seasonal menu! Can't wait to go back and get more coffee and treats! read more

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So many different pastry options it will make your head spin! Every time I go I try something new and everything is always delicious. The staff is so sweet and very helpful with giving their recommendations read more

The cookie trays are to die for! Soft, buttery and sweet. You can't just eat one! Highly recommend the grab and go trays to make someone's day! read more

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The smells alone are worth a quick pop in. I went on St Patrick's day for a few office treats and I was not disappointed. Cute shamrock cut outs. Cupcakes (a huge hit with my coworkers) and they even sell cBD cookies. The service was great and the Irish music got everyone excited and not worried about the line. Not cheap but you get what u pay for. read more

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As a cookie fiend this is always my go to place. I've been going here since i was a kid, it's about 2 min from my house and they never disappoint. The brown butter blondie was the best thing ive ever eaten i still think about it. The staff is also always sweet! read more

Pastries A-La-Carte - chocolate chip cookies, brownie, brown butter blondie. - Bakeries Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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First, let me just start off by saying i am from New York City so my taste buds are top-tier. The decor of the store is beautiful and the people are so kind. I mean highly attentive and nice. But I spent $20 trying out different pastries and EVERY single one of them was absolutely disgusting. It just taste like sugar, literally just sugar. I tried four different cookies,.. all FAILED . How do you fail a chocolate chip cookie at a bakery, beats me. Then I tried some other cake I'm gonna include a picture and it was by far the most disgusting pastry- it pretty much tasted like sugar and nuts. Worst pastries I have probably tried in my life. I mean disgusting I would never go back. I'm just wondering what's up with the taste buds from people of Pittsburgh? I went online to see the reviews on Google and it just makes me concerned for the people of Pittsburgh. What kind of taste buds do you guys have? If this is considered anything greater than one star I'm lost. Good thing, I found someone on the streets to give all the pastries to, hopefully it didnt go to waste? read more

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I ordered a cake for my daughter's bday. Asked for a fourth wing dragons on it. The mess I got was ridiculous. I paid 75 dollars for this. I was upset and asked if they could scrape it and put balloons. When I got the cake home it was not centered on the bottom as you can see and the one side of the cake was smashed against the side. NOT a chance they didn't know what they did. What a disappointment. They did offer to send a 25 gift card for the dragon mess drawing. But what about the smashed ruined cake that I ended up with? read more

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We had a banana cream pie for Easter. It was amazing! I still think of it every time we pass the bakery!

My favorite bakery I've ever been to in the US. Unfortunately, I live out of state but always try to pop in when I'm in town. The signature cookies are to die for. Shop is clean and workers are pleasant and helpful. Service is fast. read more

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Yummmoooo. Any place that said that they are the pastries of the penguins made me want to stop there. I had an appointment at a UPMC center that was down the street and so I saw this bakery on my way to the appointment. And I knew that I was going to stop there on the way back. It is a little bit further out of my way, I only know about it because I passed it, and I knew that if I didn't stop there I probably wouldn't ever be back that way. And I am happy that I did. Everything was beautiful inside. It took me a while to pick some stuff because they had so many things in their cases. But I got an array of cookies and pastries and different things to bring home. They had some frosted bear cookies that I knew that my daughter would love. It was bright pink icing and they looked super cute. And she ate it up so if you have kids those iced cookies are a hit. I will say that I ate a lot more of them in the car then I care to admit. But I did make sure that I did have some left over whenever I got home for my partner. I'm just thoughtful like that. If I'm ever out in the area again I will stop by. The treats were worth it read more

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UPDATE! they called me today and offered me a voucher for the entire cost of the cake! I thought that was above and beyond and very nice! read more

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it is so hard to find good gluten-free food and their cupcakes were so good, probably one of the best gluten-free cupcakes that I ever had. The only negative is that they only had chocolate and vanilla cupcakes and I wish they had more flavors. but I did get the assorted gluten-free cookies and those are good as well. read more

My mother has to eat gluten free and loves sweets, so we stopped here. They had a nice supply of gluten free cookies, a brownie and a cake, but the prices are crazy. I forced her to buy something since we made the trip, but won't be coming back They do have amazing looking pastries other than gluten free and everything looks great. read more

