More than ten years ago I said:…read more Hopefully, I'll get another chance to come here and try more of their offerings. I can see a fifth star in their future. Well, I returned to Utica and came back to Florentine Pastry Shop as promised. But you know what? All I had eyes for were their Pasticciotti. So I ordered two "pusties". One vanilla and one chocolate. They are magnificent. Simple and humble to be sure. But crisp and tender pastry stuffed with plenty of creamy, custardy, true-to-flavor filling. I can't stop thinking about them. And there is absolutely no reason to deprive a bakery of a full five stars based solely on their specialty item and noting else. The pusties are so good, I'm going to ignore the fact that I saw a full sheet of pre-filled cannoli in the case. Florentine Pastry Shop is a regional gem and a historical treasure. It's well worth the detour from the highway should you find yourself driving past Utica.

Awesome traditional Italian baked goods. Love everything they make. A great and trusted part of…read morethis area for many years.

Caruso's is the place to go for authentic Italian pastries. Their selection is huge. Picked up…read moresome cucidati - a fig filled Italian pastry and some almond paste cookies. Service is super nice and very helpful - even when you can't pronounce what you're looking for! Good prices, great selection and helpful friendly service. What's not to like!

Very good Neapolitans. They said they do different cookies each day, so the variety of Italian…read morecookies may change day to day. If you order ahead, they will make a specific type you'd like to get.

Excellent desserts and very friendly staff. There's so many tasty treats I have yet to try but for…read morethe moment, my favorite is the raspberry lobster tail.

It's so hard to write this review because Deserts Beyond The Ordinary is so good that it's…read morechallenging to find the right words to express how much I love this place. . I've lived in a number of cities around the country and can confidently say that this isn't just the best pastry shop I've tried in Upstate NY, but it's the best I've ever tried. The staff is extremely welcoming, kind, helpful, and patient through the ordering process and I love that it's run and owned by a local family. Although I don't live in the area, I order them frequently to send to friends and family and always visit when I'm in town. I consistently get excellent feedback on how much everyone LOVES their pastries which always look as good as they taste. I also appreciate that you can order a variety of mini pastries in advance. Their new location is beautiful, very clean, and a great place to meet for coffee or get some work done. They have an expansive menu with a number of unique flavor options. They're also very innovative because in addition to all of the usual staples, they also offer new, creative takes classic pastries like their flavored cannoli fillings. Highly recommend.

Had to stop for the famous half moon cookies and they were yummy and fresh great prices too! Staff…read morewere friendly and loads of parking available. They also have a ton of other products including sandwiches, delicious cheese, lots of baked goods and drinks too! We really enjoyed the visit and our little time in Utica.

Utica Bread purchased Hemstrought's Bakeries. This location sells items from a cheese company…read morealong with Hemstrought cookies and half moons along with Utica Bread and Pastries. Love this location as it is larger and is the main bakery and they tend to have more of a selection. However, I got there early this morning and was shocked to see lot crowded with lots of out of state cars. Realized it was the Boilermaker weekend which brings in a large number of people. Can't complain as I got the loaf of bread I came in for. Love their italian bread.

On 8/17/26 visited bakery in Yorkville and bought two coffee rolls and they Forgot the cinnamon it…read morewas just a big glazed donut with out the hole hope they are doing better in Syracuse because Yorkville is going down hill. Al Cowan

We lived in this area and visited Holland Farms frequently. We moved downstate five years ago and…read moreit wasn't until we visited again yesterday that I truly appreciated what an absolute gem Holland Farms is. There's absolutely no place like it. Everything is so fresh and beautifully displayed. The employees are beyond friendly. The halfmoons are the epitome of deliciousness. Amazing tomato pie! The list goes on and on. Do yourself a favor and try a jelly bun! I promise you won't be disappointed. I may only get here once a year now, but it's definitely worth the 3.5 hour drive!

Very good prices here and excellent customer service. Tomato pie is great. There are 2 locations.read more

I went in to get my 91 year-old grandmother a doughnut and I love their donuts so I decided to grab…read moresix. The lady decided to put them in bags. I asked her can you please put them in a box she had such an attitude over a single box I told her to cancel my order very very rude so so rude in front of many customers, I will not be returning and a lot of my family won't either I've never been treated so rude in my life horrible customer service.