I stopped in on a Saturday afternoon, and this place was packed! Everyone kept their distance from the glass, and all employees properly had gloves and masks on. I was shopping for my grandmas birthday, and couldn't grab anything that needed refrigerated - I went with the cookies! They were approx $1 each. I can not wait to come back. This day was busy, and I was a little rushed to get in and out. When I walked in; I couldn't believe the selection! Cheesecakes, birthday cakes, pastries, doughnuts, cookies, oh MY!!!! read more

Avoid if you have nut allergies. But everything we've had here right down to the gluten free cookie tray and sugar free cherry pie was amazing. read more

Some of the best pastries I've had in years. So many different pastries and the ones I got were gone fast after I got them to the party.

Always my go to when needing special occasion baked goods. Their pastries,cakes are a work of art and high quality. Rated a 3 today based on my past 2 purchases, a torte and most recently a brownie cake . Neither were as good as I remember, the brownie cake was dry and not flavorful. Maybe it was an off day for the baker? read more

I've stopped off here over the years to buy donuts and pastries. This was my first time buying a cake. I wanted a cake for a special occasion (anniversary) that was not off-the-shelf. They helped me come up with a design by asking me questions and showing me pictures for inspiration. The result completely met my expectations and everyone at the celebration gave wonderful compliments. Their website asked for minimal 2 weeks notice so I was sure to order well in advance. It was ready as promised. I will order here again! read more

Pastries A-La-Carte - Anniversary cake. - Bakeries Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

I love love love this little bakery and was so glad to see they are expanding! The bakery is a little small and when it's crowded there is little room to move. Nestled in Pleasant Hills in Rt 51 is this wonderful little bakery where as soon as you walk in- you are greeting with all sorts of yummies! I dare you to walk in here blindly and not leave with a bag of sweets! We got a cake out of the display case... raspberry almond torte cake --- TO DIE FOR (ohh they sell smaller version of this little guy if you don't need a full cake). All the falls cakes are so pretty and I love some of the Halloween ones as well. I have gotten zucchini bread ... cookies and donuts here as well (make sure to check out the day old rack when you go in). If you get the Enjoy book there is a $5 off coupon in there as well you can use. Treat for purchasing your t Recent cake purchase pic attached ;) read more

Pastries A-La-Carte - Halloween bday cake! - Bakeries Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

While visiting the area, we came across this Gem! Omg, you have to go! This bakery is amazing! I have never ever seen so much variety at a bakery! Cookies, cakes, breads, cheesecakes, pies, etc. etc. There is something for everybody! Quality, yummy, delicious baked goods. They not only look great, they taste great! We took home a platter of cookies (they have them made up- very convenient! We also picked a few individual options as well. Prices are not cheap, you are paying for quality here. :) Would definitely recommend you coming here! I want to go back the next time we are in this area! read more

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Anytime there's a special event or any occasion, my sister-in-law orders at least one cake from Pastries a-la-Carte. Wow are these cakes visually stunning!! I cannot believe how beautifully decorated these special order confectionary creations are each time she picks one up. Today she had three individual birthday cakes covered in rainbow sprinkles. They were so fun!!! Each one had chocolate and vanilla cake. We also celebrated Mother's Day early with a gorgeous floral cake. The vanilla cake also had a lemon ganache. So moist and flavorful! read more

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Pastries A-La-Carte is the BEST. I had to order a photo cake from out of town, and they were super responsive and super friendly, and wonderful to work with. The cake looked AMAZING, and it tasted even better - it was incredibly moist and not too sweet, the frosting and fillings and everything were perfect! It was a total hit and made my dad and uncle's 80th really special. Thank you soo much! read more

Pastries A-La-Carte - The cake looked AMAZING and tasted even better! - Bakeries Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

I ordered from here for my friends birthday. It came with 3 mini cakes which were way better than expected. There was only three of us hanging out so it was perfect for us. The prices were extremely reasonable as well. The cake it's self was good. I'd like to try more of the pasties and baked goods they offer here. read more

Pastries A-La-Carte - Valentine's Day special mini cakes - Bakeries Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

My mother recently transitioned to long-term care and I came to Pittsburgh to visit her. In light of the upcoming holidays, I ordered an assorted breakfast tray for the nursing staff. The pastries looked wonderful and the staff ate them all. I decided to return to Pastries à la Carte to try their beautifully-decorated sugar cookies. They were perfect! All in all, I visited Pastries à la Carte four times during my five-day visit. I bought the breakfast tray, sugar cookies, and a cookie tray. I was helped a few times by Tessa and she was wonderful. I'll be back in January! read more

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Great shop with a variety of offerings. They have many cakes readily available as well - in case you forgot to order in advance.

Pastries A-La-Carte did a beautiful job on our wedding cake for our LeMont reception! The decoration was exactly what I asked for, and better yet, the cake was absolutely delicious! We chose the crème burnt almond torte, and our guests enjoyed it so much they were looking for seconds. Can't wait to continue to support this business, and do not pass them up for your upcoming events! read more

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Everything was absolutely perfect for my daughter's first birthday party. The cake was adorable and delicious. Multiple guests said it was the best carrot cake they had ever had and it was a crew of foodies. The cupcakes were beautiful and the Georgia Peaches were (Predictably! They're my favorite!) out of this world. The birthday girl was excited to crush her cute smash cake. I'm so impressed and grateful for everything the Pastries-A-La-Carte team did to make this order special. read more

Pastries A-La-Carte - Beautiful Peter Rabbit themed carrot cake. - Bakeries Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Quality baked goods, friendly staff, and reasonable pricing. Do not pass up this place thinking they carry the same standard products you find at other bakeries. Cakes are beautifully decorated and meet my standards when it comes to the icing. Not too sweet, or tainted with artificial flavors. Don't expect to be in a hurry. The shop is very small, but the cases are packed with lots of good choices to mull over. Breads, pies, donuts, cookies, candy, and cakes galore. read more

Pastries A-La-Carte - Official pastry shop of the Pittsburgh Penguins. - Bakeries Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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When it comes to cake, few things are as classic and delicious as a cake with buttercream icing from Pastries A-la-Carte. This tried and true recipe never fails to please, with its fluffy cake and rich, creamy icing. The cake itself is always moist and flavorful, and the buttercream icing is the perfect finishing touch. The icing is not too sweet, and it has just the right amount of body and thickness. It's the perfect combination of flavors and textures, and it's sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. If you're looking for a delicious and classic cake, look no further than Pastries A-la-Carte. You won't be disappointed. read more

Thank you thank you for making this special cake and cookies for my daughter's 21st birthday!! It was perfect and tasted delicious!! Kuddos to the baker that did an amazing job on the cake decorating!! The almond cake , raspberry filling was perfection!!!! read more

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While on a Saturday drive exploring somewhere new, we were lucky enough to happen upon this cute little bakery. Everyone was so friendly and everything looked delicious. Waiting for my number wasn't long enough to look at everything and decide what we want. Everything looked so good. I wanted more but I also want to be able to fit through my office door when i go back to work in the fall. We ended up getting my mom some cinnamon swirl bread that she toasted and had for breakfast. She loved it. We also got her a snowball that she enjoyed it and she's quite the connoisseur. I got a mini hoho cake which was just ok. However, the frosting inside was good. My husband enjoyed his cannoli. The large buckeye was my dream come true. I'm obsessed with peanut butter and it basically was a large peanut butter ball with a little bit of chocolate. I'll definitely be dreaming about that buckeye for a long time. Wish I had gotten about 100. Mmmm read more

We recently had Pastries Ala Carte do a gluten free birthday cake for my niece who was turning 50. I didn't really know what to do as far as decorating the cake, so when talking to PALA Carte, the salesperson suggested gold and white flowers for the cake. It sounded pretty to me, so I said that woud be fine. The cake was absolutely beautiful, everyone raved over it and said it was the best cake they had ever eaten and it was gluten free!!! Several people asked me where I got the cake!!! Great Job and thank you Pastries A La Carte!!! read more

Pastries A-La-Carte - Bakeries Near Me - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Their cakes are definitely to die for-delicious. Especially the almond torte with raspberry filling. Lots of other pastries to choose from. Would not recommend the biscotti. Expect to pay. read more