I've been going to get tomato pie since I was a child with my Mom. For their own good their famous…read moretomato pie has been going downhill. I expressed it to the manager and he says it's that time of the year that the tomato pie rises too fast and that's why he takes this time for vacation. However his family before him ran the place and it never rose like that and they ran it that time of the year for many more days. I explained that the crust was way too thick and was dried up. With his excuse of it being too humid is just that an excuse. My third time in three weeks now has been this way . No I'm sorry or please try us again . Zero people skills. Looks like Napoli will be losing business and he could care less . Better be careful or your three day work week it will be no more....

Awsome Deli! Friendly service, and great food! Love the Sausage bread!! Great selection of Italian…read morefood, pasta, and everything else you would want! Love the chicken Riggies to go!!

WOW! We had a birthday party for my son and I got an orange cake with the less sweet frosting and…read moreit was good to the point where people were asking to take a piece home with them. There was orange zest in the cake and it was absolutely perfect. They did a beautiful design and I was super happy. The pricing was good and I cannot recommend enough. Give them notice for a custom cake. Awesome service, good price, and incredible cake!!!

Under the radar local cash only bakery that makes the freshest pastries you can imagine…read more Hypes : - cakes and cupcakes - soft , solid flavor, soft , and a great buttercream - danishes - the raspberry and cherry and popular and sell out by 10am, the nut ones are also delicious - almond or walnut - Their black and white cookie is probably the best in the area -soft with a delicious frosting on top - They're glazed donut is also one of my favorites in the area - Their snowflake rolls are extremely popular for dinners and Thanksgiving - they have great seasonal pies and goodies! Gripes: - i wish the interior was a little nicer so you can sit nicely and enjoy your coffee and pastry there - if they accepted cards it would save me a lot of trips to the atm!

So happy they expanded their days open. It was hard getting there and with limited hours I would…read morealways seem to miss them. Wish they would stay open past 2pm one a week but am happy they have moved from a five day week. Shop is so cute and like some of their others stores had a number of artisanal items. Left with a loaf of italian bread and a bagel. The bagel was awesome complete with french butter I had at home. I was so happy I final got the chance to try a bagel. Usually just leave with a loaf of bread. Highly recommend. Great place to buy items for a gourmet food basket

Shop was empty of customers and the young employee did not want to make sandwiches saying she was…read moretoo busy and would be leaving at 1...we were there at noon. Disappointed for sure.

Went here to meet the college bros for breakfast and it did not disappoint. We got the pancake…read moreboard with a side of bacon and it was chefs kiss. Perfectly made, super fresh fruit, the perfect amount. The restaurant was busy, but we did not wait too long. Vibes were there.

Initially discovered Knead to Eat Bakery & Cafe, located at 53 Franklin St in Utica, while ordering…read moreon DoorDash, and later visited in person because of the great food. The café is located right next to Nancy Ford Photography. It can be a bit difficult to spot due to limited visibility, but parking itself is not an issue. There are shared slanted parking spots in front with neighboring businesses, as well as additional parking available behind the restaurant, which is convenient once you know it is there. The interior is hip, bright, and welcoming. Seating is somewhat limited, but despite that, we were always able to find a place to sit without having to wait. The space feels modern and casual, suitable for a relaxed breakfast or brunch. The food was good overall and service was fast. We ordered the Pancake Board, Spin Art, and a veggie omelette. The Spin Art was my favorite. It was soft, flavorful, and melted in the mouth. The Pancake Board was extremely well executed and fun to share, and the veggie omelette was solid. Coffee, however, was not their strongest item. One nice touch is that water is free and self-serve, which is always appreciated. It can get crowded inside on Saturdays, and since there is no outdoor seating, the moderate ambient noise from other customers makes it less ideal for long conversations or quiet chats. Doug, the owner, was friendly and genuinely eager to help when I had an issue using my $5 off "cupcake points." Although he was not able to resolve it immediately, he did eventually figure it out, so I will be using the coupon on my next visit. Overall, this is a solid local spot with good food, efficient service, and a welcoming vibe. Recommended, especially if you plan ahead for peak weekend hours. Keep up the good work, Knead to Eat Bakery & Cafe.